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"Blumhardt's conviction that God is present and powerful and able
to still work his will in the world today breathes through every
prayer. These are as striking, moving, and provocative now as they
surely were when Blumhardt prayed them." John E. Phelan, Jr., The
Covenant Companion End each day of the year peacefully by turning
to God with a prayer and a Bible passage. We want to turn to God at
the end of each day, but often don't find the words to express our
deepest feelings and longing. This collection of prayers is one of
the few daily devotionals especially intended for use in the
evening. Blumhardt's words bespeak a certainty in God's nearness.
The peace that flows from them comes from an unshakeable conviction
that God's kingdom is indeed on the way. In stormy and challenging
times like our own, most of us need this reassurance frequently, if
not daily.
Experience the ancient, beautiful, and life-transforming practice
of lectio divina--the prayerful reading of Scripture. Give the gift
of prayer to yourself and to those you love. Gilded page edges;
bonded leather cover--navy. +
New book of prayers taken from the classic work of Thomas a Kempis.
All the prayers are given in large type and sense lines for easier
reading and understanding. They are permeated by the inspiration
and devotion of their author and inculcate the following of Christ.
Christianity Today 2023 Book Award Finalist (Bible &
Devotional) Sheltering Mercy helps us rediscover the rich treasures
of the Psalms--through free-verse prayer renderings of their poems
and hymns--as a guide to personal devotion and meditation. The
church has always used the Psalms as part of its prayer life, and
they have inspired countless other prayers. This book contains 75
prayers drawn from Psalms 1-75, providing lyrical sketches of what
authors Ryan Whitaker Smith and Dan Wilt have seen, heard, and felt
while sojourning in the Psalms. While each prayer corresponds to a
particular psalm and touches on its themes and ideas, it is not a
new translation of the Psalms or an attempt to modernize or
contextualize their content or language. Rather, the prayers are
responses to the Psalms written in harmony with Scripture. These
prayers help us quiet our hearts before God and welcome us into a
safe place amid the storms of life. This artful, poetic, and
classic devotional book features compelling custom illustrations
and beautiful hardcover binding, offering a fresh way to reflect on
and pray the Psalms.
Are you ever at a loss for words during prayer? God encourages us
to approach Him with confidence, yet often we don't know what to
say. We wonder if we'll pray the "wrong" way-or we simply have no
words at all. A Prayer for Every Occasion inspires readers with
prayer prompts, tips on how to pray, and ways to grow a habit of
prayer. Organized by occasion and need, this prayer book offers
abundant prayer examples to share with others or pray privately,
and includes: Prayers for when you're suffering Prayers during a
waiting season Prayers for when you seek growth and transformation
Prayers for weddings, funerals, births, and loss Prayers for
graduations, praise, celebrations, and more Including beloved
prayers from Scripture as well as historical prayers, this lovely
gift book teaches us how to pray with passion and joy. With
four-color and high-designed interiors, this book is a great gift
for just about every occasion--birthdays, Easter, Mother's Day,
Christmas, a loved one grieving, a friend needing encouragement, or
someone achieving a milestone. Written for veteran pray-ers as well
as for those of us who find prayer intimidating, A Prayer for Every
Occasion provides an overview of the most common elements found in
well-known prayers-including the words of Jesus-to help us find new
confidence in our prayer lives.
David Adam believes that praying regularly transforms our worship
at home and in church - and transforms us too. Here, to help in our
preparation for worship, he offers intercessions, forms for the
peace and blessings in the Celtic tradition that link with the
readings for each Sunday and great festival of the Christian year.
Glimpses of Glory follows Year C of the Revised Common Lectionary,
and like its companion volumes, Clouds and Glory and Traces of
Glory, will benefit those who do not use a weekly lectionary and
those who do. 'It is amazing how many situations are suddenly
washed with a new brightness when we know that God is there and
that God cares' writes David Adam. 'Intercession is a method of
stopping and getting glimpses of the hidden glory of God'.
A timeless collection of prayers, quotes, poems and speeches for
every occasion. Complete with a brief introduction to each piece
and its author, this book features words and prayers from 300BC to
the present day. It provides a great source of inspiration when
planning a speech or ceremonial occasion or can be used for
personal devotions. This carefully chosen selection of the best
loved prayers and words of wisdom is a staple for any bookshelf.
The many contributors include C. S. Lewis, Florence Nightingale, St
Francis of Assisi, John & Charles Wesley, Mother Teresa, John
Stott, Oswald Chambers, G. K. Chesterton and Julian of Norwich.
From The Lord's Prayer and Footprints, to excerpts from A Pilgrims
Progress and A Christmas Carol, this compilation is a useful for
individuals to read and reference, and a great source of
inspiration when planning for a ceremonial occasion, speech,
wedding or funeral. Each reading is introduced with a brief history
to the piece and its author, providing new levels of interest and a
sense of context. The 300 hand-picked pieces have been arranged
alphabetically, so that selecting a favourite work is easy. This
guide is also accompanied by a set of indexes which detail first
lines, themes, Bible references, and authors, so that each entry is
thoroughly cross-referenced, enabling you to make the most of this
fabulous selection.
Based on her #1 New York Times bestseller, THE CONFIDENT WOMAN,
Joyce Meyer taps into the concerns and issues that trouble women
most. She provides encouragement and tools to help resolve problems
in the areas of life women struggle with most-including confidence,
self image, and relationships. It is easy to get caught up in what
the coming weeks, months, or years might hold and forget to slow
down and live in the present. This powerful daily devotional will
help women on their journey towards a confident life filled with
love, laughter, and God's acceptance, one day at time.
David Adam believes that the way to get the most out of worship on
Sundays is to pray regularly on weekdays. Here, to help us in this
duty and joy of preparation, he offers prayers that link with the
readings for each Sunday and great festival of the Christian Year.
The prayers employ the Celtic emphasis and style that many people
have found helpful in David's earlier books. They will be equally
as helpful for those who do not use a weekly lectionary as for
those who do. The author sees clearly the reality in our lives both
of the clouds - of sadness, misfortune, pain - and the glory to be
found in God. He invites us to 'use these prayers as a vehicle to
get out of the clouds and greyness to where you get a glimpse of
glory'.
Discover the rich tradition of Ignatian prayer in Hearts on Fire,
compiled by Michael Harter, SJ. Hundreds of Ignatian prayers are
included here, many written by the most illustrious
Jesuits--Ignatius Loyola, Francis Xavier, Gerard Manley Hopkins,
Anthony de Mello, Karl Rahner, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, and
others. Each gives eloquent voice to Ignatian spirituality, which
affirms that God is present in all things and at all times. Thus,
this collection includes Ignatian prayers for all occasions,
including the most familiar and seemingly mundane.
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For the prayers of the church to be enriched, it demands a praying
people, writes David Adam. And in this book he offers
intercessions, blessings and forms for the peace covering each
Sunday and major festival of the Churchs year, so that worshippers
can prepare for each service. The prayers employ the Celtic style
found in David Adams many previous books, and can be used as a
complement to the readings and collects for Year B of the Revised
Common Lectionary. This book accompanies Clouds and Glory (Year A)
and Glimpses of Glory (Year C). Such is the quality of these
prayers that they will be as helpful for those who do not use a
regular lectionary as for those who do. We need to see traces of
glory in our everyday lives, writes the author, and this is very
possible if we are willing to spend time with God.
Experience the ancient, beautiful, and life-transforming practice
of lectio divina--the prayerful reading of Scripture. Give the gift
of prayer to yourself and to those you love. Gilded page edges;
bonded leather cover--navy.
Streams in the Desert is one of the most popular daily devotionals
of all time. Now combined with Cowman's follow-up Springs in the
Valley is an everyday morning and evening devotional. Readers will
be encouraged by these short devotions that speak to the soul with
the ageless truth of the Word of God. Streams in the Desert Morning
and Evening includes: More than 900 pages of short, daily devotions
Guidance and hope that encourage a deeper faith walk Wisdom and
insight into God's character Scripture verses to strengthen the
daily messages Beautiful cover with foil and a ribbon marker
Streams in the Desert Morning and Evening is a beautiful gift for
readers who want to start their mornings and wind down during their
evenings by connecting their hearts to the One who knows it best.
Contains more than thirty of the most popular novenas carefully
arranged for private prayer in accord with the Liturgical year on
feasts of Jesus, Mary, and the Saints. Illustrated.
This prayer-focused journal includes Scripture, a daily Bible
reading plan, space to record the names of those you want to pray
for, and monthly sections to record insights.With 12
Scripture-based prayer guides, 48 devotional readings, and 12
prayers for your spiritual growth, The Pray Prayer Journal is a
unique way to grow your communication with God.
John Henry Newman is recognized as one of the greatest Christian
thinkers of the modern age. He was also a man of prayer and deep
spirituality. A. N. Wilson's wide-ranging anthology of Newman's
prayers, poems and meditations will appeal to all those who are
fascinated by this inspirational man. The readings cover the
general themes of faith, prayer, the contemplation of Christ,
discipleship, the meaning of holiness, and the hope of heaven. In
an engaging Introduction, Wilson brings fresh insight to Newman's
life and thought. This carefully arranged anthology will provide
comfort and sustenance to all those who cherish Newman's writings
and to those who are keen to discover one of our best loved
spiritual writers for the first time.
Large, bold print makes it easy to read these beloved, traditional
Catholic prayers that have offered consolation, comfort, and
encouragement for generations. This is a thoughtful gift for a
family member, friend, or fellow parishioner who has difficulty
seeing. It's the perfect choice for Eucharistic adoration chapels
(which can have low lighting) as well as nursing homes and
hospitals. In addition to Catholicism's most familiar prayers,
there are dozens of others you may have learned at a parent's knee
or in a classroom under Sister's tutoring. Here are prayers that,
at one time, you may have known by heart. Prayers that still can
stir your heart.
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