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Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Christianity > Christian religious experience
A blessing is a favor or thing that is conducive to happiness or
welfare. Everybody at one point or another needs a blessing be it
happiness, provision, a sense of purpose, peace, joy,
self-fulfillment, a sense of security, health, good relationships,
favor, self-esteem, assurance in times of uncertainty, spiritual
growth, anointing, sweet fellowship with God; the list is unending.
There are blessings and there are greater blessings. It is God's
will and good pleasure to give you His greater blessings however,
many Christians haven't been able to experience God at this level.
The author through this book gives an in-depth yet easy to read
teaching on how to receive and maintain the greater blessings of
God. Don't dwell at the level of the blessing, go higher to the
realm of the greater blessings. With every chapter packed with deep
truths of the word of God and more than 200 scriptural references,
you will be edified whether you are a novice or experienced with
scriptures.
Longing. Hope. Love. Fear. These are just some of the experiences
embodied in the infinitely rich Christian life. In Under the Wings
of God, seasoned author Cornelius Plantinga explores these facets
and more, reflecting on the joys and challenges of a life following
God. Rooted in Scripture, this book offers wisdom about topics
including the problem of suffering, the nature of Christian virtue,
love of God and our neighbor, longing for redemption and
reconciliation, humility, and hospitality. Plantinga delves into
hard questions with a calm and pastoral authority that offers the
perfect antidote for the unrest in the world and the church right
now. Each reflection is presented with a Bible text and a brief
prayer, useful for personal devotions or small group discussions.
Readers will emerge with a deeper understanding of and appreciation
for the Christian life, equipped with timeless insights into the
ups and downs of a life lived in the presence of God.
From "Why am I here?" to "What's next?" in this international
bestseller, Alpha pioneer Nicky Gumbel addresses some of the
foundational questions that challenge us all. Questions of Life is
a step-by-step guide to the basics of the Christian faith by one of
the world's most respected Christian leaders. This book contains
the talks that are given on Alpha, and in it Nicky explores key
themes, questions, and objections to faith, leading us on an
engaging, personal journey of discovery. Alpha creates an
environment of hospitality where people can bring their friends,
family, and work colleagues to explore the Christian faith, ask
questions, and share their point of view. Alpha makes it easy to
invite friends to have spiritual conversations which explore life's
biggest questions in a safe and respectful way. Alpha's approach to
hospitality, faith, and discussion is designed to welcome everyone,
especially those who might not describe themselves as Christians or
church-goers. Each session includes time for a large group meal,
short teaching, and small group discussion.
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