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Ibn 'Arabi (1165-1240) has long been known as a great spiritual
master. His many works of prose and poetry are beginning to be more
accessible in translation in Western languages. They possess the
remarkable quality of being able to speak to people of all walks of
life and belief, across the apparent barrier of many centuries and
differing cultures. Despite this growing interest, the prayers
which are attributed to him remain little-known. They provide a
most precious glimpse into the real practice of the mystical life
within the Sufi tradition. This is the first time that any of Ibn
'Arabi's prayers have been published in another language. This
particular collection is one of the most beautiful, having been
revered in the Islamic world for centuries. There are fourteen
prayers, one for each day and night of the week. They include not
only the most astounding expressions of contemplation and devotion
to God, but also an unparalleled depth of knowledge of Union
(tawhid). As the translators show in their introduction, the very
structure of the prayers is a mode of contemplation, since for Ibn
'Arabi the weekly cycle itself is sacred. These prayers are
presented with notes and appendices.
Religion and politics have often been called taboo topics for
polite dinner conversation, but in political campaigns and
religious services, the two often mix. This book looks at how
religious worship remains embedded with inherent political messages
and behaviors, showing that conflicts between church and state
exist not just in the public arena, but in each sanctuary and house
of worship. To explore this religious-political tension, the book
first examines more obvious examples of worship as political
action, such as when candidates speak during church services or
when political parties hold prayer services at party events. The
initial analysis acts as a foundation for the idea of worship
serving a political purpose, and is followed by analysis of
non-partisan and less obvious political worship services. Religious
sacraments (such as baptism, confirmation, communion/mass, and
confession) function as key moments in which religious participants
pledge allegiance to a power that resides outside Washington, D.C.
or statehouses, thus highlighting the alternative political
messages and space carved out through worship.
Take Time Out of Each Day to Relax and Grow Together In the midst
of the stress and pressure of everyday life, Moments Together for
Couples will give you and your mate a chance to pause, relax, and
draw upon the strength of the Lord. This easy-to-use devotional
helps you set aside anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes every day with
your spouse to grow closer to God and closer to each other.
The Most Popular Commentary Ever Written in a Modern, Easy-to-Read
Edition.
"First among the mighty (commentaries) for general usefulness we
are bound to mention the man whose name is a household word,
Matthew Henry. He is the most pious and pithy, sound and sensible,
suggestive and sober, terse and trustworthy . . . he is deeply
spiritual, heavenly, profitable; finding good matter in every text,
and from all deducting the most practical and judicious lessons . .
. It is the Christian's companion, suitable to everybody,
instructive to all."
--Charles H. Spurgeon
From Genesis to Revelation, Matthew Henry successfully combines
practical application, devotional insight, and scholarship on the
entire Bible. Henry has profound insights on the content, message
and nature of God's divine revelation. Perfect for all readers of
the Bible who want a comprehensive commentary.
- Modern easy-to-read modern type with Scripture passages in
bold
- Complete and unabridged in 6 volumes
- Includes The Life of Matthew Henry by J. B. Williams
- Entirely faithful to the original
Sharing a blessing before eating is an important way to pause,
reflect and be thankful for the food that we eat. This beautiful
collection of verses, songs and prayers from around the world helps
readers to experience all the humble, heart-warming ways that
families take a moment before eating to remember the work involved
and the gift that our nourishment brings. A little treasure to help
us remember the importance of taking time to think about the food
we eat, the people who grow it for us and the earth which provides
it for us.
In the time of the church, transformation, renewal, and the process
of coming-to-faith rely on the symbolic efficacy of speech, where
God is encountered as a word. The Sacramentality of Preaching
examines the thought of Louis-Marie Chauvet and incorporates it
into contemporary homiletical theory in order to bolster and renew
Christian proclamation that has an intentionally sacramental
character. Liturgical preachers will find practical pathways,
frameworks, and common language through the use of this innovative
sacramentology.
The anagrams, or more generally, the mathemata and morphologically
related kalophonic forms of Byzantine melopoeia, constitute the
artistic creations by which Psaltic Art is known in all its
splendour and becomes an object of admiration. Kalophony as ars
nova was born following the recovery of the city of Constantinople
after the Latin occupation of Byzantium (AD 1204-1261) during the
long reign of Andronicus II (1282-1328) and reached its final form
in the first half of the fourteenth century. During the years
1300-1350, four key composers and teachers of the Psaltic Art
imposed a new attitude of melic composition on the preexisting
forms and designated new compositional techniques dominated by the
beautifying kallopistic element. They created new compositions in
the new spirit of kallopismos and musical verbosity. This new
musical creation was christened with the term kalophony and this
period is the golden age of Byzantine Chant. Originally published
under the title Hoi anagrammatismoi kai ta mathemata tes byzantines
melopoiias (1979 plus seven reprints), this publication thoroughly
investigates and reveals for the first time the entire magnitude of
Byzantine kalophony with its individual forms, serving as a
systematic introduction to the Greek Byzantine music culture and
that of the Byzantine Psaltic Art at the height of its expression.
Photographic fun showing the joy of being Jewihs at any age.
Jesus was condemned . . . so we could be set free. He was wounded .
. . so we can be healed. He died . . . so we might have life. The
cross has lost much of its appeal as a symbol of Christianity. Yet
what Christ did at the cross remains central to our faith. In this
richly designed book, Michael Card reflects on what it means for
Christians that we meet our savior at a cross. Card combs the Old
Testament prophecies and Gospel accounts of Jesus' self-sacrifice,
seeking a renewed vision of the cross-the inconceivable meeting
place of violence and grace.
Do You Know Who You Are in God's Eyes? Have you ever been tempted
to doubt God's love? Well, He never gives up on you. Do you spend
much of your life trying to earn God's favor? What a tragic waste
of time--because you already have His love! It is the gift of life,
which God freely gives you when you decide to follow Christ. It
comes with no strings attached and lasts for eternity. Neil T.
Anderson--bestselling author of Victory Over the Darkness and The
Bondage Breaker--reveals and defines your special place in God's
family in this powerful devotional that has sold over 100,000
copies! Who I Am in Christ includes 36 readings and prayers, each
and every one based on scriptural passages that assure you of God's
love and your security and freedom in His kingdom. Welcome to His
Word and His world-- where you are the apple of His eye!
An Akathist (Greek for "Standing Up") is a type of extended
devotional hymn used both in church and at home. This second volume
contains Akathist hymns for the Ascension and Nativity of Christ,
an Akathist to the Holy Spirit, for seven different icons of the
Mother of God, and the following other Saints: St.'s Ambrose of
Optina, Anthony & Theodosius of the Caves of Kiev, the Father's
of Athos, Basil the Great, Hieromartyr Cyprian, the New Martyr
Elizabeth, Faith, Hope and Love with Sophia their mother, John of
Shanghai, Juliana the Merciful, the Apostle Luke, Mary of Egypt the
Apostle Matthew, new Martyr Maximus Sandovich, Fr. Moses of the
Carpathians, the Elders of Optina, Photius of Constantinople,
Theophan the Recluse and the Holy Martyr Zlata of Mglen.
Beautifully bound and printed. In traditional English.
Being a leader demands a lot, which is why we need to constantly
stop along the way to lift our eyes to the only One who is able to
fulfill all of our needs. The Lord not only promises to steady our
steps, but also equip us with everything we need so that we can
fulfill our mission. Lifting our eyes to Jesus is an indispensable
exercise: it is the action that will allow us to stay focused,
strengthened, and led by him.Por estar en una posicion en la que se
le exige mucho, el lider se ve en la necesidad constante de hacer
un alto en el camino para alzar los ojos al Unico capaz de suplir
todas sus necesidades. El Senor no solamente promete afirmar sus
pasos, sino tambien equiparlo con todo lo necesario para que el
pueda cumplir su mision. Alzar sus ojos a Jesus es un ejercicio
indispensable para el lider. Es la accion que le permitira
permanecer enfocado; por medio de ella, podra escuchar a Dios y ser
fortalecido y dirigido por el. Al perseverar en esta disciplina, el
lider descubrira que lentamente se produce esa maravillosa
transformacion que permite a los demas reconocer la mano de Dios
sobre su vida y su ministerio.
What is the true secret to spiritual growth for couples? Dennis and
Barbara Rainey know from experience that the secret is more moments
together. When you are lifting up your relationship and the rest of
your life together to God, you won't be able to keep the spiritual
growth from happening. In the pages of Moments with You, the
Raineys offer just what couples need to get started or to continue
growing in their quiet times together. These short but poignant
biblical devotions are enjoyable and easy to use, providing a daily
discussion point, prayer and Scripture reference. Married couples
desiring a deeper spiritual connection with God and their spouse
will come to treasure their time spent over Moments with You. For
married couples of all ages and at all stages of life.
Tu eres una mujer de gran valor para Dios. Eres su preciado tesoro
y el desea que te conviertas en la mujer que el diseno cuando penso
en ti. A traves de estos 52 devocionales, Karen Moore te inspirara
para comenzar a experimentar la realidad de que eres una mujer
especial, con todas las cualidades y virtudes que Dios ha puesto en
tu vida. Karen te desafiara para cultivar estas cualidades con el
proposito de glorificar a Dios y guiarte por el camino que te
transformara en la mujer valiosa que Dios sabe que puedes ser."
An exploration of the inner life shared by many persons in nursing
homes and retirement centers.
The "Celtic Wheel of the Year" offers an original and inspiring
selection of prayers for individual use. Divided into monthly
sections, it incorporates Celtic Christian and Celtic Pagan
traditions in a single pattern of prayer. Prayers combine the
Christian seasons with the seasons of the Solstices and Equinoxes.
But they also reach beyond both traditions, dancing together and
finding a new way of worshipping; one that we can enjoy in private
spirituality or as a partaker of established religion.
Most people have lost a sense of destiny, God's will for their
lives. Many even believe you just can't know God's will - that in
His sovereignty, He will make it happen regardless of what you do.
Too long this viewpoint has kept Christians from knowing the full
potential He planned for them. But no more. God created you with a
specific purpose, and the good new is, He wants you to find it.
Just knowing God's will, however, isn't enough. You need to
understand the part you play if you're going to follow it. You
might be surprised to learn it involves following the desires of
your heart. But before you set off, make sure you're able to
distinguish His will from your own selfish desires.
One of the most important lessons of all is that you can't
fulfill God's will any way you want. His strength and timing, and
your obedience and patience are just a few of the things it takes.
This book explains all this and much more.
God's Word is the strongest weapon in a believer's spiritual
artillery. Quin Sherrer and Ruthanne Garlock, bestselling authors
of A Woman's Guide to Spiritual Warfare, believe that when
Christians use the Bible in intercession and warfare, they bind the
power of the evil one and declare God's promises and victory for
their lives and for those they love. In The Spiritual Warrior's
Prayer Guide, they show the reader how to apply biblical promises
to every area of life, whether in illness, financial trouble,
depression, concern for wayward loved ones, unemployment, or
spiritual confusion.
Gathered from sources that span the globe and cross the centuries,
this unique collection of prayers provides a treasury of
inspiration for anyone seeking spiritual sustenance. With works
from well-known religious figures as well as more secular writers,
these words enrich the soul and elevate the mind.
In this inspiring topical Bible study for women, Navigator author
and best-selling Bible teacher Cynthia Heald offers a much more
realistic perspective for today's Christian woman. You'll see
yourself in Cynthia's personal struggles to walk in faith and
trust, and you will learn and grow from her special insights on
character and maturity from God's Word. In the book's 11 sessions,
you'll develop a life of worship, surrender, and patience as you
deepen your relationship with God and become more like Jesus. If
using in a group, personal study is needed between meetings.
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