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"All will find here much reality, much wisdom, much encouragement,
and much to praise God for."--J.I. Packer
This popular book from respected leader Charles H. Kraft shows
believers how to exercise the authority they have from God through
Jesus Christ. When Christians recognize and use the amazing gift of
spiritual authority, they position themselves to provide protection
and bring transformation, not only in their lives but in the lives
of family members, friends, even coworkers. Now fully revised and
updated.
Women who are facing the reality of widowhood are often connected
by a common thread of grief and uncertainty. "Hope for an Aching
Heart" offers encouragement to help readers handle the challenges
of each day with God's grace. Sharing from a widow's heart, the
author weaves personal stories, Scripture, and prayers into 60 days
of inspirational thoughts that motivate readers to draw closer to
God. This heartfelt and engaging devotional helps to broaden
women's understanding of the depth of God's love, His tender care,
and His promise to always be with them.
One of Library Journal's "Best Books 2013" (spirituality/religion)
ForeWord 2013 Book of the Year Award Finalist (Graphic Novels and
Comics) Thousands of people start each day with a shot of Coffee
with Jesus, the enormously popular online comic strip. Irreverent
at times, yet always insightful, this volume features classic
entries and all new, exclusive material that was born out of artist
David Wilkie's frustration with the polarized political climate in
America. "Originally created as a one-off, single-panel comic on my
blog, utilizing old advertising clip art for the main characters
and Sunday school clip art for the person of Jesus, I simply
enjoyed the notion of Jesus appearing at table with these people
(dressed as they were and sharing coffee with them) to refute their
claims of how he might vote on any particular issue, to convince
them that they cannot confuse their flag with their God--to set
them straight, as it were," explains Wilkie. But it didn't stop
here. Soon the Jesus of Coffee with Jesus could be seen offering
counsel to a recurring cast of characters on their personal and
work lives. The characters--Carl, Lisa, Ann, Kevin and Joe--all
honestly engage with Jesus about their successes and failures and
wants and needs, effectively showing what conversation with God--or
prayer--might look like. Poignant, pointed, and rife with good
theology, Coffee with Jesus is organized around six themes: getting
to know Jesus, spiritual disciplines, relationships, culture,
church, and the challenges of life. With exclusive material like
twelve-panel mega-strips and "behind the strip" reflections on
life, faith and art, Wilkie inventively poses answers to the
perpetual Christian speculation, "What would Jesus do?"
This incredible though little-known classic of Catholic
spirituality presents before the reader the entire school of true
Christian holiness and the means and exercises necessary to attain
sanctity. As no one shall enter Heaven who is not perfect, then if
we wish to attain to that perfection which will gain us entrance to
eternal happiness with The Blessed Trinity, with Jesus, with Our
Lady, St. Joseph and all the Saints and Angels, we need to start in
earnest and with a sure method to correct every aspect of our
lives. The Imitation of the Sacred Heart of Jesus by Fr. Peter
Arnoudt, S.J. is just such a "sure method" that the soul needs as a
guide to perfection. For it begins at the beginning and covers
every means at our disposal as Catholics, which we have and which
we need to perfect ourselves plus it covers every pitfall that we
face in the daunting task of attaining holiness.
Renowned pastor and New York Times bestselling author Timothy
Keller writes the book his readers have been asking for: A
year-long daily devotional, beautifully designed with gilt edges
and a gold ribbon marker. The Book of Psalms is known as the
Bible's songbook-Jesus knew all 150 psalms intimately, and relied
on them to face every situation, including his death. Two decades
ago, Tim Keller began reading the entire Book of Psalms every
month. The Songs of Jesus is based on his accumulated years of
study, insight, and inspiration recorded in his prayer journals.
Kathy Keller came to reading the psalms as a support during an
extended illness. Together they have distilled the meaning of each
verse, inviting readers into the vast wisdom of the psalms. If you
have no devotional life yet, this book is a wonderful way to start.
If you already spend time in study and prayer, understanding every
verse of the psalms will bring you a new level of intimacy with
God, unlocking your purpose within God's kingdom.
The twenty-seven books of the New Testament present the life and
teachings of Jesus, the history of the early church, and
instruction for believers throughout the ages. Studying these books
not only provides a greater understanding of Jesus Christ, but are
the primary source for inspiration and direction in the Christian
life.
"Living the New Testament" offers a concise explanation of key
biblical passages from Matthew to Revelation as well as practical
applications for living out the truths and teachings of Jesus.
Beginning with a selected Scripture passage, each daily reading
encourages and stimulates spiritual growth and ends with an
inspirational thought to ponder throughout the day. Writing in his
classic accessible style that readers came to love in "Approaching
God," pastor, teacher, and theologian Paul Enns delivers an
easy-to-read devotional that will challenge, instruct, and
encourage readers' walks with God.
Down through the years, those who have been close to God have met
with him daily. The Quiet Time Companion can help you begin and
make the most of your own daily meetings with God. Offering a fresh
approach to Bible study each week (with eleven different approachs
in all), this book will help keep your quiet times stimulating and
challenging. You'll learn a variety of Bible study skills that will
last a lifetime With The Quiet Time Companion you'll gain a
thorough overview of the whole Bible as you move through two years
of structured and unstructured meetings with God. Each week you'll
find five Bible studies designed to occupy about twenty minutes
daily. These include whole book studies overviewing major themes
detailed studies of short passages topical studies on important
aspects of the Christian life character studies of fascinating
people in the Bible word studies of key biblical concepts You'll
also find suggestions for activities and projects to give you a
change of pace each weekend. Divided into eight sessions of
thirteen weeks each, The Quiet Time Companion can also be used
easily by small groups and Sunday school classes. Here is a great
opportunity to get started meeting with God every day.
J.C. Ryle has become one of the most loved of British authors on
church matters. He was the first Bishop of Liverpool, managing to
establish a thriving diocese in that most sectarian of English
cities. Although a convinced evangelical he was regarded as
fairminded by those who disagreed with him. Even Ryle's opponents
in church politics wept when he died. His books have remained in
print for a hundred years because Ryle was able to touch the person
in the street with clear teaching on doctrinal matters. He showed
how the Bible was relevant. His writings thus lend themselves to a
devotional format and here is a new selection different to any that
have gone before. Here Eric Russell has arranged writings according
to themes that develop the reader's understanding on a topic before
moving on to new pastures. It is as refreshing as it is profound.
Author Kristen Johnson Ingram was photographing Native American
dancers at an Oregon pow-wow when an official tapped her on the
shoulder and asked her to stop taking pictures. "This is the prayer
the dancer is doing," he explained. For people of faith, Ingram
realized, there are many forms of prayer besides the ones we speak
with our lips: Devout Jews bow while reading Torah; Episcopalians
stand, sit, or kneel in church; exuberant Christians raise their
arms; and mystics of all denominations walk while murmuring the
Jesus Prayer. As Christians, we can use our entire bodies to praise
God, transforming simple acts like hearing music, looking at shafts
of sunlight, or walking in the woods into acts of prayer that
celebrate God's presence in everyday life. Beyond Words is a book
for spiritual adventurers who seek new ways to pray. Readers can
put into practice the concepts they find here, making the book not
just a source of inspiration but a springboard to action that
deepens their prayer lives and draws them closer to God. Kristen
Johnson Ingram is the author of more than twenty books, including
Wine at the End of the Feast: Embracing Spiritual Change as We Age.
She is also a writing instructor and a licensed preacher in the
Episcopal Church.
An accessible, practical Advent study that guides readers to look
deeper at the meaning of Advent by focusing on a single word and
prayer method each week.
An encouraging 4-week study that helps readers realize that aging
is part of God's plan and that with faith, they can discover the
abiding joy that comes with long life
Helps individuals and small groups focus and renew their
spirituality during Advent.
The Quero Apache Snake Clan or Tlish Diyan centre their spiritual
practices on a daily ceremony of Dowaa-gon'ch-aada entering the
silence. A combination of meditation breath work and prayer
Doowaa-gon'ch-aada offers an experiential connection to All That Is
from the Earth-based spiritual traditions of indigenous America.
When performed properly this ritual becomes a path to
self-realization and transcendence. PRAYERS AND MEDITATIONS OF THE
QUERO APACHE explains how to establish a personal practice of
Dowaa-gon'ch-aada. In addition to 24 prayers easy-to-follow
instructions for the ritual and accompanying pieces of
inspirational artwork the book includes a rare overview of the
spiritual philosophies of the Quero Apache. Author Maria Yraceburu
incorporates her own stories and essays into the text in order to
share the wisdom she has gained as daughter of the Tlish Diyan
granddaughter and apprentice of Apache holy man Ten Bears and
descendant of the prophet Nochaydelklinne. Maria Yraceburu is Quero
Apache Tlish Diyan 'tsanti-a storyteller healer ceremonial
facilitator teacher and guardian of ancient Snake Clan knowledge
that has been passed down through countless generations.
A fascinating comparative account of sacred languages and their
role in and beyond religion written for a broad, interdisciplinary
audience Sacred languages have been used for foundational texts,
liturgy, and ritual for millennia, and many have remained virtually
unchanged through the centuries. While the vital relationship
between language and religion has been long acknowledged, new
research and thinking across an array of disciplines including
religious studies, sociolinguistics, sociology, linguistics, and
even neurolinguistics has resulted in a renewed interest in the
area. This fascinating and informative book draws on Christian,
Islamic, Hindu, Judaic, and Buddhist traditions to provide a
concise and accessible introduction to the phenomenon of sacred
languages. The book takes a strongly comparative, wide-ranging
approach to exploring ways in which ancient religious languages,
such as Latin, Pali, Church Slavonic, and Hebrew continue to shape
the beliefs and practices of religious communities around the
world. Informed by both comparative religion and sociolinguistics,
it traces the histories of sacred languages, the myths and
doctrines that explain their origin and value, the various ways
they are used, the sectarian debates that shadow them, and the
technological innovations that propel them forward in the
twenty-first century. * A comprehensive but succinct account of the
role and importance of language within religion * Takes an
interdisciplinary approach which will appeal to students and
scholars across an array of disciplines, including religious
studies, sociology of religion, sociolinguistics, and linguistics *
Provides a strongly comparative exploration, drawing on Christian,
Islamic, Hindu, Judaic, and Buddhist traditions * Uses numerous
examples and ties historic debates with contemporary situations *
Satisfies the rapidly growing demand for books on the subject among
both academics and general readers Sacred Languages of the World is
a must-read for students of religion and language, scripture,
religious literacy, education and language, the sociology of
religion, sociolinguistics. It will also have strong appeal among
general readers with an interest comparative religion, history,
cultural criticism, communication studies, and more.
Band 9 der zweisprachigen Ausgabe der Sermones ad populum bietet
die erstmalige deutsche UEbersetzung der drei Predigten zur
Apostelgeschichte 148-150. Die lateinischen Texte beruhen auf dem
Vergleich der bisherigen Editionen, im Fall von sermo 150 auch auf
Codex I 9 der Stadtbibliothek Mainz, der als Faksimile abgedruckt
wird. Die Kommentierung erlautert insbesondere UEberlieferung,
Chronologie, Struktur, Stil, historische Daten, biblisches
Gedankengut, Liturgie und Theologie der Predigten. Daruber hinaus
werden hagiographische und archaologische Daten sowie die
Verwendung der Apostelgeschichte im Gesamtwerk Augustins
dargestellt.
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