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Abba

Evelyn Underhill

Abba

“Most Christian people often find it difficult to say their prayers in any meaningful way. Here, in these extracts from a book of devotional meditations by Evelyn Underhill, will be found clear but profound guidance on how to pray. The title of the book, Abba, is the term used in more than one place in the New Testament for addressing God as Father and it is with the ‘Our Father’ prayer that these meditations are concerned. At first sight it might be thought impossible to say anything fresh...

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Evelyn Underhill

The Fruits of the Spirit

Evelyn Underhill

The Fruits of the Spirit

Brief extracts from the Underhill book, Fruits of the Spirit, first published in 1942, the year after Underhill's death. Each of these brief pieces is actually a meditation on some aspect of the spiritual life, and makes excellent devotional reading. "…affords a brilliant example of Evelyn Underhill's gift for combining an insight into the heights and depths of Christian spiritual experience with a down-to-earth appreciation of the actual circumstances in which modern...

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Evelyn Underhill

Heaven: A Traveller’s Guide to the...

Peter Stanford

Heaven: A Traveller’s Guide to the Undiscovered Country

A stimulating inquiry into one of the great religious mysteries – and what theologians, artists, writers, psychologists, priests, historians and people from all religions and walks of life have thought of heaven, where many of us still hope to go one day.The author writes: ‘While images of hell are firmly fixed in the human psyche, no parallel standard vision exists for heaven either within the Christian Church or more widely in the world’s various religious traditions…it has somehow been judged...

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Peter Stanford

Ancient Judaism

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Ancient Judaism

This book is a major contribution to the sociology of religion and to religious and biblical studies. Beginning from the classic work of Max Weber, the author analyses the origins of Judaism in the light of more recent scholarship. The result is a work that will become a standard point of reference in its field, and will be of great interest to the general reader as well as the specialist.

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Dios Maravilloso

André Cronje

Dios Maravilloso

Dios maravilloso: es la gloria de los reyes buscar los secretos de la tierra y adquirir los misterios del reino de Dios. Toda la tierra está llena de su gloria, y toda la creación grita su nombre en alabanza y adoración. Dios maravilloso está lleno de poesía y alabanza para motivar tu fe con una colección de pensamientos. Como dijo el salmista, mi lengua es la de un escritor listo que atribuye grandeza a mi rey.

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André Cronje

Fatima i cierpienie Kościoła

Cristina Siccardi

Fatima i cierpienie Kościoła

W słynnym orędziu fatimskim Matka Boża zapowiedziała szereg dramatycznych wydarzeń. Wiele z nich miało dotyczyć kryzysu Kościoła oraz prześladowań i cierpień, które go czekają. Kolejni papieże, konfrontowani z pełną wersją objawień, podtrzymywali decyzję o zachowaniu w tajemnicy najbardziej niepokojących fragmentów. Owa skrywana część objawień zwana Trzecią Tajemnicą Fatimską ujawniona została dopiero przez papieża Jana Pawła II. Nie przerwało to jednak dociekań na temat tajemnic Fatimy oraz...

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Cristina Siccardi

The Reading Life: The Joy of Seeing...

Клайв Льюис

The Reading Life: The Joy of Seeing New Worlds Through Others’ Eyes

How to Read provides guidance and reflections on the love and enjoyment of books. Engaging and enlightening, this well-rounded collection includes Lewis’ reflections on science fiction, why children’s literature is for readers of all ages, and why we should read two old books for every new one. C. S. Lewis continues to speak to readers thanks to not only his intellectual insights on Christianity but also his wondrous creative works and deep reflections on the literature that impacted his life....

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Клайв Льюис

Gratitude Works!. A 21-Day Program...

Robert Emmons A.

Gratitude Works!. A 21-Day Program for Creating Emotional Prosperity

A purposeful guide for cultivating gratitude as a way of life Recent dramatic advances in our understanding of gratitude have changed the question from «does gratitude work?» to «how do we get more of it?» This book explores evidence-based practices in a compelling and accessible way and provides a step-by-step guide to cultivating gratitude in their lives. Gratitude Works! also shows how religious, philosophical, and spiritual traditions validate the greatest insights of science about...

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Robert Emmons A.

Catholicism For Dummies

John Trigilio

Catholicism For Dummies

A comprehensive and definitive guide to the Catholic faith Whether you're a member of the faith or just interested in it, Catholicism For Dummies, 3rd Edition offers a casual, straightforward introduction to the ins and outs of the contemporary church. It explores the moral foundations of Catholicism and explains such sacraments as weddings, Baptisms, funerals, Confirmations, and First Communions. It also covers the basics of Catholic belief, including the story of creation, the origin of sin,...

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John Trigilio

The Courage to Teach Guide for Refl...

Megan Scribner

The Courage to Teach Guide for Reflection and Renewal

20th ANNIVERSARY EDITION The Courage to Teach Guide for Reflection & Renewal is a helpful companion to Parker J. Palmer's classic work on restoring identity and integrity to professional life. A superb resource for those who wish to extend their exploration of the ideas in The Courage to Teach, as individuals or part of a study group, the Guide provides practical ways to create «safe space» for honest reflection and probing conversations and offers chapter-by-chapter questions and exercises to...

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Megan Scribner

The Bible For Dummies

Jeffrey Geoghegan

The Bible For Dummies

The Bible For Dummies (9781119293507) was previously published as The Bible For Dummies (9780764552960). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product. Discover the world’s all-time bestseller in an entirely new light Ninety percent of Americans own a copy of the Bible, and while it's the most widely read book, it's also the least understood. Regardless of your religion, understanding...

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Jeffrey Geoghegan

Catholicism All-In-One For Dummies

Consumer Dummies

Catholicism All-In-One For Dummies

Grasp the beliefs and practices about one of the world's oldest religions Catholicism All-In-One For Dummies is your all-inclusive guide to the Catholic Church and its billions of followers. You'll learn how Catholicism came to be, how it's practiced, and where it stands socially and politically as you explore the rich history and diverse culture surrounding this major religion. Clear, friendly writing takes you inside a mass to understand what happens there, and walks you through a tour of the...

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Taoism For Dummies

Jonathan Herman

Taoism For Dummies

The definitive guide to understanding Taoism—no matter your background or faith Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching is the second most translated book in the world, and the practice of religious Taoism is on the rise in China, where adherents currently number in the hundreds of millions. Yet there remains a remarkable lack of reliable information about Taoism for curious westerners. Taoism For Dummies provides comprehensive coverage of Taoism's origins in China's Chou Dynasty, its underlying quietist...

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Jonathan Herman

Catholic Mass For Dummies

Rev. Brighenti Kenneth

Catholic Mass For Dummies

An unintimidating guide to understanding the Catholic Mass Throughout the centuries, the liturgy of the Church has taken a variety of regional and historical forms, but one thing has remained constant: the Mass has always been the central form of Catholic worship. Catholic Mass For Dummies gives you a step-by-step overview of the Catholic Mass, as well as a close look at the history and meaning of the Mass as a central form of Catholic worship. You'll find information on the order of a Mass and...

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Rev. Brighenti Kenneth

Hinduism For Dummies

Amrutur Srinivasan V.

Hinduism For Dummies

Your hands-on guide to one of the world's major religions The dominant religion of India, «Hinduism» refers to a wide variety of religious traditions and philosophies that have developed over thousands of years. Today, the United States is home to approximately one million Hindus. If you've heard of this ancient religion and are looking for a reference that explains the intricacies of the customs, practices, and teachings of this ancient spiritual system, Hinduism For Dummies is for you!...

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Amrutur Srinivasan V.

Missional Map-Making. Skills for Le...

Alan Roxburgh

Missional Map-Making. Skills for Leading in Times of Transition

Guidance for church leaders to develop their own maps and chart new paths toward stronger, more vibrant, and more missional congregations In the burgeoning missional church movement, churches are seeking to become less focused on programs for members and more oriented toward outreach to people who are not already in church. This fundamental shift in what a congregation is and does and thinks is challenging for leaders and congregants. Using the metaphor of map-making, the book explains the...

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Alan Roxburgh

Divine Intuition. Your Inner Guide...

Lynn Robinson A.

Divine Intuition. Your Inner Guide to Purpose, Peace, and Prosperity

A guide for getting in touch with the inner wisdom that can lead to a more abundant and successful life When you are in touch with your intuition, every moment in your life takes on a whole new dimension as intuitive wisdom pours in. Your ability to assess each situation for immediate guidance allows you to move smoothly on your chosen path. Decision-making becomes quick, easy, and fruitful. And you move closer and closer to your best life by divining what is true for you. Divine Intuition is...

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Lynn Robinson A.

When Religion Becomes Lethal. The E...

Charles Kimball

When Religion Becomes Lethal. The Explosive Mix of Politics and Religion in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

A compelling look at today's complex relationship between religion and politics In his second book, bestselling author Charles Kimball addresses the urgent global problem of the interplay between fundamentalist Abrahamic religions and politics and moves beyond warning signs (the subject of his first book) to the dangerous and lethal outcomes that their interaction can produce. Drawing on his extensive personal and professional knowledge of, experience with and access to all three traditions,...

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Charles Kimball

The Other 80 Percent. Turning Your...

Warren Bird

The Other 80 Percent. Turning Your Church's Spectators into Active Participants

A research-based approach to developing more active and involved congregations In this practical resource, well-known and respected researcher Scott Thumma and professional co-writer Warren Bird draw upon new and heretofore unpublished research across a broad range of Protestant churches of all sizes and show how to create more active members. Offers solid information of what church leaders need to know about the factors and practices that create church members who are more actively and...

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Warren Bird

Missional Communities. The Rise of...

Reggie McNeal

Missional Communities. The Rise of the Post-Congregational Church

The third book in the trilogy that explores the popular missional movement From Reggie McNeal, the bestselling author of The Present Future and Missional Renaissance, comes the third book in the series that helps to define and illuminate the popular missional movement. This newest book in the trilogy examines a natural outgrowth of the move toward a missional orientation: the deconstruction of congregations into very small Christian communities. For all those thousands of churches and leaders...

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Reggie McNeal

In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leade...

Mike Bonem

In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership. Tapping the Wisdom of the World for the Kingdom of God

Is it possible for church leaders to use biblical and secular leadership concepts in a way that keeps Christ—not the marketplace—at the center of their mission? Drawing on biblical material and business wisdom, In Pursuit of Great AND Godly Leadership explores the critical leadership decisions and practices that shape the success of Christian organizations. These decisions are illustrated in compelling interviews with over forty leaders of churches, universities, denominational bodies, and...

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Mike Bonem

Twelve Keys to an Effective Church....

Kennon Callahan L.

Twelve Keys to an Effective Church. Strong, Healthy Congregations Living in the Grace of God

A thoroughly revised and updated edition of one of the most trusted and authoritative strategic resources for church leaders In this second edition of his groundbreaking book, Kennon Callahan identifies the twelve essential qualities of successful, growing churches and offers all congregations a way to unlock their potential for effective ministry. The Twelve Keys program balances practical planning with theological understanding to help churches function more effectively as they seek to grow...

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Kennon Callahan L.

Your Church in Rhythm. The Forgotte...

Bruce Miller B.

Your Church in Rhythm. The Forgotten Dimensions of Seasons and Cycles

A gentle new way for church leader’s to survive stress and burnout Bruce Miller debunks the idea of balance—basically trying to have it all, all the time. Most churches and their pastors try to do everything at once and feel guilty if any one aspect (worship, ministries, outreach, etc.) is neglected. He replaces the exhausting concept of balance with the idea of rhythm: churches, like people, need to give attention to different programs and ministries at different times, basically by attending...

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Bruce Miller B.

Baby Boomers and Beyond. Tapping th...

Amy Hanson

Baby Boomers and Beyond. Tapping the Ministry Talents and Passions of Adults over 50

How ministry leaders can help older adults be a vital part of Christian community With the explosion of the older adult population, this important book explores the opportunities and challenges that this presents for the Christian community. Amy Hanson challenges us to let go of many old stereotypes regarding aging and embrace a new paradigm that sees older adults as active, healthy and capable of making significant contributions. Debunks the myths of aging that keep us from fully embracing the...

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Amy Hanson

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