Author: R. Paul Stevens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781364702908
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Seven Days of Faith
Author: R. Paul Stevens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781364702908
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781364702908
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Seven Days of Faith, 2d Edition
Author: R. Paul Stevens
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1725284812
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
These days, people talk about their schedules filling up 24/7—twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. We wear busyness like a merit badge, as if the more we do, the better we become. But R. Paul Stevens says this is not biblical. Nor is it helpful. For Christians life isn’t about checking off “to-do” lists. It’s about connecting with God and infiltrating thoughtful, biblical faith into our everyday lives. Sometimes that means activity, but sometimes not. Everyday spirituality—the subject of the book—embraces purposeful times of work, relationships, and rest, centered on God instead of personal or cultural expectations. But how can you do it? It’s not easy exiting the fast track to practice a slowed-down yet down-to-earth holiness. Stevens understands this, and offers practical insights to developing a “subversive spirituality”—a meaningful faith that seeps into your work, family, sexuality, friendships, outreach, aloneness, and leisure—and fills you with joy. But most importantly, it motivates you to lovingly abide with God seven days a week. Matthew the Poor, an Eastern monk in Egypt, once said that “life is but one single way that leads to the kingdom of God.”
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1725284812
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
These days, people talk about their schedules filling up 24/7—twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. We wear busyness like a merit badge, as if the more we do, the better we become. But R. Paul Stevens says this is not biblical. Nor is it helpful. For Christians life isn’t about checking off “to-do” lists. It’s about connecting with God and infiltrating thoughtful, biblical faith into our everyday lives. Sometimes that means activity, but sometimes not. Everyday spirituality—the subject of the book—embraces purposeful times of work, relationships, and rest, centered on God instead of personal or cultural expectations. But how can you do it? It’s not easy exiting the fast track to practice a slowed-down yet down-to-earth holiness. Stevens understands this, and offers practical insights to developing a “subversive spirituality”—a meaningful faith that seeps into your work, family, sexuality, friendships, outreach, aloneness, and leisure—and fills you with joy. But most importantly, it motivates you to lovingly abide with God seven days a week. Matthew the Poor, an Eastern monk in Egypt, once said that “life is but one single way that leads to the kingdom of God.”
Seven Days That Divide the World
Author: John C. Lennox
Publisher: Zondervan
ISBN: 031049219X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
What did the writer of Genesis mean by “the first day”? Is it a literal week or a series of time periods? If I believe that the earth is 4.5 billion years old, am I denying the authority of Scripture? In response to the continuing controversy over the interpretation of the creation narrative in Genesis, John Lennox proposes a succinct method of reading and interpreting the first chapters of Genesis without discounting either science or Scripture. With examples from history, a brief but thorough exploration of the major interpretations, and a look into the particular significance of the creation of human beings, Lennox suggests that Christians can heed modern scientific knowledge while staying faithful to the biblical narrative. He moves beyond a simple response to the controversy, insisting that Genesis teaches us far more about the God of Jesus Christ and about God’s intention for creation than it does about the age of the earth. With this book, Lennox offers a careful yet accessible introduction to a scientifically-savvy, theologically-astute, and Scripturally faithful interpretation of Genesis.
Publisher: Zondervan
ISBN: 031049219X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
What did the writer of Genesis mean by “the first day”? Is it a literal week or a series of time periods? If I believe that the earth is 4.5 billion years old, am I denying the authority of Scripture? In response to the continuing controversy over the interpretation of the creation narrative in Genesis, John Lennox proposes a succinct method of reading and interpreting the first chapters of Genesis without discounting either science or Scripture. With examples from history, a brief but thorough exploration of the major interpretations, and a look into the particular significance of the creation of human beings, Lennox suggests that Christians can heed modern scientific knowledge while staying faithful to the biblical narrative. He moves beyond a simple response to the controversy, insisting that Genesis teaches us far more about the God of Jesus Christ and about God’s intention for creation than it does about the age of the earth. With this book, Lennox offers a careful yet accessible introduction to a scientifically-savvy, theologically-astute, and Scripturally faithful interpretation of Genesis.
Seven Sundays
Author: Alec Penix
Publisher: Howard Books
ISBN: 198210757X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
A Biblically grounded, six-week plan to lead you on the path toward losing weight and getting healthier by focusing on the connections between spiritual and physical health—“Seven Sundays is a powerful tool that will enlighten you to see wellness and spirituality with a fresh perspective” (Kathie Lee Gifford). In Seven Sundays, celebrity trainer and devoted follower of Christ Alec Penix explains the connection between faith and fitness, and shares both his own and his clients’ success stories. When our spiritual and physical bodies are built up simultaneously, we find ourselves more likely to stick with healthier, life-changing habits, appreciate what we have, be thankful for what we’ve gained (and lost), and feel content with how far we’ve traveled. Seven Sundays is a six-week program that shows you how easy it is to undergo your own total transformation. The book is organized as a day-by-day journey in the same manner as a daily devotional. Over the course of each week, you will work on the “6 Pillars of Purpose” that build up this strength. You will also enjoy “Faith-Full” foods and explore a new spiritual theme each week. Ultimately, you’ll undertake a meaningful journey that will finally connect your body and spirit. Seven Sundays is sure to “inspire people to become the best version of themselves, through strengthening their body, mind, and spirit” (Roma Downey, actress, producer, and New York Times bestselling author of Box of Butterflies). You’ll learn to embrace the fact that you deserve to exercise, eat right, and be healthy, and recognize your body as a spiritual vessel.
Publisher: Howard Books
ISBN: 198210757X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
A Biblically grounded, six-week plan to lead you on the path toward losing weight and getting healthier by focusing on the connections between spiritual and physical health—“Seven Sundays is a powerful tool that will enlighten you to see wellness and spirituality with a fresh perspective” (Kathie Lee Gifford). In Seven Sundays, celebrity trainer and devoted follower of Christ Alec Penix explains the connection between faith and fitness, and shares both his own and his clients’ success stories. When our spiritual and physical bodies are built up simultaneously, we find ourselves more likely to stick with healthier, life-changing habits, appreciate what we have, be thankful for what we’ve gained (and lost), and feel content with how far we’ve traveled. Seven Sundays is a six-week program that shows you how easy it is to undergo your own total transformation. The book is organized as a day-by-day journey in the same manner as a daily devotional. Over the course of each week, you will work on the “6 Pillars of Purpose” that build up this strength. You will also enjoy “Faith-Full” foods and explore a new spiritual theme each week. Ultimately, you’ll undertake a meaningful journey that will finally connect your body and spirit. Seven Sundays is sure to “inspire people to become the best version of themselves, through strengthening their body, mind, and spirit” (Roma Downey, actress, producer, and New York Times bestselling author of Box of Butterflies). You’ll learn to embrace the fact that you deserve to exercise, eat right, and be healthy, and recognize your body as a spiritual vessel.
40 Days
Author: Dennis Edwin Smith
Publisher: Review and Herald Pub Assoc
ISBN: 0828025444
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 142
Book Description
Do you desire a more meaningful study and prayer life?Do you feel the need to reach out to others for Christ?If so, youve come to the right place.This book contains 40 days of devotional studies designed to strengthen your relationship with Christ and enable you to lead others to Him. God wants to do something significant in your life, too. Not only does He long to draw you into closer fellowship with HimHe also wants to minister to others through you. And as you spend 40 amazing days with God, He will prepare you for earths final crisis and Christs long-anticipated second coming.
Publisher: Review and Herald Pub Assoc
ISBN: 0828025444
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 142
Book Description
Do you desire a more meaningful study and prayer life?Do you feel the need to reach out to others for Christ?If so, youve come to the right place.This book contains 40 days of devotional studies designed to strengthen your relationship with Christ and enable you to lead others to Him. God wants to do something significant in your life, too. Not only does He long to draw you into closer fellowship with HimHe also wants to minister to others through you. And as you spend 40 amazing days with God, He will prepare you for earths final crisis and Christs long-anticipated second coming.
Single, Gay, Christian
Author: Gregory Coles
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
ISBN: 0830890939
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
In an age where neither society nor the church knows what to do with gay Christians, Greg Coles shares his story—a story about a boy in love with Jesus who, at the fateful onset of puberty, realized his sexual attractions were persistently and exclusively for other guys. This honest, hopeful account shows life through one man's eyes and assures all people: "You are not a mistake."
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
ISBN: 0830890939
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
In an age where neither society nor the church knows what to do with gay Christians, Greg Coles shares his story—a story about a boy in love with Jesus who, at the fateful onset of puberty, realized his sexual attractions were persistently and exclusively for other guys. This honest, hopeful account shows life through one man's eyes and assures all people: "You are not a mistake."
Journey in Prayer
Author: John Smed
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 0802498809
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
An Evangelism Tool for a New Generation. Today’s seekers are far more likely to be open to prayer than a traditional gospel presentation. This beautifully designed book is unintimidating, inviting, and effective. It’s a seven-day journey through the Lord’s prayer. Each day explores a new petition in the Lord’s prayer and helps show the reader the prayer’s importance and impact. The author offers reflection questions, prayer prompts, and sample prayers to help readers begin and deepen their personal journeys in prayer. It’s a perfect resource for anyone exploring the Christian faith or young Christians learning to pray. Plus it works well one-on-one and in small groups.
Publisher: Moody Publishers
ISBN: 0802498809
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
An Evangelism Tool for a New Generation. Today’s seekers are far more likely to be open to prayer than a traditional gospel presentation. This beautifully designed book is unintimidating, inviting, and effective. It’s a seven-day journey through the Lord’s prayer. Each day explores a new petition in the Lord’s prayer and helps show the reader the prayer’s importance and impact. The author offers reflection questions, prayer prompts, and sample prayers to help readers begin and deepen their personal journeys in prayer. It’s a perfect resource for anyone exploring the Christian faith or young Christians learning to pray. Plus it works well one-on-one and in small groups.
Moments & Days
Author: Michelle Van Loon
Publisher: NavPress
ISBN: 1631464647
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Michelle Van Loon helps us treasure our time as a gift and a spiritual responsibility, and God as faithfully present in all our moments and days. People rarely slow down to experience their days, and so they feel rushed through life even as they begin to suspect that life lacks significance. By introducing (and reintroducing) us to the feasts and festivals of the Bible, as well as the special celebrations of the Christian calendar, Moments and Days restores a sacred sense of time throughout our year, enriching our experience of each “holy day” and enlivening our experience of even the most “ordinary time.”
Publisher: NavPress
ISBN: 1631464647
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Michelle Van Loon helps us treasure our time as a gift and a spiritual responsibility, and God as faithfully present in all our moments and days. People rarely slow down to experience their days, and so they feel rushed through life even as they begin to suspect that life lacks significance. By introducing (and reintroducing) us to the feasts and festivals of the Bible, as well as the special celebrations of the Christian calendar, Moments and Days restores a sacred sense of time throughout our year, enriching our experience of each “holy day” and enlivening our experience of even the most “ordinary time.”
A Habit Called Faith
Author: Jen Pollock Michel
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1493428756
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Today's neurological research has placed habit at the center of human behavior; we are what we do repetitively. When we want to add something to our life, whether it's exercise, prayer, or just getting up earlier in the morning, we know that we must turn an activity into a habit through repetition or it just won't stick. What would happen if we applied the same kind of daily dedication to faith? Could faith become a habit, a given--automatic? With vulnerable storytelling and insightful readings of both Old and New Testament passages, Jen Pollock Michel invites the convinced and the curious into a 40-day Bible reading experience. Vividly translating ancient truths for a secular age, Michel highlights how the biblical text invites us to see, know, live, love, and obey. The daily reflection questions and weekly discussion guides invite both individuals and groups, believers and doubters alike, to explore how faith, even faith as small as a mustard seed, might grow into a life-defining habit.
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 1493428756
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 249
Book Description
Today's neurological research has placed habit at the center of human behavior; we are what we do repetitively. When we want to add something to our life, whether it's exercise, prayer, or just getting up earlier in the morning, we know that we must turn an activity into a habit through repetition or it just won't stick. What would happen if we applied the same kind of daily dedication to faith? Could faith become a habit, a given--automatic? With vulnerable storytelling and insightful readings of both Old and New Testament passages, Jen Pollock Michel invites the convinced and the curious into a 40-day Bible reading experience. Vividly translating ancient truths for a secular age, Michel highlights how the biblical text invites us to see, know, live, love, and obey. The daily reflection questions and weekly discussion guides invite both individuals and groups, believers and doubters alike, to explore how faith, even faith as small as a mustard seed, might grow into a life-defining habit.
7 Day Faith Challenge for Catholic Women
Author: Diana Vallette
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781985663527
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Do you struggle to find time for prayer? Do you struggle with not even knowing what to say or how to say it when you do get the time? Do you ever feel like you're talking to yourself? The 7 Day Faith Challenge gives real Catholic women the information they need to truly begin (or reboot) their walk with God. This book was made with the imperfect Christian woman in mind--the woman who needs work on the doing part. If you're ready to learn more about Catholicism, grow closer to God and have an active faith, this book is for you. This challenge has helped over 1,000 women boldly live out their faith. (Read their testimonials below.) Included in the book: -Information about the Catholic faith, written in an interesting and highly relatable way -The challenge (your homework-of-the-day) -Questions for reflection -Space for journaling -Coloring pages About the author: Diana is a hilarious, extremely relatable Catholic woman who converted from atheism in 2013. She is passionate about truth-telling, showing her mess and meeting people exactly where they are. Here's what other women had to say about Diana and this challenge: "I have to say, this challenge far exceeded my expectations. I learned a great deal even though I thought I already knew quite a bit. I love how real Diana is and how she made me laugh. I've always enjoyed her videos and her Sunday gospel reflections. She gives information in a way that is easy to understand and relate to. I really can't think of anything I would change about this challenge." "Diana, thank you for this challenge. I thanked God today for giving me the courage to take the challenge! I have enjoyed these 7 days and have questioned everything I thought I knew and everything wrong I have been doing in my life. Today was the first day I felt God's presence as I was sitting in mass listening to the homily. I am slowly working the courage up to attend confession." "Thank you, Diana, for creating this challenge! It is so well written and I enjoyed it so much! I am a morning person and waking up early before my kids is when I get my "me" time, which I like to spend in prayer. Often times though I feel unsure of what I should be doing/saying to be productive in prayer. I love how you walk me through it and the specific action steps are so helpful!!" "I love Diana's videos. I can't think of anything else that would make this challenge better. It's so well rounded and seems to have something for everyone--no matter where they are in their faith life. Awesome challenge!" "I found every day of the challenge helpful. I was most excited about Days 4 and 5. God is so good. Diana is an awesome light in the darkness to so many who don't know better and are too scared to talk about so many issues. Keep up the great work. This was so helpful." "I really found every single day of the challenge helpful. There's so much I don't know and am still learning. All the information was super helpful. I love the resources she shares that allowed you to learn, read, or listen to even more about that particular day's challenge." "This challenge is a great tool...I was a Director of Religious Ed for 10 years and was always looking for teaching and growing tools for my catechisms. She's got a good thing going here" "Diana, I wanted to say a huge thank you for this challenge. As a 50 year old empty nester, I can say I sure wish I had someone like you when I was a young Catholic wife/mother. You are touching lives, bringing women to the faith, and inspiring even us old gals. You have a gift, continue to share it, it's definitely your ministry. You will be in my prayers. God Bless!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781985663527
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Do you struggle to find time for prayer? Do you struggle with not even knowing what to say or how to say it when you do get the time? Do you ever feel like you're talking to yourself? The 7 Day Faith Challenge gives real Catholic women the information they need to truly begin (or reboot) their walk with God. This book was made with the imperfect Christian woman in mind--the woman who needs work on the doing part. If you're ready to learn more about Catholicism, grow closer to God and have an active faith, this book is for you. This challenge has helped over 1,000 women boldly live out their faith. (Read their testimonials below.) Included in the book: -Information about the Catholic faith, written in an interesting and highly relatable way -The challenge (your homework-of-the-day) -Questions for reflection -Space for journaling -Coloring pages About the author: Diana is a hilarious, extremely relatable Catholic woman who converted from atheism in 2013. She is passionate about truth-telling, showing her mess and meeting people exactly where they are. Here's what other women had to say about Diana and this challenge: "I have to say, this challenge far exceeded my expectations. I learned a great deal even though I thought I already knew quite a bit. I love how real Diana is and how she made me laugh. I've always enjoyed her videos and her Sunday gospel reflections. She gives information in a way that is easy to understand and relate to. I really can't think of anything I would change about this challenge." "Diana, thank you for this challenge. I thanked God today for giving me the courage to take the challenge! I have enjoyed these 7 days and have questioned everything I thought I knew and everything wrong I have been doing in my life. Today was the first day I felt God's presence as I was sitting in mass listening to the homily. I am slowly working the courage up to attend confession." "Thank you, Diana, for creating this challenge! It is so well written and I enjoyed it so much! I am a morning person and waking up early before my kids is when I get my "me" time, which I like to spend in prayer. Often times though I feel unsure of what I should be doing/saying to be productive in prayer. I love how you walk me through it and the specific action steps are so helpful!!" "I love Diana's videos. I can't think of anything else that would make this challenge better. It's so well rounded and seems to have something for everyone--no matter where they are in their faith life. Awesome challenge!" "I found every day of the challenge helpful. I was most excited about Days 4 and 5. God is so good. Diana is an awesome light in the darkness to so many who don't know better and are too scared to talk about so many issues. Keep up the great work. This was so helpful." "I really found every single day of the challenge helpful. There's so much I don't know and am still learning. All the information was super helpful. I love the resources she shares that allowed you to learn, read, or listen to even more about that particular day's challenge." "This challenge is a great tool...I was a Director of Religious Ed for 10 years and was always looking for teaching and growing tools for my catechisms. She's got a good thing going here" "Diana, I wanted to say a huge thank you for this challenge. As a 50 year old empty nester, I can say I sure wish I had someone like you when I was a young Catholic wife/mother. You are touching lives, bringing women to the faith, and inspiring even us old gals. You have a gift, continue to share it, it's definitely your ministry. You will be in my prayers. God Bless!