Author: Hara Davis
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781790968442
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
This 45 page booklet of Study Aids is designed to clarify concepts from The Urantia Book. They are not a substitute for the book but may be useful for readers who need a visual aid to comprehension. The Urantia Book is a series of papers describing the concept of Deity, the organisation of the universes, the history of this planet from its inception and the life of Jesus Christ. It gives a comprehensive record of man's origin, history and destiny. These Study Aids summarize the main concepts from the Book in a pictorial way. They are useful for memorizing key ideas and presenting the main concepts to others. An indispensable study aid to all those who love this amazing book. Full colour.
Study AIDS: The Urantia Book: A Visual Summary
Author: Hara Davis
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781790968442
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
This 45 page booklet of Study Aids is designed to clarify concepts from The Urantia Book. They are not a substitute for the book but may be useful for readers who need a visual aid to comprehension. The Urantia Book is a series of papers describing the concept of Deity, the organisation of the universes, the history of this planet from its inception and the life of Jesus Christ. It gives a comprehensive record of man's origin, history and destiny. These Study Aids summarize the main concepts from the Book in a pictorial way. They are useful for memorizing key ideas and presenting the main concepts to others. An indispensable study aid to all those who love this amazing book. Full colour.
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781790968442
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
This 45 page booklet of Study Aids is designed to clarify concepts from The Urantia Book. They are not a substitute for the book but may be useful for readers who need a visual aid to comprehension. The Urantia Book is a series of papers describing the concept of Deity, the organisation of the universes, the history of this planet from its inception and the life of Jesus Christ. It gives a comprehensive record of man's origin, history and destiny. These Study Aids summarize the main concepts from the Book in a pictorial way. They are useful for memorizing key ideas and presenting the main concepts to others. An indispensable study aid to all those who love this amazing book. Full colour.
Urantia Ascenders' Handbook
Author: Hara Davis
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781726800846
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Almost A4 size. 50 pages. Full colour. Our journey through the heavenly spheres as described in the Urantia Book is so thrilling and awesome that I decided to present it in as much detail as possible for the benefit of those Urantia students who enjoy a more visual representation of our future career. I begin with our short but intense test as mortals on the material plane of existence on Urantia (the name given to Planet Earth) and then chronicle our journey upwards through the morontia worlds of our local system and constellation before reaching our local universe headquarters where we attain spirit status. The journey continues through the minor and major sectors of our superuniverse until we reach Uversa, our superuniverse capital. From here we are prepared for our transit through the seven circuits of Havona before the last transit sleep to Paradise and the eventual destiny of ascending mortals--the Finaliter Corps."Love of adventure, curiosity, and dread of monotony--these traits inherent in evolving human nature--were not put there just to aggravate and annoy you during your short sojourn on earth, but rather to suggest to you that death is only the beginning of an endless career of adventure, an everlasting life of anticipation, an eternal voyage of discovery." p.159/6. It is this eternal voyage that I present to you in this Handbook.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781726800846
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Almost A4 size. 50 pages. Full colour. Our journey through the heavenly spheres as described in the Urantia Book is so thrilling and awesome that I decided to present it in as much detail as possible for the benefit of those Urantia students who enjoy a more visual representation of our future career. I begin with our short but intense test as mortals on the material plane of existence on Urantia (the name given to Planet Earth) and then chronicle our journey upwards through the morontia worlds of our local system and constellation before reaching our local universe headquarters where we attain spirit status. The journey continues through the minor and major sectors of our superuniverse until we reach Uversa, our superuniverse capital. From here we are prepared for our transit through the seven circuits of Havona before the last transit sleep to Paradise and the eventual destiny of ascending mortals--the Finaliter Corps."Love of adventure, curiosity, and dread of monotony--these traits inherent in evolving human nature--were not put there just to aggravate and annoy you during your short sojourn on earth, but rather to suggest to you that death is only the beginning of an endless career of adventure, an everlasting life of anticipation, an eternal voyage of discovery." p.159/6. It is this eternal voyage that I present to you in this Handbook.
The Woman Reader
Author: Belinda Jack
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300120451
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Explores what and how women of widely differing cultures have read through the ages, from Cro-Magnon caves to the digital readers of today, drawing distinctions between male and female readers and detailing how female literacy has been suppressed in some parts of the world.
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300120451
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Explores what and how women of widely differing cultures have read through the ages, from Cro-Magnon caves to the digital readers of today, drawing distinctions between male and female readers and detailing how female literacy has been suppressed in some parts of the world.
The Untold Story of Jesus
Author:
Publisher: Urantia Press
ISBN: 9780997404920
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Jesus comes to life in this fascinating modern biography excerpted from The Urantia Book. Many of these historical stories are familiar to readers of the New Testament but dozens are new, including the missing years not found in the Bible. Here you discover Jesus presented as never before, both as divine Son and human hero whose matchless life inspires, comforts, and transforms you. It is beautifully written in modern, page-turning prose and complemented with 106 paintings from 35 renowned artists, including 42 originally commissioned works you will see for the first time. The paintings run the gamut of fine art celebrating the life of Christ, both classic and modern. These artists poured their souls into these portraits of higher spiritual reality. Our deep appreciation and humble gratitude go out to each one of them. These paintings illustrate Jesus' life journey from his humble birth and childhood to adolescence and manhood; from private to public ministry and on to his death, resurrection, and ascension. The artwork celebrates his diverse life as son, father-brother, carpenter, boat designer and builder, tutor, translator, caravan conductor, teacher, healer, minister, and friend. No one knows what Jesus looked like, but these artists painted their soulful interpretations to spark our imagination of these scenes from the Master's life. Our intent is to give you a visual communion with Jesus that complements the enthralling narrative. This impeccably designed book provides relevant and empowering spiritual insights, helping you navigate the challenging yet promising conditions of the 21st century. We live in an exciting era of unprecedented improvements in our material lives brought about by scientific, industrial, and social achievements. Yet despite all this progress, many souls feel lonely and displaced. We need God and have an innate thirst for spiritual answers because of that "still, small voice" that lives within us. Finding God by living the personal religion of Jesus satisfies that thirst. The search for the genuine Jesus continues to intrigue humanity. Since the Bible only records an estimated 50 days of his life, it follows that there is more to his story. You will find it here in this detailed history of the Master's entire life, including the public ministry recorded in the Gospels. It provides a coherent and seamless biography of this magnificent personality who continues to shape spiritual progress in our world. The story of Jesus is one of the most enthralling chapters in human history. The closing passage of the Apostle John's gospel speaks to a life larger than even the world itself. How fitting that the last words of his gospel should be the first words of this book: "But there are also many things which Jesus did; were every one of them to be written, I suppose that the world itself would not contain the books that would be written." In John's day the Word was made flesh. In these days the Word is made book. The Untold Story of Jesus reveals the living Christ to members of the church that bears his name, as well as to worshipers of all world religions. It is sure to become a favorite volume for all who seek God.
Publisher: Urantia Press
ISBN: 9780997404920
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Jesus comes to life in this fascinating modern biography excerpted from The Urantia Book. Many of these historical stories are familiar to readers of the New Testament but dozens are new, including the missing years not found in the Bible. Here you discover Jesus presented as never before, both as divine Son and human hero whose matchless life inspires, comforts, and transforms you. It is beautifully written in modern, page-turning prose and complemented with 106 paintings from 35 renowned artists, including 42 originally commissioned works you will see for the first time. The paintings run the gamut of fine art celebrating the life of Christ, both classic and modern. These artists poured their souls into these portraits of higher spiritual reality. Our deep appreciation and humble gratitude go out to each one of them. These paintings illustrate Jesus' life journey from his humble birth and childhood to adolescence and manhood; from private to public ministry and on to his death, resurrection, and ascension. The artwork celebrates his diverse life as son, father-brother, carpenter, boat designer and builder, tutor, translator, caravan conductor, teacher, healer, minister, and friend. No one knows what Jesus looked like, but these artists painted their soulful interpretations to spark our imagination of these scenes from the Master's life. Our intent is to give you a visual communion with Jesus that complements the enthralling narrative. This impeccably designed book provides relevant and empowering spiritual insights, helping you navigate the challenging yet promising conditions of the 21st century. We live in an exciting era of unprecedented improvements in our material lives brought about by scientific, industrial, and social achievements. Yet despite all this progress, many souls feel lonely and displaced. We need God and have an innate thirst for spiritual answers because of that "still, small voice" that lives within us. Finding God by living the personal religion of Jesus satisfies that thirst. The search for the genuine Jesus continues to intrigue humanity. Since the Bible only records an estimated 50 days of his life, it follows that there is more to his story. You will find it here in this detailed history of the Master's entire life, including the public ministry recorded in the Gospels. It provides a coherent and seamless biography of this magnificent personality who continues to shape spiritual progress in our world. The story of Jesus is one of the most enthralling chapters in human history. The closing passage of the Apostle John's gospel speaks to a life larger than even the world itself. How fitting that the last words of his gospel should be the first words of this book: "But there are also many things which Jesus did; were every one of them to be written, I suppose that the world itself would not contain the books that would be written." In John's day the Word was made flesh. In these days the Word is made book. The Untold Story of Jesus reveals the living Christ to members of the church that bears his name, as well as to worshipers of all world religions. It is sure to become a favorite volume for all who seek God.
The Art of Faith
Author: Judith Couchman
Publisher: Paraclete Press
ISBN: 1612614043
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
Have you stood in front of a painting and thought, What does this mean? The Art of Faith answers this question again and again, with insight, wit, and verve, providing a thorough reference to Christian art through the centuries. Practical and easy to read, this book unfolds the ancient world of Christian images for believers who want to enrich their faith, college students studying art history, and travelers to religious sites. With this book in hand, you can visit museums, churches, or other sacred places and identify a work of art's style and meaning. Or even explore the signs and symbols of your local church. Whatever your relationship to art or Christianity, open this book when you're curious about a painting, sculpture, symbol, or other sacred work. It will answer your questions about The Art of Faith. "Couchman offers a readable and user-friendly guide to deciphering and interpreting Christian visual art. She is rightly keen to meet the urgent need for a new depth of theological vision in the church and beyond." —Jeremy Begbie, Duke Divinity School; Author of Voicing Creation's Praise: Towards a Theology of the Arts
Publisher: Paraclete Press
ISBN: 1612614043
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
Have you stood in front of a painting and thought, What does this mean? The Art of Faith answers this question again and again, with insight, wit, and verve, providing a thorough reference to Christian art through the centuries. Practical and easy to read, this book unfolds the ancient world of Christian images for believers who want to enrich their faith, college students studying art history, and travelers to religious sites. With this book in hand, you can visit museums, churches, or other sacred places and identify a work of art's style and meaning. Or even explore the signs and symbols of your local church. Whatever your relationship to art or Christianity, open this book when you're curious about a painting, sculpture, symbol, or other sacred work. It will answer your questions about The Art of Faith. "Couchman offers a readable and user-friendly guide to deciphering and interpreting Christian visual art. She is rightly keen to meet the urgent need for a new depth of theological vision in the church and beyond." —Jeremy Begbie, Duke Divinity School; Author of Voicing Creation's Praise: Towards a Theology of the Arts
Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life
Author: Marcellino D’Ambrosio
Publisher: Ascension Press
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
“In this book, Marcellino D’Ambrosio has painted a rich picture that brings Jesus and his world to life. Clear, concise, and compelling, Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life is a must-read for every Catholic.” – Edward Sri Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life by Marcellino D’Ambrosio is an ebook that stands alone but also accompanies the 10-week video study program presented by Marcellino D’Ambrosio, Jeff Cavins, and Edward Sri. In this book, Catholics walk step by step with Jesus from his infancy to the Ascension. Anchored in the life of Christ as presented in the Gospels, it explores the entirety of Jesus’ life—who he is, what he is really like, what he taught, what he did for our salvation, and what this means for us as Catholics today. This study shows, in a simple way, how Jesus, the Incarnate God, is both fully divine and fully human—his intimacy with the Father, his revelation of the Father’s love, and his extraordinary influence on his disciples, his followers, and even his enemies. Most importantly, this encounter with Christ will inspire and empower you to center your entire life in him as you come to know and love him in an ever-deeper and more intimate way. In this book, Catholics will learn... Who Jesus is and how he answers the longings of the human heart. Why Jesus was baptized. The significance of the Transfiguration. The essentials of Christology explained in a way the average Catholic can understand. The mystery and meaning of the Resurrection, Christ’s triumph over death. The nature of Jesus’ mission and the redemption of humanity. Our role today as Catholics in the Great Commission. Paperback, 280 pages Nihil obstat: Rev. Robert A. Pesarchik Censor deputatus January 21, 2020 Imprimatur: +Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput Archbishop of Philadelphia November 21, 2020
Publisher: Ascension Press
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
“In this book, Marcellino D’Ambrosio has painted a rich picture that brings Jesus and his world to life. Clear, concise, and compelling, Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life is a must-read for every Catholic.” – Edward Sri Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life by Marcellino D’Ambrosio is an ebook that stands alone but also accompanies the 10-week video study program presented by Marcellino D’Ambrosio, Jeff Cavins, and Edward Sri. In this book, Catholics walk step by step with Jesus from his infancy to the Ascension. Anchored in the life of Christ as presented in the Gospels, it explores the entirety of Jesus’ life—who he is, what he is really like, what he taught, what he did for our salvation, and what this means for us as Catholics today. This study shows, in a simple way, how Jesus, the Incarnate God, is both fully divine and fully human—his intimacy with the Father, his revelation of the Father’s love, and his extraordinary influence on his disciples, his followers, and even his enemies. Most importantly, this encounter with Christ will inspire and empower you to center your entire life in him as you come to know and love him in an ever-deeper and more intimate way. In this book, Catholics will learn... Who Jesus is and how he answers the longings of the human heart. Why Jesus was baptized. The significance of the Transfiguration. The essentials of Christology explained in a way the average Catholic can understand. The mystery and meaning of the Resurrection, Christ’s triumph over death. The nature of Jesus’ mission and the redemption of humanity. Our role today as Catholics in the Great Commission. Paperback, 280 pages Nihil obstat: Rev. Robert A. Pesarchik Censor deputatus January 21, 2020 Imprimatur: +Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput Archbishop of Philadelphia November 21, 2020
Notes of a Desolate Man
Author: T’ien-wen Chu
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 9780231500081
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Winner of the coveted China Times Novel Prize, this postmodern, first-person tale of a contemporary Taiwanese gay man reflecting on his life, loves, and intellectual influences is among the most important recent novels in Taiwan. The narrator, Xiao Shao, recollects a series of friends and lovers, as he watches his childhood friend, Ah Yao, succumb to complications from AIDS. The brute fact of Ah Yao's death focuses Shao's simultaneously erudite and erotic reflections magnetically on the core theme of mortality. By turns humorous and despondent, the narrator struggles to come to terms with Ah Yao's risky lifestyle, radical political activism, and eventual death; the fragility of romantic love; the awesome power of eros; the solace of writing; the cold ennui of a younger generation enthralled only by video games; and life on the edge of mainstream Taiwanese society. His feverish journey through forests of metaphor and allusion—from Fellini and Lévi-Strauss to classical Chinese poetry—serves as a litany protecting him from the ravages of time and finitude. Impressive in scope and detail, Notes of a Desolate Man employs the motif of its characters' marginalized sexuality to highlight Taiwan's vivid and fragile existence on the periphery of mainland China. Howard Goldblatt and Sylvia Li-chun Lin's masterful translation brings Chu T'ien-wen's lyrical and inventive pastiche of political, poetic, and sexual desire to the English-speaking world.
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 9780231500081
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Winner of the coveted China Times Novel Prize, this postmodern, first-person tale of a contemporary Taiwanese gay man reflecting on his life, loves, and intellectual influences is among the most important recent novels in Taiwan. The narrator, Xiao Shao, recollects a series of friends and lovers, as he watches his childhood friend, Ah Yao, succumb to complications from AIDS. The brute fact of Ah Yao's death focuses Shao's simultaneously erudite and erotic reflections magnetically on the core theme of mortality. By turns humorous and despondent, the narrator struggles to come to terms with Ah Yao's risky lifestyle, radical political activism, and eventual death; the fragility of romantic love; the awesome power of eros; the solace of writing; the cold ennui of a younger generation enthralled only by video games; and life on the edge of mainstream Taiwanese society. His feverish journey through forests of metaphor and allusion—from Fellini and Lévi-Strauss to classical Chinese poetry—serves as a litany protecting him from the ravages of time and finitude. Impressive in scope and detail, Notes of a Desolate Man employs the motif of its characters' marginalized sexuality to highlight Taiwan's vivid and fragile existence on the periphery of mainland China. Howard Goldblatt and Sylvia Li-chun Lin's masterful translation brings Chu T'ien-wen's lyrical and inventive pastiche of political, poetic, and sexual desire to the English-speaking world.
Urantia Work Book
Author: Hara Davis
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781792811470
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
All Urantia Book readers will tell you how reading the Book changed their lives. We have a new way of looking at life; we can see the bigger picture; our faith is strengthened; we feel more secure, more able to cope with life's problems; we have come to know God and Jesus as friends; we are no longer afraid of death. The knowledge of the Grand Universe and all the beings within it brings great comfort to us on this extraordinarily difficult planet. It puts our lives into perspective and we can cope with life's problems knowing that the challenges we face are all part of the beginning of our Ascendant career.But how much does knowledge of the Urantia Book change our personality? Are we better people having read the Book? Can we relate to others in a kinder way? Are we better parents, more loving partners? Are we more honest, reliable, trustworthy, loyal, tolerant and wise? Do we display more of the qualities of Jesus in our lives? Are we progressing from the human to the divine?This Work Book is especially for those who want to put spiritual values into practice in their lives. I believe we have a responsibility to our Thought Adjusters, our Guardians of Destiny but most of all to ourselves and those we come into contact with to be the best we can be. Together with quotes from the Urantia Book and my own suggestions and exercises, I hope this Work Book will help us to be more aware of our shortcomings and actually do something about it. We are all encouraged to 'do the Father's Will' and the Father's will is to be more like Him. I hope the Work Book will give you the incentive to work on yourself and help to turn flesh into soul. The Fruits of the Spirit are mentioned many times in the Urantia Book as necessary qualities to attain true self-mastery. I have taken each 'fruit' and suggested ways of developing the qualities in your day to day lives. Other topics such as Education, Relationships, Marriage, Prayer and Worship are also explored.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781792811470
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
All Urantia Book readers will tell you how reading the Book changed their lives. We have a new way of looking at life; we can see the bigger picture; our faith is strengthened; we feel more secure, more able to cope with life's problems; we have come to know God and Jesus as friends; we are no longer afraid of death. The knowledge of the Grand Universe and all the beings within it brings great comfort to us on this extraordinarily difficult planet. It puts our lives into perspective and we can cope with life's problems knowing that the challenges we face are all part of the beginning of our Ascendant career.But how much does knowledge of the Urantia Book change our personality? Are we better people having read the Book? Can we relate to others in a kinder way? Are we better parents, more loving partners? Are we more honest, reliable, trustworthy, loyal, tolerant and wise? Do we display more of the qualities of Jesus in our lives? Are we progressing from the human to the divine?This Work Book is especially for those who want to put spiritual values into practice in their lives. I believe we have a responsibility to our Thought Adjusters, our Guardians of Destiny but most of all to ourselves and those we come into contact with to be the best we can be. Together with quotes from the Urantia Book and my own suggestions and exercises, I hope this Work Book will help us to be more aware of our shortcomings and actually do something about it. We are all encouraged to 'do the Father's Will' and the Father's will is to be more like Him. I hope the Work Book will give you the incentive to work on yourself and help to turn flesh into soul. The Fruits of the Spirit are mentioned many times in the Urantia Book as necessary qualities to attain true self-mastery. I have taken each 'fruit' and suggested ways of developing the qualities in your day to day lives. Other topics such as Education, Relationships, Marriage, Prayer and Worship are also explored.
Chinese Civilization
Author: Patricia Buckley Ebrey
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 548
Book Description
Chinese Civilization sets the standard for supplementary texts in Chinese history courses. With newly expanded material, personal documents, social records, laws, and documents that historians mistakenly ignore, the sixth edition is even more useful than its classic predecessor. A complete and thorough introduction to Chinese history and culture. Chinese Civilization sets the standard for supplementary texts in Chinese history courses. With newly expanded material, personal documents, social records, laws, and documents that historians mistakenly ignore, the sixth edition is even more useful than its classic predecessor. A complete and thorough introduction to Chinese history and culture.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 548
Book Description
Chinese Civilization sets the standard for supplementary texts in Chinese history courses. With newly expanded material, personal documents, social records, laws, and documents that historians mistakenly ignore, the sixth edition is even more useful than its classic predecessor. A complete and thorough introduction to Chinese history and culture. Chinese Civilization sets the standard for supplementary texts in Chinese history courses. With newly expanded material, personal documents, social records, laws, and documents that historians mistakenly ignore, the sixth edition is even more useful than its classic predecessor. A complete and thorough introduction to Chinese history and culture.
With
Author: Skye Jethani
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 1595553800
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 223
Book Description
With explores the narrative of the Bible to show that we were created to be with God, and that restoring this connection is his mission. Instead of life over, under, from, or even for God, what leads us into freedom and restoration is life with God. Why are American Christians, who have more access to biblical teaching than any other people in history, failing to experience the freedom of the Christian life? Why are pastors, those closest to the work and ministry, burning out at an alarming rate? Why do many church members, who give large amounts of their time and wealth to Christ and his kingdom, secretly question the legitimacy of their efforts? And why are spiritual seekers dismissing the validity of the Christian message? Is it possible we’ve misunderstood the call of the Christian life? A life lived in rich communion with God cultivates faith, hope, and love in a way that transforms both us and the broken world we inhabit. In With, you’ll find: illustrations of concepts in the book to aid understanding; recommendations for how to practice communion with God, including three helpful practices; and a discussion guide for use when continuing the conversation with others in small groups. Endorsements: If we've grown weary of Christianity, if we find most any local church uninspiring, maybe the problem lies not in the Christian faith or these faithful bodies, but in our own disgruntled hearts. In With, Skye Jethani tenderly unmasks the clichéd posturing that too often masquerades as genuine communion with Christ. More importantly, he takes readers to the humble place they must occupy--in prayer, studying Scripture, with the Church--if faith, hope, and love are to truly mark our lives. -James H. Gilmore, author, The Experience Economy It doesn’t matter, as old theologians were rumored to argue, how many angels can dance on a pinhead. But it does matter which preposition governs your faith--over, after, against, for, from, under, with. Who knew what huge worlds turn on such tiny words? Who knew what theological riches were laced into the bones of grammar? Skye has done a great service to the church. In prose elegant and clear, with insights keen and deep, he shows how everything changes with just one word: With. It’s a book I want my whole church to read. -Mark Buchanan, author of Spiritual Rhythm Who knew that a preposition had so much influence? Skye's book will challenge the way that you think about God and faith, digging deep into our motivations and heart issues. You can't read this book and not see yourself and others differently! -Margaret Feinberg, author of Scouting the Divine and Hungry for God
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 1595553800
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 223
Book Description
With explores the narrative of the Bible to show that we were created to be with God, and that restoring this connection is his mission. Instead of life over, under, from, or even for God, what leads us into freedom and restoration is life with God. Why are American Christians, who have more access to biblical teaching than any other people in history, failing to experience the freedom of the Christian life? Why are pastors, those closest to the work and ministry, burning out at an alarming rate? Why do many church members, who give large amounts of their time and wealth to Christ and his kingdom, secretly question the legitimacy of their efforts? And why are spiritual seekers dismissing the validity of the Christian message? Is it possible we’ve misunderstood the call of the Christian life? A life lived in rich communion with God cultivates faith, hope, and love in a way that transforms both us and the broken world we inhabit. In With, you’ll find: illustrations of concepts in the book to aid understanding; recommendations for how to practice communion with God, including three helpful practices; and a discussion guide for use when continuing the conversation with others in small groups. Endorsements: If we've grown weary of Christianity, if we find most any local church uninspiring, maybe the problem lies not in the Christian faith or these faithful bodies, but in our own disgruntled hearts. In With, Skye Jethani tenderly unmasks the clichéd posturing that too often masquerades as genuine communion with Christ. More importantly, he takes readers to the humble place they must occupy--in prayer, studying Scripture, with the Church--if faith, hope, and love are to truly mark our lives. -James H. Gilmore, author, The Experience Economy It doesn’t matter, as old theologians were rumored to argue, how many angels can dance on a pinhead. But it does matter which preposition governs your faith--over, after, against, for, from, under, with. Who knew what huge worlds turn on such tiny words? Who knew what theological riches were laced into the bones of grammar? Skye has done a great service to the church. In prose elegant and clear, with insights keen and deep, he shows how everything changes with just one word: With. It’s a book I want my whole church to read. -Mark Buchanan, author of Spiritual Rhythm Who knew that a preposition had so much influence? Skye's book will challenge the way that you think about God and faith, digging deep into our motivations and heart issues. You can't read this book and not see yourself and others differently! -Margaret Feinberg, author of Scouting the Divine and Hungry for God