Author: Peter Kreeft
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781943243976
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"The Second Vatican Council called the Bible 'the food of the soul.' Yet, for many Catholics, their engagement with Scripture is often limited to what they hear at Mass--and the dull, safe, predictable homilies that obscure rather than break open up the Word of God. In Food for the Soul, a riveting three-part series, celebrated philosopher Peter Kreeft invites the faithful—clergy and laity alike—to a heart-to-heart relationship with Christ the Word through the Word of the Scriptures." --
Food for the Soul
Author: Peter Kreeft
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781943243976
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"The Second Vatican Council called the Bible 'the food of the soul.' Yet, for many Catholics, their engagement with Scripture is often limited to what they hear at Mass--and the dull, safe, predictable homilies that obscure rather than break open up the Word of God. In Food for the Soul, a riveting three-part series, celebrated philosopher Peter Kreeft invites the faithful—clergy and laity alike—to a heart-to-heart relationship with Christ the Word through the Word of the Scriptures." --
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781943243976
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"The Second Vatican Council called the Bible 'the food of the soul.' Yet, for many Catholics, their engagement with Scripture is often limited to what they hear at Mass--and the dull, safe, predictable homilies that obscure rather than break open up the Word of God. In Food for the Soul, a riveting three-part series, celebrated philosopher Peter Kreeft invites the faithful—clergy and laity alike—to a heart-to-heart relationship with Christ the Word through the Word of the Scriptures." --
Jesus, Friend of My Soul
Author: Joyce Rupp
Publisher: Ave Maria Press
ISBN: 1594719667
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Bestselling author and beloved retreat leader Joyce Rupp has offered companionship and gentle guidance throughout the seasons in such books as May I Have This Dance? and Anchors for the Soul. In Jesus, Friend of My Soul, each two-page daily reflection brings our attention to the Lenten season, providing reflections for growth and inviting us to follow Jesus and become more like him. “As Christians,” Joyce Rupp writes, “we look to the person of Jesus to learn from him.” Because our lives are filled to the brim with activity, it is easy to drift away from trying to live as Jesus did, and we find ourselves in need of time to focus on drawing close to him again and learning from his example. In Jesus, Friend of My Soul, Rupp guides us from Ash Wednesday through Easter Sunday illustrating both how Jesus called his followers to change and how his actions provide us a blueprint for growth. Rupp helps us learn from the qualities of Jesus and the actions and teachings that marked his time on earth, including: how Jesus extended mercy after Peter’s denials how Jesus trusted in his Father, even as he experienced other emotions when troubling events occurred how Jesus spoke and acted with integrity, which made him a valuable and trustworthy person for others to listen to and follow Each day’s reflection begins with a verse from scripture and a meditation centered on Jesus’ life, actions, and teachings that are applied to our lives. We are then offered a prayer and an intention to carry with us throughout the day. Each brief reflection gently leads us to new growth in our lives and invites us to reach new depths in our faith. Questions for individual or group study are included.
Publisher: Ave Maria Press
ISBN: 1594719667
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Bestselling author and beloved retreat leader Joyce Rupp has offered companionship and gentle guidance throughout the seasons in such books as May I Have This Dance? and Anchors for the Soul. In Jesus, Friend of My Soul, each two-page daily reflection brings our attention to the Lenten season, providing reflections for growth and inviting us to follow Jesus and become more like him. “As Christians,” Joyce Rupp writes, “we look to the person of Jesus to learn from him.” Because our lives are filled to the brim with activity, it is easy to drift away from trying to live as Jesus did, and we find ourselves in need of time to focus on drawing close to him again and learning from his example. In Jesus, Friend of My Soul, Rupp guides us from Ash Wednesday through Easter Sunday illustrating both how Jesus called his followers to change and how his actions provide us a blueprint for growth. Rupp helps us learn from the qualities of Jesus and the actions and teachings that marked his time on earth, including: how Jesus extended mercy after Peter’s denials how Jesus trusted in his Father, even as he experienced other emotions when troubling events occurred how Jesus spoke and acted with integrity, which made him a valuable and trustworthy person for others to listen to and follow Each day’s reflection begins with a verse from scripture and a meditation centered on Jesus’ life, actions, and teachings that are applied to our lives. We are then offered a prayer and an intention to carry with us throughout the day. Each brief reflection gently leads us to new growth in our lives and invites us to reach new depths in our faith. Questions for individual or group study are included.
Remember My Soul
Author: Lori Palatnik
Publisher: Khal Publishing
ISBN: 9781602040144
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Remember My Soul provides the comforting voice of wisdom at life's most painful moment. Drawing on decades of experience in Jewish outreach and counseling people who have lost a loved one, Remember My Soul, was written specifically for people with little or no prior knowledge of Judaism and the way Judaism understands and approaches death, loss and mourning. People who have suffered a recent loss-and those for whom a distant loss continues to be a struggle-will find in these pages insight, inspiration and resolution. Remember My Soul includes: *An explanatory journey through shiva and all the aspects of Jewish mourning. *A thirty-day guided path of insight and reflection based on the ancient tradition for benefiting the soul of the departed. *Ten questions people ask about death and the afterlife. *Personal reflections from people who have lost a loved one about how Jewish rwisdom and traditions enable one to cope with a loss and relate to death in the bigger picture of life
Publisher: Khal Publishing
ISBN: 9781602040144
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
Remember My Soul provides the comforting voice of wisdom at life's most painful moment. Drawing on decades of experience in Jewish outreach and counseling people who have lost a loved one, Remember My Soul, was written specifically for people with little or no prior knowledge of Judaism and the way Judaism understands and approaches death, loss and mourning. People who have suffered a recent loss-and those for whom a distant loss continues to be a struggle-will find in these pages insight, inspiration and resolution. Remember My Soul includes: *An explanatory journey through shiva and all the aspects of Jewish mourning. *A thirty-day guided path of insight and reflection based on the ancient tradition for benefiting the soul of the departed. *Ten questions people ask about death and the afterlife. *Personal reflections from people who have lost a loved one about how Jewish rwisdom and traditions enable one to cope with a loss and relate to death in the bigger picture of life
Be Still My Soul
Author: Elisabeth Elliot
Publisher: Revell
ISBN: 1493434608
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
In our can't-stop world, where we frantically move through our days with hardly a moment of true rest and reflection, it's hard to comprehend the thought of being still, of leaving our anxiety and worry and impatience in the capable hands of a loving God. But that's exactly what Elisabeth Elliot calls us to do. Using the title of one of her favorite hymns as her unifying theme, Elliot offers an inspiring collection of reflections on living the Christian life. Illustrating biblical concepts with her rich personal experiences as a missionary, mother, wife, widow, radio host, and internationally known public speaker, Elliot writes with clarity and elegance on topics at once timeless and timely. This lovely new repackaged edition is perfect for the busy times in which we live.
Publisher: Revell
ISBN: 1493434608
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
In our can't-stop world, where we frantically move through our days with hardly a moment of true rest and reflection, it's hard to comprehend the thought of being still, of leaving our anxiety and worry and impatience in the capable hands of a loving God. But that's exactly what Elisabeth Elliot calls us to do. Using the title of one of her favorite hymns as her unifying theme, Elliot offers an inspiring collection of reflections on living the Christian life. Illustrating biblical concepts with her rich personal experiences as a missionary, mother, wife, widow, radio host, and internationally known public speaker, Elliot writes with clarity and elegance on topics at once timeless and timely. This lovely new repackaged edition is perfect for the busy times in which we live.
Reflections on the Russian Soul
Author: Dmitry S. Likhachev
Publisher: Central European University Press
ISBN: 9633864925
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
This compelling and often traumatic book is the memoir of one of the most important figures in modern Russian history, Dmitry S. Likhachev, revered as ‘a guardian of national culture’. Reflections on the Russian Soul is an incredible account of an intellectual’s turbulent journey through twentieth century Russia. Likhachev re-counts the fortunes of people with whom he came into contact and reproduces the air of passed years in Russia. Likhachev vividly portrays his childhood years in St. Petersburg and continues into his student life at Leningrad University that led to an agonizing period of imprisonment and near death. He describes how a harmless prank caught the attention of the Secret Police, resulting in his exile and confinement within the infamous prison island of Solovki. He describes his first-hand experience of brutality in prison during the early Stalin years and the incident that not only saved him but also haunted him for the rest of his life. He reflects on the years after his release from prison and the events leading up to the Second World War. His powerful recollection of the blockade of Leningrad provides the reader with a horrific insight into the harsh effects of war, hunger and survival. Lichachev goes on to describe post-war Russia and how his own livelihood developed from literary editor to a return to Leningrad University as Professor of History. This compelling autobiography finishes with Likhachev’s poignant return to Solovki as a free man.
Publisher: Central European University Press
ISBN: 9633864925
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
This compelling and often traumatic book is the memoir of one of the most important figures in modern Russian history, Dmitry S. Likhachev, revered as ‘a guardian of national culture’. Reflections on the Russian Soul is an incredible account of an intellectual’s turbulent journey through twentieth century Russia. Likhachev re-counts the fortunes of people with whom he came into contact and reproduces the air of passed years in Russia. Likhachev vividly portrays his childhood years in St. Petersburg and continues into his student life at Leningrad University that led to an agonizing period of imprisonment and near death. He describes how a harmless prank caught the attention of the Secret Police, resulting in his exile and confinement within the infamous prison island of Solovki. He describes his first-hand experience of brutality in prison during the early Stalin years and the incident that not only saved him but also haunted him for the rest of his life. He reflects on the years after his release from prison and the events leading up to the Second World War. His powerful recollection of the blockade of Leningrad provides the reader with a horrific insight into the harsh effects of war, hunger and survival. Lichachev goes on to describe post-war Russia and how his own livelihood developed from literary editor to a return to Leningrad University as Professor of History. This compelling autobiography finishes with Likhachev’s poignant return to Solovki as a free man.
My Soul Thirsts for God
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781572933248
Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Millions around the world readOur Daily Breadevery day. Now we have drawn from years of these devotional writings to compile this selection of 92 daily mediations focused on the most beloved book of the Bible. From the opening verse of Psalm 1, “Blessed is the man. . .” to the closing exclamation of Psalm 150, “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!” readers will find comfort, encouragement, and hope for every circumstance of life as they enjoy the rich teaching and writings of 21 favorite ODB writers like David Roper, Joanie Yoder, Henry Bosch, David McCasland, Julie Ackerman Link, Dave Branon, and Richard and Mart DeHaan.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781572933248
Category : Bible
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Millions around the world readOur Daily Breadevery day. Now we have drawn from years of these devotional writings to compile this selection of 92 daily mediations focused on the most beloved book of the Bible. From the opening verse of Psalm 1, “Blessed is the man. . .” to the closing exclamation of Psalm 150, “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!” readers will find comfort, encouragement, and hope for every circumstance of life as they enjoy the rich teaching and writings of 21 favorite ODB writers like David Roper, Joanie Yoder, Henry Bosch, David McCasland, Julie Ackerman Link, Dave Branon, and Richard and Mart DeHaan.
Conversations with My Soul
Author: Ellen P. Fitzkee
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1452521344
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
What if: * You knew you were always safe? * You felt appreciated, adored, and loved? * You knew you were never alone? * You felt freedom to be yourself? * You knew that your soul never dies? * You felt unconditional love? How would your life change if you felt comfort knowing that all your decisions are meant for your growth and there are no mistakes? Would you let go of the guilt for past transgressions and not worry so much about what the future holds, and live in the present moment? I invite you to take this journey as I explore and learn to embrace the darker parts of my soul and arrive at exactly this place.
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1452521344
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
What if: * You knew you were always safe? * You felt appreciated, adored, and loved? * You knew you were never alone? * You felt freedom to be yourself? * You knew that your soul never dies? * You felt unconditional love? How would your life change if you felt comfort knowing that all your decisions are meant for your growth and there are no mistakes? Would you let go of the guilt for past transgressions and not worry so much about what the future holds, and live in the present moment? I invite you to take this journey as I explore and learn to embrace the darker parts of my soul and arrive at exactly this place.
My Soul in Silence Waits
Author: Margaret Guenther
Publisher: Cowley Publications
ISBN: 1461660653
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 153
Book Description
“For God alone my soul in silence waits....” In these reflections on Psalm 62 Margaret Guenther provides the foundation for a time of reflection and retreat without ever leaving home. The book’s first chapter introduces us to ways of making a retreat wherever we are, at a place apart or in the midst of our daily lives. Guenther then offers eight meditations on Psalm 62, with its themes of waiting on God’s presence with patience, trust, and expectation. She explores the images the psalm evokes of longing, silence, waiting, safety, enemies, and God as a rock and refuge. As in all her books, Guenther finds new ways to explore these ancient themes with the wit and practicality of an accomplished storyteller. These eight meditations can be read consecutively over the course of a single day or weekend, or spaced over time with periods of reflection in between. Each meditation ends with ideas for further prayer and pondering. My Soul in Silence Waits is one of our series of Cowley Cloister Books: smaller format, gift edition books designed for meditative and devotional reading.
Publisher: Cowley Publications
ISBN: 1461660653
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 153
Book Description
“For God alone my soul in silence waits....” In these reflections on Psalm 62 Margaret Guenther provides the foundation for a time of reflection and retreat without ever leaving home. The book’s first chapter introduces us to ways of making a retreat wherever we are, at a place apart or in the midst of our daily lives. Guenther then offers eight meditations on Psalm 62, with its themes of waiting on God’s presence with patience, trust, and expectation. She explores the images the psalm evokes of longing, silence, waiting, safety, enemies, and God as a rock and refuge. As in all her books, Guenther finds new ways to explore these ancient themes with the wit and practicality of an accomplished storyteller. These eight meditations can be read consecutively over the course of a single day or weekend, or spaced over time with periods of reflection in between. Each meditation ends with ideas for further prayer and pondering. My Soul in Silence Waits is one of our series of Cowley Cloister Books: smaller format, gift edition books designed for meditative and devotional reading.
The Breath of the Soul
Author: Joan Chittister
Publisher: Twenty-Third Publications
ISBN: 9781585957477
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
This simple little book from a great spiritual giant attends to what we human beings are most inclined to forget: preparing for and engaging in prayer. It is an examination of what we ourselves must bring to the discipline of prayer--whatever form it takes--in order to make prayer authentic and real, a deep and profound part of our lives. None of the brief reflections in this book are ever finished, ever closed, ever fulled resolved. They are all ongoing steps along the way, steps we retrace over and over again as we do all the other parts of life, until they become the very breath we breathe, the vision and energy of our souls.
Publisher: Twenty-Third Publications
ISBN: 9781585957477
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
This simple little book from a great spiritual giant attends to what we human beings are most inclined to forget: preparing for and engaging in prayer. It is an examination of what we ourselves must bring to the discipline of prayer--whatever form it takes--in order to make prayer authentic and real, a deep and profound part of our lives. None of the brief reflections in this book are ever finished, ever closed, ever fulled resolved. They are all ongoing steps along the way, steps we retrace over and over again as we do all the other parts of life, until they become the very breath we breathe, the vision and energy of our souls.
Respecting the Soul
Author: Keith Boykin
Publisher: Quill
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Daily Affirmations for Spiritual Renewal, Empowerment, Fulfillment and Growth We're all looking for answers to life's questions. We all want to reach our goals, maintain a loving relationship, and strengthen our ties to family and community. But how do we face our doubts and fears? How do we reconcile the prejudice of others with the truth we know about ourselves? And how do we deal with the obstacles that stand in our way? The primary challenges facing black lesbians and gays are internal, not external. The deepest wounds are usually self-inflicted, leaving behind the scars of internalized racism and homophobia. With a unique insight for each day of the calendar year, RESPECTING THE SOUL can help change this reality by provoking, inspiring, and empowering you, sensitizing your families and friends, and sharing the wisdom and experience of hundreds of well-known people who have contributed to our collective history. Let the words of acclaimed black gender-benders like Alvin Ailey, Josephine Baker, James Baldwin, Peter J. Gomes, Lorraine Hansberry, E. Lynn Harris, Carl Lewis, Little Richard, and RuPaul inspire and uplift you -- and give you the encouragement you need to respect your soul.
Publisher: Quill
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Daily Affirmations for Spiritual Renewal, Empowerment, Fulfillment and Growth We're all looking for answers to life's questions. We all want to reach our goals, maintain a loving relationship, and strengthen our ties to family and community. But how do we face our doubts and fears? How do we reconcile the prejudice of others with the truth we know about ourselves? And how do we deal with the obstacles that stand in our way? The primary challenges facing black lesbians and gays are internal, not external. The deepest wounds are usually self-inflicted, leaving behind the scars of internalized racism and homophobia. With a unique insight for each day of the calendar year, RESPECTING THE SOUL can help change this reality by provoking, inspiring, and empowering you, sensitizing your families and friends, and sharing the wisdom and experience of hundreds of well-known people who have contributed to our collective history. Let the words of acclaimed black gender-benders like Alvin Ailey, Josephine Baker, James Baldwin, Peter J. Gomes, Lorraine Hansberry, E. Lynn Harris, Carl Lewis, Little Richard, and RuPaul inspire and uplift you -- and give you the encouragement you need to respect your soul.