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Competent Christian Counseling, Volume One: Foundations And Practice Of Compassionate Soul Care
by Timothy Clinton George W. Ohlschlager George OhlschlagerThe authoritative new reference guide that equips counselors, pastors and church leaders, and caregivers for an effective ministry of soul care. Under the guidance of the highly respected American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), more than 40 leading Christian professionals have come together to provide this comprehensive, authoritative, and up-to-date reference guide for professional and lay counselors, pastors, and leaders in training. Competent Christian Counseling offers you: * the best contributions on spiritual formation and pastoral care from Scripture as well as from giants of church history * the latest research, theory, and successful practice methods in Christian counseling * a practical, 21st century model of Christian counseling that is not only "counselor friendly," but also facilitates effective, biblical client change--all geared to help people mature in the ways and wisdom of Jesus Christ. Competent Christian Counseling, edited by Timothy Clinton and George Ohlschlager, is destined to be regarded for years to come as the authoritative, trustworthy resource for Christian counseling.
Competent to Counsel: Introduction to Nouthetic Counseling
by Jay E. AdamsA Classic in the Field of Christian Counseling Competent to Counsel has helped thousands of pastors, students, laypersons, and Christian counselors develop both a general approach to Christian counseling and a specific response to particular problems. Using biblically directed discussion, nouthetic counseling works by means of the Holy Spirit to bring about change in the personality and behavior of the counselee. As Dr. Jay Adams points out in his introduction, "I have been engrossed in the project of developing biblical counseling and have uncovered what I consider to be a number of important scriptural principles. . . . There have been dramatic results. . . . Not only have people’s immediate problems been resolved, but there have also been solutions to all sorts of long-term problems as well." Since its first publication in 1970, this book has gone through over thirty printings. It establishes the basis for and an introduction to a counseling approach that is being used in pastors’ studies, in counseling centers, and across dining room tables throughout the country and around the world
Competing Fundamentalisms: Violent Extremism In Christianity, Islam, And Hinduism
by Sathianathan ClarkeWhy do certain groups and individuals seek to do harm in the name of God? While studies often claim to hold the key to this frightening phenomenon, they seldom account for the crucial role that religious conviction plays, not just in radical Islam, but also in the fundamentalist branches of the world's two other largest religions: Christianity and Hinduism. As the first book to examine violent extremism in all three religions together, Competing Fundamentalisms draws on studies in sociology, psychology, culture, and economics—while focusing on the central role of religious ideas—to paint a richer portrait of this potent force in modern life. Clarke argues that the forces of globalization fuel the aggression of these movements to produce the competing feature of religious fundamentalisms, which have more in common with their counterparts across religious lines than they do with the members of their own religions. He proposes ways to deescalate religious violence in the service of peacemaking. Readers will gain important insights into how violent religious fundamentalism works in the world's three largest religions and learn new strategies for promoting peace in the context of contemporary interreligious conflict.
Complaint Free Relationships: How to Positively Transform Your Personal, Work, and Love Relationships
by Will BowenA revolutionary approach to improving every relationship in your life, Complaint Free Relationships picks up where the internationally successful A Complaint Free World left off, with all-new methods to help you overcome toxic habits and build strong, successful connections with others. The original Complaint-Free movement has exploded into an international phenomenon, with 5.5 million people in more than 80 countries taking the pledge to create a complaint-free life, as well as national media attention. As this movement expands, it is clear that the real focus of achieving true complaint-free living lies in our relationships. People complain to bond with others. It's easy to feel connected by common annoyances. But most complaining is about people, and this leads to negative and unhealthy foundations for our relationships with others--from family, lovers and friends to our more casual connections with people in our daily lives. Complaint-Free Relationships provides insight and helpful tools to see, understand, and engage in our relationships through the lens of complaint-free living. It incorporates new studies about complaining, inspiring and illuminating stories from Will Bowen's experience both as a minister and founder of the Complaint Free movement, and practical exercises at the end of each chapter. By providing the tools you need to escape the trap complaining creates--feeling unfulfilled and inadequate--Complaint-Free Relationships offers new clarity and encourages you to create happy, stimulating and mutually satisfying relationships.
Complementos perfectos: Cómo diferencias divinamente diseñadas pueden fortalecer su matrimonio
by Walt LarimoreElla lee a las personas, él los manuales. Él no pregunta direcciones, ella no aprecia su consejo. Ella es muy misteriosa, él muy práctico. Él no parece escuchar, ella parece muy emocional. La lista sigue y sigue. En un mundo donde a hombres y mujeres se les dice constantemente que no son diferentes, Mente de él, Mente de ella muestra lo que las parejas de forma instintiva saben: que los hombres y las mujeres son diferentes, y estas diferencias diseñadas divinamente, cuando se entiende, hacen a un matrimonio más fuerte y feliz. Combinando lo más reciente en la investigación del cerebro junto con sus experiencias durante más de tres décadas de matrimonio y asesoramiento, el Dr. Walt y Barb Larimore explican cómo el diseño único de cada sexo, en particular el cerebro y hormonas singulares de cada uno, resultan en hábitos, tendencias y matices de pensamiento y acción diferentes.
Completamente tu: Descubre Cómo Encontrar la Plenitud
by Don BabinMuchos hemos oído de la promesa de Dios, de lo que el Señor nos ofrece a nosotros, sus creyentes: la vida. La vida en abundancia. Puedes ser consciente de ello y aún así tener dificultades tratando de alcanzar esa vida y la plenitud en el amor y la gracia de Dios. Puede que tengas miedos, preocupaciones y culpas que no dejan que hagas lo que Dios quiere. Sea lo que sea, este libro te ayudará a encontrar el camino hacia una relación plena con Dios creador. Esta es tu oportunidad para ser completamente tú, no te la pierdas.
Complete Circle Series: Hardcover Box Set
by Ted DekkerMore than a million readers have experienced the Circle series. Now, for the first time ever û and only for a limited time û they can dive deeper with a limited edition boxed set. Included in this special collectorÆs set is: DekkerÆs highly anticipated new novel Green New hardcover editions of Black, Red, and White - originally published in 2004 but long gone from shelves. Specially commissioned collectorÆs box to display this limited edition set Perfect for Christmas gift giving. This is a ômust haveö for the thousands of hardcore fans û as well as for the newer Dekker fans who now have a limited window to secure hardcover editions of the entire epic series.
Complete Circle Series: Hardcover Box Set
by Ted DekkerMore than a million readers have experienced the Circle series. Now, for the first time ever - and only for a limited time - they can dive deeper with a limited edition boxed set. Included in this special collector's set is: Dekker's highly anticipated new novel Green New hardcover editions of Black, Red, and White - originally published in 2004 but long gone from shelves. Specially commissioned collector's box to display this limited edition set Perfect for Christmas gift giving. This is a "must have" for the thousands of hardcore fans - as well as for the newer Dekker fans who now have a limited window to secure hardcover editions of the entire epic series.
Complete Enlightenment
by Master Sheng YenComplete Enlightenment is the first authoritative translation and commentary on The Sutra of Complete Enlightenment, a central text that shaped the development of East Asian Buddhism and Ch'an (Chinese Zen). The text is set in the form of a transcription of discussions between the Buddha and the twelve enlightened beings(bodhisattvas), who question him on all aspects of spiritual practice.This new translation preserves all the liveliness and nuance of the text in the original Chinese. The sutra's ancient wisdom is brought to life by the commentaries of Master Sheng Yen, one of the most revered living Buddhist masters in the Ch'an lineage. This is truly a manual for the spiritual journey toward complete enlightenment, providing the key to the deep, poetic, and practical meanings of the scripture.
Complete Jewish Bible
by David H. SternThe following quotations are taken from the back cover of the book: "The Complete Jewish Bible follows the Hebrew Bible order of the Tanakh's books, the order with which Yeshua (Jesus) was familiar"; "makes no separation between "Old" and 'New' Testaments'; "corrects mistranslations in the New Testament resulting from anti-Jewish theological bias"; "offers the original Hebrew names for people, places, and concepts. using easy-to-read English transliterations"; "focuses on Messianic prophecy"; and it "gives the traditional weekly and holiday synagogue readings, plus relevant readings from the B'rit Hadashah (New Testament)." The author hopes to "reconnects Christians with their Jewish roots and the Jewish people" and to "connects Jews with the Jewishness of Messiah Yeshua and Messianic faith." Besides the unique translation, the author gives "a comprehensive introduction, a pronouncing explanatory glossary, a reverse glossary and special maps to aid Bible understanding." In summary,: "The complete Jewish Bible shows that the Word of God, from Genesis to Revelation, is a unified Jewish book meant for everyone--Jew and non-Jew alike."
Complete Jewish Bible
by David H. SternA fresh English version of the Bible by David H. Stern with Updated Text with Introductions to Each Book You don’t have to be Jewish to LOVE the Complete Jewish Bible! Experience Yeshua's Jewish family history starting in Genesis! Engage in the Life of First Century Jewish and Gentile Believers! Enjoy a fresh version of the Bible that restores its original Jewish Historical and Cultural setting! Explore the Jewish Roots of the Christian Faith! Why is this Bible different from all other Bibles? Because it is the only English version fully Jewish in style and presentation. It includes Dr. Stern’s newly updated version of the Tanakh (“Old Testament”) and his highly acclaimed Jewish New Testament. The Complete Jewish Bible · follows the Hebrew Bible order of the Tanakh’s books, the order with which Yeshua (Jesus) was familiar · makes no separation between “Old” and “New” Testaments · clarifies misunderstandings by recognizing the Jewish historical/cultural background of the text · offers the original Hebrew names for people, places, and concepts, using easy-to-read English transliterations and pronunciations · focuses on Messianic prophecy · gives the traditional weekly and holiday synagogue readings, plus relevant readings from the B’rit Hadashah (New Testament) · reconnects Christians with their Jewish roots and the Jewish people · connects Jews with the Jewishness of Messiah Yeshua and Messianic faith Other features of this Bible: a comprehensive introduction, a pronouncing explanatory glossary, a reverse glossary, and special maps to aid in Bible understanding. The Complete Jewish Bible shows that the Word of God, from Genesis to Revelation, is a unified Jewish book meant for everyone — Jew and non-Jew alike.
Complete Jewish Bible: An English Version of the Tanakh (Old Testament) and B’rit Hadashah (New Testament)
by David H. SternThe only English translation that expresses the Bible's original and essential Jewishness from Genesis to Revelation. It reconnects Christians to their Jeiwsh roots and Jews to their Messiah.
Complete Marriage and Family Homes Reference Guide
by Dr James DobsonThe Complete Marriage and Family Home Reference Guide by Dr. James Dobson, America's most respected expert on marriage, parenting, and the family. This comprehensive, easy-to-access resource offers time-tested, biblical based information to help build healthy, God-honoring families.
Complete New Testament Greek: A Comprehensive Guide to Reading and Understanding New Testament Greek with Original Texts
by Gavin BettsDesigned for complete beginners, and tested for years with real learners, Complete New Testament Greek offers a bridge from the textbook to the real world, enabling you to learn the grammar, understand the vocabulary and ultimately how to translate the language in which the Bible was originally written. Structured around authentic material, placing an emphasis on the importance of reading Biblical texts in the original, and introducing both a grammar perspective and a full introduction to essential vocabulary, this course also features: -21 learning units plus maps and verb guide-Authentic materials - language taught through key texts-Teaches the key skills - reading and understanding Greek grammar and vocabulary-Self tests and learning activities - see and track your own progressRely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.
Complete New Testament Greek: A Comprehensive Guide to Reading and Understanding New Testament Greek with Original Texts
by Gavin BettsDesigned for complete beginners, and tested for years with real learners, Complete New Testament Greek offers a bridge from the textbook to the real world, enabling you to learn the grammar, understand the vocabulary and ultimately how to translate the language in which the Bible was originally written. Structured around authentic material, placing an emphasis on the importance of reading Biblical texts in the original, and introducing both a grammar perspective and a full introduction to essential vocabulary, this course also features: -21 learning units plus maps and verb guide-Authentic materials - language taught through key texts-Teaches the key skills - reading and understanding Greek grammar and vocabulary-Self tests and learning activities - see and track your own progressRely on Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.
Complete New Testament Greek: A Comprehensive Guide to Reading and Understanding New Testament Greek with Original Texts
by Gavin BettsDo you want to be able to read New Testament Greek with confidence? Find all the essential tools in this best-selling course from Teach Yourself - the No. 1 brand in language learning. Carefully structured units teach Greek from the New Testament right from the start, and topics of interest for New Testament studies are introduced as appropriate. This new edition makes learning fast and hassle-free, with an easy-to-read page design and extra exercises provided online at www.teachyourself.com/newtestamentgreek Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design and interactive features: NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.AUTHOR INSIGHTSLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.GRAMMAR TIPSEasy-to-follow building blocks to give you a clear understanding.USEFUL VOCABULARYEasy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for understanding.TEST YOURSELFTests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGEExtra online articles at: www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of New Testament Greek.
Complete New Testament Greek: A Comprehensive Guide to Reading and Understanding New Testament Greek with Original Texts (Teach Yourself Language Ser.)
by Gavin BettsDo you want to be able to read New Testament Greek with confidence? Find all the essential tools in this best-selling course from Teach Yourself - the No. 1 brand in language learning. Carefully structured units teach Greek from the New Testament right from the start, and topics of interest for New Testament studies are introduced as appropriate. This new edition makes learning fast and hassle-free, with an easy-to-read page design and extra exercises provided online at www.teachyourself.com/newtestamentgreek Learn effortlessly with a new easy-to-read page design and interactive features: NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.AUTHOR INSIGHTSLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.GRAMMAR TIPSEasy-to-follow building blocks to give you a clear understanding.USEFUL VOCABULARYEasy to find and learn, to build a solid foundation for understanding.TEST YOURSELFTests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGEExtra online articles at: www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of New Testament Greek.
Complete Nyingma Tradition from Sutra to Tantra, Books 15-17: The Essential Tantras of Mahayoga (The Complete Nyingma Tradition #3)
by Choying Tobden Dorje"The Complete Nyingma Tradition from Sutra to Tantra, a multivolume masterwork by the eighteenth-century tantric master Choying Tobden Dorje, traces the path of the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism from beginning to end. Books 15 to 17: The Essential Tantras of Mahayoga concerns the first of the three classes of highest, or inner, tantras. It presents the entire text of the Guhyagarbha Tantra, in Tibetan and English, together with one of its most important commentaries, Dispelling the Darkness of the Ten Directions, by the outstanding fourteenth-century master Longchen Rabjam. In addition, it presents the author's rewriting of Candragomin's inspirational Extensive Commentary on the Sublime Litany of the Names of Ma ju'r?, which correlates diverse aspects of Ma ju'r? to the five pristine cognitions. This product (Books 15 to 17) will be published as two volumes in a slipcase. "
Complete Poison Blossoms from a Thicket of Thorn: The Zen Records of Hakuin Ekaku
by Hakuin ZenjiFollowing his translation of just over half the original text in 2014, Norman Waddell presents the complete teaching record of Zen master Hakuin, now available in English with extensive explanations, notes, and even the wry, helpful comments that students attending Hakuin’s lectures inscribed in their copies of the textWith this volume, Norman Waddell completes his acclaimed translation of the teaching record of one of the greatest Zen masters of all time, Hakuin Ekaku (1685–1769). Hakuin lived at a time when Japanese Buddhism as a whole and his own Rinzai sect in particular were at low ebb. Through tremendous force of character and creative energy, he initiated a reform movement that swept the country, and today, all Rinzai Zen masters trace their lineage through him. This outcome is all the more extraordinary because Hakuin’s base of operations was a small temple in the country town of Hara, where he grew up, not in one of the nation's political, cultural, or commercial centers.This book represents the first full publication of the Keisō Dokuzui in any foreign language. Inspired by the enthusiastic reception that greeted his 2014 selections from the text, Waddell returned to work and now gives us the opportunity to examine the entirety of Hakuin's record and to benefit as never before from the example and instruction of this exuberant personality and remarkable teacher. Poison Blossoms contains a highly diverse set of materials: formal and informal presentations to monastic and lay disciples, poems, practice instructions, inscriptions for paintings, comments on koans, letters, and funeral orations. While most items are brief, easily read in a quick sitting, the book also includes extended commentaries on the Heart Sutra, one of Mahayana Buddhism’s central texts; on the famously difficult Five Ranks of Tung–shan; and on the accomplishments of his eminent predecessor Gudō Tōshoku.Having devoted himself for more than three decades to the study and translation of Hakuin's works, Norman Waddell is peerless when it comes to conveying into English the vital, sometimes elegant, often earthy voice of this outstanding teacher. His command of the subject enables Waddell to elucidate the vast array of idioms and images that Hakuin employed to enliven his poetry and prose—historical and mythological elements, street slang, doctrinal and cultural allusions that would otherwise place these writings beyond the grasp of anyone but a specialist. Waddell's five previous Hakuin translations, each important in its own right, can now be recognized as stepping stones to this towering achievement.
Complete Reiki: The All-in-One Reiki Manual for Deep Healing and Spiritual Growth
by Karen FrazierThe complete Reiki reference for a new generation of healersReiki exists in abundance all around us, and everyone can benefit from its warm, loving energy for balance and healing. Learn how to harness this spiritual power with Complete Reiki, the all-in-one Reiki resource for deep healing and spiritual growth.Think of this book as your wise Reiki teacher, guiding you through your Reiki journey to spread healing to others. This comprehensive guide features straightforward and inclusive training that's accessible and approachable by all, with informative illustrations and instruction that make this book perfect for Reiki students of any age or background.With Complete Reiki, you can:Learn the history—Modern Reiki is a mix of Japanese, Western, and nontraditional Reiki; this book will walk you through the history of the practice and its influential figures.Master all levels—Study the three levels of Reiki—First Degree, Second Degree, and Master-Teacher Reiki— and train from novice to adept.Explore illustrated guides—Find visual references for Reiki symbols, hand positions, and physical healing sequences to perform energy healing on yourself and others.The guidance you need is now all in one place, with a Reiki book that covers what any practitioner needs to know.
Complete Spiritual Doctrine of St. Therese of Lisieux
by Fr. François Jamart Walter Van De PutteOver a century ago, there lived a Carmelite nun, Thérèse of Lisieux. Although she was young and seemed to have no authority, she taught “a Little Way very straight and short” which would lead people to perfection. Others had declared that sanctity was hard to attain, but she said that it was easy. Thérèse maintained that in order to become holy, it was not necessary to engage in manifold practices, to perform rigorous penances, or to receive extraordinary graces. What was needed was simply that we acknowledge our “nothingness” and approach God with love and confidence. “Sanctity,” she proclaimed, “is an interior disposition which makes us humble and little in God’s arms, conscious of our weakness and trusting even to audacity in the goodness of our Father.”Thérèse did not reveal new truths, nor did she teach new means for attaining perfection. Her doctrine was not a revelation of a new kind of sanctity, but a new way of revealing sanctity to us. What she teaches flows from the knowledge of God as He is revealed in the Gospel; she invites us to return to evangelical simplicity. The Church has endorsed her doctrine at the highest level: in 1999, Pope John Paul II declared her a Doctor of the Church.In the Complete Spiritual Doctrine of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, he presents her teachings in their original beauty, simplicity, and practicality. According to the judgment of the Carmelite nuns of Lisieux, this work “represents the pure doctrine of Thérèse—without deviation.”Since this book first appeared in French in 1958 and in English in 1961, it has established itself as a classic. Although many fine studies on St. Thérèse have appeared in more recent years, the Complete Spiritual Doctrine of St. Thérèse of Lisieux is still an indispensable guide to the Little Way.
Complete Writings and Selected Correspondence of John Dickinson (The Complete Writings and Selected Correspondence of John Dickinson #1)
by John DickinsonThe Complete Writings and Selected Correspondence of John Dickinson, vol. 1 inaugurates a multivolume documentary edition that will, for the first time ever, provide the complete collection of everything Dickinson published on public affairs over the course of his life. The documents include essays, articles, broadsides, resolutions, petitions, declarations, constitutions, regulations, legislation, proclamations, songs and odes. Among them are many of the seminal state papers produced by the first national congresses and conventions. Also included are correspondences between Dickinson and some of the key figures of his era. This edition should raise Dickinson to his rightful place among America’s founding fathers, rivaled in reputation only by Benjamin Franklin before 1776. Dickinson was celebrated throughout the colonies, as well as in England and France, as the great American spokesman for liberty, and the documents in this edition evidence his tireless political work and unmatched corpus.
Complete Writings and Selected Correspondence of John Dickinson: Volume 3 (The Complete Writings and Selected Correspondence of John Dickinson #1)
by Jane E. CalvertDuring the years 1764 through 1766, John Dickinson became a leading figure in the Pennsylvania Assembly and in the growing American resistance to unjust British taxation. The documents in this volume show that, in both roles, he sought to protect the fundamental rights of ordinary Americans. In the 1764 Assembly, after working to punish those responsible for the slaughter of peaceful Indians, Dickinson challenged Benjamin Franklin and Joseph Galloway in their plan to abolish Pennsylvania’s unique Quaker constitution that secured liberty of conscience and place the colony under the control of the Crown. Then, in 1765, he served as primary draftsman at the Stamp Act Congress in New York, producing the first official American documents of the Revolutionary Era. In his private capacity, Dickinson continued to write through 1765 and 1766, publishing, among other documents, the first practical advice to Americans on how to resist Great Britain. The present volume also contains draft legislation, fascinating case notes from his legal practice, and personal correspondence.
Completely Blessed: Discovering God's Extraordinary Gifts (Loving Jesus Without Limits)
by Shannon EthridgeUnwrap the gifts Jesus has chosen especially for you.During His time on earth, Jesus transformed countless lives with a simple touch or a few compelling words. Those who chose to accept His gifts found their lives forever changed, forever marked by hope.Incredibly, He offers to touch you today in the same breathtaking, life-altering ways. Through this fresh look at the miracles, parables, and daily life of Christ, you'll discover the gifts that are yours for the taking: power to resurrect your hopes and dreams, strength to conquer temptation, an intimate union with God, and the promise of a meaningful life. As you learn to recognize each of His amazing gifts, you'll find that Jesus has provided exactly what you need to live the life you long for.This companion devotional to Completely His directs your gaze into the heart of God through the truths revealed in His love letter, the Bible. Each reading includes introspective questions to help you apply those truths in a personal way, propelling you into a more fulfilling life of passion, purpose, and genuine intimacy with Jesus.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Completely Forgiven: Responding to God's Transforming Grace (Loving Jesus Without Limits)
by Shannon EthridgeDoes the abundant life Jesus promised seem like a distant dream, something that will always remain just out of your grasp? Do you wrestle with a sense of inadequacy, wondering how God could possibly use someone like you? Let this encouraging devotional serve as a daily reminder that God delights in using imperfect people to accomplish His perfect will. Packed with biblical insights and inspiration, Completely Forgiven looks at the biblical stories of people who plumb the depths of God’s mercy and demonstrate His willingness to create beauty out of the ashes of our sorrows and regrets. You’ll gain a new vision of purpose and shed any sense of unworthiness as you daily allow God to clothe you in his unfailing goodness. This companion devotional to Completely His directs your gaze into the heart of God through the truths revealed in His love letter, the Bible. Each reading includes introspective questions to help you apply those truths in a personal way, propelling you into a more fulfilling life of passion, purpose, and genuine intimacy with Jesus.