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Alone in Marriage: Encouragement for the Times When It's All Up to You
by Susie LarsonBooks abound for those whose marriages are crumbling or have ended. But what about those marriages committed "'til death do us part" and yet are going through a period of time when one spouse is carrying the burden? What happens to a woman when marriage gets heavy and she gets weary? Often, when a woman ends up carrying the weight of the marriage (due to her husband's health, choices, workload, etc.), her tendency is to "get out or check out." She may consider her husband's distraction an opportunity to do her own thing. But is there a better way to walk through this season? Even thrive?Susie Larson stands in as an encouraging friend, walking with you, helping you to discern how anxiety and anger will slow you down; and how loneliness and disappointment can actually refine and bless you. You will be challenged and inspired as you wrap your arms around this time and remember that God has His arms around you.
Alone in Marriage: Encouragement for the Times When It's All Up to You
by Susie LarsonBooks abound for those whose marriages are crumbling or have ended. But what about those marriages committed "'til death do us part" and yet are going through a period of time when one spouse is carrying the burden? What happens to a woman when marriage gets heavy and she gets weary? Often, when a woman ends up carrying the weight of the marriage (due to her husband's health, choices, workload, etc.), her tendency is to "get out or check out." She may consider her husband's distraction an opportunity to do her own thing. But is there a better way to walk through this season? Even thrive?Susie Larson stands in as an encouraging friend, walking with you, helping you to discern how anxiety and anger will slow you down; and how loneliness and disappointment can actually refine and bless you. You will be challenged and inspired as you wrap your arms around this time and remember that God has His arms around you.
Alone in Plain Sight: Searching for Connection When You're Seen but Not Known
by Ben HigginsAre you tired of people knowing who you are but no one really knowing you?As the star of the twentieth season of The Bachelor, Ben Higgins looked like he had it all together. Instead, Ben felt dissatisfied, fearful, and deeply alone. Like so many of us, he thought of himself as the kid who never got picked for the game, the person always on the outside of the joke, the friend who knew a lot of people but was never truly known. He wondered if he mattered at all.In Alone in Plain Sight, Ben vulnerably shares how he found authentic connection with himself, with others, and with God. As Ben helps us name our own yearning for meaning, he exploresways to understand ourselves more deeply so that we are free to connect with others;how shared pain can bridge even the widest gaps between two very different people; why we must deconstruct our culture&’s fairy-tale view of love; andhow the God who longs for relationship with us is the answer to our need for connection.As Ben discovered, in a disconnected world, it is still possible to have lasting purpose and peace. You are already known. You are already loved. You are already seen. Discover how to live out how much you matter as you embrace the true meaning of your one incredible life.
Alone With God
by John Macarthur Jr.For over 30 years trusted pastor and teacher John MacArthur, Jr. has delivered practical, Biblical insights for helping Christians grow in their own journey of faith. Now David C Cook is offering the very best of John MacArthur Jr.'s Christian living titles in a repackaged and revised format. Based on the timeless originals, these new editions feature a fresh look and study guides for both personal and group reflection, all centered on topics and issues that matter most to believers.We all know that spending time with God is essential to an intimate, growing relationship with Him. Yet many of us struggle to make prayer a consistent, dedicated part of our daily lives. Alone with God offers powerful encouragement for anyone longing for a deeper, richer time of prayer. Here John MacArthur turns to the perfect mentor on prayer, Jesus Christ, as he explores the profound insights found in the Lord's Prayer.
Alone With Others: An Existential Approach to Buddhism
by Stephen BatchelorThe author of Buddhism Without Beliefs bridges the gap between Western and Eastern philosophy with this humanist approach to Buddhism. This uniquely contemporary guide to understanding the timeless message of Buddhism, and in particular its relevance in actual human relations, was inspired by Shantideva’s Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way Of Life, which the author translated into English, the oral instructions of living Buddhist masters, Heidegger’s classic Being and Time, and the writings of the Christian theologians Paul Tillich and John MacQuarrie. “The text is written with unusual clarity of style, making difficult matters readily accessible . . . It fills a serious gap in the dialogue between East and West, and does so in the most sensitive, most intelligent, and most careful way . . . Batchelor’s strategy—to use the Western disciplines in order to make Buddhism accessible to the Westerner—is, I think, highly successful. The book makes a fine introduction.” —David Michael Levin, Department of Philosophy, Northwestern University “Magnificent-inspiring! . . . This excellent book has come to me personally as an illuminating text, despite my close on sixty years’ concern with Buddhism . . . [Batchelor’s] approach is likely to appeal to many categories of readers who have hitherto never considered Buddhism as having great relevance to themselves.” —John Blofeld, from the Foreword
Alone Yet Not Alone: 9780310700074
by Tracy Leininger CravenAutumn of 1755 bestowed to the Leiningers&’ world, not only its rich beauties, but also a rewarding harvest. On this particular day the whole valley seemed to rejoice in the fullness of the season—but suddenly Barbara and Regina&’s peaceful frontier life is changed forever. General Braddock and his army had been defeated and soon the Pennsylvania settlers would suffer the bloody effects of the French and Indian War. On October 16, 1755, a band of Indians, led by Allegheny warriors, stormed through Buffalo Valley, burned the Leiningers&’ log cabin, and captured the sisters. Few survived the Penn&’s Creek Massacre and even fewer lived to tell the story. Regina makes a promise to her older sister just before they are unwillingly separated—each to endure different fates. Barbara is taken deep into the wilderness, but holds on to the hope that she will find her little sister. Though she is adopted into the Indian tribe, there is a longing deep inside that cannot be denied. She must escape—but the penalty if caught is certain death. No one expresses Barbara&’s apprehensions better than her own words, written in 1759: &“If one could not believe that there is a God, who helps and saves from death, one had better let running away alone...The extreme probability that the Indians would pursue and recapture us, was two to one compared with the dim hope that, perhaps, we would get through...even if we did escape the Indians, how would we ever succeed in passing through the wilderness, unacquainted with a single path or trail…"
Along Came Jones
by Linda WindsorDiana Wells lost track of God in her hard-earned quest for success in the New York advertising world. Now she's accused of embezzlement, fleeing for her life with nowhere else to turn. When trail outfitter Shepherd Jones runs Diana's car off the road, the ex -- U.S. Marshal isn't sure what to make of his comely stray. Instinct says this duchess of disaster is on the run and needs help -- a girl like her can't last long in the forsaken outpost of Buffalo Butte. But is Shep willing to risk his life and his heart to offer her the same refuge God once provided him? (From the Trade Paperback edition.)
Along Came Love
by Carrie TuranskyAfter years of hiding from her past, single mom Lauren Woodman had finally returned to her Vermont hometown with her young son in tow. Reconnecting with her family and friends was Lauren's goal, until a snowstorm brought a mysterious stranger to town-and into her life. Wes Evans was struggling to find the path to God's love and forgiveness, after his work as a missionary in the Middle East made him question his calling. But his search for redemption threatened to hurt the one person who could heal his heart and soul. . . ;.
Along Came You
by Karona DrummondWhat happens when the pleasures of a tidy, carefully decorated home are traded for the excitement of high chairs and noisy toys? When quiet evenings and carefully planned schedules are traded for busy days and crazy nights? What happens when the desire to experience joy is replaced with the desire that another would experience joy? Karona Drummond weaves images of life before kids with life after kids. Children will delight in this love song written to them about the joyful change they bring about and how the loving sacrifices of their parents transform a simple life into an abundant life. This book is a truly a touching glimpse and a warm reminder of the parent heart of God.
Along Highways and Hedges
by Hedy DurksenFor many years the Wiebes have shared their mission experience and outreach vision at conferences, in church circles and in private conversations. Both Joe and Marie have a way of verbalizing their personal faith which has placed them in great demand as speakers. Their authentic and genuine stories and reports have inspired and motivated many an audience. Now these experiences are available in this book. You will be delighted and encouraged as the life story of Joe and Marie unfolds on these pages. Unfortunately only a superficial treatment is possible within the limitations of a book this size. The writing of this book was initiated by the Home Missions Committee of the Manitoba Mennonite Brethren Conference in recognition of the many years of faithful and devoted ministry of the Wiebes. The prayer of the Committee is that this book will stimulate readers to a deeper faith in God and that the Wiebe's exemplary life of service may inspire others to do likewise. The Committee is particularly grateful to the Wiebes for agreeing to have this book written. We appreciate the many hours that have gone into preparation, planning and research by Joe and Marie. It is the conviction of the Committee that a lifetime of such notable service unto God deserves to be highlighted. The resourcefulness of Joe and Marie and the richness of their experiences along with their fulfilled and fruitful ministry of many years make them a suitable choice for a missionary biography. You will find yourself loving the Wiebes in a unique way as you read the book. The author, Mrs. Hedy Durksen must be complimented for capturing and portraying so well the true character and spirit of Joe and Marie. Hedy has a style of writing that is vivid and picturesque. She lets the reader enter into this true life story in a way that makes one actually feel a part of the joys and sorrows as experienced by the Wiebe family. The author demonstrates a particular skill in presenting to the reader a family so richly blessed and yet so down to earth. In the words of Joe and Marie, the purpose of this book is essentially the same as the purpose of their life, to honor the name of Jesus. It is further to be a record of God's faithfulness in giving daily guidance, performing miracles, supplying needs, and giving strength in times of hardship, tests and trials. Joe and Marie would like this book to be a challenge and encouragement to fellow workers and for those who want to go into the ministry, to arouse a vision and desire within Christians to do more personal witnessing and evangelism, to encourage uncommitted readers to put their faith in Jesus Christ as their Savior and Lord. We also recognize and appreciate the helpfulness of all those who have been involved in supplying background information to the author and for those who have assisted in the preparation of the manuscript. Particular mention must be made of the Committee members who must be credited for their ongoing concern to remember and preserve the experiences of our present day faith heroes. It has been largely through their efforts that this book has been published. In conclusion I want to express my personal delight in seeing this book printed. It has been my privilege to work together with the Joe Wiebes for many years. Their life and faith has been an inspiration to us as a family on many occasions. I consider it a real honor to have been asked to write the foreword for a book about such special people. We thank God for them and wish them God's best. James Nikkei, Missions Field Director, August, 1977
Along the Red Road (The Wisdomkeeper Collection #2)
by John WisdomkeeperAlong the Red Road is the personal story of a Metis man, who gave up the drugs and alcohol that were destroying his life and began to follow the road to sobriety. These stories represent the author`s personal experiences and interpretations as he traveled the Red Road and searched for the connection between himself, the Creator, his ancestors and his ancestral origins. With no familial connections in the real world John Wisdomkeeper journeyed into the Spirit World where he met Grandfather who became his mentor and teacher. These stories are from his own experiences and represent his personal interpretation of life on the Red Road
Along the Way: The Life, Lessons, and Legacy of Father Hugh F. Crean
by Mark S. StelzerAppealing to both the person in the pew and professional minister, Along the Way: The Life, Lessons, and Legacy of Father Hugh F. Crean explores the legacy of Vatican II (1962-1965) and its unfinished agenda. Written by a diverse group of contributors, including noted Church historian David O&’Brien and sociologist Mary Johnson, SNDdeN, the essays included in Along the Way challenge readers to reconsider the essence and form of priesthood, religious life, and ministry while pointing to themes Crean delivered throughout his 53 years of ministry. The book was prepared under the auspices of the Saint Augustine Center for Ethics, Religion, and Culture at the College of Our Lady of the Elms in Chicopee, Massachusetts, where Crean served as a faculty member.
Along the Way
by Trudy Cathy WhiteThere are three things we must do to prepare ourselves to be more Christlike: prepare our minds; prepare our hearts; and prepare our hands. Are you ready?Along the Way is the inspiring true story of Trudy Cathy White from her childhood to adulthood, her years in Brazil as a missionary, and the many lessons she&’s learned &“along the way.&” Through a series of devotionals, Trudy invites the reader to grow in their own Christian faith and in their personal relationship with Jesus. Her sweet spirit shines through the pages of this heartwarming (and often funny) book. Ultimately, Trudy&’s challenge to readers is to spend a few minutes each day preparing one&’s mind, heart, and hands for what God has in store. He is with us in the journey, and longs to pour out untold blessings as we travel together … along the way.
Alongside: A Practical Guide for Loving Your Neighbor in their Time of Trial
by Sarah Beckman&“Alongside provides valuable insight and practical approaches to caring for those who need it most.&” —Michael Hyatt, New York Times–bestselling author Whether it&’s cancer, death of a loved one, long-term illness, or another significant challenge, we all know someone facing trial. We wonder, &“What can I do to help?&” Filled with practical tools, personal experience, and insights from those who&’ve faced hardship, Sarah Beckman delicately weaves together action and inspiration to create this comprehensive resource. Alongside will become your trusted guidebook so you&’ll know exactly how to bring life-giving help, hope, and encouragement to people you care about in their greatest time of need. &“This readable, practical guide provides concrete actions for talking (or not) and acting to aid another person who is in distress . . . useful to readers of all faiths . . . This book will be of great value to readers who are struggling to help others in difficult times.&” —Publishers Weekly &“Alongside is equal parts practicality, encouragement, and challenge—and desperately needed! All I can say is I wish I&’d had it earlier, I will refer to it often, and I will share it every chance I get.&” —Keith Ferrin, author of The Expert Interviews &“Sometimes all it takes to make a huge impact on someone&’s life is simply to be present. Kudos to Sarah Beckman for addressing a very important issue which we will all encounter at some point in our lives.&” —Joanne Fairchild Miller, author of Creating a Haven of Peace
Aloof
by Tony Kriz"God, are you there?" is a near universal cry of the human heart.We have all longed for God to be tangible. Some might sway to worship music, others go on missions, others fast from food. The universal quest is to feel the divine . . . and yet the divine seems aloof, even shy. In this narrative-driven book, Tony Kriz leads the reader on a journey of "orchestrated epiphanies" along the eternal quest to tangibly encounter God, including the unpredictable moments that give us hope, and even more so, the long gaps between those moments that challenge our faith.Written in an authentic, conversational style,Aloof is easily accessible to those who don't know much about the Bible, yet the message is still theologically informed and culturally relevant. This book will help you process how God acts uniquely towards us, depending upon each stage of life. The chapters include contemporary real-life stories that normalize the experience of an often hidden God, while also aiding the reader to acknowledge the very real moments (rare though they may be) when God has shown up in a tangible way.
The Alpha Enterprise: Evangelism in a Post-Christian Era
by Stephen HuntThe Alpha Enterprise explores the development, growth and impact of the most widely used evangelising programme of recent decades. The Alpha course is run in over seven thousand churches in the UK and over five thousand in the USA. Across the world some four million people have graduated through the course in over 80 countries. Alpha is truly the fastest growing evangelising initiative, creating widespread support as well as stirring strong criticism. Stephen Hunt critically examines the content and working philosophy of the Alpha course through the experiences of the churches that have run it, as well as the individuals who have experienced it first hand. Hunt charts the history of the programme, its use of group dynamics and media, how it links with the charismatic movement, how it deals with issues such as homosexuality, how it is run not only in churches but in prisons and universities too, and concludes by measuring Alpha's impact and success. Engaging with debates regarding postmodernity, globalisation, McDonaldisation, consumerism, and secularisation, and based on real-life surveys, The Alpha Enterprise sheds new light not only on evangelism but on contemporary Christianity in general and how it engages with a post-Christian culture.
Alpha God
by Hector A. GarciaThis book uses evolutionary psychology as a lens to explain religious violence and oppression. The author, a clinical psychologist, examines religious scriptures, rituals, and canon law, highlighting the many ways in which our evolutionary legacy has shaped the development of religion and continues to profoundly influence its expression. The book focuses on the image of God as the dominant male in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This traditional God concept is seen as a reflection of the "dominant ape" paradigm so evident in the hierarchical social structures of primates, with whom we have a strong genetic connection.The author describes the main features of male-dominated primate social hierarchies-- specifically, the role of the alpha male as the protector of the group; his sexual dominance and use of violence and oppression to attain food, females, and territory; in-group altruism vs. out-group hostility (us vs. them); and displays of dominance and submission to establish roles within the social hierarchy. The parallels between these features of primate society and human religious rituals and concepts make it clear that religion, especially its oppressive and violent tendencies, is rooted in the deep evolutionary past.This incisive analysis goes a long way toward explaining the historic and ongoing violence committed in the name of religion.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Alpha Guide: Why Am I Here?
by AlphaThe Alpha Guide is a companion to either the Alpha Film Series or Alpha with Nicky Gumbel. This guide is divided up by session with an easy-to-read outline so that guests can follow along during each talk. With simple bullet-point organization and plenty of room for notes, the guide functions as an invaluable resource to the guest during Alpha, and as a reference tool for individual reflection long after Alpha. It is considered an essential resource for Alpha guests as well as the host and helpers on Alpha.Alpha creates an environment of hospitality where people can bring their friends, family, and work colleagues to explore the Christian faith, ask questions, and share their point of view. Alpha makes it easy to invite friends to have spiritual conversations which explore life's biggest questions in a safe and respectful way.Alpha's approach to hospitality, faith, and discussion is designed to welcome everyone, especially those who might not describe themselves as Christians or church-goers. Each session includes time for a large group meal, short teaching, and small group discussion.
Alpha Team Guide
by AlphaThe Alpha Team Guide is recommended for Alpha small group hosts and helpers. It includes notes for the two required team training sessions on how to lead an Alpha small group, and how to lead prayer ministry, that can be found online or on either the Alpha Film Series DVD or Alpha with Nicky Gumbel DVD. It also provides weekly key concept summary and suggested questions to help guide the discussion time for each session of Alpha.Alpha creates an environment of hospitality where people can bring their friends, family and work colleagues to explore the Christian faith, ask questions, and share their point of view. Alpha makes it easy to invite friends to have spiritual conversations which explore life's biggest questions in a safe and respectful way.Alpha’s approach to hospitality, faith, and discussion is designed to welcome everyone, especially those who might not describe themselves as Christians or church-goers. Each session includes time for a large group meal, short teaching, and small group discussion.
The Alphabet in the Park: Selected Poems (Wesleyan Poetry in Translation)
by Adélia PradoPoetry that eloquently concentrates on the spiritual and physical lives of women. This is the first book published in English by of the work of Brazilian poet Adélia Prado. Incorporating poems published over the past fifteen years, The Alphabet in the Park is a book of passion and intelligence, wit and instinct. These are poems about human concerns, especially those of women, about living in one&’s body and out of it, about the physical but also the spiritual and the imaginative life. Prado also writes about ordinary matters; she insists that the human experience is both mystical and carnal. To Prado these are not contradictory: &“It&’s the soul that&’s erotic,&” she writes. As Ellen Watson says in her introduction, &;“Adélia Prados poetry is a poetry of abundance. These poems overflow with the humble, grand, various stuff of daily life—necklaces, bicycles, fish; saints and prostitutes and presidents; innumerable chickens and musical instruments. And, seemingly at every turn, there is food.&” But also, an abundance of dark things, cancer, death, greed. These are poems of appetite, all kinds.
The Alphabet of Grace
by Frederick BuechnerWith characteristic eloquence and insight, Buechner presents a three-part series of reflections that probe, through the course of one day, the innermost mysteries of life. Blending an artist's eye for natureal beauty, the true meaning of human encounters, and the significance of occurances (momentous or seemly trival), with a wealth of personal, literacy, biblical, and spiritual insights, he offers a matchless opportunity for readers to discover the hidden wisdom that can be gleaned through a heightened experience of daily life.
The Alphabet of Grief: Words to Help in Times of Sorrow
by Andrea Raynor“I chose each word in this book based on the countless hours I have spent with grieving people. Not only have they have shared with me the pain of loss but they have taught me about the daunting and sometimes mysterious journey of living.” —Andrea Raynor, The Alphabet of GriefChaplain and spiritual counselor Andrea Raynor knows that when the funeral service is over, the friends leave, and the house grows quiet, grief can be overwhelming. In The Alphabet of Grief, she uses the letters of the alphabet as starting points for simple reflections on loss and hope. Each chapter concludes with a meditation and an affirmation—something to do and something to believe. You are not alone. Find spiritual companionship in these brief but powerful thoughts on the sacred journey of grief.
La alquimia de tus sueños
by Athena LazDesbloquea el poder de tus sueños para que estos te guíen en el viaje del autodescubrimiento y el crecimiento personal. Aproximadamente un tercio de nuestra vida la pasamos dormidos. Sabemos que el sueño es vital para el descanso y el rejuvenecimiento, pero ¿y si este tiempo pudiera usarse para algo más?, ¿qué pasaría si nuestros sueños realmente nos están diciendo algo? La psicóloga y experta en sueños Athena Laz ha dedicado su carrera a descubrir la sabiduría de nuestros sueños y a revolucionar lo que significa estar en contacto con nosotros mismos y el universo. Repleto de ejercicios e instrucciones paso a paso, La alquimia de tus sueños enseña a los lectores a interpretar el mundo onírico para lograr más durante la vida en vigilia. Desde un mejor bienestar mental hasta una mayor espiritualidad, este innovador libro proporciona una hoja de ruta para descifrar tus sueños, reavivar la conexión con tu mente inconsciente y subconsciente a través de ellos, comprender las figuras y los símbolos específicos de los sueños que aparecen en tus sueños, explorar el mundo de la conciencia y obtener claridad sobre quién eres realmente.