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Men, Masculinities and Religious Change in Twentieth-Century Britain
by Lucy Delap Sue MorganCharting the growing religious pluralism of British society, this book investigates the diverse formations of masculinity within and across specific religions, regions and immigrant communities. Contributors look beyond conventional realms of worship to examine men's diverse religious cultures in a variety of contexts.
Men, Masculinity and Contemporary Dating
by Chris HaywoodAt a time when traditional dating practices are being replaced with new ways to meet potential partners, this book provides fresh insights into how are men responding to new ways of dating. Drawing upon original research, this book examines a wide range of contemporary dating practices that includes speed dating, holiday romances, use of dating apps, online sex seeking and dogging. It reveals the ways in which men draw upon traditional models of masculinity to negotiate these changes; but also, the extent to which men are responding by elaborating new masculinities. Through an investigation of the dynamics of heterosexuality and masculinity, this book highlights the importance attached to authenticity, and the increasing marketization and commodification of dating. It argues that in a post-truth world, men must also come to terms with a post-trust dating landscape. Combining rich empirical material with keen theoretical analysis, this innovative work will have interdisciplinary appeal for students and scholars of sociology, media studies, cultural studies, and gender studies.
Men of Courage: God’s Call to Move Beyond the Silence of Adam
by Al Andrews Don Michael Hudson Larry CrabbMen today have locked horns with their toughest issue: reclaiming the full potential of manhood. Bestselling author Dr. Larry Crabb asks, What gives manhood definition and meaning? In this updated and expanded edition of The Silence of Adam, Crabb and his colleagues, biblical scholar Don Hudson and counselor Al Andrews, offer a fresh look at how God designed men. The book deals thoughtfully and honestly with men's ongoing struggles and exposes the difficulties they have in relationships. It presents the rich calling men have to reveal God in ways uniquely masculine. And it summons them beyond their paralyzing fear of failure to bold risk-taking, courageous action, deep spirituality, and full-hearted living. This new edition includes: Epilogue from Dr. Larry Crabb Study Guide (Individual or Group Format Use)
Men of God: Mendicant Orders in Colonial Mexico (Confluencias)
by Asunción LavrinA broadly researched cultural history, Men of God offers a path to understanding the concept of religious masculinity through an intimate approach to the study of friars and lay brothers in colonial Mexico. Though other scholars have focused on the missionary work of the Augustinian, Franciscan, and Dominican friars, few have addressed their everyday lives and how the internal discipline of their orders shaped them. In Men of God Asunción Lavrin offers a sweeping yet intimate history of the mendicant friars in New Spain from the late sixteenth through the eighteenth centuries. Focusing on these individuals&’ lives from childhood through death, Lavrin explores contemporaneous ideas, from how to raise a boy to the friars&’ training as novices, and the similarities and differences in the life experiences of lay brothers and ordained members. She discusses their sexuality to reveal the challenges and failures of religious manhood, as well as the drive behind their missionary duties, especially in the late seventeenth through the eighteenth centuries. Men of God also explores the concepts and realities of martyrdom and death, significant elements in the spirituality of the mendicant friars of colonial Mexico.
Men of Influence: The Transformational Impact of Godly Mentors
by Bill Hendricks Howard HendricksWere it not for ____________, I wouldn&’t be who I am todayMen have a way of rubbing off on one another—for better or worse. You will be influenced and you will influence, especially when you have regular one-on-one interactions with another man. Be intentional and become the man God made you to be, while learning to change other men&’s lives for the better. Men of Influence teaches you the importance of mentoring, how to find a good mentor, and what you can offer others as a mentor (even if you don&’t feel qualified). Learn: how to approach a mentor without scaring him off what to expect at the beginning, middle, and end of a mentoring relationshipwhat you have to offer to another man People change one person at a time. Realize your full potential and help others do the same through the simple practice of mentoring.
Men of Influence: The Transformational Impact of Godly Mentors
by Bill Hendricks Howard HendricksWere it not for ____________, I wouldn&’t be who I am todayMen have a way of rubbing off on one another—for better or worse. You will be influenced and you will influence, especially when you have regular one-on-one interactions with another man. Be intentional and become the man God made you to be, while learning to change other men&’s lives for the better. Men of Influence teaches you the importance of mentoring, how to find a good mentor, and what you can offer others as a mentor (even if you don&’t feel qualified). Learn: how to approach a mentor without scaring him off what to expect at the beginning, middle, and end of a mentoring relationshipwhat you have to offer to another man People change one person at a time. Realize your full potential and help others do the same through the simple practice of mentoring.
Men of Integrity: A Daily Guide to the Bible and Prayer
by Men Of IntegrityDrawing on the themes of the Promise Keepers movement, this daily devotional guide brings compelling stories, timely quotes, practical help, and personal challenges together in an easy-to-read, easy to apply format. Weekly themes include: honoring Christ, sexual purity, meaningful work, handling anger, making wise decisions, self-discipline, and much more. The devotionals are drawn from diverse sources and feature such names as Billy Graham, Gary Smalley, John Trent, Luis Palau, Stuart Briscoe, Phillip Yancey, C.S. Lewis-along with hundreds of other writers and pastors, athletes and administrators, businessmen and entrepreneurs, and anonymous Promise Keepers from every possible walk of life.
Men of Science Men of God
by Dr Henry M. MorrisOne of the most serious fallacies today is the belief that genuine scientists cannot believe the Bible. THE TRUTH IS that many of the major scientific contributions were made by scientists who were dedicated men of God. In Men of Science, Men of God, Dr. Henry Morris presents 101 biographies which include Christian testimonies of scientists who believed in the Bible and in a personal Creator God . . . scientists who were pioneers and "founding fathers" of modern scientific disciplines. "This is a must for every Christian library, and should be required reading for students." - Baptist Bulletin Dr. Henry M. Morris is the father of modern Creation science, the founder of Institute for Creation Research (ICR) and the author of many well-known apologetic books. His thriving legacy continues to equip Christians to be able to defend the accuracy and authority of Scripture today.
Men of Science, Men of God: Great Scientists Who Believed the Bible (The Henry Morris Signature Collection)
by Henry MorrisScientists choose whether they will believer God's word or discount it. Explore over 101 biographies of groundbreaking, influential scientists with their Christian testimonies See how the belief in a Creator inspired the earliest explorations of science and still impacts the work of Bible-believing scientists todayScience and faith are often considered incompatible in the academic world today. One is seen as representing truth, while the other is viewed as fanciful according to the skeptical, science-centered culture. But the reality is that thousands of scientists, in fact, many of science’s greatest “founding fathers,” believed openly in God as they worked and studied His created world. Learn how their discoveries led them to even greater depths of faith and how their beliefs influenced and inspired their work.There is nothing in science that can ever prove that God does not exist and, therefore, no way that science can disprove Creation. For so many in the past, the answer was that their faith was inseparable from their science, a powerful point to encourage believers and challenge the skeptics.
Men of Sunday: How Faith Guides the Players, Coaches, and Wives of the NFL
by Curtis EichelbergerStep into the locker rooms and living rooms of NFL players and their families to see how a close relationship with God guides football's biggest stars.In a behind-the-scenes, off-the-field glimpse into one of America's most beloved sports, Men of Sunday reveals how Sunday's greatest rely on God to face issues such as drug abuse, family crisis, injuries, and temptations resulting from fame and fortune.Compiled from dozens of interviews, Men of Sunday marks the intersection of two Sunday traditions: faith and football. Inspired by the league's "systemic shift" toward embracing Christianity, Bloomberg writer Curtis Eichelberger shows how God is a source of comfort when facing the unique challenges of life in the NFL and the everyday challenges of maintaining strong families and building character.Featured personalities include Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray LewisNew York Jets running back LaDainian TomlinsonGreen Bay Packers quarterback Aaron RodgersFormer Chicago Bears middle linebacker Mike SingletaryCincinnati Bengals coach Marvin LewisFormer Indianapolis Colts coach Tony DungySan Diego Chargers pastor Shawn MitchellDanisha Rolle, wife of former Tennessee and Baltimore defensive back Samari RolleAnd many moreMen of Sunday is a must-have for any football fan, teaching the invaluable lesson of trusting in the Lord--both on and off the field.
The Men of Texas Rangers Bundle, Saving Hope, Shattered Silence & Scorned Justice - eBook [ePub]
by Shelley GrayThis bundle contains Saving Hope, Shattered Silence, Scorned Justice. Saving Hope When a teenager goes missing from the Beacon of Hope School, Texas Ranger Wyatt Sheridan and school director Kate Winslow are forced into a dangerous struggle against a human trafficking organization. But the battle brings dire consequences as Wyatt's daughter is terrorized and Kate is kidnapped. Now it's personal, and Wyatt finds both his faith and investigative skills challenged as he fights to discover the mastermind behind the ring before evil destroys everyone he loves. Shattered Silence A serial killer is targeting illegal aliens in southern Texas. Texas Ranger Cody Jackson is paired with a local police officer, Liliana Rodriguez, to investigate the murders. As Cody and Liliana race to discover who is behind the murders and bring peace to the area, what they uncover isn't what they expected. Will Cody and Liliana's faith and love be strong enough to survive the storm of violence? Scorned Justice Texas Ranger Brody Calhoun is with his parents in west Texas when an unexpected attack injures the brother of Rebecca Morgan, Brody's high school sweetheart. The local sheriff, a good friend, asks for Brody's help. At first, it seems like an open-and-shut case. But as Brody digs deeper, he realizes the attack may be related to an organized crime trial Rebecca will be overseeing... one that puts Rebecca directly in the line of fire. Brody expects to protect her. But he never expects to fall for Rebecca all over again.
Men of the Bible (The Smart Guide to the Bible Series)
by Larry MillerBe Mentored by the Most Powerful Men of the BibleGod had a purpose for each man in the Bible-and He has a purpose for you. The Smart Guide to the Bible: Men of the Bible leads you to a more intimate relationship with the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, of Paul, Peter, and, of course, Jesus, who was Very God and Very Man.Through the struggles and temptations of these and others, you'll discover the blessings and strength of being a man of God today.Be Smart About:Jesus, Very God & Very ManMen of StrengthMen of HumilityMen after God's Own HeartMen of FaithMen Who Were RestoredMen of DestinyAnd More!
Men of the Bible: Abraham, Moses, Naaman, Nehemiah, Herod, John the Baptist, The Man Born Blind, Joseph of Arimathea, The Penitent Thief (Colportage Library #71)
by Dwight L. MoodyIn this classic book written just before the turn of the century, Moody details the lives of Abraham, Moses, Naaman, Nehemiah, Herod, John the Baptist, the man born blind, Joseph of Arimathea, and the penitent thief. He tells each man's story in a way that connects their lives with ours. See how God uses people for His glory and our good!
Men of the Bible: Abraham, Moses, Naaman, Nehemiah, Herod, John the Baptist, The Man Born Blind, Joseph of Arimathea, The Penitent Thief (Colportage Library #71)
by Dwight L. MoodyIn this classic book written just before the turn of the century, Moody details the lives of Abraham, Moses, Naaman, Nehemiah, Herod, John the Baptist, the man born blind, Joseph of Arimathea, and the penitent thief. He tells each man's story in a way that connects their lives with ours. See how God uses people for His glory and our good!
Men of the Bible: A One-Year Devotional Study of Men in Scripture
by Ann Spangler Robert WolgemuthMen of the Bible takes a close-up look at fifty-two men in Scripture—complex flesh-and-blood characters whose strengths and weaknesses often seem strangely similar to our own. Heroes and villains, sinners and prophets, commoners and kings . . . their dramatic life stories provide us with fresh perspective on the unfolding story of redemption. Though our culture differs vastly from theirs, the fundamental issues we face in relation to God and the world remain the same. We still reach for great dreams and selfish ambitions. We wrestle with fear and indecision, struggle with sexual temptation, and experience the ache of loneliness and the devastation of betrayal. And, like many of these men, we long to walk more closely with the God who calls us into an intimate relationship with himself and who enables us to fulfill his purpose for our lives. Men of the Bible offers men and women today a unique devotional experience that combines five elements. Each week becomes a personal retreat focused on the life of a particular man: Monday: His Story—a narrative retelling of the biblical story Tuesday: A Look at the Man—focusing on the heart of the man and how his story connects with your own life Wednesday: His Legacy in Scripture—a Bible study on principles revealed through the life of the man Thursday: His Legacy of Promise—Bible promises that apply to his life and yours Friday: His Legacy of Prayer—praying in light of his story Designed for personal prayer and study or for use in small groups, Men of the Bible will help you make Bible reading a daily habit. Whether you dip into portions or read every page, this book will help you grow in character, wisdom, and obedience as a person after God’s own heart.
Men of the Bible
by VariousThese are the stories of the lesser-known men of the Bible published in 1904 and written by George Milligan, D.D. J. G. Greenhough, M.A. Alfred Rowland, D.D., LL.B. Principal Walter F. Adeney, D.D. J. Morgan Gibbon. H. Elvet Lewis. Principal D. Rowlands, B.A. W J. Townshed, D.D.
Men Who Love Fierce Women: The Power of Servant Leadership in Your Marriage
by Leroy Wagner Kimberly Wagner&“Five years into &‘wedded bliss,&’ I confessed to Kim that I no longer loved her. We were stuck in a destructive relationship pattern we now refer to as the &‘fierce woman/fearful man&’ cycle, and I had lost all hope for a peaceful marriage…&” — LeRoy WagnerWhat if I&’m laid-back and my wife is… not? How can I lead when I feel emasculated? I&’m not sure I love my wife anymore. What happened?If you find yourself asking questions like these, LeRoy can relate. In Men Who Love Fierce Women, he is gut-honest about his failures and frustrations as a husband, the realizations that saved his marriage,* and the requirements God places on every husband, laid-back or not. With their insights combined, Kim and LeRoy equip men to rise up, handle conflict, love their wife, and lead their marriage, regardless of who has the stronger personality.Includes reflection questions at the end of every chapter, plus an appendix for addressing conflict. *Kim and LeRoy&’s interview on Focus on the Family, in which they discuss their marriage and Kim&’s book Fierce Women, aired twice and was voted the #1 segment of 2015, prompting the publication of this book.
Men Who Love Fierce Women: The Power of Servant Leadership in Your Marriage
by Leroy Wagner Kimberly Wagner&“Five years into &‘wedded bliss,&’ I confessed to Kim that I no longer loved her. We were stuck in a destructive relationship pattern we now refer to as the &‘fierce woman/fearful man&’ cycle, and I had lost all hope for a peaceful marriage…&” — LeRoy WagnerWhat if I&’m laid-back and my wife is… not? How can I lead when I feel emasculated? I&’m not sure I love my wife anymore. What happened?If you find yourself asking questions like these, LeRoy can relate. In Men Who Love Fierce Women, he is gut-honest about his failures and frustrations as a husband, the realizations that saved his marriage,* and the requirements God places on every husband, laid-back or not. With their insights combined, Kim and LeRoy equip men to rise up, handle conflict, love their wife, and lead their marriage, regardless of who has the stronger personality.Includes reflection questions at the end of every chapter, plus an appendix for addressing conflict. *Kim and LeRoy&’s interview on Focus on the Family, in which they discuss their marriage and Kim&’s book Fierce Women, aired twice and was voted the #1 segment of 2015, prompting the publication of this book.
Men Who Met God: Twelve Life-Changing Encounters
by A. W. TozerA. W. Tozer's Men Who Met God is a compelling survey of seven biblical figures who had the tremendous experience of walking and communing with God in some fashion—in the coolness of the afternoon, through a burning bush, in personal discussion, or by another divinely inspired method.Originally preached as a series of sermons by A. W. Tozer at Southside Alliance Church in Chicago, this compilation enlightens the mind and cuts to the heart in the way we&’ve come to expect from Tozer.May you be moved toward God as you see how men of old encountered his Awesome Presence.
Men Who Met God: Twelve Life-Changing Encounters
by A. W. TozerA. W. Tozer's Men Who Met God is a compelling survey of seven biblical figures who had the tremendous experience of walking and communing with God in some fashion—in the coolness of the afternoon, through a burning bush, in personal discussion, or by another divinely inspired method.Originally preached as a series of sermons by A. W. Tozer at Southside Alliance Church in Chicago, this compilation enlightens the mind and cuts to the heart in the way we&’ve come to expect from Tozer.May you be moved toward God as you see how men of old encountered his Awesome Presence.
The Menace of Immorality in Church and State: Messages of Wrath and Judgment
by John D.“THE following messages are printed in response to many requests for their publication. I have allowed the local coloring to remain in the discourses, because I felt that these elements might add to the vitality of the messages, and make them more concrete and real.“I have not softened the messages, either, by ‘retouching’ them. These messages were stenographically reported, and they are given here just as God gave them to the messenger,—hot from the heart.“Happily, however, we are getting away from that false modesty which is not willing to talk about these evils, in order that they may be exposed and corrected, but is willing to tolerate them in guilty and shameful silence. We need to substitute the challenging tones of truth for this cowardly and prudish reserve. We need to speak out. We need knowledge of these secret enemies of our homes. These evils feed on silence and grow by stealth, and we ought today to tell the whole truth and not compromise with evil. ‘Ye shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.’ As in Hosea’s day, thousands and tens of thousands are being ‘destroyed for lack of knowledge.’ Men and women, boys and girls,—our children, our brothers and our sisters,—are going down. Surely it is our duty to unmask the sources of their destruction, and to seek by all honest and legitimate means to defend ourselves against these secret assailants of the sanctity of the church, the purity of the home, the good order of the state, and the very life of the nation itself.After every war, there is a wave of immorality. We have just passed through the greatest war of all time, and we are now witnessing the widest wave of immorality in the history of the human race. Like a consuming fire, it is sweeping over the world. Only a spurious and silly optimism can deny this fact. All who really know conditions, both in Europe and America, confirm the fact.”—Rev. John Roach Straton
Menachem Mendel Schneerson: Becoming the Messiah (Jewish Lives)
by Ezra GlinterThe life and thought of Menachem Mendel Schneerson, one of the most influential—and controversial—rabbis in modern Judaism &“Accessible, informed, and balanced. . . . The author manages to tread on fragile ground with aplomb. . . . An exceptional tool for understanding.&”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) The Chabad-Lubavitch movement, one of the world&’s best-known Hasidic groups, is driven by the belief that we are on the verge of the messianic age. The man most recognized for the movement&’s success is the seventh and last Lubavitcher rebbe, Menachem Mendel Schneerson (1902–1994), believed by many of his followers to be the Messiah. While hope of redemption has sustained the Jewish people through exile and persecution, it has also upended Jewish society with its apocalyptic and anarchic tendencies. So it is not surprising that Schneerson&’s messianic fervor made him one of the most controversial rabbinic leaders of the twentieth century. How did he go from being an ordinary rabbi&’s son in the Russian Empire to achieving status as a mystical sage? How did he revitalize a centuries-old Hasidic movement, construct an outreach empire of unprecedented scope, and earn the admiration and condemnation of political, communal, and religious leaders in America and abroad? Ezra Glinter&’s deeply researched account is the first biography of Schneerson to combine a nonpartisan view of his life, work, and impact with an insider&’s understanding of the ideology that drove him and that continues to inspire the Chabad-Lubavitch movement today.
A Menagerie of Mysterious Beasts: Encounters with Cryptid Creatures
by Ken GerhardDraw Back the Curtain and Marvel at the Amazing Collection of Mysterious Beasts WithinJoin cryptozoologist Ken Gerhard on an enigmatic journey through the world of mysterious beasts, exploring eyewitness encounters with creatures thought to exist only in myths and legends. This compelling compendium presents a wide variety of astounding and bizarre creatures, from the Minnesota Iceman to the White Bluff Screamer to the Texas T. rex.Discover the fascinating history and modern case studies of ape-men roaming the Americas. Experience captivating, first-hand accounts of dragon, werewolf, and mermaid sightings from Europe to Australia. Featuring sea monsters, colossal insects, enormous eagles, oversized amphibians, and more, A Menagerie of Mysterious Beasts is the ultimate resource for cryptid creature enthusiasts.Praise:"In his new book, Ken Gerhard—the Indiana Jones of monster-hunting—provides us with an absolute smorgasbord of unknown animals."—Nick Redfern, author of Chupacabra Road Trip"Ken Gerhard's writings are always replete with original research and hitherto-unpublished reports. A Menagerie of Mysterious Beasts is no exception—a monstrously good, thoroughly entertaining, and highly informative read for cryptozoology fans everywhere!"—Dr. Karl P.N. Shuker, author of A Manifestation of Monsters"Ken Gerhard deftly blends authentic historical accounts with piles of new eyewitness reports to create a heady, global cocktail of cryptid mysteries."—Linda S. Godfrey, author of American Monsters"After reading this menagerie of the damned you will be in no doubt that monsters are real."—Richard Freeman, author of Dragons"Ken brings us an excellent read, a combination of his own personal investigations and direct eyewitness testimony. Importantly, the book flows very well as it deals with a variety of cryptids, including more controversial subjects which he is to be credited for not shying away from."—Adam Davies, cryptozoologist and explorer
Menasseh ben Israel: Rabbi of Amsterdam (Jewish Lives)
by Steven NadlerAn illuminating biography of the great Amsterdam rabbi and celebrated popularizer of Judaism in the seventeenth century Menasseh ben Israel (1604–1657) was among the most accomplished and cosmopolitan rabbis of his time, and a pivotal intellectual figure in early modern Jewish history. He was one of the three rabbis of the “Portuguese Nation” in Amsterdam, a community that quickly earned renown worldwide for its mercantile and scholarly vitality. Born in Lisbon, Menasseh and his family were forcibly converted to Catholicism but suspected of insincerity in their new faith. To avoid the horrors of the Inquisition, they fled first to southwestern France, and then to Amsterdam, where they finally settled. Menasseh played an important role during the formative decades of one of the most vital Jewish communities of early modern Europe, and was influential through his extraordinary work as a printer and his efforts on behalf of the readmission of Jews to England. In this lively biography, Steven Nadler provides a fresh perspective on this seminal figure.
Mencius
by MenciusMencius was one of the great philosophers of ancient China, second only in influence to Confucius, whose teachings he defended and expanded. The Mencius, in which he recounts his dialogues with kings, dukes and military men, as well as other philosophers, is one of the Four Books that make up the essential Confucian corpus. It takes up Confucius's theories of jen, or goodness and yi, righteousness, explaining that the individual can achieve harmony with mankind and the universe by perfecting his innate moral nature and acting with benevolence and justice. Mencius' strikingly modern views on the duties of subjects and their rulers or the evils of war, created a Confucian orthodoxy that has remained intact since the third century BCE.