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Jesus Ben Sirach did not only speak to his disciples, but he also prayed for them while in their presence. He also recorded prayers about them. Together with the prayers of the saintly people of God - men and women of earlier times - these are all considered contemporary prayers for new generations. His prayers constitute a dialogue shared between him and God. They offer honor to God in anticipation of His divine care to all human beings, and they also convey the love of humankind. The desire and spirit of prayer are a gift from God. A person who desires to pray stands in the presence of ...

Discover how the Psalms can inspire you to engage significant contemporary issues. This is not a commentary on the meaning and message of the Psalms; rather, this book considers the Psalms as a collection of phrases and images that invite us into brief meditations using Jewish wisdom for spiritual development. “Bristling with insights about our lives today, Rabbi Krishef makes the ancient book of Psalms come alive. Here is a wise guide through the great songs of Israel in times of sorrow, bewilderment and joy.” -- Rabbi David Wolpe, author of Making Loss Matter: Creating Meaning in ...

Step into the captivating world of 1st and 2nd Samuel, where ancient history unfolds in a timeless narrative that speaks to our human experience. These two books, nestled within the Old Testament of the Bible, are profound stories of triumph, tragedy, and God’s redemptive plan. Embark on a journey through the lives of iconic figures like Samuel, Saul, and David, as they navigate the turbulent landscape of power, faith, and destiny. In doing so, you'll find invaluable lessons about leadership, loyalty, and the consequences of choices.

Immerse yourself in the NIV New Testament Gospels as they are read by some of country music’s biggest stars. Whether it’s nine-time GRAMMY award winner Hillary Scott reading Luke or legendary Country Music Hall of Famer Charlie Daniels reading Mark, you will find encouragement and faith as you listen to Scripture read by some of your favorite performers.

One of the most beautiful, soul-stirring stories in the Bible is the loving, moving account of Ruth and Boaz. Ruth means that which lovingly clings. Boaz means God's truth. These are the two pillars which lead to the Holy of Holies within you.

Jesus is the most important figure in human history. He’s also the most important person in your life. I don’t have to know who you are, where you’re from, who you’re related to, or what you’ve been through to know that Jesus is the single most important person in your life. That being said, his words are life-changing. Let’s find out how his living words can impact your life today.

Using Open and Relational Theology, Unblaming God presents alternative in- terpretations to four Old Testament stories—Noah and the Flood, God “telling” Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, Canaanite genocide, and the book of Job. These new interpretations better reflect God as love, not as a God of control.

Hay muchas clases de oraciones y se han escrito muchos buenos libros acerca de la oración. Este no es otro libro más, sino una guía para ayudarte a descubrir quién es el Dios a quien te estás dirigiendo en oración. La palabra griega para invocar significa llamar por nombre a alguien. De manera que invocar el nombre de Jehová es llamarle por su nombre, pidiendo su ayuda en nuestro favor. El propósito de este libro es ayudarte a enfocarte en Dios, basándote en las características de Dios reveladas en los diferentes nombres con que se le describe en la Biblia. Y a medida que vas ...

This book is filled with brief moments of inspiration from the daily Gospel readings for the 2023 Liturgical Calendar.These inspirations come from reflection on the daily Gospel reading using the prayer of Lectio Divina. Lectio is an ancient prayer technique that originated with the church fathers and was further explored and adopted by the Benedictines and many others. Lectio is a way of allowing the Holy Spirit to illuminate and teach by way of personalizing Scripture. It consists of progressively reading and praying with a Scripture passage. Each time the Scripture is read there is an ...

Deeper Conversion will help you examine your life in the light of the Bible so that you can harvest the word and apply it to your daily circumstances. Sustained and transformed by your encounter with the Lord, you will find strength and healing wisdom to share with a weary world.

Rather than contain vague references to the words and actions of "the LORD" and "God" within the text, The First Seventy offers both seasoned readers/listeners of the Bible and those new to the text a spiritual explanation that can be discussed, debated, and incorporated into each individual's moment-to-moment life. Weaving direct quotations from the Bible into a fluid narrative, The First Seventy: A Retelling Commentary, Creation - The Ten Commandments retells and explains the interconnected story that spans the first seventy chapters of the Bible.

Even 300 years ago, believers found it difficult to sustain for 40 days the proper Lenten spirit. That's why even then, countless Christians turned to the writings of Bishop Jacques-Bénigne Bossuet (1627–1704), whose great piety and simple eloquence won him renown as one of the greatest preachers of his time. From Bishop Bossuet's sermons and spiritual writings, believers drew ever greater Lenten wisdom and strength.

The Books of the Prophets were written during the Dark Age in the history of the Jewish people. God sent His prophets to deliver His message fearlessly before kings, priests and ordinary people. God proclaims His love of mankind by bestowing the gift of prophecy on His children. The essence of prophecy is to reveal God’s secret thoughts and plans for His children. Prophecy is highly esteemed and occupies nearly one third of the Bible. Scholars traditionally divide the Books of Prophets into Major Prophets (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel and Daniel) and Minor Prophets (the rest of the Books of ...

The group of Historical Books in the Old Testament present a long history of Israel and Judah. They are: the Books of Joshua, Judges, Ruth. Samuel 1 and 2, from the end of Judges to the end of David’s reign. 1 and 2 Kings, from the last days of David to the start of the Babylonian Exile and the destruction of the Temple. 1 and 2 Chronicles, from the reign of Saul to the return of the people from the Exile. Ezra and Nehemiah, covering the reorganization of the Jewish community after the Exile and the Book of Esther. The Bible is not a historical record of the events in the life of a ...

Discover the transformative power of Lectio Divina with "Heart Soul Mind Strength: The Greatest Commandment". This comprehensive guide invites you on a spiritual journey, enriching your prayer life and deepening your relationship with God through the ancient practice of Lectio Divina.

Peace & Purpose is written from a pastor's heart to provide comfort and encouragement for Christians. Spurgeon originally titled this book Words of Cheer for Daily Life. This edition is a fully updated, unabridged work for today's reader. Chapters include: Freedom from the Fear of Death Suffering and Comfort Overcoming the World Seasons of Darkness When Joy and Peace are Missing Joy in Life’s Hard Times Things Working Together for Good

Ninety-nine passages of Scripture offering words of encouragement....

Fear is real. It can stop you in your tracks and paralyse you.Fear however, can be defeated if we apply faith when we are fearful. The Bible is full of many scritptures/ Bible verses that can be used to conquer fear. This book Fighthing Fear With Faith, 70 Bible Verses For Overcoming Fear, lists just a few of those verses. It is a short guide with 70 biblical quotes that you can pray or meditate upon. Don't allow fear to cripple you. Fight back with faith using Bible verses. Get your copy Now.

From a young age, we all learn that cruel words can wound, but Longing to Belong will show you how Scripture can heal your heart. Join Shawna as she turns to Psalm 139 and reveals seven life-giving affirmations that everyone needs.

In Everyday Revolutionary, pastor and bible teacher J.D. Greear draws on insights from the book of Daniel to show how followers of Jesus are called to live a "revolutionary" life that often runs counter to the ways of the world. He reveals how disciples of Jesus are instructed to embody certain core identities and how those identities lead to them exhibiting five core practices in their everyday lives. These identities and practices—when truly embodied in this way—enable every follower of Jesus to live the life that he desired them to lead in spite of their circumstances or culture.