Contemporary Religion

When Adrianne found out she was pregnant eight years ago, she made the decision to leave Bible school and raise her child alone. Staying would have prevented her boyfriend from fulfilling his God-appointed mission in life. But every day since, she has regretted her decision. Chris - rejected, confused, and heartbroken - finished school and soon found himself in Nicaragua, loving life as a missionary. But the void left by Adrianne's unexplained departure remains.

This short account of Swami Vivekananda, the Vedantist who brought Hinduism to America, focuses on the years 1893 to 1897. After a famous speech at the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893, Vivekananda promoted his religious beliefs and practices by lecturing extensively across the United States, teaching and attracting devotees, producing a wealth of publications and tracts on Hinduism, encouraging vegetarianism, writing the first book on yoga to appear in America and so on, for a new and enthusiastic audience.

This practical, how-to book will help churches plan and implement passionate and invigorating worship. Step by step, author Lester Ruth and contributors Zachary Barnes, Andrew Eastes, Jonathan Ottaway, Adam Perez, Glenn Stallsmith, and Deborah Wong break down the process of re-thinking what the official or recommended order of worship is truly suggesting, so pastors and worship leaders can plan and lead a service of Word and Table that feels genuinely relevant and attuned to the congregation's culture.

At just 16, Marsha Carter (now Stevens-Pino) shared her newly born-again Christianity with a song that went on to become one of the most widely recognized and translated hymns in Christian circles: "For Those Tears I Died (Come to the Water)". Some historians have said it was the first song to be called "contemporary Christian music". Since those modest beginnings, Marsha has continued her journey in the world of Christian music.

Are you fascinated by other religions and beliefs? The Wicca Book for Beginners is a gentle but thorough introduction to Wicca and will teach you everything you need to get started. The two-in-one audiobook combines the contents of Frank Bawdoe's Wicca for Beginners and Modern Witchcraft for Beginners. This book is the go-to resource for understanding the misconceptions that surround Wicca. You will unearth an account of the fastest-growing religious practice in the world, learning common ritual tools used for magic.

All Americans, liberal or conservative, religious or not, can agree that religious freedom, anchored in conscience rights, is foundational to the US democratic experiment. But what freedom of conscience means, what its scope and limits are, according to the Constitution - these are matters for heated debate.

To the world around us, this kind of unconditional love makes little sense. The world is really good at loving some people, sometimes. Most of us are. But what about loving people who don't talk like us, think like us, vote like us, or see the world like we do? In this five-session audio Bible study, Bob points the way to embodying love by doing the unexpected, the intimidating, the seemingly impossible—to love everybody the way Jesus loved them—without fear, insecurity, or reservations.

Have you ever wondered what it means to follow a truly pagan path? Are you curious about how ancient paganism fits into modern life? Do you seek a deeper connection with nature and the cycles of life? Journey through the vibrant, mystical world of paganism with The Path to Paganism: An Exploration of Contemporary Practices. This comprehensive guide demystifies this ancient yet ever-evolving spiritual path, offering listeners an insightful and engaging introduction to its core concepts and practices.

Das Hörbuch "Zhang hat Angst!" ist eine beeindruckende Geschichte über einen 9-jährigen Jungen, der in einer verschlossenen Welt lebt: Nordkorea. Als Zhang erfährt, dass seine Mutter eine Christin ist, gerät er in einen Gewissenskonflikt. Kim Il-Sung ist doch ihr ewiger Führer und Gott, wie kann die Mutter dann einem fremden Gott dienen?! Außerdem muss jeder, der bei einem anderen eine Bibel entdeckt oder erfährt, dass dieser an einen anderen Gott glaubt, diese Person verraten.

Sparks Fly by New York Times and USA Today best seller Lucy Kevin, is a fun, sweet, contemporary romance about the "magic" of falling in love. Angelina Morgan is a beautiful consultant who practices an ancient art form called Feng Shui. Will Scott is an all-business CEO who doesn't believe anything he can't see and touch. With the help of a meddling ex-wife, a well-meaning best friend, and a matchmaking mother, Angelina and Will are about to find out what happens when opposites attract...and sparks fly.

Understanding Maqasid al-Shariah calls for the development of a juridical sense that is finely tuned to the higher objectives and purposes of Islamic rulings, the aims of which are the formulation of a new methodology in understanding the revealed texts and the reform of Muslim thought and its application. The author draws attention to the importance of understanding various levels of maqasid, including distinguishing between primary aims (al-maqasid al-asliyyah) and secondary aims (al-maqasid al-tabi'ah).

Pietro, um bem-sucedido empresário, pai de uma linda família, repentinamente se vê acometido por estranhos pesadelos, onde é acusado e julgado de terríveis crimes por um pavoroso acusador que clama por vingança e justiça. Paralelo a estes sonhos, sua família sofre de graves e fatais doenças inexplicáveis. Seus filhos com graves problemas, sua esposa afastada de casa, seus negócios indo de mau a pior... Mesmo com acompanhamento médico e fortes remédios, os pesadelos não passam, a vida não anda. Ateu convicto, não entende o porque de tanto sofrimento.

Kaleb, der Hirtenjunge, hasst die Schafe. Erst als er ein Lamm vor dem sicheren Tod rettet, gewinnt dieses seine Liebe. Damit ändert sich Kalebs Einstellung von Grund auf. Und eines Tages rettet ihm das Lamm das Leben. Die Geschichte spielt in der Zeit, als das jüdische Volk in Ägypten wohnt und der Pharao sich weigert, es ziehen zu lassen.

Julie Maxwell’s life is aglow with the promise of happily-ever-after - a wonderful husband, a new home, and an art studio of her own. She is living her dream, until suddenly, she isn’t. One of life’s random blows changes everything and Julie finds herself in an abyss of fear and grief. Immobilized by tragedy and unable to climb out of her despair, Julie descends into isolation. But life can be as benevolent as it can be cruel, and hope can find you no matter where you are.

All Helena really wants is a better life for her 12-year-old son, Luke. To do that, she needs to get him into a good school, which isn’t easy to do when you are a single mother and a Catholic in a near-future United States where there is no more separation between church and state. States, even neighborhoods, are divided along religious lines, and Helena faces discrimination everywhere she goes. Adam, a teenager from her congregation, convinces Helena to leave everything behind and take him and her son across the new American landscape to New Secular City.

Modern Epistles: A Call to the Contemporary Church by Sam Johnston is a powerful call to action for today's diverse and complex Christian landscape. This audiobook urges the modern church to return to the core teachings of the Gospel, fostering unity, authenticity, and a deeper commitment to Christ. Johnston provides practical advice and biblical insights to help the church navigate contemporary challenges while staying true to its foundational beliefs.

This is a boxed set for the Taming A Maverick series of books. The set includes three titles.

It is the solitary purpose of this work to place back on this beautiful text flesh and blood so readers of today may feel and see and touch and know the wisdom and peace expressed so very long ago. The world of the twenty-first century is not the same as China in 300 BCE, but there remain common threads connecting mankind throughout the ages. In these threads we find a way to fully express and connect the depth of the Tao Te Ching to a modern age without compromising its ancient meaning.

Each interpretation aims to make the Tao Te Ching a lot more understandable and enjoyable for all. All the mystical paradoxes are explained, and each of the 81 paragraphs are dissected for your awakening.

This opus is a commentary on the book of Genesis, King James Version of the Holy Bible. While the entire manuscript may be listened to in just several hours, it is hoped that significantly more time will be spent on it. It’s guaranteed that doing so will be time well-spent. Not only does this work contain material suitable for the neophyte religious listener, but it also has a wealth of information for the most serious Bible scholar and student, as well.