Exploring Religion

As opposed to the Creator’s "ways" with humankind, Seven Imperatives focuses on how humans should best relate to their Creator as specifically revealed in Hebrew scriptures. A few verses from the Christian New Testament are included for greater clarity where Jesus of Nazareth converses with both a scribe and a lawyer.

What happens after you die? Is there an afterlife? How can I find peace in my fear of death, or comfort after I've lost a loved one? After the tragic death of his father, Adam Dince wrestled with these questions for years. In search of answers, he began to research stories of those who had near-death experiences-people who briefly died but came back to life.

This audiobook covers how to hear from Heaven with a collection of true examples. It intrigued me, as a child, when I was told to pray and ask God for help. Would God talk back and tell me what to do? I'd heard stories and read in the Bible that God spoke to people in the past. Why should that relationship be reserved for the afterlife, when things are good already? I needed help and comfort the most here and now. Read as a magical book, the Bible whispered to have the simple faith of a little child.

Let This Mind Be in You explores God’s call on our lives to servanthood. Aimed specifically at ministers of the Gospel, this book argues that servanthood is essential to every form of Christian service. When we consider the teachings of Scripture and the example of Jesus, we simply cannot be who we are supposed to be without taking the posture of servants.

If we call someone extravagant, we’re usually thinking about his spending habits and luxurious way of life. So to use that word for a homeless man who had only one change of clothes—an itinerant teacher who depended on others for food and shelter—seems a stretch. Yet Jesus was the most extravagant person who ever lived. Carole Engle Avriett invites you to redefine your notion of “extravagant.” In this study of ancient customs and ways of life, you’ll gain an understanding of the cultural context of the Scriptures and of twelve key characteristics of God's nature.

After Gerald Zgabay becomes a Christian, it doesn’t take long before he’s struggling with two disparate issues: the church and pornography. As he discovers what he’s looking for in a church and learns to walk away from another problem, what shines through is hope, adventure, enlightenment, and open adoption.

Enlightenment is a concept that has fascinated philosophers, mystics, and scientists for centuries. But what exactly is enlightenment, and how can we cultivate this state of being in our own lives? In this comprehensive book, we explore the nature of enlightenment from a variety of perspectives, including neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, and spirituality. Drawing on insights from a range of cultural and religious traditions, as well as the latest scientific research, we provide a comprehensive overview of this elusive but transformative human experience.

The Prophecy Paradox: The Power and Perils of Seeing the Future is a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities surrounding the ability to predict what lies ahead. While the power to foresee future events can be a valuable tool for decision-making and planning, it can also come with significant risks and pitfalls.

This book endeavors to examine the various theories about the parting of the Red Sea to determine the correct location, the time period, and the historicity of the events from a biblical and scientific point of view.

Dr. Masaru Emoto was a pseudoscientist who claimed that human consciousness could affect the molecular structure of water. His most famous experiment, analyzing water crystals under certain circumstances, led to a string of books, starting in 1999.

Rory Noland addresses the challenges of Christian worship head-on, offering practical suggestions gleaned from Scripture on understanding and experiencing vibrant worship. The first half of Worship on Earth as It Is in Heaven explores what it means to grow as a private worshiper. The practices of the psalmist David provide insight to help people worship God on their own.

Currently, more than one million military wives care for their families and their homes, often while their husbands are deployed out of state or overseas for months at a time. These women can experience a roller coaster of emotions including disappointment, loneliness, and fear. Sara Horn, the wife of a navy reservist, understands the challenges these women face. She knows how to talk about faith and spiritual truths through the filter of military life.

The multi-site church movement is reshaping the way we do church. But how does it actually work? And is it right for your church? Enjoy a guided tour of multi-site churches across America and see for yourself how churches are growing and reaching their communities. This companion to The Multi-Site Church Revolution gives you on-site pictures of the new and creative ways churches are expanding their impact through multiple locations.

This volume, like its companions, offers ways to change our mental focus and thereby welcome more of what we want and less of what we don't want into our experience. The universal Law of Attraction and the emotional guidance system are at the heart of these writings. Simple and concise, Soulsongs are meant as a quick emotional pick-me-up, and readers rave about the results. Soulsongs are positive thinking in a nutshell, with explanations of why and how positive thinking benefits us.

Amar y ser amado explora el amor como adicción, el amor como perdición y el amor como salvación desde la neurociencia, la psicología, la filosofía y la teología ofreciendo una perspectiva cristiana sobre el amor duradero que lleva a relaciones sanas con nuestro entorno social y nuestros seres queridos.

Do you think idols are merely statues from a false religion? Think again. In this first volume, you'll think about the primary values of your faith and learn the history behind some of today's difficult issues: When did the Pledge of Allegiance change and why? How did Charles "Lucky Lindy" Lindbergh taint the original “America First" movement? Who was the first monarch in history to grant the full freedom of religion and which Christian minister made it happen?

We've combined the meaning of the Dead Sea Scrolls briefing and several key strategic perspectives sessions by Dr. Peter Flint and Dr. Scott Carroll into a single six-session pack! The foremost authority on Paleo-Hebrew literature Peter Flint, PhD, discusses the meaning of the Dead Sea Scrolls, their significance for understanding the Bible, Judaism, Jesus, and Christianity.

Our daily struggles often mask a difficult question - Where is God? With fresh biblical insight, beautiful language, and an eye toward the deep wonder of God's everyday presence, The Face of the Deep challenges listeners to experience the wild, joyful mystery of God’s Spirit moving in their lives. Fans of Eugene Peterson, Madeleine L'Engle, Ann Voskamp, and others will find a listening experience like few others. The Face of the Deep is rich in meaning, rooted in theology, fresh in content. This is a book to be heard again and again - a book to be lived.

When Christians learn about Jewish tradition and history, they see the Bible and the life of Jesus with a new and enriched perspective. Knowing more about Judaism brings them closer to Jesus because Jesus lived and died as a Jew and consistently quoted the Jewish scripture and stories. In this book Evan Moffic, popular rabbi, author, and guide to Jewish wisdom for people of all faiths, continues the What Every Christian Needs to Know About series with an exploration of the wisdom and traditions of Judaism.

In this course, Father Kirby takes a look at the history and artwork of St. Peter's Square and Basilica through the light of faith. This comprehensive tour explains why St. Peter's Basilica was significant to the early Christians, and why it is still significant today. Just as the ancient pilgrims exclaimed, “Ecco Roma” (Latin for “Behold Rome”), so too does this course begin with wonder at beholding the Eternal City. Aside from visiting Italy in person, this tour will take you as close as possible to experiencing the splendor of Rome, Vatican City, and St. Peter’s Square.