Practical Religion

Scripture says "be anxious for nothing," yet most of us find ourselves increasingly worried and anxious. We're even worried about our level of anxiety! Integrating both the psychological and spiritual aspects of anxiety, therapist Jean Holthaus offers a research-driven, faith-informed approach to understanding why we experience anxiety and shows us how to effectively manage it by developing three essential skills: living in the present moment, suspending judgment, and believing ourselves to be competent and equipped by God.

Do you ever feel destined to accomplish something bigger but don't know how to find it? If so, come along on an extraordinary transformational journey. The Bible says, "You are God's masterpiece created anew in Christ Jesus to do good things" (Ephesians 2:10). Greatness awaits you! God loves you unconditionally and has a perfect plan for your success.

From Old Testament to New Testament, and through to the present day, Scarlet and White illuminates the ways in which the gospel story is the story of God redeeming sinners to create a Bride for Himself. It seeks to lead the listener along the scarlet tapestry woven throughout Scripture, continually pointing to Christ’s plan to secure His Bride through His own blood. By focusing primarily on one biblical metaphor—that of the Bride of Christ—Scarlet and White is able to help listeners understand the biblical, historical, and practical implications of this doctrine.

Many young, ambitious Christians are struggling to get noticed as new hires in the workplace today—not only young people, but those re-entering the workforce following military service, child-rearing, or after being furloughed due to Covid-19. These workers may find it challenging to stand out from the crowd while also maintaining their Christian values and ethics.

This audiobook, packed with biblical wisdom and practical guidance from the pastoral trenches, will equip and encourage you in the midst of ministry. Bob Yandian, a veteran pastor of more than 30 years, provides answers to common questions relating to your everyday pastoral duties and personal life.

Zealous Love is a response to some of the world's urgent needs in light of Christ's great love. Through first-hand accounts and up-to-date facts about eight global issues, Zealous Love uniquely provides readers with the information, inspiration, and involvement they crave to personally make a difference in their world.

Although the five books in this series are complementary and help the listener to have a more complete view of the theme, each book is complete in its own right and should be enjoyed for the profit of it. Although the books are rooted in the Word of God, they are written not merely to help listeners to know God’s point of view about the matters discussed but also to lead the believer beyond theoretical understanding into spiritual experience; for sanctification is, ultimately, not merely a doctrine but an experience.

When Christians date, they're not looking for a one-night stand or a hook-up. Instead, they're looking for someone to marry and share their life with, as they try their best to live the gospel of Jesus Christ together. Their standards and expectations are high.

While working in a particularly toxic environment, Karlyn Borysenko came to this liberating realization: She couldn't control other people, but she could control herself, her perspective, and her actions. Now an organizational psychologist, consultant, and executive coach, Borysenko tells us how to bridge the gap between where we are now and what will bring us the most professional success and happiness. We must achieve self-mastery - by accepting responsibility for our actions, understanding our innate work style, and discerning when and how to push outside our comfort zone.

These powerful audio-guided meditation techniques on death were collected from ancient Buddhist and Hindu practitioners of mindfulness meditation of death. 16 practical self-guided audio meditation scripts that guide you beyond the boundaries of mortality to develop an open-minded state and gratitude for what you have, even for the smallest things.

Dr. Zach's book, Embracing Your Higher Self: A Practical Guide to Enlightenment, teaches the essential meditation and mindfulness skills required to connect with your higher self and achieve enlightenment. The book provides an oversite on what enlightenment is and how to achieve this previously thought unachievable goal. Listeners will explore each of the five pillars of the higher self, which are love, compassion, joy, inner peace, and intuitive wisdom, and learn how they all work together in concert to form who we really are at our core.

In this concise series of lectures, famed Hindu monk Swami Vivekananda answers the important question: How can Vedanta be made practical in our daily lives? Though intended for Western audiences, Vivekananda's idea of sacralizing every moment has transformed the lives of generations of spiritual seekers.

In today's fast-paced world, many women are searching for ways to find greater peace, balance, and fulfilment in their daily lives. Practical Buddhism for Modern Life offers a comprehensive guide to the key teachings and practices of Buddhism, tailored specifically to the needs and challenges for the women of today.

Whether you are looking forward to starting your journey as a Wicca, you desire to have a guide that breaks down Wicca practices into the smallest bit that is easily understandable, or you are only looking forward to understanding what herbs and spells are and how you can harness them to heal the spiritual, mental, or financial aspect of your life, then this is a book you must have.

This practical guide is an ideal manual for those who follow the Hanafi school of jurisprudence. You will discover the reality and understand the ninth lunar month, Ramadan, where Muslims all over the world fast for a whole month from before sunrise up until sunset. After sunset, on each day, Muslims are permitted to eat and drink until the next morning before sunrise, where they partake in the blessing enriched predawn meal, and this is a practice of the respected holy prophet Muhammad (SAW). By such blessed imitation, Muslims are following prophetic practice.

James' practical approach to Christian living makes his discussion of complex, spiritual issues both easy to understand, and easy to implement in one's life.

Dr. Glenville Ashby’s Finding Mother: Lessons in Spirituality - East and West is a refreshing work that delves into topical issues surrounding spirituality. Reincarnation, fire ceremonies, death meditation, sex, and spiritual healing are just few of the intriguing subjects discussed. Moreover, Dr. Ashby explores the goddess concept in Eastern and Western religious traditions and offers a series of exercises toward self-awareness.

In this enlightning audio program Doug Bottorff gives you the tools, guidelines, and practical information you need to understand the principles of prosperity and how to put them to work for you. It will pave the way for you to become true to yourself and realize your dreams.

Zen self-cope and Zen self-love yourself mentally and physically. True love requires trust, and trust requires honesty. Never, ever, forget that you are important, too.

Taking a look at how the fivefold ministers relate to the church today.... Discover how the fivefold ministry was created to work within the local church, the training ground for ministry. These ministers - apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers - are coaches who equip and train God’s people to release his power for works of service. Learn how proven fivefold ministers can be mentored and released in the body of Christ.