Religious Study Guides

In Jesus the Pacifist, Fleischer provides a systematic, biblically based, and comprehensive overview of Jesus’s relationship with violence, one that may forever change how you view his ministry and your calling.

Maybe you already have a basic understanding of Wicca spells, but you want an easy-to-understand guide that will provide you with clear instructions? Perhaps you have never heard of Wicca before, but are you keen to learn more on the subject and unlock your inner magic? The Spells for Beginners is a gentle but thorough introduction to magic and will teach you everything you need to get started. The two-in-one audiobook combines the contents of Frank Bawdoe's Moon Spells for Beginners and Wicca Spell Book for Beginners.

Every female minister knows, deep within her heart, she has a special calling to serve God's people. Your passion and your servant’s heart have led you to this point, and you have only just begun to step into your power in service to the church you love so much. But the church's patriarchal roots run deep. With one hand, the institutional church raises you up, lauding your leadership and praising your calling, and with the other hand, it tears you down, silencing your voice and breaking your heart.

When life's left you flatter than a steamrolled possum, turn here for a little hope, humor, honesty, and encouragement from the Bible. It's the best of Chonda Pierce's celebrated Roadkill Reports to her fans, plus lots of new material, and it's perfect for reinflating your outlook--anytime, anywhere!

More than a guide to Daniel, The Derision of Heaven is an urgent message for the exiled church. As you journey through the story and visions of Daniel, you will be awe-struck by the sovereign rule of God, emboldened to live a life that glorifies him, and encouraged to serve in the eternal Kingdom of Heaven.

Do you feel compelled to run for political office but aren’t sure how or where to begin? Are you a pastor wondering how to address sensitive political issues with your church? Have you felt uncertain in the voting booth and wondered how to fulfill your civic duties without violating your conscience? Do you want to know how to speak to—and be heard by—your local city council or school board?

In America's Religious History, leading historian Thomas S. Kidd traces the theological and ethnic diversity and enduring strength of American religion, with special attention to Christianity and evangelical faith. Interweaving religious history and key events from the larger narrative of American history, the audiobook considers how faith commitments and categories have shaped the nation.

Isaac Asimov said that "whatever the tortures of hell, I think the boredom of heaven would be even worse." Such quandaries are the bread and butter of philosophy of religion. Questioning why evil exists, whether God could create a stone he couldn't lift, and if the wonder of life suggests a Creator, this fascinating branch of philosophy is concerned with arguments for and against religion, and what form an immortal god (or gods) would take if in existence. Charles Taliaferro provides a clear exploration of the discipline, introducing a wide range of philosophers.

Letters to the River places the crises we currently face in the context of a mythic and heroic journey, creating a bridge between the left side and the right - the practical, daily life we can neither ignore nor avoid, and the magical, shimmering world reported by sages and shamans throughout the millennia.

Who is God? Why am I here? How should I live? These are a few of the crucial questions about life that must be answered. What’s exciting is that God has provided those answers in Scripture. In I Believe, Thom Rainer outlines the essentials of the Christian faith in a clear and succinct way. You’ll learn about prayer, church, angels, heaven, the Trinity, and much more. Listen to and discuss these Christian beliefs in a small group at your local church. It was within a church that Thom Rainer first experienced the power of these profound yet simple truths to utterly transform his life.

Si lleva consigo una pequeña y sencilla herramienta como un péndulo, puede llevar un poco de magia a todas partes. Si elige creer en sus posibilidades y aprovechar su poder, su péndulo hará maravillas por usted. Lo mejor es que no tiene que ser un experto para conseguirlo. Todo lo que necesita es un poco de práctica, este libro y su péndulo especial en la mano.

A timely and compelling new look at three key women in the biblical narrative. Among the mostly male-dominated narratives in Scripture, the stories of women can be game-changing. In this book Debbie Blue looks closely at Hagar (mother of Islam), Esther (Jewish heroine), and Mary (Christian matriarch) - and finds in them unexpected and inviting new ways of navigating faith and life.

From Biola president Barry Corey comes the perfect guide to making the college years count. It touches on everything from college romances to making friends, from getting sleep to embracing boredom, from your inner life to your social life. Barry Corey gives you wisdom that rings true but is rarely passed on. He serves up tips for survival, virtues to embrace, ideas to think about, and habits to cultivate for an enjoyable and flourishing journey through college. After all, you will remember your college experience for the rest of your life. Make the most of it.

Have you felt like something is missing in your life lately? Have you felt like you don’t have any control over your destiny? Or, maybe you are looking for some clarity in your day-to-day life? No matter who you are, where you come from, or what you believe in, the art of tarot cards is for you. Everyone knows that life can be full of mysteries, and often, it leaves us feeling confused and searching.

Tarot cards have been around for a long time, originating in Europe as a simple deck of playing cards and then evolving into what we see them as today: a way of telling the future and filled with an esoteric mysticism that only a privileged few have knowledge of. There is, of course, a lot more to tarot cards and their readings than you see at first glance.

Do you wish to explore and learn the Wicca religion? Or do you have the desire to know more about the Wicca magic, but you have no idea about this? You are now reading the best choice, that will lead you to the Wicca world. Wicca helps you understand the typical overviews of the Wicca and enable you to master some of the principles that will assist you in learning and performing some of the rituals and spells.

This is not your typical book on worship. It's fun, funny, and applicable, regardless of whether you can carry a tune in a bucket. iPods, Valentine's Day cards, and many other real-life examples will help you understand what God is looking for, and 10 easy tips will show you how to give it to him. The result will be a deep and rich experience you will savor all your life.

If you don't believe in angels now, you might after listening to this collection of real-life encounters with them. You'll hear the story of a man whose marriage had failed until an angel intervened, the story of an angel catching a hiker who fell from a cliff, and the story of a fearful little girl whose life was changed in a single moment. Author Eileen Elias Freeman, editor of The Angel Watch Journal, assures us that these close encounters are a gentle promise that we are in the care of guardian angels who lead us away from fear and hate - and into love.

A medida que recorra los capítulos de este libro, descubrirá por qué la gente se siente atraída por la personalidad de libra. La astrología ha existido durante cientos de años, y este libro le dará una mejor comprensión de lo que significa ser libra o conocer a un libra.

In this interactive, informative book, Lewis scholar Majorie Lamp Mead and literary expert Leland Ryken unlock the door to The Lion, The Witch and The Wardobe, inviting you to step inside - deeper and deeper, past the musty fur coats - and gaze in wide-eyed wonder once again at the magical, wintery world Lucy first found.