Showing results for title "Rule" in Religion & Spirituality

In this timeless classic, American layer and jurist Simon Greenleaf's expertly applies his understanding of legal principles to the narratives documenting Jesus' life and teachings in the New Testament. Through a careful analysis Greenleaf concludes the undeniable credibility and authoritative nature of the Gospels, substantiating their status as trustworthy historical records.

The Rule of St. Benedict has governed monastic communities for centuries, but it is far more than a standard religious text. The Rule is, above all, a handbook for living a deliberate life - no matter your religious background or beliefs. It teaches the importance of contemplation and silence, of solitude, and the power of community and unity.

Robert J. Morgan's book The Red Sea Rules has helped hundreds of thousands of people face life's difficulties and move from panic to praise. This sequel, The Jordan River Rules, explores how everything so far in your life (including your Red Sea moments of crisis) is simply his preparation for stronger days ahead. Perhaps you've survived your own Red Sea experiences, when the enemy was strong, the danger great, and the fear deep. God helped you through that, didn't he? He made a way for you when there seemed no way.

Through captivating stories and with disarming honesty, Bussie gives concrete, practical strategies to help listeners cultivate hope, seek joy, practice accompaniment, compost their pain, and rediscover the spiritual practice of lament. Tackling difficult questions without political divisiveness, Bussie speaks to both progressive and conservative Christians in ways that unite rather than divide.

Relationships. We know that we need them, but busy schedules, financial pursuits, and self-serving agendas often distract us from the people God has placed in our lives. Overcoming a childhood that lacked true relationships, CEO David Hoffman successfully broke the rules of a transaction-based world by founding a real estate company focused on meeting people where they are.

> The Rite of Exorcism: The Roman Ritual ( Rituale Romanum). An updated scholarly treatment of the rite of exorcism from a Catholic perspective. Extensive background on the history of the rite, current rules and procedures, and traditional prayers of exorcism. Written by Michael Freze, SFO, Catholic scholar and world-recognized expert on demonology. Michael Freze, SFO, author of a 12-book series on demonology, provides an important work in the field of demonology and the study of possession and exorcism.

This book continues the story of the Fatimids from their newly founded capital of Cairo. Introducing the figures who moulded the empire, Shainool Jiwa charts the expansion of the Fatimids, the reasons behind their ultimate fall by the hand of Saladin, and the legacy that continues with the living Ismaili communities today.

As a US Navy Submariner, marathon runner, mountaineer, and cyclist, Jackson Sherry was certain his strength and tenacity were the epitome of resilience. He faced the true test when a near-fatal accident hospitalized him for five months, which ultimately left him paralyzed from the collar bones down. Through trial, error, and sheer perseverance, Jackson rebuilt his life entirely. From taking his first unassisted breath to completing two triathlons using only his arms, Jackson has overcome unimaginable struggles.

The Rule of St. Benedict arose from an era when a great civilization was threatened by violence, economic forces that favored the wealthy, political leaders that lacked the trust of the public, and rampant xenophobia. In How to Live, Judith Valente explores the key elements of the rule and clearly demonstrates how incorporating this ancient wisdom can change the quality and texture of our lives offering a way forward from the divisions gripping our country.

In this powerful audiobook, you’ll discover a memorable, simple way to be attentive to the voice of God and courageously obedient to the promptings of the Spirit. You’ll find practical ideas for discerning God’s will, and you’ll hear stories of ordinary men and women - just like you - who are living by the Rule and how it has transformed their lives and the lives of those they reach out to. The 10-Second Rule is a call to rediscover the revolutionary power of simple obedience as Jesus taught it and the early church lived it, before religious Christianity tamed it!

There are only two kinds of spirituality in the world. One is false, and one is true. One is the manifestation of the old evil foe who has sent many false spiritualties out into the world, and the other is the holy spirituality found only in faith in the one true God. One is a lie, and one is real. 

God created you as a being of authority and dominion. In this book, Russell Walden delves into the dimensions of the prophetic destiny over your life to bring you into a level of authority seldom experienced by God's children due to a misunderstanding of humility and yieldedness. You are not from beneath. You are from above. You are seated at the right hand of God. You are a king and a priest and as such you have a dominion and a jurisdiction that God honors and gives you total authority to subdue and bend to your will in relationship to God's character and the moving of the Holy Spirit in ...

In Rules for Walking in Fellowship, John Owen supplies struggling congregations with biblical guidelines for making church life in the present a foretaste of heavenly fellowship to come. He discusses both the responsibilities congregations have toward pastors as well as the duties members have toward one another. Together, Owen presents twenty-four rules for fostering gospel fellowship, supporting them with numerous proof texts, brief explanations, and words of motivation to keep them.

After 30 years of parenting five children and 20 years of working with teens, Connie Albers has witnessed the negative impact of well-intentioned but misguided parenting styles, all focused on managing teens rather than guiding them. But through learning to focus on the hearts of your teens, you can avoid those pitfalls and build relationships that last beyond the transition years as you intentionally learn about, connect with, and listen to your teens. In a world filled with distractions and devices, it is possible to guide their hearts and remain the primary influence in their lives.

Historians, Philosophers, and Religionists have declared that Deism has died. They note that Deism lacks the appeal it enjoyed during its heyday. Friends, we need not resign ourselves to this fate. We can answer the call to revive Deism! Why revive Deism? Because Deism rules. Why does Deism rules? Friends, this work presents 50 proofs why Deism rules.

The Beatitudes. The Golden Rule. The Lord's Prayer. These are just a few of the central teachings contained within the Sermon on the Mount. Undoubtedly, the sermon is one of the most powerful parts of the New Testament. Most of us, however, know the Sermon on the Mount only in segments, like the famous sections mentioned above. Now you will hear the sermon as a powerful and profound whole.

First Things First is an honest, insightful, and entertaining look at life inside the Warner household. Kurt and Brenda speak candidly about their marriage, the values they are working to instill in their kids, things they've done right, mistakes they've made, the importance of giving back, and the legacy they hope to leave behind.

When it comes to our health and fitness, we attempt to follow a lot of rules that pit us against our own bodies. Why? Because it’s what we constantly see and hear on TV, on Pinterest, from our culture, and even from other women in our lives.

Tikva Frymer-Kensky shows listeners how a seemingly minor story in the first book of Samuel can teach them key lessons to dramatically improve their lives. Saul, abandoned by God, approaches a medium in the village of Endor to call up the spirit of Samuel. Though Saul had outlawed her craft, she helped him when he promised her safety. And after Samuel prophesied Saul’s death, she showed the shaken king hospitality.

Making Moros offers a unique look at the colonization of Muslim subjects during the early years of American rule in the southern Philippines. Hawkins argues that the ethnological discovery, organization, and subsequent colonial engineering of Moros was highly contingent on developing notions of time, history, and evolution, which ultimately superseded simplistic notions about race. He also argues that this process was highly collaborative, with Moros participating, informing, guiding, and even investing in their configuration as modern subjects.