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Spirituality and ageing
By Albert Jewell. 1999
This work presents the experience of ageing as an opportunity for spiritual reflection and affirmation of life. The contributors are…
religious and spiritual leaders and ethical thinkers from a range of backgrounds. They define "spirituality" not just as a religious concept but as an answer to the natural human need for purpose, values and relationships - a sense of wholeness in life.The cost of living: a personal journey in St John's Gospel chapters 11-21
By Margaret Cundiff. 2000
Margaret Cundiff finds the final chapters of St John's Gospel "exciting, compelling, demanding...Jesus raises his friend to life, then starts…
on the road to Calvary, which for him is death, then life. The road he takes is the road we must take, towards our own death; and if we accept his gift, it is the road to life."Transforming grace: living confidently in God's unfailing love
By Jerry Bridges. 2008
The freedom in falling short of God’s standard relies on His gift of grace. Unfortunately, too many of us forget…
the free offer. We spend our lives basing our relationship with God on our performance rather than on Him. We see ourselves as never being worthy of His love. The author challenges us to stop trying to measure up, and to begin accepting the transforming power of God’s grace. 2008.The oil of joy for mourning: 365 daily meditations to comfort the widowed
By Jan Sheble. 1997
Comfort, support, and encouragement are offered for the grieving widow or widower. Contains 365 daily meditations to help lead people…
through the mourning process to a healing that only God can provide. 1997.The path: creating your mission statement for work and for life
By Laurie Beth Jones. 1996
This book provides inspirational and practical advice to lead readers through every step of both defining and fulfilling a mission.…
Proffering information for both business and life projects, the author discusses the three key elements of a successful mission statement. 1996.William Carey: father of missions (Heroes of the faith ; #6)
By Sam Wellman. 1997
A shoemaker turned missionary, William Carey was one of the first missionaries to India. He mastered the languages there and…
spent his life preaching, teaching, translating, and distributing Bibles. Amidst the millions of committed Christians in each generation, a handful rise to special prominence. Learn more about their exciting and inspiring lives in Barbour's "Heroes of the Faith" series. 1997.Why her?: 6 truths we need to hear when measuring up leaves us falling behind
By Nicki Koziarz. 2018
If success is defined in the eye of the beholder, who are you letting behold your success? Nicki Koziarz is…
confronting the comparison question: Why her? Through two striving sisters in the Bible, Nicki uncovered six truths we need to hear when trying to measure up leaves you falling behind. These six truths will help you stop staring at her success and find satisfaction in yours; find contentment with your life without being complacent in who you are becoming; gain godly wisdom to answer the 'Why Her?' silent question of your soul. Someone will always be ahead. But that doesn't mean you're behind. Because Truth, like always, will set us free. And free women don't have to measure up to anybody. Not even her. 2018.Why me Lord? (Victor adult elective/13 sessions)
By Paul W Powell. 1981
Why forgive?
By Johann Christoph Arnold. 2000
A pastor relates anecdotes about the power of forgiveness in everyday life. Includes stories of unhappy families, failed business deals,…
and victims of crime who find peace within themselves and with their offenders. c2000.Why Catholic?
By John J Delaney. 1979
Who put the skunk in the trunk?: learning to laugh when life stinks
By Phil Callaway. 1999
A collection of stories that shows the difference between those who resign and those who rejoice when reality bites. Author…
and humorist Phil Callaway reminds readers that "It's always darkest just before the fridge door opens." 1999.Who put my life on fast-forward?: How To Slow Down And Start Living Again
By Phil Callaway. 2002
Callaway's personal stories and those gleaned from millionaires, CEOs, and regular folks so tired they can hardly lace their Velcro…
tennis shoes show how God can help us live deliberately in a high speed culture. c2002.When the game is over, it all goes back in the box
By John Ortberg. 2007
A promotion. A new house. The rewards of winning at life's game can be thrilling. But eventually everything goes back…
into the box, and what ultimately matters is whether we've played according to God's rules. John Ortberg uses popular games and his trademark gift of storytelling to help us live our lives for the things that really count. 2007.When God doesn't make sense
By James Dobson. 1993
This book deals with life's most troubling question, the awesome "Why?" Drawing on his experience as a Christian psychologist and…
family counsellor, Dr. Dobson brings hope to those who have almost given up. This book also helps believers avoid "the betrayal barrier," the sense that God is abandoning them amidst the storms of life. 1993When bad things happen to good people
By Harold S Kushner. 1981
What's so amazing about grace?
By Philip Yancey. 1997
Religion author illustrates the impact of forgiveness and mercy through a series of personal anecdotes, historical events, and biblical stories.…
In "Babette's Feast," a destitute woman is taken in by two sisters and years later invites an entire community to a feast in thanksgiving. 1997.As a multilingual, medical missionary stationed in Jerusalem, the author witnessed one of the most momentous years in the history…
of the Jewish people, in 1948. A personal record of this time. 1998.Walking with God: talk to him, hear from him, really
By John Eldredge. 2008
Waiting for our souls to catch up: reason, ritual, and faith in our fallow time
By SU, Carol M Perry. 2016
In our frantic world, we all need time to stop and breathe. But how can we nurture our inner beings…
when the outer world demands so much? "Waiting for our souls to catch up" invites listeners to begin a journey of the heart and mind in which a small effort of faith, guided by reason, can yield huge spiritual dividends. From the small rituals that enhance our daily lives to the study of the historical and scriptural legacy shared by the world's great religions, this is an intelligent guide to the wisdom of the ages. 2016.Vivre réconcilié avec soi-même (Espace spirituel. Série Lève-toi et marche-- #3)
By Rémi Parent. 1998
Nos jours, faits de bonheurs petits et grands, sont de rires et de sourires. Ils sont aussi de pleurs, jours…
de mort qui portent le deuil de rêves éteints, d'amours fatiguées ou blessées. Si nous pouvions au moins choisir... Car nous sommes faits pour la vie, pour le bonheur. De cela nous sommes sûrs. Nous savons combien la santé, l'équilibre, l'amitié nous apportent joie et douceur. Pour exister pleinement, nous voudrions tant guérir magiquement des deuils qui fragilisent, parfois jusqu'à l'éteindre, notre appétit de vie. Mais le temps apprend aux hommes qu'ils ne peuvent jamais choisir entre la vie et la mort. Leur temps à eux est tissé de ces deux réalités indissociables. Comment vivre alors une existence réconciliée? Comment entrer dans une réconciliation qui, même au jour de mort, me garderait en vie, ferait de moi un artisan de vie? Bien plus, semblable réconciliation est-elle possible? C'est la seule question avec laquelle, au bout du compte, nous sommes toujours en train de lutter. 1998.