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The question that never goes away: why
By Philip Yancey. 2013
“Where is God when it hurts?” That question formed the title of my first real book, more than 30 years…
ago. In 2012 I was asked to speak on this topic in three places of great suffering: in Japan, for the one-year anniversary of the tsunami that killed 20,000; in Sarajevo, which endured the longest siege in modern warfare; and in Newtown, Connecticut, a town in sorrow after a gunman killed 20 school children at Sandy Hook. What I learned in these places gave me much new insight on what hope and comfort faith offers to all of us who go through hard times, in tragedies large and small.” 2013.The problem of pain
By C. S Lewis. 1940
"If God is good and all-powerful, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain?" And what of the suffering…
of animals, who neither deserve pain nor can be improved by it? C. S. Lewis offers answers to these crucial questions and shares his hope and wisdom to help heal a world hungering for a true understanding of human nature. c1940.The prayer experiment: discovering a prayer that could change your world
By Jay Dennis, Marilyn Jeffcoat. 2001
A book that shows how the obscure prayer of the Old Testament believer Jabez can result in a process of…
life transformation in which God pours out his blessings on us and our churches resulting in a god-sized impact on our worlds. c2001.The me I want to be: becoming God's best version of you
By John Ortberg. 2010
John Ortberg will help you discover spiritual vitality like never before as you learn to 'live in the flow of…
the spirit.' He has organized his thoughts and God's words into a straightforward and timely guide for living your best life. c2010.The life of Thomas More
By Peter Ackroyd. 1998
This account of More's life concentrates upon the essence of the man, who gave his life in the service of…
the old faith. The paradox which emerges between the successful and ambitious careerist Lord Chancellor to Henry VIII's Court, and the private personality of the man who remained guarded and silent about his spirituality and deep piety, explains why More, regarded as the most brilliant Englishman of his age, has remained an enigma for 500 years. 1998.The lifegiving parent: giving your child a life worth living for Christ
By Sally Clarkson, Clay Clarkson. 2018
Respected authors and parents Clay and Sally Clarkson explore eight key principles--heartbeats of lifegiving parenting--to shed light on what it…
means to create a home where your children will experience the living God in your family. 2018.The lady, her lover, and her Lord
By T. D Jakes. 1998
A Christian bishop with a weekly television broadcast exhorts women to develop their three most important relationships: with themselves, with…
their husbands, and with God. Suggests empowerment strategies supported by biblical verses to help promote peace and healing. Offers advice on relationships for both men and women. c1998.The irrational season (Crosswicks journal. #3.)
By Madeleine L'Engle. 1977
L'Engle presents a self-exploration through the liturgical seasons of the year that combines anecdotes, poetry, letters, and a discussion of…
human relationships. She reaffirms her commitment to Christianity. Sequel to "The summer of the great-grandmother". 1977. (The Crosswicks journal ; 3)Your holiness: discover the light within
By Debbie Ford. 2018
A recently discovered unpublished work by beloved spiritual teacher and number one New York Times bestselling author Debbie Ford about…
the process of discovering the astonishing potential of the holiness that resides in each of us. 2018.Your girl: Raising A Godly Daughter In An Ungodly World
By Vicki Courtney. 2004
Your heart's desire: instructions for creating the life you really want
By Sonia Choquette, Patrick Tully. 1997
Using examples drawn from her students and clients, a teacher interprets spiritual laws and suggests applications. Proposes nine creative principles…
for achieving miracles, joy, a sense of abundance, security, and peace. Reflects on Jesus' and Buddha's influences in her life. Provides a step-by-step approach to experiencing God's love. c1997.God is young: a conversation with Thomas Leoncini
By Pope Francis. 2018
Since his election in 2013, Pope Francis has reinvigorated the Catholic Church and become one of the most popular global…
leaders. Now, in this interview with journalist Thomas Leoncini, His Holiness reminds Catholics of all ages that "God is young; He is always new." God has energy, spontaneity, and the desire for change - youthful qualities that can be rallied to fight the many problems facing the Catholic Church and the world at large. Pope Francis's solution to these challenges is simple: a "revolution of tenderness" that unites believers of all ages in a mission to remake the world. 2018.L'imitation de Jésus-Christ
By Jérôme De Gonnelieu. 1989
Chef-d'oeuvre de la littérature spirituelle du 14e siècle, "L'imitation de Jesus-Christ" introduit au mystère du Christ à la fois Homme…
et Dieu, à l'union avec Dieu dans le mystère de l'Eucharistie. Ce livre n'enseigne pas une doctrine, mais se veut plutôt un guide spirituel. 1989.Le chemin le moins fréquenté: apprendre à vivre avec la vie (A Touchstone book)
By M. Scott Peck. 1987
La vie est difficile; vérité d'évidence dira-t-on. Mais vérité masquée par les mensonges qu'on se fait à soi-même, par les…
protections sociales dont nous sommes bardés. Une discipline intérieure, nous dit Scott Peck, peut nous aider à venir à bout des idées fausses et à vivre en paix. 1987. Titre uniforme: The road less traveled.On verra bien (Vivre autrement ; #2)
By Roland Roux. 1982
Un homme dans la quarantaine, devenu aveugle à la suite d'un accident de chasse, raconte comment il a réussi sa…
réintégration dans la vie familiale, sociale, professionnelle et culturelle. Orientation chrétienne. Annexes centrées sur l'aspect médical de la cécité. 1982.Love is more than words: with excerpts from the diary of founder pastor E.J. Christoffel
By Siegfried Wiesinger, Ernst J Christoffel. 1983
Currents of the heart: glimpses of God in the stream of life
By Gigi Tchividjian. 1996
Filled with encouragement for women of all ages, this text sensitively addresses women's most basic emotional and spiritual needs. Beautifully…
designed, this collection of intimate inspirational readings helps women respond to daylight-to-darkness tasks and pressures by focusing on the Lord's encouragement and peace. 1996.Grace happens: stories of everyday encounters with grace
By Bob Libby. 1994
A collection of stories in which the author sees the influence of God's grace in everyday life. Relates incidents of…
forgiveness and reconciliation, courage, healing, or a change in life's direction. Includes reflections, Scripture verses, and prayers. 1994.Holy the firm
By Annie Dillard. 1977
Dear Mr. Brown: letters to a person perplexed about religion
By Harry Emerson Fosdick. 1961
These letters written to a college student deal with a wide range of realistic religious problems. The clearly stated views…
of the author are based on his many years in the radio ministry. 1961.