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By Robert L Schenck. 2018
A leading American evangelical minister--whom public figures long turned to for guidance in faith and politics--recounts his three conversions, from…
childhood Jewish roots to Christianity, from a pure faith to a highly politicized one, and from the religious right to the simplicity of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. In this inspiring memoir, he reflects on his path to God, his unconscious abandonment of his principles, and his return to the convictions that guide him. "Costly Grace" is a fascinating and ultimately redemptive account of one man's life in politics and faith. 2018.By Scott M Marshall, Scott Derrickson. 2017
Based on years of research and original interviews, this book sorts through the myths and misunderstandings and reveals Dylan to…
be both traditional and radical in the way he expresses his spiritual quest for purpose and meaning. 2017.By Michael Massing. 2018
A deeply textured dual biography and intellectual history that examines two of the greatest minds of European history--Desiderius Erasmus and…
Martin Luther--whose heated rivalry gave rise to two enduring, fundamental, and often colliding traditions of philosophical and religious thought. 2018.By Tim Wendel, Martin Brecher. 2018
When Eric Wendel was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 1966, the survival rate was less than 10 percent. Today,…
it is 90 percent. Tim Wendel soon discovered that many of the doctors at the forefront of this effort cared for his brother at Roswell Park in Buffalo, New York. Wendel went in search of this extraordinary group, interviewing Lucius Sinks, James Holland, Donald Pinkel, and others. Part family memoir and part medical narrative, this book explores how the Wendel family found the courage to move ahead with their lives. 2018.By Rachel Jeffs. 2017
By George M Marsden. 2016
Describes how Lewis gradually went from being an atheist to a committed Anglican, and how he delivered his wartime talks…
to a traumatized British nation in the midst of an all-out war for survival. Recounts how versions of those talks were collected together in 1952 under the title "Mere Christianity", and how the book became one of the most widely read presentations of essential Christianity ever published, particularly among American evangelicals. Examines its role in the conversion experiences of such figures as Charles Colson, who read the book while facing arrest due to the Watergate scandal. Explores its relationship with Lewis's Narnia books and other writings, and explains why Lewis's plainspoken case for Christianity continues to have its critics and ardent admirers to this day. 2016.By Andrew Weil, Michael Backes, Jack D McCue. 2017
Written by Michael Backes, a respected expert in the field, this book describes the history of medical marijuana and provides…
an explanation of how cannabis works with the body's own endocannabinoid system. Backes goes on to explore in detail twenty-seven of the most popular cannabis varieties, how to identify them, the differences between them, and the medical conditions for which patients have reported effectiveness. 2017.By John K Young. 2008
In this course, Howard University professor John K. Young looks at how the human body is constructed and how it…
can malfunction if not properly maintained. These lectures address not only the basic anatomical bones and organs that constitute the human form, but also the role each plays in the synchronized effort to keep us alive. 2008.By Greg Tobin. 2006
Who is the German-born Joseph Ratzinger? Tobin sheds light on every chapter of the new Pope's life, from his childhood…
to his seminary education and through the career that led him to the papacy. Tobin also provides an insider's look at the conclave that captivated the entire world while electing Ratzinger as the new Pope. And finally, Tobin discusses the significant issues facing today's Church while offering insightful observations on how Benedict XVI is likely to react to these concerns. 2006.By Margaret T Jensen. 1982
A collection of stories by the daughter of Elvine Johannessen, who arrived at Ellis Island on an ocean liner from…
Norway. She married Elius Tweten, a minister whose call from God took them to several cities in the U.S. and northern Canada, where they opened their hearts and home to other immigrants. The author describes her close-knit family and their unwavering religious faith. 1982.By Lawrence Cunningham. 1993
Francis of Assisi is counted among the most important personalities of history. The life and ideals of this humble, semiliterate…
medieval monk have had a shaping influence on the Christian Church that has spilled over into Western culture at large. This biography looks anew at Francis's life and legacy, seeking to counter efforts to romanticize him yet without diminishing his deep piety or abiding significance. 1993.By William Christian. 1993
George Grant was one of the most original and influential thinkers Canada has produced. Although trained in history and law,…
Grant was known for his work in philosophy, religion, and politics. Christian discusses Grant's work and thought, making clear Grant's pacifism and profound belief in Christianity. c1993.By Matthew S DeVane. 2006
An owner's manual for the heart for anyone who has been diagnosed with heart disease or who wants to prevent…
it. Explores the warning signs of a heart attack; the "Big Five" killers: hypertension, diabetes, smoking, obesity, and a sedentary lifestyle; and stress tests. Also explains how to determine your personal risk factors, 101 things you can do to prevent a heart attack, and nutrition, dieting, heart-healthy superfoods, and supplements. c2006.By Fred Rogers. 1988
By Lin Berwick. 2012
"God's Rich Pattern" is a series of meditations written for those of us who are struggling on our spiritual journey.…
The starting point for reflection in each chapter is an episode from the author's own remarkable life, and few could fail to be both humbled and inspired by the honesty of this autobiographical approach. 2012.By Julien Green. 1985
An account of the life of Francesco Bernardone, the riotous son of a silk merchant who underwent a dramatic transformation,…
and eventually was recognized as a saint in his own lifetime. 1985. Uniform title: Frère François.By Duane W. H Arnold, C. George Fry. 1990
By Margaret Fishback Powers. 1993
The true story of an inspirational poem that Powers had written in the 1960's, then lost when her family moved…
across the country to Vancouver in the early 1980's. It resurfaced several years later on plaques, cards, calendars, and posters. 1993.By Tony Hendra. 2004
At 14 years old, Tony began an affair with a married woman that ended when the jilted husband, a devout…
Roman Catholic, sent Tony to a Benedictine abbey. There, Tony met the remarkably kind and compassionate Father Joe. For the next four decades, Father Joe's guidance never faltered, even as Tony failed in marriage, fought substance abuse, and struggled to find meaning. Bestseller. 2004.By Diane Stein. 1995
This presentation includes the history of Reiki, hand positions, giving treatments, and the initiations. While no book can replace directly…
received Reiki attunements, this book provides everything else that the practitioner and teacher of this system needs, including all three degrees of Reiki, most of it in print for the first time. 1995.