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Psychology, Christianity, Inspirational and family life
In a world permeated by religious strife, renewed interest in issues of faith necessitates a journey beyond the orthodox institutions… many have come to mistrust. This new brand of "seeker" is looking for an open and safe environment in which to discuss unique interpretations of consciousness, spirituality, ethics, and philosophy through the world's complex mosaic of beliefs and customs. Includes lectures by Jungian therapist Marion Woodman, Lt. General Roméo Dallaire, and Stephen Lewis. Descriptions of violence. 2006.
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Religion, Christianity
"Cet ouvrage traite de la liberté, un thème qui imprègne toute loeuvre, la pensée et la vie même de Pierre… Ganne. Une liberté plus que jamais à conquérir en notre monde qui nous inonde de sollicitations et de directives de toutes sortes en matière dhabillement, de modes de vie, de courants spiritualistes ou philosophiques... Sommes-nous si sûrs dêtre libres devant ces offres? Qui, de notre personnage ou de notre personne, répond à ces propositions? Pierre Ganne éveille à la responsabilité de devenir un être vrai. En homme libre, il respecte la liberté de chacun. Ne proposant ni méthode ni conseils pratiques, il signale les pièges, les fausses pistes et les voies de facilité qui conduisent trop souvent à la déception. Et surtout, il sait mettre en perspective lappel secret de Dieu en lêtre humain: "Deviens toi-même!" -- 4e de couv.
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Religion, Christianity
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Canadian non-fiction, Canadian authors (Non-fiction), Social issues, Aging (social issues)
"Nous les connaissons bien : ils font partie des grands noms que nous avons toujours admirés. Ils ont tous passé… l'âge de la retraite, et ils continuent! Avec toujours autant d'ardeur et d'enthousiasme. Catherine Bergman leur a demandé leurs secrets. La réponse est unanime : la passion l'emporte sur l'âge. Des vies exceptionnelles, des réussites professionnelles incontestables, voilà peut-être ce qui leur permet de parler avec autant de franchise et d'humour des obstacles qu'ils rencontrent sur le chemin de la vieillesse. [...] En plus, Catherine Bergman rapporte en conclusion le fruit de ses échanges avec des experts de la médecine et des sciences sociales dont les recherches sur le vieillissement rejoignent les trente et un témoignages recueillis". -- 4e de couv.
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Business and economics, Social issues
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Social issues, Canadian authors (Non-fiction)
Despite its reputation as a carnival of vice, Tijuana was, until recently, no more or less violent than neighboring San… Diego, its sister city across the border wall. But then something changed. Over the past ten years, Mexico's third-largest city became one of the world's most dangerous. Tijuana's murder rate skyrocketed and produced a staggering number of female victims. Hundreds of women are now found dead in the city each year, or bound and mutilated along the highway that lines the Baja coast. When Dan Werb began to study these murders in 2013, rather than viewing them in isolation, he discovered that they could only be understood as one symptom among many. Environmental toxins, drug overdoses, HIV transmission: all were killing women at overwhelming rates. As an epidemiologist, trained to track epidemics by mining data, Werb sensed the presence of a deeper contagion targeting Tijuana's women. Not a virus, but some awful wrong buried in the city's social order, cutting down its most vulnerable inhabitants from multiple directions. Werb's search for the ultimate causes of Tijuana's femicide casts new light on immigration, human trafficking, addiction, and the true cost of American empire-building. It leads Werb all the way from factory slums to drug dens to the corridors of police corruption, as he follows a thread that ultimately leads to a surprising turn back over the border, looking northward. 2019
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Christianity, Islam
The First Crusade (1095–9) has often been characterised as a head-to-head confrontation between the forces of Christianity and Islam. For… many, it is the campaign that created a lasting rupture between these two faiths. Nevertheless, is such a characterisation borne out by the sources? Engagingly written and supported by a wealth of evidence, Encountering Islam on the First Crusade offers a major reinterpretation of the crusaders' attitudes towards the Arabic and Turkic peoples they encountered on their journey to Jerusalem. Nicholas Morton considers how they interpreted the new peoples, civilizations and landscapes they encountered; sights for which their former lives in Western Christendom had provided little preparation. Morton offers a varied picture of cross cultural relations, depicting the Near East as an arena in which multiple protagonists were pitted against each other. Some were fighting for supremacy, others for their religion, many simply for survival.
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Christianity, Religion
An examination of the sacred botany and the pagan origins and rituals of Christmas • Analyzes the symbolism of the… many plants associated with Christmas • Reveals the shamanic rituals that are at the heart of the Christmas celebration The day on which many commemorate the birth of Christ has its origins in pagan rituals that center on tree worship, agriculture, magic, and social exchange. But Christmas is no ordinary folk observance. It is an evolving feast that over the centuries has absorbed elements from cultures all over the world--practices that give plants and plant spirits pride of place. In fact, the symbolic use of plants at Christmas effectively transforms the modern-day living room into a place of shamanic ritual. Christian Rätsch and Claudia Müller-Ebeling show how the ancient meaning of the botanical elements of Christmas provides a unique view of the religion that existed in Europe before the introduction of Christianity. The fir tree was originally revered as the sacred World Tree in northern Europe. When the church was unable to drive the tree cult out of people’s consciousness, it incorporated the fir tree by dedicating it to the Christ child. Father Christmas in his red-and-white suit, who flies through the sky in a sleigh drawn by reindeer, has his mythological roots in the shamanic reindeer-herding tribes of arctic Europe and Siberia. These northern shamans used the hallucinogenic fly agaric mushroom, which is red and white, to make their soul flights to the other world. Apples, which figure heavily in Christmas baking, are symbols of the sun god Apollo, so they find a natural place at winter solstice celebrations of the return of the sun. In fact, the authors contend that the emphasis of Christmas on green plants and the promise of the return of life in the dead of winter is just an adaptation of the pagan winter solstice celebration.
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Christianity
Why did God have to murder his only son to pay our debts? What kind of vengeful, violent God can… only be satisfied by vicarious blood atonement? In Executing God, theologian Sharon Baker presents a biblically based and theologically sound critique of popular theories of the atonement. Concerned about the number of acts of violence performed in the name of God, Baker challenges cultural assumptions about the death of Jesus and its meaning to Christians. She ultimately offers a constructive alternate view of atonement based on God's forgiveness that opens up salvation to a wider group of people.
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Christianity
Mainline denominations in the United States are in crisis. These institutions-created in and for modernity-are now facing a changed, postmodern… culture. Hamm faces the crisis, examining its origins, and offers sound advice on how to lead to church to make the adaptive changes needed to thrive in postmodern times.
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Christianity, Death and bereavement
With over a million copies sold one s pastor s personal experience with devastating grief… and learning to heal through faith has touched countless hearts John Claypool had been a pastor for almost two decades ministering to others who suffered through the loss of loved ones when loss hit home with the death of his eight-year-old daughter In Tracks of a Fellow Struggler Rev Claypool shares his own journey through the darkness of heartbreaking grief through four extraordinary sermons The first was delivered just eleven days after his daughter s diagnosis of leukemia the second after her first major relapse nine months later and the third weeks after her death The final sermon an inspiring reflection on the process of grieving was preached three years later Loss is something we must all cope with and one of the greatest spiritual challenges is sustaining faith when life seems most unfair sometimes tragic With a depth of compassion born of his own personal experience the author of Mending the Heart brings emotional comfort and spiritual strength to anyone who has suffered the loss of a loved one
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Christianity
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General non-fiction, Christianity
We have met evangelists—and they are not us. Sympathetic to the discomfort his students have about evangelism, Mark Teasdale gives… us this refreshing, practical look at sharing the good news. He opens up a nonthreatening space, helping us learn how to express the gospel in a manner true to what we believe, authentic to who we are, and compelling to others.
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Social issues
A powerful collection of essays from actors activists athletes politicians musicians writers and teens… including Senator Amy Klobuchar actress Alia Shawkat actor Maulik Pancholy poet Azure Antoinette teen activist Gavin Grimm and many many more each writing about a time in their youth when they were held back because of their race gender or sexual identity--but persisted Aren t you a terrorist There are no roles for people who look like you That s a sin No girls allowed They ve heard it all Actress Alia Shawkat reflects on all the parts she was told she was too ethnic to play Former NFL player Wade Davis recalls his bullying of gay classmates in an attempt to hide his own sexuality Teen Gavin Grimm shares the story that led to the infamous bathroom bill and how he s fighting it Holocaust survivor Fanny Starr tells of her harrowing time in Aushwitz where she watched her family disappear one by one What made them rise up through the hate What made them overcome the obstacles of their childhood to achieve extraordinary success How did they break out of society s limited view of who they are and find their way to the beautiful and hard-won lives they live today With a foreword by Minnesota senator and up-and-coming Democratic party leader Amy Klobuchar these essays share deeply personal stories of resilience faith love and yes persistence Each tale is a soulful testament to the endurance of the human spirit and reminds readers that they are not alone in their search for self An unflinchingly honest book that should be required reading for every young person in America --Kirkus Starred review An invaluable collection of snapshots of American society --VOYA Starred review A gem of a book There s a lot to study here and talk about on the way to becoming kinder more empathetic and most important compassionate --Booklist Readers encountering injustice in their own lives may be compelled to take heart--and even action --Publishers Weekly A powerful collection of voices --SLJ
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Christianity, Judaism
This book examines literary analogies in Christian and Jewish sources, culminating in an in-depth analysis of striking parallels and connections… between Christian monastic texts (the Apophthegmata Patrum or 'The Sayings of the Desert Fathers') and Babylonian Talmudic traditions. The importance of the monastic movement in the Persian Empire, during the time of the composition and redaction of the Babylonian Talmud, fostered a literary connection between the two religious populations. The shared literary elements in the literatures of these two elite religious communities sheds new light on the surprisingly inclusive nature of the Talmudic corpora and on the non-polemical nature of elite Jewish-Christian literary relations in late antique Persia.
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Christianity
Are these the last days? Could Jesus return at any time to establish his thousand-year reign on earth? What is… the nature of Christ’s millennial kingdom referred to in the book of Revelation? What must happen before Jesus returns, and what part does the church play? Three predominant views held by evangelicals seek to answer these and related questions: premillennial, postmillennial, and amillennial. This book gives each view a forum for presentation, critique, and defense. Besides each contributor’s personal perspective, various interpretations of the different positions are discussed in the essays. Three Views on the Millennium and Beyond lets you compare and contrast three important eschatological viewpoints to gain a better understanding of how Christianity’s great hope, the return of Jesus, is understood by the church. The Counterpoints series provides a forum for comparison and critique of different views on issues important to Christians. Counterpoints books address two categories: Church Life and Bible and Theology. Complete your library with other books in the Counterpoints series.
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Christianity
Found Art is a memoir of the year author Leeana Tankersley lived in the Middle East with her Navy SEAL… husband during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. After a whirlwind courtship, a move across the world, and the unexpectedly difficult re-entry from a year overseas, Leeana finds her life (and her soul) has been changed forever. With an artist’s eye, Tankersley uses each chapter to piece together moments and memories from her journey—a handwritten note from Kuwait, a braid of fringe from a Persian rug, an original poem, a bit of basting thread, a swatch of black silk from a borrowed abaya, a mesquite leaf, a Navy SEAL trident, a receipt from the Russian-Georgian restaurant on Louisiana Street—to create a work of unexpected beauty. Found art emerges … a literary collage created from salvaged stories of loss, hope, and belief that just might change your soul, too.
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General non-fiction, Christianity, Inspirational and family life
Young children live with awe and wonder as their daily companions. But as they grow, worries often crowd out wonder.… Knowing this, how can parents strengthen their kids’ love for the world so it sticks around for the long haul? Thankfully, parents have at their fingertips a miracle vaccine—one that can boost their kids' immunity to the world’s distractions. Well-chosen stories connect us with others, even those on the other side of the globe. Build your kids’ lives on a story-solid foundation and you’ll give them armor to shield themselves from the world’s cynicism. You’ll give them confidence to persevere in the face of life’s conflicts. You’ll give them a reservoir of compassion that spills over into a lifetime of love in action. Give Your Child the World features inspiring stories, practical suggestions, and carefully curated reading lists of the best children’s literature for each area of the globe. Reading lists are organized by region, country, and age range (ages 4-12). Each listing includes a brief description of the book, its themes, and any content of which parents should be aware.Parents can introduce their children to the world from the comfort of home by simply opening a book together. Give Your Child the World is poised to become a bestselling family reading treasury that promotes literacy, develops a global perspective, and strengthens family bonds while increasing faith and compassion.
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Christianity, Science and technology
And Jesus said to them Go into all the world and proclaim the Gospel to the… whole creation Mark 16 15 ESV The need for proclaiming the Good News to the world has never been greater Recent statistics reveal that 63 of Americans go to church less than once a month and almost half of that group never set foot inside a church That puts us in a dilemma If those in need of the message of salvation through Jesus Christ aren t coming to our churches how do we reach them How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard And how are they to hear without someone preaching And how are they to preach unless they are sent Romans 10 14-15 ESV Salem Media Group has an answer Radio Nielsen Media Research the world s leader in media data has found traditional AM FM terrestrial radio still retains its undiminished appeal for listeners 91 of Americans aged 12 and older listen to this form of radio When radio is amplified with new technology its reach is powerful When matched with biblical preaching and teaching God s Kingdom expands Not only are the lost led to salvation they are drawn to your church putting them where they need to be to become disciples This book details how a local Salem Media radio platform can partner with your church to fulfill the Great Commission and grow your ministry From the why to the how we give you everything you need to prayerfully consider this opportunity to pierce the darkness in your community with the Light of the World
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Actors biography, Religious biography, Christianity, Inspirational and family life
Between Heaven & Hollywood is David’s inspirational journey from the wheat fields of his Mennonite home outside of Dodge City… Kansas, to the bright lights of Los Angeles. This story of perseverance will assure you that your dreams aren’t frivolous. They might be the most important part of your life. White has starred in more than twenty-five movies and produced forty films, including the blockbuster God’s Not Dead. He serves as a Managing Partner of Pure Flix, the largest faith-based movie studio in the world. With his signature wit and sidesplitting hilarity, David’s story of faithfulness, grounded in the biblical truth that no dream is too big for God, will inspire you to relentlessly pursue your dreams, and in the process, bring the reality of God’s kingdom a little closer to the here and now. God has planted a dream in your heart that is both unique to you and essential to the world. White reminds us that there is no one too common, too uneducated, too poor, too inexperienced, or too broken that he or she cannot be used by God.