God at the Edge
Title | God at the Edge PDF eBook |
Author | Niles Goldstein |
Publisher | Harmony |
Pages | 224 |
Release | 2010-03-10 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 0307556433 |
Here is a book about adventure, raw experience, and facing inner demons. Niles Elliot Goldstein is a young rabbi who sets out to find God in tough and often scary situations: dogsledding above the Arctic Circle, taking the Silk Road into Central Asia without a visa, being chased by a grizzly bear, cruising with DEA agents through the South Bronx, and spending a night in jail in New York City's Tombs. He explores the connections between struggle and growth, fear and transcendence, and uncertainty and faith, seeking the boundary where the finite meets the Infinite. Goldstein is not alone in making this kind of pilgrimage. There has always been a strong tradition of seekers who looked for revelation outside conventional religious settings and encountered God in moments of anguish, terror, and pain. Goldstein juxtaposes his own experiences with those of some of the great historical figures of Judaism and Christianity—Jonah and St. John of the Cross, Moses Maimonides and Julian of Norwich, Nachman of Bratslav and Martin Luther—as well as lesser known mystics and preachers, and he discovers, as they did, that it can sometimes take a journey to the edge to recognize God's presence in our lives.
Discipleship on the Edge
Title | Discipleship on the Edge PDF eBook |
Author | Darrell W. Johnson |
Publisher | Regent College Publishing |
Pages | 420 |
Release | 2004 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 9781573832120 |
Revelation is probably the most read, but least understood book of the Bible. History is replete with examples of how not to interpret it, and books featuring end-of-world prophecy claims based on Revelation consistently top the bestseller lists. But how can the message of such an enigmatic book be applied to our lives today? In Discipleship on the Edge, Darrell W. Johnson drives home the challenging and practical message of Revelation in thirty carefully crafted sermons. Paying careful attention to the original context of Revelation and the circumstances surrounding its composition, Johnson shows that the book is not a "crystal ball" but rather a "discipleship manual." Thoroughly researched and yet accessible, this collection of sermons is a helpful resource for pastors and small group leaders who are looking for models to help them preach and teach the message of Revelation in a time when there is much confusion about the end times. Darrell W. Johnson serves as Scholar-in-Residence at The Way Church and Canadian Church Leaders Network in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. A popular conference and retreat speaker, he has also served as the preaching pastor for a number of congregations in North America and the Philippines, as well as serving as Adjunct Professor of Preaching for the Doctor of Ministry program at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California, and a Teaching Fellow at Regent College. His other books include Experiencing the Trinity and Fifty-Seven Words That Change The World.
The Edge of Words
Title | The Edge of Words PDF eBook |
Author | Rowan Williams |
Publisher | A&C Black |
Pages | 224 |
Release | 2014-09-25 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1472910451 |
The Edge of Words is Rowan Williams' first book since standing down as Archbishop of Canterbury. Invited to give the prestigious 2014 Gifford Lectures, Dr Williams has produced a scholarly but eminently accessible account of the possibilities of speaking about God – taking as his point of departure the project of natural theology. Dr Williams enters into dialogue with thinkers as diverse as Augustine and Simone Weil and authors such as Joyce, Hardy, Burgess and Hoban in what is a compelling essay about the possibility of language about God.
Good to Great in God's Eyes
Title | Good to Great in God's Eyes PDF eBook |
Author | Chip Ingram |
Publisher | Baker Books |
Pages | 240 |
Release | 2007 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 0801012937 |
Bestselling author Ingram shows how Christians can honor God with lives of great faith and excellent work. Using Scripture, personal stories, and examples from Christians who have left a lasting legacy, Ingram offers practical steps for becoming great in all areas of life.
The Real Heaven
Title | The Real Heaven PDF eBook |
Author | Chip Ingram |
Publisher | Baker Books |
Pages | 159 |
Release | 2016-02-23 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1493401548 |
Heaven has received a lot of attention in recent years as bestselling books and movies have told the stories of people who claim to have been there. But what does the Bible actually say about heaven? What difference does it make? What happens the moment after we die? What will our relationships be like in heaven? Chip Ingram sets aside the hype and myths and digs into the Scriptures to discover what God actually wants us to know about the hereafter. Most importantly, Ingram shows why our understanding of heaven matters now, in this life. Because what we believe about heaven actually affects us today in ways we may not have imagined.
Love, Sex, and Lasting Relationships
Title | Love, Sex, and Lasting Relationships PDF eBook |
Author | Chip Ingram |
Publisher | Baker Books |
Pages | 231 |
Release | 2014-12-30 |
Genre | Family & Relationships |
ISBN | 1441222448 |
God wants his children to have a lasting relationship and great sex--the results of a deep, meaningful love that is rooted in commitment. Now updated and with a fresh new cover, Love, Sex, and Lasting Relationships helps readers walk a path to true love that is more fulfilling than they ever imagined. "There's a better way to find love, stay in love, and grow in intimacy for a lifetime," says Chip Ingram. It's God's way. Whether single or married, happy or searching for hope, readers will discover that by following God's prescription, they can create a love that lasts.
Discover Your True Self
Title | Discover Your True Self PDF eBook |
Author | Chip Ingram |
Publisher | Baker Books |
Pages | 240 |
Release | 2020-08-18 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1493421395 |
Seeing yourself as God sees you is essential to overcoming your deepest struggles, having healthy relationships, living in freedom, and fulfilling your life purpose. Yet most of us look at ourselves with warped mirrors, believing lies that lead to shame, guilt, fear, insecurity, and spiritual stagnation. The lies of our past keep us stuck, struggling with the same issues and habits for years. But according to the first three chapters of Ephesians, that's not how God sees us at all. Pastor and author Chip Ingram wants to open your eyes to your true self, the "new you" that God sees, the person who is immeasurably valuable and beautiful. In this Scripture-soaked book, he shows you how getting God's perspective - satisfies your search for significance - undoes your shame - makes you secure - frees you from comparing yourself with others - helps you discover your calling - and more Are you ready to see yourself as God sees you? Then let Chip Ingram show you how to silence the lies of your past and experience your true identity.