Download or read book Sabbatical written by Liz Mitten Ryan and published by Booksurge Llc. This book was released on 2008-11-01 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sabbatical- resting is the miraculous power of IsnessPress releaseHaving spent 10 years living close to nature in the company of her horses, dogs, and cats Liz Mitten Ryan has co-authored four books describing a state of enlightened connection attained through this experience. Sabbatical- resting in the miraculous power of Isness describes the universal journey to discover life's truth and higher meaning. It will lead you along a pathway to your true and immortal self.'Many spiritual teachers tell us that living in the present moment is the secret path to enlightenment. If we can let go of the past, the future, and time itself - still our busy mind, then the ego will be forgotten and in that brief instant we connect with God.The biggest secret in this method is when thought ceases, quiet remains and in that quiet we let go of our physical identification and allow our spiritual truth to resonate within us. This truth is our heritage, it is from whence we came and to where we will return. In between we glimpse a memory of it in rare moments of selflessness; rare moments of reconnection with our higher selves and in turn God.' When we touch God we experience Isness. 'Isness' is the glorious state of God manifested in his entire creative splendor here and on all planes. It is the active form of being, more a becoming, an awakening journey carrying one towards the adventure of vibrant aliveness, L.I.F.E (Love in finite Expression) forever.'Sabbatical- resting is the miraculous power of IsnessPress releaseHaving spent 10 years living close to nature in the company of her horses, dogs, and cats Liz Mitten Ryan has co-authored four books describing a state of enlightened connection attained through this experience. Sabbatical- resting in the miraculous power of Isness describes the universal journey to discover life's truth and higher meaning. It will lead you along a pathway to your true and immortal self.'Many spiritual teachers tell us that living in the present moment is the secret path to enlightenment. If we can let go of the past, the future, and time itself - still our busy mind, then the ego will be forgotten and in that brief instant we connect with God.The biggest secret in this method is when thought ceases, quiet remains and in that quiet we let go of our physical identification and allow our spiritual truth to resonate within us. This truth is our heritage, it is from whence we came and to where we will return. In between we glimpse a memory of it in rare moments of selflessness; rare moments of reconnection with our higher selves and in turn God.' When we touch God we experience Isness. 'Isness' is the glorious state of God manifested in his entire creative splendor here and on all planes. It is the active form of being, more a becoming, an awakening journey carrying one towards the adventure of vibrant aliveness, L.I.F.E (Love in finite Expression) forever.'Sabbatical- resting is the miraculous power of IsnessPress releaseHaving spent 10 years living close to nature in the company of her horses, dogs, and cats Liz Mitten Ryan has co-authored four books describing a state of enlightened connection attained through this experience. Sabbatical- resting in the miraculous power of Isness describes the universal journey to discover life's truth and higher meaning. It will lead you along a pathway to your true and immortal self.'Many spiritual teachers tell us that living in the present moment is the secret path to enlightenment. If we can let go of the past, the future, and time itself - still our busy mind, then the ego will be forgotten and in that brief instant we connect with God.The biggest secret in this method is when thought ceases, quiet remains and in that quiet we let go of our physical identification and allow our spiritual truth to resonate within us. This truth is our heritage, it is from whence we came and to where we will return. In between we glimpse a memory of it in rare moments of

Download or read book Unbridled Faith written by Cara Whitney and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2018-06-05 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the timeless wisdom of God's Word through this beautiful horse devotional. Horses nuzzle their way into our hearts and have a way of teaching us a lot about ourselves, about life, and even about God. Just ask horse enthusiast Cara Whitney, wife of comedian and actor Dan Whitney (aka Larry the Cable Guy). Through years spent working with these majestic animals, Cara Whitney has learned countless spiritual lessons that have brought her closer to God. She shares those stories in Unbridled Faith. In 100 heartfelt devotions with stunning photography, you'll: Learn about being flexible in your faith from a gangly legged colt. Discover the secret to overcoming temptation through a horse's "sneak and eat" game. From a pony with a sweet tooth, find out why we should be glad God doesn't answer yes to all of our prayers. Be reminded that you are priceless to God by a one-eyed quarter horse named Roanie. This devotional is perfect for anyone who adores horses and the simple farm life.

Download or read book Horses Speak of God written by Laurie M. Brock and published by Paraclete Press. This book was released on 2018-04-24 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How one woman’s love for horses led her to a deeper love of God With edgy honesty and humor, Laurie Brock invites all who have longed for a deeper encounter with God to join her in the saddle (and occasionally on the ground) to discover how horses’ ways of knowing can help humans discover God speaking to us. This book—from a powerful, vulnerable, clergy author—is for anyone who struggles with the experience of faith in the institutional church, or who feels they have connected with God on a deep level outside of church, in everyday pastimes, or in emotional moments. “A beautifully written meditation on belief, the holy, and the healing power of horses. Mertonian in its wisdom, this profound book not only helped me see the magic of animals in everyday life, but allowed me a better understanding of my own faith journey in the Episcopal Church.” —SILAS HOUSE, novelist, author of Southernmost “Brock writes beautifully, with depth and passion. She gives us a sense of how horses—powerful, beautiful animals—might teach us about ourselves and God.” —REV. CANON SCOTT GUNN, Executive Director, Forward Movement

Download or read book Lessons from Horses written by Randy Helm and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2018-10-19 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Randy Helm was raised on a ranch in Arizona. He went on to become a police officer, chaplain and pastor. In 2012 he was hired to develop and supervise the wild horse inmate program for Arizona State Prison. Randy developed a program to train convicted felons who had never touched a horse, to effectively gentle and train horses that had never been touched by a person. Getting the past behind you, The power of "one thing", Faith, Learning from failure and Overcoming abuse are just a few of the lessons in this book. The training program and the transformation in horses and inmates has been featured in local, national and international news and documentaries including ABC, NBC, Animal Planet and USA Today. Arizona Cowboy Ministries 1251 E. Stetson Ln Coolidge, Az 85128 [email protected]

Download or read book A Stirrup Up written by Floyd Tidsworth and published by . This book was released on 2015-02-27 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Sabbatical Primer for Churches written by David C. Alves and published by . This book was released on 2014-12-25 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How many years has your pastor served in ministry? How are the pastor and pastoral family doing? Do you realize that those with the pastoral calling are "gifts" to you and the body of Christ? How are you loving and honoring that gift from Christ--your pastor? How have you thanked him/her for the self-sacrifice and faithful service? More churches than ever are looking for help initiating and navigating a ministry sabbatical for their pastor(s). Many of those churches have realized that "healthy churches are led by healthy leaders." They have been led of the Spirit to love, esteem, and honor their pastor (and pastoral family). This primer comes alongside the church, providing the rationale, the path, and the means for successfully initiating and navigating a spiritual renewal leave--a Sabbatical--for their beloved pastor(s) and pastoral family.This book is a companion toA Sabbatical Primer for Pastors: How to Initiate and Navigate a Spiritual Renewal Leave. THIS PRIMER ANSWERS THESE QUESTIONS: What is a ministry sabbatical or spiritual renewal leave? Why does my pastor need a ministry sabbatical? How will a ministry sabbatical benefit our church Who needs a sabbatical When should my pastor take a sabbatical How long should a sabbatical be? What's the criteria Where can we find the guidance and resources to plan and carry out a sabbatical How do we begin What do we do, or what steps do we take before, during, and after the sabbatical? THE PRIMER OFFERS: A brief, biblical context and rationale for sabbatical and Sabbath Practical steps and phases for planning, initiating, and navigating the sabbatical from beginning to reentry Answers to “honest fears and reservations” church members have regarding sabbaticals Helpful tools in the appendices, along with other samples of proposals, letters, and a an article on the need for ministry sabbaticals Encouragement for those who find the whole idea to be overwhelming Five testimonies of pastor's wives as to how the sabbatical benefited the church, the family, and the pastor A starting point for sabbatical policies, housing, funding sources, and other helpful information to assist in planning the pastoral sabbatical Helps for the church to understand the need of a pastoral renewal leave—a ministry sabbatical

Download or read book Journeying Toward Renewal written by Melissa Bane Sevier and published by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. This book was released on 2002 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Time to reflect. Time. This is what clergy renewal is about. To continue in 'the heat of work' our whole career is to rob ourselves and our congregations of the time we and they need to reflect on our lives and our call. Here is where change begins." - Melisa Bane Sevier "Melissa Bane Sevier - fresh from (and refreshed by) a much-needed sabbatical - offers personal testimony, practical advice, and an array of helpful resources that will inspire and empower pastors to seek and then to drink deeply of a time apart. This is a moving statement from and on behalf of our hard-working clergy, written for them but also for those who care about their well-being and that of the congregations they serve." - Dorothy C. Bass - Author, Receiving the Day: Christian Practices for Opening the Gift of Time "Vital congregational ministry depends on the leadership of pastors, priests, and rabbis whose hearts sing with vision, creativity, faith, competence, and passion. In Journeying toward Renewal Melissa Sevier uses her pastoral sensitivity to tell her own renewal story and the stories of those who have been lead in the planning and practice of renewal leave by the question "What will make my heart sing - again?" Whether you're planning an extended time of renewal leave, or just trying to bring regular sabbath time back into your days and weeks, this book will be a trustworthy guide." - Richard Bruesehoff - Director for Leadership Support, ELCA - Co-author of Clergy Renewal: The Alban Guide to Pastoral Sabbaticals

Download or read book Touch of the Master s Hand written by Ronnie Moyer and published by Spinning Sevens Press. This book was released on 2017-11-02 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Touch of the Master's Hand presents a unique opportunity to consider our relationship with God through the gift of horsemanship. Cowboy chaplain Ronnie Moyer highlights stories and scriptures showing how our relationships to horses can foster special insights about our relationship to our Creator and the Master, Jesus Christ.

Download or read book Sabbaticals How To Take a Break from Ministry Before Ministry Breaks You written by Rusty McKie and published by How-To. This book was released on 2018-09-18 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you tired and worn out from ministry? Isn't Jesus' burden supposed to be light? In the pressure-producing machine of our chaotic world, Jesus' words of rest don't often touch our lives. As ministry leaders, we know a lot about biblical rest, yet we don't often experience it. The ancient practice of sabbath provides ample wisdom on how to enter into rest in Christ. Sabbaticals is a guide showing us how to implement Sabbath principles into a sabbatical as well as into the ebb and flow of our entire lives. RUSTY McKIE serves as the lead pastor of Sojourn Community Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He has contributed articles for thegospelcoalition.com, AmICalled.com, and sojournnetwork.com. He has been married to Rachel for thirteen years, and they have two dearly loved children. Rusty loves working and resting alongside family and friends in his beautiful city, Chattanooga.

Download or read book Revelation written by G. K. Beale and published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing. This book was released on 2015-01-02 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: G. K. Beale’s monumental New International Greek Testament Commentary volume on Revelation has been highly praised since its publication in 1999. This shorter commentary distills the superb grammatical analysis and exegesis from that tome (over 1,300 pages) into a book more accessible and pertinent to preachers, students, and general Christian readers. As in the original commentary, Beale views Revelation as an integrated whole, as a conscious continuation of the Old Testament prophetic books, and shows that recognizing Revelation’s nearly constant use of Old Testament allusions is key to unlocking its meaning. Interspersed throughout the volume are more than sixty sets of “Suggestions for Reflection” to help readers better grasp the relevance of Revelation to their lives and our world today.

Download or read book The Treasury of Bible Knowledge written by John Ayre and published by . This book was released on 1866 with total page 1054 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Treasury of Bible Knowledge Being a Dictionary of the Books Persons Places Events and Other Matters of which Mention is Made in Holy Scripture With Engravings and Maps written by John AYRE (Minister of St. John's Chapel, Hampstead.) and published by . This book was released on 1866 with total page 1018 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Seventh Day Sabbath and the Christian Doctrine of Redemption written by A. M. Simataa and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2015-06-30 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Seventh-Day Sabbath and the Christian Doctrine of Redemption is a book every Christian must have in their home library. The author tackles the biblical doctrine of redemption in a convincing manner and drives home the centrality of the Sabbath in redemption. Over the past hundred years, the witness of the sciences such as physics and biochemistry, including mathematics as well as the testimony of archaeology and history has put the skeptics of the Bible on the defensive. To this overwhelming testimony, the author adds the witness of recent fulfilled Bible prophecy. The author proceeds to show persuasively how recent fulfilled prophecies have proved once again that the Bible is truly the Word of God. In the book, the closing work of the gospel on the planet is shown to have a prophetic edge that no one person on the globe can afford to ignore.

Download or read book The Bible Cyclopaedia written by William Goodhugh and published by . This book was released on 1843 with total page 736 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Hebrews for Everyone written by N. T. Wright and published by Westminster John Knox Press. This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enlarged print edition now available! Writing in an approachable and anecdotal style, Tom Wright helps us to find our way around the letter to the Hebrews, one of the most challenging writings in the New Testament. He acknowledges that people often find it difficult, because some of the ideas it contains are strange to us. Yet, like meeting a new friend, Wright helps us to find Hebrews full of interest and delight, with a powerful message that comes home to the church of today and tomorrow just as much as it did to the church of yesterday. Tom Wright has undertaken a tremendous task: to provide guides to all the books of the New Testament, and to include in them his own translation of the entire text. Each short passage is followed by a highly readable discussion with background information, useful explanations and suggestions, and thoughts as to how the text can be relevant to our lives today. A glossary is included at the back of the book. The series is suitable for group study, personal study, or daily devotions.

Download or read book A Comprehensive Dictionary of the Bible written by William Smith and published by . This book was released on 1868 with total page 1244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Biblical Encyclopedia written by James Comper Gray and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 936 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: