Download or read book Navigating My Way to Spiritual Freedom written by Lynn Nola Stadnek and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Navigating My Way to Spiritual Freedom is for people who feel restrained in life and are looking to find calm in a stormy world. There are many insights that Lynn shares within each of the 27 chapters as she reveals how she managed to reach spiritual freedom, but the three main questions that Lynn answered in her journey are: 1. What does it take to find spiritual freedom? It takes harmonizing mind, soul, and body with your spirit. 2. What does spiritual freedom give you? It gives you a new peaceful depth in life. 3. How does spiritual freedom affect sharing yourself with others? You become authentic. Harmonized, peaceful, and authentic—who could ask for more! But there is more; by the end of Navigating My Way to Spiritual Freedom you will understand how Lynn achieved all these things, plus ultimately achieved spiritual freedom. You will feel untied and free to become who you are in spirit, which will bring you peace and calms the storm.

Download or read book Four Steps to Spiritual Freedom written by Thomas Ryan and published by Paulist Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This beautiful book: - offers a method of ongoing spiritual examination called "an Examen" step by step.- explains and demonstrates contemplative prayer, including the "Marantha."- teaches an ongoing focus on both attention and intention in spiritual life.- includes the practice of communal prayer as well as individual prayer.- delineates how to use in meditation a famous prayer by St. Ignatius of Loyola, "Take Lord and Receive."- presents a unique daily process "Contemplation to Attain the Love of God."

Download or read book Black Women Navigating Historically White Higher Education Institutions and the Journey Toward Liberation written by Logan, Stephanie R. and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2022-05-27 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Black women in higher education continue to experience colder institutional climates that devalue their presence. They are relied on to mentor students and expected to commit to service activities that are not rewarded in the tenure process and often lack access to knowledgeable mentors to offer career support. There is a need to move beyond the individual resistance strategies employed by Black women to institutional and policy changes in higher education institutions. Specifically, higher education policymakers and administrators should understand and acknowledge how the race and gender makeup of campuses and departments impact the successes and failures of Black women as they work to recruit and retain Black women graduate students, faculty, and administrators. Black Women Navigating Historically White Higher Education Institutions and the Journey Toward Liberation provides a collection of ethnographies, case studies, narratives, counter-stories, and quantitative descriptions of Black women's intersectional experience learning, teaching, serving, and leading in higher education. This publication also provides an opportunity for Black women to identify the systems that impede their professional growth and development in higher education institutions and articulate how they navigate racist and sexist forces to find their versions of success. Covering a range of topics such as leadership, mental health, and identity, this reference work is ideal for higher education professionals, policymakers, administrators, researchers, scholars, practitioners, academicians, instructors, and students.

Download or read book Clear Your Way To Freedom written by Rachael Bleau Msc.D and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2014-01-27 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The powerful information Clear You Way to Freedom emanates has created a clearing movement. For many of you, the search for your healing and personal freedom has been long. You have read books, studied theories, attended workshops, sought counsel, and prayed for an answer. Looking for an end to what seems to be a never-ending, unexplainable energy has plagued those searching for their healing, leaving them with a feeling of hopelessness. They wonder when their answer will come, when they will feel that divine energy of love and freedom. Clear your Way to Freedom will open you to your own clearing journey. Many modalities have come forth from the holistic and spiritual world to clear the energy from past life patterns, none of which are entirely new. Holistic and spiritual healing has existed throughout many ages, as has clearing. What is energy clearing? It is removing and disconnecting energy from its root source, clearing the energy that no longer serves the person's higher purpose and that interrupts his or her well-being. Understanding where dysfunctional energy comes from, how it seeds, threads and how it affects our lives helps us with the process healing and letting go. Many people spend years on their inner work searching for their healing, be it physical, mental or spiritual, looking for that place of peace. I have found this one additional step of clearing can be a key to finally feeling whole. The chapters in Clear Your Way To Freedom will bring you through my own clearing / healing process and stories of others I have cleared hopefully inspiring you to keep moving forward to claim your whole healing. Read, relate, release

Download or read book Beyond the Grave A Son s Journey Through Xhosa Tradition Spirituality and Freedom written by Salatiso and published by Salatiso. This book was released on 2024-07-13 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "Beyond the Grave," Salatiso Mdeni embarks on a deeply personal journey of self-discovery, exploring the rich tapestry of Xhosa tradition, spirituality, and the complexities of ancestral veneration. As the firstborn son, burdened with the weight of cultural expectations after his father's untimely death, Mdeni grapples with questions of duty, legacy, and the evolving nature of cultural identity in a rapidly changing world. Through meticulous research, poignant personal anecdotes, and insightful reflections, Mdeni challenges traditional interpretations of ancestral reverence, offering a fresh perspective that integrates Xhosa spirituality with scientific and biological understanding. This thought-provoking narrative delves into the profound connection between ancestors and descendants, exploring the limitations of confining spirits to physical locations and the liberating power of finding ancestors within oneself. Salatiso Lonwabo Mdeni's journey is a testament to the resilience of cultural heritage, the importance of questioning and adapting traditions, and the enduring power of ancestral wisdom to guide us in the modern world.

Download or read book From Confinement to Freedom written by Sharon R. Olson and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2014-09-26 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Personal transformation, liberation, and fulfillment can be discovered by anyone, anywhere, anytime, in the message and modeling of Jesus, not by denying or changing creed, race, gender, sexual orientation, or culture, but by freely manifesting the fullness of psychological and spiritual fulfillment. Jesus taught and modeled a universal, inclusive spirituality. This book illustrates that Jesus simultaneously taught and modeled the highest form of behavioral psychology applying to everyone, everywhere. The focus herein is a reexamination and reintroduction of the life and lessons of Jesus of Nazareth from a behavioral and inclusively spiritual point of view across creeds and cultures beyond religion. Those who study and practice the spiritual tenets of diverse religions and nonaffiliated spiritual pathways apart from Christianity will recognize shared experience, belief, and practice in the behavioral and spiritual lessons taught and modeled by Jesus. Therefore, this book is written for all people, religious and secular, inclusive of creed, race, gender, sexual orientation, and culture, who believe in an infinite, permeating principle that births and joins all of Creation, that is known by any name, form, or substance (God, Goddess, Father, Mother, Yahweh, Allah, Great Spirit, Grandmother, Grandfather, Creator, Maker, One, New Physics, et al.) from which all Creation springs, from which Creation cannot be separated, and through which we become the most transcendent and liberated of our human selves.

Download or read book Navigating the Narrow Way written by Curtis Wilson and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2022-10-06 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Navigating the Narrow Way covers three fundamental changes that occur with us, through us, and in us. These are transformation through a relationship with God, transformation through the Christian community, and transformation through serving others. Each area of change has a lasting effect on us as our journey unfolds. In this book, Curtis Wilson, the founder of Curtis Wilson Ministries, explores how you can find your true self by developing a personal relationship with Christ. As you learn to serve, you’ll discover meaningful work. The author also answers questions such as: • How can you prepare for the challenges of discipleship? • What steps can you take to nurture a personal relationship with the Lord? • How can you allow the Holy Spirit to expose areas of your life that need repentance? • what were the circumstances that led to the Bible being printed in its present form? The author also highlights the importance of testifying, which doesn’t just help bring more people to the Lord—it encourages and edifies those already inside the kingdom. Remember that you do not have to be a scholar or trained minister to give a testimony. It is simply what you are witnessing.

Download or read book Mystic Wisdom Unveiled written by Celeste Silverbrook and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-09-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a world filled with noise and chaos, "Mystic Wisdom Unveiled: Secrets of the Spiritual Path" is your guide to finding inner peace, purpose, and profound spiritual enlightenment. Delve into the mystical realms of ancient wisdom as you embark on a transformative journey that will forever change the way you perceive yourself and the world around you. The Power of Meditation: Unlock the incredible power of meditation as a gateway to inner calm, clarity, and connection to the divine. Learn techniques that lead to profound states of mindfulness and spiritual awakening. Discovering Your Inner Truth: Begin your quest by peeling away the layers of conditioning and illusion to reveal your authentic self. Discover the profound wisdom that lies within you. Navigating the Dark Night of the Soul: Every spiritual journey encounters challenges. Gain insight into navigating the dark night of the soul, a transformative passage toward inner illumination. The Art of Letting Go: Release the burdens of the past and the anxieties of the future. Discover the art of surrender and the freedom it brings to your spiritual path. Embracing Divine Guidance: Learn to recognize and embrace the guidance of the divine in your daily life. Allow it to lead you toward your highest potential. Awakening Your Intuition: Awaken and trust your intuition as a guiding force on your spiritual journey. Explore its depths and learn to follow its subtle whispers. The Path of Surrender: Understand the beauty of surrendering to the flow of life. Embrace the idea that letting go is the key to finding true peace. Cultivating Mindfulness in Everyday Life: Bring the practice of mindfulness into every aspect of your life. Discover how it can lead to greater awareness and transformation. Harnessing the Energy of the Chakras: Unlock the energy centers within your body to promote healing, balance, and spiritual growth. Explore the power of the chakras in your journey. Exploring Past Lives and Soul Contracts: Unearth the mysteries of your past lives and the contracts your soul has made. Gain insight into the lessons and connections that transcend time. Connecting With Spirit Guides and Angels: Forge profound connections with spirit guides and angels who offer guidance, protection, and profound wisdom. Healing the Wounds of the Heart: Discover the path to healing emotional wounds and opening your heart to love and compassion. Finding Balance in a Chaotic World: In a world filled with chaos, learn to find balance and peace. Explore techniques for maintaining harmony in your daily life. Embodying Love and Compassion: Understand the transformative power of love and compassion. Embody these qualities to bring healing and unity to your life and the world. The Journey to Oneness: Finally, embark on the ultimate journey to oneness. Discover the interconnectedness of all things and your place within the greater tapestry of existence. "Mystic Wisdom Unveiled" is a profound exploration of spirituality, mindfulness, and self-discovery. Whether you're a seasoned spiritual seeker or just beginning your quest for deeper meaning, this book offers valuable insights and practical guidance for your journey. Let its wisdom guide you as you unveil the secrets of the spiritual path and find the peace, purpose, and enlightenment you seek.

Download or read book Making Cell Groups Work Navigation Guide written by Joel Comiskey, Scott Boren, Ralph Neighbour, Randall Neighbour, Bill Beckham and published by CCS Publisher. This book was released on 2023-05-27 with total page 585 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an expanded, 624-page reference tool for the 8-stage transition process found in How Do We Get There From Here? (formerly titled, Making Cell Groups Work). This sizable compilation is filled with hundreds of articles by pastors and experts, including helpful articles such as how to transition your church's calendar and budget to allow for a growing holistic small group (cell group) ministry, how to choose team members to implement the transition; tips on how to prototype groups; and much much more! One of the most valuable tools found in this resource is a revealing readiness assessment tool, which will help you determine weaknesses (if any) in four key areas of church health, all of which are required for a successful transition.

Download or read book FREEDOM written by Michael P. DeMaria and published by Michael Phillip DeMaria. This book was released on 2021-11-21 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do we have free will? Or is our sense of personal agency merely an illusion? Moreover, what does free will have to do with our well-being? This book explores the concept of free will and its implications on our lives, combining memoir and analysis from the perspective of Michael DeMaria, LCSW, a clinical social worker, Zen practitioner, and martial artist. It reveals a fresh perspective on the meaning of freedom and how to find it within our lives.

Download or read book More Than Your Number written by Beth McCord and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2022-09-20 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you interested in the Enneagram, but want to explore your personality more fully than a single number result? Discover how the Enneagram can be paired with the power of the gospel in this revolutionary and transformative guide for Enneagram beginners and experts alike. We are all made up of parts. Have you ever said, “Part of me wants to go to the party, but part of me wants to stay home”? We already speak in these terms without realizing it. More Than Your Number takes a deeper dive into the world of the Enneagram by moving past the quickly assigned and sometimes stereotypical Enneagram Types to consider and engage your unique, multidimensional personality. After discovering your Enneagram Internal Profile (EIP), you’ll be able to not only name what has affected you your entire life, whether positively or negatively, but also understand and apply the truth of how God intends to redeem and use all of you—not just parts of you. Through the EIP, Enneagram coaches Beth and Jeff McCord provide a simple, tested, personal strategy to understand and welcome these parts through God’s grace, equipping you to better lead and shepherd your internal interests. Filled with charts, diagrams, and unique insights, you will: Explore the driving force behind your unhealthy thoughts, feelings, and behaviors Learn how to lead yourself out of unhealthy patterns and get real help Experience deeper understanding, confidence, and peace in your relationships with God, yourself, and others Discover why the Enneagram on its own is not enough and how the gospel changes everything Discover your real identity in Christ, readjusting your internal world toward a healthier path for your unique personality type.

Download or read book Your Jesus Journey written by Cindy Oury and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2024-02-27 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jesus beckons each of us to undertake a relationship with Him. Your Jesus Journey guides you step by step on how to make this relationship a reality. Beginning with the basics, Cindy Oury examines Jesus’s side of the equation as well as yours, which should culminate in your open response to Him, “Here I am: Change me, show me, use me, send me.” Next, she instructs you how to ingest Scriptures from the Holy Bible into your soul for personal reflection. Daily journal prompts reinforce inner and outer change. She also highlights all the reasons to read and reflect on Scripture as you continue your journey with Jesus. Finally, the author urges you to see how you can use your God-given strengths and talents to serve Jesus in your sphere of influence. By swiftly carrying out His assignments, you’ll enjoy the actualization of the greatest power couple on the planet: Jesus and you!

Download or read book Navigating the Interior Life written by Dan Burke and published by Sophia Institute Press. This book was released on 2019-07-25 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most of us have questions about spiritual direction. What is it? What if I cant find a spiritual director? These questions and more are well answered in Dan Burkes book. The Lord is clearly calling all Catholics into a deeper union with him. This book, in a style which is both inspiring and practical, provides some of the Churchs most important wisdom about how to respond to this call.

Download or read book Praying for Freedom written by Laurie Cassidy and published by Liturgical Press. This book was released on 2024-04-15 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do the Spiritual Exercises not change us as deeply as we hope? This is the haunting question that was raised at the recent general congregation of the Jesuits about Ignatius’s Spiritual Exercises and the question the contributors to this book explore and attempt to answer in the context of ongoing racial injustice in the United States. All of us who love and are engaged in Ignatian spirituality must also ask ourselves this same question. Contributors explore this question by examining how “color-blindness racism” determines our interpretation of the Spiritual Exercises in the United States. Animated by the grace of Ignatius's conversion experience these spiritual directors, theologians, and leaders in Jesuit ministries offer insightful scholarly and creative pastoral engagement of The Spiritual Exercises for the ongoing journey of conversion from racism and white supremacy in the United States.

Download or read book Awakening written by Stovall Weems and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2010-12-14 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stop hitting the spiritual snooze button. Would you describe your walk with God as fresh and exciting? Would you describe your spiritual life as vibrant and passionate? If not, would you like these attributes to be the norm in your everyday relationship with God? Are you ready to experience an awakening? Awakening helps you stir up your slumbering soul. You’ll discover how to break out of your season of dryness or get off to a great start either in the New Year or the next season in life. Take your faith-walk from a “going through the motions” or “have to” mindset to the stimulating, fresh “want to” experience of enjoying God’s presence—24/7. Weems encourages you to surrender fully, to discover the right kind of fuel for the journey, and to learn a new way to pray and fast. This lifestyle is not based on rules or religion, but on a deep, satisfying, motivating relationship with God. Included in Awakening is a 21-Day Plan that will guide you through the principles that ensure a lasting, fresh relationship with God—even in a world where everything quickly becomes stale. “It’s time to wake up and put an end to spiritual sluggishness! I promise this year will be the best of your life if it is your best year spiritually.” – Stovall Weems

Download or read book Inner Guidance and the Four Spiritual Gifts written by Howard Wimer and published by SCB Distributors. This book was released on 2010-04-28 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique and perceptive look at what really shapes our personality and the inner skills that determine our success and happiness. Communication is the key to living a successful life--both inner and outer communication. Inner Guidance and the Four Spiritual Gifts, explores how your personal communication system works and how to make the most of it to live true to your life's purpose. Each of us is born with the four spiritual gifts--clairvoyance (inner vision), clairaudience (inner thoughts or ideas), prophecy (inner knowing), and healing (inner feelings). Some of these gifts are more well-developed in us than others, and they are the foundation for how we individually communicate and use our intuition in daily life. These gifts are like personality traits that define us as a person and determine how we relate to others. This intriguing and practical book shows you how to identify your primary gifts--your strong points and main avenues of communication--and how to use them to make your best decisions. You'll also learn how to make the most of the hunches, visions, ideas and feelings you receive every day from your inner guidance. You will learn where inspiration really comes from and how to overcome the specific challenges that prevent you from recognizing and acting on it. You'll learn how to trust your intuition and become more sensitive to the inner guidance that is meant to help you in specific and practical ways. Finally, Inner Guidance and the Four Spiritual Gifts shows how you can use each of the four gifts to better relate to and communicate with yourself, your inner guidance and the other people in your life in your personal, family and business life.

Download or read book The Road to Freedom written by Peter Allman and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2012-08 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We are not human beings that have spiritual experiences. We are truly spiritual beings that are currently having a human experience. In The Road to Freedom: Letting Go of Your Baggage, Peter Allman explains that our primary purpose is to create a divine union between our human essence and our spiritual essence and provides the road map for doing so. The ego is the main reason the divine union does not occur. The ego is a way of thinking. It is a mind - a mindset - that is built on the absence of the Divine and creates a false sense of self. The ego mind sees the world in terms of "I want this" or "I don't want this." The three letters of ego could stand for "edging God out." People of all faiths have a prayer that is similar to "Not my will, but Thy will be done." "My will" equates to the ego. "Thy will" equates to our spiritual nature. It is said we need to live in the world but not be of the world. We need human strengths to live "in the world." Because we have a great capacity to subvert the will of God to our own, we need to access our spiritual nature to be able to "not be of the world."