Download or read book Never Perfect Always Blessed written by Lesley-Ann Forbes and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2021-07-27 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Never Perfect Always Blessed recounts one woman’s journey to wholeness. Revealing intimate and empowering insights on the author’s teen pregnancy, the challenges she faced as she raised her son without his father and her journey to self-awareness, self-love and genuine happiness. Running throughout the narrative is a deep-felt belief in the opportunity that our life experiences offer growth and gifts from God. Created at the onset of her mother’s diagnosis with Alzheimer’s, these autobiographical tales honour her mother and her mother’s contribution to her life journey. At the same time, the stories demonstrate the influence of family, culture, friends and spiritual awareness. Written with passion and authenticity, this memoir provides hope for anyone who suffers from a lack of self-worth, rejection, depression or sadness. It offers the assurance that current circumstances, however difficult or dark, don’t have to determine the future. We are all worthy and valuable and can create the lives that we want, just as Lesley Ann did. This narrative will especially appeal to single mothers who can often feel alone, tired, insecure and stigmatized. Lesley-Ann has been there, and she speaks directly to those women, giving hope, warmth, and acceptance.

Download or read book Good Enough written by Kate Bowler and published by Random House. This book was released on 2022-02-17 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ***THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*** We begin to feel less alone, more loved and less judged when good is . . . enough. In this collection of 40ish short spiritual devotionals, Good Enough reveals the small things we can do to inch toward a deeper, richer, truer kind of faith. Through blessings, prayers and human truths, learn to live with imperfection in a culture of self-help that promotes endless progress, and discover a companion for when you want to stop feeling guilty that you're not living your best life now. Hailed by Glennon Doyle as 'the Christian Joan Didion', in these gorgeously written reflections Kate Bowler and Jessica Richie proffer fresh imagination for how truth, beauty, and meaning can be discovered amidst the chaos of life. Their words celebrate kindness, honesty and interdependence in a culture that rewards ruthless individualism and blind optimism. Ultimately, in these pages we can rest in the encouragement to strive for what is possible today - while recognising that though we are finite, the life in front of us can still be beautiful.

Download or read book The Thought of Jonathan Edwards written by Miklos Veto and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2021-01-25 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jonathan Edwards is the greatest theologian of colonial America as well as its first important philosopher. As a theologian, he represents without any concession Calvinistic Orthodoxy, re-thought and re-lived through the experience of the Great Awakening. The large majority of his writings are of a theological character, yet this theology is articulated and expressed through a systematic philosophical reflection. Edwardsian thought covers three major areas: First, being, grace, and glory; then, the doctrine of the will extending to the study of the original sin and evil; finally, an entirely original theory of knowledge synthesizing spirituality, aesthetics, and epistemology. The present book, the first edition of which appeared in French almost thirty years ago, is a uniquely comprehensive study of the work of Jonathan Edwards. It discusses all the aspects of his thought over against the background of classical Protestant theology and of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century Western philosophy. Our time witnesses a significant renewal of interest in Jonathan Edwards. Professor Veto's book should prove to be a major contribution to assist and to guide the readers of "America's Theologian."

Download or read book Elijah Newman Died Today written by Steven DeLay and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2022-12-01 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elijah Newman thinks he is returning home to his wife from a trip when, like an Ivan Ilyich, he instead finds himself unexpectedly thrust before death. Wonder over what might have been, gratitude for all that was, hope for what could perhaps still be, and love of both God and existence--Elijah Newman Died Today is an existentialist novella about one man's thoughts on what matters amid what may be his life's final moments.

Download or read book Daily Guidance from God written by Trevor A. Winchell and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2018-09-11 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:32 NKJV). All the devotional writings that are written in this book were given to me from God to write for every person who needs to read them. I truly believe with all my heart that every single word that God gave me to write was given to me to help, inspire, direct, guide, lead, and strengthen people who are facing difficult situations and to serve a specific purpose in their life. In my devotional writings, I might say things that a lot of people don’t agree with, or I might say a lot of things that people don’t like. But the fact of the matter is that every single word I write is given to me by God, not because people want to hear it but because people need to hear it. The truth of God’s Word is undeniable in every way, and only the truth of God’s Word will set you free in the end. So those who want everything sugarcoated to their satisfaction and according to their standards will keep them in denying the truth. As most of you know, I don’t sugarcoat anything, and I don’t tell people what they want to hear. I tell people what they need to hear based on the words God has given me. Is it easy to tell people what they don’t want to hear? Of course not, but when God commands me to write the words he gives me, I must obey him regardless if people are going to like it or not. The truth and only the truth of God’s words will set you free in the end. The devotionals that I write are 70 percent scripture context, 30 percent practical context, and 100 percent inspired by God. They are easy to relate to because a lot people are often dealing with tough circumstances or going through difficult situations. It’s often difficult to interpret and understand the actual meaning of a particular Bible verse. Each devotional that I write includes a Bible verse and a prayer. The Bible verse directly correlates with the devotional so that people can relate to the Bible verse and understand it. The prayer also directly relates to the devotional so that people can say the prayer and ask God for help. I believe that Daily Guidance from God is a great tool that will help people better understand real-life issues they are facing and how God can help them. The devotional will help guide people in a positive and biblical way to seek God. The purpose of Daily Guidance from God is to allow his guidance and direction to help people through their difficult circumstances and situations and to lead them down the correct path. When you allow God to be the center of your life, amazing things will happen that you will not even be able to imagine. Everyone has good days and bad days, but if you look to God for guidance in every situation you face, he will help you and guide you to make the right choices and decisions. I invite you to use this devotional to start your day with the positive words from God. I promise that when you read this devotional when you wake up, every day of your life will be brighter and your attitude will be more positive. My writings each day include three parts: a Bible verse, a devotional, and a prayer. “Bind them on your fingers; Write them on the tablet of your heart” (Proverbs 7:3 NKJV).

Download or read book Sister to Sister written by Davis Takisha Davis and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2010-02 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who am I? You may ask. I used to be you. I am not who I was yesterday and perhaps tomorrow I will not be the same as I am today. And knowing this makes life exciting. On bad days I can look forward to tomorrow being good. On good days I can look back on yesterday and thank God for today. And everyday I can look forward to tomorrow being better than today. I am an African American queen. Not of any royalty that I know of but my attitude about my life, my carefree way of handling drama and the way I always hold my head up makes me the queen I am. I am a young woman so whatever you may be going through right now, honey; believe me I have probably seen that day. As I start this journey with you know that I am not any better than you. I am human and I have seen a lot of things but I have a lot ahead of me. I don't know all the answers and I promise that I will not front that I do. I will be real with you and you have to make a promise to be real with yourself. Sister to Sister attempts to answer questions that women all over the world may have as they struggle to move forward in today's society.

Download or read book A Select Library of the Nicene and Post Nicene Fathers of the Christian Church First Series Volume 2 written by Philip Schaff and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2022-04-15 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Philip Schaff’s classic work colloquially known as The Early Church Fathers is an invaluable resource filled with the primary documents and early theological building blocks for the Christian church. Comprised of thirty-eight volumes, it is broken into three parts: the Ante-Nicene Fathers, and Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, First and Second Series.

Download or read book Holy Spirit Who written by Alexys V. Wolf and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2011-02-25 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alexys is about to take you on a journey. Holy Spirit Who is not like any book I have ever read about Holy Spirit. I am not even sure if I would call it a book. It’s a reference, a study guide, and a testimony of the very heart and character of God. Holy Spirit Who takes you deeper into the Word of God than most would endeavor. Alexys has a way of breaking it down and feeding you line upon line, precept upon precept. Holy Spirit Who is foundational, yet a tender haul over the coals for the intellectual who thinks he may have “read it all”. Subtly, she will eliminate every excuse you have to [not] walk fully in His will for your life and eradicate the very justification you thought you had for not knowing and walking in His Word. I believe she actually writes, “Partial commitment is really no commitment”. Accepting who we are and then understanding who we are [with Holy Spirit] is a revelation that can only come from “knowing” His word and Him personally. Alexys ensures that accurate interpretation is expressed and her findings are explored thoroughly. She dissects Scripture within the Word of God, digging deeper into the original intent and language. She leads us with assurance leaving no room for uncertainty.

Download or read book The Way of Perfection and Conceptions of Divine Love Translated from the Spanish by J Dalton written by Saint Teresa (of Avila) and published by . This book was released on 1852 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Finding Joy in the Journey written by Vickie Tingwald and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2021-07-12 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In every life and family, there is a story waiting to be told. In this book, our family would like to share with you one of our greatest discoveries. In our darkest hour of suffering, we found joy in the journey. We have learned many hard lessons and still have unanswered questions, but through it all, God was with us every step of the way. Each of us faced different giants to battle, but we can all say, we are stronger, more determined, and have a greater eternal perspective than ever before. On our worst days, we were not without hope and found true joy in knowing we were never alone. The one who fights our battles was right beside us all the way! Our prayer is that as you read this book, you will realize that you are never alone. We can know the same joy that Paul knew, a joy that while in prison, he could rejoice and praise God. “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God” (2 Corinthians 1:3–4 NIV).

Download or read book Never Alone written by Iris Fisher Smith and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2020-07-13 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Never Alone By: Iris Fisher Smith Iris Fisher Smith's stories of family, friends and health will show the importance of sticking together with those you love. She had an Italian Grandmother who in her teens idolized Bonnie and Clyde; a father who was friends with Leonard Nimoy; a mother who attended school with the Boston Strangler and more. This family provides a rich history that shaped the author's life and personality. When Life becomes challenging, this is the time we need each other the most. It is important to laugh and play together and enjoy each other’s company.

Download or read book The Existence and Attributes of God written by Stephen Charnock and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2020-12-17 with total page 939 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Existence and Attributes of God is a series of discourses and lectures delivered by the great Stephen Charnock to the members of his congregation at Crosby Hall. Charnock discusses, in a logical flow of thoughts, the existence of God, and the untenability of maintaining an atheistic worldview. Unfortunately, however, the Discourses were cut short by Charnock's death in 1680.

Download or read book Essays from the Soul written by Rev. Arthur M. Scott and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2018-10-22 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The essays in this book began simply as tools I incorporated to enhance my understanding of A Course in Miracles and how it blends with the literature I have read and classes and seminars I have taken. Our friends and teachers, Unity minister Patty and her husband Jack Morales introduced my wife, Pati, and I to A Course in Miracles fifteen or so years after we had begun our spiritual journey(s). Each of us are in pursuit of our own respective spiritual paths, in our own individual ways as part of a life-long search for our "purpose" in life; trying to discover who we "truly" are, not the persona we've made up. It just takes some of us longer to realize it. We began with a small core group of people committed to their spiritual paths and it has grown steadily since. As the group expanded in numbers, so did the questions and people began to look to my wife and I for clarification. I realized then, that for myself, I needed to put more effort into my understanding of A Course in Miracles and how it coincided with what I had studied previously, beginning with my lineage, The Science of Mind. I began with notes for comparison, which grew into paragraphs and eventually ended up as the essays in this book. They (the essays) became, for me, a bridge between A Course in Miracles, The Science of Mind, the Gnostic Gospels, and various other religions and teachings. I am a perennial student and will probably be as long as I continue to breathe. My search for understanding, for clarification, may not be insatiable, but I cannot remember a time when I wasn't studying something, so when my wife introduced me to metaphysics, I knew that this was what I would make the topic of all my studying in the future. These essays are the essence of the information I've extracted from this process. My purpose with these essays is not to provide you with what I think to be the "only" or "right" answers to any questions, but as an explanation, understanding or clarification that resonates for me and hopefully for you. We are all unique in our individual perceptions, so my perception of some subjects may not mirror yours, but if one, or some, of my essays bring a light of understanding or help to you, or assist you in seeing an old truth in a new way, then we are both blessed. It is my belief that all gifts are meant to be shared, be it the gift our friendships, our love or our knowledge, because if we keep them to ourselves, they are of no value to anyone. If these essays provide for you a better understanding or just simplify your path, in any manner, please share them, because as St. Francis said, in his beautiful prayer, "It is in the giving that we receive." Photography by my good friend Doug Howard

Download or read book The Works of the Late Rev Stephen Charnock written by Stephen Charnock and published by . This book was released on 1815 with total page 634 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Works of the Late Rev Stephen Charnock With a Prefatory Dedication and Memoir by Edward Parsons With a Portrait written by Stephen CHARNOCK and published by . This book was released on 1815 with total page 636 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Works of the Late Rev Stephen Charnock With a Prefatory Dedication and Memoir written by Stephen Charnock and published by . This book was released on 1815 with total page 636 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Complete Works of Stephen Charnock written by Stephen Charnock and published by . This book was released on 1864 with total page 596 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: