Download or read book Relational Prayer written by Tracy H. Phillips and published by Strategic Book Publishing. This book was released on 2011-11 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This complete guide to prayer begins with readers gaining insight into the God who receives their prayers. Learn the various forms that prayer can take, and how a working relationship is the purpose of prayer. Relational Prayer then provides an understanding of how prayer flows in an amazing cycle! This cycle is followed by personal testimony of how the author learned this principle by experience. Tracy H. Phillips ends his astounding book with an example of how Jesus went through this same cycle, as the author extols some of the benefits of maintaining a relationship of prayer with God. Phillips has been writing sermons and articles for over twenty-five years, and has been in the ministry most of his life. "In my travels as a minister, I began to notice a need for people to make a personal connection with the God they heard about each Sunday morning. As I heard this heartfelt cry from people, it motivated me to begin to lay out an explanation of how I had learned to develop and live in a relationship with God throughout the course of my life." About the Author: Originally from Tyler, Texas, Tracy H. Phillips has been a pastor and an evangelist/apostle after founding Voice of the Cross Ministries. He now lives with his wife and children in Pueblo, Colorado. He is inspired by "a sincere desire to serve God and see the principles of His Word taught in a believable and understandable way. This is coupled with love for people and a desire for them to live happy, blessed lives." Publisher's Website: http: //sbpra.com/TracyHPhillips

Download or read book Prayer Begins with Relationship written by Cynthia Bezek and published by Tyndale House. This book was released on 2014-02-27 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Connection and communication are vital in relationships, but what about in your relationship with God? Is it more of a duty than a delight? In this 6-session Bible study, the first in a series from Pray! Resources, you'll discover greater joy and intimacy in your most important relationship.

Download or read book Prayer written by Timothy Keller and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-11-04 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Renowned pastor and New York Times bestselling author of The Prodigal Prophet Timothy Keller explores the power of prayer. Christians are taught in their churches and schools that prayer is the most powerful way to experience God. But few receive instruction or guidance in how to make prayer genuinely meaningful. In Prayer, renowned pastor Timothy Keller delves into the many facets of this everyday act. With his trademark insights and energy, Keller offers biblical guidance as well as specific prayers for certain situations, such as dealing with grief, loss, love, and forgiveness. He discusses ways to make prayers more personal and powerful, and how to establish a practice of prayer that works for each reader. Dr. Keller’s previous books have sold more than one million copies. His Redeemer Presbyterian Church is not only a major presence in his home base of New York, it has also helped to launch more than two hundred fifty other churches in forty-eight cities around the world. His teachings have already helped millions, the majority of whom pray regularly. And with Prayer, he’ll show them how to find a deeper connection with God.

Download or read book God Can t written by Thomas Jay Oord and published by SacraSage Press. This book was released on 2019-01-05 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hurting people ask heart-felt questions about God and suffering. Some "answers" they receive appeal to mystery: “God’s ways are not our ways”. Some answers say God allows evil for a greater purpose. Some say evil is God's punishment. The usual answers fail. They don't support the truth that God loves everyone all the time. God Can't gives a believable answer to why a good and powerful God doesn't prevent evil. Author Thomas Jay Oord says God’s love is inherently uncontrolling. God loves everyone and everything, so God can't control anyone or anything. This means God cannot prevent evil singlehandedly. God can’t stop evildoers, whether human, animal, organism, or inanimate objects and forces. In God Can't, Oord gives a plausible reason why some are healed, but many others are not. God always works to heal everyone, but sometimes our bodies, organisms, or other creatures do not cooperate with God's healing work. Or the conditions of creation are not right for the healing God wants to do. Some people think God causes or allows suffering to teach us lessons or build our character. God Can't disagrees. Oord says God squeezes good from the evil God didn’t want in the first place. God uses pain and suffering without willing or even allowing it. Most people think God can overcome evil singlehandedly. In God Can't, Oord says God needs cooperation for love to reign now and later. This leads to a better view of the afterlife called “relentless love.” It rejects traditional ideas of heaven, hell, and annihilation. Relentless love holds to the possibility all creatures and all creation will respond to God’s love. God Can't is written in understandable language. As a world-renown theologian, Thomas Jay Oord brings credibility to the book’s radical ideas. He explains these ideas through true stories, illustrations, and scripture. God Can't is for those who want answers to tragedy, abuse, and other evils that make sense! What They're Saying... “If conventional notions of God make less and less sense to you, you’ll find Thomas Jay Oord’s new book a breath of fresh air. Simply put, “God Can’t” presents an understanding of God that thoughtful, ethical people can believe in.” -- Brian D. McLaren, author of The Great Spiritual Migration "I did not want this book to end. I wish Dr. Oord had written it 100 years ago, or 1000 years ago... To find your understanding of life and your love for God renewed, read this book." -- Dr. Karen Strand Winslow, Ph.D., Biblical and Jewish Studies Professor of Bible, Azusa Pacific University "As a clinical psychologist working with people in trauma, I owe Thomas Jay Oord an enormous debt of gratitude for recasting the so-called problem of evil in terms that are conceptually satisfying, theologically consistent, and pastorally liberating.” -- Dr Roger Bretherton- Principal Lecturer at the University of Lincoln (UK), Chair of the British Association of Christians in Psychology “Victims of trauma sometimes hear theological responses that imply their suffering is somehow “God’s will." A more careful theological reflection on the nature of the power of a God who is love can help. Oord gives us a clear and compelling alternative in this profoundly insightful and admirably concrete and accessible book.” -- Dr. Anna Case-Winters, Professor of Theology at McCormick Theological Seminary “I know of no book that speaks to suffering with the depth of theological sophistication and psychological sensitivity as God Can’t. This book is a rare combination of depth and accessibility, truly written for the wounded. I recommend it to my students, parishioners, and therapy clients.” -- Dr. Brad D. Strawn, Professor of the Integration of Psychology and Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary

Download or read book The Immanuel Approach written by Karl Lehman and published by . This book was released on 2016-11-30 with total page 784 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Immanuel Approach describes a faith-based (Christian) approach to healing for emotional trauma, and then also applies the same principles and techniques for building an "Immanuel lifestyle."

Download or read book The Papa Prayer written by Larry Crabb and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2007-09-09 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the revolutionary way to talk with God! Like millions of Christians, Dr. larry Crabb has always considered his prayer life a weakness – "dull, intense only in crisis, occasionally meaningful and passionate but mostly lifelessly routine." But for everyone who struggles to pray in a way that matters, who is bored with prayer and doesn't know where else to turn, this groundbreaking book whispers of hope for change. Something new and real and deep started happening in him, Crabb says, when he began practicing the four steps of what he calls the PAPA prayer – a revolutionary conversational approach to talking with and enjoying God. As this fellow seeker shares his journey and education in the mysteries of prayer, he guides us to see ourselves and God in a different light . . . which will alter the way we talk – and listen – to Him.

Download or read book Connexion written by Jeanette Storms and published by Charisma Media. This book was released on 2010 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Storms expounds upon her notion of deeper relationship with God through active, involved prayer habits, which she terms relational prayer. Readers will explore the language and principles of effective prayer and receive an increased level of confidence and authority in their prayer lives.

Download or read book The Papa Prayer written by Larry Crabb and published by Thomas Nelson Inc. This book was released on 2007-09 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A revolutionary conversational approach to talking with and enjoying God"--Provided by publisher.

Download or read book A Book of Prayers for Couples written by Stormie Omartian and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2011-11-01 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The three books of prayer in this beautiful compilation, based on The Power of a Praying® Wife, The Power of a Praying® Husband, and The Power of Prayer™ to Change Your Marriage, have inspired hundreds of thousands of women and men to strive for a deeper faith and prayer life. These heartfelt prayers, accompanied by Scripture verses and lines to jot a note, lead readers straight to the One who can make a difference in their lives and most important relationships. When a husband or wife prays for their spouse, both receive the blessing. Their marriage is strengthened, their commitment renewed, and difficult places made smooth. A Book of Prayers for Couples is the perfect gift for those looking for encouragement, healing, renewal, fruitfulness, and hope in their journey.

Download or read book Praying Circles Around Your Marriage written by Joel Schmidgall and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2019-02-05 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What your marriage will become is determined by how you pray. This book empowers you to dream big, pray hard, and think long--together. Marriage is your most sacred relationship on this earth, and prayer is the single most powerful way to transform it. It's time to learn the relational truths in the legend of Honi the Circle Maker--a man bold enough to draw a circle in the sand and not leave it until God answered his impossible prayer. The commitment made in the sacred circle of marriage requires the same kind of boldness and resolve as the Circle Maker. Honi's prayer saved a generation, and your prayers can transform your relationship. Praying Circles around Your Marriage draws from the life-changing principles Mark Batterson outlines in his New York Times bestseller The Circle Maker. Joined by Pastor Joel and Nina Schmidgall who serve with Mark at National Community Church, the authors draw from personal stories, Scripture, and practical insight. You'll discover seven key prayer circles for your marriage: Vision Circle, Romance Circle, War Circle, Dance Circle, Support Circle, Storm Circle, and Legacy Circle. Through these circles you will: Discover your shared vision and find a new combined purpose together Turn the tables on conflict and access the gift of being known Be a student of your spouse and ensure a connected and intimate relationship Build a foundation for your marriage that will help you weather the trials that are sure to come Learn to draw a larger circle around your marriage so that your unified purpose can be a blessing to others Bold prayers honor God, and God honors bold prayers. Praying Circles around Your Marriage will empower you and your spouse to identify your greatest dreams for the most important relationship in your life, and pray the kind of audacious prayers in which God finds delight. After all, your life together has a legacy to leave for future generations. It's time to start circling.

Download or read book Family of Faith written by David Feddes and published by . This book was released on 2014-09-03 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What truths are most vital for faith? What does it take for a family to flourish? What will eternal life be like? We all need clear answers to these questions, and a great way to find these answers is through daily devotions at home. Family of Faith presents carefully selected Bible readings, along with a thoughtful meditation on each passage to help the reader better understand the heart of the message. Family of Faith begins by focusing on Bible basics every follower of Jesus needs to know. The next part explores what the Bible says about flourishing families. The devotional concludes by looking forward to heaven on earth, the new creation God promises.

Download or read book Experiencing God s Tremendous Love written by Maureen Conroy and published by . This book was released on 1988-01-01 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Open and Relational Theology written by Thomas Jay Oord and published by Sacrasage Press. This book was released on 2021-07 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most theologies suck. They're too technical or they describe a God nobody understands. Sometimes the God portrayed sounds like a controlling boyfriend or absentee parent. Rather than woo or persuade, most theology books clobber readers into submission. This book is different. Thomas Jay Oord presents a theology that makes sense. It fits the way we live our lives and matches our deepest intuitions. To the surprise of some, it harmonizes with sacred scripture... at least the good parts. And it promotes a genuinely loving God. Open and relational theology is controversial. Oord and others have lost their jobs because they embrace it. Others have been booted from religious communities or shunned by families and friends. It's that radical! This way of thinking is life-changing - for good - for so many. This theology doesn't suck. People around the world are turning to open and relational theology. It answers our biggest questions about good and evil, purpose and freedom, love and science. "Timely!" - Cody Stauffer & Craig Morton, All That's Holy Podcast "Cosmic!" - Pete Enns & Jared Byas, Bible For Normal People Podcast "Conceptual!" - Seth Price, Can I Say This in Church? Podcast "Inspirited!" - Jay McDaniel, Conversations in Process Podcast "Clear!" -Joe Smith and Drew Dunbar, Crisis of Faith Podcast "Radical!" - Shaleen Kendrick & Holland Fields, Desert Voices Podcast "Prodigious!" - John Williamson, Deconstructionists Podcast "Relieving!" - Joey Monteleone, Dismantle Podcast "Compelling!" - Loren Richmond Jr, Future Christian Podcast "Liberating!" - Melanie Mudge & Gary Alan Taylor, Holy Heretics Podcast "Magnificent!" - Tripp Fuller, Homebrewed Christianity Podcast "Enlivening!" - Michael Frost, In the Shift Podcast "Tantalizing!" - Jim Stump, Language of God Podcast "Captivating!" - Jason Elam, Messy Spirituality Podcast "Thought-Provoking!" - Gabriel Gordon, Misfits Theology Podcast "Interrogating!" - Todd Littleton, Patheological Podcast "Exceptional!" - Keith Giles, Peace Catalyst Podcast "Zesty!" - Mason Mennenga, A People's Theology Podcast "Tangible!" - Hayden Bruce, Pragmatic Christian Podcast "Clarifying!" - Mary-Anne & Andre Rabe, Question Your Answers Podcast "Trailblazing!" - Todd R. Vick, Reconstruction Rebel Podcast "Peace-Bringing!" - Chris Harman, Redrawing the Bath Podcast "Stimulating!" - Greg Boyd and Dan Kent, ReKnew Podcast "Punchy!" - Ryan T. Mullins, Reluctant Theologian Podcast "Exciting!" - Josh Patterson & Marty Fredrick, (Re)thinking Faith Podcast "A Gift!" - Beth Hayward, Souls in Soles Podcast "Inviting!" - Kurt Willems, Theology Curator Podcast "Accessible!" - Dustin Kensrue, Thrice & Carry the Fire Podcast "R-/evolutionary!" - Tim Victor, Urban Mystic Podcast "User-Friendly!" - Glenn Siepert, What If? Podcast "Reinvigorating!" - Jon Steingard, Wonder & Mystery of Being Podcast

Download or read book Restoring Broken Relationships written by Neil T. Anderson and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2015-10-27 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bestselling Author Reveals the Key to Fixing Broken Relationships Conflict is a part of life, but that doesn't mean we need to accept bitterness and broken relationships. But before we can properly heal our relationships with others, we must let God heal our relationship with himself. In this book, Neil Anderson invites you to see how Jesus brings about the miracle of reconciliation. Learn how to go beyond conflict management to freedom and healing by learning the basics of repentance, reparation, and forgiveness. Through true stories of people who have found reconciliation with God and with each other, you'll understand how to identify relationship problems, find effective solutions, and guide yourself and others through the process of forgiveness and healing.

Download or read book Illegal Prayers written by Bob Sorge and published by Bob Sorge. This book was released on 2014-11-05 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores how Jesus taught us to pray when we need an answer from God right now. There’s a bold way to pray that receives today what God was intending to do tomorrow. All you need is a close friendship with God. When you have relational equity with God, you can pray with such audacity that others are like, “You shouldn’t talk to God like that!” But it’s precisely to this kind of illegal praying that Jesus surprisingly invites us. You’re a friend of God—so ditch propriety, forget the rules, throw caution to the wind, and pray illegal prayers.

Download or read book Women with Visible and Invisible Disabilities written by Martha Banks and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-01-14 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This thoughtful collection addresses the issues faced by women with disabilities, examines the social construction of disability, and makes suggestions for the development and modification of culturally relevant therapy to meet the needs of disabled women. Written in an accessible style with a minimum of jargon, this book provides clinical material from the perspectives of psychotherapists, clients, personal assistants, and health administrators. Women with Visible and Invisible Disabilities also highlights the importance of considering age, ethnicity, and sexual orientation in its examination of feminist approaches to assessment, psychotherapy, disability management (coping), and discusses how the Americans with Disabilities Act impacts employment and education for women.

Download or read book Faith Reads written by David Rainey and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2008-07-30 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At last—a resource for librarians who wish to build or develop their nonfiction collection and use it to better serve the needs of adult Christian readers. Covering the three major branches of Christianity (Roman Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox), the author organizes more than 600 titles into subject categories ranging from biography, the arts, and education, to theology, devotion, and spiritual warfare. Award-winning classics are noted. Introductory narrative frames the literature, and helps librarians better understand Christian literature; and learn how to establish selection criteria for building a Christian nonfiction collection.