Download or read book 365 Meditations for Men by Men written by Sally Sharpe and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction Man’s search for meaning is the primary motivation in his life. —Viktor Frankl, Man’s Search for Meaning There is a longing deep within every man’s heart to discover meaning and purpose in life; to lead a life of significance as opposed to a life of “success”; to live a life of adventure, conquest, and victory; to make a difference and leave a positive, enduring mark on the world. Yet, as Henry David Thoreau observed, “The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.” Although Thoreau penned these words more than a century ago, they still ring true today. So many men—including devoted Christian men—wake up one day and realize they are leading lives of quiet desperation, silently “losing themselves” as they strive to meet unrealistic expectations, overcome mounting work and family pressures, and battle unrelenting temptations. These challenges can easily sidetrack men, causing them to lose their spiritual focus. Whether consciously or unconsciously, many men subsequently spend their time and energy and resources searching for significance in pursuits and people and things that can never fully satisfy. Some simply give up on ever finding lasting meaning and purpose in this world. Others find themselves somewhere in between. In any case, the result is often the same: a pervading sense of exhaustion, futility, or hopelessness. Yet there is a remedy to this cultural epidemic, and it is found in reclaiming and living out every man’s true purpose, which is found in God alone. As Saint Augustine wrote, “Thou hast made us for Thyself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in Thee.” The apostle Paul expressed it this way: “Everything, absolutely everything, above and below, visible and invisible . . . everything got started in [Christ] and finds its purpose in him” (Colossians 1:16 The Message). 365 Meditations for Men by Men is intended to help men focus on their relationship with God and, consequently, find real meaning and purpose in life. Twelve different Christian men share their reflections on what it means to be a man who seeks to follow Christ each and every day. Drawing upon the lives of men in the Bible as well as their own personal experiences, the writers present timeless truths and valuable life lessons that will speak to men of every age and experience. In addition to offering inspiration and encouragement, they provide counsel on practical matters such as how to · know God; · get your priorities in order; · become spiritually fit; · be holy and righteous; · make a difference; · be equipped; · step up; · take risks; · stand firm; · serve God wholeheartedly. As you make your way through the year (whether you start in January or June), you will be undergirded by a sense of brotherhood—an assurance that you are not alone on this journey. With this confidence, may you boldly and courageously pursue a full and abundant life in Christ! - S. D. Sharpe, editor

Download or read book A New Day written by Anonymous and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2009-11-18 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Hope is like the sun, which, as we journey toward it, casts the shadow of our burden behind us."--Samuel Smiles. In 365 daily meditations, here is spiritual and psychological guidance through the interior struggles we face every day. Drawn from the author's own personal growth over the last decade, each page of A New Day addresses a specific struggle--overcoming fear, compulsion, obsessive love, addiction--and offers practical advice that will set you on the path to self-improvement. In each daily meditation the author uses a quote from a wide range of inspirational sources--from Kahil Gibran and Thomas Merton to Emily Dickinson and Erich From-m-to crystallize insights for the reader. Thoughts for a new day. On self-confidence: "Never bend you head, always hold it high. Look the world straight in the face."--Helen Keller. On peace of mind: "When we are unable to find tranquillity within ourselves it is useless to seek it elsewhere."--Duc de La Rochefoucauld. On adversity: "Adversity introduces a man to himself."--Anonymous. "Live each day as if your life had just begun."--Goethe. For anyone who seeks a healthier, more satisfying life, here is a book of invaluable wisdom that will help you rediscover your life day by day.

Download or read book 365 Meditations for Men written by Mary R. Howes and published by Dimensions For Living. This book was released on 1998 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Challenges men to grow in faith and equips them for their many roles and responsibilities.

Download or read book Peace a Day at a Time written by Karen Casey and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2011-04-06 with total page 738 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A daily devotional aims to bring a calming effect to people's lives through 365 different meditations.

Download or read book Touchstones written by Anonymous and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-09-29 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the quest for sustained sobriety and self-development, we must look outside of ourselves to discover our inner truths. Whether we are facing dependency or parenthood, marriage or meditation, everyone needs a guide to embolden their coping skills and settle in to a better, more balanced life. Touchstones has strengthened millions of recoveries for more than thirty years. Offering suggestions for deepening integrity, spirituality, and intimacy—a recovering man’s trinity—it helps men transform addictive behaviors and thinking into an empowered manhood. This engaging self-help book, designed specifically for men, explores masculinity through informative, inspirational meditations. Touchstones offers profound advice for life’s many changes and emphasizes the importance of recognizing the effects of common emotions such as anger, resentment, and fear. Its striking insight supports any stage of recovery, but the daily readings in this book are not simply for a better recovery; they are for a better, more balanced life. Continued awareness and involvement with these ideas provide ongoing personal growth. Although this growth is entirely our own, its benefits will be shared. Newfound mental health and wellness will spread infectiously to every relationship, with friends and family alike. Here, every manly struggle meets an insight. The cycle of addiction meets its end.

Download or read book 365 Daily Meditations for Women written by Mary Ruth Howes and published by Dimensions For Living. This book was released on 1997 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 365 Daily Meditations for Women, twelve Christian women come together to share what it means for them to have faith and to live out that faith day by day. Each month a different woman writes about her trust in Jesus Christ.

Download or read book 365 Travel written by Lisa Bach and published by Travelers' Tales. This book was released on 2001 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether kept on a nightstand or tucked in a backpack, this volume of daily travel gems will inspire readers who dream of faraway places. Illustrations.

Download or read book Men are from Mars Women are from Venus written by John Gray and published by Vintage/Ebury (a Division of Random. This book was released on 1999 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's no doubt about it; the relationship between men and women is extremely complex. This title includes comforting and helpful advise on: giving and receiving emotional support; discovering and awakening your hidden qualities; keeping passion alive; reacting to, and coping with, stress; and, maintaining your zest for life.

Download or read book Human 365 Daily Meditations to Become a Next Level Human written by Jade Teta and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-03-12 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do some people change and others don't? Why do some people succeed while others, just as talented fail? What makes one person who chases their passion find fulfillment while someone else is mored in regret. It is not luck, circumstance, access to money or who you know. It is also not about some esoteric new age idea like the law of attraction or the "universe has your back." It comes down to awareness and mastery of 6 POWERS that every human can learn to master. This mastery is what the Next Level Human practices every single day. What is a Next Level Human? Next Level Humans recognize there is nothing special or unique about their suffering. They know millions have endured the same hurt, pain and negative forces. What sets them apart is the ability to turn suffering into meaning and success for themselves and others. Next Level Humans are masters of The Six POWERS: PERCEPTION: The ability to recognize distraction and delusion, become present and self-aware, and rewrite the rules and stories of your own experience. OWNERSHIP: The ability to take radical responsibility for your life, declare who you are, and live your Honor Code. WISDOM: The ability to diagnose ignorance, recognize bias and dogma... and humbly seek truth using logic and reason. ENGAGEMENT: The ability to overcome indecision and apathy... and take conscious, definitive action. RESOLVE: The ability to transcend fear... and rise after failure. SHARING: The ability to use your signature strengths to better the world, without needing reciprocation or acknowledgment.Human 365 challenges your thinking and guides you toward change, one day at a time. You will no longer "leap and let the net appear." You will leap and weave the net as you fall. You will no longer "rise to the occasion." You will create the occasion. You will no longer believe "everything happens for a reason." Things will happen. And you will make a reason. With this awareness and self-mastery, you can rise, fully fledged, into your power as a Next Level Human.

Download or read book The One Year Daily Moments of Strength written by Walk Thru the Bible and published by NavPress. This book was released on 2017-10-03 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today, spend time with God that will fill your spirit with strength. The One Year Daily Moments of Strength will help you experience a deeper and more powerful connection with the Lord each day. Complete with Bible verses, helpful explanations, and practical applications, these short daily devotions, covering a variety of everyday issues, will help strengthen your commitment to faith and your walk with God. Through showing up to meet with God every day, you’ll be inspired to go deeper with him all year long. “Those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” (Isaiah 40:31)

Download or read book Daily Writing Resilience written by Bryan Robinson and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2018-01-08 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chances are, whether you're a seasoned author or an aspiring scribe, you've grappled with your share of rejection, setbacks, and heartbreak. However, literary agents say the number one key to writing success is perseverance in the face of disappointment. Daily Writing Resilience provides advice, inspiration, and techniques to help you turn roadblocks into steppingstones. You'll find tips and support through exercises such as meditation, breath work, yoga, stress management, gratitude, de-cluttering, sleep, exercise, mindful eating, and more. These 365 meditations will help you navigate the ups-and-downs of your writing practice, creating positive habits that will guide you toward the success and fulfillment that you've been seeking. Praise: "This must-have collection of inspirational nuggets will nudge you free of writer's block. Even if you're not blocked, a morning commune with some of writing's great minds will put you in the right creative space."—Sara Gruen, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Water for Elephants "Every person with that little voice in their head—the one that tells them to write everyday—must own this book. Every page is full of hope and reality, just what we all need to keep us going."—Steve Berry, New York Times and # 1 Internationally bestselling author of The Patriot Threat "For every type of writer—new, old, fresh, tired, impassioned, cynical, hopeful . . . this gem is flat out inspiring."—M.J. Rose, New York Times bestselling author of The Secret Language of Stones "Bryan Robinson's Daily Writing Resilience is not only wise but also marvelously practical. The daily mantras he offers, taken from the experiences of those who've kept to the path, will provide much needed encouragement along the way. Take this book to heart, and then take it with you wherever you go."—William Kent Krueger, New York Times bestselling author of the multi-award winning Ordinary Grace and the Cork O'Connor series "You don't have to be a writer to treasure Daily Writing Resilience, a unique and uplifting meditation book. It's chock-full of insights so profound you'll be tempted to gobble it up in one bite!"—Cassandra King, author of The Sunday Wife and Moonrise "I urge both fledgling and experienced writers to get their hands on Daily Writing Resilience and keep it nearby for handy reference. Bryan Robinson knows his way around the head and heart of the working writer, and this book is a wonderful companion and a balm to the writer's soul."—John Lescroart, New York Times bestselling author "At last! A real tool for real writers, a reference book that should be on every writer's desk next to their Thesaurus and Strunk & White Elements of Style. A practical guide that can be used as a daily devotional or motivational tool to hold your hand, to guide you, to encourage you, and to pull you back from the ledge."—Karen White, New York Times bestselling author of Flight Patterns A 2018 Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award Finalist A 2018 Top Shelf Magazine Indie Book Award Finalist

Download or read book Project Bold Life written by Edward Kopko and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-18 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Setbacks and obstacles can get in the way of reaching your goals. But some see those challenges as opportunities, and turn them into stepping stones for great accomplishments.PROJECT BOLD LIFE will show you how they do it!With inspirational stories, insightful research, worksheets that break down the Bold Life Formula, and an illustrated character named "Boldy" to accompany you on your journey, PROJECT BOLD LIFE will give you the tools you need to succeed. It is an essential book for these times!

Download or read book Meditations with Native American Elders written by Don Coyhis and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Stand Strong written by and published by Our Daily Bread Publishing. This book was released on 2018-09-21 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The responsibilities of life can wear men down.. But this concise devotional will inspire men to draw strength from the Word of God. Each devotional is practical and brief, taking only five minutes to read. Wisdom from Scripture and insights from the experiences of other men will help readers build a solid foundation—one that allows confidence in the Lord no matter what life brings their way.

Download or read book Daily Inspiration from God s Creation written by Compiled by Compiled by Barbour Staff and published by Barbour Publishing. This book was released on 2020-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 365 daily readings, this book draws parallels between the Christian faith and camping, hiking, fishing, biking, hunting, stargazing, bird watching, and many other outdoor activities.

Download or read book The One Year Men of the Bible written by James Stuart Bell and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2015-01-12 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Bible is filled cover to cover with stories of God's interactions with men . . . and their interactions with one another. The One Year Men of the Bible is a collection of those stories. Some of these stories are wonderful and positive examples of godly living—examples such as Abraham, Gideon, David, Simon Peter, the apostle Paul, and, of course Jesus himself. Others of these stories aren't pretty or pleasant because they're about men's failures and sins and the prices they paid for them. All of these accounts, however, are recorded in pages of the Holy Bible as inspirations, as teachings, as warnings, and as examples of how to live . . . and how not to live.

Download or read book Meditations for Christians who Try to be Perfect written by Joan C. Webb and published by Harpercollins. This book was released on 1993 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In these 365 meditations, Webb shares the wisdom she gained by looking at the Bible again to see what it really said. She also provides suggested Bible readings, key scriptural phrases, anecdotes and other encouraging thoughts to help Christians achieve balance, leave perfectionism behind and learn to live by grace. Joan C. Webb is a successful businesswoman, speaker and teacher. She is also the current president of the Minnesota Christian Writers Guild.