Download or read book A Layman s Way to Perfection written by Robert B. Eiten (s.j.) and published by . This book was released on 1953 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Layman s Way to Perfection written by Robert Bellarmine Eiten and published by . This book was released on 1953 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Layman s Way to Perfection written by Eiten and published by . This book was released on 2010-11-15 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Saint Bernard enumerates several progressive manifestations of pride, a ladder we climb down to perdition, "curiosity, levity of mind, foolish and misplaced joy, boasting, singularity, arrogance, presumption, the refusal to recognize one's errors, the dissimulation of one's sins in confession, rebellion, unbridled liberty, the habit of sin even to the contempt of God." He then explains how to overcome these vices in order to achieve virtue, salvation and eternal happiness.St. Alphonsus writes: "a single bad book will be sufficient to cause the destruction of a monastery." Pope Pius XII wrote in 1947 at the beatification of Blessed Maria Goretti: "There rises to Our lips the cry of the Saviour: 'Woe to the world because of scandals!' (Matthew 18:7). Woe to those who consciously and deliberately spread corruption-in novels, newspapers, magazines, theaters, films, in a world of immodesty!" We at St. Pius X Press are calling for a crusade of good books. We want to restore 1,000 old Catholic books to the market. We ask for your assistance and prayers. This book is a photographic reprint of the original The original has been inspected and many imperfections in the existing copy have been corrected. At Saint Pius X Press our goal is to remain faithful to the original in both photographic reproductions and in textual reproductions that are reprinted. Photographic reproductions are given a page by page inspection, whereas textual reproductions are proofread to correct any errors in reproduction.
Download or read book Be Perfect The way to perfection in God written by Andrew Murray and published by Editora Dracaena. This book was released on 2015-10-30 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God has worked into every human heart a deep desire for perfection. That desire is manifested in the admiration which all men have for excellence in the different objects or pursuits to which they attach value. In the believer who yields himself wholly to God, this desire fastens itself upon God's wonderful promises, and inspires a prayer like that of M'Cheyne: "Lord, make me as holy as a pardoned sinner can be made." The more we learn to desire this full conformity to God's will, for the consciousness that we are always pleasing to Him, we will see that all this must come as a gift direct from heaven. This gift is the full outbirth in us of the life of God, the inbreathing of the Holy Spirit of Jesus in those who are wholly yielded to His indwelling and rule. Trusting ever less to men's thoughts and teachings, we will retire often into the secret of God's presence, in the assurance that the more we see God's face, and hear the secret voice that comes direct from Him, "BE PERFECT," the more will the Holy Spirit dwelling within us unfold the heavenly fulness and power of the words, and make them, as God's words, bring and give and create the very thing He speaks. In the hope that these simple meditations may help some of God's children to go on to Perfection, I commit them and myself to the Blessed Father's teaching and keeping. by Andrew Murray
Download or read book The Way to Perfection Short Discourses on Gospel Themes written by Joseph Fielding Smith and published by . This book was released on 2008-06-01 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
Download or read book St Teresa of Avila The Way of Perfection Study Edition written by St. Teresa of Avila and published by ICS Publications. This book was released on 2013-09-19 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Study Edition, with Introduction, Commentary, Discussion Questions, Glossary, and a fully linked Index. St. Teresa of Avila is an unsurpassed teacher of Christian prayer and spirituality, and in The Way of Perfection she is at her best. Now, with the help of this study edition, everyone can enjoy the benefits of her wisdom. In The Way of Perfection, St. Teresa gives practical counsels and advice on prayer, destined originally for the few nuns who embraced the reformed Carmelite life she established. As a handbook for spiritual formation, it presented them with the basic Christian spirituality undergirding their Constitutions and Rule. Over the centuries, the book's appeal has reached far beyond the walls of Carmelite monasteries, and The Way of Perfection has become a spiritual classic. More and more today, Teresa's instructions speak to all those interested in prayer, providing them with basic guidelines for praying and showing how to avoid potential pitfalls. But as the readership and interest grow, so does the need for some help in working with this sixteenth-century text. The principles and teachings in Teresa's book, first presented within the limited horizons of her own situation, clearly lend themselves to broader applications, and can work well in all walks of life. This study edition-with its introduction, commentary, notes, discussion questions, glossary, and a fully linked Index-provides what is needed to assist contemporary readers in making these applications and delving more deeply into the text's spiritual riches.
Download or read book The Scale or Ladder of Perfection written by Walter Hilton and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Layman s Commentary written by John Devine and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2014-02 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In today's world, it can be difficult to maintain your faith. Those seeking a greater understanding of the Bible have numerous excellent theological commentaries available to them, but due to volume and depth, many of these are out of reach of laypeople. Others lose contact with the Bible because it no longer seems relevant to life. They use a superficial knowledge of science and evolution to exclude God and faith from their experiences. The Layman's Commentary: Volume 3-Books of Wisdom presents a passage by passage explanation of the five Books of the Bible, known as Wisdom. In this third volume, author John Devine shows how these books address most of the issues of life from the existence of evil and suffering to the frustrations and futility of worldly philosophies. They give an understanding of existence and provide the path to a meaningful life. He explains God's continued selfrevelation and plan for a relationship with humankind and considers the conflict and consequences of the desire of the individual to be independent from God. The third book in The Layman's Commentary series, Volume 3-Books of Wisdomshows that knowledge and experience from this period is still valid today, both the promises and the warnings, because God's character has not changed - nor has the frailty of human nature. Devine draws out the practical application of these timeless truths as they relate to everyday experience and shows how they confirm that science and faith are complementary in an informed worldview. They include guidelines that enrich our personal relationship with God.
Download or read book How to Make Perfection Appear written by Katharine Francis Pedrick and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Plain Account of Christian Perfection written by John Wesley and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-17 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Plain Account of Christian Perfection by John Wesley is about the theory of perfection according to Christian theology. Excerpt: "1. WHAT I purpose in the following pages is, to give a plain and distinct account of the steps by which I was led, during the course of many years, to embrace the doctrine of Christian Perfection. This I owe to the serious part of mankind; those who desire to know all the truth as it is in Jesus. And these only are concerned with questions of this kind. To these I would nakedly declare the thing as it is, endeavoring all along to show, from one period to another, both what I thought, and why I thought so."
Download or read book A Layman S Commentary Volume 8 written by John Devine and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2014-07-28 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In todays world, it can be difficult to maintain your faith. Those seeking a greater understanding of the Bible have numerous excellent theological commentaries available to them, but due to volume and depth, many of these are out of reach of laypeople. Others lose contact with the Bible, because it no longer seems relevant to life. They use a superficial knowledge of science and evolution to exclude God and faith from their experiences. The Laymans Commentary: Volume 8General Epistles presents a passage by passage explanation of the nine letters of the Bible to the early churches from general authors who were eyewitnesses or associates and spoke of their experience of Jesus. In this eighth volume, author John Devine explains the practical relevance of these documents as they relate to effective everyday living. He considers the relevance of creation and science, as well as Gods moral standard which is of vital importance in modern society. These letters are shown to conform with the Gospels and the letters of Paul. Hebrews explains the connection of the Old Testament with the First Coming of Jesus. Revelation describes the fulfillment with the Second Coming of Jesus. Gods plan for a relationship with the individual is explained with the means by which this was made possible by the death and resurrection of his Son. The notes confirm that science and faith are complementary in giving purpose and meaning to life. The expectation of eternal life is also assured.
Download or read book Guide to Christian Perfection written by Charles Fitch and published by TEACH Services, Inc.. This book was released on 1997 with total page 4 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "...I shall give you such views of truth, and only such as I feel most willing to meet in the great and dreadful day of account.""I shall also give them, as far as possible, in Scripture language, that it may be seen on what I rest my faith, and whether I do, or do not, pervert the word of God...""The all absorbing question with me, so far as my own eternal interests are concerned, is this: How shall I become obedient to that high command of the Most High God, 'Be ye holy for I am holy.' (I Peter 1:16, Lev. 11:44).""Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord: (Hebrews 12:14).""The end is near! We have not a moment to lose! Light is to shine forth from God's people in clear, distinct rays, bringing Jesus before the churches and before the world. Our work is not to be restricted to those who already know the truth; our field is the world. The instrumentalities to be used are those souls who gladly receive the light of truth which God communicates to them. These are God's agencies for communicating the knowledge of truth to the world. If through the grace of Christ His people will become new bottles, He will fill them with new wine. God will give additional light, and old truths will be recovered, and replaced in the framework of truth; and wherever the laborers go, they will triumph. As Christ's ambassadors, they are to search the Scriptures, to see for the truths that have been hidden beneath the rubbish of error. And every ray of light received is to be communicated to others. One interest will prevail, one subject will swallow up every other - Christ Our Righteousness." - Review & Herald, Dec. 23, 1890
Download or read book A Layman s Heart written by Carlos R. Correa and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-01-13 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For a man who claims to have no talent, God has surely shed light on his literary ability to bring a delight to the hearts of many. I have known Carlos Correa for many years and have always believed that his wisdom was a hidden jewel waiting to be unearthed. He has a lot to offer to the people of God. To know Carlos is to know that he is a man who delights himself in the Lord. And through that delight, God has blessed him with a glorious talent—a talent that glorifies God with poetry writings that I refer to as spiritual songs. His spiritual songs bless my heart while at the same time glorify God. His spiritual songs make a good addition to my morning devotion. I am confident that the Word of God dwells in this servant “richly” in all wisdom. This book is an excellent addition to my collection of literature that allows me to “delight” myself in the Lord. Anthony E Jenkins, NMT, MD Professor of Anatomy and Physiology This wonderful collection of poems is a compilation of years’ worth of prayer and meditation. The sweet fruit of a surrendered life is provided for all readers to enjoy. With rhythm and rhyme, Carlos harmonizes deep devotion to God with lyrical poetry. The Holy Spirit becomes accessible to the layman, and the reader’s mind is ushered into the realm of the divine. Emanuel Favela, MD University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Medicine Carlos Correa’s A Layman’s Heart powerfully demonstrates how “ordinary” human beings can seek, find, and touch God’s heart through rhyme. Taking Scripture as the inspiration, Correa uses the Holy Spirit as the vehicle to carry the “ordinary” reader on a deeper, more intimate journey. These poems are modern-day Psalms and should be read aloud with rhythm and drama for full effect. As you read, you will find that you are praying and speaking bite-sized chunks of spiritual truth in each stanza. Importantly, A Layman’s Heart gives us both example and system for studying the Word of God and making it personal. Thank you, Brother Carlos, for helping God’s people grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. Dr. Mary Adams Trujillo A Layman’s Heart: Conversations with God—this inclusive 366 days of devotion is a must for anyone’s collection of books. Carlos welcomes believers, backsliders, poetry lovers, and everyone else, with the hope to embrace people to the love of God. Every devotion is Carlos’s intimate conversations with God, and he sincerely aspires for all of us to be transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit through these every day. His conversations with God contain compilations of acknowledgement of the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Formatted clear and easy to read—you will not want to just keep it for a daily reading. Nonetheless, continue reading and be blessed by each and every conversation. Dr. Lillian Hau-Degand Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago, Illinois
Download or read book A Layman S Commentary Volume 3 written by John Devine and published by BalboaPress. This book was released on 2014-02-14 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In todays world, it can be difficult to maintain your faith. Those seeking a greater understanding of the Bible have numerous excellent theological commentaries available to them, but due to volume and depth, many of these are out of reach of laypeople. Others lose contact with the Bible because it no longer seems relevant to life. They use a superficial knowledge of science and evolution to exclude God and faith from their experiences. The Laymans Commentary: Volume 3Books of Wisdom presents a passage by passage explanation of the five Books of the Bible, known as Wisdom. In this third volume, author John Devine shows how these books address most of the issues of life from the existence of evil and suffering to the frustrations and futility of worldly philosophies. They give an understanding of existence and provide the path to a meaningful life. He explains Gods continued selfrevelation and plan for a relationship with humankind and considers the conflict and consequences of the desire of the individual to be independent from God. The third book in The Laymans Commentary series, Volume 3Books of Wisdomshows that knowledge and experience from this period is still valid today, both the promises and the warnings, because Gods character has not changed nor has the frailty of human nature. Devine draws out the practical application of these timeless truths as they relate to everyday experience and shows how they confirm that science and faith are complementary in an informed worldview. They include guidelines that enrich our personal relationship with God.
Download or read book An answer to Mr T k s i e J A Tulk s the layman gratis letter to the members of the New Church in London By Nathan Non Real i e Joseph Proud Signed P written by Nathan NON-REAL (pseud. [i.e. Joseph Proud.]) and published by . This book was released on 1807 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Layman s Guide to Experiences in God Realization written by Mark K. Olsen and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2018-01-15 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mark Olsen is a true believer in the power of Spiritual experiences. In an uplifting compilation of his Spiritual experiences and the wisdom gained from each, Olsen illuminates Spiritual concepts and principles, answers deep questions, and provides inspiration for those striving for greater understanding of life and themselves. Olsen uses several dozen of his own experiences to illustrate what happens on the Spiritual journey when one looks within for the answers. Through vivid descriptions of dreams, visions, initiations, out-of-body travel, déjà vu, and flashes, Olsen shares valuable insight about inner experiences and how to interpret them: included are Self-Realization, God-realization, the planes of heaven, the divine selves, soul, karma, reincarnation, ETs, and the spiritual conspiracy on Earth. Insights are also provided on daily Spiritual exercises that utilize contemplation, visualization, and listening techniques to help anyone increase their Spiritual experiences, become closer to God, and develop better communication with the Higher Self. The Layman’s Guide to Experiences in God-Realization shares Spiritual experiences, wisdom, and daily exercises intended to steer others to find answers to their deepest questions and ultimately realize fulfillment.
Download or read book A Layman s Faith written by Thomas Hughes and published by . This book was released on 1868 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
