Christ Meditation

BELOVED FRIENDS AND BRETHREN, I cannot reach your hearts, I know well. It is not in me,—it needs the finger of God. But I can set before you my earnest wishes for every class among you, and I will do it, the Lord being my helper. Bear with me if I say things that sound sharp and hard. Set it down to my anxiety for your salvation;—I mean it all for your good. I write none other things but what I have gathered from the Bible, and as such I commend them to your consciences. Consider what I say, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. I grant you may be quick and clever about the...

“My God! My God! Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me?” (Matt. 27:46) Meditations on the Fourth Word from the Cross by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen For years, Archbishop Sheen gave a series of powerful presentations on Christ’s Passion and His seven last words from the Cross. As a Scripture scholar, Archbishop Sheen knew full well the power contained in preaching Christ crucified. With St. Paul, he could say, “For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified” (1 Cor. 2:2). During his last recorded Good Friday address in 1979, Archbishop Sheen spoke of having given ...

But will God so “bring every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ,” that no wandering thought will find a place in the mind, even while we remain in the body? So some have vehemently maintained; yea, have affirmed that none are perfected in love unless they are so far perfected in understanding, that all wandering thoughts are done away; unless not only every affection and temper be holy and just and good, but every individual thought which arises in the mind be wise and regular. This is a question of no small importance. For how many of those who fear God, yea, and love ...

In the midst of his suffering in prison, St. Paul gives us a true glimpse into his faith and hope. Despite his circumstances, he describes his life as a joyful journey, because it is under the leadership of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Incarnated Word of God. During his time in prison, St. Paul neither expresses care for being deprived of his preaching the Gospel, or for his lack of freedom to meet his Beloved. Yet, in the midst of his pain and suffering, his soul did not cease to rejoice in the victorious life of faith in Jesus Christ – in every minute of every day. He did not view faith ...

In "Meditate on Christ," Heath Achatz explores the profound intersection of mindfulness and spirituality, with a special focus on Jesus Christ. Mindfulness, rooted in ancient contemplative traditions and supported by modern scientific research, is presented as a powerful tool for cultivating inner peace, reducing stress, and fostering spiritual connection. The book delves into the practice of mindfulness, defined as the intentional awareness of the present moment with openness, curiosity, and acceptance.

OUR Lord had been persecuted, and therefore he put forth many proofs of his power. When opposition attends the gospel it will be the more triumphant ; the warnings of the devil prognosticate the success of the word. When our Lord Jesus had done much, he was under a sacred necessity to do more; for every one who was healed busied himself in spreading abroad the fame of the beloved Physician, and others labouring under similar infirmities hastened at once to receive the like cure. The more we do for Christ the more we may do, and I think usually the more we must do. If we hold back from ...

You are who God says you are, and Who I Am In Christ Daily Devotionals is here to help you fully embrace and walk in that truth. Through daily affirmations rooted in scripture, this devotional offers a transformative journey of discovering your true identity in Christ. You will learn to shed the limitations of human frailty and embrace the limitless potential that comes from being made in God's image and likeness. With each daily devotion, you will be empowered to declare and reflect on the truth of who you are in Christ, ultimately becoming the person God created you to be. This is not ...

As we start upon our spiritual navigation from the great mountains and forests of the wild life of nature, we must be content to take the lowest and humblest steps that belong to beginners. The lowest class of vessels that go by water are those of the tow-boat rank, such as are used on canals, and barges for hauling slow and heavy freight. There are two classes of boats that we must utilize in our journey before we come to the sail boat, which, in a proper sense, represents the life of a regenerated believer; of one who has the assurance of the Spirit that he is a child of God. In like ...

Following the success of Buddhist Mandalas: Explore Parallel Realities with Sacred Geometry, book two continues the dharma teachings. Everyone’s mandala is energetic expressions of the divine-human in physical form. The nature of nirvana is hidden in plain sight through rediscovering our true essence as fractal expressions of source experiencing its creation directly.

“I thirst.” (John 19:28) Meditations on the Fifth Word from the Cross by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen For years, Archbishop Sheen gave a series of powerful presentations on Christ’s Passion and His seven last words from the Cross. As a Scripture scholar, Archbishop Sheen knew full well the power contained in preaching Christ crucified. With St. Paul, he could say, “For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified” (1 Cor. 2:2). During his last recorded Good Friday address in 1979, Archbishop Sheen spoke of having given this type of reflection on the ...

A DEEP concern for the welfare of my fellow-mortals, and an earnest desire that they may be made partakers of the joy and glory of that salvation which comes by Christ, has induced me to present to them in this form, the following Sermon, written by John Venn, late rector of Clapham — a valued and experienced Christian; as it contains hints well calculated to produce serious reflection, to lead into humble watchfulness of spirit, and the endeavour to walk so closely with God, that whatsoever is done may be done to his glory. I am best satisfied to add, that my own observation and ...

New and improved version of A Coach for Christ with a bonus of Godly Meditations for each area of your life and an Appendix Full of Resources. Fulfill the great command as a Christian to "Go and make disciples of all nations." Matthew 28:18-20 A Coach for Christ equips believers to become an influence on others in order to bring them to Christ. Often people don’t understand how to gain the rapport necessary to lead others, A Coach for Christ solves that problem. In it, believers discover how to relate to others so they can lead them on the right path. It is a great resource for parents ...

When Jesus ascended, he gave Christians peace that the world couldn't understand. Because, his brand of peace was everlasting. No matter what you're going through or how bad the odds may seem, you can have that peace if you hold onto his words during uncertain times. Holding on to Jesus’ Words and God’s Promises: Your Modern-Day Covenant with God is a meditation for you to listen to and repeat when the ground beneath you feels like it's shaking.

Come. Accept pastor Joshua Choonmin Kang's invitation to walk slowly, paying attention to God's work in you and around you, to walk intentionally, using spiritual disciplines to develop Christlike character, and to walk purposefully, experiencing deeper grace and vision. In this book you'll encounter fifty-two brief readings, ideal for weekly sabbath reflection or daily devotional use. They point to the path of peace in the midst of life's turmoil, to hope in the midst of brokenness.

A Cornerstone Book In Our Rich Christian Literary Heritage. Thomas à Kempis leads the honest seeker as deeply into the inward life with Christ as it is possible for a human being to go, allowing the reader to draw away from the noise and clamor of the everyday world to personally experience Jesus’ promise: “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you” (John 14:27). It took Thomas à Kempis seven years to write this book by hand over five centuries ago. Since then, The Imitation of Christ has been translated into more languages than any other book except the Bible, and is ...

Are you looking to build a resilient ministry? Take the biblical resiliency quiz at the beginning of this book. Find your biblical type. Commit to spending five minutes a week on building your resilience. Each weeks reading covers in-context Bible passages that are important to you--like your calling, your leadership, your place in the kingdom, your work for God, and much more. It puts in context where you are in your journey with Christ. Are you a Paul? A Peter? Or maybe a Stephen? Take the quiz. Find a space in your week for this. You’ll thank God you did.

There is one thing needful for every disciple of Christ--sitting at His feet and listening to His word to us. Discover seven matchless blessings that are ours as the author examines the story of Mary and Martha: Inspiration Revelation A Place of Peace A Place of Purpose A Place of Power A Place of Prayer A Place of Provision A Place of Protection A Place of Praise

There is an ancient book called Job which takes its name from the man whose story it tells. He lived in the land of Uz. He was a man of up-right life and godly character. He had a large family and was very prosperous. The home life of his family was particularly happy. His children feasted together daily and their father took pains with their religious life. The disinterestedness of Job's piety was questioned in the heavenly councils by Satan. God asked him, "Hast thou considered my servant Job? For there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and...

A 31-Day Journey to Spiritual Renewal for Men Are you ready to break free from the past, renew your mind, and step fully into your God-given identity? 31-Day Devotional: Putting Off and Putting On is a powerful guide to help you strip away old habits, embrace righteousness, and walk confidently in faith. Based on biblical principles and the Apostle Paul’s teaching on spiritual renewal, this devotional will guide you through a transformational journey of faith—one day at a time.What You’ll Discover in This Devotional: ✅ Daily Scripture Readings – Strengthen your faith with key ...

Making Our Home With God is a collection of travel meditations that pair New Testament readings with glimpses of the New Jerusalem in such diverse places as Iona, Chartres, Samburu, and Antarctica, as well as in one’s own home. Marks invites the reader on a pilgrimage that entails taking nothing—no extra coat, shoes, or bag, only an open heart and mind—on a journey home to life in Christ, where our hearts welcome others who hunger and thirst for what we may take for granted. Those new companions, who are Christ in His many faces and forms, change our lives forever. Patricia Marks, now...