Exploring Religion

\The long-awaited sequel to The Making of a Spiritual Movement: The Untold Story of Paul Twitchell and Eckankar, this work goes into further detail about Paul Twitchell's extensive plagiarism, his cover-ups, his neo-mythology, and the acrimonious break-up of Darwin Gross and Harold Klemp.

As opposed to the Creator’s "ways" with humankind, Seven Imperatives focuses on how humans should best relate to their Creator as specifically revealed in Hebrew scriptures. A few verses from the Christian New Testament are included for greater clarity where Jesus of Nazareth converses with both a scribe and a lawyer.

Come with Erin Taylor in the first volume of Strange Colorado as she sets out to discover some of Colorado's most exciting tales. What will she find as she researches the truth behind some of the most popular hauntings, cryptids, aliens, and legendary people of the Centennial State?

Previously published as Yeshua's Yoga, The Hidden Message of the Lost Gospel of Thomas unearths the central teaching of this ancient text. The Gospel of Thomas, re-discovered in Nag Hammadi Egypt in 1945, remains one of the most exciting archaeological finds of recent centuries. But how prepared are we to approach this text on its own terms?

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the ancient religion of Hinduism. It explores the history, beliefs, practices, and major texts of Hinduism, covering a wide range of topics such as the Vedas, Upanishads, Puranas, and various schools of Hindu philosophy. The book examines the key concepts and teachings of Hinduism, including karma, dharma, samsara, and moksha, as well as the Hindu gods and goddesses, their significance and symbolism. It also delves into the various forms of worship, rituals, and festivals that are an integral part of Hinduism.

How well do you know the Bible? Do you know the stories? Do you know how the Bible is organized and how those texts were chosen? Have you ever thought about all the different ways people approach the Bible and decided for yourself what to think? If you said no to any of these questions, you need What Is the Bible? This six-week study in basic biblical literacy assumes no prior knowledge of the Bible and is not biased toward any particular Christian tradition. It is the first course in the popular set of Bible studies, Exploring the Bible: The Dickinson Series.

In this course, Father Kirby takes a look at the history and artwork of St. Peter's Square and Basilica through the light of faith. This comprehensive tour explains why St. Peter's Basilica was significant to the early Christians, and why it is still significant today. Just as the ancient pilgrims exclaimed, “Ecco Roma” (Latin for “Behold Rome”), so too does this course begin with wonder at beholding the Eternal City. Aside from visiting Italy in person, this tour will take you as close as possible to experiencing the splendor of Rome, Vatican City, and St. Peter’s Square.

A través de historias bíblicas, reflexiones y actividades prácticas, los niños aprenderán a enfrentar los desafíos diarios con valentía, integridad y fe. Desde la fe inquebrantable de David hasta el valiente acto de justicia de Ester, estas historias no solo inspiran, sino que enseñan la relevancia eterna de la protección de Dios.

Adéntrate en un mundo donde las enseñanzas eternas de Jesús cobran vida con "Aventuras en las Escrituras para Niños: Explorando las enseñanzas de Jesús a través de sus parábolas". Este cautivador libro presenta los misterios, moralejas y mensajes de aliento de las parábolas más famosas de Jesús, diseñadas para ser educativas, emocionantes y relevantes para las mentes jóvenes. Cada parábola se explica de manera clara y accesible, haciendo que las profundas enseñanzas de Jesús se adapten a la comprensión de los niños, brindándoles herramientas para aplicar estas lecciones en sus vidas diarias.

Sumérgete en el corazón del crecimiento espiritual con "Explorando el Fruto del Espíritu," una guía que te invita a un vibrante viaje para cultivar las cualidades esenciales para una vida cristiana plena. Este libro desvela la profunda simplicidad y el poder transformador del amor, el gozo, la paz, la paciencia, la amabilidad, la bondad, la fidelidad, la mansedumbre y el dominio propio. Con cada página, descubrirás que estos frutos no son solo virtudes a alcanzar, sino la esencia misma de una vida guiada por el Espíritu.

Como el sexto libro de la querida serie "Aventuras en las Escrituras para Niños," esta obra lleva a los jóvenes lectores en un recorrido único por la vida de Jesucristo. Desde su nacimiento milagroso en Belén hasta sus enseñanzas, milagros y sacrificio en la cruz, cada capítulo está diseñado para captar la atención de los niños. A través de relatos bíblicos, actividades y preguntas reflexivas, aprenderán no solo sobre los eventos de su vida, sino también sobre el amor y la compasión que guiaron cada acción de Jesús.

What does it mean to be gay and a Christian? Beginning with how the Bible describes the Church, author Nate Collins outlines a vision for community life that challenges Christians to examine obstacles that inhibit spiritual unity. This new vision calls straight and non-straight believers alike to patterns of Christian obedience that respect and honor their similarities and differences.

The Ancient Wisdom is a book by Anni Besant published in 1897 as per the dedication in the Leader of the undated first pressing. In this book Besant introduces and explains the physical plain, astral plane, mental plain and other planes of existence. This book is intended to place in the hands of the general listener an epitome of Theosophical Teachings, Sufficiently plain to serve the elementary student, and sufficiently full to lay a sound foundation for future knowledge.

In "The Coin Manifesto," Derrick Brown guides listeners on a profound journey to uncover the fundamental truth that the aggregated emotions of happiness, sadness, pleasure, and pain are never permanent. Our struggle in life is that we try to make that which is temporary (peace and unrest) permanent. We are all part of a greater whole experiencing these emotions like tossing a Coin never knowing the outcome of its flip.

The multi-site church movement is reshaping the way we do church. But how does it actually work? And is it right for your church? Enjoy a guided tour of multi-site churches across America and see for yourself how churches are growing and reaching their communities. This companion to The Multi-Site Church Revolution gives you on-site pictures of the new and creative ways churches are expanding their impact through multiple locations.

Highly esteemed astrophysicist Joseph Silk explores the vast mysteries and speculations of the field of cosmology in a way that balances an accessible style for the general reader and enough technical detail for advanced students and professionals. Indeed, while the physical laws and origins of the universe can be endlessly complex, even Einstein once mused that they could be explained simply enough to be grasped by nonspecialists.

Are you ready to quiet the mind, transcend daily stress, and experience life with clarity and peace? Through engaging narration and practical insights, this audiobook breaks down the profound teachings of Patanjali, revealing step-by-step how to reach the ultimate state of spiritual liberation. Why This Audiobook Stands Out:~ Clear, Practical Guidance – No fluff, no filler. Cruz blends ancient wisdom with actionable techniques to help you integrate Samadhi into your daily life.

Currently, more than one million military wives care for their families and their homes, often while their husbands are deployed out of state or overseas for months at a time. These women can experience a roller coaster of emotions including disappointment, loneliness, and fear. Sara Horn, the wife of a navy reservist, understands the challenges these women face. She knows how to talk about faith and spiritual truths through the filter of military life.

Understand the history, core values, and divisions as they've developed within the Evangelical Christian movement. Four Views on Evangelicalism compares and contrasts four distinct positions on the current fundamentalist-evangelical spectrum. Each author explains and defends his position, which is critiqued by the other three authors.

All too often, we are told about the differences we have in religion. In this short audiobook is a sort of guide through all the things we share. It addresses the subjects of creation in world religion, all the way to the last days.