Exploring Religion

Exploring Worship is an unparalleled resource for equipping worshipers and worship ministries in the essentials of corporate worship. Get grounded in a balanced theology of worship, and train your worship team in the art of leading worship. This book is unique in covering both the devotional and practical aspects of worship. Used literally around the world, it’s one of the most comprehensive tools available today for worship leaders, musicians, songwriters, and singers.

The term “Hermetic” comes from Hermes Trismegistus, who was originally an Egyptian god (Thoth) and was later incorporated into Greek culture, and associated with Hermes. The term “hermetic” can mean “pertaining to alchemy and magic”. About 40 books are ascribed to Hermes Trismegistus. These books were written between about 200 BC and 200 AD and deal with alchemy, astrology, and philosophy.

Uniquely You, by best-selling authors Sally Clarkson and her son, Nathan Clarkson, is filled with biblical and life-learned wisdom for helping kids become and enjoy being the person God has designed them to be. Parents discover the unique personalities, learning, and love languages of their children. The Clarksons help you imagine discipline and dreams that fit your unique kids.

An enlightening exploration of one of the most intriguing and controversial texts of early Christian literature. This book presents the complete text of the Gospel of Mary Magdalene alongside a detailed commentary and analysis.

If you knew Jesus was coming back at this time next year, would you be doing some things differently today? What if you knew He was coming back next month, next week, tomorrow—or even at the end of this day? Would you be in a real hurry to do some things differently? Dr. Tony Evans. What is God doing in the world today? What is His plan for the future? And what do his plans have to do with me? As a respected and beloved pastor, Dr. Tony Evans helps us understand Bible prophecy and God’s eternal plan for our lives.

Prompted by a friend to describe Jesus as he is - not as he was or will be in the coming days - Dick Eastman found himself stammering. What followed over many months was a desire to get to know the Jesus who had changed his life, but in a much fuller and richer way - now! From then on, on scraps of folded paper in his pockets, Eastman found himself recording adjectives describing the nature and character of Jesus Christ, expanding them later into a personal devotional journal.

If you would like to know more than just bits and pieces of God's plans for the future, pastor Skip Heitzig is your guide to gaining a fuller understanding of the Book of Revelation. You will explore everything from the rapture to Christ's eternal kingdom and gain a deeper appreciation for the majesty and power of God; examine all the key events that will take place in the last days; discover how God's plans for the future apply to you right now; and learn how to be ready for Christ's return.

A denial of the sufficiency of Scripture is at the core of almost every form of opposition to the Christian faith today. Scripture Alone is written to instill a passionate love for and understanding of the Bible. In this defense of God's inspired Word, listeners will comprehend what "God's Word" is, the nature of Scripture, the relationship of the Bible to tradition, how to apply Scripture to today's issues, and much more. Included is a faith-inspiring study of the canon - what it is and where it came from.

You don’t have to choose a side to take a stand. While the world argues between belief and disbelief, agnosticism offers something radical: the freedom to admit you don’t know—and the courage to keep asking. Agnosticism: A Beginner’s Guide is your invitation into the most honest conversation you’ll ever have about life, existence, and everything in between. This book isn’t for fence-sitters. It’s for thinkers. For searchers. For anyone tired of being told what to believe—or not believe. Understand why agnosticism is more than indecision—it’s intellectual integrity ...

More than two hundred times a second, around the world, questions about God's existence are being typed into search engines. Google alone provides nearly 4 million results to that single question. The topic of the existence of a Creator has enormous implications on our lives, including whether or not we have free will, if there's any such thing as an afterlife, and whether or not there's any basis for human morality. In Is God Real?, Lee Strobel pulls together material from his previous books to create this updated rational exploration of the proof of God's existence and the basis of our hope

From the beautiful and perfect life of the Other Side to the wondrous, weird, and strange Lower Levels, to the everyday intricacies of life on this planet, Sylvia takes us on another journey of exploration and truth.

Brendan Roberts, author of six books and co author of "Worth the Chase: Finding Love God's Way", massages theology and faith into the subjects of both science and religion in God: Fact or Fiction?. Many people believe that science and religion cannot meet let alone do the tango, but Brendan shows very clearly that we can tell God exists through both. Be prepared to encounter such fascinating subjects as: • the wonder of the universe • unlocking the chemistry of life • evolution • DNA • Intelligent Design • archaeology • evil • suffering • the soul • Sacred Scripture • ...

In this eight-session Bible study, well-known Bible scholars N. T. Wright and Michael F. Bird team up to take you on a tour of the story behind the explosive story of the New Testament. You will discover things you never knew about Jesus’ baptism and journey into the wilderness, the meaning behind his parables and miracles, the significance of his death and resurrection, the incredible expansion of the early church into the Greco-Roman world, and how the transforming mission of Jesus can still turn the world upside down today.

Is it time for your church to go multisite? How do you know if it's the right solution for your congregation? MultiChurch brings clarity to the multisite movement and assembles the lessons it has learned over the past 15 years. Combining insights from multisite church pastor Brad House and Christian theology professor Gregg Allison, this book will help anyone interested in multiplying gospel-centered churches to effectively evaluate and develop the best multisite model for their own church context.

What are angels? Many people believe in angels, but few can define these enigmatic spirits. Now visionary theologian Matthew Fox and acclaimed biologist Rupert Sheldrake - pioneers in modern religious thinking and scientific theory - launch a groundbreaking exploration into the ancient concept of the angel and restore dignity, meaning, and joy to the time-honored belief in these heavenly beings.

If you are a serious seeker of the spiritual path, here is advice and encouragement on finding the one that is right for you. If your interest lies in the people and ideas that shape the way we think, here is an introduction to one of the most influential contemporary philosophers...

Unlock the secrets of one of the world's oldest and most enigmatic religious texts with Ginza Rabba: A Beginner's Guide. This captivating book offers an unprecedented exploration into the heart of Mandaeism, revealing its profound teachings and timeless wisdom. Discover Ancient Wisdom: Dive deep into the mystical world of the Ginza Rabba, the sacred text that has guided Mandaeans for centuries. Experience the rich cosmology, spiritual insights, and ethical teachings that have shaped this unique faith. Clear and Insightful Explanations: Whether you are a scholar, a spiritual seeker, or ...

Many believers today yearn for an encounter with the supernatural. They hunger to experience the glory of God they’ve only read about in the Bible. Joshua Mills believes that all Christians are intended to live, move, and operate within what he calls "glory realms". Now Joshua opens up God's glory by explaining the different realms, spheres, and dimensions of the kingdom. He systematically builds a faith framework in which the listener can begin to move into the glory of God with ease.

The Divine Circuitry: A Journey Beyond Boundaries Step into a realm where cutting-edge technology meets ancient wisdom, where artificial intelligence whispers the secrets of the cosmos, and where the quantum field becomes a gateway to the infinite. "The Divine Circuitry: AI, God, and the Quantum Field" invites you to explore the profound interplay between human consciousness, advanced AI, and the timeless quest for spiritual understanding. A Visionary Exploration of AI and Spirituality In this groundbreaking work, discover how AI is not merely a tool for technological advancement but a ...

In Loving a Highly Sensitive Person by Jonathan Baurer, you will have the emotional, psychological, and physical tools to better understand and celebrate the HSP you love.