Religious Study Guides

When life's left you flatter than a steamrolled possum, turn here for a little hope, humor, honesty, and encouragement from the Bible. It's the best of Chonda Pierce's celebrated Roadkill Reports to her fans, plus lots of new material, and it's perfect for reinflating your outlook--anytime, anywhere!

Muslims around the world are having dreams about Jesus. “The Man in the white robe” has been appearing to many, calling them into his kingdom. At age 23, Kenza Haddock was one person whose powerful dream encounter led her to leave Islam and follow Jesus. Years later, as a seasoned Christian, Haddock has written the resource she desperately searched for as a new believer.

In the dictionary the meaning of relent is to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity. Re Lent is a Catholic’s Guide of 40 things to give up for Lent guaranteed to transform your life! The purpose of the season of Lent is to look inward to create the internal conditions to draw closer to God. Choosing to fast or withdraw from the distractions of the world helps to establish this. Re Lent explores 40 negative thought patterns to give up. For example, giving up self-sabotaging beliefs, struggle, fear, attachment, guilt, and lack are discussed. Each of the 40 ...

Have you ever wondered about your solar plexus chakra? Has it ever occurred to you that some of the problems you may be facing in life could be due to an imbalance or blockage in this energy center? If you’ve been wondering how to step into your power and have more control of your energy and well-being, this audiobook is for you. The solar plexus chakra is one of the most vital chakras in terms of balance and control in your life.

The Law of Attraction is already working within you and through you. If you are checking out this book, it is not by accident. You may think that you have just happened upon it. However, because of the Law of Attraction, you really have attracted it to yourself.

For centuries, Stoicism has had a large influence throughout various cultures. The great philosophers of ancient Greece and Rome, including Aristotle and Plato, gave Zeno of Citium inspiration, which led to him founding what is now known as Stoicism.

Isaac Asimov said that "whatever the tortures of hell, I think the boredom of heaven would be even worse." Such quandaries are the bread and butter of philosophy of religion. Questioning why evil exists, whether God could create a stone he couldn't lift, and if the wonder of life suggests a Creator, this fascinating branch of philosophy is concerned with arguments for and against religion, and what form an immortal god (or gods) would take if in existence. Charles Taliaferro provides a clear exploration of the discipline, introducing a wide range of philosophers.

The Fool and the Heretic is a deeply personal story told by two respected scientists who hold opposing views on the topic of origins, share a common faith in Jesus Christ, and began a sometimes-painful journey to explore how they can remain in Christian fellowship when each thinks the other is harming the church. This book provides a model for how faithful Christians can hold opposing views on deeply divisive issues yet grow deeper in their relationship to each other and to God.

More than a guide to Daniel, The Derision of Heaven is an urgent message for the exiled church. As you journey through the story and visions of Daniel, you will be awe-struck by the sovereign rule of God, emboldened to live a life that glorifies him, and encouraged to serve in the eternal Kingdom of Heaven.

Who is God? Why am I here? How should I live? These are a few of the crucial questions about life that must be answered. What’s exciting is that God has provided those answers in Scripture. In I Believe, Thom Rainer outlines the essentials of the Christian faith in a clear and succinct way. You’ll learn about prayer, church, angels, heaven, the Trinity, and much more. Listen to and discuss these Christian beliefs in a small group at your local church. It was within a church that Thom Rainer first experienced the power of these profound yet simple truths to utterly transform his life.

This subject booklet is a short, easy to read and understand, Biblical Study Guide of the very important Fifteen (15) Spiritual Blessings that we as believers have in Christ. It is based entirely upon the Scriptures as well as the Apostle Paul's letter (i.e. book) to the Christian church at Ephesus. (Ephesians 1:3-20). It is quite interesting to note that the Greek word for 'blessings' is the word 'eulogia' which means to 'benefit' from. These 15 Spiritual Blessings that our beloved Apostle Paul referred to were not just nice little ideas. They were realities to him that were attached to ...

This book "Become a Better Christian" by setting goals, tells you, in a simple step by step fashion, how to set the goals that when accomplished will make you a Better Christian (albeit not perfect, of course).

With their new book, Cristofer Pereyra and Erin Monnin provide a guide to authentic lay Catholic leadership. Catholic Leadership for Civil Society is structured to show that lay Catholic leadership is not meant to be lived out within the confines of the Catholic community exclusively, but instead serve mainly as a guiding force which illuminates every aspect of secular society with the Truth of the Gospel. The book explains why lay Catholic professionals have a unique responsibility and opportunity to influence the world for Christ, as their duty as baptized children of God.

Buddhism has seen a resurgence from time to time during our history. This is because its beliefs and spiritual practices seem to resonate with people when they are feeling lost or in need of guidance. Buddhism sums up the basic essence of Buddhism. This book is going to help you better understand what Buddhism is, how it can benefit you, and how you can apply it in your routine life.

This is a concise, easy-to-read, and understandable book about the 15 Blessings our Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus, has in store for you when you become a believer—that is when you accept Jesus as your personal Lord and Savior.

In a world filled with diverse beliefs and religious practices, understanding the differences among various groups is crucial for anyone seeking to stand firm in their faith. This book provides a comprehensive overview of 28 religious groups, analyzed through the lens of Biblical Baptist doctrine. From mainstream denominations to lesser-known sects, each chapter offers a concise history, an outline of core beliefs, and a comparison with the teachings of Scripture. Whether you are a pastor, teacher, or simply a curious student of the Bible, this resource will equip you to discern truth from ...

God or Nature, Whatever is what happens when a philosophy grad student decides to explain Baruch Spinoza—the 17th-century lens grinder who got canceled by every major religion—using sarcasm, swearing, and a deeply unhealthy relationship with Euclidean geometry. Sophia Blackwell takes Spinoza's Ethics (a book structured like a math textbook, only less fun) and translates it into plain, hilarious, possibly heretical English. The result? A philosophical roast that actually teaches you something. Inside, you'll learn: Why Spinoza thought God was just...

Embrace a Biblically Centered Life! Are you ready to embark on a journey of faith that goes beyond the surface? Do you yearn to experience a life fully committed to Jesus in every aspect? The COMMITMENTS of a Jesus Follower: Practical Christian Living and Discipleship offers a roadmap to transform your spiritual walk from ordinary to extraordinary. This insightful Bible study unveils the essential commitments required to truly follow Jesus and live a life that reflects His love and purpose. Through ten profound and practical lessons, you'll discover how to: Build a Rock-Solid Foundation: ...

This audiobook is divided into three parts. The first part "sclaffolding", attempts to sketch out the mechanicals of "evangelical desconstruction". The second part, "A Letter to a Friend" is the centerpiece of the audiobook, which is a personal, autobiographical account of my de- and re-construction experience. The third part consists of appendices - reference material aimed at re-orienting those who are skeptical and those who aren't sure where to get next in re-building their intellectual and spiritual lives as Christians.

No hay dos individuos iguales, pero todas las personas nacidas bajo el mismo signo zodiacal comparten ciertas similitudes. Su signo del zodiaco puede aportar una gran claridad a su día a día y de todos los talentos y cualidades que posee. Dado que vivimos en un mundo imprevisible, a veces resulta difícil encontrarle sentido.