Religious Study Guides

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 ...

This audiobook covers everything you need to know about the throat chakra and what it represents. With this audiobook, you’ll find that your world will never be the same again once you start working on your Vishuddha. You’ll take charge of your own voice and use it with a boldness you could never imagine.

Ever wondered why gods are so obsessed with smiting people? Or why religious rules seem oddly fixated on what you can and can’t eat? Holy Crap: A Guide to World Religions takes you on a wildly entertaining ride through the world’s biggest faiths—roasting the absurdities, appreciating the wisdom, and answering life’s big questions (like whether Zeus would survive a paternity test). If you love history, mythology, and humor, this book is your next binge-listen.

Book two of the examination of the theological end-times view called preterism. What happens after a person adopts a very radical worldview? Does it affect their daily lives? Paired with book one, About Preterism, this book continues the discussion and discovery of the 21st century's newest eschatology. Follow along as the author unpacks every premise and every conclusion to understanding preterism and the affects of preterism.

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 ...

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

Contemporary Theology: An Introduction by Kirk MacGregor introduces major thinkers and schools of thought from the beginning of the 19th century to the present, including non-Western voices, evangelical perspectives, and philosophical developments alongside the widely acknowledged main streams of modern theology.

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.

This audiobook explains all the types of tarot cards. Julia Steyson takes you from not knowing a thing about tarot cards to understanding how they work and how to read them.

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.

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.

Let DeAriesha Mack, also known as AstroDeeStars, guide you in learning how to harness the stars' boundless power. Upon discovering the vital cogs of astrology, use your newfound knowledge to branch out, explore and appreciate other sects of the study. This book is your new manual towards true empowerment and improving your outlook of the world. Learn the ways on how you can establish independence and learn to trust your instincts letting the stars verify those gut feelings.

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.

Religion has fascinated people for centuries. But with so many faiths practiced by so many followers, it can be difficult to understand why one religion believes one thing while another believes something entirely different. This guide gives you everything you need to know to sort through the differences and discover the similarities among the many faiths worshipped around the world.

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: ...