In this book, Stan Chu Ilo offers an integral theology of development and a critical social analysis of different development theories and practices in the world, especially in Africa.
The well known Austrian poet and spiritual writer, Rainer Maria Rilke encouraged his young friend not to be a "e;waster of sorrows,"e; but to use them in a positive way as a means to help him grow in holiness.
The Apostolic Fathers Commentary Series aims to complement the study of early Christianity through historical, literary, and theological readings of the Apostolic Fathers.
John Hall Snow was professor of pastoral theology at the Episcopal Divinity School and considered preacher-in-residence at Christ Church, Cambridge, Massachusetts, for over eighteen years.
In this exciting collection of hymns, Kim Fabricius not only skillfully guides us through the Christian year--from Advent and Christmas, through Lent, to Easter and Pentecost--he also imaginatively explores the church's perennial themes: the mystery of God, creation and providence, suffering and death, worship and prayer.
These reflective prayers are the result of permitting a gentle reading of the lectionary texts for a given service to resonate in me and emerge as a searching engagement of the Word with my spirit in a mood of settled joy.
Inspired by author Karen Applebys childhood experiences and new insights gained from a recent trip to Italy, she finally feels comfortable and blessed in her prayer life.
Tribute to the Trinity Bohm book Vol III is a collection of short (under 50 words) contemporary Christian prayers written by two Kansas authors: Barbara and Elsie Bohm.
Endless Grace helps us rediscover the rich treasures of the Psalms--through free-verse prayer renderings of their poems and hymns--as a guide to personal devotion and meditation.
Receive God's Power, Purpose and Peace Every DayLike the great biblical prophets Elijah and Elisha, we live in dark times marked by destruction, trials and temptations that consume our time, energy and faith.
One in five Americans has anxiety significant enough to be diagnosed, and a recent poll showed that 62 percent of people feel more anxious than they did a year ago.
40 Devotions for Knowing Who You Are and Whose You AreFar too many of us drift through life, grasping for occasional clues to our God-given purpose and identity.
A 90-day devotional to change the way you think God thinks about youWhen God thinks about you, he isn't looking for a reason to disqualify, disown, or judge you.
The materials presented here are reflections on a variety of topics: a belief in God's suffering and the pastoral implications of this; Luther's theology of preaching; practical approaches to evangelistic preaching; pastoral advice on death and dying; apologetic preaching in a post-Christian culture on the model of Paul; effective living in the power of the Holy Spirit, striking a balance between enthusiastic service and fervent love; the image of God's love in the Old Testament; and personal exhortations.
In this manual to accompany his new book Spiritual Intelligence and online Master Class, Kris Vallotton guides you through the reality of what it means to have the mind of Christ.
365-Day Devotional Encourages Athletes and Coaches to Take a Time-Out to Center on Their Relationship with GodEven as they strive for victory on the field or on the court, athletes and coaches can make strides toward richer spiritual lives.
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot changeCourage to change the things I canAnd the wisdom to know the differenceSaint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle.