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Imagine Hospitality Rooted in Presence, Not Perfection In Becoming a Person of Welcome, Laura Baghdassarian Murray invites you to reimagine Christian hospitality as a transformative spiritual practice of nurturing genuine connection wherever life takes you. Going beyond opening your home or church building, its about cultivating a posture of welcome that reflects Gods presence and generosity.With wisdom drawn from her Armenian heritage and seasoned church leadership, Murray shares thought-provoking stories and insightful reflections that reach beyond outward gestures to inward transformation and a life shaped by Gods welcome of us. She shares 11 spiritual practices like listening, generosity, humility, and centering prayer to help guide you into this deeper vision of welcome.With Becoming a Person of Welcome, you can: Rediscover the true essence of hospitality and create authentic belonging wherever you are. Strengthen your understandingof Gods inclusive welcome and learn to reflect him by offering true connection and care to those around you. Empower yourself and othersto become bearers of welcome with theological insight, practical steps, and thoughtful reflections. Reflect on ways to embody hospitality yourself or in community with the included questions for individual or group reflection. Are you ready to become a person of welcome? Whether youre a small group or ministry leader who wants to make your church more welcoming, or a Christian who wants to better embody Gods welcoming presence throughout your life, this book will give you the tools, inspiration, and guidance to help you live out a life of connection rooted in Gods example. Take the next step toward embodying hospitality in every part of your life with Becoming a Person of Welcome.

Having been discarded into the oblivion of "heretics", the figure of Juan de Valdés only began to be recovered at the end of the 19th century. Initially associated with Protestantism, Valdés has been portrayed by a range of writers who have each tried to classify him in one of the religious categories of the time: erasmian, catholic, alumbrado or protestant. However, the very diversity of portraits only confirmed the need for a more eclectic point of view. In his book Manuel Martinez-Ortega examines particular religious trends, texts and tendencies of Valdes time and context in order to identify, through the analysis of his writings, the particular characteristics and emphases of his eclecticism. His writings include commentaries on the Bible, with translation from Greek into Spanish, as well as a sizable "spiritual manual" and something like theological sketches, all of which portray his convictions and message. The analysis of his writings and their background reveal that, within the movement of Spanish Protestantism, Juan de Valdes constitutes a clear example of religious currents that received and assimilated key principles of the Protestant Reformation.

Aleksander Krogevoll offers the first extensive study on El Shadday. This includes the most thorough review of all etymologies proposed for Shadday and the most extensive examination on the use and meaning of Shadday in the Hebrew Bible. The author challenges the views that Shadday was unique to the Priestly source or that Priestly source invented the epithet. He supports the etymology of Shaddai being the Akkadian adu, "mountain." By tracing the epithet adu from Akkadian where it was attached to Enlil and Dagan to the Ugaritic El, Krogevoll presents a new hypothesis for how Shadday was introduced into Hebrew. This work is the first book-length study on the equation between El Shadday and Yahweh. Other scholars have proposed that their shared mountain motifs played a part in the equation, but this work is the first study to examine the equation through the lens of the shared mountain motifs at length.

The fundamentals of every faith are exposed in their conceptualization of death. Recent studies have caricatured Post-Reformation Calvinist theology of death as cold and fatalistic. Jason D. Edwards examines the Reformed English Puritan John Flavels (ca. 16271691) theology of death through close analysis of his writings on mortality, dying, and eternal destiny. The spine of his doctrine was covenant theology, or how he understood the terms and applications of divine covenants, though this aspect of his theology has been largely neglected. Inquiry into Flavels treatment of death demonstrates how the Puritan minister emphasized union to Christ as Mediator as the only grounds for a believers hope. Flavel applied his theology to the spiritual needs of those facing death and dying with warmth, clarity, and conviction to anchor all hope in death upon Christ.

Sara Mannen in her book rejects the notion that Karl Barths theology makes God in the image of the modern autonomous subject and argues that his concept of divine personhood is best understood when reframed through the intellectual context that resulted from the Pantheism Controversy, which explicitly revolved around issues of the knowledge and nature of God and divine personhood. The work of Mendelssohn, Jacobi, Fichte, Herder, and Schelling created an environment that necessitated theologians address the concepts of divine personhood, divine absoluteness, and modern questions of theological epistemology. Mannen argues that Barths distinctly modern conception of divine personhood reflects and responds to this environment by providing the necessary divine ontological foundation that establishes God is capable of self-revelation without detriment to Gods absoluteness and that Barths motivation for the occasional use of counterfactual language is to maintain Gods personal nature and identity.

Ivan E. Mesa explores how English Particular Baptists held a unique view of the Jewish people within Gods unfolding redemption. As Dissenters themselves, Baptists empathized with the Jewish plight and connected their philo-Semitism to a larger theological vision that anticipated the Jews conversion and eventual return to the land of Israel. English Baptists viewed Jews as the people of God, "beloved for the fathers sake" (Rom. 11:28). They believed the nation of Israel would one day experience a transformative conversion, aligning with Gods covenantal promises. Through figures such as Henry Jessey, John Gill, Andrew Fuller, and Charles Spurgeon, the author demonstrates how these Baptists advocated for Jewish readmission to England, prayed for the Jews conversion, and engaged in charitable work. This Baptist perspective was distinct and influential, demonstrating a millenarian zeal that connected religious, political, and cultural realms within England, with implications stretching as far as the establishment of the modern state of Israel in 1948.Mesa offers a fresh perspective on Christian-Jewish relations, moving beyond the established narratives of anti-Semitism and toward a more comprehensive understanding of philo-Semitic eschatology.

O leitor é conduzido a uma reflexão profunda sobre a essência do ser humano, desvendando os caminhos do bem e do mal que moldam nosso caráter e definem as intenções do coração. A obra revela, de form

"Love one another, but make not a bond of love." Kahlil Gibrans The Prophet is one of the most beloved and inspiring works ever writtena timeless collection of poetic essays that speak to the heart of what it means to be human.First published in 1923, this spiritual classic follows Almustafa, a wise prophet preparing to leave the city of Orphalese after twelve years. Before his departure, he shares his profound insights on life, love, work, joy, sorrow, freedom, and faith, offering wisdom that transcends cultures, religions, and generations.Written in Gibrans exquisite lyrical prose, The Prophet combines philosophy, spirituality, and poetry into a radiant exploration of the human condition. Its universal messages of compassion, balance, and inner peace have inspired readers worldwide, making it one of the most translated and quoted books of the 20th century.A companion through every season of life, The Prophet invites reflection, renewal, and connection to the divine within us all. Click Buy Now to experience the beauty, serenity, and timeless truth of Kahlil Gibrans The Propheta book that continues to uplift millions around the world.

This volume takes the Renaissance papacy as an institution promoting an ambivalent and complex project of religious reform, where the ideal of the affirmation of a new political power, nourished by classical cultural models, coexists in dialectic tension with the attempt to absorb and channel the diverse claims for the spiritual renewal of the Church, based on Biblical and apocalyptic motifs. In particular, this volume explores the influence of texts and motifs from ancient Christianity on the ideological and theological-political projects of the Catholic Church between 14311549 as well as the rise of the so-called "Catholic orientalism" in Renaissance Rome, the study of Hebrew texts, and Christian Kabbalah.Contributions by A. Annese, L. Battista, G. Bartolucci, F. Berno, D. Del Prete, A. Gerace, N. Kouremenos, V. Lauria, and T. Leinonen.

Essa leitura te leva a refletir e te mostrar que você faz parte do corpo de Cristo e, também a reconhecer sua história para ser luz nas trevas e abraçar com fé as circunstâncias contrárias. Este livr

The Science of Religion (1920) is Paramahansa Yoganandas first major published work and a landmark attempt to present spirituality as a universal, rational, and experiential science. Written soon after his arrival in the United States, the book explains that all true religions share a single underlying purpose: to lead human beings from suffering and restlessness to lasting happiness through direct inner experience of the Divine. Yogananda examines the human quest for joy, showing that ordinary pleasures are fleeting because they depend on external circumstances. True fulfillment, he argues, comes only from contact with the souls innate bliss, which transcends the senses. This experience is not bound to any creed but can be achieved through systematic spiritual practicewhat he calls the "science" of religion. Drawing on the philosophical traditions of India and Western psychology, Yogananda outlines meditation as the essential method for exploring consciousness, calming the mind, and realizing ones unity with Spirit. He also critiques sectarianism and dogma, inviting readers to approach religion as a universal path open to all seekers.

Jesus na sua oração sacerdotal pede ao Pai que os seus discípulos estejam nomundo sem serem do mundo. Estar no mundo, pois é na sociedade, onde osseres humanos vivem e se relacionam, onde os cristãos

"Nem tudo o que vemos é real. E nem tudo o que é real pode ser visto. Uma ficção que desperta a consciência e nos lembra que cada passo, cada sim e cada silêncio ecoa muito além desta dimensão. Juli

In the translators introduction to this volume, James Kellerman relates the following story:As Thomas Aquinas was approaching Paris, a fellow traveler pointed out the lovely buildings gracing that city. Aquinas was impressed, to be sure, but he sighed and stated that he would rather have the complete Incomplete Commentary on Matthew than to be mayor of Paris itself.Thomass affection for the work attests its great popularity during the Middle Ages, despite its significant missing parts--everything beyond the end of Matthew 25, with further gaps of Matthew 8:11--10:15 and 13:14--18:35. Although there are gaps, what remains is quite lengthy, so much so that we offer the work in two volumes, comprising fifty-four homilies.While the early-fifth-century author displays a few Arian propensities in a handful of passages, for the most part the commentary is moral in nature and therefore orthodox and generic. The unknown author, who for several centuries was thought to be John Chrysostom, follows the allegorizing method of the Alexandrians, but not by overlooking the literal meaning. His passion, above all, is to set forth the meaning of Matthews Gospel for his readers.Here, for the first time, this ancient work is made available in English, ably translated by James A. Kellerman and edited by Thomas C. Oden.Ancient Christian Texts are new English translations of full-length commentaries or sermon series from ancient Christian authors that allow you to study key writings of the early church fathers in a fresh way.

Children remain among the most vulnerable members of society, and the responsibility of protecting their rights requires ongoing intellectual, legal, religious, cultural and social engagement. Since the adoption of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACRWC) in 1990, African states have made significant progress in developing legal frameworks and mechanisms protecting children. However, emerging challenges and deep-rooted structural issues continue to hinder the full realisation of childrens rights across Africa. Thinking Childrens Rights in Africa: Emerging Issues is a response to this reality. It is a multidisciplinary volume that brings together a wide range of voices - academics, practitioners, philosophers, theologians, social workers, and child rights advocates - to reflect on the progress, contradictions, and persistent gaps in Africas child protection landscape. The volume consists of fourteen chapters and includes the work of more than nineteen contributors, many of whom have conducted empirical research, engaged with policy and existing literature, and/or drawn from years of practical experience. The book begins by exploring traditional and theoretical foundations of childrens rights in Africa, emphasising the relevance and tensions between customary norms and contemporary child protection discourses. It then considers the legal and policy dimensions as well as lived realities and emerging challenges, including child marriage, trafficking, sexual abuse, and the situation of children in street contexts. The role of religion, law, and policymakers in shaping the future of child rights on the continent is emphasised.

Children remain among the most vulnerable members of society, and the responsibility of protecting their rights requires ongoing intellectual, legal, religious, cultural and social engagement. Since the adoption of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACRWC) in 1990, African states have made significant progress in developing legal frameworks and mechanisms protecting children. However, emerging challenges and deep-rooted structural issues continue to hinder the full realisation of childrens rights across Africa. Thinking Childrens Rights in Africa: Emerging Issues is a response to this reality. It is a multidisciplinary volume that brings together a wide range of voices - academics, practitioners, philosophers, theologians, social workers, and child rights advocates - to reflect on the progress, contradictions, and persistent gaps in Africas child protection landscape. The volume consists of fourteen chapters and includes the work of more than nineteen contributors, many of whom have conducted empirical research, engaged with policy and existing literature, and/or drawn from years of practical experience. The book begins by exploring traditional and theoretical foundations of childrens rights in Africa, emphasising the relevance and tensions between customary norms and contemporary child protection discourses. It then considers the legal and policy dimensions as well as lived realities and emerging challenges, including child marriage, trafficking, sexual abuse, and the situation of children in street contexts. The role of religion, law, and policymakers in shaping the future of child rights on the continent is emphasised.

The Life Divine (Book I) is Sri Aurobindos monumental exploration of human existence and its potential for spiritual transformation. Written in rich, philosophical prose, it seeks to reconcile the deepest insights of Eastern mysticism with the rational clarity of Western thought. Aurobindo begins by examining the human aspiration for a higher life, the tension between material existence and spiritual yearning, and the apparent contradiction between the finite and the infinite.He proposes that evolution is not merely biological but also consciousness-driven: life has emerged from matter, mind has emerged from life, and the next step is the awakening of a supramental consciousnessa divine consciousness capable of transforming human nature. In Book I, he analyzes fundamental questions: the problem of evil, the dualities of spirit and matter, and the role of reason, intuition, and faith in understanding reality. He draws on the Vedic and Vedantic tradition while also engaging with science and philosophy to show that spirit is not opposed to life but seeks to manifest fully within it.Profound yet practical, The Life Divine offers a vision of human destiny that transcends suffering and limitation. It invites readers to see evolution as a journey toward divine life on eartha union of consciousness and matter.

UMA MISSÃO ESCONDIDA Casas de Chá – As Mulheres do Distrito da Luz Vermelha é um livro único.Apresenta uma missão não muito comum e até desconhecida: compartilhar oevangelho com mulheres das casas da

The Bodhidharma Anthology: The Earliest Records of Zen is a groundbreaking scholarly edition and translation of five essential texts associated with Bodhidharma, the semi-legendary Indian monk credited with bringing Chan (Zen) Buddhism to China in the early sixth century. Edited and translated by Jeffrey L. Broughton, this anthology presents the earliest known written materials about Bodhidharmas teachings and life, offering a direct window into the formative period of Zen thought. The texts explore core Chan ideas such as direct perception of the mind, the non-reliance on written scriptures, and the practice of meditation as a means to awaken ones Buddha-nature. Broughton provides careful translation alongside extensive notes that clarify historical context, doctrinal nuances, and textual transmission. He situates Bodhidharma within the intellectual and religious currents of medieval China, showing how these writings helped shape the later Zen emphasis on enlightenment through direct experience rather than scholastic study. This volume serves both scholars and general readers interested in the origins of Zen Buddhism. It reveals a raw, sometimes austere vision of spiritual practiceemphasizing simplicity, personal realization, and the stripping away of conceptual barriers. The Bodhidharma Anthology is an invaluable resource for understanding how one enigmatic teacher inspired a tradition that would transform East Asian spirituality.

After losing her husband, Ruth didnt know what the future had in store. But God showed her he still had a great plan for the years ahead. In this book, Ruth retells the remarkable journey God led her on, from being a retired primary school teacher in London to ten years of serving God in the foothills of Mount Kenya. Along the way, she learnt so much about the world and herself, but most of all about the unstoppable faithfulness of God to his promises in extraordinary ways.Ruth spent a decade lovingly working with many children in childrens homes, helping them through to their early years of adulthood. She sought to ensure they had the education, skills and faith in God that the rest of their lives would require.But it wasnt just others who were blessed. Ruth tells how the whole experience radically deepened her confidence in the Lord, even in the most difficult of circumstances."This book highlights the endless possibilities of a life offered to God whatever your age. Ruths daily trust in the providence, provision and protection of the Almighty God will inspire, encourage and challenge you. Christian biographies are essential reading for every believer, and this one of the best and a must read." Lindsay Benn