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Drawing on Zen philosophy and his expertise in the martial art of aikido, best-selling author George Leonard shows how the process of mastery can help us attain a higher level of excellence and a deeper sense of satisfaction and fulfillment in our daily lives. Whether you're seeking to improve your career or your intimate relationships, increase self-esteem or create harmony within yourself, this inspiring prescriptive guide will help you master anything you choose and achieve success in all areas of your life.

This fast-paced, inspirational narrative reveals how God used one man of great courage, discipline, and humility to bring countless souls to Christ. God’s accomplishments through George Whitefield are to this day virtually unparalleled. In an era when many ministers were timid and apologetic in their preaching, he preached the gospel with aggressive zeal and undaunted courage. In the wake of his fearless preaching, revival swept across the British Isles, and the Great Awakening transformed the American colonies.

Actions often speak louder than words, but in the life of Christ, as George MacDonald illustrates, both resonate with equal power. While much focus is placed on Jesus teachings during His time on earth, the miracles He performed leave many in our modern age questioning their significance. MacDonald, with his characteristic wisdom and gentleness, invites us to explore these miraculous events as a gateway to understanding the profound inner life of Christ, allowing us to intimately connect with Him and His Father. (Summary by Jordan) Proof-Listeners lomond and Sarah Parshall

Best known for his enchanting fairy tales and fantasy narratives like The Golden Key and Phantastes, George MacDonald was a profound spiritual guide of the nineteenth century. After serving as a minister in Scotland, he had to resign due to health issues. His influence extended to notable writers such as G. K. Chesterton and C. S. Lewis, the latter of whom regarded MacDonald as his spiritual father and curated a collection of his works. In The Hope of the Gospel, MacDonald delves into the core message of the gospel—an aspect often neglected in both his time and ours. With a critical eye ...

Discover the profound depths of Gods incomparable nature as we explore His Being, Attributes, Works, and Word. For who in the heavens can be compared to the Lord? Who among the sons of the mighty can be likened to the Lord? — Psalm 896. Join us on this enlightening journey into the divine.

Dive into a captivating series of brief readings designed for Jewish youth and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of Jewish beliefs. While this collection shouldn’t be mistaken for a catechism, the author and editor provide insightful perspectives that illuminate the richness of Jewish faith. - Summary by KevinS

Men! Here is the audiobook for you to listen to as you commute! A companion to A Woman After God's Own Heart written by Elizabeth George, this audiobook will help you realize the tremendous joy and confidence that come from pursuing God in every area of your life. Author Jim George explains God's perfect design for you, and explores many of the most critical areas of your life including marriage, work, and Christian witness.

Exploring the mystery, wisdom, and power of the dark phase of the moon's cycle, Mysteries of the Dark Moon provides a lunar-based model for moving through the dark times in our lives with understanding, consciousness, and faith in renewal.

Hear the story of Jesus in everyday English; told in an informal, informative, and interesting way.

Taking his lead from his subject, Gershom Scholem - the 20th-century thinker who cracked open Jewish theology and history with a radical reading of Kabbalah - Prochnik combines biography and memoir to counter our contemporary political crisis with an original and urgent reimagining of the future of Israel.

Analyzing HinduismWelcome to Analyzing Hinduism, a podcast dedicated to an uncompromising yet deeply compassionate examination of one of the world’s oldest traditions as it's assumed without evidence and proof. This show provides a rigorous, scholarly deep dive into the Vedic worldview, scrutinizing its foundations through the precision of scientific inquiry, the clarity of logical consistency, and the weight of historical evidence.Our approach is rooted in Biblical presuppositions, seeking to compare the tenets of Hinduism against the ultimate standard of the Word of God. While we do not ...

Psalm 23 is for every life season.Take a gentle journey through Psalm 23 with best-selling author Elizabeth George and explore 12 life-changing truths God wants you to know. David, a man known for his great faith and great failures reveals how God gave him strength in the midst of challenges and peace in every situation. And God wants to do the same for you.

Love like poets, live like saints. This unique exploration of people such as Saint Thérèse, George MacDonald, and C.S. Lewis offers insight into 11 of the world's most thoughtful and authentic Christ followers. Weaving biography and spiritual formation together, Poets and Saints reminds us of the convictions that set us apart as Christians - and the truth that has set us free in every generation.

The best-selling author of A Woman After God's Own Heart has a brand new release! Elizabeth George's A Mother After God's Own Heart offers 10 principles to help moms make God an everyday part of their children's lives. Elizabeth, who has two grown children and six grandchildren, gives practical advice and real¿life suggestions for helping children, no matter what their ages, incorporate God into daily life. Elizabeth's husband, Jim, also provides biblical advice from a dad's perspective.

As the Advent season unfolds in London, the Greatorex family finds themselves in the midst of unexpected turmoil. But everything is set to change with a heartwarming surprise on Christmas morning. (Ann Boulais)

In The Elect Lady, two farmers sons and a cotters daughter, despite their differing social backgrounds, forge a deep bond in childhood as they learn to follow Jesus together. As adults, their lives intertwine in unexpected ways with their landlord, his daughter, and her cousin. The revelation of the Lairds secret sends ripples through their lives. This lesser-known gem by MacDonald, while shorter in length, is rich with charming characters, unexpected plot twists, love, and valuable life lessons. However, readers are encouraged to approach it with discernment, as MacDonalds controversial ...

In her upbeat, practical style, bestselling author Elizabeth George encourages women to embrace radical faith as they serve God by helping people and accomplishing His projects.

From best-selling author Elizabeth George (nearly 4 million books sold) comes a work born of her desire to help others through difficult times. Finding God's Path Through Your Trials acknowledges the hard times we all face and reveals how people can "count it all joy."

Michael Jordan credits George Mumford with transforming his on-court leadership of the Bulls, helping Jordan lead the team to six NBA championships. Mumford also helped Kobe Bryant, Andrew Bynum, and Lamar Odom and countless other NBA players turn around their games. A widely respected public speaker and coach, Mumford is sharing his own story and the strategies that have made these athletes into stars in The Mindful Athlete: The Secret to Pure Performance.

An accessible introduction to the historical and theological developments between the Old and New Testament. Bridging the end of the Old Testament period and the beginning of the New Testament period, this book surveys the history and theological developments of four significant eras in Israel's...