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First published in 1986, Open Mind, Open Heart remains one of the best introductions to contemplative prayer. Father Thomas Keating discusses the history of contemplative prayer in the Christian tradition, and introduces the listener to the practice of centering prayer as a spiritual discipline.

It wasn't the end of the world. It was just the end of Emma Jameson's world. Fresh off the heels of a devastating breakup and floundering in her career, Emma is struggling to come to grips with why God allows so much pain in our lives, why he seems so absent when she needs him most, and why the Gospel accounts - our supposed guide for how to lead a contented Christian life - feel so completely irrelevant.

Welcome to Open Table, the official podcast of Discover Life Church. Here, every conversation is on the table. Join our pastors and staff as we dive deeper into Sunday sermons, unpack biblical truths, and explore real-life topics that matter to you and your family. From faith and culture to leadership, relationships, and discipleship, nothing is off-limits at the table. Each episode is designed to spark honest conversation, encourage spiritual growth, and help you live out your faith in everyday life. Wherever you find yourself, pull up a chair—you’re invited to the table.

Globally recognized best-selling author and senior leader of Bethel Church in Redding, CA, Bill Johnson is a revivalist at heart. In his time at Bethel, the church community has experienced what can only be called a perpetual, continuous outpouring of the Holy Spirit. In this landmark book, Pastor Bill teaches from his experience as the shepherd of this movement, imparting his own passion for revival along with practical wisdom for sustaining a move of God on both a personal and corporate level.

Join Pastor Colin Smith in this 50-session podcast, HIKE through the Bible. This companion to Pastor Colin's book, HIKE Through the Bible, will help you grasp the big picture of the Bible story and grow in your love for Jesus Christ. In each episode Pastor Colin will read a chapter of his book and then discuss it with some friends. Why not make this your year to HIKE through the Bible?

The Church Cracked Open invites us to surrender privilege and redefine church, not just for the sake of others, but for our own salvation and liberation.

A surgeon caught between two worlds Dr. Jace Rawlings' open-heart surgery patients hover between life and death, their hearts stopped on the surgery table. But the messages they bring back from beyond the grave cannot be ignored. For they predict the deaths of people around him and point a finger of suspicion straight at him. Jace faces a firestorm of controversy and danger. And the forces working against him will do anything to stop him from uncovering a truth they will kill to hide.

Discover how yielding ourselves wholly to God, especially in the midst of challenging circumstances, lends new purpose to our lives. “Vivian Mabuni is a kind and trustworthy guide through one of adulthood’s secrets: life doesn’t go like you thought it would.”—Jen Hatmaker, New York...

Who exactly is the Holy Spirit? What does he do in our lives? How can we know him more deeply, and is it possible to tap in to his power? Should we pray to the Holy Spirit? Is it possible to be aware of his promptings and speaking into our lives? Dr. Scot McKnight answers these questions and more in this comprehensive examination of what the Bible says about this divinely important but often confusing member of the Trinity.

In 1878, Elder Joseph Standing traveled into the Appalachian mountains of North Georgia, seeking converts for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Sixteen months later, he was dead, murdered by a group of 12 men. Most accounts of this event have linked Standing's murder to the virulent 19th-century anti-Mormonism that also took the life of prophet Joseph Smith and to an enduring southern tradition of extralegal violence.

As a teenager, Kristin Berry had heard all the horror stories surrounding foster care and adoption - abuse, neglect, rejection, anger, and misunderstandings. But instead of closing her heart, God opened it wide. This is Kristin's honest, unvarnished story of some of her experiences as a foster parent of 23 children over the course of nine years. What she learned is that living in a foster home is like living with a revolving door. You never know who will arrive or who you will have to say goodbye to. Leaving the door open means there will be heartache and pain, but also adventure and unexpected joy.

For many of us women, inviting people into our lives and homes feels like inviting judgement of our entertaining skills and stress on our already maxed-out schedules. But what if you knew that opening your front door was a simple and radical way to change the world? Jen Schmidt is determined to prove it to you. She has set out to reframe how we think about hospitality and to encourage us to walk a road of welcome in our everyday lives. She aims to shatter the image of model homes and model lives, replacing it with relatable, everyday invitations.

Ask most anyone and they would say they desire honest, authentic, "real" relationships. Yet few of us experience the soul-level connection we long for with other human beings, let alone God. Fear and pride drive us to mask our truest selves, leaving us perpetually disconnected, hidden, and lonely. God made us for something profoundly better: an open-hearted, courageous honesty that liberates us from a life of guardedness and self-protection and has the power to radically transform our approach to Christian community.

Bringing Kingdom-Focused Biblical Teaching to Life Welcome to Open Bible Church of Rapid City, SD — your online destination for empowering, faith-building sermons. Whether you're tuning in live or watching later, our channel equips you with practical Biblical teaching, inspiring life stories, and spiritual encouragement rooted in truth. What you'll discover here: Weekly sermons from Lead Pastor Rob Bray, Executive Pastor Brian McDaniel, and others—exploring topics like forgiveness, encouragement, discipleship, and spiritual growth, and life-applicable Biblical teaching, with messages ...

We're all about 'Making Disciples who Establish Heaven on Earth.' This is our collection of talks from our gatherings. If you want to join in person, find out more at our website, www.openheaven.org.

You have an Open Invitation. Whether you feel lost, curious, or somewhere in between, this is a space for you to explore the Word of God. So if you’ve ever felt intimidated by Scripture or unsure where to start, you're not alone. Together, we’re going to open the Bible, ask big questions, and grow in our understanding of who God is and who we are in Him. My prayer is that each episode brings clarity, encouragement, and a deeper hunger for truth.

Where Heaven Meets Heartbreak and Healing Begins. Hosted by Pastor David and Donna Diaz—The Open Heaven Podcast is a powerful journey through faith, grief, healing, and the supernatural presence of God. Born from personal tragedy—the loss of their beloved son Daniel Diaz in 2013—this podcast offers real conversations about suffering, hope, and the moments when heaven invades earth. Each episode brings honest dialogue, biblical truth, and testimonies from those who have walked through deep valleys yet emerged with spiritual authority and renewed purpose. Whether you’re navigating loss, ...

This is a collection of teachings from Open Fields Church, Friday night gatherings. Thanks for listening! If you like the podcast, leave a rating or review.

→ Open Air is a podcast inspired by The Salvation Army’s bold tradition of preaching the gospel in the streets—out in the open. Rooted in Matthew 10:27 (NIV): “What I tell you in the dark, speak in the daylight; what is whispered in your ear, proclaim from the roofs,” this podcast brings that same spirit into the digital space. The name is a nod to both the historic open air meetings and being on air—a fresh take on sharing faith out loud. Each episode features unscripted, authentic conversations with a variety of guests as we explore stories of faith, service, struggle, and hope. ...

In this powerful series from Dr. Shannon C. Cook, you will learn the importance of seizing opportunities of a lifetime and going through the doors that have been opened just for YOU!