Srimad Bhagavad Gita
The Shrimad Bhagvad Gita is a timeless spiritual dialogue between Lord Krishna and Arjuna, set on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Presented within the Mahabharata by Maharishi Vedvyas, it offers eternal guidance on duty, devotion, selfless action, and inner wisdom across its eighteen chapters.This special chanting edition presents the original Sanskrit shlokas in clear Devanagari script, carefully arranged for smooth and confident recitation.Created exclusively for pure chanting, this book includes: - Bold Sanskrit shlokas- No meanings or commentary- Traditional Indian art illustrations- Clean, easy-to-read layoutIdeal for daily sadhana, group recitation, and spiritual gatherings, this edition preserves the sacred rhythm and purity of the original verses - making them accessible to all seekers.
We Believe
This book is meant to provide a sympathetic and critical mutual conversation between Muslims and Christians concerning their deepest and most formative beliefs and doctrines. Written from a Christian perspective, this comparative theological exercise will put Christian doctrines in a dialogue with Muslim ones. What makes this comparative conversation meaningful and significant is that basically all core Christian beliefs from revelation to God, to creation and humanity, to Jesus and S/spirit, to salvation (submission), to community, and to the "end" have a clearly defined corresponding Muslim formulation. Even when at times quite radically different, each of these two sister faiths' "theologies" has a common basis in the Jewish Torah and (to a lesser extent) in the Christian New Testament.
A Sunday Afternoon Conversation... About Life, Death, and Eternal Tomorrows
We are all born innocent without a preconceived awareness of the world around us. All at once, our brains become bombarded by sensory overload which must be sorted out over time. Life becomes complex and confusing for those willing to dispense with conventional teachings and probe deeper into the questions of..."Why are we here?" and "What is the purpose of our abbreviated stay on Earth?" My journey of exploration has led me to understand that there are three paths to unravelling the mystery of life, death, and what lies beyond eternity's gate...meditation, channeling, and hypnosis performed by one accomplished in past life and life-between-lives regression. Providence encouraged me to take the hypnosis route and two sessions, as reproduced verbatim in the book, opened my eyes to a greater reality of understanding.
Decoding SharabhaThe Fifth Avatar of The Lord Shiva
Decoding Sharabha - The fifth Avatar of Shiva is a deep, structured exploration of Sharabha Bhagwan as the principle of regulation, restraint, and higher consciousness. Moving beyond mythological retellings, the book presents Sharabha Bhagwan as a living Tantric intelligence that stabilizes excessive fire-psychological, emotional, and energetic-especially relevant in the turbulence of Kali Yuga. Through disciplined narrative, mantra-viddhi, prāyaścitta, yantra science, and ethical lineage boundaries, the book guides the reader from understanding to readiness. It is neither a quick manual nor a devotional text, but a calibrated journey meant for sincere seekers who value safety, clarity, and responsibility in spiritual practice.
Essentials of Judaism
Essentials of Judaism provides access to an entire Jewish world in a single volume. For those interested in discovering the deep richness of Jewish heritage, this new work focuses on the central themes and beliefs of Judaism while delving into relevant and meaningful details. Written in clear, user-friendly language and accompanied by color illustrations, Essentials of Judaism explores the story of the Jewish people over the millennia. Covering topics found in the Torah (Bible), Jewish history, faith, philosophy, Halacha (Jewish law) and its meaning, as well as Jewish customs and lifestyles, this volume discusses sensitive - even controversial - issues with care and respect. It presents the complexity and diversity of views and approaches (netivim) to many topics relevant to the modern reader. "Essentials of Judaism is an indispensable presentation of authentic Judaism for today's world. It is invaluable for anyone interested in a concise, clear, organized guide to traditional Jewish life." -Rabbi Michael Whitman,
Sri Sri Bipodtarini Puja
Sri Sri Bipodtarini Puja is a sacred devotional guide dedicated to Maa Bipodtarini, the compassionate Mother who removes dangers, sorrows, and obstacles from the lives of her devotees.Worshipped with deep faith across Bengal and other regions, Maa Bipodtarini is revered as the protector during times of crisis and uncertainty. This book has been carefully compiled to help devotees perform the puja and vrata with clarity, devotion, and confidence.The contents are presented in English font, making it easy to read and chant for devotees who are familiar with Bengali and Sanskrit traditions but prefer Roman script.This book includes: Introduction to Maa Bipodtarini and the significance of the pujaComplete Puja Vidhi explained step by stepRequired puja materials listSacred mantras for invocation and worshipSri Sri Bipodtarini PanchaliArati and Kshama PrarthanaAfter Puja rituals and Visarjan guidelinesWhether observed as a family tradition or performed individually, this book serves as a humble companion for sincere worship and spiritual connection.
Carry Me Through
Carry Me Through: A 90-Day Devotional for Times When You Can't Go On is a compassionate, deeply honest devotional for readers who are weary of waiting for miracles--and need God's strength now.Drawing from a lifetime of lived faith, physical disability, caregiving, grief, and parenting through mental illness and addiction, Linda S. Clare offers a powerful reframing of suffering. Rather than promising quick fixes or easy answers, Carry Me Through invites readers to encounter a God who does not always remove pain--but faithfully carries us through it.Organized into three thoughtful sections, this 90-day devotional meets readers in real-life struggles such as anxiety, exhaustion, trauma, resentment, regret, grief, loneliness, and fear. Each devotional combines Scripture, vulnerable storytelling, and practical spiritual wisdom, offering comfort without clich矇s and hope without denial.This book is ideal for individuals walking through prolonged hardship, caregivers, parents of struggling children, those living with chronic illness, and anyone who feels emotionally or spiritually spent. Carry Me Through reassures readers that even when miracles are delayed, God's presence is constant, tender, and sustaining--strong enough to carry them one day, one moment, at a time.
The Last Days of Jerusalem
Smoke rises over ancient Jerusalem, its golden stones scorched by the relentless advance of Roman legions-a city trembling on the edge of annihilation, yet pulsing with the stubborn hope of its people. Out of these last, desperate days emerges a tapestry of faith under persecution, where ordinary lives are caught in the sweep of history and the shadows of betrayal and courage stretch long across the streets. Set amid the chaos of the Roman siege, this historical fiction novel plunges readers into the heart of first-century Judaea, where destinies are forged in the crucible of war and belief. Drawing deeply from Josephus's historical context and the rich texture of biblical era narrative, the story brings to life the daily struggles, passions, and convictions of those who witnessed the fall of a civilisation. The ancient Jerusalem setting is rendered with precision and empathy, inviting history enthusiasts and adult historical readers alike to experience the sights, sounds, and moral dilemmas of a world on the brink. The novel's exploration of Jewish history themes resonates powerfully today, illuminating timeless questions of identity, resilience, and the cost of spiritual fidelity. Long out of print and now republished by Alpha Editions, this work has been restored for today's and future generations. More than a mere reprint, it stands as a collector's item and a cultural treasure, offering both literary and historical significance to classic-collection buyers and curious newcomers. Its return allows a new audience to engage with ancient history literature that shaped the understanding of a pivotal moment in Western civilisation. For those drawn to Christian classics literature or seeking a vivid journey through the drama and devastation of the past, this novel offers a rare and unforgettable immersion into a world both distant and hauntingly familiar.
Pilgrim of the Self
You can listen to sacred music on your commute, follow teachers online, and still feel oddly absent from your own life. This book is for those who sense a deeper call beneath the noise and want a grounded, humane path of modern spirituality rather than another performance of being "spiritual". Guided by sufi wisdom and contemporary psychology and spirituality, it maps the inner journey as an inner pilgrimage through awakening, doubt, ego and surrender, and integration. Instead of chasing peak experiences, it helps you recognise how restlessness, conflict, and confusion can become part of a self discovery journey. With stories, reflections, and gentle practices, you will learn to bring mindfulness and presence into work, relationships, and solitude, and to treat your own heart with more honesty and respect. This is a spiritual awakening guide for readers who want to honour both soul and responsibility. It shows how integrating spiritual insights can reshape ordinary habits, how healing through surrender softens old patterns, and how the modern seeker can walk with courage without pretending to be perfect. If you are looking for a modern seeker book that speaks plainly, respects your intelligence, and invites you to live what you believe, this book will be a steady companion on the way.
Anatomy of a Witches Coven
This book is for coven leaders and serious practitioners who know that the real Work begins after the candles are doused and put away.Because a coven doesn't just perform ritual. It generates a living field-through rituals, projection, erotic current, conflict, power, and (sometimes) genuine contact with the numinous. That field can initiate. It can also destabilise the group if the vessel is weak, the agreements are unclear, or authority turns into theatre.Anatomy of a Witches' Coven reframes coven life as "vessel physics"-predictable pressures that appear when people gather in circle around secrecy, intimacy, hierarchy, and the Mystery. Blending lived coven experience with Jungian psychology and alchemical mapping, Tim Ozpagan Hartridge offers language for what's happening-and practical tools for what to do next.Inside you'll find: -The Six Transformations of mature coven work.-A Rosarium-based map of ten stages of coven change.-Agreements, diagnostics, and action steps that turn insight into repair and shared responsibility.Author Bio: Tim Ozpagan Hartridge is a modern Witch, ritualist and writer based in Sydney, Australia. Active since his early teens, he has spent over five decades in coven-based Witchcraft and Western esoteric traditions. He founded WitchesWorkshop in 1999, created Nuit's Veil, a teaching Coven, and the NOX: Night Soul Journey tradition, and hosts Other Conversations podcast.www.witchesworkshop.com
British Millennials in Global Mission
Based on research into British Millennials' involvement in international Christian missions, this book asks why - given the trends in faith in the UK - are some still choosing to become missionaries? in British Millennials in Global Mission, Alison Allen explores how Millennial missionaries merge aspects of the evangelical Christian metanarrative with what they find in the wider British cultural discourse, discussing also their understanding and practice of "mission" and the extent to which these differ from previous generations. Harnessing the tension between these differing narratives, Millennial missionaries combine the Millennial interest in the concept of authenticity with self-exploration which aims at discovering and becoming who God made them to be, rather than who they feel they should be. This book outlines the characteristics often attributed to the Millennial generation and discusses how accurate these appear to be, and considers what we can learn from studying generations in this way.
The Believers' Compendium
The Believers' Compendium is a bold and comprehensive guide for Christians seeking clarity, depth, and conviction in their faith. Spanning doctrine, character, spiritual discipline, warfare, prophecy, and eternal hope, this book brings timeless biblical truths into sharp, practical focus.Rooted firmly in Scripture and illuminated with theological insight, it equips believers to understand what they believe, why they believe it, and how to live it out in a confused and conflicting world. Whether you are laying your foundation as a new believer or strengthening your walk as a mature Christian, this compendium serves as both a spiritual manual and a lifelong reference.This is not just a book to read-it is a guide to live by, a call to maturity, and an invitation to grow deeper in Christ, stand firm in truth, and walk boldly in eternal purpose.
The Sabbath
Elegant, passionate, and filled with love for God's creation, Abraham Joshua Heschel's The Sabbath has been hailed as a classic of Jewish spirituality ever since its original publication in 1951--and remains a timeless resource for readers seeking meaning in modern life. In this brief yet profound meditation on the meaning of the Seventh Day, Heschel introduces the idea of an "architecture of holiness." Judaism, he argues, is a religion of time: it finds meaning not in space and the material things that fill it but in the eternity that imbues it. Offering a respite in which we might become attuned to the holiness of time, the great cathedral of the faith is the Sabbath itself. Featuring black-and-white illustrations by Ilya Schor
Form As History
Form as History: When History No Longer Requires Us offers a concise and penetrating critique of contemporary historical thought. It argues that while modern scholarship has made Muslim life increasingly legible as a site of ethics, resistance, and normativity, this achievement can obscure a more unsettling condition: that history itself has learned to proceed without requiring meaning, address, or human obligation.A rigorous and unsettling meditation on what it means to live in a world where history continues to function, but no longer feels compelled to answer to human life.The book turns on a central tension. On one side stands the European figure of the Muselmann, drawn from Holocaust testimony, who reveals history's capacity to continue efficiently while no longer demanding anything from the humans it governs. This is not loss, but abandonment. On the other side stands the Muslim, rendered in modern discourse as a knowable and agentive subject of history. The book shows how an emphasis on this agency can function as a displacement, allowing the radical danger exposed by the Muselmann-history's indifference to human address-to be misread as a cultural or religious condition.What becomes of history when it no longer requires struggle, meaning, or even us, yet continues efficiently all the same?Refusing nostalgia and moralizing alike, the book examines how forms of life, particularly within Muslim legal and commercial traditions, have sustained obligation and necessity even after political centrality receded. Its aim is diagnostic rather than prescriptive: to make visible the quiet threshold where life is managed rather than addressed, and to clarify how historical necessity depends not on power or visibility, but on the survival of forms that still compel the world to answer.
The Hanged God
"Scandinavian peoples did not perceive death as finite. The dead co-existed among the living. Only the vainglorious warrior elite entered the Great Hall of Valhǫll. Once laid to rest within the dank earth, a 'deceased' person continued their existence as a corporeal being - an undead corpse 'animated with a strange life and power.' They were the dead who walked forth. Neither ghost nor spirit, the restless dead could be belligerent or benevolent. Distinguished from the living by their pallid complexions and bloated size, their startling appearance was fearsome to behold. Possessing extraordinary strength and prowess, the ?raugar made formidable foes. Imbued with strange magical powers that included the power of prophecy, they were able to shape-shift and control the weather." Shani Oates?簸inn is perhaps one of the best-known gods of our most recent history. And yet, hidden away, embedded in the mythology and folklore his legend is steeped in, there are remarkable facets to his genius hitherto unexplored. This text acknowledges and reveals for the first time, the origin and true purpose of corpse-magic in northern tradition. ?簸inn's ability to craft magical speech through Gal簸r, Valgal簸r, and the taboo HelR繳nar brought him 'the power to beget offspring' as a mantic gift of the dead.' ?簸inn's encounters with the (un)dead within their mounds lead us on an intense and fantastic journey into metempsychosis, criminal procedure, Kin-slaying, Orlog, and Fate. Skal簸ic tradition immortalised ?簸inn's prophetic eye, his Jǫtnar heritage gained through a highly ritualised method of dispatching both ?mir and M穩mir. Through enchantments won from them, he commanded the dead, made them walk and talk, unbound their fetters, and awarded them the forbidden gifts in turn. These things and more ?簸inn reveals in H獺vam獺l.These things and more are revealed in this work: The Hanged God: ?簸inn Grimnir.
The Name
This book explores the idea that truly knowing God begins with understanding the mysteries of His name. It presents an esoteric process that has existed since the dawn of humanity: reading what was eternally written, speaking what is read, writing what is spoken, and then returning to read what is written.The name is further condensed into a single Dot, symbolizing an ink drop from an infinite ocean of divine knowledge. From this Dot emerges the first letter, Aleph, a straight line from which all forms in the universe unfold through shape, curve, and multiplication. The Arabic letters of the name Allah (الله) are shown to manifest countless realms, images, and meanings across existence.The book emphasizes balancing esoteric (inner, gnostic) interpretation with exoteric (outer, literal) understanding. Drawing on Quranic analogies-such as the sea and ink, or trees and pens-it illustrates the vastness of divine words and revelation. Central themes include spiritual navigation within the name, the Dot as the origin of creation, Aleph as unity (1), and the role of nothingness (zero) in understanding divine multiplication.It also reflects on the command "READ" as the first revelation to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, distinguishing between outer reading and inner discovery. Special focus is given to the letters of Allah's name, where Ha (ه) is the gateway to knowledge and Lam (ل) leads deeper inward, symbolizing the seeker's return journey to God, as reflected in Surah Al-Baqarah.
The Name
Firstly, The book argues that knowing God lies within learning the secrets of His name, as simple as that.Learning the name follows the same Esoteric reading of the name process humans have identified since the beginning of time: first, read what (was eternally written), Say (what is rad), Write (what is said), and then read what is written.The second argument is that the name can be further compiled into one Dot analogous to an ink drop from a vast sea of unseen divine knowledge.Thirdly, the written letters of the name of Allah in Arabic have manifested and replicated countless aspects of imagery and realms.Finally, the first letter written by the Dot is a straight line, it is called Aleph. Everything in the universe is a mere replication of the Aleph or a straight line that takes shapes and curved, or multiplication.The book also emphasizes the importance of paying attention to the esoteric interpretation of what is read, said, or written, in addition to the common exoteric one.Other highlights of the book topics: - Esoteric reading of the name.- Spiritual Navigation within the name.- The name is a passage, and Ha is a gate.- Aleph and Ha and a marvelous tracing secret.- The dot.- The aleph manifestations in the three realms.- God's Revelation: The book illustrates that God has revealed Himself, particularly through His name, emphasizing the importance of the Quran in understanding divine will.- Navigational Visibility: The path of Sulook is visible, with checkpoints and signs to guide individuals through life's spiritual journey.- Spiritual seekers focus on understanding the significance of God' s name, which reflects a collective truth.- Analogies in the Quran, such as the sea and ink or trees and pens, illustrate the vastness and complexity of divine words.The text explores the concept of a mysterious original ink dot that symbolizes infinite possibilities, leading to the idea of divine words in an ocean. A pen, dipped in this ocean, creates an initial dot representing the number one (1) and the letter Aleph, suggesting that creation originates from unity.This concept forms the basis of Arabic numerology, where Aleph equals 1, Ba equals 2, etc., and the focus is on representing numbers from 1 to 9.The invention of zero by the Arabs highlights the necessity of nothingness in understanding multiplication. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of unity and singularity in divine wisdom, distinguishing between monotheism and polytheism in numerological references.The text discusses the significance of the word 'READ' as the first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad in the Quran, highlighting the differences between esoteric (exploratory and gnostic) and exoteric (visual and literal) reading methods. It specifically examines the name of Allah in Arabic (الله), where the fourth letter, Ha (ه), is considered the gateway to knowledge, while the third Lam (ل) leads to deeper understanding. This process reflects a return journey towards Allah, as illustrated in Surah Al-Baqarah
Roadmap by Moonlight
A comprehensive introduction to Wicca, blending grounded theory with rich practical guidance. From foundational theology to ritual work, Roadmap by Moonlight offers a long-term, sustainable path into modern Pagan witchcraft for curious seekers and beginning practitioners alike.A Practical and Philosophical Guide to Modern Pagan Witchcraft In Roadmap by Moonlight, longtime practitioner Deborah Lipp offers a complete, accessible introduction to Wicca, thoughtfully balancing spiritual theory with hands-on practice. Drawing from over four decades of experience, Lipp explores what Wicca is (and isn't), common misconceptions, and how the craft has evolved from its 20th-century roots into today's diverse expressions.This book is both foundational and flexible. It covers theology, ethics, and cosmology, while offering a wide range of practical tools: lunar rites, sabbat celebrations, invocations, solitary and group rituals, and ceremonies for major life events such as handfastings and baby blessings. With exercises for connecting to nature and deity, along with guidance on altars, tools, and writing your own rituals, Roadmap by Moonlight gives readers everything they need to start and sustain a personal practice.Written with clarity, warmth, and depth, this is a single-volume resource for the spiritually curious, the Wiccan beginner, or the solitary witch seeking a more grounded framework. Whether you're just starting your journey or looking to refresh your practice, Roadmap by Moonlight is a thoughtful companion for the path ahead.
Wiccan Roots
Now available again in an updated edition, this book reveals a picture of the revival of witchcraft in wartime England.It tells the story of how retired civil servant, Gerald Gardner, became involved in the worlds of naturism and folklore, leading him to the discovery of a strange theatre run by an esoteric magical society on the fringes of the New Forest.Here he became friends with a group of individuals who, one night in 1939, initiated him into what he gradually realised was a coven of witches.The personalities of 'Dafo', his initiator, and 'Old Dorothy', in whose house the witches performed their rituals, are among those brought to life, and photographs appear for the first time.New light is shed on the momentous ritual the witches carried out in 1940 when invasion threatened, including the probable identity of those who gave their lives in the cause.Few who are interested in witchcraft and paganism will fail to be fascinated by the carefully researched revelations of this important book.
Sepher Yetzirah - The Book of Formation - By William Wynn Westcott
Faithful reissue of the Kabbalistic classic "Sepher Yetzirah" by the famous occultist William Wynn Westcott from 1893. This edition includes: The 32 Paths of Wisdom, The 50 Gates of Understanding, and the original illustrations by Westcott himself.Sepher Yetzirah, The Book of Formation - A Classic of OccultismThe Sepher Yetzirah, Book of Formation or Creation, is one of the oldest and most enigmatic texts of Jewish Kabbalah, considered by many to be the cornerstone of occultism and magic. Traditionally attributed to the patriarch Abraham, this text offers a profound reflection on the creation of the universe through divine language, using the 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet and the 10 sephirot or principles of existence.The Sepher Yetzirah by William Wynn WestcottWilliam Wynn Westcott's version of the "Sepher Yetzirah" is especially important because it was one of the first English translations offered with a detailed commentary from an esoteric perspective, providing a vision from the realm of occultism, outside of more traditional Judaism.Westcott's translations of the Sepher Yetzirah are of fundamental interest to occultists and those interested in esoteric and magical Kabbalah. Additionally, this edition includes the texts "The 50 Gates of Understanding," "The 32 Paths of Wisdom," the "Supplement to Chapters IV and V," notes, comments, as well as Westcott's illustrations.One of the Most Important Kabbalah Books - The Book of CreationAccording to historians, the origin of the Sepher Yetzirah is unknown, and its origins are so ancient that they have been lost to antiquity. It is believed to have been created from both the written and oral traditions (Mishnah), leading to the conclusion that the existing ancient versions were compiled around the year 200 CE.The Sepher Yetzirah in EnglishWestcott's work is crucial because it opened the doors of the "Sepher Yetzirah" to a broader audience outside the traditional Jewish sphere, offering an essential guide for those seeking to understand reality, that is: the relationship between the microcosm of the human being and the macrocosm of the universe. Westcott's edition provides a fascinating approach for those interested in esoteric and less religious and closed spiritual pursuits, allowing the complex Kabbalistic concepts to be understood and applied in more mystical and spiritual contexts.The "Sepher Yetzirah" is a fundamental text for those interested in Kabbalah and occultism because it offers an explanation of the divine creative process that reveals the mystical structure of the universe. Through the combination of letters and numbers, this book becomes a key that unlocks the mysteries of creation, time, and space, providing a foundation for deep meditation and spiritual pursuit.Westcott's edition stands out for its clarity and its ability to connect traditional Kabbalistic teachings with the esoteric currents of his time, allowing the "Sepher Yetzirah" to remain a relevant and fascinating text for students of Kabbalah, occultism, and mysticism to this day.The Sepher Yetzirah is a work of great historical and cultural value, standing out as a practical guide for meditation, understanding, and spiritual introspection.
The Great Debate
Mawlwῑ 'Imad-ud-Dῑn Lahiz - a devout Sufi Muslim convert, scholar and relentless seeker after the truth - holds an important place in the history of South Asian Christianity, particularly his role after the Great Agra Debate of 1854.Immersed in Urdu primary sources, Ibn Hikmat examines Lahiz's unique contributions to Christian-Muslim debates, especially on issues of abrogation, the textual integrity of the Bible, and the Trinity, Quran and Muhammad. This work challenges established narratives about the outcome of the Great Debate and broadens understanding of indigenous South Asian Christian theology. This well-presented argument for the theological impact of Lahiz meets a critical need in both historical and theological scholarship by recovering the voice of an indigenous South Asian Christian convert and challenges dominant, Western-centric narratives of nineteenth-century Muslim-Christian encounters.
Kabbalah For Inner Peace
Kabbalah For Inner Peace offers a contemporary approach to the 4,000 year-old spiritual tradition called Visionary Kabbalah. This practice weaves the wisdom of Kabbalah with short mental imagery exercises. Through this path, we discover new perspectives, create change, and open ourselves to Spirit. With more than 60 exercises, the book takes us though a typical day and addresses the challenges that we frequently face, from centering ourselves in the morning to alleviating insomnia at night. In between, Dr. Gerald Epstein teaches us to conquer the inner terrorist of anxiety and self-doubt, master our financial worries, cope with physical pain, and deal with past trauma.
An Aspiration Realized in the Explanation of "The Aim of the Disciple" (Volume 1) - Bughyah al-Mustafid li Sharh Munyah al-Murid
Bughyah al-Mustafid li Sharh Munyah al-Murid is one of the most important works on the history and rulings of the Tijani Tariqah. Written by Sidi al-'Arabi ibn Sa'ih, nicknamed the "Bukhari of the Path", it summarizes the biographical accounts from Jawahir al-Ma'ani and codifies the rulings of the path that had been scattered in different locations. The author's critical placement in the history of the path, having met many of the Companions of the Shaykh himself, as well as many of the imminent muqaddams, made him an indispensable source of clarity on many of the issues a Tijani disciple will face while walking the path.The book also serves as a bridge to longer or more complicated works. It has been said, "If you want to read Jawahir al-Ma'ani, read Bughyat al-Mustafid first." This is because he clarifies some of the issues in Jawahir al-Ma'ani that may lead to a disciple having doubts or some misunderstandings.
The Wounded Child and the Narcissistic Adult
The Wounded Child and the Narcissistic Adult is a deeply revealing work that uncovers how childhood emotional wounds shape an adult's identity, relationships, and spiritual life. With sensitivity, clarity, and a transformative spiritual perspective, Edna L. Isaac guides the reader to understand that behind coldness, control, self-sufficiency, or defensive narcissism lies an inner child who learned to survive without love.This book offers an honest and compassionate journey that helps the reader identify: - how childhood trauma creates emotional patterns that persist into adulthood - why many adults love with fear, react defensively, or demand what they never received - how the inner child influences marriages, families, leadership, and spiritual life - how Jesus enters the deepest wounds to restore what once seemed lost - how to walk into a new identity in Christ, free from shame, fear, and masks.More than a book, it is a healing process-an invitation to reconnect with your story, embrace your inner child, and begin living from freedom rather than from the wound. For those who long to break cycles, restore relationships, and discover their true identity in Christ, this work becomes a guide, a mirror, and a companion on the journey.Your story does not end in the wound. It begins in restoration.BONUS MATERIALIn addition to the main content, this edition includes exclusive resources designed to deepen the transformation process: - 30-Day Emotional Healing Plan - Small Group and Leadership Study Guide. These tools make the book a comprehensive resource for personal, family, ministerial, and community growth.About the AuthorEdna L. Isaac is an author, educator, curriculum designer, editorial leader, and pastor. Founder of JDN Publications and Educate Publishing, her ministry has impacted communities across the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean, South America, Europe, India, and Africa. With a compassionate and multicultural voice, she integrates spiritual wisdom, emotional intelligence, and pastoral experience to accompany individuals and families through processes of healing, identity formation, and restoration. Her mission is to heal generations through truth, education, and the love of Christ.
A Brief Guide to Ministry with LGBTQIA Youth, Updated Edition
Empower LGBTQIA youth in your church with the help of practical guidance, compassionate care, and fresh insights designed to build affirming, supportive faith communities.Despite our best efforts to create welcoming and affirming congregations, the reality is that church can still be a harmful place for LGBTQIA youth. A Brief Guide to Ministry with LGBTQIA Youth, Updated Edition helps pastors and church leaders reflect on the various trials that adolescence brings for LGBTQIA youth and understand how an affirming stance toward LGBTQIA people can positively affect the day-to-day experience of teenagers in a church setting.This newly updated resource provides insight and practical advice for important questions like: How can a pastor, youth minister, or volunteer embrace, nurture, and provide skillful care for LGBTQIA youth in a congregation or community?How can we encourage LGBTQIA teens who want to fully live out their Christian faith and their gender identity or sexual orientation?How should I respond to parents who are anxious or unwilling to support their LGBTQIA children?New to this edition is a chapter on the intersections between LGBTQIA identity and neurodivergence, and extra attention to how churches can respond to the assault on diversity and transgender rights in the current political climate. An updated glossary of terms and list of national and local resources that can be used to support LGBTQIA youth are also included.
The Mystery of the Tabernacle
Why does it sometimes feel like God is distant--even when we're doing "all the right things"? Could it be that modern faith has traded true worship for comfort, leaving us spiritually dry and disconnected?In this eye-opening book, Rabbi Kirt A. Schneider reveals how the ancient design of the Tabernacle isn't just biblical history--it's a divine invitation to draw near to God today. Through powerful teaching and personal insight, Rabbi Schneider shows how every element of the Tabernacle--from the bronze altar to the holy of holies--foreshadows the redemptive work of Jesus (Yeshua) and offers a roadmap to deeper intimacy with God.With vivid imagery and prophetic insight, this book will also explore: The five key sacrifices offered in the Tabernacle and Temple--and what they reveal about worship and surrender today.The sacred garments of the high priest and how they point to our identity as a priest of God through Christ.How to break free from self-focused religion and make God the true center of our lives.Whether seasoned believers or new to the faith, this book will open readers' eyes to the hidden treasures of the Old Testament and awaken a fresh passion for God's presence.
Understanding the Paradox of Destiny and Free Will in Islam
What place must the Muslim accord to free will? What is the individual's real freedom of choice, and upon what will he be judged?Finally, how does one integrate all of this into the journey toward full spiritual realization?It is to all these questions that Shaykh Mohamed Faouzi al-Karkari, may Allah sanctify his secret, responded on October 4, 2019-Jumu'a 4 Safar 1441.
Poems from Rupa Gosvamin's Blazing Sapphire
The Blazing Sapphire or Ujjvala-nīlamaṇi is the work of Rūpa Gosvāmin, a 16th century poet/theologian who was a direct disciple of Śrī Kṛṣṇa Caitanya of Bengal (1486-1534 CE). It is perhaps Rūpa's final work, composed after a lifetime of poetic and dramatic study and practice; its 15 chapters contain 1451 stanzas (śloka). Some are didactic, but most are single-stanza poems designed to exemplify and evoke moods and feelings (bhakti-rasa) associated with the tradition's culture of love (preman) for Kṛṣṇa--India's god of love. Rūpa's text is designed to analyze and teach about sacred erotic rapture in the Caitanya tradition, and to provide poems through which it can be experienced.This volume contains about a hundred poems from the first seven chapters, with annotations from major commentaries and introductory hints about who is speaking and why. Selections from the rest of the Sapphire will appear in subsequent volumes. We have focused mainly on example poems, though contextually important didactic verses appear in footnotes. We include Sanskrit originals plus romanized transliterations for readers interested in poetic sound.
Sura Alfateha Taught Me
Sura Alfateha Taught Me is a reflective religious work that explores the deep spiritual, theological, and practical meanings of Sura Al-Fateha, the opening chapter of the Qur'an. The author explains why this short chapter holds a central place in Islamic worship and daily prayer, presenting it as a comprehensive summary of the Qur'an's core message. Through interpretation, prophetic traditions, scholarly insights, and real-life stories, the book highlights Al-Fateha as a source of guidance, healing, inner peace, and spiritual strength. Written in an accessible and heartfelt style, the book aims to help readers strengthen their relationship with Allah by understanding and living the meanings of this essential chapter.
Morning Walks with God
Take a Daily Walk with God-No Matter Where Life Leads YouIn Morning Walks with God, Marlene Burling offers 365 daily devotionals that bring encouragement, reflection, and spiritual insight to the ordinary moments of life. From the simple act of sipping lemonade on a hot day to weathering life's storms, Burling shows how God's presence can be felt in every circumstance.Each devotion concludes with thoughtful prompts-"What is this telling me about God? What do I need to do today? Is there a promise I can claim?"-helping readers turn reflection into action and cultivate a closer, more intentional walk with God.Whether you are seeking comfort in difficult times, gratitude in ordinary days, or guidance for your spiritual journey, Morning Walks with God is the perfect companion to inspire hope, joy, and a deeper connection with the One who never leaves your side.
Morning Walks with God
Take a Daily Walk with God-No Matter Where Life Leads YouIn Morning Walks with God, Marlene Burling offers 365 daily devotionals that bring encouragement, reflection, and spiritual insight to the ordinary moments of life. From the simple act of sipping lemonade on a hot day to weathering life's storms, Burling shows how God's presence can be felt in every circumstance.Each devotion concludes with thoughtful prompts-"What is this telling me about God? What do I need to do today? Is there a promise I can claim?"-helping readers turn reflection into action and cultivate a closer, more intentional walk with God.Whether you are seeking comfort in difficult times, gratitude in ordinary days, or guidance for your spiritual journey, Morning Walks with God is the perfect companion to inspire hope, joy, and a deeper connection with the One who never leaves your side.
Sheetala puja
Sheetala Maa is lovingly worshipped as the gentle goddess of cooling, healing, and protection, especially revered in the rural and folk traditions of Bengal. This book presents a concise and devotional guide to the worship of Sheetala Maa, who is believed to protect children and families from fevers, skin diseases, infections, and heat-related illnesses. Rooted in ancient folk beliefs, Ayurveda, and household traditions, Sheetala Puja is uniquely performed without fire, offering previously prepared food as prasad to honor the goddess's calm and cooling nature. Through simple explanations, this book introduces the symbolism of Sheetala Maa, her traditional iconography, and the deep meaning behind her worship. Written in English font.The book includes essential prayers and devotional hymns such as - Sheetala Dhyana Mantra - Aavahan Mantra - Sheetalashtakam - Sheetala Stotra - Sheetala Kavacham - Sheetala Chalisa. helping devotees perform the puja with devotion and understanding. Ideal for families, devotees, and readers interested in traditional healing practices and folk spirituality, this book serves as a humble offering to Sheetala Maa-the compassionate mother who brings health, peace, protection, and harmony to the home.
History of the Sikhs; or, Translation of the Sikkhan de raj di vikhia, as laid down for the examination in Panjabi. Together with a short Gurmukhi grammar, and an appendix containing some useful techn
A concise, direct account of Sikh polity and language. Essential reading for curious minds. Henry Court, Major, presents a translation of the Sikkhan de raj di vikhia, as laid down for the examination in Panjabi, and pairs that text with a short Gurmukhi grammar and an appendix of useful technical words in roman character. The book sits uniquely between narrative and tool: part sikh history collection that traces the contours of the Sikh empire overview, part practical punjabi language study and gurmukhi grammar guide that explains technical punjabi terms for readers and scholars alike. Concise, practical and readable, it functions as an exam preparation resource and a compact introduction for students of sikhism, while also offering the context a casual reader needs to connect events to the broader sweep of colonial india history. The appended Gurmukhi grammar is concise yet practical, and the roman-character glossary opens technical Punjabi terms to readers unfamiliar with the script - an uncommon pairing among historically minded works. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Beyond its immediate utility, the volume carries real historical and literary significance: an accessible window into nineteenth century India, a useful source for british india studies and comparative religious history, and an important entry among punjab historical texts that helps map how the region's past was recorded and taught. Collectors of classic literature welcome this faithful edition; casual readers find its clarity inviting. For scholars, teachers and students the combination of translation, grammar and glossary creates a searchable reference and a readable narrative - a concise link between primary source and modern scholarship. Librarians and collectors of south Asian scholarship will also find it a valuable addition to any curated sikh history collection.
History of the Sikhs; or, Translation of the Sikkhan de raj di vikhia, as laid down for the examination in Panjabi. Together with a short Gurmukhi grammar, and an appendix containing some useful techn
An authoritative nineteenth-century handbook on Sikh history and Punjabi language, assembled originally for examination in Punjabi and presented here with modern care. Readers gain clarity and context. Major Henry Court's translation and framing reproduce the instructional economy of the original Sikkhan de raj di vikhia while making its lessons accessible to modern readers. The volume functions both as a sikh history book and as a compact punjabi grammar guide: a short Gurmukhi grammar offers a clear gurmukhi script introduction, and an appendix of technical punjabi vocabulary in Roman characters provides immediate, usable entries for learners and translators. The prose is concise and pragmatic, suited to language exam preparation yet surprisingly engaging for anyone curious about nineteenth-century India and the lived practices of Punjab. Court's English preserves the original educational focus and plain phraseology, so the translation carries the voice of a classroom manual rather than a later history. Because it originates in the classroom and the examination hall, the work is a valuable witness for colonial india studies and british raj history, and it illuminates the context for sikh empire origins without resorting to later retrospective narratives. Students of sikhism and scholars working in comparative sikh studies will appreciate the combination of translation and grammatical apparatus, while general readers benefit from the clear chronology and the book's direct voice. Linguists and philologists engaged with Punjabi orthography and transliteration will find the Roman-character glossary especially instructive, and historians tracing administrative vocabulary will gain practical terms for archival research. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Suitable for collectors of classic literature, reference libraries and anyone building practical punjabi language resources, this edition restores a quiet but significant pedagogical text to the shelves it deserves.
Poems from Rupa Gosvamin's Blazing Sapphire
The Blazing Sapphire or Ujjvala-nīlamaṇi is the work of Rūpa Gosvāmin, a 16th century poet/theologian who was a direct disciple of Śrī Kṛṣṇa Caitanya of Bengal (1486-1534 CE). It is perhaps Rūpa's final work, composed after a lifetime of poetic and dramatic study and practice; its 15 chapters contain 1451 stanzas (śloka). Some are didactic, but most are single-stanza poems designed to exemplify and evoke moods and feelings (bhakti-rasa) associated with the tradition's culture of love (preman) for Kṛṣṇa--India's god of love. Rūpa's text is designed to analyze and teach about sacred erotic rapture in the Caitanya tradition, and to provide poems through which it can be experienced.This volume contains about a hundred poems from the first seven chapters, with annotations from major commentaries and introductory hints about who is speaking and why. Selections from the rest of the Sapphire will appear in subsequent volumes. We have focused mainly on example poems, though contextually important didactic verses appear in footnotes. We include Sanskrit originals plus romanized transliterations for readers interested in poetic sound.
Leo XIV
A biography of Robert Francis Prevost, exploring his life, Augustinian formation, and rise to Pope Leo XIV.Who is Robert Francis Prevost, the until-now relatively unknown Augustinian who now leads nearly 1.5 billion Catholics as Pope Leo XIV? This concise biography by Brian Heffernan, an expert on Augustinian history, looks at the successive contexts in which Prevost lived and worked before his election as pope: Chicago, Peru, Rome, and the Order of Saint Augustine, with which Prevost has been connected since his youth.In surveying the contexts in which Prevost has lived and worked, Heffernan provides a rich, situated view of the new pope and offers insights into the Augustinian charisms that have shaped his life and thinking.
Promise the Earth
Politicians and business leaders tell us that climate change can be solved with new technologies, but global emissions keep rising. Engineers show us technological options that could be deployed quickly, but there is no plan there to save us. We can no longer wait for solutions to climate change. To reduce our emissions quickly, we need to cut back on some aspects of modern life through inventive tweaks - and via restraint. Restraint is normal. It is also fundamental across all religious faiths. In this volume, Julian Allwood, an engineer, and Andrew Davison, a theologian, offer a fresh perspective and prescription for combatting climate change. Rather than starting from the vantage points of economics and politics, they rethink climate action in the long tradition of the virtues - Courage, Justice, Prudence, and Temperance -- along with Faith, Hope, and Love from the Bible. By acting in good faith now, a safe climate becomes an expression of our faith in and love for humanity.
Faith in Flux
A machine can draft a sermon; a feed can catechise your desires; a headset can host a midnight vigil. If that unsettles you, good-this is the handbook for clarity and agency in a world where tools no longer merely serve belief but quietly reshape it. Here you will find a clear lens for understanding how technology and religion meet, from social media and faith to the dream of a virtual church, from algorithmic sermons to the hard questions of morality in the age of AI. This is for readers who refuse both tech-utopia and tech-doom. Drawing on history, ethics, and lived practice, it shows how digital rituals form us, why the decline of organised religion hides a surge in micro-liturgies, and where AI and spirituality collide with questions of authorship, attention, and truth. You will learn to read platforms like prayer books and dashboards like confessionals, and to design rhythms that protect what is human. - See how platforms teach doctrine by repetition-and how to reclaim your attention - Weigh the promise of transhumanism ethics without losing the meaning of the body - Build small-group covenants and personal rules that make spiritual individualism coherent rather than lonely By the end, you will not just spot what is changing-you will know what to do next. With a field-tested framework and practical experiments, you will carry a steady posture into the age of AI and spirituality, able to bless tools without bowing to them.
The Kabbalah Connection
Kabbalistically, ego is the source of evil, destruction and suffering in this world. It is the aspect of our nature that separates us from the Light of the Creator, and from our destiny of happiness.The Kabbalah Connection describes the powerful spiritual technology of Passover (Pesach) built into the system of Creation to help us gain control over the ego.Each year, the window of time known to many as Pesach, gives us the ability to escape this source of misery in our own lives. Although many believe Pesach to be holiday for the Jewish people commemorating their freedom from Egypt. This is a misconception. In truth, it is the greatest transformation agent we have against the ego.Utilizing metaphysics and physics, The Kabbalah Connection explains the consciousness we can utilize on the eve of Pesach, so we can remove the ego and open ourselves up to the Light. This is a necessary step for achieving spiritual fulfillment.
Equipping Intercultural Workers for Mission
God's vision for the world is to see shalom restored, so that all people may live in communion with him, with each other, and with creation. This is the missio Dei, the work of God's kingdom in which every Christian is invited - and commanded - to partner, spreading the good news of reconciliation to every corner of the globe.However, if this message is to be effectively enacted among all tribes and tongues and peoples and nations, then equipping believers for intercultural ministry must be taken seriously as a foundational aspect of church mission. In this contextualized study of Ethiopian churches, Dr. Mulugetta Demissie provides a biblical and missiological rational for equipping cross-cultural workers, while utilizing interviews, participant observation, and focus group discussion to identify the core challenges facing those ministering interculturally in Ethiopia. Drawing on his field research, Demissie develops a holistic instructional design model that would address head, heart, and hands in equipping intercultural workers as effective agents of mission and transformation - in East Africa and beyond. This is an excellent resource for all those engaged in training workers for the harvest, especially in contexts of culturally contextualized ministry.
The Forgiveness Experiment
What if the only thing between you and peace... was letting go?We've all been hurt.We've all held grudges longer than we wanted to.We've all said, "I'm fine," when the truth was-we weren't.This book is for anyone who's tired of carrying emotional baggage but doesn't know how to set it down.The Forgiveness Experiment is Rabbi Yisroel Bernath's personal and practical journey into the messy, sacred work of letting go. Blending ancient Jewish wisdom with modern therapeutic tools, Rabbi Bernath walks you through the inner terrain of anger, shame, grief, and grace-with plenty of stories, soul, and a touch of humor along the way.Inside, you'll discover how to: Stop rehearsing the pastStop giving power to people who hurt youStop living someone else's lifeYou don't have to forget.You don't have to reconcile.But you do have to live.So let's try an experiment: What happens when you finally forgive?Not for them. For you.About the AuthorRabbi Yisroel Bernath is a Chabad rabbi, relationship coach, matchmaker, and storyteller whose work sits at the intersection of soul, psychology, and Jewish wisdom. Affectionately known as "The Love Rabbi," he has helped hundreds navigate the complexities of the human heart-from heartbreak to healing, from resentment to radical forgiveness.A spiritual leader in Montreal's NDG community for over two decades, Rabbi Bernath is also the host of three podcasts and a widely followed voice on Jewish spirituality, emotional health, and human connection. His daily inspiration and heartfelt reflections reach millions worldwide.He lives in Montreal with his wife, Sara, and their six children. This book is not just his teaching-it's his personal journey.
Bhagavad-Gita
Discover the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad-gita As It Is in a way that's clear, engaging, and inspiring for young minds! This study guide helps children and teens explore the Gita's deep spiritual teachings - understanding who we are, our relationship with the Supreme, and how to live with purpose and devotion.Through thoughtful discussions and fun, interactive activities suited to various learning styles, students learn to see the world through the eyes of scripture (sastra-caksu) and apply the Gita's wisdom in everyday life. Designed with care to nurture curiosity and faith, this guide inspires a lifelong love for Srila Prabhupada's books and steady spiritual growth. An ideal resource for families, teachers, and homeschoolers.
Silver & Bold
If God blesses you with "discretionary years" later in life, when you have fewer work and family responsibilities, how will you steward them? Millions of mid-life and retired Christians have time, flexibility, and a sense of adventure. What would it take to increase the involvement of these mature believers in especially needy parts of the world? What if more of them devoted five or ten years to global missions?In this book, you'll meet a few of the many "silver and bold" individuals participating in world evangelization today. May their stories inspire us to press deeper in our faith and to consider charting a different path than what we previously thought possible or reasonable.And who knows? God may have an unexpected adventure ahead for you as well.
The Rise of Ya'juj & Ma'juj
The Hidden Nations Preparing for the Last WarWhat if one of the most terrifying end-time prophecies was never symbolic-only delayed?For centuries, Ya'juj and Ma'juj (Gog and Magog) have been spoken of in whispers, confined to scripture, theology, and ancient warnings. Yet today, as global tensions rise, civilizations fracture, and humanity gains the power to destroy itself, the prophecy no longer feels distant-it feels imminent.The Rise of Ya'juj & Ma'juj is a deeply researched and intellectually grounded exploration of one of the most unsettling prophecies shared across Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. Drawing directly from the Qur'an, authentic Hadith, the Bible, the Torah, and classical scholarship, this book examines who Ya'juj and Ma'juj truly are, why they were sealed away, and what their release means for the future of humanity.This is not a book of speculation or myth. It is a serious investigation into prophecy, history, theology, and modern reality.Inside this book, you will discover: The scriptural origins of Ya'juj and Ma'juj across the Qur'an, Hadith, Bible, and TorahWhy classical scholars unanimously regarded them as real human nations, not metaphorsThe true mission of Dhul-Qarnayn and the mystery of the iron and copper barrierCompeting theories-classical and modern-about their identity and locationWhy their emergence is directly linked to the final collapse of global orderHow population growth, technological power, and moral decay align with prophetic warningsWhy no army, alliance, or technology will be able to stop them-and why only divine intervention ends their reignThis book does not aim to create fear-it aims to create awareness.Ya'juj and Ma'juj represent the final test of human arrogance, unchecked power, and moral collapse. Their rise signals that humanity has reached the limits of control, knowledge, and dominance. Their destruction marks the closing chapter before the Day of Judgment.Whether you are a student of Islamic eschatology, a researcher of Abrahamic prophecy, or a reader seeking to understand the deeper meaning behind today's global instability, this book challenges you to confront a reality most would rather ignore.Because when the barrier falls, history will not pause.And when Ya'juj and Ma'juj are released, the world will never be the same again.
Chhath Puja
Experience the depth, purity, and timeless beauty of Chhath Puja through this carefully crafted book designed for devotees, families, and readers across the world. Written in clear, simple English-with traditional prayers and stories presented in easy English transliteration-this book makes the sacred observance accessible even to those who cannot read regional scripts.Rooted in tradition yet presented with clarity, this book serves as a step-by-step companion for performing Chhath Puja with devotion, discipline, and understanding.This Book IncludesChhath Puja Materials List (Puja Items) Complete Chhath Puja Procedure (Day-wise) Clearly explained rituals for all four sacred days: Nahay-Khay Kharna (Lohanda) Evening Arghya Morning Arghya Traditional Prasad of Chhath Puja Important Mantras of Chhath Puja Chhath Puja Vrat Katha (English Transliteration)Whether you are observing Chhath Puja yourself or wish to understand and preserve this sacred tradition for the next generation, this book offers guidance with clarity, and reverence.A meaningful addition to every devotional library.
Symbols of Faith
Symbols of Faith: A Lenten Devotional for African American Churches and Families illuminates the spiritual power of the seasons through culturally relevant symbols and themes. Engage in rich conversations and strengthen your faith with daily reflections, questions, and prayers from trusted African American scholars and leaders.A follow-up to the beloved Melodies of Faith, Symbols of Faith: Lent and Easter Devotionals for African American Churches and Families offers a powerful invitation to explore the spiritual heart of these holy seasons. Compiled by African American scholars, pastors, and lay leaders, this unique devotional features 40 engaging reflections that connect Lent and Easter symbols--the cross, easter lily, ashes, and water--to your theological, historical, and soulful understanding. Each entry, typically around 250 words, includes thoughtful reflection questions and a prayer designed to spark meaningful conversation within your family, your church, and yourself. Embrace a deeper, culturally resonant journey, fostering spiritual growth and connection to your faith heritage.
A Journey to Purpose
This book is a field guide to the greatest adventure and relationship you will ever experience-a life lived in intimate relationship with God and eternal purpose.More than a message-it's a road map to the heart of God and a life with Joy and Strength and PurposeIn this powerful debut work, the author shares from deep wells of personal experience, prophetic insight, and biblical truth. Written in seasons of waiting, loss, and renewal, these pages call readers towards the burning heart of God and to a life marked by intimacy, obedience, and divine purpose.This book will challenge you to: Dive deep into God's heartMake knowing God your life's goalTo live with eternity as your horizonEmbrace waiting as a sacred opportunity for growthWin the spiritual battles in your mindStep into your calling on the front lines of faithExperience oneness with JesusLet Jesus live big inside you!This book is a right now treatsie for those who are hungering for God for purpose for direction in thier faith amd purpose.The reader will find that it is out of a deep relationship with Christ they will find direction and mission and purpose.
