Meditational Moments with God and Sermons for Reflection and Spiritual Growth

Meditational Moments with God and Sermons for Reflection and Spiritual Growth

Author: Dr. Freddie A. Banks Jr.

Publisher: AuthorHouse

Published: 2021-03-24

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 1665519975

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We find ourselves in the most vulnerable and troublesome situations as Christians, but God has put forth good news in Meditational Moments with God: Sermons for Reflections and Spiritual Growth Volume II. Used as a personal guide or as a reading, Mediational Moments with God: Sermons for Reflections and Spiritual Growth Volume II is to be shared with Christians and mon-convents and is sure to be treasured by any person seeking enlightenment or encouragement. This inspiring work presents several highly versatile meditations designed to enhance your relationship with God through the study of His word. Each Mediation is prefaced by an appropriate passage from the scripture, spackled with story illustrations, and is spiritually oriented to provoke spiritual thought. Designed to inspire, comport, console and aid others, Mediational Moments with God: Sermons for Reflections and Spiritual Growth Volume II will speak to all believers and strengthen your relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.


Radical

Radical

Author: David Platt

Publisher: Multnomah

Published: 2010-05-04

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 1601422210

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New York Times bestseller What is Jesus worth to you? It's easy for American Christians to forget how Jesus said his followers would actually live, what their new lifestyle would actually look like. They would, he said, leave behind security, money, convenience, even family for him. They would abandon everything for the gospel. They would take up their crosses daily... But who do you know who lives like that? Do you? In Radical, David Platt challenges you to consider with an open heart how we have manipulated the gospel to fit our cultural preferences. He shows what Jesus actually said about being his disciple--then invites you to believe and obey what you have heard. And he tells the dramatic story of what is happening as a "successful" suburban church decides to get serious about the gospel according to Jesus. Finally, he urges you to join in The Radical Experiment -- a one-year journey in authentic discipleship that will transform how you live in a world that desperately needs the Good News Jesus came to bring.


Just Living Meditations for Engaging Our Life and Times (Volume 1)

Just Living Meditations for Engaging Our Life and Times (Volume 1)

Author: Kenyatta R. Gilbert

Publisher: Heritage Publishing

Published: 2021-02

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 0998776610

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Just Living is a devotional resource for an intergenerational, racially and ethnically diverse, politically and socially conscious lay readership for whom biblical scholarship and cultural criticism written in journalistic prose is highly valued. Just Living Volume 1 provides devotional readers 13 meditations divided into three sections: (1) Distressing the Comfortable, (2) End of the White Throne, and (3) The Life-Giving of a Debt-Canceling God. Each meditation concludes with a prayer and personal reflective questions. The book may be used for ● daily personal meditation ● journaling ● Bible discussion groups ● one-on-one discussion with religiously disaffected persons


Reflections on the Word

Reflections on the Word

Author: Ken Gire

Publisher: Chariot Victor Publishing

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13:

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If you really want to hear what God is saying to you, first you have to slow down. That is what Reflections on the Word by acclaimed writer Ken Gire is designed to help you do. To create pauses for reflection, like park benches that allow you to stop and sit and reflect on your spiritual journey. To check the map. And your bearings. And to make any adjustments in your course. Each reflection begins with a Scripture reading. It's followed by a meditation that offers insight into the passage, written either by Ken Gire or other spiritual guides from around the world and across the centuries, including Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Catherine Marshall, Oswald Chambers, and Edith Schaeffer. The closing prayer is intended only to start you praying, in hopes that the Holy Spirit will bring other things to mind-other vistas He would have you see, other paths He would have you take, other precipices He would have you avoid. This is a companion book to two others in this new series by Ken Gire that emphasize the centuries-old tradition of reflective living-The Reflective Life, a spiritual primer, and Reflections on Your Life, a journal.


31 Days of Divine Connection

31 Days of Divine Connection

Author: Steven L Jordan

Publisher:

Published: 2024-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9783265614120

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"31 Days of Divine Connection: Inspirational Moments with God" is a transformative devotional that guides readers on a 31-day journey to deepen their relationship with God through prayer, reflection, and practical application. Dr. Steven L. Jordan, Sr. draws from his 30+ years of experience as a pastor, chaplain, and spiritual leader to offer daily prayers, insights, and exercises designed to strengthen faith, cultivate gratitude, and inspire spiritual growth. Each day focuses on a specific theme such as faith, humility, patience, or compassion. Readers will find: Daily prayers to connect with God Reflections to deepen understanding Scripture passages for meditation Practical exercises to apply spiritual lessons Dr. J's insights on emotional intelligence and spiritual growth This book is ideal for anyone seeking to: Develop a more consistent prayer life Find strength and guidance through difficult times Cultivate gratitude and joy Grow in faith and trust in God's plan Whether you're new to your spiritual journey or looking to revitalize your faith, "31 Days of Divine Connection" offers a transformative path to a closer relationship with God and a more purposeful, faith-filled life.


Living in God

Living in God

Author: Roy Eugene Davis

Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publ.

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9788120815445

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Because only god exists and all souls are expressive aspects of God`s consciousness, we are living in God now. Until we are conscious of our true nature as spiritual beings abiding in God, It can be helpful to nurture aspiration to authentic spiritual growth, intentionally choose a wholesome lifestyle sustained by a clear sense of meaningful purpose, pray and mediate regularly, and frequently refresh the mind with constructive thoughts. The God-centered themes in this book will inspire and motivate readers to live skillfully and effectively for their highest good. The affirmations can be used to awaken and actualize soul qualities and provide awareness of possibilities for demonstrating excellence. Quotations selected from inspired sources supplement the theme pages.


In Times Like These

In Times Like These

Author: Patsy Cellier

Publisher: Tate Publishing

Published: 2010-06

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1616630353

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We are living in a time of unrest, beginning in our own country and continuing throughout the world. There is discontentment on every hand. Politically, spiritually, financially, medically, and environmentally we have issues. 'How do we deal with life in these tumultuous times?' you may ask. Dealing with lifein times like theseis found in a person. His name is Jesus. By having a personal relationship with him, we can find the comfort and peace that we seek.- Patsy Cellier 'These reflections beautifully reveal the truths of God's Holy Word and show evidence of their application in everyday life.' - Reverend Mac Shaw, Former Pastor, and President, Teen Choices, Incorporated 'When Patsy came to pray for my son, Mark, she spoke of the love of God and prayed for him so powerfully that he asked, 'Is she for real?' I replied, 'She is indeed!''- Tom Stewart, Founder, Mission to Internationals, Inc. '...parable-like writings...earthly experience matched with a heavenly meaning...'- Sue Davis, former missionary 'I use something from Patsy's book every day.'- Doris Tatum, Bible Study Fellowship Leader, retired


MEDITATIONS ON LIFE AND LIVING?BORN OUT OF LOVE FOR GOD

MEDITATIONS ON LIFE AND LIVING?BORN OUT OF LOVE FOR GOD

Author: Elois Wilform-Malcolm

Publisher: Author House

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 319

ISBN-13: 1491844302

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Meditations on Life and Living...Born Out of Love for God are basic but simple testimonials in story format with Scripture as the catalyst and theme for their birth. How many times have you sat alone somewhere just reflecting on the simplicity of life...how blessed you are, from where you came compared to where you are now. Author, Elois Wilform-Malcolm, brings these everyday things to life. It will seem as though you are right there by her side, witnessing what she does in her own mind, seeing, feeling, understanding her point of view as she correlates biblical Scriptures into her reflections and how your understanding of Scripture can be a driving force for you own life. Meditations on Life and Living...Born Out of Love for God will allow you to relive your past, reflect on the glory of your present and marvel at your future when you realize the joy, happiness, contentment and peace of mind you attain through a life with God. You will see where you were before salvation, understand who you are in your salvation and strive to be even better through salvation. You will see how Scriptures are being brought to "light" through everyday life situations. Wait till you read catchy titles such as: Throw Down Your Rocks, The Fragrance of Christ, or Wake Up Everybody. You will find excitement in the directions each testimonial meditation will take you. Reading these meditation will bring about purpose for studying the Bible, which is not to know the Bible but to know God. The Bible is not a book of rules but a book of principles which are clearly and simply brought out through these meditations. We get to know God through His Word, His spirit, our experiences and through prayer. May you be blessed!!


Help from the Hills

Help from the Hills

Author: Ronald E. Ramsey

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2008-01-17

Total Pages: 86

ISBN-13: 9780595604487

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There will always be more questions than answers. Each new day brings new and sometimes more complicated questions. Help From The Hills is a collection of meditations on the nature of human living and the gift of grace for the challenges of the spiritual life. Each meditation presents a particular perspective from which the reader will gain insight into ancient and unyielding concerns, as well as hope for the future. Each chapter ends with a Spiritual Exercise intended as a medium for spiritual reflection and renewal. This book is an excellent resource for adult bible study groups and private devotions. Ronald Ramsey provides a way of thinking about the complexities of life as a path to deeper understanding and spiritual growth. Help From The Hills offers spiritual guidance for those seeking the light of life, and helpful reminders of the love of God as revealed in Holy Scriptures for the redemption of humankind. Author Website www.newdirections-future.com


Sacred Attention

Sacred Attention

Author: Margaret D. McGee

Publisher: Turner Publishing Company

Published: 2012-08-29

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13: 159473478X

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Just One Moment of Close Attention Can Be a Prayer to God "Does God communicate through the natural world? Through the slug on the compost pile, the leaf on the lawn, the stone tumbled on the beach, the air that feeds my lungs, the dreams that fill my nights? How will I know unless I pay attention?" —from the Introduction Paying attention is rarely easy to do. It requires focus, patience and a willingness to slow down—traits that are hard to come by in this hurry-up world. But close attention to even one small piece of creation, one object, person, routine, image, word or scripture, can become a prayer to God, opening a channel of communication between you and the Divine to allow for deep spiritual growth. In this inspiring guide, you will discover ways to develop a practice of attention as a means of talking—and listening—to God. Framed on the Christian liturgical year and paired with images of the seasons of the earth, each chapter includes an insightful and poignant narrative which illustrates the surprising richness to be found in every attention-getting moment. Following each narrative is a prayer, suggested scripture readings and a specific exercise you can use to develop your own practice of attention as a means to better connect with God. Accessible, humorous and meaningful, these words and practices will lead you further along your path toward discovering a deeper awareness of yourself and your relationship to all that is around you—and within you.