Embark on a journey beyond the dos and don'ts to see the Muslim prophets as benchmarks or a mirror devoid of imperfection that can help us human beings see our various imperfections and reflect on our human struggles, to see and question afresh.
In all your boyhood dreams of growing up, did you dream of being a "nice guy"? Eldredge believes that every man longs for a battle to fight, an adventure to live, and a beauty to rescue. That is how he bears the image of God; that is what God made him to be.
“There is no way you can read this book and not feel more love for those around you—and as you do, you can see the healing changes that love will bring.” —Magical Blend Magazine The sensitive, profound and rare insights in Alchemy of the Heart help us gain entrée into the most precious, and misunderstood, component of our being—the heart. They show us that while love can be compassionate and nurturing, it can also be powerful, dynamic and practical—a catalyst for spiritual growth. Drawing on wisdom from the world’s great spiritual traditions, this inspiring guide explores how you can overcome hidden blocks to giving and receiving more love. You’ll learn how you can soften and strengthen the heart to create more meaningful relationships in all areas of your life. And you’ll discover how even the most intense lessons of love, if we are willing to learn from them, can be the open door to a higher love—and a higher way of loving. “It is critical for personal well-being and the betterment of world relations to open the heart to its highest spiritual potential—that is, divine love. This book explores how we can recapture this experience by nurturing ourselves, cultivating gratitude, overcoming self-criticism, using affirmations and prayers, guarding against toxic thoughts and feelings.... Prophet guides us through these processes drawing on her extensive spiritual experience.... Through this ‘pocket guide to practical spirituality’ we learn...how we can become ‘a living transformer of love.’ ” —Bodhi Tree Book Review
This exploration of Islamic spirituality delves into the psychological diseases and cures of the heart. Diseases examined include miserliness, envy, hatred, treachery, rancour, malice, ostentation, arrogance, covetousness, lust, and other afflictions that assail people and often control them. The causes and practical cures of these diseases are discussed, offering a penetrating glimpse into how Islam deals with spiritual and psychological problems and demonstrating how all people can benefit from these teachings.
Have you ever wondered how false prophets become false prophets? The enemy seeks to pervert prophetic voices at every turn ? but he can only use what?s in us. Serious character issues left unaddressed can lead the true into the realm of the false. In this companion book to ?The Heart of the Prophetic,? Jennifer exhorts prophetic people to examine themselves for specific character flaws that open the doorway to deception. In this book, Jennifer offers practical guidance on: ? How the Holy Spirit warns us before we stray from the narrow path ? How to steer clear of self-deception that shuts out the truth ? How to withstand the pressure that comes with true prophetic ministry ? How to truly repent and get back on track with God ? And much more!
Vance Havner’s Reflections on the Gospels was rescued by Michael Catt from a collection of newspaper columns and compiled for the first time into book form. The result is a wonderful devotional volume that gives a unique insight into God’s Word through the eyes of this great preacher.
The first book in Hendricksons new Preachers Toolbox series brings together a whos who group of todays most influential pastors, who share their understanding of prophetic preaching as well as their skills. The book is divided into two sections, The Calling of Prophetic Preaching and The Craft of Prophetic Preaching, which deliver clear themes and practical takeaways on the art of preaching prophetically. Speaking with grace and authority, preachers such as Francis Chan, Mark Buchanan, John Ortberg, Mark Driscoll, Timothy Keller, and Anne Graham Lotz offer Biblical and personal messages on prophetic preaching.
Daily encouragements to tend the prophetic flame The Prophet's Devotional was written to equip and encourage you in your prophetic gift. No matter where you are in your prophetic journey, this essential resource will sharpen your discernment and hone your delivery of prophetic words. Bestselling author, spiritual warfare leader, and prophetic trainer, Jennifer LeClaire delivers a devotional experience unlike any other, providing rich, daily teachings and powerful prayers to empower you in your prophetic adventure with the Lord. Over the course of 365 days, you will: Discover different functions of the prophetic gift. Avoid common pitfalls for prophetic people. Receive protocol for operating in the prophetic. Engage multiple dimensions of the spirit of prophecy. Discern the spirit realm with increased clarity. Hear God’s voice more distinctly and frequently. As you continue to steward your prophetic gift, you will hear God’s voice with greater clarity, and speak His words with greater confidence. What are you waiting for? The adventure begins today!