Discover the Audiobook and 22 More Apocryphal Texts - Scan the QR code inside this book to download the Audiobook, 'The Apocrypha', 'Enoch 1,2,3', and 'The Book of Giants'.The Complete Collection of 'The Gnostic Gospels'14 Books in 1, this collection includes:THOMASTRUTHJUDASPETERMARYPHILIPTHE EGYPTIANSSOPHIA OF JESUS CHRISTPISTIS SOPHIATHE APOCALYPSE OF PETERAPOCRYPHON OF JOHNSECOND TREATISE OF THE GREAT SETHHYPOSTASIS OF THE ARCHONSTRIPARTITE TRACTATEAdditional features include:Thoughtfully Curated IllustrationsHigh-Quality Text Print8,5”x 11” format paperback Read more

"The most valuable aspect of religion," writes Robert Lawrence Smith, "is that it provides us with a framework for living. I have always felt that the beauty and power of Quakerism is that it exhorts us to live more simply, more truthfully, more charitably."Taking his inspiration from the teaching of the first Quaker, George Fox, and from his own nine generations of Quaker forebears, Smith speaks to all of us who are seeking a way to make our lives simpler, more meaningful, and more useful. Beginning with the Quaker belief that "There is that of God in every person," Smith explores the ways in which we can harness the inner light of God that dwells in each of us to guide the personal choices and challenges we face every day. How to live and speak truthfully. How to listen for, trust, and act on our conscience. How to make our work an expression of the best that is in us.Using vivid examples from his own life, Smith writes eloquently of Quaker Meeting, his decision to fight in World War II, and later to oppose the Vietnam War. From his work as an educator and headmaster to his role as a husband and father, Smith quietly convinces that the lofty ideals of Quakerism offer all of us practical tools for leading a more meaningful life. His book culminates with a moving letter to his grandchildren which imparts ten lessons for "letting your life speak." Read more

While many denominations claim to be growing, the largest group in American religious life is the disillusioned - people who have been involved in the church yet see few similarities between the church's life and the person of Jesus. In the midst of elaborate programming, professional worship teams, and political crusades, they ask, "Is this really what Jesus called us to do?" While the church has dismissed these people as uncommitted and lacking in faith, perhaps the opposite is true. Their commitment to authentic spirituality over institutional idolatry might be the very corrective the church needs. These people respect Jesus, but question what Christianity has become. In If the Church Were Christian, Quaker pastor and author Philip Gulley explores how the church has lost its way. This eye-opening examination of the values of Jesus reveals the extent to which the church has drifted from the teachings of the man who inspired its creation. Many Christians might be surprised to discover how little Jesus had to say about the church, and that he might never have intended to start a new religion. But the church is here to stay, and Gulley is determined to help the church find its soul. If the church were Christian, Gulley argues, affirming our potential would be more important than condemning our brokenness. If the church were Christian, inviting questions would be valued more than supplying answers. If the church were Christian, meeting needs would be more important than maintaining institutions. These simple statements return us to the heart of what Jesus cared about during his ministry. Gulley provides a profound picture of what the church would look like if it refocused on the real priorities of Jesus. Read more

We live in a day of fast information, fast fingers, fast food, fast shipping, fast words, fast anger, and fast judgment. Our fight-or-flight impulses keep us on high alert, aided by mobile devices that vibrate each time another crisis strikes. All this fastness can easily interfere with a slow, intentional life grounded in God’s love. Christian faith has deep treasures and practices to offer us. How will we live, and who will we be in this highly charged era where politics, economics, environment, and social norms are under significant duress? Come explore quieter, more intentional ways of being, and how these might attune us to the slow work of God in order that we might love one another and the world as God does. Our chapters pair a lure to move fast with an invitation to slow. Becoming slow to anger is an invitation to empathy, slow to judge is an invitation to humility, and slow to grasp is an invitation to contentment. Ultimately, each of these invitations is a movement toward God. Read more

If you want to discover the captivating history of the Quakers, then pay attention...Many other mainline Christians viewed the Quakers as a dangerous sect, so much so that they pressured the British Parliament to pass the Quaker Act of 1662. This act set forth in law the “prescribed form” of prayer and worship as designated by the state. It was a formula that specifically left the traditions of the Quakers out. Unable to gain acceptance in England, the Quakers would soon leave the place of their origin altogether and try their luck in a brave new world on another continent.In The Quakers: A Captivating Guide to a Historically Christian Group and How William Penn Founded the Colony of Pennsylvania in British North America, you will discover topics such as:The Quakers Arrive in AmericaWilliam Penn Comes to the Quaker FaithWilliam Penn’s Holy ExperimentWilliam Penn, Pennsylvania, and Its Quaker LegacyThe State of Quakerism After William PennQuaker Life During the American RevolutionA Time of Great AdjustmentThe Quakers the Civil War and Its AftermathSome Modern-Day Quaking in the MakingAnd much, much more!So, if you want to learn more about the Quakers, scroll up and click the "buy now" button! Read more

Can Your Prayers Change Your Child's Life? Yes!Step into the Court of Heaven and see how your intercession transforms your children's future.Are You Fighting for Your Child's Destiny?Become the Warrior Mom who intercedes in the Court of Heaven, ensuring that no weapon formed against your children shall prosper.A Mother's Prayer Is a Powerhouse.Tap into the divine power of the Court of Heaven to combat spiritual warfare and protect your family.Defend Your Child's Future with Divine Authority.Step into the Court of Heaven and claim God's promises for your children's protection and success.Prayer, Protection, and Purpose: The Warrior Mom's Guide.Learn how to stand as a mighty defender for your children using the most powerful weapon-prayer.Are You Ready to Become a Warrior Mom?Learn how to fight for your child's destiny in the Court of Heaven, where prayers become weapons and faith becomes victory."Mothers, Your Battle Isn't Over Yet!Discover how you can step into your divine calling as a WarriorMom and use the power of prayer to protect your children.Pray Like a Warrior, Fight Like a Mom.Empower your spiritual life and create lasting protection for your children with the strategies in this book. Read more

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Regarded by many as the 20th Century’s finest practitioner and ablest teacher of Traditional Christian Mysticism, Evelyn Underhill draws from the lives and writings of such beloved Catholic Saints as St. Teresa, St. Augustine, St. Catherine of Siena, St. John of the Cross, St. Hildegarde of Bingen, St. Mechtild, St. Bernard, and dozens more, as well as from the works of Protestant giants like Jacob Boehme, and George Fox, founder of the Quakers, to demonstrate that ” The spiritual life is not a special career involving abstraction from the world of things. It is a part of every man's life, and until he has realized it he is not a complete human being, has not entered into possession of all his powers. It is therefore the function of a practical mysticism to increase, not diminish, the total efficiency, the wisdom and steadfastness, of those who try to practice it…” At more than 600 pages, THE COMPLETE CHRISTIAN MYSTIC: A PRACTICAL, STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE FOR AWAKENING TO THE PRESENCE OF GOD is the ultimate single-volume “Masters Class” on the mystical life. Read more

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This is a comprehensive introduction to Quakerism which balances a history of the theology of the Quakers or Friends with an overview of present day practice. It charts the growth of the Quaker movement through the 1650s and 1660s, its different theological emphasis in the eighteenth century, and the schisms of the nineteenth century which resulted in the range of Quaker traditions found around the world today. The book focuses in particular on notions of 'endtime', 'spiritual intimacy', and what counts as 'the world' as key areas of theological change. The second half of the book uses extracts from Quaker texts to highlight differences in belief and approach between the different traditions and analyses their future prospects. The book is generously illustrated and includes numerous diagrams to help the reader. Undergraduate and graduate students will find this an essential introduction to the Quaker movement. Read more

In the heart of the night, a legion of spiritual warriors arises, ready to confront the sinister forces that prowl in the darkness. "Prayers of the Midnight Warriors: A Midnight Warfare Handbook to Overcome Powers of Darkness and Disrupt Their Activities" is your definitive guide to becoming part of this formidable fellowship of believers.Awaken Your Inner Warrior: Discover the ancient and potent practice of midnight warfare, a divine calling to rise above the ordinary and engage in an extraordinary battle. Unleash your inner warrior and tap into the supernatural realm where your prayers become powerful weapons.Ignite the Midnight Fire: This handbook is not for the lukewarm. It's a blazing inferno of spiritual strategies, fiery prayers, and bold declarations that will set your faith ablaze. Ignite the midnight fire within you and watch as it consumes the powers of darkness.Armored for Battle: Learn to wear the full armor of God and wield the sword of the Spirit with precision. Plead the blood of Jesus for divine protection, break chains of bondage, and shatter strongholds. You'll be a spiritual force to be reckoned with.Midnight Miracles Await: As you engage in midnight warfare, be prepared for the miraculous. Experience supernatural dreams, divine revelations, and unexpected signs and wonders. The midnight hour holds secrets and treasures waiting to be uncovered.Transform Your Life: Beyond defeating the forces of darkness, this handbook will transform your entire spiritual journey. You'll walk in a deeper connection with God, be equipped to intercede for nations, and leave a legacy of light for generations to come."Prayers of the Midnight Warriors" is not just a book; it's a call to arms, an invitation to join a global community of believers who are taking the battle to the spiritual realm. If you're ready to break free from the chains of spiritual passivity, if you hunger for a deeper walk with God, and if you long to disrupt the activities of darkness in your life and the lives of others, then this handbook is your essential companion. It's time to become a Midnight Warrior and unleash the extraordinary in the midnight hour. Are you ready to answer the call? Read more

An unknown author writes an unlikely book and inadvertently sparks an improbable global movement.The manuscript was written longhand on a yellow pad in a small Oregon town by a Quaker pastor describing twelve ancient Christian disciplines (the very definition of the term "unlikely"). But publishers at Harper & Row saw something special in what Richard Foster had written and took a risk.The movement kindled by the book developed slowly, almost imperceptibly. But once it caught hold, it exploded into flame.Celebration of Discipline was conceived during a period in history that Charles Dickens might describe as being the best of times and the worst of times. From its inception, American culture had been linked to Christian faith and values. We were "one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all." The 1950s and early '60s saw the peak years of American churchgoing, when 70 percent of citizens attended church. But as the decade of the '60s stretched on, values and perspectives that had long been accepted as foundational to American faith and life began to come into question.When Celebration of Discipline spotlighted the superficiality that had come to characterize Christianity, it ignited the spiritual formation movement by prescribing the ancient spiritual practices as the necessary corrective. Michael Maudlin, religion publisher at HarperCollins, acknowledges, "People do not remember how Christians thought about spiritual formation in Christ before Celebration of Discipline was published. Most everybody now thinks it is natural for evangelicals to practice spiritual Disciplines. But it was not always so. Celebration of Discipline serves as a wonderful window into how a book can change a subculture."This is the story of that book. Read more

Physicist and astronomer Arthur Eddington tested Einstein's Theory of Relativity at an eclipse in 1919. A lifelong Quaker, his 1929 Swarthmore Lecture explores how science and religion define and look at reality. 'You will understand the true spirit neither of science nor of religion unless seeking is placed in the forefront.' 'He puts a strong line against simplistic reductionism in relation to our minds . He emphasizes that when we ask the question, "What are we to think of it all? What is it all about?", the answer must embrace but not be limited to the scientific answer. His lecture explores this in a delightful way, that remains fully relevant today.' - Prof. George Ellis 'The attitude of the scientist, here so admirably explained, is the attitude, also, of the mystic. Experience, to both, is what matters most."'- The Sufi Quarterly, 1929. Read more

Transcendence can come in many forms. For Mary Rose O’Reilley a year tending sheep seemed a way to seek a spirituality based not on “climbing out of the body” but rather on existing fully in the world, at least if she could overlook some of its earthier aspects. The Barn at the End of the World follows O’Reilley in her sometimes funny, sometimes moving quest. Though small in stature, she learns to “flip” very large sheep and help them lamb. She also visits a Buddhist monastery in France, where she studies the practice of Mahayana Buddhism, dividing her spare time between meditation and dreaming of French pastries. Read more

Filled with a cast of lovable, quirky characters, punctuated with simple wonders, the everyday truths found in this book offer much needed clarity to our own befuddled world. No matter where you live, no matter what your season, come along for the journey.When Philip Gulley began writing newsletter essays for the twelve members of his Quaker meeting in Indiana, he had no idea one of them would find its way to radio commentator Paul Harvey Jr. and be read on the air to 24 million people. Fourteen books later, with more than a million books in print, Gulley still entertains as well as inspires from his small-town front porch. Read more

It is good to begin by remembering that simplicity is a gift, for a gift cannot be grasped. And simplicity, in its own way, eludes our grasp. It seems, under scrutiny, to transmute itself into other virtues, now appearing as poverty of spirit, humility, dependence, abandonment, and then appearing as single-mindedness, integrity, purity of heart. One sees it more clearly when not looking directly at it, rather like the Pleiades, sparkling with quiet enticement just at the periphery of vision. God is like that, too. And, like God whose reflection it is, it often seems easier to approach simplicity by a kind of via negativa, by way of what it is not. And so, to start, I want to reflect on simplicity of life as opposed to a fragmented, complicated life. Read more

Born near Colchester in 1681, Benjamin Lay overcame disability to become an outspoken early opponent of slavery, both in Barbados and later in Pennsylvania.'Quaker Comet' includes the pioneering biography of 'Little Benjamin' by Roberts Vaux, an introduction, notes, and autobiographical extracts from Lay's 1737 book on the evils of the African slave trade. The book ends with a selection of early texts relating to Quakerism and slavery. Read more

★Esta edição completa apresenta um coleção abrangente dos Livros de Enoque, Jubileus, Jasher e Gigantes, com um comentário detalhado de cada capítulo!★Esta edição traduzida de "Os 3 livros de Enoque, Jubileus, Jasar e Gigantes em letras grandes" inclui cinco dos textos antigos mais importantes:1 Enoque (Livro Etíope de Enoque)2 Enoque (Livro Eslavo de Enoque)3 Enoque (Livro Hebraico de Enoque)O Livro dos JubileusO Livro de JasarO Livro dos GigantesCada livro é apresentado em letras grandes (Fonte 14), tornando-o mais acessível e de fácil leitura, garantindo uma experiência positiva para aqueles interessados em explorar os mistérios profundos das escrituras antigas.Esta edição vai além de uma mera tradução – inclui comentário detalhado, oferecendo uma experiência de aprendizagem interativa que aprofundará sua compreensão desses textos atemporais.O que você ganhará com este livro:Informações Abrangentes: Mergulhe em escritos antigos que inspiraram o pensamento religioso e místico durante séculos. Este livro oferece uma coleção completa dos 3 Livros de Enoque, juntamente com Jubileus, Jasar e o Livro dos Gigantes, proporcionando uma visão única das visões apocalípticas, das hierarquias angélicas e da lei divina.Letras grandes claras e acessíveis: Ler esses textos sagrados nunca foi tão fácil. O formato de impressão grande (fonte 14 - 22) torna este livro perfeito para quem prefere textos maiores, garantindo que todos possam desfrutar dos ensinamentos profundos sem esforço.Comentário detalhado: Cada livro é acompanhado por extensas anotações e comentários, fornecendo insights mais profundos sobre os temas, o contexto histórico e as lições espirituais contidas nesses escritos antigos.Uma experiência espiritual holística: Quer você seja um estudioso, um estudante de textos antigos ou um buscador de sabedoria espiritual, este livro oferece não apenas um estudo abrangente da literatura bíblica apócrifa, mas também uma exploração de profundas verdades espirituais.Perfeito para grupos de estudo e exploração pessoal: Esta edição é ideal para estudos em grupo, ambientes educacionais ou leitura pessoal, oferecendo um rico recurso para quem deseja se aprofundar nos mistérios dos apócrifos enoquianos e escritos relacionados.Detalhes do livroTexto originalTamanho da fonte 118,27" x 11,69" polegadasCapa foscaPor que este livro é essencial para você:O Apócrifos Enochianos fornece insights incomparáveis sobre o relacionamento entre Deus, a humanidade, os anjos e o cosmos. Esses textos antigos exploram o origens do mal, o queda dos anjose o papel da humanidade no plano divino. Ao compreender esses escritos, você obterá uma apreciação mais profunda da história espiritual, da justiça cósmica e da eterna luta entre a luz e as trevas.Se você está procurando insights espirituais mais profundos, estudando o raízes das tradições bíblicasou explorando literatura apocalíptica antiga, este livro fornecerá as ferramentas e o conhecimento para transformar sua compreensão desses textos místicos.“Pegue uma cópia agora!” antes de uma mudança no preço.Lembre-se, o Apócrifos Enochianos é uma obra oficial, mas esta edição comentada com características únicasé exclusivo para você.Não perca esta experiência única!Clique no "Comprar agora" botão e comece a explorar hoje! Read more

In the heart of the night, a legion of spiritual warriors arises, ready to confront the sinister forces that prowl in the darkness. "Prayers of the Midnight Warriors: A Midnight Warfare Handbook to Overcome Powers of Darkness and Disrupt Their Activities" is your definitive guide to becoming part of this formidable fellowship of believers. Awaken Your Inner Warrior: Discover the ancient and potent practice of midnight warfare, a divine calling to rise above the ordinary and engage in an extraordinary battle. Unleash your inner warrior and tap into the supernatural realm where your prayers become powerful weapons.Ignite the Midnight Fire: This handbook is not for the lukewarm. It's a blazing inferno of spiritual strategies, fiery prayers, and bold declarations that will set your faith ablaze. Ignite the midnight fire within you and watch as it consumes the powers of darkness.Armored for Battle: Learn to wear the full armor of God and wield the sword of the Spirit with precision. Plead the blood of Jesus for divine protection, break chains of bondage, and shatter strongholds. You'll be a spiritual force to be reckoned with.Midnight Miracles Await: As you engage in midnight warfare, be prepared for the miraculous. Experience supernatural dreams, divine revelations, and unexpected signs and wonders. The midnight hour holds secrets and treasures waiting to be uncovered.Transform Your Life: Beyond defeating the forces of darkness, this handbook will transform your entire spiritual journey. You'll walk in a deeper connection with God, be equipped to intercede for nations, and leave a legacy of light for generations to come."Prayers of the Midnight Warriors" is not just a book; it's a call to arms, an invitation to join a global community of believers who are taking the battle to the spiritual realm. If you're ready to break free from the chains of spiritual passivity, if you hunger for a deeper walk with God, and if you long to disrupt the activities of darkness in your life and the lives of others, then this handbook is your essential companion. It's time to become a Midnight Warrior and unleash the extraordinary in the midnight hour. Are you ready to answer the call? Read more

Are you ready to discover the secrets that the oldest and most complete Bibles hold?Have you ever wondered about the history and evolution of the Bible? Are you curious about the beliefs and practices of the communities that wrote and used these ancient texts? If yes, read till the end, and don't skip."Journey Through Time: The History and Significance of the Oldest and Most Complete Bibles" is an exciting and insightful look into the oldest and most complete copies of the Bible in existence.This book by Prof. Norman Bass takes you on a journey through time, exploring the history and significance of ancient texts such as the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Codex Sinaiticus, and others. It delves into the beliefs and practices of the communities that wrote and used these texts, as well as the cultural and historical context of the time in which they were written.This book provides a detailed look at the development of the biblical text over time, and how these ancient texts provide valuable data for understanding the history of the biblical text. It also explores how these texts provide insight into early Judaism and Christianity, and how they can offer a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical context of the time in which they were written.With easy-to-understand explanations and thought-provoking analysis, this book is perfect for anyone interested in the history and preservation of the Bible. It is written for scholars, students, and general readers who are interested in the history, preservation, and interpretation of the Bible.This book will change the way you think about the Bible and its origins.Get your copy today by clicking the BUY NOW button at the top of this page and join us on a journey through time. Read more