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Investing In Islamic Funds
by Noripah KamsoA guide to Islamic investment opportunities from the CEO of the world's leading Islamic finance bankOffering an insider's perspective on a rapidly growing sector of the financial industry, Investing in Islamic Funds details the basic principles of Islamic investing for Muslims and non-Muslims alike. It explains how Islamic equity and fixed-income products differ from traditional funds, and how they deliver excellent results while still conforming to Sharia principles. Using hard data from the last six years, the book also reveals how Islamic funds have offered predictable, reliable returns in volatile markets and turbulent financial times. For institutional investors as well as sophisticated individual investors, the book serves as an excellent introduction to the subject and surveys the full range of products available. Additionally, the book will arm financial services professionals with the knowledge they need to explain this new investment opportunity to clients.One of the few books available that offers comprehensive data on the performance of Islamic funds in addition to the underlying theory that governs themWritten by the CEO of CIMB-Principal Islamic Asset Management, the world's leading Islamic finance bankFeatures charts, case studies, comparative analysis, and a tabular data formatDebunks the misconceptions traditional investors may have about the profitability Islamic fundsFor professional and institutional investors, as well as private investors looking for new opportunities, Investing in Islamic Funds offers a much-needed primer on this fast-growing market.
Invincible Christianity: Empowered by the Word, Transformed by the Spirit
by Steven BriooksExperience Faith That Cannot Be Shaken—Power That Cannot Be Stopped!Step into the victorious, Spirit-empowered life God has designed for you. In Invincible Christianity, best-selling author, pastor and gifted teacher, Dr. Steven Brooks provides a practical guide to achieving unshakable faith, supernatural breakthrough, and divine empowerment.Through powerful biblical insights, compelling personal testimonies, and Spirit-led teaching, you’ll discover how to:• Activate faith as a dynamic force that unlocks miracles and overcomes every challenge• Experience the transformative power of speaking in tongues, breaking addictions, and aligning with God's will• Walk in the anointing that impacts health, finances, and relationships• Leverage modern tools and global influence to expand God’s kingdom• Live with supernatural peace, confidence, and boldnessThis book isn’t just about knowledge—it’s about powerful, life-changing application. Whether you’re a new believer or seasoned in faith, Invincible Christianity will equip you to rise above obstacles and experience the fullness of God’s promises.You can be empowered by the Word and transformed by the Spirit. Step into the supernatural life you were destined for!What Leading Theologians Are Saying:“Through his writing, Pastor Steven transmits no less than his very life. It is sacred—a holy impartation. As you open this book, approach it with reverence and a heart overflowing with thanksgiving to the Lord for such an extraordinary gift—a living gift to the body of Christ.” ~Father Geoffroy de Lestrange, Hermit Monk and Benedictine Parish Priest of 40 Years, Cerdon, France“This powerful volume is victory-based living made clear and simple. With scriptural authority and spiritual insight, believers will be speaking out their destiny to the amazement of this dark world. For those in my tradition, Pastor Steven embodies the spirit of St. Padre Pio, whose gifts have inspired us for decades. How lovely that God is uniting us all in fidelity, faith, and power!” ~Rev. Dr. Ronald Thomas, Ph. D. University of Cambridge in England, Associate Professor, Canonical Mandatum from the Diocese of Charlotte, TheologyDr. Steven Brooks is a best-selling author, dynamic minister, and renowned teacher of God’s Word, known for operating in signs, wonders, and miracles. His powerful yet lucid teachings equip believers to walk in unwavering faith and experience the supernatural. As the host of Pure Gold, a global television program reaching over 200 nations, he shares the gospel with clarity and conviction. His books, translated into multiple languages, impact lives worldwide, including underground churches in persecuted regions. With a doctorate in theology, Pastor Brooks is passionate about empowering believers to live victoriously, transformed by God’s love and power.
Invincible Wisdom: Quotations from the Scriptures, Saints, and Sages of All Times and Places
by William StoddartThe guiding idea of this book has been to gather together sayings, maxims, and aphorisms, which, in some respect or other are of profound and permanent spiritual value. Moreover, the net has been cast wide, with the result that the selected items are extremely variegated; for, in the present age, protective dividing walls have crumbled; the whole world has become our parish, and our gaze must now be universal. The quotations here presented were collected during the course of a lifetime. Each quotation was hand-picked for a particular purpose, and anything deemed superfluous was excluded. Wise and useful quotations are of course endless, but a selection is what it is and, far from being arbitrary, this anthology, taken as a whole, amounts to a succinct, but powerful, affirmation of "the True, the Good, and the Beautiful". This is its purpose-and may it bear fruit.
Invisible Acts of Power: The Divine Energy of a Giving Heart
by Caroline MyssFor more than two decades, internationally renowned pioneer in energy medicine Caroline Myss has been studying how people use their personal power. Through her special brand of spiritual insight and intuition, her popular workshops, and her bestselling books, Myss has helped hundreds of thousands of people meet the lifelong challenge of managing their spiritual energy and improving their lives. Now, in this inspiring new book, Myss expands her message about power in an entirely new spiritual direction. With characteristic originality, she explains how we become channels for divine grace and a conduit for miracles through kind, compassionate, generous actions, or, as she calls them, invisible acts of power. When we act compassionately, without a private agenda or expectation of credit or reward, God works invisibly, anonymously through us. And as we move from visible acts, such as giving a friend a helping hand, to invisible acts, such as prayer and healing, we undergo a profound journey of personal empowerment. The myriad simple but profound ways that people connect to create small miracles, gain a greater sense of spirituality, and transform their own -- and others' -- lives in an instant will inspire you to your own invisible acts of power...and attract them to you.
Invisible Boy: A Memoir of Self-Discovery (Truth To Power Ser.)
by Harrison MooneyA narrative that amplifies a voice rarely heard—that of the child at the centre of a transracial adoption—and a searing account of being raised by religious fundamentalistsHarrison Mooney was born to a West African mother and adopted as an infant by a white evangelical family. Growing up as a Black child, Harry’s racial identity is mocked and derided, while at the same time he is made to participate in the fervour of his family’s revivalist church. Confused and crushed by fundamentalist dogma and consistently abused for his colour, Harry must transition from child to young adult while navigating and surviving zealotry, paranoia and prejudice.After years of internalized anti-Blackness, Harry begins to redefine his terms and reconsider his history. His journey from white cult to Black consciousness culminates in a moving reunion with his biological mother, who waited twenty-five years for the chance to tell her son the truth: she wanted to keep him.This powerful memoir considers the controversial practice of transracial adoption from the perspective of families that are torn apart and children who are stripped of their culture, all in order to fill evangelical communities’ demand for babies. Throughout this most timely tale of race, religion and displacement, Harrison Mooney’s wry, evocative prose renders his deeply personal tale of identity accessible and light, giving us a Black coming-of-age narrative set in a world with little love for Black children.
Invisible Boy: A Memoir of Self-Discovery (Truth to Power)
by Harrison MooneyAn unforgettable coming-of-age memoir about a Black boy adopted into a white, Christian fundamentalist familyPerfect for fans of Educated, Punch Me Up to the Gods, and Surviving the White Gaze&“An affecting portrait of life inside the twin prisons of racism and unbending orthodoxy.&” --Kirkus ReviewsA powerful, experiential journey from white cult to Black consciousness: Harrison Mooney&’s riveting story of self-discovery lifts the curtain on the trauma of transracial adoption and the internalized antiblackness at the heart of the white evangelical Christian movement.Inspired by Ralph Ellison&’s Invisible Man the same way Ta-Nehisi Coates&’s Between the World and Me was inspired by James Baldwin, Harrison Mooney&’s debut memoir will captivate readers with his powerful gift for storytelling, his keen eye for insight and observation, and his wry sense of humor.As an adopted and homeschooled Black boy with ADHD at white fundamentalist Christian churches and tent revivals, Mooney was raised amid a swirl of conflicting and confusing messages and beliefs. Within that radical and racist right-wing bubble along the U.S. border in Canada's Bible Belt, Harrison was desperate to belong and to be "visible" to those around him.But before ultimately finding his own path, Harrison must first come to understand that the forces at work in his life were not supernatural, but the same trauma and systemic violence that has terrorized Black families for generations. Reconnecting with his birth mother--and understanding her journey--leads Harrison to a new connection with himself: the eyes looking down were my true mother&’s eyes, and the face was my true mother&’s face, and for the first time in my life, I saw that I was beautiful.
Invisible City: A Novel (Rebekah Roberts Novels #1)
by Julia Dahl“An absolutely crackling, unputdownable mystery told by a narrator with one big, booming voice. I loved it.” —Gillian Flynn, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Gone GirlOne of The Boston Globe’s Best Books of the YearIn her riveting debut, journalist Julia Dahl—a finalist for the Edgar and Mary Higgins Clark Awards—introduces a compelling new character in search of the truth about a murder and an understanding of her own heritage Just months after Rebekah Roberts was born, her mother, an Hasidic Jew from Brooklyn, abandoned her Christian boyfriend and newborn baby to return to her religion. Neither Rebekah nor her father have heard from her since. Now a recent college graduate, Rebekah has moved to New York City to follow her dream of becoming a big-city reporter. But she’s also drawn to the idea of being closer to her mother, who might still be living in the Hasidic community in Brooklyn.Then Rebekah is called to cover the story of a murdered Hasidic woman. Rebekah’s shocked to learn that, because of the NYPD’s habit of kowtowing to the powerful ultra-Orthodox community, not only will the woman be buried without an autopsy, her killer may get away with murder. Rebekah can’t let the story end there. But getting to the truth won’t be easy—even as she immerses herself in the cloistered world where her mother grew up, it’s clear that she’s not welcome, and everyone she meets has a secret to keep from an outsider.“Fast-paced, suspenseful . . . rises above the crime-novel genre in its unusual psychological, spiritual and sociological dimensions, entering a world unfamiliar to most people.” —The Washington Post
Invisible Companions: Encounters with Imaginary Friends, Gods, Ancestors, and Angels (Spiritual Phenomena)
by J. Bradley WiggerFrom the US to Nepal, author J. Bradley Wigger travels five countries on three continents to hear children describe their invisible friends—one-hundred-year-old robins and blue dogs, dinosaurs and teapots, pretend families and shape-shifting aliens—companions springing from the deep well of childhood imagination. Drawing on these interviews, as well as a new wave of developmental research, he finds a fluid and flexible quality to the imaginative mind that is central to learning, co-operation, and paradoxically, to real-world rationality. Yet Wigger steps beyond psychological territory to explore the religious significance of the kind of mind that develops relationships with invisible beings. Alongside Cinderella the blue dog, Quack-Quack the duck, and Dino the dinosaur are angels, ancestors, spirits, and gods. What he uncovers is a profound capacity in the religious imagination to see through the surface of reality to more than meets the eye. Punctuated throughout by children's colorful drawings of their see-through interlocutors, the book is highly engaging and alternately endearing, moving, and humorous. Not just for parents or for those who work with children, Invisible Companions will appeal to anyone interested in our mind's creative and spiritual possibilities.
Invisible Jesus: A Book about Leaving the Church and Looking for Christ
by Scot McKnight Tommy Preson PhillipsIn recent years, we've seen an increase in the number of Christians who are "deconstructing" their faith, critically analyzing Christianity and finding that it falls short. Many end up leaving behind the beliefs and commitments they formerly held. While many have written on how to reverse this trend, Scot McKnight and Tommy Preson Phillips believe that rather than dismissing these concerns we need to listen more carefully.Deconstructors are uncovering serious weaknesses in today's church--a renewed fundamentalism, toxic leadership, and legalistic thinking among them. Utilizing the results of recent studies by Pew, Gallup, and others, McKnight and Phillips take a careful look at what deconstructors are really saying, seeking to better understand why many are shedding elements of the faith and church of their youth but also engaging in a reconstruction process, finding Jesus afresh. They are losing their religion, but not losing Jesus.Filled with stories of those who have walked the path of deconstruction without losing their faith, Invisible Jesus is a prophetic call to examine ourselves and discern if the faith we practice and the church we belong to is really representative of the Jesus we follow. Each chapter looks at a different topic and offers biblical reflections that call for us to not only better listen, but to change how we live out our faith as followers of Jesus today.
Invisible Martyrs: Inside the Secret World of Female Islamic Radicals
by Farhana QaziFarhana Qazi draws on her background as a pioneering counterterrorism professional and a devout Muslim to offer an insider's view of what drives girls and women to join radical Islamic movements and how we can keep them from making this terrible choice.The first Muslim woman to work for the US government's Counterterrorism Center, Qazi found herself fascinated, even obsessed, by the phenomenon of female extremists. Why, she wondered, would a girl from Denver join ISIS, a radical movement known for its mistreatment of women? Why would a teenage Iraqi girl strap on a suicide bomb and detonate it?From Kashmir to Iraq to Afghanistan to Colorado to London, she discovered women of different backgrounds who all had their own reason for joining these movements. Some were confused, others had been taken advantage of, and some were just as radical and dedicated as their male counterparts. But in each case, Qazi found their choices were driven by a complex interaction of culture, context, and capability that was unique to each woman.This book reframes their stories so readers can see these girls and women as they truly are: females exploited by men. Through hearing their voices and sharing their journeys Qazi gained powerful insights not only into what motivated these women but also into the most effective ways to combat terrorism—and about herself as well. “Through them,” Qazi writes, “I discovered intervention strategies that are slowly helping women hold on to faith as they struggle with versions of orthodox Islam polluted by extremist interpretations. And in the process, I discovered a gentle Islam and more about myself as a woman of faith.”
Invisible Terror Collection
by Bill MyersIn Volume 2 of the bestselling Forbidden Doors fiction series, author Bill Myers presents books 4-6-The Haunting, The Guardian, and The Encounter-which keep readers on the edge of their seats as he tells stories about the young adults who battle dangerous occultic influences in their lives. Biblical truths about spiritual warfare have never been so suspenseful and entertaining.
Invisible Weapons: Liturgy and the Making of Crusade Ideology
by M. Cecilia GaposchkinThroughout the history of the Crusades, liturgical prayer, masses, and alms were all marshaled in the fight against Muslim armies. In Invisible Weapons, M. Cecilia Gaposchkin focuses on the ways in which Latin Christians communicated their ideas and aspirations for crusade to God through liturgy, how public worship was deployed, and how prayers and masses absorbed the ideals and priorities of crusading. Placing religious texts and practices within the larger narrative of crusading, Gaposchkin offers a new understanding of a crucial facet in the culture of holy war.
Invisibles
by Fabián LiendoMuchos han intentado cambiar al mundo pero sino estamos dispuestos a dar la vida, no vale de nada lo que hacemos. Fabián Liendo te desafiará a mirar más allá de la comodidad de tu iglesia o comunidad. No sirve de nada dar lo que te sobra. Debes entregarte por completo a la causa que Dios te ha llamado.En este libro encontrarás una reflexión profunda y poco tradicional de quienes están transformando el mundo desde lo que no vemos. Serás inspirado a la acción, al servicio y a la justicia social a fin de reformar la realidad que vivimos. Fabián, te retará a despertar del sueño y ver que los > están cambiando el mundo y tú querrás ser uno de ellos.
Invitation
by David HoffmeisterBased on an interview of David Hoffmeister by Penelope Chatterton from the TV series &“Awake in the Dream&”. Everything we explore together is for the whole universe. &“Where two or more are gathered… I am there.&” We want to go into this with such great depth and certainty that we can let go of the &“two or more&” and just feel the Presence of I AM.
Invitation To A Journey: A Road Map For Spiritual Formation
by Ruth Haley Barton M. Robert MulhollandM. Robert Mulholland Jr. defines spiritual formation as "the process of being formed in the image of Christ for the sake of others. " Compact and solid, this definition encompasses the dynamics of a vital Christian life and counters our culture's tendency to make spirituality a trivial matter or reduce it to a private affair between "me and Jesus. "In Invitation to a Journey, Mulholland helps Christians new and old understand that we become like Christ gradually, not instantly. Not every personality is suited to an early morning quiet time, so Mulholland frees different personality types to express their piety differently. He reviews the classical spiritual disciplines and demonstrates the importance of undertaking our spiritual journey with (and for the sake of) others. This road map for spiritual formation is profoundly biblical and down to earth. In the finest tradition of spiritual literature, it is a vital help to Christians at any stage of their journey. This edition is revised and expanded by Ruth Haley Barton with a new foreword, spiritual practices and study guide, to provide spiritual direction for individuals and groups seeking spiritual companionship for one another on the journey of transformation.
Invitation To Asian Religions
by Richard Shek Jeffrey Brodd Robert Platzner Layne Little Erin Stiles Bradley NystromFeaturing a unique, consistent, and modular chapter structure - "Teachings," "History," and "Way of Life" - and numerous pedagogical features, Invitation to Asian Religions invites students to explore Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Chinese religions (Confucianism and Daoism), and Shintowith respect and a sense of wonder. This chapter structure enables students to navigate each religion in a consistent and systematic way and helps students to make comparisons between religions. The book describes the essential features of each religion and shows how the religions have responded tobasic human needs and to the cultural contexts in which they developed. The authors also encourage students to develop an appreciation for what religious beliefs and practices actually mean to their adherents. Also available to suit your course needs: Invitation to World Religions, Second Edition: 978-0-19-937836-4 Invitation to Western Religions: 978-0-19-021127-1
Invitation To The New Testament: First Things
by Ben WitheringtonWriting with his usual flair and reader-friendly style, renowned scholar, author, and lecturer Ben Witherington III offers a balanced approach to the New Testament in this faith-friendly introductory text. An ideal textbook for college survey courses, this volume is also captivating reading for seminary students and general readers. <P><P> FEATURES <P><P>* Numerous dynamic color photos keep students engaged <P><P>* Maps and charts provide visual overviews at a glance <P><P>* Marginal definitions bring students up to speed on new concepts <P><P>* Chapter-ending study questions review key ideas and encourage reflection <P><P>* First-century quotations expose students to the world of the New Testament <P><P>* "A Closer Look" boxes cover more advanced topics
Invitation To The Psychology Of Religion, Third Edition
by Raymond F. PaloutzianThe leading undergraduate psychology of religion text, this engaging book synthesizes cutting-edge theories and findings into an accessible account enlivened by personal reflections and contemporary examples. Raymond F. Paloutzian offers an authoritative overview of theoretical and empirical foundations; experiential, developmental, personality, and sociocultural dimensions of religion and spirituality; and clinical implications. Students are also given food for thought about bigger questions--how religion influences their own lives; what beliefs or values they hold most dear; and how to live in a multicultural, multireligious world. Each chapter opens with a brief topic outline and concludes with "Take-Home Messages" and suggestions for further reading.
Invitation To World Religions
by Richard Shek Jeffrey Brodd Robert Platzner Layne Little Brad Nystrom Erin StilesThe book describes the essential features of each religion and shows how the religions have responded to basic human needs and to the cultural contexts in which they developed. The authors also encourage students to develop an appreciation for what religious beliefs and practices actually mean to their adherents.
Invitation To World Religions
by Richard Shek Jeffrey Brodd Robert Platzner Layne Little Erin Stiles Bradley NystromFeaturing a unique, consistent, and modular chapter structure--"Teachings," "History," and "Way of Life"--and numerous pedagogical features, Invitation to World Religions invites students to explore the world's great religions with respect and a sense of wonder. This chapter structure enables students to navigate each religion in a consistent and systematic way and helps students to make comparisons between religions. The book describes the essential features of each religion and shows how they have responded to basic human needs and to the cultural contexts in which they developed. The authors also encourage students to develop an appreciation for what religious beliefs and practices actually mean to their adherents.
Invitation To World Religions
by Richard Shek Jeffrey Brodd Robert Platzner Layne Little Erin Stiles Bradley P. NystromFeaturing a unique, consistent, and modular chapter structure--"Teachings," "History," and "Way of Life"--and numerous pedagogical features, Invitation to World Religions, Third Edition, invites students to explore the world's great religions with respect and a sense of wonder. <P><P>This chapter structure enables students to navigate each religion in a consistent and systematic way and to make comparisons between religions. <P><P>The book describes the essential features of each religion and shows how they have responded to basic human needs and to the cultural contexts in which they developed. <P><P>The authors also encourage students to develop an appreciation for what religious beliefs and practices actually mean to their adherents.
Invitation to Biblical Interpretation: Exploring the Hermeneutical Triad of History, Literature, and Theology (Invitation to Theological Studies)
by Andreas KöstenbergerAn authoritative guide to accurately interpreting and applying God's WordIn this second edition of Invitation to Biblical Interpretation, Andreas Kostenberger leads the reader step-by-step through the process of interpreting and applying God's Word.The primary principle is the hermeneutical triad, which consists of history, literature, and theology. Readers are equipped to explore the historical background of a biblical passage, analyze its literary genre and features, and derive its theological meaning in light of the biblical canon. Numerous examples are provided throughout to illustrate the concepts. A concluding chapter provides direction on practical application, preaching, and helpful tools for Bible study.Additional features include key words and definitions at the end of each chapter, study questions, and practical exercises for applying the material. An appendix lists numerous resources for Bible study, including recommended commentaries for every book of the Bible.The second edition updates these resources, as well as the sources cited throughout, and includes a revised chapter on the Old Testament canon. Instructors, students, pastors, and anyone who desires to interpret Scripture accurately will find this volume to be an indispensable addition to their library.
Invitation to Biblical Theology: Exploring the Shape, Storyline, and Themes of Scripture (Invitation to Theological Studies Series)
by Jeremy M. Kimble Ched SpellmanInvitation to Biblical Theology provides a thorough overview of biblical theology that is accessible for those new to the topic but substantial enough for advanced study. Defining biblical theology as the study of the whole Bible on its own terms, Jeremy Kimble and Ched Spellman begin with a brief history of the discipline followed by a survey of contemporary approaches. They then lay out their own approach, built on the framework of the canon, the covenants, and Christ. Taking God's plan of redemption in Christ as the uniting theme of Scripture, Kimble and Spellman survey the grand storyline of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, showing how each division of the canon moves the overarching story forward. The following ten chapters survey central and recurring themes of Scripture including kingdom, worship, Messiah and atonement, God's glory, and mission. The authors conclude with reflections on how biblical theology can serve the church as well as the academy.
Invitation to Christian Ethics: Moral Reasoning And Contemporary Issues (Invitation to Theological Studies)
by Ken MagnusonA comprehensive introduction to Christian ethics addressing today’s most challenging moral issuesInvitation to Christian Ethics is an indispensable guide for helping pastors, counselors, and everyday Christians navigate today’s difficult moral questions. Readers will benefit from Ken Magnuson’s survey of ethics from a biblical perspective as well as contemporary theories of moral reasoning. This survey is followed by twelve chapters devoted to some of the thorniest issues Christians encounter today, such as: • Sexuality, including homosexuality, sexual identity, and gender• Marriage and divorce• Infertility and assisted reproductive technologies• Abortion• Physician-assisted suicide• Race relations• Creation care• Capital punishment• Just war, pacifism, and the use of lethal forceMagnuson provides biblical insight into each topic and presents key moral considerations. He also answers specific, practical questions that arise and concludes with a summary of his recommended approach to each issue. Readers will learn how to grapple with difficult moral questions and will receive guidance for some of life’s most challenging ethical conundrums.
Invitation to Educational Ministry: Foundations of Transformative Christian Education (Invitation To Theological Studies)
by George M. Hillman Sue G. EdwardsThis volume will help church staff, parachurch leaders, and small-group teachers become more effective, influential, and creative. After laying a biblical and practical foundation for Christian education, the contributors provide specific guidance on teaching a variety of individuals and groups, including children, adults, singles, seniors, and non-Christians. The final section shares valuable insights on leading small groups, teaching innovatively, and overseeing a healthy educational ministry, among other topics. Each chapter is designed to equip educators with the most relevant information, and includes many useful features: Real-life case studies; Scriptural support; Explanations of key terms and concepts; Practical suggestions; Resources for additional study; Sidebars illustrating best principles and practices.