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Street Zen: The Life and Work of Issan Dorsey
by David SchneiderDrag queen. Prostitute. Drug addict. American bodhisattva.These words describe the unlikely persona of Issan Dorsey, one of the most beloved teachers to emerge in American Zen. From his early days as a gorgeous female impersonator to the LSD experiences that set him on the spiritual path, Issan's life was never conventional. In 1989, after twenty years of Zen practice, he became the Founding Abbot of San Francisco's Hartford Street Zen Center, where he established Maitri Hospice for AIDS patients. Featuring Bernie Glassman's foreword to the second edition, as well as a new foreword by Koshin Paley Ellison, Street Zen paints a vivid portrait of a teacher whose creativity, honesty, joy, and compassion awakened new possibilities for American Buddhism.
Strega Nona's Gift
by Tomie dePaolaIn Strega Nona's village, the holiday season is a time of celebrations - and nothing says celebration like a feast! All the kitchens are bustling from the Feast of San Nicola, when the children choose the food, to the Feast of Epiphany, when someone gets to be king or queen for the day. Even the animals share in the holiday spirit, and when Big Anthony smells the delicious treats Strega Nona is cooking for them, he decides that just a taste couldn't hurt, right? Wrong! Big Anthony gets his just desserts, while Strega Nona surprises everyone with a special gift. Starring two of Tomie dePaola's best-loved characters, this funny story features beautiful art, introduces young readers to Italian holiday traditions, and lands Big Anthony in yet another silly predicament that will delight fans young and old.
Streitfrage Prävention: Ambivalente Logiken in staatlich geförderten Projekten gegen islamistisch begründete Radikalisierung (Islam in der Gesellschaft)
by Leonie ThalDebatten um Radikalisierung und islamistisch begründeten Extremismus sind aus der deutschen Politik und Medienlandschaft nicht mehr wegzudenken, während die Bundesregierung umfangreiche Programme zur Förderung von Präventionsarbeit aufsetzt. Die Studie nimmt mit einer empirisch fundierten Analyse die Prävention von islamistisch begründeter Radikalisierung in Deutschland in den Blick. Sie gibt auf Basis einer ethnografischen Untersuchung des Bundesprogramms "Demokratie leben!" in Bremen und Bayern Einblicke in die Praxis und Logik der Präventionsarbeit und hinterfragt kritisch die Struktur der aktuellen Präventionspolitik. Die Arbeit beleuchtet sowohl die Ebene der administrativen Steuerung und der Strukturen der Präventionspolitik als auch die der Praxis von Sicherheitsbehörden und zivilgesellschaftlichen Initiativen. Aus dieser Perspektive problematisiert sie grundlegende Konzepte wie Radikalisierung, Extremismus und Prävention. Ein zentrales Ergebnis der Analyse ist, dass die Präventionspraxis von drei zentralen, ambivalenten Logiken geprägt ist: der Logik der Ökonomisierung, der Versicherheitlichung und des antimuslimischen Rassismus. Diese Logiken verursachen Widersprüche in der Präventionsarbeit, die dazu führen, dass die Radikalisierungsprävention in ihrer Wirksamkeit massiv eingeschränkt wird und teilweise sogar ihren selbstgesteckten Zielen zuwiderläuft. In Konsequenz daraus fordert diese Studie letztlich eine Neuausrichtung der Präventionsarbeit, indem die Regelstrukturen sozialer Arbeit gestärkt werden. Damit leistet sie einen wertvollen Beitrag zur aktuellen Debatte über die Möglichkeiten und Grenzen der Radikalisierungsprävention in Deutschland.
Strength and Valor: Into Thin Air\Targeted (K-9 Unit)
by Becky Avella Mary Ellen PorterEnjoy two action-packed page-turners featuring K-9 crime-stoppers solving thrilling mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat!Facing their greatest fears…Into Thin AirWhen a child is abducted in front of Laney Kensington, she and her dog desperately try to save the girl. But Laney is shot and left for dead, the kidnappers and the girl long gone. FBI agent Grayson DeMarco explains she’s the only witness to a worldwide child-trafficking ring. And if the kidnappers discover she’s alive, they’ll be back to finish the job. But the threat is even closer than he imagined…TargetedWhen photos of Stephanie O’Brien are found in a serial killer’s home, it’s clear that she’s the next intended victim. She has nowhere to hide, nowhere to run—except to K-9 cop Rick Powell. Rick will do anything to protect the innocent teacher, but he’s never faced an opponent so cunning. One who won’t stop till he has his victim right where he wants her…six feet under.
Strength for All Seasons: A Mom's Devotional of Powerful Verses and Prayers
by Julie LavenderA mom&’s devotional of strength-bearing prayers and verses for overcoming the stress and difficulties of life and motherhoodIn Strength for All Seasons, author Julie Lavender is beautifully candid about the difficulties of motherhood and offers encouragement and wisdom based on God&’s most powerful words, reminding weary moms that he is the ultimate source of strength and resilience. This thoughtful weekly devotional gives moms the grace and space to go at their own pace and reflect on both celebrations and challenges while staying grounded in God&’s truths. The seasons of motherhood are ever-changing with peaks and valleys and ebbs and flows, but the one thing moms can consistently count on is God. • 52 WEEKS OF TRUTH-BEARING PRAYERS AND DEVOTIONS—cherry-picked verses of God&’s most powerful living words are meant to transform, inspire, and motivate moms to seek God no matter the situation or circumstance • REFLECTION QUESTIONS FOR RECEIVING GOD&’S TRUTHS—each devotion ends with thought-provoking questions that give moms the opportunity to reflect on the lessons and truths that God is trying to convey • WRITTEN FOR MOMS OF ALL AGES AND LIFE STAGES—no matter your age or what stage you are in, each devotion reinforces that God is with you every step of your parenting journey • REAL STRUGGLES OF MOTHERHOOD—from mom burnout and guilt to hurtful comparisons, perfectionism, body images, and lack of self-care, this devotional deeply explores the struggles that moms wrestle with the most while reassuring moms that God knows their worth and chose them to raise and care for their children
Strength for Each Day: 365 Devotions to Make Every Day a Great Day
by Joyce MeyerDiscover a powerful and positive mindset each day of the year with uplifting insights and motivational Bible verses provided by #1 New York Times bestselling author Joyce Meyer.Find new mercies and blessings each day when you spend time with God: reading His Word, listening, and praying for His direction. When you do, God will strengthen and enable you to handle life peacefully and wisely instead of merely trying to get through the day. He will renew your strength and empower you to bear up under trials with patience, so you can experience them with a good attitude. Maintaining a positive view in the midst of something unpleasant is the key to victory, and it enables you to enjoy the journey!With the constant demands and pressures of daily life, it can be hard to regularly pause to be with and listen to God's voice. Joyce's practical teaching format in this 365-day devotional will encourage you to take the time for yourself so that you can receive Strength for Each Day!
Strength for Each Day: 365 Devotions to Make Every Day a Great Day
by Joyce MeyerDiscover a powerful and positive mindset each day of the year with uplifting insights and motivational Bible verses provided by #1 New York Times bestselling author Joyce Meyer.Find new mercies and blessings each day when you spend time with God: reading His Word, listening, and praying for His direction. When you do, God will strengthen and enable you to handle life peacefully and wisely instead of merely trying to get through the day. He will renew your strength and empower you to bear up under trials with patience, so you can experience them with a good attitude. Maintaining a positive view in the midst of something unpleasant is the key to victory, and it enables you to enjoy the journey!With the constant demands and pressures of daily life, it can be hard to regularly pause to be with and listen to God's voice. Joyce's practical teaching format in this 365-day devotional will encourage you to take the time for yourself so that you can receive Strength for Each Day!
Strength for the Battle: Wisdom and Insight to Equip You for Spiritual Warfare
by Francis FrangipanePursue holiness, engage in effective spiritual warfare, and find strength to stand against the enemy. This book of daily readings will help you learn that spiritual warfare begins with holiness as you examine the three arenas of spiritual warfare that every maturing Christian will face: the mind, the church, and the invisible spiritual realm. You will find strength to stand against the enemy by focusing on: • Areas of darkness in their hearts that the Lord wants to expose • Unity and love—two keys that unlock the power of God to move • Jesus and the power He gives to contend in the heavenly realm This balanced, biblical view of spiritual warfare will arm you with the discernment, wisdom, and insight you need for taking ground in your life and contending with unseen spiritual forces all around you.
Strength for the Broken Places
by James A. HarnishJames A. Harnish, from the Introduction: “I’m broken. So are you. We’re all broken people who live in a broken world. The critical question is, how do we find strength to put broken things back together again? This book is an invitation to touch the scars that mark the broken places in our lives, in the same way the risen Christ invited a doubting disciple to touch the nail scars in his hands. It is a challenge to explore some of the dark places in our human experience, to uncover the sinister power of sin, and to experience the way the grace of God meets us in our broken places to bring new life.”
Strength for the Cancer Journey: 30 Days of Inspiration, Encouragement, and Comfort
by Deborah BarrThough the Road is Long, You Don&’t Have to Walk AloneThere&’s nothing easy about having cancer. For most people, cancer is a hard, reluctant journey through rugged, unfamiliar terrain. Ultimately, however, there are really only two ways to face cancer: in our own strength or with the help and strength that God supplies. Strength for the Cancer Journey provides empathetic, daily reminders that God is present for anyone facing the challenges of cancer. Each of these thirty devotionals draws upon anecdotes and insights from God&’s Word to help readers invite God into the realities, uncertainties, and frustrations of their cancer experience. While cancer is a journey no one wants to take, no one ever has to walk that road alone. This devotional book will help both patients and caregivers to engage deeply with God, gaining new strength for the cancer journey.
Strength for the Cancer Journey: 30 Days of Inspiration, Encouragement, and Comfort
by Deborah BarrThough the Road is Long, You Don&’t Have to Walk AloneThere&’s nothing easy about having cancer. For most people, cancer is a hard, reluctant journey through rugged, unfamiliar terrain. Ultimately, however, there are really only two ways to face cancer: in our own strength or with the help and strength that God supplies. Strength for the Cancer Journey provides empathetic, daily reminders that God is present for anyone facing the challenges of cancer. Each of these thirty devotionals draws upon anecdotes and insights from God&’s Word to help readers invite God into the realities, uncertainties, and frustrations of their cancer experience. While cancer is a journey no one wants to take, no one ever has to walk that road alone. This devotional book will help both patients and caregivers to engage deeply with God, gaining new strength for the cancer journey.
Strength for the Fight: The Life and Faith of Jackie Robinson (Library of Religious Biography (LRB))
by Gary Scott SmithHow faith sustained Jackie Robinson—both as an athlete and as an activist. The integration of Major League Baseball in 1947 was a triumph. But it was also a fight. As the first Black major leaguer since the 1880s, Jackie Robinson knew he was not going to be welcomed into America&’s pastime with open arms. Anticipating hostility, he promised Brooklyn Dodgers general manager Branch Rickey that he would &“turn the other cheek&” during his first years in the league, despite his fiercely competitive disposition. Robinson later said that his faith in God had sustained him—giving him the strength he needed to play the game he loved at the highest level without retaliating against the abuse inflicted upon him by opposing players and fans. Faith was a key component of Robinson&’s life, but not in the way we see it with many prominent Christian athletes today. Whereas the Tim Tebows and Clayton Kershaws of the sports world emphasize personal spirituality, Robinson found inspiration in the Bible&’s teachings on human dignity and social justice. He grew up a devout Methodist (a heritage he shared with Branch Rickey) and identified with the theological convictions and social concerns of many of his fellow mainline Protestants—especially those of the Black church. While he humbly stated that he could not claim to be a deeply religious man, he spoke frequently in African American congregations and described a special affinity he and other Black Christians felt for the biblical character Job, who had also kept faith despite suffering and injustice. In his eulogy for Robinson, Jesse Jackson described Robinson as a &“co-partner of God,&” who lived out his faith in his civil rights activism, both during and after his baseball career. Robinson&’s faith will resonate with many Christians who believe, as he did, that &“a person can be quite religious and at the same time militant in the defense of his ideals.&” This religious biography of Robinson chronicles the important role of faith in his life, from his childhood to his groundbreaking baseball career through his transformative civil rights work, and, in the process, helps to humanize the man who has become a mythic figure in both sports history and American culture.
Strength for the Journey: Day By Day With Jesus
by Joseph M. StowellSpiritual nourishment for the day-to-day journey. The Christian life is a journey filled with mountaintops and valleys. As the Christian experiences the ups and downs of this walk, a common prayer is 'Lord, give me strength.' Joseph Stowell, President of The Moody Bible Institute, presents this enriching devotional overflowing with spiritual challenges, thought-provoking questions, and keen biblical insights. Through six devotionals each week, and a Psalm for the seventh day, the reader's faith will be nourished and his spirit refreshed. As a gentle guide, Dr. Stowell spurs readers on to consistently turn to the Word of God for sustenance on this lifelong pilgrimage.
Strength for the Journey: Day By Day With Jesus
by Joseph M. StowellSpiritual nourishment for the day-to-day journey. The Christian life is a journey filled with mountaintops and valleys. As the Christian experiences the ups and downs of this walk, a common prayer is 'Lord, give me strength.' Joseph Stowell, President of The Moody Bible Institute, presents this enriching devotional overflowing with spiritual challenges, thought-provoking questions, and keen biblical insights. Through six devotionals each week, and a Psalm for the seventh day, the reader's faith will be nourished and his spirit refreshed. As a gentle guide, Dr. Stowell spurs readers on to consistently turn to the Word of God for sustenance on this lifelong pilgrimage.
Strength for the Moment: Inspiration for Caregivers
by Lori HoganThe role of the family caregiver is very rewarding, but being a caregiver can also be physically and emotionally exhausting. Caregivers often feel overwhelmed by their work and the demands of those receiving their care, and these demands touch every aspect of their lives. Still, despite the challenges, millions of family caregivers provide care to many of the 36 million seniors living in the United States. AARP counts 65.7 million caregivers in America today--almost one-third of the adult U.S. population. Strength for the Moment responds to the needs of these special people who give of themselves to help their loved ones maintain quality of life in the home. Combining inspiring stories, prayer and scripture, and practical advice, this book provides much needed encouragement, emotional nourishment, and affirmation. Home care is a challenge, but it can ultimately be a deeply rewarding experience. Strength for the Moment promises to inspire caregivers and helps them face each day refreshed in their thinking and prepared to provide the best care for those they love the most.
Strength in Darkness
by John of the Cross Margaret Charles KerryHow will I get through this? Will I ever feel God's love again? Prayer, once filled with insight and consolation, now feels routine. When all roads seem impassable where do you turn? John of the Cross offers you his wise counsel as a roadmap through rough terrain. St. John of the Cross is the author of the best-selling classic Dark Night of the Soul.
Strength in Faith Devotional: A 52-Week Inspirational Book for Men
by Brandan RobertsonStrengthen your connection to God—a year of powerful devotions for menEven in the busiest week, there's always a moment to connect with God. Tap into the Bible's life-transforming wisdom with the Strength in Faith Devotional. This men's devotional goes beyond other inspirational books for men with 52 weeks of Scripture passages, insightful stories, and practical lessons. Explore the Bible's teachings in your everyday life—and strengthen your connection with God.Each week begins with a Scripture reading and accompanying essay. Explore themes you won't find in other inspirational books for men, like "The Forgiveness Factor," "Wage Peace," "The Comparison Trap," and "Servant Leadership"—to guide you through issues at work, relationships, and home.Inside this standout among inspirational books for men, you'll find:A year in faith—52 devotions provide easy weekly structure; with no start date, you can move at your own pace.Writing and reflection—Jot down your thoughts at the end of each devotional—this engaging choice in inspirational books for men includes dedicated space to write.Take it away—Helpful summaries after each devotion give you concrete suggestions for applying the week's lesson to your life.With a year of devotionals to challenge and support you, Strength in Faith Devotional is everything inspirational books for men should be.
Strength in Stillness: The Power of Transcendental Meditation
by Bob RothInstant New York Times Bestseller A simple, straightforward exploration of Transcendental Meditation and its benefits from world authority Bob Roth.Oprah Winfrey and Jerry Seinfeld. Ray Dalio and Ellen DeGeneres. Gwyneth Paltrow and Howard Stern. Tom Hanks and Gisele Bündchen. What do they have in common? The answer is a Transcendental Meditation teacher named Bob Roth, who has spent the past fifty years helping many thousands of people access their innate creativity and power through this simple, nonreligious technique. Roth&’s students range from titans of business and the arts to federal prisoners, from war-scarred veterans to overworked moms and dads. Medical experts agree that the epidemic of stress is damaging our physical and emotional health at younger and younger ages. While there is no one single cure, the Transcendental Meditation technique is a simple practice that dramatically changes how we respond to stress and life&’s challenges. With scientifically proven benefits— reduced stress and anxiety, and improved focus, sleep, resilience, creativity, and memory, to name a few—this five-thousand-year-old technique has a clear and direct impact on our very modern problems. Once a skeptic, Roth trained under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the twentieth century&’s foremost scientist of consciousness and meditation, and has since become one of the most experienced and sought-after meditation teachers in the world. In Strength in Stillness, Roth breaks down the science behind Transcendental Meditation in a new, accessible way. He highlights the three distinct types of meditation—Focused Attention, Open Monitoring, and Self-Transcending—and showcases the evidence that the third, Self-Transcending, or Transcendental Meditation, is a uniquely accessible, effective, and efficient way to reduce stress, access inner power, and build resilience. Free of gimmicks, mystical verbiage, and obscure theory, Strength in Stillness offers a clear explanation for how Transcendental Meditation can calm the mind, body, and spirit.
Strength in Weakness: Healing Sexual and Relational Brokenness
by Andrew ComiskeyHelp and hope for men . . .undermined by silent fathersharassed by pornography and sexual temptationafraid of failing those they love mostangered by past relationships with womenHelp and hope for women . . .lost in their relationships with othersbetrayed by fathers, husbands or male leaderswounded by sexual assaultparalyzed by self-hatredStrength in Weakness
Strength in the Storm
by Eknath EaswaranStress and anxiety affect many of us as we struggle with work pressures, money worries, strained relationships, and the nagging sense that life may be running out of our control. But in the midst of chaos we can find balance, peace, and even wisdom, Easwaran says, if we learn to steady our minds. It's a simple idea, but one that runs deep - a truly calm mind can weather any storm.A highly respected teacher of meditation, Eknath Easwaran offers a wealth of insights, real-life stories and practical suggestions to help us try something more successful next time we're facing our stressors. He explains how to use a mantram (or mantra) to quiet the mind. He describes how to slow down and stay in the present, improve creativity and concentration, shed anxieties and resentments, strengthen our relationships, and stay kind and strong when faced with conflicts, supporting those around us.We learn to calm the mind through practice - there's no magic about it. We can't control what life throws at us, but we can learn to access the courage, patience, and compassion that we need to ride the waves of life minute-by-minute, day-by-day.
Strength in the Storm (A Johns Mill Amish Romance #2)
by Laurel BlountIn this touching Amish romance, a brokenhearted woman and a steadfast man discover that the safest place to weather tragedy is in each other&’s arms.After the murder of both her parents, Emma Hochstedler returns to the small community of Johns Mill, hoping to resume her quiet existence. Reclaiming her place proves harder than expected—especially now that a movie is being made about her family&’s loss. But then, an old friend offers her a lifeline that gives her new purpose. Amish builder Samuel Christner is the biggest—and the strongest—man in town. In fact, the gentle giant has only one weakness—Emma. Even though she broke his heart, he won&’t let his childhood sweetheart face her troubles alone. He hires Emma as a nurse for his elderly aunt…and finds himself falling for her all over again. But while romance blooms, storm clouds gather. And when darkness falls, it will take all Sam&’s strength—and all their love—to see them through.
Strength of Sensitivity: Understanding Empathy for a Life of Emotional Peace & Balance
by Kyra MesichEmpathic ability is a profound reminder that we are all connected. However, it's not always easy to cope with. For highly sensitive people, it can feel like an invasion, leading to confusion, physical issues, depression, and emotional distress.The Strength of Sensitivity explores the causes of empathic and psychic connections, providing techniques for developing and coping with sensitivity in a positive way. Join author Kyra Mesich, PsyD, as she shares stories about the struggles and triumphs of being an empath and amazing scientific research that explains how this connection works. Discover tools such as flower essences, meditation, and a twenty-day, four-step practice that effectively help sensitive people create healthier relationships with their empathic abilities. Holistic psychology has shed new light on sensitivity; let this guide show you how to live intuitively every day while integrating your whole body, mind, and spirit.Praise:"The Strength of Sensitivity is an outstanding contribution to body-mind healing and has our highest recommendation."—Patricia Kaminski, Executive Director of Flower Essence Services"Anyone longing to thrive as a highly sensitive person should read this warm, supportive book."—ForeWord Reviews
Strength of the Hills
by Brenda CannonThis is a historical novel of North Carolina, and follows the history of the Mark Murray family from about 1850 to the present day. Professor Murray moved his family from a comfortable life in Richmond to a pioneer life in the hills, far from the tensions of city life. The Murrays cheerfully adapted themselves to their new surroundings, and learned to build their own home and to make a living from the soil. They found loyal friends in the Munros, the Carsons, and the Cannons and learned to share their joys and sorrows.Then came 1861 and the War between the States, and Donald Murray, Richard Munro, and other young men of the region went off to battle. The author's portrayl of the war years reveals a thorough knowledge of the distress of that period and a sympathy for the suffering people.
Strength of the Hills
by Brenda CannonThis is a historical novel of North Carolina, and follows the history of the Mark Murray family from about 1850 to the present day. Professor Murray moved his family from a comfortable life in Richmond to a pioneer life in the hills, far from the tensions of city life. The Murrays cheerfully adapted themselves to their new surroundings, and learned to build their own home and to make a living from the soil. They found loyal friends in the Munros, the Carsons, and the Cannons and learned to share their joys and sorrows.Then came 1861 and the War between the States, and Donald Murray, Richard Munro, and other young men of the region went off to battle. The author's portrayl of the war years reveals a thorough knowledge of the distress of that period and a sympathy for the suffering people.
Strength to Love (G - Reference, Information and Interdisciplinary Subjects Series)
by Martin Luther King Jr.The most comprehensive, must-read narrative from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. addressing civil rights and social justice. <p><p>"If there is one book Martin Luther King, Jr. has written that people consistently tell me has changed their lives, it is Strength to Love." So wrote Coretta Scott King. "I believe it is because this book best explains the central element of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s philosophy of nonviolence," she continued. "His belief in a divine, loving presence that binds all life." It is impossible to separate King's religious views from his views on societal change, which makes this a timely read when religious discussion is often left out of the public square. <p><p>Strength to Love is more than a blueprint, it is a template for personal authenticity in a time when social and economic change depend on personal integrity. The insight, luminously conveyed in this classic text hints at a personal transformation at the root of social justice. Dr. King states, "By reaching into and beyond ourselves and tapping the transcendent moral ethic of love, we shall overcome these evils." <p><p>In these short meditative and sermonic pieces, some of them composed in jails and all of them crafted during the tumultuous years of the civil rights struggle, Dr. King articulated and espoused in a deeply personal compelling way his commitment to justice and to the intellectual, moral, and spiritual onversion that makes his work as much a blueprint today for Christian discipleship as it was then. <p><p>Individual readers, as well as church groups and students will find in this work a challenging yet energizing vision of God and redemptive love.