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The Practices of Happiness: Political Economy, Religion and Wellbeing (Routledge Frontiers Of Political Economy Ser. #132)
by John Atherton Ian Steedman Elaine GrahamA PDF version of this book is available for free in open access via www.tandfebooks.com as well as the OAPEN Library platform, www.oapen.org. It has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 3.0 license and is part of the OAPEN-UK research project. There is growing evidence that rising levels of prosperity in Western economies since 1945 have not been matched by greater incidences of reported well-being and happiness. Indeed, material affluence is often accompanied instead by greater social and individual distress. A growing literature within the humanities and social sciences is increasingly concerned to chart not only the underlying trends in recorded levels of happiness, but to consider what factors, if any, contribute to positive and sustainable experiences of well-being and quality of life. Increasingly, such research is focusing on the importance of values and beliefs in human satisfaction or quality of life; but the specific contribution of religion to these trends is relatively under-examined. This unique collection of essays seeks to rectify that omission, by identifying the nature and role of the religious contribution to wellbeing. A unique collection of nineteen leading scholars from the field of economics, psychology, public theology and social policy have been brought together in this volume to explore the religious contribution to the debate about happiness and well-being. These essays explore the religious dimensions to a number of key features of well-being, including marriage, crime and rehabilitation, work, inequality, mental health, environment, participation, institutional theory, business and trade. They engage particularly closely with current trends in economics in identifying alternative models of economic growth which focus on its qualitative as well as quantitative dimensions. This unique volume brings to public notice the nature and role of religion’s contribution to wellbeing, including new ways of measurement and evaluation. As such, it represents a valuable and unprecedented resource for the development of a broad-based religious contribution to the field. It will be of particular relevance for those who are concerned about the continuing debate about personal and societal well-being, as well as those who are interested in the continuing significance of religion for the future of public policy.
The Practices of the Enlightenment: Aesthetics, Authorship, and the Public (Columbia Themes in Philosophy, Social Criticism, and the Arts)
by Dorothea Von MückeRethinking the relationship between eighteenth-century Pietist traditions and Enlightenment thought and practice, The Practices of Enlightenment unravels the complex and often neglected religious origins of modern secular discourse. Mapping surprising routes of exchange between the religious and aesthetic writings of the period and recentering concerns of authorship and audience, this book revitalizes scholarship on the Enlightenment.By engaging with three critical categories—aesthetics, authorship, and the public sphere—The Practices of Enlightenment illuminates the relationship between religious and aesthetic modes of reflective contemplation, autobiography and the hermeneutics of the self, and the discursive creation of the public sphere. Focusing largely on German intellectual life, this critical engagement also extends to France through Rousseau and to England through Shaftesbury. Rereading canonical works and lesser-known texts by Goethe, Lessing, and Herder, the book challenges common narratives recounting the rise of empiricist philosophy, the idea of the "sensible" individual, and the notion of the modern author as celebrity, bringing new perspective to the Enlightenment concepts of instinct, drive, genius, and the public sphere.
The Practicing the Way Course Companion Guide: An Eight-Session Primer on Spiritual Formation
by Practicing the Way John Mark ComerInspired by John Mark Comer&’s New York Times bestseller Practicing the Way, this official companion to the Practicing the Way Course is an eight-session introduction to following Jesus in the modern era.The Practicing the Way Course, available free online, is designed to lay a foundation for lifelong apprenticeship to Jesus. This full-color companion guide helps you practice, reflect, and dialogue with your community as you walk through the Course together to experience real, lasting transformation. Inside, you&’ll find resources like:Helpful tips to get the most out of each session of the Course Supplemental resources to dive deeper after each session Real-life exercises to help put each session into practice Additional prayers and liturgies
The Pragmatist Turn: Religion, the Enlightenment, and the Formation of American Literature (Studies in Religion and Culture)
by Giles GunnIn The Pragmatist Turn, renowned scholar of American literature and thought Giles Gunn offers a new critical history of the way seventeenth-century religion and the eighteenth-century Enlightenment influenced the formation of subsequent American writing. This shaping was dependent on their pragmatic refiguration less as systems of belief and thought than as frames of reflection and structures of feeling, what he calls spiritual imaginaries.Drawing on a large number of figures from earlier periods and examining how they influenced generations of writers from the nineteenth century into the early twenty-first —including Henry Adams, Frederick Douglass, Emily Dickinson, Herman Melville, William James, Henry James, Kenneth Burke, and Toni Morrison—Gunn reveals how the idea or symbolic imaginary of "America" itself was drastically altered in the process.As only a seasoned scholar can, Gunn here presents the history of American religion and literature in broad strokes necessary to reveal the seismic philosophical shifts that helped form the American canon.
The Praise Of Glory: A Carmelite Nun Of Dijon (1901-1906)
by Sister Elizabeth Of The TrinityThis autobiographical collection of letters and diary entries by Elizabeth of the Trinity relates the life of the young nun whose intense spiritualism inspired many.Elizabeth tells of her formative years as an ill-tempered youth, and of determining from a young age that she should be a nun. She would see God in all things, and was an enthusiastic teacher and reader of various holy texts and works of historic saints. Gifted with words, Elizabeth was capable of writing evocative letters and speeches rich in spiritual allusion; given her youth, this ability was thought extraordinary.Tragically Elizabeth succumbed to illness at the young age of twenty-six. Despite the pain of her disease, she continued to write almost until the end, offering counsel and comfort to those around her.In a historic decision, Elizabeth of the Trinity was canonized as a saint in 2016 by Pope Francis. Recognized for her spiritual gravitas, the process of Elizabeth's beatification began in 1931 - her writings, including those in this collection, were intensively studied by committees in the Catholic Church. Several letters appended to the beginning of this book attest to Elizabeth's humble status as a daughter of God, her purity of being and perfection as an adorer of the Blessed Trinity.-Print ed.
The Praise and Worship Team Instant Tune-Up
by Douglas Flather Tami FlatherPastors Worship Team Leaders Vocalists & Instrumentalists Sound People Do You Want Your Worship Team to . . . * get the most out of rehearsal time? * craft a professional sound, even with just a few instruments? * cultivate the 10 most important skills vocalists need for contemporary music? * teach new songs to the congregation--painlessly? * create and use dynamic presentation skills? Expert advice is here for all the above and a whole lot more. The Praise and Worship Team Instant Tune-Up is the next best thing to having a seasoned professional director coach your team personally through all the ins and outs of worship ministry! This timely resource addresses the whole array of concerns that can hang up a worship team and takes you beyond them to the next level. Whether you’re building a team from the ground up or need to fine-tune a given area, The Praise and Worship Team Instant Tune-Up gives you spot-on insights and troubleshooting tips that will help you excel in your mission of leading others in worship through music. You’ll love how this easy-to-read book makes everything so understandable. You don’t have to take a music theory class in order to get a fast handle on chord substitutions, key changes, and arranging techniques that will give your sound a personal, creative edge. You’ll also find out about . . . Copyright issues--what you need to know Seamless segues and transitions Preparing for and running efficient rehearsals Positioning your worship team on the platform Conducting solid sound checks Best practices for visual aids Communicating with team members via secret signals Developing a clean vocal sound Quick tips for every aspect of worship leading . . . and lots, lots more!
The Praise of Folly
by Anthony Grafton Desiderius ErasmusDesiderius Erasmus (1466-1536) was a Dutch humanist, scholar, and social critic, and one of the most important figures of the Renaissance. The Praise of Folly is perhaps his best-known work. Originally written to amuse his friend Sir Thomas More, this satiric celebration of pleasure, youth, and intoxication irreverently pokes fun at the pieties of theologians and the foibles that make us all human, while ultimately reaffirming the value of Christian ideals. No other book displays quite so completely the transition from the medieval to the modern world, and Erasmus's wit, wisdom, and critical spirit have lost none of their timeliness today.This Princeton Classics edition of The Praise of Folly features a new foreword by Anthony Grafton that provides an essential introduction to this iridescent and enduring masterpiece.
The Praktikos Chapters On Prayer
by John E. BambergerThe living link through whom the ascetic principles of hellenistic philosophers passed into monasticism, Evagrius molded christian asceticism through his own works and through his influence on John Cassian, Climacus, Pseudo 'Denis, and Saint Benedict.
The Prankster and the Conspiracy: The Story of Kerry Thornley and How He Met Oswald and Inspired the Counterculture
by Adam GorightlyOne of the 1960s counterculture's most fascinating characters was Kerry Wendell Thornley--a writer, philosopher, Zen dishwasher, enlightened prankster, and, possibly, an Oswald double with disturbing ties to the Kennedy assassination. A lifelong provocateur, Thornley was linked to many of the fringe elements of the time. He helped create the spoof religion called the Discordian Society and its tract, the Principia Discordia. He coined the term "paganism" to describe various nature religions. And he befriended Robert Anton Wilson, inspired the Illuminatus, and gave his anarchic support to the Bavarian Illuminati, a brilliant prank.
The Pravda Messenger
by Alton Gansky Robert CornukeIn 1825, Czar Alexander I of Russia was buried--but many did not believe that the body in the coffin was that of the czar. Rather, they believed that he had slipped away in disguise and was walking the roads of Russia as a humble monk. In 1975, a Russian named Yuri and his adolescent daughter Tanya approach a Soviet-era monastery in Leningrad, where an ancient tomb is opened--inside is the ancient, dessicated body of a monk--and a golden snuff box is removed and given to them. Tanya has a special gift--the Pravda: she can always recognize when someone is telling her the truth. But Soviet soldiers arrive, and Yuri is wounded and captured. Tanya flees. Seven years later, Tanya is living in Colorado on a goat farm, but her ability as an investigator--aided by her Pravda gift--has already proven useful to the local sheriff. Then the Bible of the Bell Messenger comes into her life, and all of the mysteries and dangers of her past life erupt again: the golden snuff box, the identity of the monk in the coffin, the location and welfare of her father--and Tanya embarks on a world tour, partly fleeing, partly kidnapped, partly in an effort to solve the mysteries herself. Will Tanya, now in her late teens, be able to discern which of the new people who enter her life at his point can be trusted? Will she fulfill her destiny as the girl with the gift? And how will the Messenger's Bible help her?
The PrayFit Diet
by Eric Velasquez Jimmy Peña Dana Angelo WhiteHARNESS YOUR FAITH TO TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE Jimmy Peña, one of the nation's most sought-after fitness experts, has been trusted by the most prominent names in the entertainment industry, including Tyler Perry, Mario Lopez, and LL Cool J, to help them look and feel their best. His highest calling, however, is transforming the bodies and souls of people all over the country through his powerful combination of faith and fitness called PrayFit. In The PrayFit Diet, Peña offers an easy, effective program--including shopping lists, daily menus, and simple, delicious recipes--to help you lose up to 20 pounds in 33 days. A healthy body, he explains, is not about restriction of either calories or food groups. Instead, it's all about eating in equilibrium--a perfect 33% macronutrient balance of carbs, protein, and fat every day, which will allow you to make dramatic changes to your health and your waistline. The balanced approach of The PrayFit Diet is not only inspired by biblical principles, but it's also supported by today's cutting-edge science, and Peña gives you a plan to shed weight fast and the motivation to keep it off for a lifetime. In The PrayFit Diet, Peña shows us how faith is the most powerful tool we have to conquer all of life's obstacles, and that includes our health. More importantly, God wants you to be at your best, physically and spiritually. By combining perfectly proportioned meals with biblically based motivation, The PrayFit Diet will give you all the tools you need to live a life that will both inspire you and honor the Lord.
The Prayer Bible: Pray God’s Word Cover to Cover (NIV)
by Thomas NelsonEven when you can&’t find the words, you can pray with God&’s Word.The Prayer Bible guides you in praying the life-giving Word of God, giving you the words to pray even when you don't know what to pray. With the help of 1200 prompts, you can pray through every chapter of Scripture for a deep, personal engagement with the Bible.Features include:Introduction on how to use The Prayer BibleBible book introductions provide a concise overview of the background and historical context of the book about to be read1,200 prayer prompts, at least one for each chapter of the Bible to strengthen your prayer lifeWords of Christ in red quickly identify Jesus&’ teachings and statementsPrayers of the Bible include nearly 100 prayers in the Bible, who prayed them, and what they prayed aboutBible reading plan guiding you through the entire Bible in a yearArticles with tips and insight to help you engage with Scripture
The Prayer Bible: Pray God’s Word Cover to Cover (NKJV)
by Thomas NelsonEven when you can&’t find the words, the Prayer Bible guides you in praying the life-giving Word of God, offering prayer prompts for each of the Bible&’s 1,189 chapters.The Prayer Bible guides you in praying the life-giving Word of God. This long-standing practice teaches you to engage the Scriptures in prayer, giving you the words to pray even when you don't know what to pray. Each of the Bible&’s 1,189 chapters offer a prayer prompt, so you can engage the arc of Scripture through prayer. With a total of 1,200 prayer prompts, and as part of the Abide Bible editions, The Prayer Bible enables you to experience the depth and everyday meaning of every chapter of the Bible.Features include:Introduction on how to use The Prayer BibleBible book introductions1,200 prayer prompts, at least one for each chapter of the BibleWords of Christ in redClear and readable 8.5-point NKJV Comfort Print®
The Prayer Box (A Carolina Heirlooms Novel #1)
by Lisa WingateWHEN IOLA ANNE POOLE, an old-timer on Hatteras Island, passes away in her bed at ninety-one, the struggling young mother in her rental cottage, Tandi Jo Reese, finds herself charged with the task of cleaning out Iota's rambling Victorian house. Running from a messy, dangerous past, Tandi never expects to find more than a temporary hiding place within Iola's walls, but everything changes with the discovery of eighty-one carefully decorated prayer boxes, one for each year, spanning from Iola's youth to her last days. Hidden in the boxes is the story of a lifetime, written on random bits of paper--the hopes and wishes, fears and thoughts of an unassuming but complex woman passing through the seasons of an extraordinary, unsung life filled with lessons in faith, observations on love, and one final lesson that could change everything.
The Prayer Chest
by August Gold Joel Fotinos“A spiritual parable that will appeal to fans of It’s a Wonderful Life ... this easy, inspirational read will warm the hearts of seekers everywhere.” —Publishers Weekly.
The Prayer Chest
by August Gold Joel FotinosSince the beginning of time men and women everywhere have prayed -- millions of prayers daily. Why, then, are only a handful answered? What roles do luck, chance, and fate play in our lives? How can we discover and live our destiny? Rich in romance, mystery, and spiritual insight, this wise and warm parable will revolutionize everything you've ever thought about prayer. Joseph Hutchinson's life has been filled with misfortune and adversity. A widowed father of two living on a farm that is about to be taken from him, Joseph embarks on a mission to save his children and himself. This quest brings him face-to-face with his greatest fears and ultimately leads him to his greatest discovery -- a mysterious wooden box that has been hidden in his attic for more than one hundred years. This box, the Prayer Chest, contains secrets that will change Joseph's -- and your -- life. This inspirational story speaks to everyone who has ever struggled and despaired, everyone who has prayed without receiving an obvious answer, and everyone who wonders about the true meaning and ultimate destiny of their life -- in short, everyone.
The Prayer Code: 40 Scripture Prayers Every Believer Should Pray (The Code Series)
by O. S. HawkinsDo you want a richer, more robust prayer life? Your prayers are powerful! Learn how to pray with confidence, faith, and an awareness of the Holy Spirit as you draw from world-changing prayers from Scripture in this inspiring guide to a transformed spiritual life. The Prayer Code is the latest addition to O. S. Hawkins's bestselling series that includes The Joshua Code and The Jesus Code.David prayed for protection from his enemies. Jesus prayed for all believers. The early Church prayed for courage. The most powerful prayers of Scripture have one thing in common: they reflect the promises of God in His Word, promises that are available to you today, just as they were to people in the Bible.In The Prayer Code, Hawkins explores biblical prayers to equip you to pray effectively for:peace in times of changecourage to overcome your fearshealing for yourself and othersEach of the entries includes a prayer, life-guiding principles you can draw from that prayer, and a code word to help you apply those truths to your life. With its presentation page and ribbon marker, The Prayer Code makes a beautiful gift for:high school and college graduationsChristmasFather's Day and Mother's Daybirthdaysmen and women looking for fresh energy for their prayer lifeWhether you offer a prayer of confession, thanksgiving, praise, intercession, petition, or communion, you can be confident that you're praying as the Bible teaches. Transform your prayer life as you learn to pray with passion to a loving Father who longs for you to draw near.
The Prayer Coin: Daring to Pray with Honest Abandon
by Elisa MorganThe Prayer Coin will help you express your deepest emotions to God and have confidence in His will for your life. You’ll explore Jesus’s prayer in the garden of Gethsemane and see His ultimate example of intimacy with the Father. Learn how to trust God the same way Jesus did when He said, "Not my will, but yours be done" (Luke 22:42). <p><p> Even as a popular and trusted author, speaker and media host, Elisa Morgan struggled with what to pray—her request or God’s will. She understands your need to be heard and your desire to follow the Father. Elisa shares her journey of growing closer to God and incorporates lessons from Scripture to help you find peace in your own prayer journey.
The Prayer I Wished I Had Never Prayed: End Time Prophesy in the New Testament
by Roger HenryHave you watched what is happening in the world and wondered why things seem to be going from bad to worse? After a 21 day fast, God answered my prayer of what is taking place by showing me how all that is happening—is fulfilling New Testament Bible prophecies. As I watch all the pieces falling into place, I sometimes wish I had never prayed that prayer because it can be heartbreaking. As you read through these pages, you will be overwhelmed at how the Word of God is so true; at the same time, you will feel deep pain as we watch the world drift closer and closer to destruction. The question you will be able to answer in the end is this Will I be ready to deal with all that is going to happen if the rest of God's Word is being fulfilled?""
The Prayer Life
by Andrew MurrayIn "The Prayer Life," noted Christian author Andrew Murray addresses the problem of prayerlessness, a problem that knows no generational boundaries. Murray cuts to the heart of the problem, offering suggestions which, if followed, will have a serious impact on the life of the earnest reader. Murray explains that, since prayer is an outgrowth of abiding in Christ, prayerlessness is fundamentally a lack of abiding rather than simply a lack of prayer. "The Prayer Life" is a challenging call to a deeper Christian experience, out of which will naturally flow a life of prayer. Much more than a book on how to pray, "The Prayer Life" is a book on how to have a deeper spiritual walk.
The Prayer Life: Persevering In Prayer
by Andrew Murray"I had not supposed that just as He will give all other grace in answer to prayer, so, above all and before all, He will bestow the grace of a praying heart. What folly to think that all other blessings must come from Him, but that prayer, whereon everything else depends, must be obtained by personal effort! Thank God I begin to comprehend—the Lord Jesus is Himself in the inner chamber watching over me, and holding Himself responsible to teach me how to approach the Father. This only He demands—that I, with childlike confidence, wait upon Him and glorify Him."The Prayer Life is a searching inquiry into prayer as the key to spiritual blessing and victory. Andrew Murray has grappled with the sin which plagues every child of God—the sin of prayerlessness. The author exposes this weakness and with incisive clarity proposes a workable solution. His rare insight and practical suggestions bring the true difficulty into perspective while providing an opportunity for each believer to make definite progress in his spiritual experience.
The Prayer Matrix: Plugging into the Unseen Reality (LifeChange Books)
by Dr David JeremiahDavid Jeremiah approaches the good news of God's willingness to respond to our prayers from a fresh angle, describing prayer as the built-in trigger for the good things that happen in this world. Readers will discover just how eagerly God is waiting to answer us. Like a loving father, He is always glad to have us come to Him as children with the things that are on our heart! Prayer delights God's heart, because He has ordained the processes of the world to work through the prayers of His people.You Can Make a Difference Your prayers mean more than you realize. At the moment you pray, you connect to the most powerful force in the universe. You become an integral part of the rich, complex communication network of prayer. God has hard-wired the universe to work through prayer. It's breathtaking to realize that the all-powerful God intends you to have such a huge part in the work of ushering in His kingdom for all eternity. Enter the matrix and discover the ultimate reality--a reality beyond your imagination. Story Behind the BookEven Dr. Jeremiah struggles with prayer. He has read near 100 books on the subject. God is just waiting for His people to pray so that He can pour out His abundant blessing on them. Nothing is too big or too small to bring to God. He is waiting for you to pour out your requests to Him--and become part of the prayer matrix.
The Prayer Powered Entrepreneur: 31 Days to Building Your Business with Less Stress and More Joy
by Kim Avery&“A practical and powerful resource for any business owner who desires to do business led and empowered by God.&”—Shae Bynes, author of The Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur&’s Guide While Christian entrepreneurs start their days with prayer, the hustle and bustle of running their own businesses quickly takes focus away from their vital partnership with the almighty God. As a result, prayers for business are often broad, unfocused, and strictly tied to the entrepreneur&’s vision of ideal results. The Prayer Powered Entrepreneur model walks entrepreneurs through 31 days of recognizing God as CEO through an inside-out system of praying for transformation: In themselvesTheir relationship with GodTheir relationship with othersTheir relationship with their businessCulminating in praying for the impact they want their business to have in the world. Kim Avery encourages entrepreneurs to keep God at the center of everything, praying in alignment with the things He has already promised, and anticipating His daily activity in their lives. During this month-long journey, business owners learn how to build a better business, live a better life, and make a bigger impact—all through the simple practice of inside-out prayer. &“Kim Avery gives everyone who is called into such an entrepreneurial challenge a wealth of wisdom and an easy-to-implement practical tool to keep one going. Don&’t miss out on The Prayer Powered Entrepreneur! One does not have to face this challenge alone.&”—Bob Allums, director of A Praying Life Seminars from seeJesus Ministries, seeJesus.net &“A gold mine of inspiration, encouragement, and next steps toward a deeper relationship with God.&”—Marnie Swedberg, international leadership mentor & conference speaker
The Prayer Practice: A Four-Session Guide to Praying as Jesus Prayed
by John Mark Comer Practicing the WayLearn how to cultivate a deeper union with God through intentional, multifaceted prayer in this practical, accessible guide from New York Times bestselling author John Mark Comer and the team at Practicing the Way.In the hurry, distraction, and noise of the modern world, few things are more difficult or more rewarding than developing a life of prayer. As an apprentice of Jesus, it is vital to set aside time to be more deeply connected with the Father.Designed to be used with four engaging video sessions freely available online, the Prayer Practice from Practicing the Way offers spiritual exercises, reflection questions, guided readings, and additional resources to help you and your community.This guide will equip you to:• Develop a daily rhythm of prayer using both liturgical and personal approaches• Engage in various forms of prayer, including gratitude, lament, and intercession• Listen to God's voice through practices like Lectio Divina• Move beyond words to experience contemplative union with GodDiscover how dedicating intentional time to communicate and commune with God can lead to a transformed life, deeper spiritual growth, and a renewed sense of partnership with God in the world.Part of a series of nine core practices that together build a Rule of Life for following Jesus in the modern world, each guide can be read individually or together in any order:The Sabbath PracticeThe Prayer PracticeThe Fasting PracticeThe Solitude PracticeThe Generosity PracticeThe Scripture PracticeThe Community PracticeThe Service PracticeThe Witness Practice
The Prayer That Turns the World Upside Down: The Lord's Prayer as a Manifesto for Revolution
by R. Albert Mohler Jr.&“Our Father, who art in heaven….&”The opening words of the Lord&’s Prayer have become so familiar that we often speak them without a thought, sometimes without any awareness that we are speaking at all. But to the disciples who first heard these words from Jesus, the prayer was a thunderbolt, a radical new way to pray that changed them and the course of history.Far from a safe series of comforting words, the Lord&’s Prayer makes extraordinary claims, topples every earthly power, and announces God&’s reign over all things in heaven and on earth. In this groundbreaking new book, R. Albert Mohler Jr. recaptures the urgency and transformational nature of the prayer, revealing once again its remarkable, world-upending power. Step by step, phrase by phrase, The Prayer That Turns the World Upside Down explains what these words mean and how we are to pray them.The Lord&’s Prayer is the most powerful prayer in the Bible, taught by Jesus to those closest to him. We desperately need to relearn its power and practice. The Prayer That Turns the World Upside Down shows us how.