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Belief in God in an Age of Science
by John PolkinghorneJohn Polkinghorne is a major figure in today's debates over the compatibility of science and religion. Internationally known as both a theoretical physicist and a theologian-the only ordained member of the Royal Society-Polkinghorne brings unique qualifications to his inquiry into the possibilities of believing in God in an age of science. In this thought-provoking book, the author focuses on the collegiality between science and theology, contending that these "intellectual cousins" are both concerned with interpreted experience and with the quest for truth about reality. He argues eloquently that scientific and theological inquiries are parallel.The book begins with a discussion of what belief in God can mean in our times. Polkinghorne explores a new natural theology and emphasizes the importance of moral and aesthetic experience and the human intuition of value and hope. In other chapters, he compares science's struggle to understand the nature of light with Christian theology's struggle to understand the nature of Christ. He addresses the question, Does God act in the physical world? And he extends his ideas about the role of chaos theory, surveys the prospects for future dialogue between scientific and theological thinkers, and defends a critical realist understanding of the activities of both disciplines. Polkinghorne concludes with a consideration of the nature of mathematical truths and the links between the complementary realities of physical and mental experience.
Belief in Media: Cultural Perspectives on Media and Christianity
by Mary E. HessMost works on media developments and Christianity approach the subject from the perspective of the implications of new media technologies for traditional Christian practices or how churches can use new media to further their goals. The common framework of analysis is a 'given reality' of traditional institutional Christianity and how it interacts with, affects and is affected by media. Media are treated as a separate cultural reality. This book presents, in an accessible form, the new directions that approach the interaction of media and religion from a cultural perspective, and illustrates these new directions by a number of international and intercultural case studies and explorations. Looking at how global media are constructing cultural forms, structures and processes, the authors show how these have become the life out of which individual and social meaning is created and practised. Examining how individuals create religious meaning by interacting with media of various kinds, crossing boundaries of traditional religious cultures and contemporary media cultures, this book reveals how Christian institutions are also defined in the process of living culturally within their broader media context.
Belief, Behavior, and Health: Religion as a Social Determinant of Health
by Sandra D. LaneThis book uniquely examines, across cultures, the health benefits and detriments of religious beliefs, with important implications for individual wellbeing and human survival.Belief, Behavior, and Health takes the reader through journeys of the author’s research in the Middle East, Africa, and the urban United States, where she focused on the unequal health and survival of women globally and vulnerable groups in the United States. Almost every health problem, especially those experienced by the poor and disadvantaged, arose from or was made worse by the conditions in the environment in which people lived. Lane’s detailed studies of beliefs about Judaism, Christianity, and Islam led to the author’s deep observations on how religious belief and practice, as well as discrimination due to religious prejudice, can be a major influence on health, both positively and negatively. In this book, Lane shows how religious precepts and cultural influences on religious behavior function as social determinants of health. An accessible and compelling read, this book will appeal to students and scholars of public health, anthropology, and sociology and those interested in the influence of religion on health outcomes.
Belief: Readings on the Reason for Faith (Walker Large Print Ser.)
by Francis S. Collins"Is there a God?" is the most central and profound question that humans ask. With the New Atheists gaining a loud voice in today's world, it is time to revisit the long-standing intellectual tradition on the side of faith. Francis Collins, New York Times bestselling author of The Language of God and renowned physician and geneticist, defends the reason for faith in this provocative collection. Collins is our guide as he takes us through the writings of many of the world's greatest thinkers -- philosophers, preachers, poets, scientists -- both past and present, including such luminaries as C. S. Lewis and Augustine, and unexpected voices such as John Locke and Dorothy Sayers. Despite the doubts of a cynical world, this essential companion proves once and for all the rationality of faith."In the twenty-first century, many seem to have concluded that the spiritual experience and the life of the mind ought to occupy separate domains, and that disruptions, conflicts, and disenchantments will result if the firewall comes down. Surely humanity's ongoing search for truth is not enriched by such limitations. In the words of Socrates, the key to a fully mature and richly rewarding life, both for us as individuals and as a society, is to 'follow the argument wherever it leads,' unafraid of the consequences. If this collection of essays provides even a small encouragement in this direction for the seeker, the believer, or the skeptic, that will be gratifying indeed." -- from the Introduction
Beliefs that Changed the World: The History And Ideas Of The Great Religions
by John BowkerReligious beliefs have shaped the history of the world. Their effect can be seen in culture, philosophy and politics, and they have inspired people to serve others and to create great works of art, architecture and music. Yet differences in belief can cause bloodshed and war. Never before has it been more urgent to understand the great religions if we are to make sense of our 21st century world, its achievements and its conflicts. This new, revised edition of Beliefs That Changed the World tells the story of the major faiths from their earliest beginnings to their present day impact.
Beliefs that Changed the World: The History and Ideas of the Great Religions
by John BowkerReligious beliefs have shaped the history of the world. Their effect can be seen in culture, philosophy and politics, and they have inspired people to serve others and to create great works of art, architecture and music. Yet differences in belief can cause bloodshed and war. Never before has it been more urgent to understand the great religions if we are to make sense of our 21st century world, its achievements and its conflicts. This new, revised edition of Beliefs That Changed the World tells the story of the major faiths from their earliest beginnings to their present day impact.
Believe
by Eric LegrandBelieve is the profoundly moving story of Eric LeGrand, the former defensive tackle for the Rutgers University Scarlet Knights football team, who suffered a severe spinal cord injury and was left paralyzed by a crushing on-field tackle during a heated game with Army. A remarkable true account of a courageous young athlete whose unshakable faith, spirit, positive outlook, and rousing motto, “BELIEVE!” would serve as inspiration to legions of fans—and as motivation in his own quest to walk again—Eric’s story has received national attention, heavily covered by ESPN and Sports Illustrated.
Believe
by Sarah AronsonWhen Janine Collins was six years old, she was the only survivor of a suicide bombing that killed her parents and dozens of others. Media coverage instantly turned her into a symbol of hope, peace, faith—of whatever anyone wanted her to be. Now, on the ten-year anniversary of the bombing, reporters are camped outside her house, eager to revisit the story of the "Soul Survivor." Janine doesn't want the fame—or the pressure—of being a walking miracle. But the news cycle isn't the only thing standing between her and a normal life. Everyone wants something from her, expects something of her. Even her closest friends are urging her to use her name-recognition for a "worthy cause." But that's nothing compared to the hopes of Dave Armstrong—the man who, a decade ago, pulled Janine from the rubble. Now he's a religious leader whose followers believe Janine has healing powers. The scariest part? They might be right. If she's the Soul Survivor, what does she owe the people who believe in her? If she's not the Soul Survivor, who is she?
Believe 365-Day Devotional: What I Believe. Who I Am Becoming.
by Randy Frazee Rozanne FrazeeGo from knowing the story of the Bible to living it.God invites us to be shaped through His Word. And so we look to Scripture and spend devotional time searching for answers to these three crucial questions: What do I believe? What should I do? Who am I becoming?Let God guide you in thinking, acting, and becoming like Jesus through these 365 powerful devotions. Randy and Rozanne Frazee walk you through the key beliefs, practices, and virtues of the Christian faith, and help you along the journey to renew your mind, practice your faith, and be transformed—to live more like Jesus.This devotional is a great standalone devotional or a wonderful companion to the Believe campaign.
Believe Angels Don't Lie: A Heavenly View of God’s Plan for Your Well-Being
by Jeanne StreetYou are a magical soul capable of healing your greatest source of pain with Angelic guidance. <p> Throughout this book you will connect with your innate power, faith and open your pathway to living abundantly in love. You will find insightful and intimate details from client readings, healing sessions and heavenly messages. These are to assist you in freeing yourself from energy that no longer serves you, while allowing you to heal your pain and suffering.
Believe Bigger: Discover the Path to Your Life Purpose
by Marshawn Evans Daniels&“Your most inspiring girlfriend in book form&” —Booklist Reinvention strategist Marshawn Evans Daniels delivers a practical and inspirational guide for women ready to reclaim their lives and discover a higher purpose, demonstrating that through disruption, life can become sweeter than you ever imagined.Marshawn Evans Daniels thought she was on the right path. She was an accomplished business woman and high-powered sports attorney ready to marry the man of her dreams—until she learned just days before a fairytale wedding that he was cheating on her. After this betrayal flipped her seemingly perfect world upside down, she found herself craving significance, not just success. Believe Bigger is about resilience, reclaiming your life, and discovering how God uses rejection, hardship, and unexpected circumstances to awaken something greater within...if you&’re willing to embrace disruption. You&’ll see her go from heartbroken and hitting rock bottom financially, to building a multi-million-dollar faith-centered enterprise and finding something super sweet along the way: a calling. Through Marshawn&’s own &“very compelling personal story of betrayal, heartbreak, and—in the end—healing&” (Faith Jenkins, TV personality and host of Judge Faith) will show you how you too can turn pain into purpose. Believe Bigger is &“a great guide to making seemingly impossible dreams a reality&” (Michelle McKinney Hammond, bestselling author). Whether you are drowning in self-doubt and regret, feeling stuck, or sensing a shift but unable to discern what&’s next, Marshawn&’s Purpose Map outlining the 5 Stages of Divine Reinvention will give you insight into your true gifts and calling—and the courage to pursue them. You&’ll see that difficulties are not designed to devastate you, but to ignite the bigger dreams, life, love, and abundance you were destined for all along.
Believe In Me: Sermons On The Apostles Creed (Protestant Pulpit Exchange Ser.)
by James A. HarnishEleven sermons on the beliefs affirmed in the Apostles' Creed. The sermons are designed to help people apply their beliefs to their daily lives and to provide pastors with fresh insights, rich illustrations, and new approaches for preparing meaningful, moving sermons on classic themes. Key ideas are framed and highlighted to help pastors imagine and construct parts of their own sermons.
Believe Kids' Edition, Paperback: Think, Act, Be Like Jesus
by ZondervanYou know the story of the Bible, but do you know what it means? This kids&’ edition of Believe teaches you the core beliefs, practices, and characteristics of Jesus-followers so that you can understand how to live out God&’s story in your own life today.As you walk through the three big categories—beliefs, practices, and virtues—you&’ll begin a journey that will take you closer to the heart of Jesus and deeper into the words of Scripture. You&’ll learn what the Bible has to say about everything from the nature of God and the identity of Jesus, to prayer, worship, and the fruit of the Spirit. Each big category is divided into ten topics to give you an up-close look at the important things God wants you to know.From bestselling author and pastor Randy Frazee, the Believe: Kids&’ Edition will take you on a step-by-step tour through the Bible and show you how to think, act, and be more like Jesus.
Believe Kids' Edition, eBook: Think, Act, Be Like Jesus
by Randy FrazeeYou know the story of the Bible, but do you know what it means? This kids’ edition of Believe teaches you the core beliefs, practices, and characteristics of Jesus-followers so that you can understand how to live out God’s story in your own life today.As you walk through the three big categories—beliefs, practices, and virtues—you’ll begin a journey that will take you closer to the heart of Jesus and deeper into the words of Scripture. You’ll learn what the Bible has to say about everything from the nature of God and the identity of Jesus, to prayer, worship, and the fruit of the Spirit. Each big category is divided into ten topics to give you an up-close look at the important things God wants you to know.From bestselling author and pastor Randy Frazee, the Believe: Kids’ Edition will take you on a step-by-step tour through the Bible and show you how to think, act, and be more like Jesus.
Believe Me
by Nina KillhamIn the tradition of Jodi Picoult?a fresh, smart, and deeply moving novel about the power of faith, love, and family Thirteen-year-old Nic Delano has a lot of questions. Like why does he have a babysitter at his age-and where did she get such long legs? But mostly, what exactly is the meaning of life? His mother, Lucy, an astrophysicist and atheist, has always encouraged Nic to ask questions. But lately she doesn?t like the answers he?s getting. Nic has been hanging out with a group of devout Christians and is starting to embrace the Bible?and a very different view of the heavens. But when unexpected tragedy strikes, Nic and Lucy?s beliefs are truly to put to the test. And they need each other now more than ever. But will a mother and her son be able to find a common ground where faith meets understanding and love is, ultimately, what endures? .
Believe Me: The Evangelical Road to Donald Trump
by John FeaA historian&’s discerning, critical take on current American politics&“Believe me&” may be the most commonly used phrase in Donald Trump&’s lexicon. Whether about building a wall or protecting a Christian heritage, the refrain has been constant. And to the surprise of many, a good 80 percent of white evangelicals have believed Trump—at least enough to help propel him into the White House. Historian John Fea is not surprised, however—and in these pages he explains how we have arrived at this unprecedented moment in American politics. An evangelical Christian himself, Fea argues that the embrace of Donald Trump is the logical outcome of a long-standing evangelical approach to public life defined by the politics of fear, the pursuit of worldly power, and a nostalgic longing for an American past. As insightful as it is timely, Fea&’s Believe Me challenges Christians to replace fear with hope, the pursuit of power with humility, and nostalgia with history.
Believe Me: The Evangelical Road to Donald Trump
by John FeaA historian&’s discerning, critical take on current American politics&“Believe me&” may be the most commonly used phrase in Donald Trump&’s lexicon. Whether about building a wall or protecting a Christian heritage, the refrain has been constant. And to the surprise of many, a good 80 percent of white evangelicals have believed Trump—at least enough to help propel him into the White House. Historian John Fea is not surprised, however—and in these pages he explains how we have arrived at this unprecedented moment in American politics. An evangelical Christian himself, Fea argues that the embrace of Donald Trump is the logical outcome of a long-standing evangelical approach to public life defined by the politics of fear, the pursuit of worldly power, and a nostalgic longing for an American past. As insightful as it is timely, Fea&’s Believe Me challenges Christians to replace fear with hope, the pursuit of power with humility, and nostalgia with history.
Believe Storybook, Vol. 1: Think, Act, Be Like Jesus
by Randy FrazeePresented by bestselling author and pastor Randy Frazee, the Believe Storybook shows children how they can think, act, and be more like Jesus. With 60 stories from the Bible that showcase the themes, combined with captivating and dramatic illustrations by Steve Adams, children and adults alike will be inspired to become the person they were meant to be.
Believe Storybook, Vol. 2: Think, Act, Be Like Jesus
by Randy FrazeePresented by bestselling author and pastor Randy Frazee, the Believe Storybook shows children how they can think, act, and be more like Jesus. With 60 stories from the Bible that showcase the themes, combined with captivating and dramatic illustrations by Steve Adams, children and adults alike will be inspired to become the person they were meant to be.
Believe Student Edition, Paperback: Living the Story of the Bible to Become Like Jesus
by ZondervanIt&’s one thing to know the story of the Bible. It&’s another thing to live it. The Believe: Student Edition teaches you the core beliefs, practices, and virtues of Jesus-followers so that you can understand how to live out God&’s story in your own life today.As you walk through the three big categories of Christian life—beliefs, practices, and virtues—you&’ll begin a journey that will take you closer to the heart of Jesus and deeper into the words of Scripture. You&’ll learn what the Bible has to say about everything from the nature of God and the identity of Jesus, to prayer, worship, and the fruit of the Spirit. Each big category is divided into ten topics to give you an up-close look at the important things God wants you to know. Relevant, practical, and deeply fundamental, Believe: Student Edition is a must-read for any student serious about their faith.The Bible is more than just a book of stories. It&’s a blueprint for living. Let the words of God change you as you learn how to think, act, and become more like Jesus.
Believe Student Edition, eBook: Living the Story of the Bible to Become Like Jesus
by Randy FrazeeIt’s one thing to know the story of the Bible. It’s another thing to live it. The Believe: Student Edition teaches you the core beliefs, practices, and virtues of Jesus-followers so that you can understand how to live out God’s story in your own life today.As you walk through the three big categories of Christian life—beliefs, practices, and virtues—you’ll begin a journey that will take you closer to the heart of Jesus and deeper into the words of Scripture. You’ll learn what the Bible has to say about everything from the nature of God and the identity of Jesus, to prayer, worship, and the fruit of the Spirit. Each big category is divided into ten topics to give you an up-close look at the important things God wants you to know. Relevant, practical, and deeply fundamental, Believe: Student Edition is a must-read for any student serious about their faith.The Bible is more than just a book of stories. It’s a blueprint for living. Let the words of God change you as you learn how to think, act, and become more like Jesus.
Believe Study Guide: Living the Story of the Bible to Become Like Jesus
by Randy Frazee Randy LarsonThe Believe Adult Study Guide gives groups of all sizes the opportunity to learn, discuss, and apply what they experience in this 30-session journey through the Bible by exploring 30 essential beliefs, practices, and virtues that every Christian needs to know and live.Pastor and author Randy Frazee presents 30 ten-minute teachings on how the story of Scripture helps us think, act, and be like Jesus. You will explore a key question, Scripture, concept and application in each session that helps you understand the 30 essential beliefs, practices and virtues that will help us become fully devoted followers of Jesus.This study guide will guide group members through video discussion for all 30 sessions as well as help individuals grow through in-between-sessions assignments.
Believe That You Can: Moving with Faith and Tenacity to the Dream God Has Given You
by Jentezen FranklinNothing Can Stop God’s Dreams For You Living your dreams isn’t easy. It takes persistence and tenacity, along with faith in yourself, in God, and in the vision He has given you. In Believe That You Can, Jentezen Franklin gives you a powerful message of hope: you can do it! Using his own personal experiences and examples from biblical characters who pursued their dreams to the end, Franklin shows you how to find and walk out your God-given vision for your life. Here you will find what you need to turn your dreams into reality, including: The five stages of a dream and how to recognize and get through each of them What you can do when your dream seems far away or impossible How to fight for your dream and never let go until it comes to pass Don’t let anybody steal what God has already shown you!
Believe and Rejoice: Joy is the Serious Business of Heaven. -C.S. Lewis
by Dr. James P. GillsYour Life Can Be Filled With Continuous Joy! Revised and updated, James P. Gills, M. D., points the way, as he takes you on a remarkable and profound journey to discover how to: Depend on God, your Creator, for everything. Surrender every worry, care, and concern to Him. Believe--and receive--God's promises for your life. Develop a heart full of faith, a life full of joy. See the moments in your day through an eternal view, rather than from what momentarily troubles you. This unique book will adjust your spiritual eyesight! Get ready to encounter a new relationship with God and, as a result, His peace, power, and presence in all areas of your life, no matter how difficult or depressing your circumstances may be. As you begin to read Believe and Rejoice, prepare for the journey of a lifetime, one that will lead you to new levels of joy--a profound joy that cannot be taken from you. Prepare for God's joy to enhance, enrich, and transform your life!
Believe for It: Passing on Faith to the Next Generation
by CeCe Winans Suzanne GosselinFrom the best-selling female gospel artist of all time CeCe Winans comes a heartfelt guide full of spirit, music, and faith. CeCe's first book in over 10 years, Believe for It explores what it means to pass along wisdom and faith to generations to come. Believe for It: Passing on Faith to the Next Generation beautifully recounts the pivotal experiences in CeCe's life that have shaped her faith. From her childhood in Detroit and the miracle of motherhood to her award-winning music career, CeCe brings readers along for a story full of heart, passion, and wisdom acquired from her walk with God.The Grammy award-winning artist shares stories of her life and career and lessons she's learned along the way, including: - Growing up in a musical family with 9 siblings - Starting a church with her husband - Planting faith through the Word of God - Pushing through obstacles that prevent faith from being passed down - Fostering emotional health-mind, body, and spirit-in order to pour into others - What it means to be engaged in a community of faith - How to nurture the faith of younger generations Inspired by Generations-her popular show and conference-CeCe includes thoughtful questions at the end of each chapter to help readers foster their own intergenerational conversations. Full of heartfelt and profound teachings, Believe for It offers readers a glimpse into the life of legendary gospel singer CeCe Winans as well as an opportunity to grow in their own faith and wisdom as they pursue a closer relationship with the Lord.