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This groundbreaking study of race, religion, and popular culture in the twenty-first century United States focuses on a new concept, "Muslim Cool." Muslim Cool is a way of being an American Muslim-displayed in ideas, dress, social activism in the 'hood, and in complex relationships to state power. Constructed through hip hop and the performance of Blackness, Muslim Cool is a way of engaging with the Black American experience by both Black and non-Black...
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What is the purpose of studying history? How do we reflect on contemporary life from a historical perspective, and can such reflection help us better understand ourselves, the world around us, and the God we worship and serve?
Written by an accomplished historian, award-winning author, public evangelical spokesman, and respected teacher, this introductory textbook shows why Christians should study history, how faith is brought to bear on our understanding...
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The observations and insights of the Buddha are practical and eminently down to earth, dealing exclusively with awareness in the here and now.
Buddhism Plain and Simple offers listeners these fundamental teachings, stripped of cultural trappings that have accumulated around Buddhism over the past 25 centuries. The newcomer will be inspired by the clear, simple principles found in Buddhism Plain and Simple, and those familiar with Buddhism will welcome...
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Leadership is tough. Now more than ever. To compete in today's marketplace, leaders can no longer avoid issues of justice. But the landscape often feels fractured and confusing, filled with complex cultural landmines that can threaten the health and success of their companies.
If you're a leader, where should you start?
If you don't have the skill and understanding to wade into these messy waters, you-and your company-will be left behind. To...
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As the news shows us every day, contemporary American culture and politics are rife with people who demonize their enemies by projecting their own failings and flaws onto them. But this is no recent development. Rather, as John Corrigan argues here, it's an expression of a trauma endemic to America's history, particularly involving our long domestic record of religious conflict and violence.
Religious Intolerance, America, and the World spans...
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Have you ever been all tucked in your bed asleep when suddenly you get the feeling you are not alone? Blurry eyed you half wake up only to see a non-threatening figure standing at the foot of your bed. The figure you see in front of you looks like a man. He appears to be tall and has his hands invitingly outstretched to you. Instead of being frightened, you have a yearning inside you to go to the man and see what he is all about.This happened to a...
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The Philosopher's Journey: A History of Thought is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the history of philosophy. This book traces the evolution of philosophical thought across cultures and time periods. It offers a rich tapestry of ideas and thinkers that have shaped our understanding of the world we live in.It allows readers embark on an intellectual journey that takes them through the major philosophical movements throughout history. From...
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The Floor of Heaven is just 257 steps to get to.Something great must be at the Floor of Heaven and you should jump onto the first step and start the climb for salvation.Like all books about faith, this is a counting book. We count up all 257 steps.Surprising things happen on the way to the Floor of Heaven. Will they make sense? Who knows? I mean, does heaven make sense.Take the steps and find out. The only way to reach paradise is by climbing. And...
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FUN, INSPIRING, AND "UNCONVENTIONAL"... This book is an "assignment" God gave me. Write stories, and poems, and other things that all contain a "pearl of wisdom"; and that can be read on the "fly". I honestly believe I can tell you, I fulfilled my "heavenly assignment". This book is designed for this fast paced generation, with twists and turns that are all designed to make the reader's journey amusing, and provocative at the same time. I know...
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Las historias impresionantes nos traen la ficción más querida de todas. Hablamos de política, religión y ficción en general. Es un libro que aporta conocimiento, reflexión y abundancia a los lectores.Es un libro para todos los gustos literarios, desde los más exigentes hasta los más sencillos. Entra en este gran mar de conocimiento y sabiduría que contribuye a la cultura mundial.Caminemos juntos en otro viaje literario. Este es mi cuadragésimo...
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Using his own understanding and study of Scripture, J.C. Ryle consolidates, organizes, and explains this learned wisdom in The Duties of Parents. Broken up into 17 principles, perfect for devotional use, this resource provides advice, guidance, instruction, reminders, and tools for parents who desire to raise children who not only know God but who can also develop their own relationship with Him and live according to His Word. Preparing a Biblical...
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In a delightfully engaging series of essays, Elisabeth Elliot captures the joys and trials of a life fully given to Christ. A timeless spiritual perspective on the value of being a woman, wife, mother and Christian.
Elisabeth Elliot (1926-2015) was a missionary and a critically acclaimed author and speaker. For over half a century, her life of obedience, timeless teachings, and best-selling books have influenced both believers and seekers of the...
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People today desperately want to know what is true and authentic in a world increasingly characterized by cultural confusion and a loss of trust in established institutions.
Are the answers to life found in the writings of secular scientists who tell us that we're simply a product of chance – an accidental mixture of elements in one stage of development, no more important in the long range scheme of things than a rock, or a sea urchin?
Are...
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Christin Ditchfield carefully extracts and examines the beautiful, Biblical truths and parallels in George MacDonald's The Princess and Curdie. MacDonald's moving and thrilling tale mirrors the journey of faith, through persecution, doubt, trials, and temptations, in a familiar and classic fairytale style.
Ditchfield's Christian Readers' Guide breaks down each chapter of this work, using expertly crafted discussion questions, tying in Bible verses,...
15) Paging God
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While the modern science of medicine often seems nothing short of miraculous, religion still plays an important role in the past and present of many hospitals. When three-quarters of Americans believe that God can cure people who have been given little or no chance of survival by their doctors, how do today's technologically sophisticated health care organizations address spirituality and faith?
Through a combination of interviews with nurses,...
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It has been a month since Timmy died. Melissa, Tommy, and their mom were having a hard time coping. While they have good days, there are also bad days. Olivia and Gabbi spent many nights at Melissa's house listening to endless stories about Timmy. Gabbi loved hearing the stories, although Olivia sometimes gets tired of hearing them. It is during those times Gabbi sits Olivia down and talks to her. She tries to tell her to put herself in Melissa's...
17) Namaste
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For thousands of years, Bharatvarsh has been the centre of power for the entire world. It is also a source of knowledge for the global human community. This story is an extraordinary tale of power struggles that took place in Bharatvarsh at the end of the Dwaparyuga and the beginning of the Kaliyuga. The story begins with the Mahabharata war that occurred in Kurukshetra. After the war, Yudhishthira became the king of Bharatvarsh, and he was succeeded...
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Peter's EncouragementGive the introduction for first book of PeterThe first book of Peter is a letter written by the Apostle Peter, one of Jesus' closest disciples, to a group of Christians who were facing persecution and suffering for their faith. It is believed to have been written around 64-65 AD, during the reign of the Roman Emperor Nero.In this letter, Peter encourages his fellow believers to stand firm in their faith, even in the face of trials...
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Do you know the theology of Gnosticism? If you don't, Ms. Gnosticism is advancing Gnosticism to enligthen you. If you do, Ms. Gnosticism is advancing Gnosticism to enlighten you.
Ms. Gnosticism will share Gnosticism with you in her favorite cities of Austin, Beirut, and Damascus. She will also share Gnosticism with you, if you frequent other cities.
When you want to advance Gnosticism, kindly choose this book.
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Este Libro ...Jamás Fue Escrito. Y que Un Libro que nunca fue escrito, Exista ...Es Testimonio de Magia! La Misma Magia que se Testimonia en Una Vida que, aún estando en discusión que haya Existido... sea La Vida acerca de la cual más se ha escrito En la Historia de La Humanidad! De Eso se trata En Esa Vida, y por lo tanto... En Este Libro que Habla de Esa Vida: ...De "El Encuentro con La Magia"
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