Modern Spirituality

Ever since the publication of Bram Stoker's novel Dracula, vampires have been a part of the popular consciousness. Now, with the release of the phenomenally popular Twilight novel and the subsequent films, it seems that we can't get enough of these bloodsucking creatures of the night. But we might not sleep quite so soundly if we knew that vampires aren't confirmed to the page and the screen. There is a thriving UK vampire scene that has its roots deep in our history.

In Signposts to God, particle physicist Peter Bussey introduces listeners to the mysteries of modern physics and astronomy. Authored in clear, accessible prose, Bussey provides a primer on topics such as the laws of nature, quantum physics, fine-tuning, and current cosmological models. Bussey argues that, far from ruling out a divine creator, modern physics and astronomy present us with compelling signposts to God. The more we know about the cosmos and our presence in it, the more plausible belief in God becomes.

Estamos en guerra. No con otro país ni con terroristas domésticos, ni con una nueva y siniestra inteligencia artificial, sino contra las mentiras. La decisión no es entre pelear o no pelear, sino entre ganar o rendirnos. El problema no es que digamos mentiras, es que terminamos viviéndolas.

The greatest teachings about energy healing, karma, and witchcraft are right at your fingertips. If you want to heal yourself and others by using ancient witchcraft wisdom, then start listening to this audiobook right now!

The Church today does not expect what it ought to from children and their parents, and this can be attributed in large part to a flawed concept of youth ministry. This need not and should not be so. This essay discusses the reasons behind the problem and proposes some biblical solutions.

Delve into the heart of religious history, where the enduring legacy of the Abrahamic faiths converge with tales of war and theology, revealing their profound impact on contemporary society. In this compelling narrative, religious historian Frank Kenny navigates the complex evolution of a warlike deity from the early scriptures of Jerusalem to the verses of the Bible and Qur’an they inspired. Challenging the one-dimensional portrayal of a benevolent God, The God of War offers a multifaceted view that spans the history of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Believers must look to King Jesus through their tribulation since He comes to conquer old Jerusalem and bring in new Jerusalem. Old Jerusalem stands for both that ancient city and the nation of Israel to which she belonged, being plagued with all her hypocrisy and spiritual adultery. New Jerusalem represents the church, the true Israel of God with the same faith as Abraham, who is clothed in the perfect, seamless obedience of her Husband, Saviour and Lord.

Die buddhistischen Lehren im Alltag: Gelassenheit, Wohlbefinden und innere Balance dank praxistauglichem Buddhismus für jedermann. Unerschütterliche Gelassenheit in jeder Situation und eine innere Balance, die jedem Sturm trotzt: So stellt man sich Buddhisten vor und so mancher wünscht sich, er hätte diese Fähigkeit selbst. Gute Nachricht: Das geht! Denn die Prinzipien des Buddhismus sind absolut alltagstauglich und dieses Buch zeigt Ihnen, wie Sie ihr Leben ganz einfach danach ausrichten können.

Una bruja o brujo, debe aprender a enfocar su poder interior y servirse de los elementos naturales a su alcance, para proteger, cuidar y atraer lo mejor para su casa y los que viven en ella.

Are you curious about the world of witchcraft? Do you want to step into a world unlike any other? Would you like to peek into the future and see what it beholds? The Wicca and Tarot Bundle is the perfect place for beginners to start their journey! Learn more about modern witchcraft and start your journey into the craft. This audiobook includes all the tools you need to get started on tarot and Wicca magic, as well as a starter kit that will teach you everything you need to know about herbal, candle, and crystal magic. Perform readings like a pro and cast spells in no time!

The Radio Right tells the story of the 1960s far right, who were frustrated by what they perceived to be liberal bias in the national media, particularly the media's sycophantic relationship with the John F. Kennedy administration. By the early 1960s, millions of Americans listened each week to conservative broadcasters, the most prominent of which were clergy or lay broadcasters from across the religious spectrum, including Carl McIntire, Billy James Hargis, and Clarence Manion.

(Re)Discover Jesus is a compelling and transformative book that invites listeners to embark on a profound journey of rediscovering the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth. Through a unique blend of historical context and modern application, this book offers a fresh perspective that enables listeners to hear Jesus' words as a first-century Jew while applying them to their lives today.

In Detestable and Wicked Arts, Paul B. Moyer places early New England's battle against black magic in a transatlantic perspective. Moyer provides an accessible and comprehensive examination of witch prosecutions in the Puritan colonies that discusses how their English inhabitants understood the crime of witchcraft, why some people ran a greater risk of being accused of occult misdeeds, and how gender intersected with witch-hunting.

From the millions-strong audiences of Oprah and The Secret to the mass-media ministries of evangelical figures like Joel Osteen and T. D. Jakes, to the motivational bestsellers and New Age seminars to the twelve-step programs and support groups of the recovery movement and to the rise of positive psychology and stress-reduction therapies, this idea - to think positively - is metaphysics morphed into mass belief. This is the biography of that belief.

Исповедь — автобиографическое произведение Льва Толстого, написанное в конце 1870-х — начале 1880-х годов и впервые опубликованное в 1884 году в Женеве. В "Исповеди" Льва Толстого, он размышляет о смысле жизни и веры, освещает внутренний кризис и стремление к духовному просветлению. Рассказ описывает авторское путешествие от религиозной скептичности к новому пониманию веры и божественного. Это мощное личное и философское размышление о духовности и смысле существования.

Why do Church leaders and Christian organizations struggle to connect with modern audiences? Where once the church was a cornerstone of local communities, today many people believe it is irrelevant or out of touch. And so, church leaders are now stuck between a warped public perception and the true message of the Gospel. If you care about the Christian message today, it is hard not to feel discouraged.

Los hospitalarios comenzaron como cuidadores de los peregrinos cristianos en Jerusalén, pero pronto salieron de sus hospicios y adoptaron un nuevo papel militar que marcó para siempre la historia de la Europa medieval. Este libro trata de explorar el curioso ascenso de los hospitalarios desde sus humildes orígenes hasta convertirse en una de las instituciones más poderosas de la Europa medieval.

A book that brings to light the true essence of Buddhism as a religion that inspires in each one of us a yearning for a higher and better life, one full of virtue, spiritual joy, and service to fellow human beings. A book that firmly reminds us that every man must be a fabricator of his own salvation, that The Buddha does not proclaim himself to be a savior but only professes to teach us the way we can liberate ourselves as he has liberated himself.

Rich in detail derived from the author's fieldwork and the anthropological literature, this work paints a picture of possession as one of the usually positive and most widespread of human religious experiences. It also details the ritual of exorcism, which is applied when things go wrong.

Are you fascinated by the world of spells and magic but don't know where to start? Do you want to harness the power of intention and create positive change in your life? Imagine confidently crafting and casting your own magic spells, feeling the magical energy shift around you, and manifesting your desires with ease. Spellcrafting and Spellcasting with Jar Spells is designed specifically for beginners. This audiobook demystifies the art of spellwork and container magic, making spells accessible and empowering for everyone. No prior spell experience needed!