Christ is in Our Midst

Christ is in Our Midst
Author: Īoann (skhi-igumen)
Publisher: St Vladimir's Seminary Press
Total Pages: 176
Release: 1980
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780913836644

Steeped in wisdom and humility, these are letters of a true contemplative and spiritual guide, able to rejoice and trust God in the face of an increasingly materialistic world, discerning in all circumstances meaning and a dimension of eternity.

Christ In Our Midst

Christ In Our Midst
Author: Clairann Nicklin
Publisher: Covenant Books, Inc.
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2018-04-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1640033351

This book was written to help me understand what the "fruits and the gifts of the Holy Spirit" are and what they were supposed to mean to me, and how to use them in my life. The more that I discovered and shared with others, the more that I understood that I was to share this knowledge with all who have this same hunger. The "fruits of the Holy Spirit" given to us as a grace from God in our baptism are what molds us into the image and likeness of God (Genesis 1:26). The "fruits" are the personality of Jesus when He lived on earth. Jesus gives us the example-with His very life! It is important for us to be fruitful and multiply physically for life to carry on, but it is spiritual fruitfulness that will change the world! We each have an intricate role to fill-whether single, married, laity, religious, man, woman, child, adult-God created each of us for a specific purpose. And He gives us the tools to do our work! They are the gifts of the Holy Spirit that are listed in (Isaiah11:2-3). The most known charismatic gifts are listed in (1 Corinthians chapters 12-14), but this is not all there is. "To each one is given a manifestation of the spirit for the common good" (1 Corinthians 12:7). When we use a charism to help another person, our Isaiah "gifts" come forward within us, and as that happens the fruits of the Holy Spirit pour out of us as a grace from God, that is how we share the love of God with another. God doesn't make cookie cutter Christians! He tailor-makes each individual for a special ministry to help our Church grow! Can you believe it? God wants us to fulfill a portion of His plan designed to bring all people to eternity with Him! Writing this book has helped me understand the simplicity of how the fruits, gifts, and charisms work together to build up the kingdom of God.

Faith in the Shadows

Faith in the Shadows
Author: Austin Fischer
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2018-09-11
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 083087402X

People don't abandon faith because they have doubts. People abandon faith because they think they're not allowed to have doubts. Even as a pastor, Austin Fischer has experienced the shadows of doubt and disillusionment. Leaning into perennial questions about Christianity, he shows that doubt is no reason to leave the faith—instead, it's an invitation to a more honest faith.

Jesus in the Midst of Success

Jesus in the Midst of Success
Author: Charles W. Morris
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2000
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780805419788

In "Jesus in the Midst of Success", Charles and Janet Morris introduce readers to people who have not only learned how to incorporate their Christian ideals with their worldly success, but they also have learned to use Jesus' teachings to help them achieve their success. Profiles such people as C. Everett Koop, Rich DeVoss and Senator John Ashcroft.

Finding a Loving God in the Midst of Grief

Finding a Loving God in the Midst of Grief
Author: Susan M. Erschen
Publisher: The Word Among Us Press
Total Pages: 104
Release: 2019-04-12
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1593255322

The loss of a love one is often devastating. And while each of us experience grief in a unique way, finding your way back to a place of wholeness may seem impossible. The emptiness, loneliness and darkness seem to never fade. This book will help you find comfort and grow closer to God, who often seems far off or even absent in your journey through grief. Drawing from both personal testimonies and religious texts, this book also contains practical advice on how to overcome some of the emotional followed by practical aspect of grief, and a prayer on each topic. This book will also help you make decisions about what to pass on and what to keep in order to treasure your memories of your loved one. Grief is a very unique and personal experience. Through this book, you will be given the confidence to grieve in your own way. Ultimately, they will see grief as a journey that can lead you into a richer spiritual life.

The Fourth Gospel

The Fourth Gospel
Author: John Shelby Spong
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 323
Release: 2013-06-11
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1443424013

Bestselling and controversial bishop and teacher John Shelby Spong reveals the subversive, mystical wisdom of the writer of the Gospel of John and how his teachings point us forward in the twenty-first century In The Fourth Gospel: Tales of a Jewish Mystic, Spong turns his attention to the Gospel of John, the fourth Gospel in the Bible. Contrary to what is most often believed, he writes that this gospel was misinterpreted by the framers of the fourth-century creeds to be a literal account of the life of Jesus. In fact, it is a literary, interpretive retelling of the events in Jesus’ life through the medium of Jewish worship traditions and fictional characters, from Nicodemus and Lazarus to the “Beloved Disciple.” The Fourth Gospel not only recaptures the original message of this gospel, but also provides us with a radical new dimension to the claim that in the humanity of Jesus the reality of God has been met and engaged. This book offers a fresh way to read the Gospel of John and a unique primer about how to be a Christian in the post-Christian twenty-first century.

Breaking Busy

Breaking Busy
Author: Alli Worthington
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2016-01-26
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310342244

Have you ever felt like a fraud or failure as you struggle to find balance in life? Do you find yourself juggling everything in mediocrity and feeling like you're succeeding at very little? In her no-nonsense style, Alli Worthington--popular podcaster and author of The Year of Living Happy--tackles the big questions about finding happiness and one's God-given purpose. Have you ever felt like a fraud or failure as you struggle to find balance in life? Do you find yourself juggling everything in mediocrity and feeling like you're succeeding at very little? In her no-nonsense way, Alli Worthington tackles the big questions about finding happiness and one's God-given purpose. Breaking Busy marries popular secular research with solid biblical principles, instilling confidence that you, too, can move from crazy busy to confident calm. With refreshing candor, uproarious true stories, and a Christian worldview, Alli delivers truths that dismantle common happiness myths. Then she empowers you to get unstuck, to let go of the good to make way for the great, to know yourself and your Creator, and ultimately to find peace and purpose in this world of crazy. You will: Learn how to stop chasing what leaves you empty and start doing what you were created to do. Identify the common lies you believe and how to strip their power from your life. Recognize how what you say no to determines what you can say yes to. With relatable anecdotes, Alli models real-life guidance on boundaries, relationships, and self-care, humbly examining her own mistakes and walking through how she learned from her missteps and found peace in a world of busyness. If you long to find real connection with both your loved ones and your Creator, Alli Worthington deftly balances intelligent humility and heartwarming humor to help you rediscover your path.

Christ in Our Midst

Christ in Our Midst
Author: Caryll Houselander
Publisher:
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2013
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780819816320

How do I find Christ in the people around me? This compilation contains famous writings of twentieth century English mystic and laywoman Caryll Houselander, who found the face of Christ not only in the Church, but also in all people. Caryll shows how each of us is part of the great mystery of Christs Mystical Body and how, through eyes of faith, we too can see Christ in ourselves and everyone we encounter in our midst.

Glory In Our Midst

Glory In Our Midst
Author: Meredith G. Kline
Publisher:
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2001-03-01
Genre: Bible
ISBN: 9780970641816

I'm in the Midst of the Storm

I'm in the Midst of the Storm
Author: Barbara Middleton
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 65
Release: 2007-03
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0595418228

Life storms happen to all of us-no one is exempt. At one time or another, each of us will be called upon to endure some kind of storm, whether financial, physical, emotional, or mental. When suffering these personal tempests, learning to trust that God is in control is vital to survival. In I'm in the Midst of the Storm: But Jesus Is in the Boat with Me, author Barbara Middleton shares the storms she and her family have endured, including a heart transplant, breast cancer, and other health-related complications. Even though God did not make the Middleton's problems disappear, He stayed by their side every step of the way, giving them the necessary courage and strength to continue living. Through an engaging mixture of fact and fiction, Middleton discusses several aspects of dealing with the complications of life. From comparing the life storm to a light spring rain or to a full-fledged hurricane, Middleton delves into the importance of trusting in the Lord. Even though our individual storms may vary greatly, she reveals how imperative it is to stay focused on God and accept His will for our lives.