Lifestyles of the Rich & Faithful

Lifestyles of the Rich & Faithful
Author: Betty R. Price
Publisher: Dr. Frederick K. C. Price Ministries
Total Pages: 84
Release: 1999
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781883798406

The Gospel message is one of prosperity, not of poverty. Dr. Betty is living proof that the heavenly Father wants you to prosper. So, why aren't all of God's children enjoying His best in their lives?Dr. Betty's answer is a demonstration that real love speaks the truth -- even when the truth may not be exactly what you want to hear. As only a loving mother can, she details why all of God's people do not have His best in their lives. Her writing leaves readers inspired and empowered to take control of unbridled desires in order to position themselves to receive God's best.

Rich People Things

Rich People Things
Author: Chris Lehmann
Publisher: Haymarket Books
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2011
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1608461521

"Social criticism at its scorching-hot best."--Barbara Ehrenreich "Think H.L. Mencken crossed with Jon Stewart."--The Phoenix In Rich People Things, Chris Lehmann lays bare the various dogmas and delusions that prop up plutocratic rule in the post-meltdown age. It's a humorous and harrowing tale of warped populism, phony reform, and blind deference to the nation's financial elite. As the author explains, American class privilege is very much like the idea of sex in a Catholic school--it's not supposed to exist in the first place, but once it presents itself in your mind's eye, you realize that it's everywhere. A concise and easy-to-use guide, Rich People Things catalogs the fortifications that shelter the opulent from the resentments of the hoi polloi. From ideological stanchions such as the Free Market through the castellation of media including The New York Times and Wired magazine, to gatekeepers such as David Brooks, Steve Forbes, and Alan Greenspan, Lehmann covers the vast array of comforting and comprehensive protections that allow the über-privileged to maintain their iron grip on almost half of America's wealth. With chapters on Malcolm Gladwell, the Supreme Court, the memoir, and more, no one is spared from Lehmann's pointed prose. Chris Lehmann is employed, ever precariously, as an editor for Yahoo! News, Bookforum, and The Baffler, while dissecting the excesses of his social betters for his column Rich People Things at TheAwl.com. He lives in Washington, DC, with his wife Ana Marie Cox and a quartet of excellent pets.

Riches, Poverty, and the Faithful

Riches, Poverty, and the Faithful
Author: Mark D. Mathews
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2013-02-14
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1139619756

In the book of Revelation, John appeals to the faithful to avoid the temptations of wealth, which he connects with evil and disobedience within secular society. New Testament scholars have traditionally viewed his somewhat radical stance as a reaction to the social injustices and idolatry of the imperial Roman cults of the day. Mark D. Mathews argues that John's rejection of affluence was instead shaped by ideas in the Jewish literature of the Second Temple period which associated the rich with the wicked and viewed the poor as the righteous. Mathews explores how traditions preserved in the Epistle of Enoch and later Enochic texts played a formative role in shaping John's theological perspective. This book will be of interest to those researching poverty and wealth in early Christian communities and the relationship between the traditions preserved in the Dead Sea Scrolls and New Testament.

Pathway to Living Faith

Pathway to Living Faith
Author: Lenya Heitzig
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2002
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780842372343

Bible study, commentary notes, and journaling questions guide women through James, helping them apply biblical truths to their lives.

The Deeply Formed Life

The Deeply Formed Life
Author: Rich Villodas
Publisher: WaterBrook
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2021-08-31
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0525654402

During our chaotic times, discover five forgotten values that can spark internal growth and help us reconcile our Christian faith with the complexities of race, sexuality, and social justice. WINNER OF THE CHRISTIANITY TODAY BOOK AWARD Most believers live in the state of “being a Christian” without ever being deeply formed by Christ. Our pace is too frenetic to be in union with God, and we don’t know how to quiet our hearts and minds to be present. Our emotions are unhealthy and compartmentalized. We feel unable to love well or live differently from the rest of the world—to live as people of the good news. New York pastor Rich Villodas says we must restore balance, focus, and meaning for our souls. The Deeply Formed Life lays out a fresh vision for spiritual breakthrough following five key values: • Contemplative Rhythms Value: slowing down our lives to be with God. • Racial Justice Value: examining a multi-layered approach to pursuing racial justice and reconciliation. • Interior Examination Value: looking beneath the surface of our lives to live free and love well. • Sexual Wholeness Value: exploring how our sexuality connects with our spirituality. • Missional Presence Value: living as the presence of Christ in a broken world. The Deeply Formed Life is a roadmap to live in the richly rooted place we all yearn for: a place of communion with God, a place where we find our purpose. Praise for The Deeply Formed Life “The Deeply Formed Life is a book for our time. Honest, wise, insightful, funny, and—above all—deep. The way Rich and New Life Fellowship hold emotional health and racial justice together is beyond inspiring. This is spiritual formation for the future of the church.”—John Mark Comer, pastor of teaching and vision at Bridgetown Church and author of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry “I’ve studied the Bible under Pastor Rich’s leadership for close to a decade. The core values he shares in this book serve as guidance, not only for how we should live as Christians in an ever-changing world but also for how we can live a life of purpose—that consistently and enthusiastically points to Jesus.”—Susan Kelechi Watson, actress from the awardwinning television series This Is Us

Recalibrate Your Life

Recalibrate Your Life
Author: Kenneth Boa
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 155
Release: 2023-02-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1514000733

Times of transition, especially in midlife or later life, are ideal moments for recalibrating our priorities and habits. Ken Boa and Jenny Abel give us the practical tools and eternal perspective needed to evaluate our God-given gifts, skills, wisdom, resources, and opportunities in order to live meaningfully now and into the future.

The 166 Lifestyle

The 166 Lifestyle
Author: Marc Lawson
Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers
Total Pages: 235
Release: 2011-07-28
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0768498481

The 166 Lifestyle gives a vivid and inspiring description of the new normal Christian lifestyle which all believers are called to by JC to walk in on a daily basis. It proposes a model of living patterned after what we see in the book of Acts and which the body of North Gate Church has been attempting to walk out the last 4 years. This supernatural lifestyle that the disciples and apostles modeled is NOT a pipe dream but attainable and sustainable with a few clear changes to our ways of thinking and living.

Simpler Living, Compassionate Life

Simpler Living, Compassionate Life
Author: Michael Schut
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 297
Release: 2009-07-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0819227234

A diverse compilation of essays that explore the complex idea of simplicity in our lives, community, and environment, and how buying less and decluttering creates an enriching and sustainable life. In a rare collection of voices, the authors of Simpler Living, Compassionate Life explore voluntary simplicity as a path to wholeness and abundance. Henri Nouwen, Cecile Andrews, Richard Foster, and 19 other writers encourage you to listen to your own story, and to respond to dialogue about the fundamental issues of life: time, money, food, spirituality, heritage, and community. A diversity of voices and a helpful study guide make this an effective tool for individuals and groups ready to consider alternatives to high-price, high-stress “good life”: the riches of simplicity and compassion. “Simpler Living, Compassionate Life is an excellent resource for anyone wishing to have a comprehensive overview of the myriad ways living more simply has positively affected our culture. It is a delightful and practical guide for creating simplicity in our own lives, our communities, and for the benefit of our culture.”—Elaine James, author of Simplify Your Life and Inner Simplicity

Desert Banquet

Desert Banquet
Author: David G. R. Keller
Publisher: Liturgical Press
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2011
Genre: History
ISBN: 0814633870

The wisdom of the desert fathers and mothers lies in their experiences of solitude, prayer, community life, work, and care for their neighbors. Their goal was transformation of their lives through openness to the presence and energy of God in Christ. They taught by example and by sharing narratives and sayings that reflect the deep human psychological and spiritual aspects of their journey toward authentic human life. The venue for their transformation was the whole person 'body, mind, and spirit. They emphasized self-knowledge, humility, purity of heart, and love of God and neighbor. Far from being naïve, their sayings and narratives reflect honest struggles, temptations, and failures. They also demonstrate the disciplines of prayer and meditation that kept them centered in God as their only source of strength. The daily reflections in Desert Banquet introduce readers to a variety of these early Christian mentors and offer reflections on the significance of their wisdom for life in the twenty-first century. David G. R.Keller, an Episcopal priest, is adjunct professor of ascetical theology at the General Theological Seminary in New York City. He is co-steward, with his wife, Emily Wilmer, of Oasis of Wisdom: An Institute for Contemplative Study, Practice, and Living based in Asheville, North Carolina (www.oasisofwisdom.net). He is the author of Oasis of Wisdom: The Worlds of the Desert Fathers and Mothers (Liturgical Press) and Come and See: The Transformation of Personal Prayer (Morehouse Publishing).