Encountering Earth

Author : Trevor George Hunsberger Bechtel,Matt Eaton,Tim Harvie
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2018-05-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781498297844

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Encountering Earth by Trevor George Hunsberger Bechtel,Matt Eaton,Tim Harvie Pdf

One day, Matthew Eaton was walking through an impromptu animal shelter display at his local pet store when suddenly an eight-month-old kitten dug his claws into Eaton’s flesh. Eaton recognized that the “eyes of this cat and the curve of his claw” compelled a response analogous to those found in the writings of Buber, Levinas, and Derrida. And not just Eaton but a whole community of theologians have found themselves in an encounter with particular places and animals that demands rich theological reflection. Eaton enlisted fellow editors Harvie and Bechtel to collect the essays in this volume, in which theologians listen to horses, rats, snakes, cats, dogs, and the earth itself, who become new theological voices demanding a response. In this volume, the voice of the more-than-human world is heard as making theology possible. These essays suggest that what we say theologically represents not simply ideas of our own making subsequently superimposed onto the natural world through our own discovery, but rather flow from an expressive Earth. With additional contributions from: Kimberly Carfore Lisa E. Dahill Celia Deane-Drummond Heather Eaton Nathan Kowalsky Abigail Lofte Jame Schaefer Cristina D. Vanin Mark Wallace Grace Y. Kao Chris Carter John Berkman Laura Hobgood

Author : Trevor George Hunsberger Bechtel,Matt Eaton,Tim Harvie
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781498297851

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Encountering Earth by Trevor George Hunsberger Bechtel,Matt Eaton,Tim Harvie Pdf

One day, Matthew Eaton was walking through an impromptu animal shelter display at his local pet store when suddenly an eight-month-old kitten dug his claws into Eaton's flesh. Eaton recognized that the "eyes of this cat and the curve of his claw" compelled a response analogous to those found in the writings of Buber, Levinas, and Derrida. And not just Eaton but a whole community of theologians have found themselves in an encounter with particular places and animals that demands rich theological reflection. Eaton enlisted fellow editors Harvie and Bechtel to collect the essays in this volume, in which theologians listen to horses, rats, snakes, cats, dogs, and the earth itself, who become new theological voices demanding a response. In this volume, the voice of the more-than-human world is heard as making theology possible. These essays suggest that what we say theologically represents not simply ideas of our own making subsequently superimposed onto the natural world through our own discovery, but rather flow from an expressive Earth.

Author : John Hart
Publisher : Lutterworth Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2015-03-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780718843892

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Encountering ETI by John Hart Pdf

'Encountering ETI' weaves together scientific knowledge and spiritual faith in a cosmic context. It explores consequences of Contact between terrestrial intelligent life (TI) and extraterrestrial intelligent life (ETI). Humans will face cosmic displacement if there are other complex, technologically advanced intelligent beings in the universe; our economic structures and religious beliefs might need substantial revision. On Earth or in space, humans could encounter benevolent ETI (solicitous ofour striving for maturity as a species) or malevolent ETI (seeking our land and goods to benefit themselves, claiming that their 'superior civilization' gives them the right) - or meet both types of species. Earth Encounters of the Third Kind described by witnesses (including Native American elders) suggest that both may have arrived already: some have been accused of shutting down US and USSR ICBM missiles to promote peace; others of mutilating cattle or abducting people, perhaps to acquire physiological data on biota for scientific study or for other, unknown purposes. Scifi movies such as Avatar and novels like The Martian Chronicles describe humans as malevolent ETI aliens: we do to others what we fear others will do to us. A shared and evolving spiritual materiality could enable humanity to overcome cosmic displacement, and guide TI and ETI in a common quest for meaning and wellbeing on cosmic common ground.

Author : Cynthia Pinto
Publisher : LIT Verlag Münster
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9783643800954

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Encountering Christ in the Suffering Humanity (Mt 25:31-46) by Cynthia Pinto Pdf

Author : Thomas Nelson
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 1897 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2023-11-07
Category : Bibles
ISBN : 9780785288145

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Encountering God Study Bible: Insights from Blackaby Ministries on Living Our Faith (NKJV) by Thomas Nelson Pdf

Encounter God through the Scriptures as you are guided by the wisdom and experience of the Blackaby family. The deepest need of every human heart is to encounter God. To meet with God, to be changed by Him, and to become more like Him as a result. For decades, the Blackaby family has dedicated their ministry to helping believers address this deepest need. Now you can learn from their insights to experience deeper encounters with God as you develop a regular routine of Bible reading and study in the Encountering God Study Bible. The Encountering God Study Bible is the crowning work of the Blackabys. Featuring their trusted approach to Bible study, explanatory notes, word studies, biblical character sketches, historical encounters with lives of exemplary faith, articles highlighting the creative nature of God, and other articles defending the faith, you will be encouraged to see that you can encounter God in His Word—and that He wants to encounter you through it. Features include: Encounter Notes highlighting how God might choose to encounter you in His Word Articles highlighting the creative nature of God by Daniel Blackaby Articles defending the lasting truths of the faith by Mike Blackaby Rich explanatory notes explaining ideas, events, people, and places in the text to make the meaning clear Word studies, character studies, and biographical sketches of church history figures all written by members of the Blackaby family Book introductions setting the scene for each biblical book and its importance for encountering God Timeline of the biblical narrative A succinct harmony of the Gospels Chart of the prophecies fulfilled by Jesus as Messiah Reading plans Center-column reference set Full NKJV concordance Index to word studies, character studies, historical encounters, apologetic, and aesthetic articles Clear and readable NKJV Comfort Print® in a 9-point print size

Author : Michael R. Trice
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2011-04-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789004205598

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Encountering Cruelty: The Fracture of the Human Heart by Michael R. Trice Pdf

Drawing on Nietzsche's challenge to the western tradition, this book is a theological exploration of cruelty in its personal, communal and institutional encounters in human life. Cruelty undermines care, trust, respect and justice, and its study opens a window into the theological possibility of reconciliation today.

Author : Chris Impey,Anna H. Spitz,William Stoeger
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780816599226

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Encountering Life in the Universe by Chris Impey,Anna H. Spitz,William Stoeger Pdf

Are we alone in the universe? Are the planets our playground to treat as we will, or do we have a responsibility to other creatures who may inhabit or use them? Do we have a right to dump trash in space or leave vehicles on Mars or the moon? How should we interact with other life forms? Encountering Life in the Universe examines the intersection of scientific research and society to further explore the ethics of how to behave in a universe where much is unknown. Taking contributions from notable experts in several fields, the editors skillfully introduce and develop a broad look at the moral questions facing humans on Earth and beyond. Major advances in biology, biotechnology, and medicine create an urgency to ethical considerations in those fields. Astrobiology goes on to debate how we might behave as we explore new worlds, or create new life in the laboratory, or interact with extraterrestrial life forms. Stimulated by new technologies for scientific exploration on and off the Earth, astrobiology is establishing itself as a distinct scientific endeavor. In what way can established philosophies provide guidance for the new frontiers opened by astrobiology research? Can the foundations of ethics and moral philosophy help answer questions about modifying other planets? Or about how to conduct experiments to create life in the lab or about? How to interact with organisms we might discover on another world? While we wait for the first echo that might indicate life beyond Earth, astobiologists, along with philosophers, theologians, artists, and the general public, are exploring how we might behave—even before we know for sure they are there. Encountering Life in the Universe is a remarkable resource for such philosophical challenges.

Author : Jerame Nelson
Publisher : Authentic Media Inc
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781780783758

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Encountering Angels by Jerame Nelson Pdf

The Bible is full of stories of angels interacting with humankind, but what about today? In this breakthrough book by prophet Jerame Nelson, you will understand that angels do indeed dwell among us, and play an important role in God's plan of evangelism. More than just an interesting collection of angel encounters, Nelson goes beyond just describing angels (amazing encounters, their biblical significance, etc.) to revealing: - The purpose of angels in human form; - Varieties and types of angels; - How angels can help transform your life; - How to position yourself for angelic encounters; - Their role in God's destiny and plan. The history of the entire Gospel was shaped through angelic activity. Today it may not be as common to hear about angelic visitations and encounters, but they exist and are happening right in our midst!

Author : Chris Impey,Anna H. Spitz,William Stoeger
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780816528707

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Encountering Life in the Universe by Chris Impey,Anna H. Spitz,William Stoeger Pdf

Encountering Life in the Universe examines the intersection of scientific research and society to determine the philosophy and ethics of relating to the Earth and beyond.

Author : M. E. Andrew
Publisher : ATF Press
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781922239051

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Dramatic Encounters in the Bible by M. E. Andrew Pdf

This book began when the author realised that, when people said they were fascinated by particular biblical passages, they were usually ones that presented dramatic encounters between people and between God and people. Such are the passages interpreted in this book. They usually set a vivid scene that heightens the dramatic nature of the encounter, and animated dialogue often directly ad- dresses the reader. There is also animated action that is vividly striking and often sudden and unexpected. These features involve the readers themselves and may question them about what they expect. Indeed the dramatic encounters provocatively lead to unex- pected new life in the future.

Author : Ben Boeckel
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2024-02-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9798385212347

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Encountering Jesus in Revelation by Ben Boeckel Pdf

Is Revelation really worth the effort? Does its message resonate with followers of Jesus in the here and now? Encountering Jesus in Revelation offers pastors and laypeople an accessible tool for studying Revelation within the local church. It situates Revelation in its ancient context while stressing how its apocalyptic nature addresses God’s people at every point in history, including our own. It does this by introducing apocalyptic writing as a form of literature and then surveys the alternative perspective Revelation offers on the world of its readers. That perspective is one in which we encounter Jesus and his call to leave behind the often-unrecognized beasts and monsters that inhabit our world. Readers who find themselves reluctant to study Revelation because of the confusing nature of its contents—and of academic books written about it—will find that Encountering Jesus in Revelation offers accessible and applicable insights as it explores how Revelation addresses its readers today.

Author : Venner J. Alston
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2023-10-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781493440948

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Encountering the Living God by Venner J. Alston Pdf

Experience His Glory Like Never Before! God created us with a supernatural capacity to interact with Him. Our genetic code is uniquely wired to sense and know Him. Yet many believers shy away from this experiential knowledge. Clearing away the confusion, prophetic leader and teacher Venner J. Alston not only gives you a biblical framework for encountering God but also helps you · understand your supernatural capacity to engage with the living God · discern the characteristics of true supernatural moments from heaven · position yourself to experience God in deeper ways · and more! God desires all believers to expect and experience encounters with Him--are you ready?

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1080 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Electronic
ISBN : IND:30000124465091

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NASA Historical Data Book by Anonim Pdf

Author : Robert Lunsford
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2009-02-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780387094618

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Meteors and How to Observe Them by Robert Lunsford Pdf

In this era of high-tech instruments, meteor observing is the one facet of astr- omy that needs nothing more than your naked eye. Meteors can be easily seen without the aid of cameras, binoculars, or telescopes. Just ? nd a comfortable chair and lie back and watch for the surprises that await high above you. It is a great way to involve the family in science where everyone is active at the same time, not wa- ing to take turns at the eyepiece. The kids especially enjoy the hunt for “shooting stars,” oohing and ahing at each streak of light that crosses the sky. While gazing upwards, it is also a great way to get more familiar with the sky by learning the constellations and seeing if you can see the warrior among the stars of Orion or the scorpion among the stars of Scorpius. Until just recently, one could simply go outside and watch for meteors from his or her yard. Unfortunately, humankind’s fear of the dark and the widespread use of lighting as advertisement have lit the nighttime scene in urban areas so that only the brightest stars are visible. Serious meteor observing under such conditions is nearly impossible as the more numerous faint meteors are now lost in the glare of urban skies. Today, a serious meteor observing session entails organizing an outing to a country site where the stars can be seen in all their glory and meteors of all magnitudes can be viewed.

Author : R. Paul Stevens
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2003-01-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0830823832

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Down-to-Earth Spirituality by R. Paul Stevens Pdf

Examining the Genesis account of Jacob, R. Paul Stevens reveals how we can encounter God in the ordinary, boring stuff of daily life.