Finding Hope And Faith In The Face Of Death

Author : Stephen A. Karol
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2018-04-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781532640483

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Finding Hope and Faith in the Face of Death by Stephen A. Karol Pdf

This book is about giving people hope and faith, comfort and inspiration when a death occurs. It is based on my experiences throughout my forty-year career as a rabbi in helping my congregants deal with the emotions and thoughts that occur when a loved one dies. I have grown to understand, and have taught about, the importance of community when we are mourners, and of the absolute emotional and spiritual power of prayer. The book includes lessons that I have learned personally and professionally, lessons that are relevant to the very real issues brought on by sorrow and regret. My messages not only educate those who read them but also convey a sense of faith and hope that can positively affect our transition from mourning to living our lives. And, they are valid for Jews and non-Jews alike—those who attend services, and those who don’t.

Author : Stephen A. Karol
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2018-04-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781532640506

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Finding Hope and Faith in the Face of Death by Stephen A. Karol Pdf

This book is about giving people hope and faith, comfort and inspiration when a death occurs. It is based on my experiences throughout my forty-year career as a rabbi in helping my congregants deal with the emotions and thoughts that occur when a loved one dies. I have grown to understand, and have taught about, the importance of community when we are mourners, and of the absolute emotional and spiritual power of prayer. The book includes lessons that I have learned personally and professionally, lessons that are relevant to the very real issues brought on by sorrow and regret. My messages not only educate those who read them but also convey a sense of faith and hope that can positively affect our transition from mourning to living our lives. And, they are valid for Jews and non-Jews alike--those who attend services, and those who don't.

Author : Georgia Lang Weithe
Publisher : Reflections Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0979034310

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Shining Moments by Georgia Lang Weithe Pdf

"Death is the last chapter in everyone's life story, and while we would rather not dwell on it, we're often hungry for insights and information that will comfort us and calm our fears. In Shining moments: finding hope in facing death, Georgia Weithe provides an intellectual rationale for the importance of coming to terms with death, an emotional glimpse into what it is like to sit vigil while someone we love is dying, and spiritual directions for how to create an atmosphere of comfort and safety to support the dying person and help them let go. The book shines a positive light on death to help us accept its presence in our lives. It offers readers the hopeful message that when we have found the key to living with the knowledge of our own death, the door to inner peace and the hope of fulfilling our true purpose on earth is opened. Shining Moments is a valuable resource for all who have an intellectual curiosity about death, for friends and family members of loved ones who are in the final stage of life, and for Hospice and other end-of-life care professionals who assist them with their journey"--Publisher's description.

Author : Laurel Seiler Brunvoll,David G. Seiler
Publisher : Multnomah Books
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1576737608

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Life on Hold by Laurel Seiler Brunvoll,David G. Seiler Pdf

"Life on Hold" answers the needs of many people who face a health crisis of long duration. Written by a father and daughter who lost their wife and mother to an extended battle with cancer, this sensitive personal journal is dotted with examples from other real-life survivors. A practical, spiritual handbook, it shows readers how to trust God during a season of recovery or release.

Author : Gail Forsyth-Vail,Tracey L. Hurd
Publisher : Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1558965289

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Stories in Faith by Gail Forsyth-Vail,Tracey L. Hurd Pdf

Author : Timothy Keller
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2021-10-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1529325773

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On Death by Timothy Keller Pdf

Author : Christine Longaker
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Bereavement
ISBN : 0712677577

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Facing Death and Finding Hope by Christine Longaker Pdf

Christine Longaker's experience with death and care of the dying began in 1976 when her husband was diagnosed with acute leukemia at the age of twenty-four. Since his death, she has devoted her life to ease the suffering of those facing death. In "Facing Death and Finding Hope, " she clearly and compassionately identifies the typical fears and struggles experienced by the dying and their families. The core of this book is presented in "Four Tasks of Living and Dying," using the Tibetan Buddhist perspective on death to provide a new framework of meaning. A book of great depth and grace, it is destined to become a classic in the literature on death and dying.

Author : Sandisiwe Gxaba
Publisher : Sandisiwe Gxaba
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-28
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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My Hope Is Dead by Sandisiwe Gxaba Pdf

You ever notice how when you lose someone you hold dearly to your heart; you tend to question Gods existence or maybe that’s just me. Losing his wife made him question God and in the process he lost his faith in him because he didn’t understand why he would let her die after the endless prayers and fasting she and he went through. You see at some point in life Wandile had hope, hope that things would be better but he blames God, he claims that he killed his hope and since then he’s been asking himself one question; Is there even a God up there? This question is normal for Christians when they lose loved ones, but it's mostly common for those with weaker faith in the almighty. You see when you in a situation where by all you’ve ever done is lose you bound to lose all hope and faith in him and the last thing you want to hear is people preaching to you about the goodness of God and honestly this book takes you through the rollercoaster ride of faith and hope working together and how they relate to each other. I didn’t right this book to make you question your faith further but it was mostly about me finding my own healing in God. Losing a loved one is not easy to get over, it requires time and trust me with time you do find healing and I am happy to have written this particular book because I came to learn that a lot of people found their healing in this particular book. Yes it is sad and painful and maybe tests ones faith but it all comes together in the end with a happy ever after in Christ. Take this journey with Wandile as he tries to find his healing.

Author : Nancy Guthrie,David Guthrie
Publisher : Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781604829686

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When Your Family's Lost a Loved One by Nancy Guthrie,David Guthrie Pdf

All families eventually face the loss of a loved one. When it happens, it can place great strain on a marriage, as well as on other relationships. That's partly because we don't know what to do with our feelings and partly because every family member grieves in his or her own way. In this book, Nancy and David Guthrie explore the family dynamics involved when a loved one dies—and debunk some myths about family grief. Through their own experiences of losing two young children and interviews with those who've faced losing spouses and parents, they show how grief can actually pull a family closer together rather than tearing it apart.

Author : Christopher Kerr,Carine Mardorossian
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02-11
Category : Death
ISBN : 1787478939

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Death Is But a Dream by Christopher Kerr,Carine Mardorossian Pdf

The first book to explore the meaningful dreams and visions that bring comfort as death nears. Experiences at the end of life testify to our greatest needs: to love and be loved, to be nurtured and feel connected, to be remembered and forgiven. Christopher Kerr is a hospice doctor. All of his patients die. Yet he has tended to thousands of patients who, in the face of death, speak of love, meaning and grace. They reveal that there is hope beyond cure as they transition to focus on personal meaning. In this extraordinary and beautiful book, Dr. Kerr shares his patients' stories and his own research pointing to death as not purely the end of life, but as a final passage of humanity and transcendence. Drawing on interviews with over 1,200 patients and more than a decade of quantified data , Dr. Kerr reveals why pre-death dreams and visions are remarkable events that bring comfort and exemplify human resilience. These are not regular dreams. Described as "more real than real," they frequently include loved ones long gone and mark the transition from distress to acceptance. These end-of-life experiences help patients restore meaning, make sense of the dying process and assist in reclaiming it as an experience in which they have a say. They also benefit the bereaved who get relief from seeing their loved ones pass with a sense of calm closure. Beautifully written with astonishing stories, this book, at its heart, celebrates the power to reclaim how we die, while soothing the bereaved who witness their loved ones go with unqualified grace.

Author : Preston Parrish,Glenda Parrish
Publisher : Harvest House Publishers
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2011-03-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780736940450

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Finding Hope in Times of Grief by Preston Parrish,Glenda Parrish Pdf

Preston and Glenda Parrish experienced the sudden death of their 25-year-old son, Nathan, in the same week that Preston’s father died. In Finding Hope in Times of Grief, the Parrishes candidly share their story and the struggles they faced, as well as how they found hope in Christ and in the pages of the Bible. Writing not from theory but from experience, the Parrishes come alongside others who grieve, pointing them to God’s all-sufficient grace, grace that is great enough to infuse even their worst moments with His comfort. This book will help those who grieve to know God’s presence and peace in the midst of their suffering realize that hope still exists and can be known understand that their suffering can assume a place of purpose in their life and in the lives of others Finding Hope in Times of Grief points readers to the surpassing hope we have in Christ and the comfort that comes ultimately from God Himself. This book will also help family members and friends better understand how to support those who grieve.

Author : Timothy Keller
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780525560807

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Hope in Times of Fear by Timothy Keller Pdf

The Resurrection accounts of Jesus in the Gospels are the most dramatic and impactful stories ever told. One similarity unites each testimony--that none of his most loyal and steadfast followers could "see" it was him, back from the dead. The reason for this is at the very foundation of the Christian faith. She turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not realize that it was Jesus. (John 20:14) Hope in the Time of Fear is a book that unlocks the meaning of Jesus's resurrection for readers. Easter is considered the most solemn and important holiday for Christians. It is a time of spiritual rebirth and a time of celebrating the physical rebirth of Jesus after three days in the tomb. For his devoted followers, nothing could prepare them for the moment they met the resurrected Jesus. Each failed to recognize him. All of them physically saw him and yet did not spiritually truly see him. It was only when Jesus reached out and invited them to see who he truly was that their eyes were open. Here the central message of the Christian faith is revealed in a way only Timothy Keller could do it--filled with unshakable belief, piercing insight, and a profound new way to look at a story you think you know. After reading this book, the true meaning of Easter will no longer be unseen.

Author : Nancy Guthrie,David Guthrie
Publisher : Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2013-01-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781604829686

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When Your Family's Lost a Loved One by Nancy Guthrie,David Guthrie Pdf

All families eventually face the loss of a loved one. When it happens, it can place great strain on a marriage, as well as on other relationships. That's partly because we don't know what to do with our feelings and partly because every family member grieves in his or her own way. In this book, Nancy and David Guthrie explore the family dynamics involved when a loved one dies—and debunk some myths about family grief. Through their own experiences of losing two young children and interviews with those who've faced losing spouses and parents, they show how grief can actually pull a family closer together rather than tearing it apart.

Author : Thomas Hartman
Publisher : Liguori Publications
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0892436395

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The Matter of Life and Death by Thomas Hartman Pdf

With the sensitivity, wisdom, and conviction that are the marks of his pastoral work and telecommunications ministry, Hartman--who has extensive experience in counseling the bereaved--brings readers into an awareness of their own mortality, while affirming their hope in life after death. Hartman is the bestselling author of Where Does God Live?.

Author : Paul David Tripp
Publisher : New Growth Press
Page : 13 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2005-03-24
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781938267482

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Grief by Paul David Tripp Pdf

No matter what the circumstances, death shakes us to the core. It seems so wrong, and it is! We long for comfort, but we don't know where to look. Can God really help when we are overwhelmed with grief? With compassion and biblical wisdom, Paul David Tripp shows us how to think and what to do when death enters our door. He reminds us that ...