Hard Faith

Author : John Hayes
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781469635330

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Hard, Hard Religion by John Hayes Pdf

In his captivating study of faith and class, John Hayes examines the ways folk religion in the early twentieth century allowed the South's poor--both white and black--to listen, borrow, and learn from each other about what it meant to live as Christians in a world of severe struggle. Beneath the well-documented religious forms of the New South, people caught in the region's poverty crafted a distinct folk Christianity that spoke from the margins of capitalist development, giving voice to modern phenomena like alienation and disenchantment. Through haunting songs of death, mystical tales of conversion, grassroots sacramental displays, and an ethic of neighborliness, impoverished folk Christians looked for the sacred in their midst and affirmed the value of this life in this world. From Tom Watson and W. E. B. Du Bois over a century ago to political commentators today, many have ruminated on how, despite material commonalities, the poor of the South have been perennially divided by racism. Through his excavation of a folk Christianity of the poor, which fused strands of African and European tradition into a new synthesis, John Hayes recovers a historically contingent moment of interracial exchange generated in hardship.

Author : Shelby Abbott
Publisher : New Growth Press
Page : 7 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2020-08-17
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781645070924

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DoubtLess by Shelby Abbott Pdf

Is God good? Can I trust him with my life? Is the Bible true? These are just some of the questions that can plague young adults as they stand at the crossroads of life. Shelby Abbott comes alongside young adults to help them honestly face their misgivings and turn to God for the gift of faith, encouraging them to see the difference between ...

Author : Jefferson Bethke
Publisher : HarperChristian + ORM
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-14
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781400205400

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Jesus > Religion by Jefferson Bethke Pdf

Abandon dead, dry, religious rule-keeping and embrace the promise of being truly known and deeply loved. Jefferson Bethke burst into the cultural conversation with a passionate, provocative poem titled "Why I Hate Religion, But Love Jesus." The 4-minute video became an overnight sensation, with 7 million YouTube views in its first 48 hours (and 23+ million in a year). Bethke's message clearly struck a chord with believers and nonbelievers alike, triggering an avalanche of responses running the gamut from encouraged to enraged. In his New York Times bestseller Jesus > Religion, Bethke unpacks similar contrasts that he drew in the poem--highlighting the difference between teeth gritting and grace, law and love, performance and peace, despair, and hope. With refreshing candor, he delves into the motivation behind his message, beginning with the unvarnished tale of his own plunge from the pinnacle of a works-based, fake-smile existence that sapped his strength and led him down a path of destructive behavior. Along the way, Bethke gives you the tools you need to: Humbly and prayerfully open your mind Understand Jesus for all that he is View the church from a brand-new perspective Bethke is quick to acknowledge that he's not a pastor or theologian, but simply an ordinary, twenty-something who cried out for a life greater than the one for which he had settled. On this journey, Bethke discovered the real Jesus, who beckoned him with love beyond the props of false religion. Praise for Jesus > Religion: "Jeff's book will make you stop and listen to a voice in your heart that may have been drowned out by the noise of religion. Listen to that voice, then follow it--right to the feet of Jesus." --Bob Goff, author of New York Times bestsellers Love Does and Everybody, Always "The book you hold in your hands is Donald Miller's Blue Like Jazz meets C. S. Lewis's Mere Christianity meets Augustine's Confessions. This book is going to awaken an entire generation to Jesus and His grace." --Derwin L. Gray, lead pastor of Transformation Church, author of Limitless Life: Breaking Free from the Labels That Hold You Back

Author : Daniel M. Berg
Publisher : Xulon Press
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2006-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781600343896

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Hard Faith by Daniel M. Berg Pdf

Author : Lina AbuJamra
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 155 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802499431

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Fractured Faith by Lina AbuJamra Pdf

After your faith has fractured, let what takes its place be the real thing . . . at last. Somewhere along the way, the Christianity you knew began to crumble. You began to suspect your faith was misplaced. Disillusionment set in. Churches hurt you. Their people failed you. Christian institutions were exposed as fake. And in it all, God was silent. Is He gone? Or is God really there, waiting for you to find Him instead of the counterfeits? If you’re walking this difficult spiritual path, Lina AbuJamra understands you. After experiencing the near deconstruction of her own faith, Lina had to rebuild something more solid when the faith she once knew let her down. With her diagnostic style that comes from her training as an ER doc, Lina helps you grapple with questions like: Where is God in my pain? Is this how Christians are supposed to act? Why did my story end up this way? Is this the normal Christian life? Why is it so hard for Christians to love? Let Fractured Faith help you find your way back to God. You just might discover that the real God has been waiting for you all along.

Author : G.E.M. Anscombe
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2017-04-11
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781845402822

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Faith in a Hard Ground by G.E.M. Anscombe Pdf

Elizabeth Anscombe’s forthright philosophy speaks directly to many religious and ethical issues of current concern.This collection of her essays forms a companion volume to the critically acclaimed Human Life, Action and Ethics, published in 2005.

Author : Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Rick Lynch,Mark Dagostino
Publisher : Savio Republic
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781682612576

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Work Hard, Pray Hard by Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Rick Lynch,Mark Dagostino Pdf

Author : Susan DiMickele
Publisher : David C Cook
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-22
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0781404509

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Chasing Superwoman by Susan DiMickele Pdf

The Christian community tends to operate under the assumption that the only women attending church are traditional stay-at-home moms. But in truth, more than 75% of mothers with school-age children work outside the home. Chasing Superwoman gives these working mothers what they’ve been craving—a funny, intelligent, relevant exploration of what it means to live out a vibrant faith amidst the many demands placed on their time and energy. Chasing Superwoman provides a much needed dialogue (not a formula) about the complex spiritual struggle of the working mother, plus a lot of laughter and encouragement for working women to embrace their busy life and trust God’s grace for getting it all done.

Author : Deborah J. Simmons-Roslak,Linda J. Orber
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781532617508

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Love, God by Deborah J. Simmons-Roslak,Linda J. Orber Pdf

Take a Moment to Listen: Come gentle child, come rest in my heart—for I am here deep within your own. If you can still yourself just for a moment, you can hear me whisper your name. You can hear me whisper the depth of my eternal love for you, in this moment and always. Let me quiet your frightened mind, and hold your unsettled heart—for I will give you peace, the very moment you ask. Let me fill your heart with my love, and wrap my arms around you in absolute tenderness and grace. In that moment you will know with certainty that I am forever with you. Love, God This book is an invitation to God’s loving presence. It is an invitation to deepen your relationship with God. It includes a quote from a spiritual leader, commentary, a Bible quote, and a guided meditation. It also includes a moment to fully imagine God speaking directly to your own heart. This gives you an invitation to learn to turn to his love and presence throughout the day and into the evening. As you open your heart you will learn again and again that God is there with you. You are never alone.

Author : Alex Harris,Brett Harris
Publisher : Multnomah
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2016-04-19
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781601428295

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Do Hard Things by Alex Harris,Brett Harris Pdf

ECPA BESTSELLER • Discover a movement of Christian young people who are rebelling against the low expectations of their culture by choosing to “do hard things” for the glory of God. Foreword by Chuck Norris • “One of the most life-changing, family-changing, church-changing, and culture-changing books of this generation.”—Randy Alcorn, bestselling author of Heaven Combating the idea of adolescence as a vacation from responsibility, Alex and Brett Harris weave together biblical insights, history, and modern examples to redefine the teen years as the launching pad of life and map a clear trajectory for long-term fulfillment and eternal impact. Written by teens for teens, Do Hard Things is packed with humorous personal anecdotes, practical examples, and stories of real-life rebelutionaries in action. This rallying cry from the heart of revolution already in progress challenges you to lay claim to a brighter future, starting today. Now featuring a conversation guide, 100 real-life examples of hard things tackled by other young people, and stories of young men and women who have taken the book’s charge to heart, Do Hard Things will inspire a new generation of rebelutionaries.

Author : AM Beam
Publisher : DW Beam Publishing
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-26
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781943455065

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Faith's Journey West by AM Beam Pdf

At first, eleven year old Faith has mixed feelings about her family's decision to leave their home and everything they have ever known, but she soon becomes excited. She can't wait to see what adventures await! Join her family as they embark on the journey of a lifetime, a journey west!

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on the Judiciary. Subcommittee on the Constitution
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Political Science
ISBN : PURD:32754070304732

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Constitutional Role of Faith-based Organizations in Competitions for Federal Social Service Funds by United States. Congress. House. Committee on the Judiciary. Subcommittee on the Constitution Pdf

Author : Thomas Boston
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 680 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780359573271

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The Doctrine of the Christian Religion: An Illustration With Respect to Faith and Practice, Vol. 02 by Thomas Boston Pdf

Author : Sonia Hartl
Publisher : Page Street Kids
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-03
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 1624147976

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Have a Little Faith in Me by Sonia Hartl Pdf

Firsts meets "Saved!" in this standout feminist contemporary that deftly balances humor and heart as it takes a meaningful look at virginity and what it means to lose it. When CeCe’s born-again ex-boyfriend dumps her after they had sex, she follows him to Jesus camp in order to win him back. Problem: She knows nothing about Jesus. But her best friend Paul does. He accompanies CeCe to camp, and the plan—God’s or CeCe’s—goes immediately awry when her ex shows up with a new girlfriend, a True Believer at that. Scrambling to save face, CeCe ropes Paul into faking a relationship. But as deceptions stack up, she questions whether her ex is the nice guy she thought. Maybe their romance was as phony as her beliefs? And what about her strange new feelings for Paul—is this love, lust, or an illusion born of heartbreak? To figure it out, she’ll have to confront the reasons she chased her ex to camp in the first place, including the truth about the night she lost her virginity.

Author : John Tillotson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1695
Category : Faith
ISBN : BSB:BSB11292123

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Of Sincerity and Constancy in the Faith and Profession of the True Religion, in Several Sermons by John Tillotson Pdf