The first comprehensive resource for teaching spiritual leadership development in the twenty-first century—for all faith traditions.America is changing. Technology, social networking, global economics, immigration, migration and multiculturalism urge communities of faith to expand their vision of spiritual leadership and reflect on how leaders can better serve congregations and communities in the twenty-first century.In this multifaith, cross-cultural and c...

It's never too late to deepen your relationship with God! Through an integration of faith, prayer, reason, and knowledge to understand scripture, readers are shown how to live a meaningful Christian life. This structured and inspirational work draws on theological foundations, biblical analysis, and practical spiritual guidance—aiming to encourage humility, inquiry, and community engagement in faith. Part of this analysis includes asking questions that begin with who, when, what, where, or...

Offered out of a deep sense of gratitude for being allowed to sojourn with those facing end-of-life for over twenty years, this book provides a guide for patients, caregivers and hospice staff on how to navigate this crucial time for the best outcomes possible in this life situation. The second part of this work is a collection of thought provoking and emotion evoking reflections, poetry and prose, on grief and the grieving process. We only get one chance to get this right, and this book i...

Embark on a Journey of Hope and TransformationIn the realm of heartfelt stories and spiritual enrichment, a profound narrative emerges to stir the souls of those who seek meaning amidst the tumult of life. "JABEZ: A Narrative of Hope and Resilience" presents a moving saga that weaves timeless wisdom with the power of faith, ushering readers into a world where limitations are surpassed and abundance flourishes.Introducing David Udoh, a master storyteller who artfully combine...

What happens when an atheist and a believer find themselves next door neighbours? What happens when religion finds itself in a culture of science and secularism? Could they hold hands? Could they fall in love?Faith in Doubt claims that churches speak about faith and God only from within the world view of an ancient culture—as foreign to modern people as Latin. No wonder there is a precipitous decline in church attendance. Faith in Doubt proposes that churches start a conversation w...

Ready for your spirit to feel whole again? These daily meditations provide trauma survivors with a daily experience of the emotional and spiritual healing that our soul wants for us. Based on years of counseling and spiritual coaching of survivors of all types of traumas, the authors invite readers to a daily healing and empowering connection to their soul and conscious contact with their Higher Power.Peace is an inside job. Deep within you is an indestructible soul whose voice and...

You are called to a higher place in GOD.A hunger for more is growing in the hearts of an increasing numberof Christians who sense that what God has promised is muchgreater than what they've actually experienced. But the answers won'tbe found in the spiritual hero on the platform despite how good themessages might be.Ultimately, the solution can be found only in a deeper understandingof the Father's heart. In Yes...

Still Hurting? FIND HEALTH! presents a new model of disease, which empowers readers suffering with pain, symptoms (e.g., fatigue), and symptom syndromes (e.g., irritable bowel, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue) that doctors can't explain. Whatever their philosophical, spiritual, religious, or secular world views, readers will discover how and why they hurt and what they can do to help themselves and work effectively with their caring professionals. EVERYONE HURTS. Everyone is symptomatic from...

Practical tips and inspiring thoughts for living a life of abundance and spirit-filled generosity.Giving of your resources is a profound act that can change your life and the lives of those around you. With gentleness and wisdom, this practical guide outlines the ways in which cultivating a lifestyle of generosity can be a source of personal transformation, spiritual renewal and deep joy. You will learn about:Giving as Worship—how the...

Doolittle and Heim examine the complex interplay between modern medicine, religion, and spirituality.Medicine and religion share many concerns: suffering and illness, healing and well-being. The biological model of illness empowers medicine to bring dramatic improvements in physical health. At the same time, modern medicine often ignores the spiritual needs of patients and deeper challenges of holistic healing. In turn, religious institutions have always supported ...

Loving God is a book of Christian poems to support the reader in their spiritual growth. Three sections explore loving God, loving our neighbor, and loving ourselves.Dr. Whitney's education in both theology and psychology provide a unique perspective to his poems leading readers to think more deeply about how our faith can positively influence our behavior.

When Thomas discovers a strange stone covered with symbols and runes near Hadrian’s Wall, he finds himself drawn into the mystery of a secret, ancient organization known as the Stewards. Consulting his fellow academics, the archaeologist is determined to learn more about this elite group and their apparent connection to extraterrestrial visits to Earth over the course of human evolution.The protagonist slowly unravels a hidden story of Alien influence, from early agricultural devel...