Spiritual Wisdom

Jazz is Healing! Sometimes you find something wonderful you never knew you were looking for. ~~from The Spiritual Treasure of Jazz: Wisdom that will Make Your Life Swing! "Jazz stirs the possibilities for creativity in the moment. Jazz is about the human character. Jazz is about feeling, not just about entertainment. Jazz is healing." --Herbie Hancock, Jazz Pianist and Composer The Spiritual Treasure of Jazz is a blessed bounty of reflections, scriptures, prayers, music playlists, and study questions (curiosity rhythms) created to be equally effective for personal and group exploration. ...

Christians believe many myths about emotions: Emotions lead you astray. Emotions aren’t spiritual. And the biggest myth: God is not emotional. These myths, combined with a lack of training work together to create Christians who are fragile, reactive, and emotionally immature.

What if Buddha was a Zen hippie? Buddhi isn’t your typical spiritual guide. Named “Buddha” by his free-spirited, hippie parents, he tweaked the name to something that felt a little more down-to-earth. After trading his Ferrari for a beat-up 1968 VW bus and swapping the chaos of Wall Street for a quiet lotus pond, he’s searching for enlightenment. With a dragonfly named Miles as his muse, Buddhi has turned the pond into the epicenter of his journey toward mindfulness. Armed with a ukulele, truly terrible coffee, and an irreverent sense of humor, he blogs his way through life’s big ...

“In the rugged terrains of Afghanistan, a unique battle brews—one not just of bullets and strategies but of beliefs and soul-stirring revelations. Major Arjuna, a skilled combatant with the coalition forces, faces an inner turmoil as he prepares to engage with insurgents in a remote village. The stakes are personal—leading the insurgents is his very own mentor, a man who once taught him the profound verses of the Bhagavad-Gita. Amid the chaos, Arjuna grapples with haunting questions of duty, righteousness, and morality. When the divine intervenes, taking the form of an unexpected ...

Modern Christians are steeped in a language so distorted that it has become a stumbling block to the religion, says internationally renowned Bible scholar Marcus J. Borg. Borg argues that Christianity';s important words, and the sacred texts and stories in which those words are embedded, have been narrowed by a modern framework for the faith that emphasizes sin, forgiveness, Jesus dying for our sins, and the afterlife. Here, Borg employs the "historical-metaphorical" method for understanding Christian language that can restore for us thesewords of power and transformation.

Echoes of the Divine explores 15 of the most profound and timeless spiritual questions through the lens of Eastern wisdom and various faith traditions. Drawing on centuries of spiritual teachings, this book delves into the mysteries of life, the nature of God, the purpose of existence, and the path to spiritual enlightenment. From the exploration of karma to the significance of meditation, forgiveness, and the integration of spirituality in daily life, Echoes of the Divine provides insights that transcend religious boundaries and offer universal truths. Through a series of thought-provoking...

Imagine if you could have some of your questions about life and the universe answered by a cat. Yes, a cat…and not only that, but a cat with a sense of humor. These philosophical and often funny “cat chats” explain human life from a feline perspective. You will learn “whisker wisdom” at its finest. Bella explains dozens of topics; a sampling is below: having fun overeating dealing with annoying people stress weather healing feeling young taking naps (cat naps, of course)If you are unfamiliar with animal communicators’ abilities to get on the same wavelengths as animals, Ask ...

In "Jesus: A Gospel of Love," mystic David Hoffmeister offers a profound and transformative interpretation of the Gospels of the Bible, focusing on the presence of Jesus in our lives and the power of his teachings to guide us in our spiritual journey. This book, compiled of Bible quotes and David's insights on the mystical teachings of Jesus, offers insight into how the teachings of Jesus are still applicable in our modern lives. With a focus on love and forgiveness, this book offers a holistic view of Jesus' truth and will help you deepen your understanding and practice of faith. With ...

Unveil the serenity and boundless spiritual wisdom nestled within the heart of nature through the enigmatic pages of "Echoes of the Wild." This transformative eBook compels you to unearth the profound connection between your spirit and the untamed elements surrounding us. Embark on a journey to uncover the whispers of the forest, with "Echoes of the Wild" as your guide. Immerse yourself in the Language of the Forest and learn to communicate with the verdant world. Let the soothing rhythms of the natural world harmonize with your soul, influencing your spiritual practice with the moon's ...

💔 Some love stories never truly begin. Some lovers never truly choose you. And some endings aren’t losses—they’re freedom. Narissa spent years caught in the in-between—almost chosen, almost loved, almost enough. The man she wanted always lingered at the edge of her heart, never quite holding on, never quite letting go. And she let it happen, convincing herself that patience and quiet devotion would someday turn almost into always. But love isn’t meant to be a waiting game. When an old wound reopens and a dream leads her back to her altar, Narissa turns to Isis, the goddess of ...

As a spiritual pilgrim for more than half a century, Jon Sweeney has practiced with teachers of many religious traditions. He's gone looking for wisdom, beauty, and truth wherever it can be found. But recently he's found himself learning closer to home—from the teacher-cats he lives with. What he discovered is that our greatest spiritual teachers are at our feet. Literally. They are the cats we love and treasure.

Follow with All Your Heart, Mind, Body, and Soul!Embark on a transformative journey that will revolutionize your faith and ignite your passion for Christ! This powerful Bible study explores the essence of what it truly means to follow Jesus with your whole heart. Discover the life-changing power of wholehearted devotion as you: • Uncover the biblical meaning of the heart and its pivotal role in your spiritual journey. • Learn how God can transform even the most hardened or broken hearts. • Explore real-life examples of faith in action through compelling biblical narratives. • Gain ...

Why climb a ladder of success that is leaning against the wrong wall? Why carry your economic burden alone..... when God will actively participate? Why invest your life in things that in the end don't count or satisfy? From adulting to midlife to pre and post retirement, life seems to be an endless grind. There’s always the hope of conquering the next hill, but the next summit invariably disappoints. The futility of it all might be a background hum, but when you listen, it’s there – no matter how successful you are. Escape From Futility provides the Biblical solution. Starting with ...

For the Christian, waiting is never for nothing. Since the fall, suffering has been a universal part of human experience. While the specific trials we face change, we all long for hope in the face of many burdens. No group of writers in church history grasped this better than the Puritans. In Wait and Hope, Jacob Tanner reminds us how the Puritans endured immense suffering in various aspects of the Christian life— from facing persecution and death to pursuing assurance through trials.

This book was originally published in 2011 under the title, The Awakened Life: A Collection of Writings. The new edition contains significant changes and covers a broad spectrum of spiritual subjects drawn from India’s sacred traditions. This book is about cultivating a deeper awareness of life and the world around us from a spiritual perspective, dealing with our problems and situations with the right knowledge, discernment, and thinking, and improving our lives accordingly. It provides the readers with an insight into the spiritual aspects of the human personality, its limitations, and ...

Discover a timeless journey with One God One People. The Monotheistic Message of the Torah. This enlightening exploration delves into the profound spiritual heritage captured within the ancient scrolls of the Torah. As you turn each page, uncover the profound wisdom and enduring relevance of its teachings, which have guided people for millennia. This book sheds light on the central theme of monotheism that weaves through the narratives, laws, and prophetic visions of the Torah, illustrating how the belief in one God has shaped societies, cultures, and personal faith throughout history. ...

They Were Called by God—Their Choices Still Echo Through History Do you ever feel trapped in patterns you know are wrong, longing to break free and live a life that truly honors God? Do you desire to trust Him completely, yet find that nagging fear keeps holding you back? This book invites you to explore the lives of those specifically chosen by God, some celebrated and some obscure. You will discover how their choices continue to impact us today. Through focused biblical wisdom this study will equip you to understand God's overarching plan and empower you to live with unwavering faith, ...

Set your spiritual compass in the right direction. Learn 5 essential beliefs for oneness and how to master them. Are you ready to break free of all separation and feel true oneness with Source? If you want to experience the complete connection with all that is, you need to create the empowering beliefs to get you there. Move from seeking spiritual truth to being that truth. If you are seriously on your spiritual path, achieving oneness is your goal and the key to your last step to Ascension. But humanity carries five false and limiting beliefs about the human experience that keep us from ...

Walking with Wisdom is a stunning sequence of 20 meditations for our time. Inspired by the apocryphal Book of Wisdom, traditionally attributed to Solomon, Nan Merrill shows us that wisdom is a treasured gift for all generations. Divine Sophia invites us to participate with her, through her tender guidance, in an existence that transcends death. The unseen Realm of Love is our true life, and Merrill - author of Psalms for Praying, the psalms recast and spiritually reinterpreted for our times - takes us on a breathtaking journey into love consciousness.

In our journey through life, we often encounter various health issues, some of which are straightforward and easily addressed by medical science. However, there are times when these issues persist, defy explanation, or coincide with significant spiritual events in our lives. At these moments, we may wonder if there is something more at play, something beyond the physical realm. Could these health problems be linked to spiritual warfare? The concept of spiritual warfare—where spiritual forces of evil, led by Satan, attack believers to disrupt their lives and their relationship with God—...