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From the bestselling author of "Mindfulness In Plain English", comes an exploration of the joyful benefits that come from living a life of kindness.

Through time-tested teachings and exercises, The Meditator''s Dilemma shows you how to deepen your meditation practice while cultivating ease and delight—for both beginners and longtime practitioners. When practiced regularly, meditation naturally deepens self-awareness and leads to spiritual transformation. In our hyper, instant-gratification culture, however, most people miss out on those powerful outcomes because it''s hard to commit to a longterm practice. Despite the increasing popularity of mindfulness and its documented mental health benefits, the silent majority of meditators struggle to maintain a regular practice. In fact, research indicates that more than fifty percent of meditators give up on the practice. This is the elephant in the meditation room.The Meditator''s Dilemma, written by a psychologist with forty years'' experience practicing and teaching meditation, confronts this problem and its causes and provides specific, accessible techniques and exercises that greatly enhance everyday meditation practice. Bill Morgan''s teachings and guided meditation exercises are designed to generate the all-too-missing delight and enjoyment in meditation. The concept of the "holding environment," central to positive outcome in psychotherapy, is the raison d''etre for these techniques. In psychotherapy, the holding environment comprises the trusting, secure, empathic milieu created by the caring therapist. An indirect benefit of these techniques is the capacity to create a nurturing safe space in any relational context: with a mentor, in a conversation with a dear friend, or in a beautiful natural setting. When we are in a holding environment, we feel alive, connected, and relaxed. The Meditator''s Dilemma teaches Western meditators to cultivate an internal holding environment that results in an attitude of relaxed curiosity and exploration toward their meditation practice, leading to greater success and staying power.

The commentary translated in these pages is unusual and rare. But if the commentary is a rarity, its subject matter-the seven-line invocation of Padmasambhava-is one of the best-known prayers in the Tibetan Buddhist world. The overall significance of the Seven-Line Prayer is perhaps best appreciated in relation to a practice called guru-yoga, or "union with the nature of the guru." The purpose of guru-yoga is to purify and deepen the student's relationship with his or her teacher. It is introduced as one of the preliminary practices, and it remains crucial-in fact, its importance increases-as one progresses through the more advanced levels of the tantric path. The cultivation of devotion to the guru and the blending of one's mind with his or her enlightened mind is, in the words of Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche, "the most vital and necessary of all practices and is in itself the surest and fastest way to reach the goal of enlightenment." Regarding the origin of this commentary, Mipham refers in the colophon to an event that triggered the abrupt appearance in his mind of the hidden meaning of the prayer. It is interesting to note that the language Mipham uses suggests that the commentary itself is not an ordinary composition but perhaps a treasure teaching, specifically a "mind-treasure" or gongter.

""Arise, my love, my beautiful one come away."" Song of Solomon 2:10 (ESV) The insightful wisdom, joy, and lightheartedness of seven amazing women who have pushed through extreme winters only to fall more intensely in love with Jesus will challenge and provoke you to dance, live, breathe, and have your being in the One who created you to arise and come along with Him as His delicate, brilliant one into the bounteous reality of Heaven on Earth. Shed the orphan mindset that keeps you or your loved ones in spiritual poverty, misery, bondage, or rejection and get caught up in the swirl of deeper Father-daughter relationship with Abba Daddy God, who dispatches all of Heaven's resources concerning you for major help and breakthrough from whatever your cocoon into a lavishly abundantly fragrant "destiny now" season. See how time truly has been on your side! Not one moment has been wasted! Learn how all of these women: --Sue, Heidi, Beni, Winnie, Anne, Nina, and DeAnn--endured and discovered how to push through their painful labor for the birthing and rushing in of new things beyond belief. Your moment has arrived. Daddy is in the building! Say good-bye to Poverty Flats. Hear the voice of the Spirit of Adoption calling His darling beautiful daughter, "Arise! Come with Me child. Your time is now." Learn how to: - detoxify, filter your reality, and get focused - make it to the place of faith and belief for your circumstances - endure time and overcome the hurdles - observe, focus, shift paradigms - see God on the other side of your pain - get caught up into God's extravagant plan embrace Daddy's lavish love

From the very beginning God's plan for His creation was centered on our being in relationship with Him. It was never God's plan to establish a religion. This is "the book" for "the hour" in which we live and will take us back to the beginning of all things where we will discover God's original intention for humankind. When governments collapse, human philosophies fail and your life is crashing down around you, Rediscovering the Kingdom will become your guide through the treacherous storms of the 21st century. All of the past ideologies have failedhumanism, communism, totalitarianism, fascism, socialism and even democracy. This is a philosophy, an ideology that will not fail, for it was bore in the heart of God Himself. As Dr. Munroe unveils the reality and the power of the Kingdom of God, you will be challenged to the core of your religious soul as you discover realities that few have seen, let alone talked about. As Dr. Munroe unveils the reality and the power of the Kingdom of God, you will be challenged to the core of your religious soul as you discover realities that few have seen, let alone talked about.

The English reader has now, in the first three volumes of this Library, a complete collection of the historical writings of the Fathers, whose permanent value, as sources, is universally acknowledged. Several of them have never before appeared in English. The unavoidable delay in the publication of the third volume has been very annoying to the general editors and publishers, but the subscribers will be amply compensated by the addition of the writings of Rufinus, which were not promised in the prospectus. It is encouraging that this difficult and costly enterprise is beginning to be duly appreciated by competent judges on both sides of the Atlantic.

THE TRUTH ABOUT CHRISTIANITYWithout a doubt, the most controversial or the most satisfying book of the century, for this book will cause you to stop and examine your very existence.Do you know ...... That Jesus did not die for your sins? ... That the Trinity does not exist? ... That there is no future place called Heaven and that there is no Hell? ...That you can live life abundantly and experience eternal life "right now, right here on earth?" ... That Jesus was not the only son of God? ... That the prophet Isaiah predicted: In our time church doctrine would be unnecessary; that one man would not have to teach another for the truth would be made known to everyone? ... Who and what the "Beast" really is? These questions and more are answered based upon the true sayings of Jesus, as well as the Aramaic culture!

The 'ESV Holy Bible for Kids, Economy' is a wonderfully crafted book that was published on 2017-03-31. This book is not just any book, it is a special edition brought to you by Crossway Books, a publisher renowned for their quality and dedication. The author of this book has put in an immense amount of effort to make it engaging and enlightening for kids. The genre of the book is religious, aiming to introduce children to the teachings of the Bible in a way they can understand and appreciate. This book is not just a great read but also a great tool for parents and educators to impart moral and spiritual education to children. The 'ESV Holy Bible for Kids, Economy' is a perfect gift for children to help them understand the Bible better. Don't miss out on this amazing book, get your copy today!

This third volume in N. T. Wright's magisterial series, Christian Origins and the Question of God

Two world-leading theologians bring a scholarly work of superior religious insight specifically designed for their For Everyone series, creating a more readable version of the Bible.

Inspiration and encouragement for cultivating kindness--by embracing the joy, suffering, confusion, and brilliance of our everyday lives.Do you want to be a more compassionate person, confident and unafraid to love yourself and the world around you unconditionally, but aren’t sure how? We often look far and wide for guidance to become better people, as though the answers were somewhere out there. But Pema Chödrön suggests that the best and most direct teacher for awakening loving-kindness is in fact your very own life. Based on talks given during a one-month meditation retreat at Gampo Abbey, where Pema lives and teaches, her teachings here focus on learning how to see the events of our lives as the perfect material for learning to love ourselves and our world playfully and wholeheartedly—and to live in our skin fearlessly, without aggression, harshness, or shame. This is instruction for embarking on the greatest adventure of all, to come alive to your inherent human kindness.

Most people have heard of the Celts-the elusive, ancient tribal people who resided in present-day England, Ireland, Scotland and France. Paradoxically characterized as both barbaric and innocent, the Celts appeal to the modern world as a symbol of a bygone era, a world destroyed by the ambition of empire and the spread of Christianity throughout Western Europe. Despite the pervasive cultural and literary influence of the Celts, shockingly little is known of their wayof life and beliefs, because very few records of their stories exist. In this book, for the first time, Philip Freeman brings together the best stories of Celtic mythology.Everyone today knows about the gods and heroes of the ancient Greeks, such as Zeus, Hera, and Hercules, but how many people have heard of the Gaulish god Lugus or the magical Welsh queen Rhiannon or the great Irish warrior Cú Chulainn? We still thrill to the story of the Trojan War, but the epic battles of the Irish Táin Bó Cuailgne are known only to a few. And yet those who have read the stories of Celtic myth and legend-among them writers like J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S.Lewis-have been deeply moved and influenced by these amazing tales, for there is nothing in the world quite like them. In these stories a mysterious and invisible realm of gods and spirits exists alongside and sometimes crosses over into our own human world; fierce women warriors battle with kings and heroes, and even therules of time and space can be suspended. Captured in vivid prose these shadowy figures—gods, goddesses, and heroes—come to life for the modern reader.

A Prophetic Call to Holy Living.

Corresponding with the chapters in Stormie's bestselling book The Power of a Praying (R) Parent, this life-changing and family-building study guide addresses a variety of important topics, including how to pray for God's plan for each child, the growth of your children's faith, and strong, healthy family relationships.

In The Power of a Praying (R) Husband, you'll find the excitement and hope that come from inviting the God who hears and answers prayer into your marriage. Packed with real-life examples and refreshing honesty regarding her own marriage, Stormie encourages you to lovingly intercede for your wife.

The Power of a Praying (R) Wife has encouraged countless wives. In this beautiful new padded edition, Stormie shares how God has strengthened her own marriage since she began to pray for her husband, including his role as a father and leader, his emotions and health, and his faith and future.

An esteemed Insight Meditation teacher leads you through the sublime qualities of Buddhism-kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity-and how they can enrich your life Compassion, kindness, equanimity, and joy are not only the fruits of the awakened life but also the path to it-attitudes of mind that can be cultivated through intention and dedication. Also known as the brahma viharas (sublime abodes) and the "Four Immeasurables," these enobling qualities are far more than simply the "feel-good" states they are often mistaken for. They must be pursued sincerely as a spiritual practice-not just as a means of getting a "spiritual high"-in order to experience the full extent of their power. In Boundless Heart, Christina Feldman presents teachings on the Four Immeasurables, exploring how they balance each other in a way that enhances them all. Her simple practices will lead you toward a life infused with kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity-and to a way of being that promotes those qualities to the world at large.

A renowned meditation master retells the stories and realization songs of Tibet's best-known and most-beloved religious figure-and reveals how they relate to our everyday livesHe went from being the worst kind of malevolent sorcerer to a devoted and ascetic Buddhist practitioner to a completely enlightened being all in a single lifetime . . . The story of Milarepa (1040-1123) is a tale of such extreme and powerful transformation that it might be thought not to have much direct application to our own less dramatic lives-but Chögyam Trungpa shows otherwise. This collection of his teachings on the life and songs of the great Tibetan Buddhist poet-saint reveals how Milarepa's difficulties can be a source of guidance and inspiration for anyone. His struggles, his awakening, and the teachings from his remarkable songs provide precious wisdom for all us practitioners and show what devoted and diligent practice can achieve.

Capture the full meaning behind the original Greek and Hebrew. The updated Amplified Bible is now in a convenient, affordable edition, perfect for ministry and outreach.

NIV Larger Print Blue Hardback Bible is an exceptional piece of work by the New International Version. Published in 2017, this book is a testament to the profound knowledge and literary prowess of its author. The book falls under a genre that has been appreciated by readers for many years. The larger print and hardback cover make it a comfortable read for all. John Murray Press, a publisher known for its high-quality publications, has done an excellent job in maintaining the standard with this book. This version of the Bible is printed in English language. If you're looking for a Bible that offers easy readability and sturdy binding, the NIV Larger Print Blue Hardback Bible is a great choice.

With full-fledged study content at an ultra-affordable pricepoint, this Bible is perfect for discipleship and outreach ministries, as well as new Christians and seekers who desire to learn more about the Bible.

The Word of God is alive and powerfulNow see why. Recapture the wonder of God's Word. See what God is doing in a whole new way. The Illustrated Study Bible is a stunning visual study experience that will open your eyes to the truth of God's Word. Hundreds of windows to the Bible world and over 1000 images bring the story of Scripture to life in a new and compelling way.Meet the people who lived the Bible: over 120 profiles of Bible characters and empires. Understand how the Bible fits together: A Visual Timeline of Bible events, 11 Section Introductions, 66 detailed Book Introductions, with articles on the Chronology of Jesus' Ministry and a Harmony of the Gospels. See where the events in Scripture happened: More than 150 full color maps and photos as well as 8 newly commissioned illustrations. Explore the message of the Bible: More than 25,000 text and study notes, 200 Hebrew and Greek word studies, and over 300 theme notes.

Zen, plain and simple, with no BS.  This is not your typical Zen book. Brad Warner, a young punk who grew up to be a Zen master, spares no one. This bold new approach to the "Why?" of Zen Buddhism is as strongly grounded in the tradition of Zen as it is utterly revolutionary. Warner's voice is hilarious, and he calls on the wisdom of everyone from punk and pop culture icons to the Buddha himself to make sure his points come through loud and clear. As it prods readers to question everything, Hardcore Zen is both an approach and a departure, leaving behind the soft and lyrical for the gritty and stark perspective of a new generation. This new edition will feature an afterword from the author.