Editorial: Ave Maria Press
In A Man on Purpose, Pete Burak offers a bold Catholic road map to authentic manhood, guiding young men and fathers through timeless principles of faith, virtue, and integrity. Blending personal stories and practical wisdom, he equips readers to embrace God’s call with courage and conviction.
The Fourth Book of Maccabees is a philosophical and theological treatise that explores the supremacy of reason over passion, particularly in the context of Jewish faith and martyrdom. While not part of the Hebrew Bible, it is included in some versions of the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Old Testament. Unlike the earlier Maccabees books, which focus on historical events, this text emphasizes the strength of faith and the power of rational thought in overcoming emotional and physical suffering. It uses the story of the martyrdom of Eleazar, a Jewish scribe, and the seven Maccabean brothers, who were tortured and killed by King Antiochus IV for refusing to abandon their religious practices, as its central narrative. Through these examples, Fourth Maccabees illustrates how devout adherence to God’s law can empower believers to resist even the most extreme forms of temptation and suffering, making it a profound reflection on virtue, faith, and moral courage.Ver libro
Do you feel like something is missing from your prayer life? Do you wonder if God is even listening to your prayers? Would you like to know how to invigorate your prayer life and be real before God? It's easy to fall into a bit of a rut during times of prayer, but you don't have to stay there. With pastoral wisdom and the humor and kindness of a good friend, one of the world's beloved Bible commentators, Dr. Warren Wiersbe will open your eyes to the possibilities of your prayer life and recharge your prayer power. Chapter titles such as "Bless My Enemies" and "Famous Unanswered Prayers" show you how to be authentic with God as you pray.Ver libro
In this copy-and-paste world, you were created unique and on purpose as a son or daughter of the king. In this forty-day devotional adventure, the Sons & Daughters collective helps you experience and embody the truths that you are creative, holy, righteous, secure, called, confident, and loved in your day-to-day life. With insight into Scripture, encouraging reflections and declarations, and daily actions you can take to live out your faith, these devotions will enable you to unlock what has been placed inside of you and step into the fullness of your God-given identity.Ver libro
More than just a guide to understanding Galatians, best-selling author Warren Wiersbe's Be Free is also a guide to embracing freedom in Christ. As a man who is known as the "pastor of pastors" and has studied the Bible relentlessly, gleaning relevance for today for his readers and listeners, Wiersbe has so gripped the hearts of his wide audience that he has sold over 4 million copies of his "Be" series alone! His accessible, at times quirky and comical, style of writing is perfect for any age group to crave more of the Word of God. He opens up Paul's epistle, explaining Paul's approach to the Galatians and putting ancient traditions in perspective for Christians today. Most importantly, he illustrates through Paul's writing how the Gospel can only remain the Gospel of Christ if it is solely for God's glory alone. Just as the Galatian church was slipping back into the dangerous rituals of the Jewish religious system, Christians today add parameters around Scripture that hinder them and that Christ never intended.Ver libro
God looked over all of His Creation, man had become so wicked and evil, so Almighty God decided He would destroy mankind with a Flood, God began to look to see if there was one He could use to restart Civilization, God found Noah, the Bible says he was a righteous man in his time, the Scripture says "Noah found Grace in the eyes of the Lord" God told Noah, I have seen the wickedness of man, I will bring a flood and destroy them, and will repopulate the Earth with you and your family. God gave Noah the dimensions of the Ark, told him what kind of material to use "gopherwood" He gave Noah complete instruction. God told Noah it is going to rain and water will the earth. Noah and his sons began to build the Ark, Noah was 500 years old when he began, and 600 years old when he finished it, it took Noah and his sons 100 years to build the Ark. When it was finished God sent the Animals 2x2 Male and female, then Noah and his family entered the Ark, God shut the door and sealed it, then it began to rain, 40 days and 40 nights, water filled the Earth, 150 days the water began to go down, it landed on a Mountain called Ararat, which is in Turkey. The first thing Noah did was build an Altar and thanked God for His Blessing. God made a Covenant with Noah and mankind that day He would never again destroy the Earth with water. He put a Rainbow in the sky to seal the Covenant.Ver libro
It's one thing to live an extraordinary life but another to live multiple lifetimes. Author Alla Kaluzhny knew her life was not her only one. What started as an interest in past lives quickly became a calling as she set out to discover her past lifetimes. Through meditation and guidance, she was able to connect with her past selves and eventually pen it in an illuminating read. In her book, "Turning the Pages," she pens her experiences from her past lives. From existing as a courageous knight in battle to living as a humble Mayan girl—the author intricately links her past lives with her current one. Aside from her experiences, she also writes down her observations. By utilizing her keen senses, the author was able to weave past events and figure out how it affects her present. Knowing how these chains of events occur enables her to discover some lessons she must learn and issues she must resolve. As she writes about her connection with her past selves, I feel that we, too, must understand how to do the same if our souls are to become better versions in the next lifetime. The author also writes about lessons on self-forgiveness, patience, and kindness. When you live multiple lifetimes, it's easy to assume that some lives may be more difficult than others. However, the author makes it a point never to assume the quality of life based on how it ended. It was truly humbling to read about her experience with her former life as a Mayan girl, which may be my favorite part of the book so far! Nevertheless, "Turning the Pages" is a tour de force of self-exploration—not just in this life but all of them as we continue the cycle. If you have questions about past lives and how they can affect your pages, this book can answer them. - The Moving Words ReviewVer libro
