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Financial crisis, political crisis, environmental crisis - the list goes on. We’re confronted with calamity every time we read the headlines. But behind each of these lurks another kind of crisis, one we find harder to define: a moral crisis. In this wise and practical audiobook, Pastor Jonathan Dodson takes us back to the Beatitudes, the centerpiece of Jesus’ famous Sermon on the Mount. Dodson examines each of the Beatitudes in the context of the new morality that buffets our society today, presenting a compelling portrait of the truly good life, both personal and social.

Charles E. Curran explores the social mission of the U.S. Catholic Church from a theological perspective, analyzing and assessing four aspects: the importance of social mission, who carries it out, how it is carried out, and the roles that the Church and individual Catholics play in supporting these efforts. In the early and mid-twentieth century the Catholic Church in the United States tended to focus its social mission on its own charities, hospitals, and schools.

In our increasingly secular world, many claim that Christianity is oppressive and toxic. Christians are accused of standing on the wrong side of history, failing to accept human dignity, freedom, and progress. Are these accusations valid? Is Christianity actually causing more harm than good in the world? In this concise booklet, author Sharon James shows that through history and across the globe, true followers of Christ have challenged injustice and abuse, and provided care for the needy.

Those who want to avoid simplistic partisan rhetoric and use words in a challenging, spirited way need practical strategies. This audiobook offers a range of them. Drawing upon the work of exemplary contemporary writers, Speaking Peace in a Climate of Conflict shows how to speak and write clearly and generously.

The African-American community represents a paradox of sorts. While collective success has been achieved in many areas, African-Americans still disproportionately suffer from a variety of social ills. The residual impact of years of slavery and exclusion from the major institutions of American life are still trenchant. Yet there is hope. As we move forward into a new millennium, our greatest answers can be found by exploring the past.

Luxury! The word alone conjures up visions of attractive, desirable lifestyle choices, yet luxury also faces criticism as a moral vice, harmful to both the self and society. Engaging ideas from business, marketing, and economics, The Vice of Luxury takes on the challenging task of naming how much is too much in today's consumer-oriented society.

One of the most subtle and destructive dangers facing Christians throughout history is not open rebellion against Christ, but a gradual return to law-based thinking after having been set free by grace. Scripture consistently warns that bondage does not always enter the Church through immorality or unbelief, but often through misplaced zeal for righteousness that quietly shifts confidence away from Christ and back onto human performance. The apostle Paul recognized this danger early in the life of the Church, which is why so much of the New Testament is devoted not merely to preaching ...

CÓMO VIVIR PIADOSAMENTE EN TODAS LAS AREAS DE LA VIDA Escrita en 1646, esta obra esencial del prominente líder puritano congregacional, Jeremiah Burroughs, ofrece una mirada introspectiva sobre cómo los cristianos deben vivir sus vidas de acuerdo con las enseñanzas de Cristo. Compuesto por diez sermones basados en Filipenses 1:27, «Conducta Evangélica» se divide en dos secciones fundamentales. La primera examina el cuidado que los cristianos deben tener de sus conductas, enfatizando la importancia de reflejar la imagen de Dios y promover Sus designios en el mundo. La segunda parte ...

This is the story of an audacious journey. It's the story of what happens when people garden, worship, and eat together and invite anyone and everyone to join them. In This Is God's Table, writer and pastor Anna Woofenden describes the way that the wealthy and the poor, the aged and the young, the housed and unhoused become a community in this once-empty lot.  

Are you equipped to discern truth from error in an age of widespread apostasy? Apostasy: The Great Falling Away Foretold serves as a watchman's manual and an architect's toolkit, designed to help you inspect the foundations of your faith and dismantle the compromised structures of modern Christianity. Built exclusively upon the King James Version of the Holy Bible , this comprehensive resource tackles the critical questions surrounding false gospels, the "sin unto death," and the danger of falling away from grace. Employing the rigorous Sentinel Threefold System (UAD), author David Michael ...

A gifted communicator gives practical and biblical guidance to women of all ages in how to choose their words wisely and use their influence for the good of others. Women have a way with words. A woman’s strength, influence, and ability to change the world for better—in every season and in every relationship—lies in the words she speaks each day. But with that God-given power comes the need to use it wisely, and this book provides both biblical and practical guidance to that end.

Cody Cook critiques Christian Nationalism's leaders and major writings from a biblical point of view, highlighting its theological assumptions and examining them not from a secular or progressive perspective, but under the light of Scripture.

Many conservatives are ready to give up fighting against the legalization of marijuana. “Hasn’t the war on drugs been a failure?” they ask. Libertarians turn this surrender into a virtue: “People should be free to do what they want, as long as they’re not hurting anyone.” But as Christians, we must be ready to swim against the tide, even when it’s no longer cool. Liberty for potheads means tyranny for everyone, including the smokers enslaved by the drug.

In Seven Statist Sins, Chris Hume provides seven indictments against the civil government of the United States. In so doing, he provides the path for repentance necessary to see blessing in the land. Sound interesting? The author thinks so too! Listen to Seven Statist Sins today.

A veces se escucha que no es bíblico que las mujeres estén en el ministerio y en el liderazgo. Muy por el contrario, las mujeres desempeñan en las Escrituras los mismos roles que los hombres, excepto uno, y Jesús es el único que verdaderamente lo ha cumplido. Únase a mí en un recorrido por las Escrituras mientras conocemos a Débora, la jueza, profetisa y líder suprema de Israel. Nos encontraremos con Hulda, a quien el sumo sacerdote necesitaba para ordenarle las Escrituras. Nos encontraremos con Priscila, quien instruyó a Apolos en la fe, Junia, la apóstol de Jesús, y Febe, ...

American Christians face an impossible choice: obey God's commands about strangers, or obey immigration laws that directly violate those commands. Most have chosen a third option—claiming that Romans 13 requires submission to government, allowing them to support oppressive immigration laws while maintaining their Christian identity. This book proves that third option is a lie. Through rigorous biblical exegesis and unflinching examination of actual immigration law, I Was a Stranger, and Ye Deported Me demonstrates that America's immigration policies don't merely fall short of biblical ...

In this groundbreaking and accessible guide, Rev. Dr. Christopher Benek helps pastors, educators, and ministry innovators understand how AI is reshaping faith, theology, and culture. With clarity, depth, and pastoral wisdom, he offers a practical framework for engaging emerging technologies through a Christian lens—balancing innovation with discernment. You'll discover how AI is already influencing preaching, discipleship, stewardship, and mission, and how the Church can respond faithfully rather than fearfully.

Why do so many sincere Catholics live in constant fear of committing mortal sin? In confessionals, classrooms, and private prayer, countless believers wrestle with the same quiet anxiety: Am I truly in God’s grace—or have I fallen again? Over time, this fear has shaped how generations of Catholics understand sexuality, sin, and their relationship with God. This book confronts that struggle with intellectual seriousness and pastoral honesty. Inside this book, you’ll discover: Why Catholic guilt surrounding sexuality has become so pervasive—even among faithful believers How the Church...

Do not read this book ... unless ... This is a very harsh book, and as the author, I'm warning you that you probably shouldn't read it. It's not likely to be a pleasant experience, and you'll probably leave me a bad review. You might even try to find me online and send me nasty messages. So, please, for my sake and yours, do not read this book unless you're prepared for a frank conversation about the Bible and our guilt before a holy God. In this short book, I demonstrate that modern Republican immigration policy systematically violates clear biblical commands regarding the treatment of ...

Utilizing the essence of one verse from Scripture, author Krish Dhanam unpacks his life lessons learned under his mentor, the late great motivational genius, Zig Ziglar. Amid the backdrop of race, ethnicity, economic and social origins, and demographic privilege, Krish shares how he was shown hope for every hurt and a star for every scar.