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Spirituality and Religion November 2020 |
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| The Hope of Glory: Reflections on the Last Words of Jesus from the Cross by Jon MeachamWhat it's about: the final seven sayings attributed to Jesus from the cross, including the a survey of the different references to them in the gospels, important historical and theological background to consider when reflecting upon them, and what lessons Christians can take from them today.
About the author: Jon Meacham is a journalist and editor whose previous books have included religious histories of the United States and presidential biographies, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of Andrew Jackson American Lion. |
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Almost Everything: Notes on Hope
by Anne Lamott
What it's about: This candid, funny collection from the bestselling author of Hallelujah Anyway reflects on hope, encouraging readers to rely on its power even when things look grim.
Reviewers say: "Those who enjoy Lamott's consistently self-deprecating humor, vulnerability, and occasional nuggets of positivity will enjoy her latest" (Kirkus Reviews).
Want a taste? "I am stockpiling antibiotics for the Apocalypse, even as I await the blossoming of paperwhites on the windowsill in the kitchen."
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What Paul meant
by Garry Wills
What it's about: A synthesis of the apostle's thought and influence evaluates the disparate qualities attributed to his character in the Bible and throughout history, arguing that Paul's intentions were consistent with the teachings of Jesus and sought to manage controversy throughout the early days of Christianity. By the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Lincoln at Gettysburg.
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The Bible book : Big Ideas Simply Explained
by Inc. Dorling Kindersley
What it's about: Combines accessible text and bold graphics in a comprehensive introduction to the stories, events and teachings of 100 major passages from the Old and New Testaments, explaining their theological significance and key concepts while offering profiles of major figures and important locations.
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Let it go : forgive so you can be forgiven
by T. D. Jakes
What it's about: A latest release by the NAACP Image Award-winning author of Reposition Yourself shares uplifting advice about the virtues of forgiveness, offering strategic and biblically based advice on how to achieve peace and personal fulfillment by letting go of past wrongs.
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Rising strong
by Brené Brown
What it's about: Outlines theories about what the author of Daring Greatly terms the "physics of vulnerability" to explain the role of disappointment, failure and heartbreak in personal strength and achieving a sense of purpose.
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Spiritual misfit : a memoir of uneasy faith
by Michelle DeRusha
What it's about: A lifelong Christian details the loss of her Catholic faith in the face of profound doubts and her eventual journey back to religion, sharing advice for readers on how to work through doubt and find meaningful answers to faith-challenging questions.
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