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From Zarahemla to Cumorah: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges is the powerful conclusion to a transformative trilogy exploring the rise and fall of the Nephite civilization, as recorded in the Book of Mormon. In this third volume, the author delves into the causes of the Nephites' decline, offering timeless lessons on leadership, resilience, unity, and the dangers of spiritual complacency.

We want to love God with all our hearts, but we often find ourselves striving in our efforts to please Him, acutely aware of our weaknesses. As our failures pile up, we become frustrated and discouraged. Have we missed the essence of the gospel? Is there a simple but true way to serve God that can fill us with joy and peace rather than fear and discouragement? St. Thérèse of Lisieux faced similar struggles. As a young woman who desired to abandon herself to God, she felt daunted at the thought of climbing “the steep stairway of perfection.”

In this addition to the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture, two well-respected New Testament scholars interpret the Gospel of John in its historical and literary setting as well as in light of the Church's doctrinal, liturgical, and spiritual tradition. They unpack the wisdom of the Fourth Gospel for the intellectual and spiritual transformation of its followers and connect the Gospel with a range of witnesses throughout the whole history of Catholicism.

Many Catholics don't believe that Jesus is really present in the Eucharist. Rather, they see the bread and wine of Holy Communion as mere symbols of Christ's body and blood. Is that disbelief just a misunderstanding or is it a blatant rejection of one of the central beliefs of the faith? In Real Presence, University of Notre Dame theologian Timothy P. O'Malley clears up the confusion and shows you how to learn to love God and neighbor through a deeper understanding of the doctrine of real presence.

Heather Fleming is a homeschool mom that lives in the Charlotte area of North Carolina. When she is not homeschooling her children, she’s busy playing the role of administrator/secretary for her husband’s home improvement company, and being a mentor for her older children in whom she is thankful still seek her guidance. In her down time, she loves to create religious crafts and prayer helpers, learn more about her faith by praying, diving into the bible, listening to podcasts, and participating in a good bible study.

It was the summer of 1961. Vince Lombardi, the iconic coach of the Green Bay Packers, started the training camp by holding something that needed no explanation. His words have since become legendary. He said, Gentlemen, this is a football. He made his point with five simple words: If we want to be successful, were going to have to remember the basics and make sure were executing the fundamentals.

No matter how much of the Holy Spirit you’ve already experienced, there is more! Revival can be a catalyst for deep hunger for the Holy Spirit. But many times when a season of revival fades, the hunger disappears. How can we sustain increasing passion for God beyond times of revival? In All Who Are Thirsty, revival historian Jennifer A. Miskov, Ph.D., introduces two of her spiritual mothers: one living, Heidi Baker (1959–present), and the other in the cloud of witnesses, Carrie Judd Montgomery (1858–1946).

For more than a millennium, the Russian Orthodox Church has shown astonishing survival skills—from the Mongol yoke, to tsarist demagoguery and enlightenment, Soviet atheism, the chaotic 1990s and now two decades of Vladimir Putin. In this provocative new book, Lucy Ash reveals how, under Putin, religion is being stripped of its spiritual content and used as a weapon to control the population in a way never seen before. Orthodox clerics and their acolytes are trying to drag Russia backwards into a new Middle Ages.

Tempos que mudam rapidamente parecem exigir dos líderes cristãos novas estratégias. Novas circunstâncias parecem demandar novas formas de atrair as pessoas à igreja. Que ações se fazem necessárias para manter a relevância em meio a um mundo de mudanças? A resposta de J. D. Greear é simples: voltar ao básico. O evangelho — sim, ele mesmo — é mais que suficiente para que a igreja assuma seu papel transformador na sociedade. Se o evangelho não está acima de tudo, perde seu poder para nos transformar, transformar nossa família, nosso bairro, nosso ambiente de trabalho e nosso mundo.

Parents of any age or at any stage can cultivate the same virtues in prayer that Saint Monica discovered during her long wait for God's answer for her child. This devotion includes eighteen contemporary reflections, meditations taken from the writings of Saint Augustine, and prayers adapted from the liturgy and other ancient sources.

Georgia, the last of Britain's American mainland colonies, began with high aspirations to create a morally sound society based on small family farms with no enslaved workers. But those goals were not realized, and Georgia became a slave plantation society, following the Carolina model. But looking at the Salzburgers, who emigrated from Europe as part of the original plan, provides a very different story.

If we don't confront the generational curses and limitations we've inherited, we're doomed to relive them. In this powerful, hope-filled book, rising international pastor and prophetic voice Mike Signorelli guides you through a step-by-step process to confront and overcome cycles of generational trauma. Sharing his journey of transformation, Mike gives you the practical wisdom, real-world insights, and transformative biblical truth you need to unearth your spiritual lineage.

A History of the Papacy From the Great Schism to the Sack of Rome by Mandell Creighton. This book is a reproduction of the original book published in 1909 and may have some imperfections such as marks or hand-written notes.

Dive into Reflections of a Modern Catholic, a compelling collection of essays, quotations, and prayers that explore the intersections of faith, philosophy, and personal growth. This inspiring book draws from scripture, religious texts, philosophy, art, literature, and self-improvement wisdom, creating a rich tapestry of insights for contemporary believers. Discover the secrets to finding true joy and lasting happiness through faith and everyday practices.

This book is the fruit of Fr. Dubay's many years of study and experience in spiritual direction and in it he synthesizes the teachings on prayer of the two great doctors of the Church on prayer--St. John of the Cross and St. Teresa of Avila--and the teaching of Sacred Scripture. But the teaching that Fr. Dubay synthesized is not collected from Teresa and John for contemplatives alone. It is meant for every Christian and is based on the Gospel imperative of personal prayer and the call to holiness.

The Fathers have something important to teach the modern Church about evangelization. Among Mike Aquilina's many works about the Church Fathers, this is his most complete and compelling overview of the Fathers' amazing achievements.

Defining Moments is a fascinating look at the remarkable ways in which God has used ordinary people to change history. But it is about more than history alone—it illuminates the present and unveils the future. Prophetic in nature, the book reveals how God wants to work in each of our lives to fulfill His purposes—today, tomorrow, and in the years to come. The stories in this collection of God-encounters carry a prophetic anointing for all who have ears to hear.

The Revelations of St. Bridget were highly esteemed throughout the Middle Ages, so much so that she was canonized and considered to be one of the most influential mystics of her time. Her visions have served as a spiritual guide for countless believers, offering insights into the life and passion of Jesus Christ. This prayer book is inspired by the life and work of St. Bridget and her sainthood. Countless people have sought her intercession and experienced miracles.

Unlock the mystery of Original Sin—a cornerstone of Christian theology that reveals humanity’s brokenness and need for redemption. From Adam and Eve’s pivotal sin in the Garden of Eden, this book delves into inherited sin and its far-reaching effects on our spiritual lives and moral understanding.

Before the age of thirty, Padre Pio had already reached the summit of the spiritual life known as the "unitive way" of transforming union with God. He confessed fervently, performed penance, and prayed continuously. Despite this deep connection with the divine, his life was not free of suffering. He endured physical and spiritual torments, but his dedication to helping others, such as founding the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza hospital and offering spiritual guidance, attracted countless followers. His canonization in 2002 further cemented his legacy as a powerful intercessor.