The Usefulness of a Spiritual Program If every year we rooted out one defect, we should soon be perfect men. ... Moreover, as we saw in chapter 8, our role in our spiritual growth is secondary to that of the Holy Spirit, the Sanctifier, ...

Author: Thomas D. Williams

Publisher: Hachette UK

ISBN: 9780446555159

Category: Religion

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From the NBC consultant on Vatican Affairs comes an inspiring book that challenges readers to follow Jesus and discover the rich adventure of the Christian faith. Thomas D. Williams draws on the vast knowledge he's gained from his own spiritual journey to inspire others in the pursuit of progress. Through his writing, readers will begin to: - Understand holiness as the true meaning of life - See prayer not as a duty, but as an opportunity for conversation with God - Take courage from God's strength - Acknowledge their roles in a story larger than themselves - Learn never to say no to God - Develop the spiritual disciplines that will ignite an adventurous and exciting relationship with God.

Receive the infilling with the Holy Spirit. 2. Second minute : Pray for your prayer life. 3. Third minute : Pray for any outstanding needs in the direction of your spiritual growth and progress. This could include problems in fasting.

Author: Zacharias Tanee Fomum

Publisher: ZTF Books Online

ISBN: 9781311403483

Category: Religion

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I am burdened by the increasing numbers of believers who know the Lord very superficially. They do not love Him. They find the time spent in His presence uninteresting. Often they do not know what to say to Him. We live in a generation that does not provide for quiet. Everything is moving fast. There is so much activity going on. The leaders of the day, be they in worldly circles or in the Church, are activists. Those who withdraw to wait on God are few. We believe that when believers in an increasing number, begin to withdraw and spend time alone in God's presence, something will happen to them. They will know God and then they will seek Him more and more. They will serve Him from His presence and things will be different. They will make spiritual progress. We send out this small book with prayer that the Lord will use it to help some make spiritual progress by withdrawing to seek God, know Him and obey Him. If you have been blessed through reading this book, please help put a copy in the hands of another believer and pray that he, too, will be blessed.

The Universal Laws are the oxygen tank of our spiritual growth. The further someone travels on the path of spiritual progress, on the higher path of the pilgrim, the better he understands these laws and knowshowtoapplytheminpractice.

Author: Erkki Lehtiranta

Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand

ISBN: 9789529983285

Category: Body, Mind & Spirit

Page: 254

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Welcome to a guided tour of the 12 universal laws! This book is a messenger. The messages are the Universal Spiritual Laws, the ultimate rules of reality, and the basic principles of creation. These are the ways and means that the universe uses to converse with us every day, every hour - right now. The Universal Laws are the great lesson of humanity and breaking them is at the base of the great problems of our time. On the other hand understanding them and complying with them guarantees your maximum spiritual progress, integration, the expansion of your consciousness, and your well-being. These cosmic principles are the unchanging factors behind all change. Of course you can live without knowing about them or you can even turn your back on them, but knowing, studying, and following the Universal Laws makes your life much more meaningful, joyful and excellent. If you want profound knowledge about the nature of reality, this is the book just for You!

This twofold signification of the term "Christian' is the principal key which opens to us the subject of Christian progress or spiritual growth, for it ever needs to be contemplated from both the Divine and human sides.

Author: A.W Pink

Publisher: Lulu Press, Inc

ISBN: 9781618980045

Category: Religion

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Spiritual growth is a mystery and is more evident in some than in others. The more the Holy Spirit shines upon the mind and puts forth His lifegiving influences in the heart, so much the more sin is seen, felt and loathed as the greatest of all evils. And this is an evidence of spiritual growth, namely, to hate sin as sin and to abhor it on account of its contrariety to the nature of God

badly about our spiritual progress, we can bet we've allowed our ego to take over. Our ego loves to judge us and make us feel badly, and, as if we have made no progress. Your every effort is known and seen keep striving.

Author: Linda Hehl

Publisher: Trafford Publishing

ISBN: 9781412218092

Category: Body, Mind & Spirit

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The ABC's of Intuition & Spiritual Growth speaks of transforming one's life with positive thinking, right attitude and understanding energy, vibration and the use of the Creator's "light." The book was inspired by the angels and ascended beings who watch over us and everyone reading it will receive a blessing and/or healing. Beginners on a path of self-mastery and enlightenment, as well as, seasoned spiritual/metaphysical aficianados will find something that will appeal. The words are kind, uplifting, empowering, with an occasional touch of humor. The visualizations and meditations in the book are guaranteed to transform the individual, if practiced regularly and with intention.

Cognitive developmentalists work to understand the patterns of reasoning through which people progress as they move ... But it is more appro- priate to see the " spiritual " as the essence of what humans are , rather than as an aspect .

Author: Perry G. Downs

Publisher: Harper Collins

ISBN: 0310593700

Category: Religion

Page: 228

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Teaching for Spiritual Growth is a textbook that explains what it means to be spiritually mature and how churches can help people achieve spiritual growth.

Spiritual. Growth: From. Immaturity. to. Immortality. After examining key essential tools for spiritual transformation— prayer, Biblestudy, meditation, fasting, repentance andtheChurch, we now consider how wecanuse allthese toolsin ...

Author: United Church of God

Publisher: United Church of God

ISBN: 9781304703699

Category: Religion

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Are you desiring a closer relationship with God? If so, where do you start? What tools can you use to grow spiritually and build that all-important relationship with your Creator? This important study aid will set you on the right path. Read and begin implementing these important elements today! - Inside this Bible Study Aid: - The Privilege and Power of Prayer - The Lord's Prayer as a Guideline - God Has Conditions for Answered Prayer - Learn, Live and Love the Bible - Great Themes of the Bible - Proofs of the Bible - How to Read, Study and Understand the Bible - Meditation: What's on Your Mind? - What Should We Meditate About? - Fasting: A Spiritual Power Tool - Repentance: A Profound Turnaround! - Steps to Initial Repentance and Conversion - Repentance, Penance and Grace - The Church: Help for Greater Growth - Becoming a Member of God's Church - The Church Behind This Publication - Spiritual Growth: From Immaturity to Immortality - Bearing Fruit: A Crucial Part of Spiritual Growth

Assumptions for the journey using a developmental approach to understanding spirituality The meaning of each and every situation of our lives is understood, sometimes even unconsciously at the time, as provisional meaning.

Author: Elizabeth MacKinlay

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

ISBN: 1846424801

Category: Religion

Page: 272

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Spiritual Growth and Care in the Fourth Age of Life explores the spiritual dimension of ageing and investigates the role of pastoral and spiritual care in helping the frail elderly cope with end-of-life issues. Focusing on the experience of nursing home residents and anecdotes gathered in interviews, MacKinlay sensitively presents the struggles facing older people in need of care, such as loss of independence and privacy. Her findings show that despite ill health, loneliness and depression, older people near the end of their lives find meaning and support in (re)discovering their spirituality, and that this is not just the experience of those in care facilities, but of older people more generally. The book includes a useful chapter on spiritual assessment, providing carers with information on how to recognise the need for care. This book will be of interest to nurses, care workers, pastoral support professionals and anyone else working with older people.

Unfortunately, many Earth dwellers have not come into the level of spiritual development and consciousness to know this as truth. It all goes back to evolution or spiritual growth. As we evolve in consciousness, we attain the awareness ...

Author: Jacqueline McNeil Watts

Publisher: Gatekeeper Press

ISBN: 9781662928079

Category: Body, Mind & Spirit

Page: 190

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In A Trilogy That Explains Spiritual Growth, Jacqueline McNeil Watts has written and published under one cover, three books that reveal information that used to be taught in mystery schools to an elite audience. These Ageless Wisdom teachings are truths that have been hidden and/or misunderstood by Earth’s humanity for many, many years. Due to our current level of evolution, we are now ready to receive and understand this information. We are also ready to learn how we can participate consciously in our growth from third-dimensional human beings to fifth-dimensional spirit beings, and how we are co-creating a new Earth along with more evolved beings and with the Supreme Creator of all that exists. This trilogy will be a rewarding and delightful eye-opener to those who wish to understand spiritual truths on a deeper level than that which is presented by most religions.

However, while some are more strategic in producing growth than are others, the others sustain growth, and we should not underestimate or ... Gifts that provide edification to the church accelerate or speed up spiritual progress.

Author: Jennene Cole

Publisher: Xulon Press

ISBN: 9781612155081

Category: Religion

Page: 144

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How do I determine if am growing spiritually in Christ? What do I need to do in order to experience spiritual growth? How do I know God's purpose for my life? Which ministry should I be involved in? This book 'How to measure your spiritual growth' answers these and other questions, which relate directly to your spiritual growth. It explains the progress after one's spiritual rebirth or 'born-again' experience; detailing the stages from a babe in Christ, to an heir and joint-heir with Christ. All principles laid out in this book are scriptural and inspired of the Holy Spirit. You will learn practical and helpful insights of measurable experiences in your relationship with Christ. You will be able to identify your own spiritual gifts and how to develop your ministry so that God's purpose for your life is fulfilled. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Jennene Cole is a trained Christian Counselor and graduate of the Caribbean Graduate School of Theology. She has been serving in areas of ministry that include praise and worship, deliverance and the prophetic. Over 6 years ago the table of contents of this book was birthed out of a powerful experience she had with the Holy Spirit. She is passionate about Christians' spiritual growth and individuals' personal development.