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Title: God

Subtitle: A Biography

Author: Jack Miles

Narrator: Michael Prichard

Format: Unabridged

Length: 19 hrs and 19 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-01-11

Publisher: Random House Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 31 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

Publisher's Summary:

What sort of "person" is God? Is it possible to approach him not as an object of religious reverence, but as the protagonist of the world's greatest book--as a character who possesses all the depths, contradictions, and abiguities of a Hamlet? In this "brilliant, audacious book" (Chicago Tribune), a former Jesuit marshalls a vast array of learning and knowledge of the Hebrew Bible to illuminate God--and man--with a sense of discovery and wonder.

Members Reviews:

Awesome, Stunning book

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely. This is a completely fresh, clear look at the Bible as a whole. A monumental achievement.

What was one of the most memorable moments of God?

The account of Genesis, and profiles of the characters.

How did the narrator detract from the book?

Not a great speaker.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It blew my mind and opened the scriptures for me in a way very few books have before.

God of flaws - Less human due to his humanity

What happens when a secularised Jesuit (turned Episcopalian, then leaving the faith) writes a theography about the ever unchanging God of the Jews and the Christians? A literary critic uses literary criticism to introduce the reader/ listener to God as an ever changing character. This is how prof. Jack Miles' book "God: A Biography" happens.

Immediately you might have realised that this book is not a book for the Religious Fundamentalist, neither for the seeker of God's face. Using the insights of historical-criticism when analysing God's character, Miles introduces God in a way you might not have thought of him before. I find the approach fresh and daring.

What I kept on asking myself, while listening to the book, was, "Would I have analysed it in the same way?" My answer to myself is, "Probably not." Not because of my different religious outlook, but because I interpret certain key passages differently. Maybe also because I would not have taken the same liberty as Miles take from time to time.

For example, when God reveals himself as "Eyeh asher eyeh" (I am that I am) Miles prefer to read it "Eyeh asher eweh" (I am what I do). This seems to me a highly speculative reconstruction not asked by the text. Trying to give God a human-like life, Miles falls back on some (sometimes extensive) artistic license to give God flesh. He also does it in accordance with the Jewish Tanach arrangement of books of the Old Testament.

His daring an courage makes an interesting listen, that can be heartily recommended to open minded, progressive or liberal Christians and Jews... as well as atheists and agnostics. It might sound like blasphemy to more evangelical or conservatively inclined Christians.

Michael Prichard does a fair job in reading this book. He clearly does not know Hebrew, though it is not often referred to or quoted in this book.

This book is set to challenge the status quo of traditional beliefs, though the author denies it. Realising that God is more than omnipotent and omnipresent might just bring you to insights about who God is, insights that you didn't expect.

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Title: Holy Available

Subtitle: Surrendering to the Transforming Presence of God Every Day of Your Life

Author: Gary Thomas

Narrator: Gary Thomas

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-14-10

Publisher: Zondervan

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

Publisher's Summary:

Gary Thomas issues a passionate manifesto of faith fully alive. Holy Available calls us beyond mere sin-avoidance to a robust holiness that radiates Christ through every aspect of our being. To see with Christ's eyes, feel with Christ's heart, and serve with Christ's hands - this is what Christianity is truly about.

True Christian faith is a profoundly transformational experience in which every part of our being is marked by God's change and energized by his presence. This transformation takes us far beyond mere sin avoidance to a robust "full-bodied" holiness in which we make ourselves "holy available" to God every minute of the day. From Starbucks, to the office, to the soccer fields, to the boardroom, believers have the opportunity to carry the presence of Christ wherever they go.

God offers the listener more than mere forgiveness; he wants to radically change and fill them with his presence, so they can experience an entirely different kind of life, based not just on what they do or don't do but on who they are. Yet while many Christians today profess belief, their Christianity has no pulse. Holy Available is a manifesto of fully alive faith. Gary Thomas issues a compelling call for listeners to see with Christ's eyes, feel with Christ's heart, and serve with Christ's hands. We make ourselves available to become God oases, places of spiritual refuge where God can bring the hurting and lost to enjoy his presence and ministry.

(Previously titled The Beautiful Fight)

Members Reviews:

Profound

A book to make one think and open one's eyes. A thoughtful and doable path to cooperate with God to allow holy change to come. To become wholly and holy available. A very clear and understandable inspiring read.

A compelling read on living a compelling life!

"What defines a compelling life? Someone who is available to God and regularly experiences God's fellowship, presence, and empowerment. There are no substitutes, no shortcuts. WE are not compelling... But when God lives through us, shines through us, and overcomes our worst inclinations with his merciful transformation--THAT'S compelling."

And from start to finish, Gary Thomas will challenge you to from the Bible and the lives of Christ followers, past and present, on growing in the transforming power of God every day of your life. Thought-provoking, practical, challenging, encouraging...I don't know how many times I wanted to put it down and go put into practice what he was talking about!

I bought this book on an Amazon whim for $1. I would gladly pay full price for it and recommend it to all my friends. Now if you'll excuse me, I think I'm going to go read it again...

Excellent choice

This book is challenging, but also encouraging. Thomas brings out many points that seem like they should be obvious but are often overlooked in our everyday life. If you are looking to open up your life to God's abundance, this is a good place to start.

Five Stars

Great book

Four Stars

Satisfied

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Title: Secrets from Beyond the Grave

Author: Perry Stone

Narrator: Tim Lundeen

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-07-10

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 109 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

Publisher's Summary:

From books, to movies, to TV shows, heaven, hell, and the afterlife are popular subjects today. Perry Stone brings his unique blend of Bible knowledge, prophecy, and spiritual insight to the topic in this comprehensive look at the afterlife. If you do believe in two worlds beyond this one world, and desire more insight into what you will encounter, seconds after departing this life, then this audio book will answer your questions. In this audio book, Perry Stone takes the reader through a journey into the underworld to show you what hell will be like for those who depart this life without a salvation experience. He will also discuss the location and purpose of Paradise - the temporary home for Christians who have died. When we depart from this shell of clay, there are only two locations where our eternal spirit and soul will remain until the Resurrection and Judgment Day. It is this unseen world of departed souls that the author explores with listeners. In one location, the dead are even praying you will never come there. In the other location, there is a High Priest making intercession for you that you will finish your journey and wake up in the paradise of God. Perry Stone is uniquely qualified to deliver answers to important questions that people have about heaven and hell, including: Where is hell located? Are there gateways into hell within the geography of our Earth? Where is paradise - the temporary home for people who will one day live eternally in heaven? What are the time-light mysteries that help explain the afterlife? Who will be in heaven - will our pets be there? How will the dead be remembered on earth?

Members Reviews:

Informative of the afterlife

Very informative of what happens when we die. I love the fact that he backs everything up with Scripture

To God BeThe Glory for Perry Stone Research.

I will listen to this audio over and over to hear something I may have missed. Excellent research, Dr Stone. Thank you.

Thank you, Jesus!

WONDERFUL IN CHRIST!

Perry Stone cleared up facts about Heaven and hell that sometimes seem hard to understand. He backed God's word with scripture. Narrator's voice was steady, smooth, and inviting.

God bless you Perry Stone.

GREAT READ!!!

These were the best nine hours of my life!!!! Best book of the year! I recommend this for anyone

excellent teaching

Once again Perry Stone proves his hours of study in this excellent resource on understanding the afterlife. I highly recommend this book to anyone with questions...which really is all of us.

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Title: Bible on the Go Vol. 15: The Story of Samuel (1 Samuel 1-3, 7-10, 12-13, 15)

Author: Zondervan

Format: Unabridged

Length: 20 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-02-10

Publisher: Zonderkidz

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Bibles

Publisher's Summary:

Straight from the New International Reader's Version, these dramatized Bible selections are presented in multiple children's voices.

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Title: Bible on the Go Vol. 14: The Story of Ruth (Ruth 1-4)

Author: Zondervan

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-02-10

Publisher: Zonderkidz

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Bibles

Publisher's Summary:

Straight from the New International Reader's Version, these dramatized Bible selections are presented in multiple children's voices.

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Title: Bible on the Go Vol. 11: Joshua, Rahab, and the Promised Land (Numbers 27, Deuteronomy 34, Joshua 1-4)

Author: Zondervan

Format: Unabridged

Length: 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-02-10

Publisher: Zonderkidz

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Bibles

Publisher's Summary:

Straight from the New International Reader's Version, these dramatized Bible selections are presented in multiple children's voices.

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Title: The Imitation of Christ (Logos Educational Edition)

Author: Thomas à Kempis, Dr. Bill Creasy (translator)

Narrator: Don Ranson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-30-10

Publisher: Logos Educational Corporation

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 99 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

Publisher's Summary:

The Imitation of Christ is one of the great spiritual classics of Christianity. Dr. Creasy's new reading of Thomas A Kempis' 1441 Latin Autograph Manuscript has become "the standard translation of this spiritual classic." The printed trade edition has been a best seller and was chosen as a Book of the Month Club selection. It remains an essential spiritual work for contemporary readers. This audio version read by Don Ranson captures the intimacy and depth of this superb translation.

Editorial Reviews:

Dr. Bill Creasy has translated Thomas à Kempis' highly popular devotional work, The Imitation of Christ. The classic text focuses on the interior life of a Christian and calls him to withdraw from the world. Don Ranson's performance is smart, deliberate, and formal. Listening to his deep voice, with its relaxed pacing, is a soothing experience. Because Ranson gives feeling to the words he speaks, the work's profound advice and life questions come to life; Kempis' pivotal 15th-century text maintains the gravitas it deserves.

Members Reviews:

My favorite of the 5 versions I've tried

Any additional comments?

I have purchased five different versions of this classic masterpiece, in audio or Audible formats, trying to find a version I really like.

My favorite version (Logos Educational Edition, Bill Creasy) is narrated by Don Ranson, who sounds like an old gentleman with wisdom and maturity, with a deeper voice, and no distracting accent. It also feels like he is personally familiar with the text and is probably himself a strong believer in God and Christ. (I did not get that feeling with all narrators.)

The Don Ranson version also contains fewer archaic English words & phrases (For example something like, 'Whatever thou willest, giveth that thy will be mine and will mine will to will for thine, for thou art....' I mean that type of KJV Shakesperian language, which is in the David Cochran Heath version. I couldn't listen to the Joe McClane version long enough to know.)

My second-favorite version is with narrator Bob Souer, who also sounds older than the other three, and has a deeper, more impactful voice.

The version narrated by Joe McClane is my least favorite of the five, because of the speaker's distracting accent. But maybe another listener who loves thick Irish accents will enjoy it.

The other version I don't like is narrated by David Cochran Heath, with a U.S. Southern accent, and a very light-hearted & cheerful tone like "everything's fine and I'm super-positive, outgoing, & cheerful." To me, this tone does not match the deep, introspective subject matter (and probably not the mindset of the 13th century monks who were the source of these meditations & prayers.)

The version narrated by Sean Runnette (translated by William Benham) seems average to me, neither great nor irritating.

I am still keeping an eye out for a completely modern translations with zero archaic language that retains a careful, reverent, serious, calm reading of this weighty material, as if it were a monk who had sacrificed decades of his life to commit to finding the wisdom which he is now sharing with the listener.

Divine teaching

Greatest book after the bible. Full of blessing for the faithful listener.

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Title: The Prophecy Answer Book

Author: David Jeremiah

Narrator: John Allen Nelson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 46 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-15-10

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 71 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

Publisher's Summary:

There are 1,000 prophecies in the Bible, so it's natural to wonder: Have any prophecies been fulfilled? Do they really explain the future? Can we really know what will happen at the end of time?

With succinct and clear answers to the most frequently asked questions, David Jeremiah decodes and clarifies prophecy for the average person. He explains in simple lay terms what could otherwise be mysterious and even frightening, allowing listeners to gain a balanced and assuring perspective on the significance of prophetic events to their personal lives as believers in Christ. Jeremiah also helps listeners understand how prophecy is directly related to world events today.

Members Reviews:

Prophetic Understanding

I appreciate pastor David Jeremiah. His wisdom and understanding of the Word of God is simply amazing. The narrator did a decent job of providing the content but I would have much preferred to hear pastor David Jeremiah himself. If you have any questions regarding end-times prophecy, heaven, Israel and the promises of Jesus Christ, I encourage you to purchase this audiobook and listen. "He who has an ear to hear let him hear".

Very good!

You better have your note pads when you listen to this one. Or you will have to listen to it a few times.

book scripturally accuratevery simple to understa

What did you love best about The Prophecy Answer Book?

The author touches on the very basics. It is an excellent resource book. This is a must have for t

he Christian library

What about John Allen Nelsons performance did you like?

Great

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes

Any additional comments?

Dr Makes it very simple To understand. He touches on all things of the end times

Great Explanations

If you have questions about Revelations, the End Times, and the Rapture?

This is the book to listen too!

Jesus is coming

he called chapters of books of the bible books not chapters

good serious reader eschatology

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Title: The Invisible War

Subtitle: What Every Believer Needs to Know about Satan, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare

Author: Chip Ingram

Narrator: Dave Drui

Format: Abridged

Length: 4 hrs and 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-04-10

Publisher: christianaudio.com

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 139 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

Publisher's Summary:

Some Christians believe strongly in the existence of demons and spiritual warfare. Others downplay or even ignore the idea. With such divergent views, how are Christians supposed to know the truth about demonic forces at work in this world?

The Invisible War examines what every believer needs to know about Satan, demons, and spiritual warfare, offering a balanced look at this controversial subject. This provocative book will help Christians understand what the Bible says about these threats and will show them how they can safeguard themselves and their families through prayer. The Invisible War offers a balanced look at what is going on in the spiritual realm and what believers can do to defend themselves.

Members Reviews:

fantastic book , highly recommend

highly recommend recommended for devoted Christians and beginners, great walk thru with multiple reference

Good book overall but...

The narrator read too fast in my opinion. Also I was expecting detail in what ways to pray or certain prayers to say. overall it was okay.

Good Listen

Would you try another book from Chip Ingram and/or Dave Drui?

I probabaly would, although it was not as indepth as I'd have liked. A little more scripture and biblical parallels would be good.

Who was your favorite character and why?

N/A

What does Dave Drui bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

N/A

Could you see The Invisible War being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

no

A Fantastic Read!

Where does The Invisible War rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

This book ranks very high, actually the highest!

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Invisible War?

Where the Author

Have you listened to any of Dave Druis other performances before? How does this one compare?

I've listened to Dave interview Chip over the radio.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Come see what the spirits see.

Any additional comments?

I like Chip Ingram because he is down to earth. He isn't pretentious with any of his material. I was supporting his Radio Ministry for a while but couldn't keep up. I was very happy when the information listed at the amazon.com page was so correct and true about the Invisble warfare going on around us each day. I quickly purchased the audio book and I listen and relate to everything I have heard so far and I'm about halfway through the book.

Very Balanced and very encouraging

As usual we can expect a solid teaching on the subject and kept me very mindful of the daily battle that we are taking part in. I recommend this listen highly.

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Title: Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius

Author: St. Ignatius of Loyola, Anthony Mottola (translator)

Narrator: Geoffrey Silver

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 13 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-08-10

Publisher: christianaudio.com

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 45 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

Publisher's Summary:

Deeply rooted in Christian tradition, The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius are poignant meditations on spirituality, often used in retreats to facilitate spiritual growth. Since its inception in 1524, countless Christians have been invigorated and challenged by these exercises, as their heads, and minds, have been opened to God's will.

Members Reviews:

Purchased for the Franciscan Fraternity Library and was delighted I could obtain books needed for formation at a ...

Purchased for the Franciscan Fraternity Library and was delighted I could obtain books needed for formation at a price that would allow us to build our library. Thank you

I was taking a video series and wanted to have the material to advance my knowledge and experience, thank you for having this available.

The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius

I purchased this book as a requirement for my Spiritual Direction Class. I enjoyed reading this book and I have learned so much about myself and others around me. This book will be a helpful reference book for my religious library in years to come. I highly recommend this book and look forward to buying more books from this author.

A good way to prepare for a retreat

this is a type of prayer with scripture,a method of discernment, the basis for the Jesuit theology which pope Francis utilizes in his own daily prayer. A good way to prepare for a retreat.

Good Resource Book

The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius is an excellent companion book with

"A Simple, Life Changing Prayer.

Together they will bring the reader closer to God, His Love, and His Mercy.

Good book

Exercising with the saints can be tiring. This is a great spiritual read.