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Title: A History of Christian Apologetics

Subtitle: Defending the Gospel Through the Centuries

Author: John Warwick Montgomery

Narrator: John Warwick Montgomery

Format: Original Recording

Length: 14 hrs and 59 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-08-16

Publisher: 1517 The Legacy Project

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought

Publisher's Summary:

The history of apologetics, from Paul on Mars Hill to CS Lewis at Oxford. Learn how Christians have defended the faith as each age has leveled attacks upon it and how relevant the master apologists of the past are to our contemporary witness for Christ and the Bible.

Please note: These are historical recordings. The audio quality represents the technology of the time when they were produced. This is the best available source audio from the publisher.

Members Reviews:

Great content, poor recording in places

Great content, poor recording in places. The recording finished abruptly in the middle of the last lecture? After listening for hours, it would have been nice to hear the rest of the concluding remarks...

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Title: Soulful Spirituality

Subtitle: Becoming Fully Alive and Deeply Human

Author: David G. Benner PhD

Narrator: Chad Harrington

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-07-16

Publisher: Harrington Interactive Media

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 15 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought

Publisher's Summary:

An internationally respected psychologist and spiritual guide shows how an authentic spiritual journey must be grounded in human development.

Members Reviews:

Soulful Content and Voice

I first read David Benner's Soulful Spirituality two years ago and it changed my life. Never before had I been granted the freedom to explore Christianity as a journey of becoming more and more fully human. Benner's therapeutic experience combined with his own spiritual journey opened the doors to finding a new way to understand my spiritual self.

When I saw Soulful Spirituality had released as an audible E-Book, I immediately became excited to revisit the book that had changed my life. As an avid podcast listener, the audible version gave me the opportunity to listen to Benner's text during my usual podcast listening hours. Although Benner himself does not narrate, Chad Harrington's voice sounds as soulful as the content. You can tell that a lot of effort and focus was put in to capturing the essence of the original text.

The best part of this book is how it first establishes a spirituality of becoming fully human and then gives us concrete practices to develop that spirituality. It doesn't matter what religious background you come from or even if you have no religious background whatsoever. Soulful Spirituality offers 6 practices for all of us--Awareness, Wonder, Otherness, Presence, Reality, and Surrender. I wouldn't recommend listening to too much at one time, however, because it is so full of wisdom, you will want to ponder and consider each chapter.

Fortunately for me, I now have a version of the book that I can easily revisit year after year to refresh both my spirit and soul. I can't recommend this book enough.

I was voluntarily provided this review copy audiobook at no charge by the author, publisher, or narrator.

Awful

This book reminds me of a sausage. The author has mixed together a potpourri of various religions, psychological "insights" and quotes from known saints and other spiritual people. But, it is a bad sausage. One has to strain out the gristle and bone chips to get anything out of the book. So not worth it. I did listen to the entire thing, painful as it was.

hauntingly transformational

I loved the entire experience and I will be listening again and again and again..

Challenging and Practical

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

I would recommend this book to anyone who is wondering what spirituality is all about. Benner is clearly very knowledgeable about the subject and I was able to learn and be challenged by him.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Soulful Spirituality?

My favorite part about the book was that at the end of each chapter there are questions which allow you to digest the material and consider its impact for your life. It helps the listener to understand that spirituality is both personal and practical.

What about Chad Harringtons performance did you like?

The narration of the book is excellent and read at a very good pace, especially for a book that requires self-examination and critical thinking while listening.

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

The book will challenge your thoughts about spirituality and give you practical ways to engage in your own spirituality.

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Title: The Spiritual Exercises

Author: Ignatius Loyola

Narrator: Edward Miller

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 36 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-30-16

Publisher: Audioliterature

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought

Publisher's Summary:

"The Spiritual Exercises" (Latin original: Exercitia spiritualia) (composed in 1522-1524) are a set of Christian meditations, prayers and mental exercises, written by Saint Ignatius of Loyola, Spanish priest, theologian, and founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits).

Divided into four thematic "weeks" of variable length, it is designed to be carried out over a period of 28 to 30 days. They were composed with the intention of helping the retreatant to discern Jesus in his life, leading him to a personal commitment to follow him. Though the underlying spiritual outlook is Catholic, the exercises can also be undertaken by non-Catholics. The Spiritual Exercises booklet was formally approved in 1548 by Paul III.

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Members Reviews:

Five Stars

Great book!

Great book

I really wanted this book, now I just need to read it.

Four Stars

Requires some gray matter to understand but . . .

Five Stars

It's a classic.

Un impressed.

The info is not that impressive and very limited in comparison to other spiritual ideas such as Kashmir Shaivism, Vedas, or Buddhism.

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Title: Chovos Halevavos - Duties of the Heart: Shaar HaBitachon - Gate of Trust in God

Author: Rabeinu Bachya

Narrator: Larry Oliver

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-28-16

Publisher: Larry Oliver

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought

Publisher's Summary:

The following is a translation of the fourth gate of one of the earliest of the classic mussar works, Chovos Halevavos by Rabeinu Bachya. The book has inspired many great men to walk in its ways and review it throughout their lives. The fourth gate deals with what Rabeinu Bachya regards as "the most necessary of all things for the service of God." Namely, trust in God.

The English translation is used with permission of Rabbi Yosef Sebag, the copyright holder.

Members Reviews:

Five Stars

very uplifting book

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Title: OMG It's True!

Subtitle: You've Always Known There Must Be More to This Life...There Is!

Author: Amos Allinger

Narrator: Ryan Sitzberger

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-24-16

Publisher: Focus Management Services LLC

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought

Publisher's Summary:

Get ready to experience a part of life you've likely never known existed! In what the author coins "God's Next Evolutionary Step for Mankind", you'll learn how to personally experience god one-on-one! You'll never have to wonder whether or not god exists or hears you when you talk to him; you'll know he does because you'll literally be able to interact with and feel him inside of your heart!

In this dramatic, entertaining memoir filled with harsh tragedies, foolish mistakes, unexpected twists, and sobering truths, you'll see the undeniable hand of god at work all throughout Amos' life. More importantly, after sharing how god has restored his life and interacted with him in his heart for the past 16 years, Amos thoroughly explains how you can encounter this life-changing phenomenon for yourself!

Members Reviews:

Spectacular Read

I have had the honor of knowing Amos Allinger personally and his life story will touch your heart deeply. Share this with your friends and family because at least one of them will need to hear Amos' story!

Not what I was expecting

This was interesting enough to read but not at all what I was expecting. This is a book of Mr. Allinger' s testimony.

Powerful read!

This is probably one of the wildest and most powerful stories I've ever read. Through it all, the author comes to find a truly divine relationship and share how to do the same. I would highly recommend picking up a copy!

Looked sketchy.. wasn't.

Not sure why I impulsively bought this book, but I downloaded it and then read the whole thing all in one night. Just based on the title and the contemporary nature of it, it's not the typical Christian literature I gravitate to. However, after reading it all in one sitting I highly recommend this book to especially newer Christians, but even more mature followers of Jesus can benefit.

His ultimate teaching reminds me of the old school teachers that I know and love like Geanne Guyon, Francois Fenelon, or the Cloud of Unknowing. Not so much that he teaches, but that he came to understand the inner working of the Holy Spirit on a real and relational level. Fenelon and Guyon are difficult reads for this generation; this book contains all their wisdom in a simple and practical way. Perfect for the generation of A.D.D. and reality TV.

Amazing Book!!!! There is so much packed into this book it is unbelievable.

The honesty and truthfulness of this persons life is so refreshing. There was obviously supernatural happenings throughout the book to this person. As I read it I could relate. It was a powerful book and I would really like to see this book turned into a movie I think it would be phenomenal. The description of the near death experience was amazing. The minute I picked up this book up from my PO Box I went home started reading it and finished it that day!!! There are a lot of people I'm going to give this book to for Christmas!!!

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Title: The Gospel: How the Church Portrays the Beauty of Christ

Subtitle: 9marks: Building Healthy Churches

Author: Raymond Ortlund

Narrator: Bob Souer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 45 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-11-16

Publisher: christianaudio.com

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought

Publisher's Summary:

How does the church portray the beauty of Christ?

The gospel is a theological message. But this message also creates human beauty - beautiful relationships in our churches, making the glory of Christ visible in the world today.

In this timely book, Pastor Ray Ortlund makes the case that gospel doctrine creates a gospel culture. In too many of our churches, it is the beauty of a gospel culture that is the missing piece of the puzzle. But when the gospel is allowed to exert its full power, a church becomes radiant with the glory of Christ.

Members Reviews:

His glory and chosen

portraying the beautiful grace of Christ is on the mark, cleat and to the point.

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Title: Church Membership: How the World Knows Who Represents Jesus

Subtitle: Series: 9Marks

Author: Jonathan Leeman

Narrator: Bob Souer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-07-16

Publisher: christianaudio.com

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 16 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought

Publisher's Summary:

Why should you join a church?

Becoming a member of a church is an important, and often neglected, part of the Christian life. Yet the trend these days is one of shunning the practice of organized religion and showing a distaste or fear of commitment, especially of institutions.

Jonathan Leeman addresses these issues with a straightforward explanation of what church membership is and why it's important. Giving the local church its proper due, Leeman has built a compelling case for committing to the local body.

Members Reviews:

Convincing... from someone who's been resistant

This author makes a convincing case -- from scripture -- that formalized membership in a local fellowship is desirable. The key for me was his point about how local church leaders need to know for whom they are responsible, and for whom they can practice church discipline. So, while members retain the ability to change churches, there should nevertheless be clarity about the congregation to which they belong at any given time. He makes other points, but I found these to be the most helpful.

I think some difficulty could arise for someone who holds to a theological position that doesn't match that of any local congregations, and if those congregations require doctrinal agreement for membership, as could be the case in rural areas. A conversation should therefore be had between the prospective member and the leaders of the local church of his/her choice, to see if they could permit membership despite their differences. If that fails, the person may have to sacrifice a little extra time on the road, or potentially relocate, to become a member of a suitable congregation.

The 9Marks for a Healthy Church series are great! Short and easy to read

The 9Marks for a Healthy Church series are great! Short and easy to read, yet very motivating and inspiring. I'm going to read more of them asap.

Five Stars

Great!

Four Stars

Great Read

Best church membership book ever!

Probably the clearest, best book on the purpose and nature of church membership I've ever read (and I've read a lot of them). The analogy that the church is lot an embassy in a foreign country was genius.

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Title: Awakenings from the Light

Subtitle: 12 Life Lessons from a Near Death Experience

Author: Nancy Rynes

Narrator: Nancy Rynes

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-07-16

Publisher: Nancy Rynes

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought

Publisher's Summary:

Nancy Rynes was riding her bicycle when a large SUV approached. The vehicle's driver, absorbed in texting while driving, plowed right into Rynes.

Suffering from severe spinal and head injuries, Rynes knew she was dying. At that moment, she underwent the first of two life-changing near-death experiences - her consciousness split between her frightened, injured self lying on the road, and an impartial, peaceful observer-consciousness who watched as first responders fought to keep her alive. Her second, more lengthy near-death experience came days later, during the surgery that attempted to repair her traumatized spine.

Rynes, a scientist and confirmed skeptic, was shown the wonders of heaven, experiencing joy, love, and beauty on such a grand scale that she wept at its magnitude. She then met and spoke with a being who gave her insights into life, love, and the wonders of spirit. After her tour of heaven, she was returned to her body to begin the long, slow process of recovering from injuries her surgeon affirms should have killed her.

In Awakenings from the Light, Rynes recounts the amazing sights of heaven, and explains the remarkable insights into life she returned with to share with others. She was gifted with a second chance - a precious opportunity to bring a little bit of heaven into her life on Earth. The wisdom she passes on could well change your life as well.

Members Reviews:

Good grief...stop the pious lectures.

What would have made Awakenings from the Light better?

If it was never published.

Would you ever listen to anything by Nancy Rynes again?

no

How could the performance have been better?

If it wasn't in monotone.

If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Awakenings from the Light?

The endless useless lectures on appreciating everything.

Any additional comments?

Super pretentious as if she is the first person to come up with gratitude. Very condescending and annoying and ultimately BORING.

True way to Live Life

Way to live Heaven on earth. A Divine Revelation about the Life. Read and Get Blessed.

Beautiful verry real story with love message.

It was real pleasure to have chance to read it. Very learning story with some lessons for life how it is precious and how we can make it better and happier and more loving. Thank you Nancy Rynes to give me opportunity to know your storry

Nancy Rynes is the real deal

Thank you for this book....it changed my life! This information is mind- blowing. Grab it

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Title: Heart Work

Subtitle: Nine Ways to Transform Your Greatest Challenges into a Life of Love and Joy

Author: Roger Teel

Narrator: Roger Teel

Format: Original Recording

Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-01-16

Publisher: Sounds True

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought

Publisher's Summary:

Teachings, Practices, and Meditations for Living a Heart-Centered Life

What does it mean to live in a heart-centered way? How do we turn our biggest obstacles into openings for joy, connection, and possibility? These are the questions you will explore through Heart Work.

As spiritual director of Denver's Mile Hi Church for more than 30 years, Dr. Roger Teel has brought compassion and quiet illumination to those facing loss, health crises, and many other life challenges. "This program is about mastery of the heart," teaches Dr. Teel. "Mastery is an empowering of our awareness of what life is, who we really are, and how we can create a skillful relationship with anything that might block our progress." With Heart Work, this beloved minister provides us with an indispensable guide for living a life of greater meaning and happiness.

Awaken Your Heart through the Nine Portals of Transformation

Dr. Teel offers us a clear pathway for life mastery through what he refers to as the Nine Portals of Transformation - life-empowering openings for understanding our greatest challenges, such as fear, disease, and change, from the limitless wellspring of our hearts. You'll work with key questioning, step-by-step processes, teaching stories, and guided meditations to help you meet difficulties while staying open and connected to life's many gifts. In the words of Dr. Teel, "We can go from resistance to transcendence through the power of an awakened heart."

A masterful guide and storyteller, Dr. Teel weaves together teachings of the world's great wisdom traditions with moving real-world accounts of transformation to help us redefine and reframe our struggles in fresh and illuminating ways. Through more than six hours of insightful and practical teachings, Heart Work provides a wealth of guidance for anyone who wants a life of greater love and joy.

"In every person's spiritual heart, there is an opening into divine light, love, and universal joy. In moving through this opening, we transcend resistances and obstructions and are welcomed into a paradise of answers, innovations, healing, reunion, and untold blessings."

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Title: The 100 Most Powerful Prayers for Brain Health

Subtitle: Create Inner Self-Talk to Boost Brain Power and Photographic Memory

Author: Toby Peterson

Narrator: Denese Steele, John Gabriel

Format: Unabridged

Length: 47 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-31-16

Publisher: PrayToTheWorld.com

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought

Publisher's Summary:

You will not achieve fulfillment and happiness until you allow God to be the architect of your reality. Imagine that with a few moments each day, you could begin the powerful transformation toward complete control of your own life and well-being through prayer.

You will be able to release all fear and doubt simply because you know that God gives you the strength. You can utilize this simple, proven technique to regain the lost comforts of joy, love, and fulfillment in your life.

God's gift of life is too short to be exhausted on thousands of everyday anxieties and fears. Sadly, the average person will get to the end of his life and realize that more than half of it was spent struggling with these kinds of problems. Because they didn't know what to do, many of these people never found any satisfaction in life. You can and will become bigger than those struggles by enhancing the positive energy that God already has flowing within you.

If you want to see positive change now, you'll find the quickest path to fulfillment with prayer through God's love. There is no time to spend on loss, negativity, and defeat when you can be achieving tangible, historically proven results with minimum time and effort invested.

There is no limit to changes that God can make in your life through the power of creating truth with prayer.

Listen to this audiobook now and change your life today!