Spirituality and Religion September 2025
Recent Releases
The call of the old Gods : my occult journey on the pagan path by Christopher McIntosh
The Call of the Old Gods: My Occult Journey on the Pagan Path
by Christopher McIntosh

Examines the rise of Paganism in Europe and the U.S. from the late twentieth century. Explores numerous pagan and esoteric practices, including Stav (a form of Nordic Tai Chi), sacred gardening, breath work, and many seasonal rites, rituals, and ceremonies. Includes rare personal accounts of the author's friendships with pagan luminaries and occult scholars.
The Josiah manifesto / :  The Ancient Mystery & Guide for the End Times by Jonathan Cahn
The Josiah Manifesto : The Ancient Mystery & Guide for the End Times
by Jonathan Cahn

Is it possible that there exists an answer, a guide, a blueprint that reveals what you need to know to survive, to stand, and to prevail in view of what's coming in the days ahead? And has it been revealed to us in the appearing of a sign from an ancient mystery playing out in modern times before our eyes? The Josiah Manifesto opens up the stunning mysteries that lie behind the events unfolding before our eyes. These keys unlock the answer, the guide, the manifesto-so you can stand and prevail in this hour and in light of what is yet to come. They are even now affecting your life!
Sister wife : a memoir of faith, family, and finding freedom by Christine Brown Woolley
Sister Wife: a Memoir of Faith, Family, and Finding Freedom
by Christine Brown Woolley

Traces the "Sister Wives" star's life from her polygamist upbringing in Utah to becoming Kody Brown's third wife and a reality TV personality, revealing both the ideals and struggles of plural marriage and her eventual decision to leave the lifestyle behind.
Healing the wounds of rejection : moving forward with strength, confidence, and the ability to trust again by Joyce Meyer
Healing the Wounds of Rejection: Moving Forward With Strength, Confidence, and the Ability to Trust Again
by Joyce Meyer

An intimate, vulnerable and compassionate conversation about the pain of rejection is filled with practical, biblical guidance to heal and move on, with personal stories from beloved Bible teacher Joyce Meyer, Ginger Stache and dozens of other women who have risen from the ashes of loss. 
The dirt beneath our door : my journey to freedom after escaping a polygamous Mormon cult by Pamela Jones
The Dirt Beneath Our Door: My Journey to Freedom After Escaping a Polygamous Mormon Cult
by Pamela Jones

Raised in a violent fundamentalist Mormon cult where she was forced into marriage, cut off from the outside world, and subjected to near-total control, a woman ultimately escapes with her children and builds an independent life through determination and resourcefulness.
The book of witchcraft by Semra Haksever
The Book of Witchcraft
by Semra Haksever

Combines foundational practices such as tarot, astrology, and spellcasting with guidance on personalizing rituals, offering tools for witches of all experience levels to build a meaningful and self-directed magickal path.
Rescuing the Gospel from the cowboys : a Native American expression of the Jesus way by Richard Twiss
Rescuing the Gospel from the Cowboys: a Native American Expression of the Jesus Way
by Richard Twiss

The gospel of Jesus has not always been good news for Native Americans. But despite the far-reaching effects of colonialism, some Natives have forged culturally authentic ways to follow Jesus. In his final work, Richard Twiss surveys the complicated history of Christian missions among Indigenous peoples and voices a hopeful vision of contextual Native Christian faith.
Death : only for those who shall die--a yogi's guide to living, dying, and beyond by Jaggi Vasudev
Death: Only for Those Who Shall Die -- a Yogi's Guide to Living, Dying, and Beyond
by Jaggi Vasudev

This insightful exploration of death challenges conventional views, offering a spiritual perspective that encourages living fully by embracing death as an essential part of life while providing practical guidance on dying with purpose and supporting others through their journey
When things don't go your way : Zen wisdom for difficult times by Hyemin
When Things Don't Go Your Way: Zen Wisdom for Difficult Times
by Hyemin

Drawing on Zen Buddhist philosophy and his own experiences, the internationally best-selling author helps you navigate life's challenges with resilience and grace by offering a new spiritual perspective that provides solace and courage when you need it most.
Seeing the Supernatural: Investigating Angels, Demons, Mystical Dreams, Near-Death... by Lee Strobel
Seeing the Supernatural: Investigating Angels, Demons, Mystical Dreams, Near-Death...
by Lee Strobel

How should we think about miracles, near-death experiences, and other supernatural encounters? With an investigative lens, this accessible exploration balances curiosity and caution while offering thoughtful perspectives on the unseen world. This compelling investigation will appeal to both skeptics and believers who wonder if there’s more to the world around us than meets the eye.
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