Spirituality and Religion March 2026 |
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Chosen Land: How Christianity Made America and Americans Remade Christianity
by Matthew Avery Sutton
In Chosen Land, historian Matthew Avery Sutton chronicles Christians' five-hundred-year endeavor to turn North America into their version of the kingdom of God, revealing the fruitful and dynamic entanglement between the history of America and the history of American Christianity. In the centuries after Christianity first arrived on American shores, colonizers and colonized from New England to Spanish California practiced many varieties of the faith. After the founding of the United States, the nation's lack of a state religion forced new and evolving strains of Christianity to battle for potential adherents, as they still do to this day. As American Christianity has bent, fractured, and adapted to changing times, Christian belief has shaped everything from the promise of Manifest Destiny to Ronald Reagan's approach to the Cold War, the rise of the Southern Lost Cause narrative to the triumphs of the civil rights movement.
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Eight Million Ways to Happiness: Wisdom for Inspiration and Healing from the Heart of Japan
by Hiroko Yoda
A Japanese cultural historian shares a path to joyful living drawn from her nation's unique approach to spirituality and nature, offering a fascinating blend of memoir, cultural reporting, and practical guidance for anyone struggling to find balance in our turbulent modern world. Everyone's in the pursuit of happiness, but few know how to attain it. Millions around the world have turned to Japan for advice on finding their Ikigai, or summoning The Courage to Be Disliked. Japan's spiritual traditions hide in plain sight, forming the basis of so much of what we love about the country's culture. Without Japan's spiritual sustenance, Jiro wouldn't dream of sushi; Hayao Miyazaki's films wouldn't spirit us away; and Marie Kondo wouldn't spark joy. In her book Eight Million Ways to Happiness, Hiroko Yoda offers the culmination of her decade-long odyssey into the spiritual heart of her homeland.
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I've Got Questions: The Spiritual Practice of Having It Out with God
by Erin Hicks Moon
When your faith as you know it has been commodified, nationalized, scandalized, and rebranded beyond recognition, is it even possible to recover the good of Jesus from this cluster of epic proportions? Writer and podcaster Erin Moon has questions, and this book is her open letter for anyone who feels iffy, conflicted, or just downright devastated by this disconnect. With empathy, insight, and the therapy of memes and a good laugh, Erin maps out not a rigid prescription but an open-hearted pathway for you to reclaim what you once loved about your faith home and light a match to the rest. As it turns out, God is not afraid of your questions. To the contrary, the fullness of the Christian story is found not in a certainty checklist but a vision of a people who wrestle with God. This is the story to which Erin turns and guides you through, as you understand the good, bad, ugly, and just plain bizarre of your faith origins; find permission to lament, ask questions, and name pressure points; and make peace as you set your own new boundaries and rebuild. Consider this your open invitation to get gut-level honest about where it started, and heart-level hopeful about where it can go from here.
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Your Book of Shadows: How to Write Your Own Magical Spells
by Patricia Telesco
Write your own spells and create a magical Book of Shadows. Write Your Destiny! This comprehensive tome is an essential companion for novice practitioners and seasoned witches alike, offering a deep dive into the traditions, rituals, and spells that form the heart of magical practice. With Telesco's expert guidance, readers will learn how to create a personalized Book of Shadows that not only acts as a repository of magical knowledge but also serves as a reflection of their unique spiritual journey. From recording spells to documenting dreams and divinations, this book empowers you to create a living document that grows with you on your path. Your Book of Shadows demystifies the process of building your own magical manual, providing practical advice on selecting materials, organizing content, and imbuing your book with personal energy. Telesco's engaging style and insightful tips make this book an invaluable resource for anyone looking to deepen their connection to the natural world and their own inner magic .Step into your power and craft a Book of Shadows that will become a cherished tool in your magical arsenal, guiding you through the mysteries of witchcraft with wisdom, wit, and wonder. This title was previously published in 2000.
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Becoming Yourself: Teachings on the Zen Way of Life
by Shunryu Suzuki
In this long-overdue book from one of the most influential spiritual teachers of the last century, Shunryu Suzuki shares simple, warmhearted teachings on a practice that is fundamentally about becoming yourself. In his inimitable style, filled with humor and insight, Becoming Yourself speaks directly to the newest beginners while also serving as a touchstone and a continual source of inspiration for even the most experienced practitioners and Zen teachers--
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Braving the Truth: Essential Essays for Reckoning with and Reimagining Faith
by Rachel Held Evans
New York Times bestselling author Rachel Held Evans inspired a generation of questioning and evolving believers. This book offers a collection of her most impactful essays--in print for the first time.For a generation finding their footing in life after evangelicalism, Rachel Held Evans was one of the most trusted and beloved voices of our time. Stubborn in her hope, courageous in her questions, and devoted to inclusivity, her online writing was a sanctuary to the millions who read her words daily. Her death to a sudden illness in 2019 invoked a global outpouring of stories of her legacy and influence.Today, her words still speak, and now for the first time, fans old and new can experience her most viral and enduring essays in print--from those tackling patriarchy, white supremacy, and religious nationalism to those offering new interpretations of Scripture, freeing perspectives on doubt, and a better way forward. Braving the Truth is an anthology and keepsake collection letting readers borrow the bravery Rachel was best known for.
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Uncluttered Faith Inspired By The Teachings of Joshua Becker: Simplify Your Life, Deepen Your Love, And Create Real Impact
by Daniel Mercer
Have you ever felt like your life is overflowing with distractions, leaving little room for what truly matters? Imagine waking up each day with clarity, purpose, and peace-confident that your life is aligned with your deepest values and faith. Uncluttered Faith invites you into that reality. Inspired by the powerful teachings of Joshua Becker, this book offers a simple yet profound path to intentional living. You'll discover how to declutter not just your physical space, but also your heart, mind, and priorities-making room for deeper relationships, stronger faith, and a more meaningful life. Many people believe that simplicity means loss or sacrifice. Uncluttered Faith teaches the opposite. By letting go of what distracts and overwhelms you, you gain freedom-the freedom to focus on what truly matters and to live in alignment with your values without drastic or overwhelming changes. Through small, consistent steps, this book will guide you toward lasting transformation in how you live, love, and lead.
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