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Spirituality and Religion November 2019 |
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Outgrowing God : a beginner's guide
by Richard Dawkins
The best-selling author of The God Delusion shares enlightening insights into how the natural world evolved without a designer, challenging the basic assumptions of world religions to argue that faith is not a necessary component of good behavior.
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Judaism for Dummies
by Ph.D. Falcon, Ted
Whether you're interested in the religion or the spirituality, the culture or the ethnic traditions, Judaism For Dummies explores the full spectrum of Judaism, dipping into the mystical, meditative, and spiritual depth of the faith and the practice.
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| Unfollow: A Memoir of Loving and Leaving the Westboro Baptist Church by Megan Phelps-RoperWhat it is: a candid account of the author’s upbringing in, disillusionment with, and escape from the infamous Westboro Baptist Church (best known for their strong anti-LGBTQIA views and for picketing funerals).
Why you should read it: This richly detailed memoir offers a rare look inside a group that, despite their notoriety, is otherwise very secretive.
You might also like: Girl on a Wire by Libby Phelps (Megan Phelps-Roper's cousin); Beyond Belief by Jenna Miscavige-Hill. |
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This could be our future : a manifesto for a more generous world
by Yancey Strickler
Challenging popular assumptions that today’s adversarial world is natural and inevitable, the co-founder of Kickstarter and regular guest speaker outlines a blueprint for a society that looks beyond money to maximize the values that make life worth living.
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I really needed this today : words to live by
by Hoda Kotb
An inspiring collection of quotes by the Emmy-winning Today anchor and best-selling author of Hoda features personal selections from her popular Instagram account and urges readers to establish connections and find meaning in everyday life.
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In His image : 10 ways God calls us to reflect his character
by Jen Wilkin
By exploring ten characteristics of who God is―holy, loving, just, good, merciful, gracious, faithful, patient, truthful, and wise―this book helps us understand who God intends for us to be. Through Christ, the perfect reflection of the image of God, we will discover how God’s own attributes impact how we live, leading to freedom and purpose as we follow his will and are conformed to his image.
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Welcoming the unwelcome : wholehearted living in a brokenhearted world
by Pema Chödrön
In her first new book of spiritual teachings in over seven years, Pema Chödrön offers a combination of wisdom, heartfelt reflections, and the signature mix of humor and insight that have made her a beloved figure to turn to during times of change. In an increasingly polarized world, Pema shows us how to strengthen our abilities to find common ground, even when we disagree, and influence our environment in positive ways. Sharing never-before told personal stories from her remarkable life, simple and powerful everyday practices, and directly relatable advice, Pema encourages us all to become triumphant bodhisattvas--compassionate beings--in times of hardship.
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Following in the Buddha's footsteps
by Bstan-'dzin-rgya-mtsho
The fourth volume of the Dalai Lama's definitive series on the path to awakening, The Three Jewels of Refuge and the Three Higher Trainings, delves into the substance of spiritual practice. You'll first hear His Holiness's explanation of the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, why they are reliable guides on the path, and how to relate to them. His Holiness then describes the three essential trainings common to all Buddhist traditions: the higher trainings in ethical conduct, concentration, and wisdom.
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Jesus in me : experiencing the holy spirit as a constant companion
by Anne Graham Lotz
In Jesus in Me, Anne Graham Lotz draws on her rich biblical knowledge as well as her personal journey—including her recent cancer diagnosis—to help us understand that the Holy Spirit is not a magic genie, a flame of fire, or a vague feeling. He is a Person who prays for us, guides us in our relationships and decisions, comforts us in pain, and stays by our side at all times. In this seminal teaching, she explores seven key aspects of the Holy Spirit that will revolutionize how you understand and relate to this vital third Person in the Trinity.
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The right kind of strong : surprisingly simple habits of a spiritually strong woman
by Mary A Kassian
Our culture teaches us that it's important for women to be strong. The Bible agrees. Unfortunately, culture's idea of what makes a woman strong doesn't always align with the Bible's. As a result, Christians often have a skewed view of what constitutes strength. In The Right Kind of Strong, Mary Kassian delves into Paul's exhortation in 2 Timothy about the women of the church in Ephesus and uncovers warnings and truths about seven habits that can sap women's strength. She reveals how, by guarding against these seven pitfalls, Christian women can walk in freedom and grow to be strong God's way.
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Evil : the science behind humanity's dark side
by Julia Shaw
A psychologist and regular contributor to Scientific American uses academic case studies, examples from popular culture and anecdotes from everyday life to determine exactly what constitutes the concept of "evil."
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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