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Thomas Keating was a Cistercian monk who founded the worldwide 'Contemplative Outreach', teaching people the art of meditation. Following upon Open Mind, Open Heart, which presents a profound formation in Christian prayer, this book demonstrates the contemplative dimension of Christian worship. Here Father Keating recovers the deeper sense of the liturgical year and shares a theological and mystical perspective on the major feasts of the annual cycle.

He was an Initiate. Thales of Argos’ journey is fascinating, for he takes us along his path through the tests of wisdom. With the Great Initiate, who was present for Christ’s Crucifixion and Resurrection, we witness the true mission of the Son of God.

The last half of the 20th century saw the establishment of the reputation of St Maximus the Confessor as the greatest of all Byzantine theologians, with a wholeness of vision that speaks directly to many of our concerns today. Until very recently, however, little of his work has been available in English translation, save for some collections of brief reflections arranged in centuries and a few brief treatises, too easily classified as "spirituality."

What is this book good for? It establishes a clear linear understanding of biblical text in its purpose of driving the listener to see how faithfully God executes His purpose in creation. The covenantal framework from Adam to Christ, and from creation to consummation, is a most apt way of seeing the flow of the entire biblical text. One is lifted in the journey and is able to see the entire scope of Divine Providence work out the divine decree from generation to generation, book to book, event to event, person to person.

The Song of Solomon is one of the finest love poems ever written. Over the centuries its beautiful language and sublime imagery have enchanted readers. But why is this tender love poem included in the Scripture? How should we interpret it? This is a real mystery to many of us, but Watchman Nee believes it is possible to discover within the poem all the principles needed to develop the spiritual life. In this devotional commentary, he explores the love relationship between the individual believer and the Lord.

Have you ever wondered what Christ said to his disciples on the Emmaus road, making their hearts burn? Follow Ed Clowney through the Old Testament as he shows how all the Scriptures point to Christ. As you explore Old Testament characters and events, you'll be inspired by the many specific insights they give us into Jesus's character and lordship.

How did a New York-born, Jewish, former-atheist novelist and screenwriter - a winner of multiple Edgar Awards, whose books became films with Clint Eastwood and Michael Douglas - find himself at the age of 50 being baptized and confessing Jesus as Lord? That's a tale worth telling.

In the letters of Blake, there is one where he wrote to the Reverend Trusler - the Reverend Dr. Trusler, who had criticized him for his works, and said to Blake, "You need someone to elucidate your works." So, Blake wrote him and said, "You ought to know that what can be made explicit to the idiot is not worth my care. And the wisest of the Ancients considered what was not too explicit the fittest for instruction, 'because it rouses the faculties to act.'"

The Pajama Philosopher focuses on making a cognitive case for Christianity by examining its philosophical, theological, and practical roots and ramifications. More importantly, it invites the listener to become truly self-aware about what they already believe, in order to then be able to scrutinize their stance toward reality.

When investment banker Lazzaro de Medici is found dead, Professor of Biblical Studies at University of Illinois at Chicago Aiden Leonardo is the prime suspect. In possession of an encrypted letter given to him by Lazzaro, Aiden utilizes his extensive knowledge of Scripture to piece together clues that lead to a Lost Bible dating back to the time of Christ. Hidden within the text is an ancient truth about the most controversial message Jesus left to his disciples. But as Aiden embarks on his quest, a secret organization known only as The Group hunts him down.

Marriage was created to paint the most beautiful picture. It's a picture of redeeming love. It's a picture of amazing grace. It's the picture of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The Apostle Paul wrote that "this mystery is profound". The union between a man and wife refers to Christ and the Church.

God revealed the mystery of the Christmas tree to Pastor Roslyn Haywood-Broadnax in 2005. This audiobook will answer the age old questions, "How is the Christmas tree connected to Christ?" and "Why does the Christmas tree bring so much peace, happiness, and joy into our homes?". If you want to know more about this revelation, listen to this audiobook and learn how the Christmas tree connects to Christ's birth, death, and resurrection.

Many people look to Ephesians 5 for its teaching on being filled with the Holy Spirit. Many think Ephesians 5-6 is all about marriage. But the main idea of Ephesians 5:15-6:9 is Christ's relationship with believers and their relationships in the church. This is the Great Mystery now revealed in 5:32.