Jesus And His Flip Flops

An irreverent and often scandalous behind-the-scenes look at the early days of the Christian movie business. January 1952 -- a time of "blacklists," the Korean War and A-bomb blasts in Nevada. When 23-year-old Randy Dillard leaves North Carolina to work for a religious film company in Hollywood he discovers that nothing is what he expects: a former cowboy star plays Jesus; the key grip produces stag films; the narrator spouts filthy limericks; the screenwriter is a blacklisted atheist; the denominational representatives love Las Vegas gambling; and the producer of The Living Savior is Jewish. Should be an interesting year.

In Jesus and His Flip Flops, E.S. Cuarezma takes the reader on a vivid spiritual and psychoanalytical journey which coincides with her adventures from the United States to Europe to East Asia. In Part I, the narrator shows the evolution of a relationship from falling in love to falling apart. In Part II, Cuarezma successfully reveals the secrets of other cultures while combining the East with the West through a voice that is honest, poetic, and magical. Inspired by the pain of her broken heart, she embarks on the path of recovery and freedom. Her passionate stories include a range of emotions that every human being is capable of feeling, from tears to humiliation to laughter. The author brilliantly mingles her unique tales with stories of fellow travelers as she delves into her own soul and into the hearts of each person she encounters. Cuarezma unlocks the doors to new cultures and to her own heart while she struggles to find meaning and discover what is most important in her life.

Pray in a new and creative way this Lent by joining the women of WINE: Women In the New Evangelization on a journey through Christ's passion, death, and resurrection. What if you could have been a witness to the events of the last days of Jesus’ life—walking with him as he entered Jerusalem, observing his crucifixion, and embracing him on Easter? Walk in Her Sandals, edited by popular Catholic author and speaker Kelly M. Wahlquist, takes you deeper into your relationship with Jesus by helping you relate to him in a profoundly intimate way. Looking at six universal gifts of women through the eyes of women in the gospels, the book guides you on a prayerful and creative journey through the days of Holy Week, Easter, and Pentecost. As you imagine the experience of the women who met Jesus, you will discover how each of them expressed one of six, distinctive, feminine gifts identified in the writings of St. John Paul II. Through the eyes of an imagined woman who watched Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, you will understand how she conveyed the gift of receptivity. Through the hands of Veronica, who reached out to wipe the face of Jesus, you will discover how sensitivity is present and can grow in your own life. These gifts, along with generosity, prayer, maternity, and the Holy Spirit, come to life through the vivid portrayal of women who walked with Jesus. Their imagined stories are complemented by the real accounts of contemporary women who share their own stories of receiving and cultivating these gifts. Walk in Her Sandals is a collaborative effort, edited by Wahlquist with contributions from twelve leading Catholic women writers, all of whom are associated with the organization she founded—WINE: Women In the New Evangelization. The contributors will help you break open the scripture, reflect upon it and apply it to your own life, and share those insights in a small-group setting through the use of questions and challenges. Each chapter unfolds in eight movements: A Moment to Ponder: Wahlquist sets the stage for the theme of that chapter. Entering the Scripture: Sarah Christmyer, codeveloper of The Great Adventure Catholic Bible Study, reveals the riches of the scripture that corresponds with the day, both in the biblical narrative and in the liturgical year. Walk in Her Sandals: Stephanie Landsem, author of the biblical fiction series The Living Water, draws you into the story and allows you to experience what it may have been like for women who lived and walked with Jesus. Unwrapping the Gift: Catholic author, speaker, and faith-formation leader Pat Gohn shows how each woman demonstrates a particular feminine gift and invites you to nurture that gift in yourself and understand anew the beauty of your dignity and vocation. Reflect on the Meaning: Writers including CatholicMom.com founder Lisa M. Hendey and popular media personality Teresa Tomeo offer insight, encouragement, and inspiration for your own journey through their personal stories. Lectio and Meditatio: A prayerful reading of the scripture and a guided meditation to draw you more deeply into an intimate relationship with Jesus. Questions for Group Discussion: Carol Younger, senior fellow at the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, offers a helpful tool to share your experience with other women. Walking in the New Evangelization: Wahlquist offers two ways to contribute to the New Evangelization—first by growing in your contemplative spiritual life and then by giving you practical suggestions to enhance your active spiritual life. Walk in Her Sandals will allow you to enter more fully into life in Christ by praying over his passion, death, and resurrection. It will help you experience a conversion of heart and recognize your own giftedness.

Mirth of the Messiah is a light-hearted portrayal of Jesus of Nazareth, Simon Peter, Mary Magdalene, Zacchaeus and the Apostles as they visit the lands of Ancient Israel, Caesarea Philippi, Jerusalem, and Galilee.

This book is the only book that runs forward to tackle the biggest mystery facing us today. Michael Soh combines facts, charts, and Bible verses to give readers a deep understanding that death is already destroyed two thousand years ago. Readers can now make a difference with this victory in their life by staying as immortals in this world tending to His fields. There are many revelation with Bible references to discover renew youth and immortality. Immortality start in the spiritual realm and manifest into the physical realm. This book inspire readers of all ages to turn the tide against the spirit of death that has robbed human race of immortality. It helps to make our world that we live in lives up to its majestic name, the kingdom of God. In addition to inspiring readers to overcome sickness, it encourages everyone to get going with immortality. You will find lots of road maps that show immortality is achievable and is in accordance with Gods will. Readers can be confident to remain alive till rapture comes.

Paper, scissors, and markers have never been more fun! These 25 cool and clever messages kids fold from paper teach Christian values and what it means to live a godly life. These resources are ideal for quick lessons or attention-getting visuals to supplement existing lesson materials. Just use items from your kitchen, craft basket, or tool chest to create lessons that fascinate children, illustrate a biblical truth, and deliver memorable messages your kids will love.

The Gospel of John play scripted so that a reader may visualize the episodes as a drama ? indeed as the greatest non-fiction play ever written.

James 1:6-7 says this: "But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That person should not expect to receive anything from the Lord." Does this describe your prayer life? Asking but never receiving? Jesus Wept will break down that frustration in your relationship with God and give you hope as you begin to understand that praying is more about receiving than asking.