This document provides an introduction to Celtic spirituality, which was influenced by both pre-Christian Celtic traditions and Christianity. It discusses four key themes of Celtic spirituality: a powerful presence, thin places, protection and prayer, and pilgrimage. Celtic spirituality emphasized experiencing the divine presence in all of creation and seeing God as immanent in the world. It was passed down over centuries in remote places like the Skellig Islands off Ireland. The document explores examples of the Celtic sense of an intoxicating divine presence through an ancient Celtic prayer and a traditional Celtic Christian prayer of creation.
The document provides an introduction to Celtic spirituality, with a focus on prayer and protection. It discusses how Celtic spirituality emphasizes the indwelling presence of God and divine protection. It explores Celtic prayers such as Saint Patrick's Breastplate that call upon divine protection. The document contrasts Celtic spirituality with Western Christianity, noting the Celtic emphasis on the immanence of a Trinitarian God and their vibrant tradition of everyday prayers.
This document provides definitions and explanations of important Korean and Unification terminology. It begins with short definitions of abbreviations and terms. It then explains the significance of learning the Korean language according to Sun Myung Moon and the Divine Principle. Several key terms are defined in more depth, including Cheon Il Guk, Cheon Seong Gyeong, and Indemnity. The document concludes with information about the Unification flag and eight textbooks of the True Parents. Overall, the document serves as a concise reference guide to core concepts and vocabulary within the Unification movement.
Echoes of-creation-pt2- holiness of placePeter Creagh
Celtic spirituality places great importance on the concept of "thin places," where the veil between the Creator and creation is thin, allowing God's presence to be more readily felt. Key thin places for Celts included hilltops, forests, wells, and other natural areas. The document discusses the Celtic cross as a symbol used to mark thin places. It describes the evolution of the Celtic cross from pre-Christian symbols incorporating the circle and cross, to the Christian Celtic cross with the four directions representing the four Gospels. The holiness of places and thin places is a core part of Celtic spirituality's emphasis on God's indwelling presence in all of creation.
The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Holy Trinity. Before Jesus ascended to heaven, he promised to send the Holy Spirit to his disciples to guide and teach them. The Holy Spirit acts as a consoler and advocate. Some key roles of the Holy Spirit include inspiring prophets of the Old Testament, anointing Jesus at his baptism, and descending upon the Apostles at Pentecost. The Holy Spirit sanctifies believers, grants the theological and cardinal virtues, and works through the sacraments and Church to bring all people into communion with God.
Elihu assures Job that as a man created by God, he has the Spirit of God within him. He references Genesis accounts that God breathed life into humans. The document discusses how the Holy Spirit was involved in both original creation and gives ongoing life. It also notes that through humans' spiritual nature they can know and reveal God, as they are made in His image. Finally, it outlines the Holy Spirit's work in Christ and believers, such as forming, sanctifying, empowering and resurrecting them.
This is a study of how Jesus makes it possible for all believers to have eternal rest. Rest is much more that just doing nothing. It is peace from all that makes this earth hard. Heaven will be so much better with the rest of God and Jesus.
- The Lord's Prayer, also called the Our Father, is the prayer that Jesus taught his disciples when they asked him how to pray.
- It is composed of an opening invocation, petitions regarding God, and petitions for our needs.
- We pray "Our Father" because through baptism we have become children of God, and praying "who art in heaven" helps raise our minds to heavenly things and God, who is not contained by creation.
The document provides an introduction to Celtic spirituality, with a focus on prayer and protection. It discusses how Celtic spirituality emphasizes the indwelling presence of God and divine protection. It explores Celtic prayers such as Saint Patrick's Breastplate that call upon divine protection. The document contrasts Celtic spirituality with Western Christianity, noting the Celtic emphasis on the immanence of a Trinitarian God and their vibrant tradition of everyday prayers.
This document provides definitions and explanations of important Korean and Unification terminology. It begins with short definitions of abbreviations and terms. It then explains the significance of learning the Korean language according to Sun Myung Moon and the Divine Principle. Several key terms are defined in more depth, including Cheon Il Guk, Cheon Seong Gyeong, and Indemnity. The document concludes with information about the Unification flag and eight textbooks of the True Parents. Overall, the document serves as a concise reference guide to core concepts and vocabulary within the Unification movement.
Echoes of-creation-pt2- holiness of placePeter Creagh
Celtic spirituality places great importance on the concept of "thin places," where the veil between the Creator and creation is thin, allowing God's presence to be more readily felt. Key thin places for Celts included hilltops, forests, wells, and other natural areas. The document discusses the Celtic cross as a symbol used to mark thin places. It describes the evolution of the Celtic cross from pre-Christian symbols incorporating the circle and cross, to the Christian Celtic cross with the four directions representing the four Gospels. The holiness of places and thin places is a core part of Celtic spirituality's emphasis on God's indwelling presence in all of creation.
The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Holy Trinity. Before Jesus ascended to heaven, he promised to send the Holy Spirit to his disciples to guide and teach them. The Holy Spirit acts as a consoler and advocate. Some key roles of the Holy Spirit include inspiring prophets of the Old Testament, anointing Jesus at his baptism, and descending upon the Apostles at Pentecost. The Holy Spirit sanctifies believers, grants the theological and cardinal virtues, and works through the sacraments and Church to bring all people into communion with God.
Elihu assures Job that as a man created by God, he has the Spirit of God within him. He references Genesis accounts that God breathed life into humans. The document discusses how the Holy Spirit was involved in both original creation and gives ongoing life. It also notes that through humans' spiritual nature they can know and reveal God, as they are made in His image. Finally, it outlines the Holy Spirit's work in Christ and believers, such as forming, sanctifying, empowering and resurrecting them.
This is a study of how Jesus makes it possible for all believers to have eternal rest. Rest is much more that just doing nothing. It is peace from all that makes this earth hard. Heaven will be so much better with the rest of God and Jesus.
- The Lord's Prayer, also called the Our Father, is the prayer that Jesus taught his disciples when they asked him how to pray.
- It is composed of an opening invocation, petitions regarding God, and petitions for our needs.
- We pray "Our Father" because through baptism we have become children of God, and praying "who art in heaven" helps raise our minds to heavenly things and God, who is not contained by creation.
This document discusses reasons why Korea is considered the chosen country for the Messiah's return according to Divine Principle. It provides 23 reasons including biblical prophecies that point to Asia and the shape of Korea resembling an angel blowing a trumpet. Korea has a strong Christian foundation and history, as well as spiritual traditions aligned with providence. The document explores the significance of Korean cultural symbols like their flag and language. In summary, Divine Principle teaches that Korea was prepared throughout history to become the homeland of the returning Messiah based on its spiritual foundations and fulfillment of prophecies.
This is a lesson in the Crossroads programme, a discipleship programme written by Dr Kevin Smith and offered by the South African Theological Seminary. This lesson is about the Person of the Holy Spirit.
This document provides an overview of the theology of justification according to the Westminster Confession. It defines justification as God pardoning sins and accepting people as righteous based solely on the righteousness of Christ imputed to them through faith. The document discusses that justification is by faith alone but accompanied by other saving graces, is a legal declaration by God rather than making one inherently righteous, and that those justified are eternally secure but can still sin and experience God's discipline. It also states that justification has always been by grace through faith alone for both Old and New Testament believers.
- God the Son took on a human nature like our own in the Incarnation. The Annunciation was when Gabriel told Mary she would conceive and bear a son named Jesus through the Holy Spirit. Jesus was then born in Bethlehem.
- The main titles of Jesus are "Jesus," meaning "God saves," "Christ," meaning "anointed one," "Lord," "Son of God," and "Son of Man," indicating his divinity and humanity.
- The "Word became flesh" in the Incarnation, as stated in the Nicene Creed. It affirms Jesus is both true God and true man, rejecting heresies like Docetism that denied his humanity.
- Creation is the special act by which God freely creates all things out of nothing. Scripture testifies that human beings are unique in having both a material body and a spiritual soul, each directly created by God.
- God created Adam and Eve without defect and with extraordinary gifts like intimate friendship with himself.
- The Fall was the historical event where the first human beings disobeyed God, suffering serious consequences like losing grace and friendship with God. As their descendants, humans now inherit original sin and live without grace until the promise of salvation.
This document discusses the biblical concepts of life and death. It explains that the Bible refers to two types of death: physical death, which is the end of the physical body, and spiritual death, which is a state of being separated from God's love and dominion. It provides examples from Jesus and other biblical texts to support this dual meaning. The document also discusses the concept of resurrection in relation to spiritual progression after death and cooperation between the physical and spiritual realms.
The document discusses the topics of grace and the Beatitudes. Regarding grace, it defines grace as gifts that bring about supernatural friendship with God, and notes that grace allows humans to share in God's divine life. It discusses how grace begins with baptism and develops through virtues like faith, hope and charity. Mistakes about grace like Pelagianism are also addressed. Regarding the Beatitudes, it defines them as eight states of blessedness taught by Jesus, which bring heaven to earth. Each Beatitude is then explained in more detail, covering topics like poverty of spirit, mourning, and being persecuted for righteousness.
The Paschal mystery is the Passion, death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ by which He heals us from sin and enables us to become children of God. The word 'atonement' describes Christ's saving action, implying both a repayment for our sins and a reunion of God and humanity. Through the atonement, Jesus repays our debt of guilt, gains mercy and repeals punishment, defeats the devil's claims over us, reconciles us to God, and fulfills Scripture and salvation history.
1. LET THERE BE LIGHT Based on Gen. 1:2-3
2. THE MAKING OF MAN Based on Gen. 1:26-31
3. CHRISTIANITY AND SCIENCE Based on Gen. 1:26-28
4. GOD'S DAY OFF Based on Gen. 2:1-3
5. THE MAN WHO WAS NOT BORN Based on Gen. 2:4-17
6. THE FIRST LADY Based on Gen. 2:18-25
7. SATANIC SUCCESS Based on Gen. 3:1-7
8. TRICKED INTO A TREAT Based on Gen. 3:1-6
9. FRUIT OF EVIL Based on Gen. 3:6-7
10. THE DAWN OF CONSCIENCE Based on Gen. 3:7
11. GOD IN MAN'S IMAGE Based on Gen. 3:8f
12. GUILTY BUT NOT AS CHARGED Based on Gen. 3:12-14
13. THE FIRST JUDGMENT Based on Gen. 3:14-15
14. THE JUDGMENT OF EVE Based on Gen. 3:16-19
15. FROM DUST TO DUST Based on Gen. 3:19f
16. A GOOD START IS NOT ENOUGH Based on Gen. 3:1f
17. AWFUL ANGELS OR MISERABLE MEN? Based on Gen. 6:1-8
18. THE CURSE OF CANAAN Based on Gen. 9:18-28
19. DREAM AWARENESS Based on Gen. 31:1-13
20. DREAMS CAN COME TRUE Based on Gen. 37:2-20
21. LABOR FOR THE LORD Based on Gen. 41:41-57
22. THE IMPORTANCE OF THE INFORMATION Based on Gen. 42:1-17
23. EMOTIONS UNDER CONTROL based on Gen. 42:18-38
24. INTERPRETING LIFE'S EVENTS Based on Gen. 42:18-28
25. THE UNIVERSAL TOOL Based on Gen. 43:24-34
26. PASSING THE TEST Based on Gen. 44:1-16, 33-34
The Holy Spirit is part of the Trinity of God alongside God the Father and Jesus Christ. He has a personality with traits like a mind, will, ability to speak, love, and intercede. As God, the Holy Spirit is omnipresent, omniscient, omnipotent, and eternal. He has a sensitive nature and the Bible warns against lying to or grieving the Holy Spirit. Understanding the Holy Spirit is important to experiencing His power and ministry.
1) The document discusses theories that Jesus will return as a new Adam and Eve based on biblical passages and prophecies.
2) It argues that Jesus' mission to restore the human fall was not fully accomplished, as humanity still lives with original sin, so he must return physically as the new Adam with his bride Eve.
3) Korean prophecies and the Unification Church founder Sun Myung Moon are presented as evidence that Jesus will return to Korea as the new Adam and Eve to fulfill the full redemption of humanity.
The document summarizes key points about Christ the mediator from the Westminster Confession of Faith. It discusses that Christ, as both fully God and fully man, was chosen to be the mediator between God and man. As mediator, he fulfilled the offices of prophet, priest and king. It describes how Christ willingly took on human nature and perfectly obeyed God's law, suffering torments and death by crucifixion to act as a sacrifice for sins. It notes he rose from the dead and ascended to heaven, and will return to judge all people and angels at the end.
The Trinity refers to the one God in three persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Old Testament hints at personal distinctions in God, while the New Testament openly reveals the three persons through Jesus Christ. The persons are distinct yet united in their divine essence. The Trinity is central to Christian faith and expressed in the Apostles' Creed.
Gifts of the Holy Spirit, Fruits of the Holy Spirit, Presents of the Holy spirit, Confirmation and the gifts of the Holy Spirit, Witness of God, Faith Hope and Charity. What Confirmation does? Confirmation meaning? Grace in Confirmation
This document discusses the Holy Spirit from a biblical and phenomenological perspective. It begins by exploring who the Holy Spirit is in the Old and New Testaments. It then examines various images and roles of the Spirit before discussing encountering the Spirit, discerning the Spirit's presence, and listening to the Spirit's voice. The document also explores the physical responses people may have to the Spirit's power and things that can hinder hearing the Spirit. It emphasizes the importance of discernment when interpreting spiritual experiences. Overall, the document provides a thorough examination of biblical themes and spiritual experiences related to the Holy Spirit.
Jesus was history's most powerful voiceGLENN PEASE
This is a study of the voice of Jesus which is the most amazing and powerful voice of all time. His voice raised many from the dead, and in the end his voice will raise all the dead of history.
The document provides information about Mary and the four last things:
1) Mary is called the 'Mother of God' because she was the mother of Jesus Christ, who is both true God and true man. She remained a virgin and was assumed body and soul into heaven.
2) The four last things are death, judgment, heaven, and hell. Death is the separation of the soul and body. After death comes judgment by God, followed by an eternal destiny of either heaven or hell.
3) Heaven is being in the presence of God forever, while hell is eternal separation from God due to rejecting him.
Echoes of-creation-pt4 - saints and pilgrimagePeter Creagh
This document discusses Celtic spirituality and the importance of pilgrimage and saints. It begins with an opening prayer and the lighting of candles. It then provides background on pilgrimage in Celtic tradition, noting that for many Celts it meant leaving Ireland by boat. It shares a story from Thomas Merton about the "Great Way" being the way that leads to God. Finally, it introduces the topic of the importance of pilgrimage and saints in Celtic spirituality, recognizing that Celtic Christianity was not organized and focused on immanence rather than institutionalism.
The document discusses transpersonal approaches to therapy and personal development. It outlines four essential truths and choices that guide this approach: 1) attachment versus happiness, 2) ego versus spirit, 3) fear versus love, and 4) separation versus unity. For each truth, the document discusses recognizing the truth, encouraging engagement with its implications, and realizing it in life experience. These three stages of reflection can help therapists and clients process the four truths and choices.
The document discusses the growing tendency for people and societies to close their doors and minds to others who are different. It highlights how fear, ignorance, and lack of understanding often drive this closed-mindedness. The document advocates for open-mindedness, compassion, and interconnection as ways to counteract these tendencies and build trust between all people. It emphasizes the importance of dialogue across differences and reflects on the role that organizations like the International Satsang Association could play in opening doors between peoples.
This document discusses reasons why Korea is considered the chosen country for the Messiah's return according to Divine Principle. It provides 23 reasons including biblical prophecies that point to Asia and the shape of Korea resembling an angel blowing a trumpet. Korea has a strong Christian foundation and history, as well as spiritual traditions aligned with providence. The document explores the significance of Korean cultural symbols like their flag and language. In summary, Divine Principle teaches that Korea was prepared throughout history to become the homeland of the returning Messiah based on its spiritual foundations and fulfillment of prophecies.
This is a lesson in the Crossroads programme, a discipleship programme written by Dr Kevin Smith and offered by the South African Theological Seminary. This lesson is about the Person of the Holy Spirit.
This document provides an overview of the theology of justification according to the Westminster Confession. It defines justification as God pardoning sins and accepting people as righteous based solely on the righteousness of Christ imputed to them through faith. The document discusses that justification is by faith alone but accompanied by other saving graces, is a legal declaration by God rather than making one inherently righteous, and that those justified are eternally secure but can still sin and experience God's discipline. It also states that justification has always been by grace through faith alone for both Old and New Testament believers.
- God the Son took on a human nature like our own in the Incarnation. The Annunciation was when Gabriel told Mary she would conceive and bear a son named Jesus through the Holy Spirit. Jesus was then born in Bethlehem.
- The main titles of Jesus are "Jesus," meaning "God saves," "Christ," meaning "anointed one," "Lord," "Son of God," and "Son of Man," indicating his divinity and humanity.
- The "Word became flesh" in the Incarnation, as stated in the Nicene Creed. It affirms Jesus is both true God and true man, rejecting heresies like Docetism that denied his humanity.
- Creation is the special act by which God freely creates all things out of nothing. Scripture testifies that human beings are unique in having both a material body and a spiritual soul, each directly created by God.
- God created Adam and Eve without defect and with extraordinary gifts like intimate friendship with himself.
- The Fall was the historical event where the first human beings disobeyed God, suffering serious consequences like losing grace and friendship with God. As their descendants, humans now inherit original sin and live without grace until the promise of salvation.
This document discusses the biblical concepts of life and death. It explains that the Bible refers to two types of death: physical death, which is the end of the physical body, and spiritual death, which is a state of being separated from God's love and dominion. It provides examples from Jesus and other biblical texts to support this dual meaning. The document also discusses the concept of resurrection in relation to spiritual progression after death and cooperation between the physical and spiritual realms.
The document discusses the topics of grace and the Beatitudes. Regarding grace, it defines grace as gifts that bring about supernatural friendship with God, and notes that grace allows humans to share in God's divine life. It discusses how grace begins with baptism and develops through virtues like faith, hope and charity. Mistakes about grace like Pelagianism are also addressed. Regarding the Beatitudes, it defines them as eight states of blessedness taught by Jesus, which bring heaven to earth. Each Beatitude is then explained in more detail, covering topics like poverty of spirit, mourning, and being persecuted for righteousness.
The Paschal mystery is the Passion, death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ by which He heals us from sin and enables us to become children of God. The word 'atonement' describes Christ's saving action, implying both a repayment for our sins and a reunion of God and humanity. Through the atonement, Jesus repays our debt of guilt, gains mercy and repeals punishment, defeats the devil's claims over us, reconciles us to God, and fulfills Scripture and salvation history.
1. LET THERE BE LIGHT Based on Gen. 1:2-3
2. THE MAKING OF MAN Based on Gen. 1:26-31
3. CHRISTIANITY AND SCIENCE Based on Gen. 1:26-28
4. GOD'S DAY OFF Based on Gen. 2:1-3
5. THE MAN WHO WAS NOT BORN Based on Gen. 2:4-17
6. THE FIRST LADY Based on Gen. 2:18-25
7. SATANIC SUCCESS Based on Gen. 3:1-7
8. TRICKED INTO A TREAT Based on Gen. 3:1-6
9. FRUIT OF EVIL Based on Gen. 3:6-7
10. THE DAWN OF CONSCIENCE Based on Gen. 3:7
11. GOD IN MAN'S IMAGE Based on Gen. 3:8f
12. GUILTY BUT NOT AS CHARGED Based on Gen. 3:12-14
13. THE FIRST JUDGMENT Based on Gen. 3:14-15
14. THE JUDGMENT OF EVE Based on Gen. 3:16-19
15. FROM DUST TO DUST Based on Gen. 3:19f
16. A GOOD START IS NOT ENOUGH Based on Gen. 3:1f
17. AWFUL ANGELS OR MISERABLE MEN? Based on Gen. 6:1-8
18. THE CURSE OF CANAAN Based on Gen. 9:18-28
19. DREAM AWARENESS Based on Gen. 31:1-13
20. DREAMS CAN COME TRUE Based on Gen. 37:2-20
21. LABOR FOR THE LORD Based on Gen. 41:41-57
22. THE IMPORTANCE OF THE INFORMATION Based on Gen. 42:1-17
23. EMOTIONS UNDER CONTROL based on Gen. 42:18-38
24. INTERPRETING LIFE'S EVENTS Based on Gen. 42:18-28
25. THE UNIVERSAL TOOL Based on Gen. 43:24-34
26. PASSING THE TEST Based on Gen. 44:1-16, 33-34
The Holy Spirit is part of the Trinity of God alongside God the Father and Jesus Christ. He has a personality with traits like a mind, will, ability to speak, love, and intercede. As God, the Holy Spirit is omnipresent, omniscient, omnipotent, and eternal. He has a sensitive nature and the Bible warns against lying to or grieving the Holy Spirit. Understanding the Holy Spirit is important to experiencing His power and ministry.
1) The document discusses theories that Jesus will return as a new Adam and Eve based on biblical passages and prophecies.
2) It argues that Jesus' mission to restore the human fall was not fully accomplished, as humanity still lives with original sin, so he must return physically as the new Adam with his bride Eve.
3) Korean prophecies and the Unification Church founder Sun Myung Moon are presented as evidence that Jesus will return to Korea as the new Adam and Eve to fulfill the full redemption of humanity.
The document summarizes key points about Christ the mediator from the Westminster Confession of Faith. It discusses that Christ, as both fully God and fully man, was chosen to be the mediator between God and man. As mediator, he fulfilled the offices of prophet, priest and king. It describes how Christ willingly took on human nature and perfectly obeyed God's law, suffering torments and death by crucifixion to act as a sacrifice for sins. It notes he rose from the dead and ascended to heaven, and will return to judge all people and angels at the end.
The Trinity refers to the one God in three persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Old Testament hints at personal distinctions in God, while the New Testament openly reveals the three persons through Jesus Christ. The persons are distinct yet united in their divine essence. The Trinity is central to Christian faith and expressed in the Apostles' Creed.
Gifts of the Holy Spirit, Fruits of the Holy Spirit, Presents of the Holy spirit, Confirmation and the gifts of the Holy Spirit, Witness of God, Faith Hope and Charity. What Confirmation does? Confirmation meaning? Grace in Confirmation
This document discusses the Holy Spirit from a biblical and phenomenological perspective. It begins by exploring who the Holy Spirit is in the Old and New Testaments. It then examines various images and roles of the Spirit before discussing encountering the Spirit, discerning the Spirit's presence, and listening to the Spirit's voice. The document also explores the physical responses people may have to the Spirit's power and things that can hinder hearing the Spirit. It emphasizes the importance of discernment when interpreting spiritual experiences. Overall, the document provides a thorough examination of biblical themes and spiritual experiences related to the Holy Spirit.
Jesus was history's most powerful voiceGLENN PEASE
This is a study of the voice of Jesus which is the most amazing and powerful voice of all time. His voice raised many from the dead, and in the end his voice will raise all the dead of history.
The document provides information about Mary and the four last things:
1) Mary is called the 'Mother of God' because she was the mother of Jesus Christ, who is both true God and true man. She remained a virgin and was assumed body and soul into heaven.
2) The four last things are death, judgment, heaven, and hell. Death is the separation of the soul and body. After death comes judgment by God, followed by an eternal destiny of either heaven or hell.
3) Heaven is being in the presence of God forever, while hell is eternal separation from God due to rejecting him.
Echoes of-creation-pt4 - saints and pilgrimagePeter Creagh
This document discusses Celtic spirituality and the importance of pilgrimage and saints. It begins with an opening prayer and the lighting of candles. It then provides background on pilgrimage in Celtic tradition, noting that for many Celts it meant leaving Ireland by boat. It shares a story from Thomas Merton about the "Great Way" being the way that leads to God. Finally, it introduces the topic of the importance of pilgrimage and saints in Celtic spirituality, recognizing that Celtic Christianity was not organized and focused on immanence rather than institutionalism.
The document discusses transpersonal approaches to therapy and personal development. It outlines four essential truths and choices that guide this approach: 1) attachment versus happiness, 2) ego versus spirit, 3) fear versus love, and 4) separation versus unity. For each truth, the document discusses recognizing the truth, encouraging engagement with its implications, and realizing it in life experience. These three stages of reflection can help therapists and clients process the four truths and choices.
The document discusses the growing tendency for people and societies to close their doors and minds to others who are different. It highlights how fear, ignorance, and lack of understanding often drive this closed-mindedness. The document advocates for open-mindedness, compassion, and interconnection as ways to counteract these tendencies and build trust between all people. It emphasizes the importance of dialogue across differences and reflects on the role that organizations like the International Satsang Association could play in opening doors between peoples.
Sister Ishpriya was born in England but has lived in India for many years, where she has studied Hindu, Buddhist, and Christian spiritual traditions. She is committed to interfaith understanding and sees a need for a planetary spirituality that is inclusive of all faiths. Her own spirituality draws from concepts in Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Taoism, and contemporary science. She holds a doctorate in psychology and incorporates Eastern and Western spiritual wisdom into her teachings. People from around the world seek her spiritual guidance.
This document summarizes talks given at an International Satsang Association meeting on balancing twin needs of belongingness and solitude, and cultivating compassion. It discusses finding balance between these needs and maintaining awareness of ancient spiritual practices like meditation, breathwork and Zen tea ceremonies that help access the "still center" within. It emphasizes developing deep compassion for others by understanding their experiences beyond just sympathy, to build a universal vision of breaking down barriers between all people.
Sister Ishpriya founded the International Satsang Association after spending 32 years living in ashrams in India where she was deeply influenced by Hindu spiritual traditions like bhakti yoga, meditation, and the concepts of guru, sadhana, and seva. She lived in ashrams focused on bhakti yoga in Pune, meditation in Rishikesh under Swami Chidanandaji, and later established her own ashrams. These experiences shaped ISA's emphasis on spiritual practice, service, and bringing together people across religious and cultural backgrounds through shared commitment to spiritual growth.
DPC 2016 - 53 Minutes or Less - Architecting For Failurebenwaine
An increasing amount of web and business applications are hosted on the cloud. It’s easy: a few clicks, api calls or a script written with your favourite IaaS provider and your application is launched and available to your consumers.
That’s the problem, it’s deceptively easy to make an application available. It’s much harder to make an application reliably available. The much touted “four nines” - 99.99% availability means your application must be consistently available for all but 53 minutes a year.
Using AWS as an example this talk covers the choices you must make when hosting an application from the network up. Choices around Regions, Availability Zones, Service Discovery, Deployment and Maintenance all have a major impact on up time.
The practice of “Chaos Engineering” made famous by Netflix is demonstrated as a way to validate the choices you’ve made and help prepare you for the worst.
The document discusses scriptural images of the church including the kingdom of God, the people of God, the body of Christ, and the temple of the Holy Spirit. It notes that Jesus established the church by preaching about the coming kingdom of God. The church serves as the leaven, sowing the seed and casting the net to represent the coming kingdom. The people of God are called by God to be a chosen people who believe in Christ. As the body of Christ, the church has unity in diversity through different spiritual gifts from the one Spirit. The temple of the Holy Spirit dwells in Christians.
This document provides a collection of prayers, materials, and resources for inclusion in worship services or events focusing on creation and the environment. It is divided into 15 sections covering items such as calls to worship, statements of faith, music, and children's resources. Many of the items are reproduced directly, while some are referenced with web links to find the full resource. The materials can be used as long as the original sources are accredited. The document seeks to offer ideas and inspiration for services without being definitive.
The document discusses the books of Daniel and Revelation and their purpose of revealing the character of Jesus Christ. It notes that Daniel's name means "God is my judge" and Revelation reveals Jesus Christ. Therefore, these books reveal who reflects Christ's character through the Holy Spirit by living according to the everlasting gospel.
The document then discusses the "sea of glass" mentioned in Revelation 15:2. It states this sea represents the ultimate triumph of God's saints over the beast (papal Rome), the beast's image (apostate Protestantism), the mark of the beast (Sunday worship decreed by the papacy), and the number of the beast's name. It claims the sea of glass symbolizes God's
This is a study of Jesus as the light of all mankind. This was the case in His pre-incarnate state in eternity. He was already the life and light of the world.
The document discusses the relationship between worship, culture, and the gospel. It addresses how worship leaders influence culture through songs, and the need for theological balance. While culture constantly changes, the gospel remains the same, and cannot be communicated without engaging culture. True worship transforms us, responds to God's initiative, and joins with Jesus in praising the Father through the Holy Spirit.
This is a collection of writings that deal with the issue of the power of the Holy Spirit in preaching. Paul claimed he had that power and so do many others who preach the Gospel.
Why is the God of the Bible seemingly different in the Old and New Testaments?China Outreach Ministries
The document provides an overview of several Eastern and Western religions and philosophies, including their origins, key figures, concepts, and teachings. It then examines some of the major changes that Christianity brought, such as moving from a focus on warfare and punishment to forgiveness, and redefining humanity's relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Overall, the document uses brief summaries and quotes to introduce several religious and philosophical traditions and how Christianity transformed certain beliefs and practices.
The document discusses the Feast of Epiphany, which celebrates God revealing himself as human in Jesus Christ. It centers around the visit of the Magi, guided by Scripture and a star, finding and worshiping Jesus with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Through Jesus' incarnation and the preaching of his word to all nations, God manifests himself and calls people out of darkness into his light. The feast emphasizes how Christ reveals God to the world through his physical presence and the proclamation of the gospel in the church.
I. THE ANTIQUITY AND UNIVERSALITY OF
PRAYER . . . . . .13
II. THE NATURE OF PRAYER . . 27
III. PLACE AND POSTURE IN PRAYER . . 39
IV. THE TIME ELEMENT IN PRAYER . . 51
V. THE POWER OF PRAYER ... 69
VI. HINDRANCES TO PRAYER . . .83
VII. NON-CHRISTIAN PRAYER AND MISSIONS . 95
VIII. PRAYER AND MISSIONS . . .113
IX. SOME OLD TESTAMENT PRAYERS . .125
X. THE PRAYERS OF PAUL . . . 141
XI. THE LORD S PRAYER . . . 155
XII. THE PRAYERS OF OUR LORD. . . 169
The document discusses the origins and meanings of key Christian terms:
1) "Church" derives from the Greek "ekklesia" meaning assembly, used in the Septuagint to translate the Hebrew "qahal" referring to God's calling of the Israelites.
2) In the New Testament, "ekklesia" designates the early Christian community called together by Christ for prayer and the Eucharist.
3) Today, the Church is understood as the new people of God in each local community, made real in the Eucharist.
4) To be Christian means to follow Jesus Christ, Catholic means universal and all-embracing, and Roman Catholic implies
Meanings and the vibrational qualities of jesusEdward DiMaio
The document contains translations and explanations of key Aramaic words from the teachings of Jesus as translated by Neil Douglas-Klotz. It discusses how translating Jesus' words from the original Aramaic provides deeper spiritual and cultural context compared to translations to other languages like Greek or English. Key terms like "God", "heaven", and "spirit" take on new meanings when understood from their Aramaic roots and the cultural context in which Jesus taught. The document advocates embodying these teachings through practices like chanting and body prayer to reconnect with Jesus' original message.
The document provides information about the Easter Vigil liturgy, which consists of four parts: the Service of Light, Liturgy of the Word, Liturgy of Baptism, and Liturgy of the Eucharist. It describes the blessing of the new fire and Easter candle. There are readings from the Old and New Testaments. The rites of baptism, confirmation, and first communion are also discussed. The document emphasizes that the sacraments of initiation lay the foundation of the Christian life and bring believers into full communion with the Church.
The significance of the Apocalypse
The circumstances surrounding its writing
Who wrote it? To Whom? Where? Why?
Its structure and Content
Aids to interpretation
How can we benefit from it?
1) The city of Corinth was devoted to pleasure and philosophy, with rampant sexual immorality and devotion to human wisdom.
2) Paul established a church in Corinth but it struggled with issues reflecting the culture, dividing into factions.
3) In his letter, Paul contrasts the "carnalities" plaguing the church with the "spiritualities" needed to correct them, emphasizing that human wisdom cannot solve spiritual problems - only the wisdom of God through the cross of Christ.
God has drawn close to humanity at every time and place, calling us to know and love him with all our strength. This Advent retreat guide focuses on getting to know God better, especially his personal love for each person as shown in the mystery of Christmas. The first meditation reflects on the joyful amazement expressed in the prayers and readings for the Christmas Mass at midnight. It is amazing that God chose to come to our rescue and did not give up on humanity, invading our world through the birth of Jesus to prove his great love for us.
Developing emotional resilience pt 1 the evolutionary brainPeter Creagh
This document discusses the evolution of the brain and models for understanding it. It describes:
1. Paul MacLean's triune brain model which views the brain as having 3 parts - the reptilian brain for survival, limbic system for emotion, and neocortex for thinking.
2. A proposed 5 brain model adding the prefrontal cortex and heart.
3. How the triune brain and concept of the "window of tolerance" can help understand emotional resilience and managing stress responses like fight, flight, or freeze.
This document provides instructions for practicing pranayama, a yogic breathing technique used to control the breath. It outlines a basic introductory practice of pranayama involving conscious breathing in and out through alternating nostrils. The practice is described in 19 steps, beginning with relaxed awareness of breathing and progressing to closing one nostril at a time while breathing slowly through the other. Regular pranayama practice is recommended to bring calmness to the body and psyche.
The document discusses the practice of pranayama, which is the regulation or control of breath. Pranayama is an ancient yogic practice that aims to still the mind by controlling the breath. It provides a basic 15-step pranayama practice that begins with conscious breathing in a relaxing environment and progresses to deeper breathing by imagining filling lungs like balloons on the inhale. The practice concludes by taking three focused breaths to bring in fresh air and release toxins on the exhale. Regular pranayama practice can aid meditation.
Essentials of the Solution Focused Approach to HelpingPeter Creagh
The document outlines seven key principles of Solution Focused Approaches (SFA) to helping. SFA focuses on solutions rather than problems and looks for evidence of clients' previous successes and strengths. It emphasizes developing solution language and focusing questions on the present and preferred future. Scaling questions are used to relate aspects of clients' lives to a 0-10 scale. The overall goal of SFA is to assist clients in envisioning and working towards their preferred future through small, experimental steps.
Formation before transformation Questions for the Spiritual TravellerPeter Creagh
Reflections on Spirituality with reference to two Masters, Jesus the Christ and Gautama the Buddha.
Focusiing on the importance of Formation and being rooted before one becomes transformed
Based on the importance of Advaita - Non-Duality instead of the Western and Paternalistic tendency towards duality i.e,. an Eithert : Or view of lidfe
Bowlby - An Introduction to Attachment TheoryPeter Creagh
The document summarizes John Bowlby's attachment theory, which proposes that people form attachments to other individuals who provide a sense of security. It notes that attachment behaviors are strongest in childhood but continue throughout life. The theory is relevant to understanding family and relationship dynamics. Specifically, early attachment experiences with caregivers shape how people interact in adult relationships. Issues like fear of intimacy or separation, anxious or avoidant attachment styles, may stem from unreliable or absent caregivers as children. The document ends by outlining how an understanding of attachment theory can help counselors in working with couples.
Balancing twin needs ; - Companionship and SolitudePeter Creagh
This document summarizes talks given at an International Satsang Association meeting on balancing twin needs of belongingness and solitude, and cultivating compassion. It discusses finding balance between these needs and maintaining awareness of ancient spiritual practices like meditation, breathwork and Zen tea ceremonies that help access the "still center" within. It emphasizes developing deep compassion for others by understanding their experiences beyond just sympathy, to build a universal vision of breaking down barriers between all people.
The document provides an introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). It discusses that CBT combines cognitive therapy, behavior modification therapy, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. CBT is based on the assumption that unwanted thoughts and behaviors are learned and can be unlearned. The goal of CBT is to identify problematic thoughts and replace them with more positive thoughts to change feelings and behaviors. CBT uses cognitive and behavioral techniques like challenging negative thoughts and gradual exposure to change patterns of thinking and acting. Research shows CBT is effective for treating anxiety, depression, phobias, and other issues.
Echoes of-creation-pt5 - 21st century chalengesPeter Creagh
This document discusses challenges facing Western Christianity and spirituality in the modern world. It addresses 6 main challenges: 1) modernity and the relevance of God, 2) a paternalistic view of God that is biased against women, 3) an inadequate view of ecology and the environment, 4) other major faith traditions, particularly Eastern traditions, 5) dualism versus non-duality, and 6) rationality versus mysticism. It argues that Celtic spirituality can help address these challenges through its emphasis on immanence, non-dualism, respect for women and nature, and openness to mystery.
The document discusses countertransference in spiritual direction relationships. It defines two main types of countertransference: helper activated, which stems from the helper's own past; and helper reactivated, which is the helper's response to the directee's transference. Helper reactivated countertransference can take the form of objective, concordant, or complementary countertransference. The document provides examples of each and emphasizes that recognizing and addressing countertransference is important for the relationship and can provide insights if explored properly. It concludes that countertransference is inevitable in close relationships and helpers must develop self-awareness and use supervision to best help directees.
The document discusses ashrams in both Eastern and Western contexts, past and future. It shares the author's experience with ashrams over 20 years, starting with seeking to preserve contemplative prayer through an "Adapted Ashram." Exposure to Hindu ashrams and teachings revealed a deeper essence of ashrams beyond cultural traditions. Issues like the guru-chela relationship remain unresolved for Catholic ashrams. The author reflects that calling Christ the Guru of Christians could misconstrue His role, and quotes scripture to question taking it as forbidding having a guru.
Die Quelle began in 1996 as a reconstructed guest house in Austria providing a spiritual home for people of all ages. It is a Sadhana Ashram under the guidance of Sr. Ishpriya, who aims to support individual spiritual growth through meditation, reflection and a balance of solitary and shared experiences. The Ashram encourages interaction among people of different backgrounds and traditions in a space that integrates eastern spiritual practices with western lifestyle.
The document provides a tour of Die Quelle, a Sadhana Ashram community house, through photographs and reflections on what each area represents. The reflections discuss using the space for spiritual practice like meditation, study, and sharing meals together. It emphasizes living simply, with openness and respect for all people, caring for nature, and finding unity in diversity through transcending cultural differences.
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
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A375 Example Taste the taste of the Lord, the taste of the Lord The taste of...franktsao4
It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
The Enchantment and Shadows_ Unveiling the Mysteries of Magic and Black Magic...Phoenix O
This manual will guide you through basic skills and tasks to help you get started with various aspects of Magic. Each section is designed to be easy to follow, with step-by-step instructions.
A Free eBook ~ Valuable LIFE Lessons to Learn ( 5 Sets of Presentations)...OH TEIK BIN
A free eBook comprising 5 sets of PowerPoint presentations of meaningful stories /Inspirational pieces that teach important Dhamma/Life lessons. For reflection and practice to develop the mind to grow in love, compassion and wisdom. The texts are in English and Chinese.
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The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
Jude gives us hope at the end of a dark letter. In a dark world like today, we need the light of Christ to shine brighter and brighter. Jude shows us where to fix our focus so we can be filled with God's goodness and glory. Join us to explore this incredible passage.