This document discusses faith during times of suffering through references to various people and events. It summarizes the story of St. Alphonsa and her ministry helping the poor, sick, orphaned and dying. It then describes the suffering of Christians in Orissa, India in 2007, where over 5,000 homes were burned, over 18,000 people were injured, and 93 people were killed. Finally, it discusses how faith can be inspired through suffering, referencing the stories of the burning bush and Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego surviving the fiery furnace.
Practical lessons from the Bible. This lesson helps believers take their belief and apply it to real life by expanding their faith in Christ beyond the bounds of their understanding.
Practical lessons from the Bible. This lesson helps believers take their belief and apply it to real life by expanding their faith in Christ beyond the bounds of their understanding.
This is the first part of a series we are doing about faith development at Cafechurch Melbourne (www.cafechurch.org), largely based on John J Shea's book "Finding God Again." We want to be adults, with fully functional adult faith, but how do we go about it? This session is about the God of the superego with which we start our journey. These images of God aren't wrong exactly, but they become increasingly inadequate, and as we develop, we need to develop more adequate notions of God.
How to move from doubt and unbelief to strong faith through the search for relevant evidence. The dangers of unbelief are spelled out. A path to spiritual growth is made clear. Doubting Thomas' encounter with Jesus after the resurrection is examined.
This is the first part of a series we are doing about faith development at Cafechurch Melbourne (www.cafechurch.org), largely based on John J Shea's book "Finding God Again." We want to be adults, with fully functional adult faith, but how do we go about it? This session is about the God of the superego with which we start our journey. These images of God aren't wrong exactly, but they become increasingly inadequate, and as we develop, we need to develop more adequate notions of God.
How to move from doubt and unbelief to strong faith through the search for relevant evidence. The dangers of unbelief are spelled out. A path to spiritual growth is made clear. Doubting Thomas' encounter with Jesus after the resurrection is examined.
This is a book you will surely love to read. it probes into the virtue of humility with JESUS CHRIST us the GREAT OBJECT OF STUDY. I hope after reading this book you will really enjoy it and be changed by it
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
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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.
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
https://youtu.be/nV4kGHFsEHw
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
Discover various methods for clearing negative entities from your space and spirit, including energy clearing techniques, spiritual rituals, and professional assistance. Gain practical knowledge on how to implement these techniques to restore peace and harmony. For more information visit here: https://www.reikihealingdistance.com/negative-entity-removal/
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptx
Faith persecution
1. Year of Faith
Oct. 11, 2012-Nov. 24, 2013
It takes real spiritual maturity to stay faithful when things go wrong
2. "(Her) heroic virtues of patience, fortitude
and perseverance in the midst of deep
suffering remind us that God always
provides the strength we need to
overcome every trial“.
St Alphonsa
Sorrows to joy
3. For over 45 years, she ministered to poor, sick, orphaned & dying
When I pick up a person from the street, hungry, I give him a plate of
rice, a piece of bread, I have satisfied. I have removed that
hunger. But a person that is shut out, that feels unwanted,
unloved, terrified, the person that has been thrown out from
society—that poverty is so hurtable [sic] and so much, and I find
that very difficult."
14. 18,000
Men, women, children injured
For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults,
hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am
strong. 2 Corinthians 12:10
Our neighbors ?
22. • We are not just statistics,
we all are one in Christ
• We are not beggars,
respect our dignity
• We are vulnerable,
not invulnerable.
• We are flesh and blood,
not steel and stone.
• We are men and women,
not cherubim and seraphim
Our true faith
is our stronghold
27. The inspiration
While tending his father-
in-law Jethro's sheep in
the land of Midian,
Moses saw a baffling
sight on Mount Horeb. A
bush was on fire, but it
did not burn up. Moses
went over to the burning
bush to investigate, and
the voice of God called
to him.
Messages through fire
28. Faith through fire
Shadrach, Meshach,
and Abednego were
bound and cast into the
flames. The fiery blast
was so hot it killed the
soldiers who had
escorted them. But as
King Nebuchadnezzar
peered into the furnace,
he marveled at what he
saw: "But I see four men
unbound, walking in the
midst of the fire, and
they are not hurt; and
the appearance of the
fourth is like a son of the
gods." Daniel 3:25
29. Burning Bush
a human interactive installation
prayer area
handouts
faith walk-through for visitors
photographs | stories of faith | scriptures | prayers | audio | video
Top view of installation = exhibits with participants in candle light
30. Year Of Faith Prayer
You desire justice for all:
enable us to uphold the rights of others;
do not allow us to be misled by ignorance
or corrupted by fear or favor.
Unite us to yourself in the bond of love
and keep us faithful to all that is true.
Ecumenism Pro-life
Love, respect, celebrate and
Initiatives aimed at
defend the gift, value and
greater Christian unity
dignity of human life in all
or cooperation
circumstances.
He had send us to proclaim release to the captives,
to set at liberty to those who are oppressed, to
proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord.
33. their pain
your support
faith transformed
We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in
despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.
2 Corinthians 4:8-9