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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 7
Language
English
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When an eighty-two-year-old rabbi from Albom's old hometown asks him to deliver his eulogy, Albom goes back to his nonfiction roots and becomes involved with a Detroit pastor--a reformed drug dealer and convict--who preaches to the poor and homeless in a decaying church with a hole in its roof. A timely, moving, and inspiring look at faith: not just who believes, but why.
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Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Language
English
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When Margaret's fiancé, John, is hospitalized for depression, she faces a choice: carry on with their plans, or back away from the suffering it may bring her. She decides to marry him. What follows is the unforgettable story of what unfolds from this act of love and faith. At the heart of it is their eldest son, Michael, a brilliant, anxious music fanatic, and the story of how, over the span of decades, his younger siblings-the responsible Celia...
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Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
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"In her latest book, The Universe Has Your Back, New York Times best-selling author Gabrielle Bernstein teaches readers how to transform their fear into faith in order to live a divinely guided life. Each story and lesson in the book guides readers to release the blocks to what they most long for: happiness, security and clear direction. The lessons help readers relinquish the need to control so they can relax into a sense of certainty and freedom....
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Language
English
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Although a vocal minority continues to attack religious faith, for most Americans, faith is a large part of their lives: 86% of Americans refer to themselves as religious, and 75% of all Americans consider themselves Christians. So how should they respond to these passionate, learned, and persuasive books that promote science and secularism over religion and faith? For years, Tim Keller has compiled a list of the most frequently voiced "doubts" skeptics...
5) Slow burn
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Series
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2018].
Language
English
Description
"After their devastating journey from the Anchor to Sophia, Clive and Clover Hamill, Gemma Poplin, and Paz Dedios ... will be compelled to question everything they thought they believed--and the conclusions they reach could determine the fate of an entire civilization"-- Provided by publisher.
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Series
Elijah chronicles volume 1
Language
English
Description
After losing his wife and child in a car accident, Jack Garrison also loses his faith, until he begins having dreams, visions, and true experiences, as prophecy begins to unfold.
"Jack Garrison lost his wife and their only child in a car accident ... and thereafter lost his faith. In this dramatic novel, the thirty-three-year-old skeptic experiences the mysterious wonder of being caught up in visions, dreams, and real life experiences. Readers journey...
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English
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"Like a River, a triumphant story of new life birthed out of tragedy, will teach readers how to face their failures, confront their pain, and connect with God—the true source of life. On June 4th, 2019, country music singer Granger Smith was enjoying a final evening with his kids before heading to Nashville for the CMT Music Awards and his next tour. While helping his daughter London with her gymnastics, his youngest son fell into their pool. Granger...
8) The prisoner
Publisher
Columbia TriStar Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
The film is based on the real-life travails of Hungarian Cardinal Mindszenty, who after suffering under Nazi persecution, was imprisoned by the new Communist regime for remaining loyal to his religious convictions.
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Language
English
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"From the author of A New Kind of Christianity comes a bold proposal: only doubt can save the world and your faith. Sixty-five million adults in the U.S. have dropped out of active church attendance and about 2.7 million more are leaving every year. Faith After Doubt is for the millions of people around the world who feel that their faith is falling apart. Using his own story and the stories of a diverse group of struggling believers, Brian D. McLaren,...
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Publisher
HarperOne, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
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"The author of How the Bible Actually Works and The Bible Tells Me So explains how our model of God and faith must evolve as our understanding of the world deepens--just as the Bible describes it should"-- Provided by publisher.
"The author of How the Bible Actually Works and The Bible Tells Me So explains how our model of God and faith must evolve as our understanding of the world deepens—just as the Bible describes it should. Life throws us...
11) Don't give up: faith that gives you the confidence to keep believing and the courage to keep going
Author
Publisher
Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Draws on biblical passages and personal experiences to offer encouragement to trust in God and persevere through life's challenges. Pastor and bestselling author uses stories from the Bible and everyday people to empower readers to get back up after life knocks them down. Through God's strength and courage rather than their own, they can hold fast and keep fighting.
13) Do you believe?
Publisher
Pure Flix
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
A dozen souls, all moving in different directions, all longing for something more. As their lives unexpectedly intersect, they each are about to discover there is power in the Cross of Christ, even if they don't yet believe it. From the creators of God's Not Dead comes this stirring new film.
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Publisher
Thomas Nelson
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
In You Are Never Alone, pastor and New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado will show you that you're stronger than you think because God is nearer than you know. You'll be comforted by the living, loving, miracle-working God who doesn't think twice about stepping into the thorny thickets of your world to lift you out.
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Series
Publisher
Oneworld
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
Description
''A valuable and relevant insight into the youngest world religion. The youngest of the world religions and the second most widespread after Christianity, the Baha’i Faith is well known for its belief in the oneness of all religions. In this clear, readable, and informative guide, Momen provides a vibrant introduction to all aspects of this fast-expanding faith, which now has over 5.5 million adherents. From its teachings on the spiritual development...
19) The pen of glory
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Publisher
Bahá'í Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"The Pen of Glory is a compilation taken from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, written in response to specific questions from people wishing to know more about the principles and teachings of the Baha'i Faith. Most interesting is that these people came from various religious backgrounds, which provides the reader with a broad understanding of the central tenets of the Baha'i Faith. In each response, Baha'u'llah answers the question of the seeker and then...
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