Touching God

Touching God is a gentle invitation to an experience of God that is immediate and intimate. Drawing from both her own life and a range of sources, author Ellyn Sanna shows how the lived symbol is often more truly felt than the theology behind it. A profound awareness of this helps us counter a cold, abstract image of God and make all of life sacramental..

‘Touching God: Hopkins and Love’ is the first book devoted to love in the writings of Gerard Manley Hopkins, illuminating our understanding of him as a romantic poet. Discussions of desire in Hopkins’ poetry have focused on his unrequited attraction to men. In contrast, Duc Dau turns to Luce Irigaray and Maurice Merleau-Ponty’s theories of mutual touch to uncover the desire Hopkins cultivated and celebrated: his love for Christ. ‘Touching God’ demonstrates how descriptions of touching played a vital role in the poet’s vision of spiritual eroticism. Forging a new way of reading desire and the body in Hopkins’ writings, the work offers fresh interpretations of his poetry..

Prayer is an important spiritual discipline, yet for many, it can be either confusing, intimidating, or not well understood. On a popular level, prayer is commonly seen as a means to an end—asking and receiving from God. But is there much more to prayer? In Touching God: Discovering Prayer that Moves the Heart of God, you will discover a new dimension of prayer—one that will deepen not only this important spiritual discipline in your life, but also your relationship to God. This book will help you transform your prayer life from spiritual duty, to one that will touch the very heart of God, and when we touch the master’s heart, we experience the power of prayer in unimaginable ways..

The author takes you on a journey to far-reaching corners of the world, where he drinks tea with loving Sudanese Muslims, prays in ancient Coptic churches, and whirls with Sufi dervishes in the desert. In seeking the mystical in extraordinary places, he discovers that an intimate relationship with God can be found in known religious practices. The key is not the practice itself, but the role of the mind and the heart. With the right intention and contemplative approach, the religious practice unveils an attentive and loving God. The author draws upon Rumi and Hafez, in Islam, and Saint Teresa of Avila and Thomas Merton, in Christianity, and many others to discuss the fundamental principles for embracing the Divine. By distilling the basic tenets and practices of Islam and Christianity, he finds they both hold similar mystical treasures. Learn new and ancient methods for meditation, prayer, chanting, prayer beads and pilgrimages. Closely examine the Koran’s incredible poetry and beauty and gain insight into how it has brought millions to God. Learn about lectio divina, the ancient technique of listening to God’s personal communication with you through the Bible. The author provides step-by-step instructions for you to begin to use these mystical tools. By the end of the book, you’ll have taken your own journey into the heart of both Islam and Christianity and found Love..

Today you can touch Godbut more importantly, God can touch you. Some think that only people in the Bible encountered God, that God met people long ago but He doesnt do it today. That is not true! Jesus is just alive today as when He encountered people in the Scriptures. God can meet you today. This book will guide you to encounter God and to experience life change. Elmer Towns examines the lives of seven leaders in the Bible who were touched by God. As you study their encounters and journey through the 50 days of devotional readings, you will discover principles and insights that will help you touch God for your personal needs. As you encounter and touch God, you will: Discover what He wants you to become and how He wants to work in your life. Learn new truths about God and develop a deeper friendship with Him. Be anointed and equipped for a new task or fruitful ministry. Receive insights about yourself, your ministry, and your worship of God. Be empowered to walk in boldness, confidence, and unwavering faith. God may not appear to you the same way He did to people in the Bible, but He is the same Godyesterday, today and foreverand His presence is available to you!.

This book is the result of the 2019 and 2020 National Catholic Missions, which are produced by the National Catholic Broadcasting Council (NCBC). His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins and the Most Reverend Gerard Bergie are the Mission leaders of the National Catholic Mission Talks featured in this study guide. We can experience God’s compassion during different situations in our lives. The Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, and Anointing are means by which the Church is able to bring God’s compassion and healing touch to people in a very real way. Each chapter includes a transcript of the talk, prayers, reflection material, and discussion questions. This study guide is intended for use by individuals looking for a deeper understanding of the sacraments and their faith, as well as: • Catholic religion teachers • RCIA team leaders and members • Small faith groups • Parents, grandparents, and godparents This study guide may be used on its own or in conjunction with the video Mission talks of the National Catholic Mission, available at www.dailytvmass.com..

The one thing we should strive for in life is to please God, our heavenly Father. It pleases God when we seek Him in prayer and brag about His love and affection for us. God will give us Holy Ghost boldness and supernatural power to impact the world with his love when we pray. Prayer can be difficult for people, and this prayer book will help them to grow confidence in their personal prayer life..

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