Religion & Spirituality Audiobooks

7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life: What My Journey from Porn Star to Preacher Taught Me About the Trut

Modern culture often sells us lies, a series of counterfeits that masquerade as truth. They promise to bring success, affirmation, fame, and even riches-all of the things that we think will make us happy. Yet none of these things will ultimately fulfill us, and believing these lies can lead us down the path of destruction. Joshua Broome knows this firsthand. He had a successful career in the adult film industry, making lots of money and achieving notoriety and all the markers of success. And yet he felt empty inside. After hitting rock bottom, he cried out to Jesus ... and it was only then that he was fully redeemed. In 7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life, Joshua examines seven things we are told will make us happy and shows how each of them points us back to our need for God. Using his own journey as a point of reference, 7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life pairs his personal experiences with Biblical truths, demonstrating both how we can be deceived and the healing truth that comes when we realize that Jesus really is enough.

Joshua Broome (Author), Joshua Broome, TBD (Narrator)

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Grace for the Moment for Moms: Inspirational Thoughts of Encouragement and Appreciation for Moms (A

You're the best, Mom. Mothers, for so many, are a welcoming hug, a helping hand, a comforting ear, a wise source of guidance. They do so much for so many, and in the devotional Grace for the Moment for Moms, bestselling author, husband, father, and grandfather Max Lucado offers moms comfort, encouragement, and some much-needed moments of grace and appreciation. You'll find Scripture-based devotions that: - Encourage moms in their faith and help them embrace the hope of the Lord - Remind moms of God's grace over their lives and the lives of their children and grandchildren - Inspirational insight on how to choose love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and faithfulness in very real situations This compilation of 50 beautiful devotions from Max's bestselling brand also includes: - A prayer for moms by Max - Lovely design and illustrations - Inspirational messages that remind moms how loved and appreciated they are - Written-out Bible verses to encourage and uplift mothers Whether a gift for your own mom or for a mom who means so much to you, this book is ideal for Mother's Day, birthdays, Valentine's Day, and more and will be a cherished favorite for years to come. Tell your mom thank you, I love you, and more with Grace for the Moment for Moms.

Max Lucado (Author), Ben Holland, TBD (Narrator)

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Clear Mind, Peaceful Heart: 50 Devotions for Sleeping Well in a World Full of Worry

God not only has the whole world in His hands; He's holding the details of your life in His faithful hands as well. What lies heaviest on your heart as you lay your head on your pillow? Are paralyzing fear and anxiety stealing tomorrow's peace? Listen to this invitation from Jesus: 'Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest' (Matthew 11:28 NIV). Experiencing this kind of rest won't come from escapism, more vacation days, or stuffing our feelings. Jesus Himself provides rest to our weary souls. While He may not always fix everything right away, we can fix our thoughts on His Word. In doing this, we can sleep at night with ease knowing that God has it all under control. Through the pages of Clear Mind, Peaceful Heart, written by New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst and her friends at Proverbs 31 Ministries, you will be equipped to: - Quiet fearful and anxious thoughts that always seem to be the loudest before bedtime by incorporating the Bible into your nightly routine - Find relief from the stress of daily obligations and pressures through 50 encouraging devotions and guided prayers written by women like you - Release the heaviness you feel about hard situations in your life so you can wake up refreshed and walk into the next day with courage We may feel afraid, but we don't have to live afraid. Let this devotional help you fall asleep tonight with a clear mind and a peaceful heart.

Lysa Terkeurst (Author), Ginny Welsch, Lysa Terkeurst (Narrator)

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In Our Time: 25 Defining Ideas of Christianity: A BBC Radio 4 Collection

Melvyn Bragg and guests chart the development of Christian thought, looking at 25 fundamental concepts that emerged throughout history 'In Our Time is a digital Library of Alexandria, a rich seam of commute-enhancing, dinner-party-reviving wisdom' The Economist Launched into the Thursday morning 'death slot' in 1988, In Our Time defied expectations to become one of Radio 4's best-loved and most popular programmes. In the 25 years it has been on air, it has built up an audience of over 2 million listeners and covered over 1,000 topics, from the Berlin Conference to bird migration. This specially curated collection sees Melvyn Bragg and his panel of experts considering some of the central tenets of the Christian faith. Its wide-ranging scope incorporates key concepts including Heaven, Hell and Purgatory, angels and devils, prayers and miracles, the Fall of Man, the Apocalypse, the Trinity and the Nicene Creed. Also discussed are the most significant historical developments that shaped and influenced Christianity today, among them Gnosticism, Deism, Calvinism and Fundamentalism, the ontological argument, The Book of Common Prayer, papal infallibility and the Rapture. Full of fascinating ideas and lively, accessible discussions, this comprehensive compendium will delight religious scholars, theologians and autodidacts alike. Production credits Presented by Melvyn Bragg Produced by Thomas Morris, Simon Tillotson, Julia Johnson First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates: Part I: Key Concepts The Trinity 13 March 2014 With Janet Soskice, Martin Palmer and Graham Ward Heaven 22 December 2005 With Valery Rees, Martin Palmer and John Carey Angels 24 March 2005 With Martin Palmer, Valery Rees and John Haldane The Devil 11 December 2003 With Martin Palmer, Alison Rowlands and David Wootton Hell 21 December 2006 With Martin Palmer, Margaret Kean and Neil MacGregor The Fall 8 April 2004 With Martin Palmer, Griselda Pollock and John Carey Prayer 23 December 1999 With Russell Stannard and Andrew Samuels Miracles 25 September 2008 With Martin Palmer, Janet Soskice and Justin Champion Redemption 13 March 2003 With Richard Harries, Janet Soskice and Stephen Mulhall Duty 13 November 2003 With Angie Hobbs, Annabel Brett and Anthony Grayling The Apocalypse 17 July 2003 With Martin Palmer, Marina Benjamin and Justin Champion The Nicene Creed 27 December 2007 With Martin Palmer, Caroline Humfress and Andrew Louth Purgatory 25 May 2017 With Laura Ashe, Matthew Treherne and Helen Foxhall Forbes Part II: Historical Developments Gnosticism 2 May 2013 With Martin Palmer, Caroline Humfress and Alastair Logan The Ontological Argument 27 September 2012 With John Haldane, Peter Millican and Clare Carlisle Medieval Pilgrimage 18 February 2021 With Miri Rubin, Kathryn Rudy and Anthony Bale The Book of Common Prayer 17 October 2013 With Diarmaid MacCulloch, Alexandra Walsham and Martin Palmer Deism 8 October 2020 With Richard Serjeantson, Katie East and Thomas Ahnert Calvinism 25 February 2010 With Justin Champion, Susan Hardman Moore and Diarmaid MacCulloch Papal Infallibility 10 January 2019 With Tom O'Loughlin, Rebecca Rist and Miles Pattenden The Rapture 26 September 2019 With Elizabeth Phillips, Crawford Gribben and Nicholas Guyatt The Oxford Movement 13 April 2006 With Sheridan Gilley, Frances Knight and Simon Skinner The Age of Doubt 9 March 2000 With A N Wilson and Victoria Glendinning Science and Religion 25 January 2001 With Stephen Jay Gould, John Haldane and Hilary Rose Fundamentalism 22 April 1999 With Karen Armstrong and Tariq Ali © 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Melvyn Bragg (Author), Melvyn Bragg, Various (Narrator)

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The Finding Peace through Humility: Audio Bible Studies: A Bible Study in the Book of Judges

"In those days Israel had no king; everyone did as they saw fit" (Judges 17:6). The people of Israel in the time of the judges were stuck in a draining cycle of their own making. The cycle went like this. First, the people would turn away from God and do evil. Second, the Lord would see their evil acts and respond in justice by executing his judgment. Third, the people would realize their error and, usually in remorse, cry out to the Lord for deliverance. Fourth, God would hear their cries and raise up various "judges" to deliver them from their plight. But then, with the crisis removed, the people would once again become complacent and turn away from God-and they would be stuck in the cycle all over again. Why were the people unable to break free? The author of Judges gives us a clue when he states, "In those days Israel had no king; everyone did as they saw fit" (Judges 17:6; see also 18:1; 19:1; 21:25). In truth, the people had a King-the Lord-but were quick to reject him and his authority over their lives. Each time they looked to themselves or other foreign gods as their "king," they fell back into the cycle. In this six-session audio Bible study, pastor and teacher Joel Muddamalle reveals that the solution to the Israelites' problem, which is the same problem we have today, is to return to practicing humility. This often-neglected spiritual discipline is what allows us to recognize God is in control and we are not. It gives us the perspective to trust in him when we go through hardships and heartaches. It is the secret that enables us to face our fears and see the unlikely and unexpected places in which God is working in our lives. Humility is what we need to retrieve in order to live out the good life that God desires for his people-and as Joel reveals in this study, the story of Judges can serve as our guide. The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately.

Joel Muddamalle (Author), Joel Muddamalle (Narrator)

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Flirty Little Secret

For fans of Lynn Painter and Lyssa Kay Adams, You've Got Mail goes back to high school in this laugh-out-loud debut rom-com where the anonymous (and anxious) woman behind @TheMissGuidedCounselor must decide if she can take her own advice and reach for the life, and love, she wants. Guidance counselor Lucy Galindo works hard at being Harview High's Most Likely to Blend In. Between managing her anxiety and depression and having never found her place, Lucy knows she'd crumble at the center of attention. So when she spills boiling tea on the hot new teacher (in front of everyone!), it's a nightmare come to life . . . Aldrich Fletcher is having the worst first day: thanks to a clumsy (and well, beautiful) mystery woman, his pants are soaked; his ex-girlfriend is his new co-worker, and his estranged dad won't stop trying to talk to him. Thankfully, he can count on his online confidant, the wildly popular @TheMissGuidedCounselor, for advice: like how to woo Lucy, for whom he's falling hard . . . Only Lucy has a secret: she's @TheMissGuidedCounselor. And because her alter-ego is everything she's not-brave, confident, wise-Lucy's terrified of her two lives meeting. So when Fletcher realizes the truth, how can he find the courage to tell her-knowing it might end their growing romance? But for them to have a future, Lucy will need to realize she and her alter-ego aren't so different. Because loving yourself can be the bravest thing of all.

Jessica Lepe (Author), Stacy Gonzales, Stacy Gonzalez, TBD, Will Collyer (Narrator)

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Until I Do

What does the marriage vow to have and to hold actually mean? Mia and Bode Calder have no clue.The estranged couple can find no answers on their own, so they turn to their friend and pastor. He presents to them a copy of their marriage vows, advising them to reassess the commitment they made to each other on their wedding day.Through a rocky trial, where each vow presents itself in the couple’s life, Mia and Bode discover the true meaning of I do.Join this couple as they sort out the surprisingly romantic quest to rekindle the love they grasped in the beginning, but allowed to foolishly fade.

T.I. Lowe (Author), Brian Hutchinson, Carly Robbins, TBD (Narrator)

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Heresy: Jesus Christ and the Other Sons of God

'In the beginning was the Word,' says the Gospel of John. This sentence - and the words of all four gospels - is central to the teachings of the Christian church and has shaped Western art, literature and language, and the Western mind. Yet in the years after the death of Christ there was not merely one word, nor any consensus as to who Jesus was or why he had mattered. There were many different Jesuses, among them the aggressive Jesus who scorned his parents and crippled those who opposed him, the Jesus who sold his twin into slavery and the Jesus who had someone crucified in his stead. Moreover, in the early years of the first millennium there were many other saviours, many sons of gods who healed the sick and cured the lame. But as Christianity spread, they were pronounced unacceptable - even heretical - and they faded from view. Now, in Heresy, Catherine Nixey tells their extraordinary story, one of contingency, chance and plurality. It is a story about what might have been.

Catherine Nixey (Author), Lalla Ward, TBD (Narrator)

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The When Things Don’t Go Your Way: Zen Wisdom for Difficult Times

Brought to you by Penguin. Every person's life is a journey toward themselves. The School for Broken Hearts, founded by bestselling mega-monk Haemin Sunim, provides a safe and caring space for people going through a difficult stage in life. Following on from his first two immensely successful books (where the first was about slowing down, and the second was about accepting imperfection), this time, it's about finding one's path. In this book, which offers ancient wisdom for modern living and embodies Haemin's trademark mixture of illustrations, narrative, quotes, poems, aphorisms, he shows how you too can find both inner tranquillity and 'small but certain happiness', whatever burden you are carrying - be that a broken relationship, an unmanageable work/life balance or a painful bereavement. Along the way there are chapters on Self-Knowledge, Family, Friends, and Loneliness, and as Haemin proves, when our minds grow tranquil, everything becomes clearer; we can be healed of our pain and live our best lives. © Haemin Sunim 2023 (P) Penguin Audio 2023

Haemin Sunim (Author), Lee Osorio, TBD (Narrator)

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Every Day a Miracle: Trusting the God Who Heals Us Inside and Out

We may know Jesus as Lord and Savior, but do we know him as Healer? This book is for anyone asking for a miracle-whether physical, mental, relational, or spiritual-and how to worship the Great Healer no matter if His answer is answer is yes, no, or wait. If we understand anything about our culture, it's that we desperately need healing. Many people are quick to believe in an outrageous conspiracy before they will believe in Jesus and the miracle worker He is. Throughout Scripture, we see that He makes the blind see, opens deaf ears, restores life from death, and so much more . . . but what about you? Do you believe that Jesus has the power to restore you to health and heal your wounds? Throughout this book, Matthew Stephen Brown leads readers on a spiritual journey designed to discover who Jesus is as Healer and explore many questions including: - Why do we believe in Jesus as Lord and Savior, but not as Healer? - Why would a good God allow us to experience pain in the first place, and maybe many times? - When we don't experience healing, does that mean Jesus has failed or let us down? - Jesus cares about our physical needs, but what healing in our lives is He most concerned about? Combining personal stories, biblical truth and wisdom, and humor that puts people at ease and draws them in, Pastor Matt Brown leads readers to worship a God who is not random, not careless, and who is never without cause, especially when it comes to performing miracles. Everyone can get behind a God who says yes. But what about when God says no? Or wait? No matter what God's plan is for your life, we can learn to trust and worship the Great Healer.

Matthew Stephen Brown (Author), Matt Brown, Matthew Brown (Narrator)

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Revive: Declarations of God's Truth to Renew Your Spirit

Do you feel weary? Discouraged? Does life sometimes seem out of control? Amid these moments, it can be difficult to embrace the fullness of life God promises in Him. In Revive, popular author, speaker, and podcast host Cleere Cherry Reaves helps you reclaim God's unchanging truth-for you and for your life. In 52 weeks of devotions, Cleere takes you on a journey to reclaim a spirit of truth all year long through Scripture, biblical declarations, and prayers to reconnect you to the joy and hope God longs for you to know. Join Cleere as you immerse yourself in God's truth and recover the fullness of life that only Jesus offers. Each week you'll find: - Five declarations of truth to bolster your faith and remind you of God's promises - A short devotional reading to breathe life into your soul - A Bible verse for meditation - Bright and beautiful photography As you take this yearlong journey, Cleere calls you to: - Replenish your soul through rest and prayer, knowing that God always provides - Renew the way you see the world as you adopt a heavenly perspective - Refresh your vision to see others with the compassionate eyes of Jesus - Rejoice in the assurance that God is working all things together for good This eye-catching devotional looks beautiful on a coffee table or bedside table and is an excellent gift going into the new year, for Mother's Day, for birthdays, and more. Connect once again with who God designed you to be as you receive and speak His words of life and joy over your day.

Cleere Cherry Reaves (Author), Cleere Cherry Reaves (Narrator)

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The Party Crasher: How Jesus Disrupts Politics as Usual and Redeems Our Partisan Divide

Discover America's four political religions and why Jesus is crashing them all! The political divide is growing. Each side demands ultimate allegiance that's incompatible with the Christian faith. The fervency with which so many advocate their political ideals is best described in religious terms. Four political "religions" are rising in America: • Religion of Progress: "We can change the world." • Religion of Responsibility: "Pull yourself up by your bootstraps." • Religion of Identity: "Live your truth." • Religion of Security: "Good fences make good neighbors." In this insightful, nonpartisan work, a respected pastor first exposes the religious nature of these political movements and how they compete for our loyalty to Jesus, and then prescribes ten political commandments for Christlike engagement. Fortunately, Jesus is the ultimate Party Crasher. And he is disrupting politics-as-usual to invite us into a bold vision capable of redeeming our partisan divide.

Joshua Ryan Butler (Author), Joshua Ryan Butler (Narrator)

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