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"Text Me has the thrills and laughs of a romantic comedy, but with an inverted message: 'There just isn't only one love story in our lives,' Schaefer writes. If you're lucky, friends will be the protagonists in these multiple love stories. It's high time that we start seeing it that way."--NPR...

If you want more dates (and fewer dead chats), keep listening. If you want attraction without games—but you overthink every message—this audiobook is for you.

In A Confession, Leo Tolstoy offers an unflinching look at his existential crises following a profound spiritual awakening in 1882. This deeply personal work delves into his disillusionment with organized religion, the futility of wealth and status, and the depths of despair he faced. Tolstoy recounts his transformative journey towards understanding faith through the teachings of Jesus Christ, contrasting the hollow beliefs of the educated elite with the authentic spirituality of the Russian peasant. His candid reflections not only led to his excommunication from the Russian Orthodox Church ...

Does God call women to serve as equal partners in marriage and as leaders in the church? The answer to this straightforward question is deeply contested. Into the fray, Lucy Peppiatt offers her work on interpretation of the Bible and Christian practice.

It’s the English class you didn't know you missed and the meaningful conversations you didn't know you craved. Join Vanessa Zoltan and Matt Potts as they bring thought, reflection and laughter to Harry Potter; not just as novels, but as instructive and inspirational texts that will teach us about our own lives. Relive the magic of Harry Potter chapter by chapter as Matt and Vanessa explore themes such as commitment, revenge and forgiveness. This podcast creates time in your week to think about life’s big questions. Because reading fiction doesn’t just help us escape the world, it helps ...

In this audiobook authored immediately before his death, anthropologist and shaman Carlos Castaneda gives us his most autobiographical and intimately revealing work ever, the fruit of a lifetime of experience and perhaps the most moving volume in his oeuvre.

A podcast hosted by Melissa Rivers where she shares her thoughts on whatever she and her friends are texting about. This includes everything from fashion on the Red Carpet, to the annoying number of “reboots”, to being an empty nester, and so much more. If you want to hear the unvarnished truth from some of the funniest and best in the business, you won’t want to miss this! A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on...

Say goodbye to the crippling stress and anxiety that come with dating in the 2020s with the dating advice all single people need. Have you ever convinced yourself that your crush is definitely not into you because they didn’t watch your Instagram story? Have you ever pretended that you...

This captivating 1926 collection features sixteen thought-provoking essays on religion by prominent figures of the early 20th century, primarily authors. Originally published in The London Daily Express, the anthology includes the insights of notable writers such as Arnold Bennett, Hugh Walpole, and Rebecca West, alongside esteemed personalities like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Israel Zangwill. Join us on a reflective journey through their diverse perspectives on faith and spirituality, as compiled by David Wales.

In Kingdom of God is Within You, renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy explores profound reflections on Christianity and the teachings of Jesus, inspired by Luke 1721. This thought-provoking non-fiction work delves into a multitude of themes, including the nature of war, the power of non-violence, and the often-misunderstood tenets of faith by believers. Tolstoys insights challenge readers to rethink their understanding of spirituality and the essence of true belief. (Summary by enko)

In On Grace and Free Will, Augustine delves into the profound debate surrounding the interplay of divine grace and human freedom. He addresses those who assert that affirming Gods grace undermines the liberty of the will, countering their claims that grace is merely a reward for personal merit. Written for the monks of Adrumetum, where this controversy first ignited, Augustines work invites readers to explore the delicate balance between grace and free will, beginning with a compelling examination of those who advocate for human autonomy.

Abu Hamid al-Ghazali, born in 1058 AD in the city of Tus in present-day Iran, was a distinguished scholar, philosopher, and Shafii jurist who served as a professor of theology at the prestigious Nizamiyya College of Baghdad. At the height of his career, he found himself in a profound internal struggle, caught between his beliefs and his true self. Choosing a path of seclusion, he embarked on a journey of personal mystical transformation. During this period of reflection, he penned several groundbreaking works that harmonized the external practices of Islam with a rich inner spirituality. ...

The Golden Bough A Study in Magic and Religion is an expansive comparative exploration of mythology and religion authored by the renowned Scottish anthropologist Sir James George Frazer (1854–1941). This groundbreaking work presents a modernist perspective, examining religion as a cultural phenomenon rather than through a theological lens. While many of its theories have been challenged over time—most notably the connections drawn between magic, religion, and science—the books influence on contemporary European literature remains profound. Frazer delves into the common threads of ...

In his profound exploration of the English Church, Richard Hooker embarks on a quest to uncover the foundations of Church laws and governance. His seminal work, The Laws of Ecclesiastical Polity, emerges as a formidable response to the Puritan belief that all matters of religious worship, discipline, and governance are dictated solely by Holy Scripture. Hooker challenges this notion, asserting that understanding the Divine order requires not just the written word of God, but also an examination of moral relationships, historical contexts, and societal institutions. He emphasizes the essential ...

In this thought-provoking exploration, Richard Hooker delves into the foundational aspects of the English Church, tackling the pivotal question What underpins Church laws and governance? His monumental work, ‘The Laws of Ecclesiastical Polity,’ emerges as a response to the prevailing Puritan system, which posited that only the unchanging rules laid out in Holy Scripture could govern matters of worship, discipline, and authority. Hooker challenges this notion by asserting that to truly understand Divine order, we must consider not only the scriptures but also the moral relations, historical...

This volume delves into the intricate relationship between individual psychology and religious growth. It offers an empirical exploration of the psychological factors that influence religious development in individuals. Join us as we investigate the causes and conditions that shape this fascinating journey. Diagrams from the text are available for download here.

Dive into St. Jeromes most renowned letter, Libellus de virginitate servanda, addressed to St. Eustochium, the young daughter of St. Paula. In this compelling correspondence, St. Jerome passionately encourages Eustochium to embrace the path of virginity while imparting essential lessons on the conduct of a virtuous young woman. Within its pages, you will find his reflections on topics such as the irreversible nature of a fallen virgin (§5), a striking portrayal of fasting and temptation (§7), his unyielding stance on abortion as murder (§13), and the notion of holy pride in virginity (§16)...

Explore the profound teachings of Shantideva, the esteemed author of the Bodhicaryavatara, a poetic masterpiece that guides seekers on the journey to enlightenment. This revered text, often referred to as A Guide to the Bodhisattvas Way of Life or Entering the Path of Enlightenment, intricately outlines the stages of achieving buddhahood, from the initial aspiration to the ultimate realization. With ten insightful chapters, it delves into the cultivation of bodhicitta—the mind of enlightenment—through the practice of the six perfections (Pāramitās). The first chapter emphasizes the ...

The notion, often echoed by ancient writers, is more than just poetic fancy; it suggests that the soul of an individual is merely a fragment of a larger whole, seeking out other souls for true completion. We navigate through unrealized worlds until we uncover the profound secret of love. Deep down, we acknowledge this truth, even as we chase various ambitions and hopes. Amid the materialism that surrounds us, we recognize that the spiritual dimension of life holds the utmost significance, offering us genuine joy. At its core, friendship is a spiritual bond—a free and spontaneous expression ...

‘Little gal,’ he repeated, ‘are ye all alone in the world?’ This poignant question introduces us to young Doris Avery, a newly orphaned girl facing a future filled with uncertainty. Alone and without resources, Doris is sent to Waverly Ridge to work in a farm household. With her mother’s last words, “Remember, dear, you are God’s little girl,” echoing in her heart, she navigates a home filled with strangers—some indifferent, others harboring bitterness. In this compelling tale of resilience and hope, Doris must find her place amidst the loneliness and strife that surround her...