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Book SynopsisOrigin of My Birthplace shows people how to recognize the Source of Life, the Origin of our Birthplace, and how to connect to it. Blackwell’s journey to understand life’s deepest realities and wonders took him to the Cathedral of Chartres, the paintings of Leonardo da Vinci and Nicolas Poussin, the book of Genesis, Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, great literature, and back again to the Cathedral of Chartres and its famous labyrinth. These are some of the greatest, most profound works of art in all of history. Blackwell discovered people of uncommon insight--people who were able to connect the deepest realities within with the most life-generating realities without. With others, he discovered not only that anyone can understand these mysteries, when we do so our lives become more authentic and compelling. We begin to know God and the unfolding of the universe not as second-hand information, but in a direct, primary way.

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Book SynopsisAs the world becomes increasingly fragmented and polarized, churches are dividing, and people are making themselves Number One at the exclusion of others, many are searching for a way to feel whole. Wholeness Through Vulnerability takes believers on a journey into wholenesspersonal wholeness and wholeness in relationships. Discovering the wholeness of Luke may seem daunting at first as it requires some time, effort, and openness. Wholeness Through Vulnerabilitydelves into the goal of the Kingdom of Godhumans in communionand encourages Christians to ask themselves the following questions:What does Luke portray as a person's deepest responsibilities, and why?How might Luke's Gospel bring out the best in Christians and how can they live their lives in such a way as to bring out the best in others?What is essential for one's own wholeness, the wholeness of one's communities, and the world?Perfect for small group or individual study,Wholeness Through Vulnerabilityexplores the importance of Luke's Gospel and how Christians can use its teachings today to be in deep communion with the life of Jesus, align their intuition with the mysteries of the universe, and know the mystery of Jesus's continuing presence.

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Book SynopsisOne of the best things that can happen to any person is to connect with the Source of Life and to know God directly. Many people know about the Source. Many learn about God. The ones who learn to know God directly become more fully human. They enter into communion with the Source of Life. They learn to recognize the mysteries that are unfolding right before their eyes. They become more loving. They learn to forgive. They discover that life is filled with great wonder and astonishing beauty. Not only does your birthplace have an origin, but you can recognize it, see it, and return there from time to time. This has happened to many people. It can happen to you. "Origin of My Birthplace" will allow you to make your own connections and discover your own way. You can know and participate in the astonishing mystery that unfolds in your life.Table of ContentsThe Dreams Learning To See Deep Calling Unto Deep Involvement and Insight The Palpable Draw The Cathedral, the World, and Experience Knowing Each Other at our Best Recognizing the Voice Curiosity From Curiosity to Mystery The Expanse The Genesis Altar The Altar, the Expanse, and the Image of God Matrix of Creativity Communion with the Expanse Abram’s Knowing The Key Window The Faith of Abraham Leonardo’s Virgin of the Rocks The North Windows Insight from Mark Insight from Luke Insight from John Insight from Matthew The Origin of My Birthplace The Labyrinth Appendix: Obstacles to Knowing Pathways to Knowing

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Book SynopsisHow do we become righteous?How does the ability to do the right thing at the right time become a habit?How does life become fulfilling?These are the questions that John Blackwell answers in "A Whole New World: The Gospel of Matthew". This third book in A Whole New World series will give you the keys to unlock Matthew’s insight into the ways in which the power by which God raised Christ from the dead works in our lives to transform us. Your insight into Christ will be richer, more robust, more vital, and more authentic. You will discover how Christ makes us fully human. You will be able to recognize the presence of the power of God in our world-- right here, right now.A Whole New World provides penetrating insights into the world of transformation. It will revolutionize your understanding of the presence of God.John Blackwell is Vice President for Student Development and Dean of the Chapel at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina.

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Book SynopsisReflections will not only give you something solid to chew on; it will also feed it to you one bite at a time. Reflections is a short book with a tall agenda: to serve you bite-size ideas that will nourish your soul. Each of these Reflections is a timeless lesson from ordinary experience. In a mere one hundred short pages, you will find wisdom, beauty, goodness, and hope. Reflections will clear your head and show you the next step on your journey. You can read it in one sitting, or you can savor it one page at a time. The choice is yours.

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