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Retreat of the Soul:

Reflections on the Contemplative Life

Retreat of the Soul journals the spiritual pilgrimage of a group of ministers from a variety of theological traditions. Their journey parallels their annual retreat to the Abbey of Gethsemani near Bardstown, Kentucky. This collection of writings invites you into their spiritual journey of the soul. Their writing expands the Apostle Paul’s encouragement to “pray without ceasing” as the core of the contemplative life.

Spiritual renewal in worship and a deeper appreciation for the cross of Christ awaits one on every page. Be encouraged to “be still” and hear Christ knocking at the heart’s door. He invites all to a Retreat of the Soul in prayer. This book is ideal for a personal spiritual journey. There are also discussion questions that encourage meaningful small group interaction.

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The Christ Life: Discover Your Destiny in Christ through Understanding the Bible

The Christ Life Discovering Your Destiny in Christ through Understanding the Bible has been written to help serious searchers discover their story and destiny through understanding the Bible, or those simply who desire a better understanding of the Bible. Augustine of Hippo, a 4th century philosopher recognized this search and wrote about it very well in his Confessions, "You have made us for yourself and our heart is restless until it rests in you". Augustine was correct, a restless heart only finds rest in the Creator. Therein, our meaning and purpose and ultimately real hope that is grounded in more than religion. It is grounded in historical revelation of the incomprehensible, yet knowable God revealed in the Bible.

Our deepest sense of satisfaction involves our personal transformation awaits your discovery of God’s kingdom purpose and your destiny in that purpose. Your God ordained destiny can be discovered in the pages of the ancient book. It is indeed not only relevant for today and but for your life.

John the Apologist of His Glory

The Evidential Methods of Jesus

"Apologetics" the defense of the faith that answers the believers hope in Christ (1 Peter 3.15). Scholars have long debated the proper starting point for a Christian apologetic. Scholars have pointed to both the legal and forensic aspects of the Gospel of John. I believe the social situation of the Fourth Gospel called for answering the questions of "who is Jesus" and "why believe in Him". John as the last living eyewitness gives us insight into the divine claims of Christ.

Research is now pointing to the person of Chirst for a method since so much source material exists in the gospels. Through careful examination, I believe the Book of Signs of the Fourth Gospel provides such a succinct method. Believers are given a defense of Jesus' identity as the God-man by Jesus Himself, and John is serving as an eyewitness record of His life and claims. So, in this fashion the Beloved Apostle John is serving as an eyewitness and apologist of God's glory in Jesus Christ.