Resultados para "The Dream" en Religiones

A trailblazer in the civil rights movement, John M. Perkins led voter registration efforts in 1964, worked for school desegregation in 1967, and was jailed and tortured in 1970. He is no less zealous today as he sees a new generation of freedom fighters battling the same issues and the same systems he has spent his life working to correct.

This groundbreaking and highly acclaimed work examines the two most influential African American leaders of the twentieth century. While Martin Luther King, Jr., saw America as "essentially a dream . . . as yet unfulfilled," Malcolm X viewed America as a realized nightmare. James Cone cuts through superficial assessments of King and Malcolm as polar opposites to reveal two men whose visions are complementary and moving toward convergence. 

Using Szold's copious letters, diaries, and essays, along with other archival documents, Francine Klagsbrun traces Szold's life and legacy with an eye to uncovering the person behind the Zionist icon. She reveals Szold as a complex human being who had to cope with controversy and criticism, a workaholic with an outsized sense of duty, and an idealist who fought for her beliefs even as she questioned her own abilities. With deep insight, Klagsbrun introduces listeners to this extraordinary woman, whose impact on women's lives as well as on education and health systems still resonates.

Born without Legs, She Inspires Others to Overcome Jen Bricker was born without legs. Shocked and uncertain they could care for her, her biological parents gave her up for adoption. In her loving adoptive home, there was just one simple rule: "Never say 'can't.'" And pretty soon, there was nothing this small but mighty powerhouse set her sights on that she couldn't conquer: roller-skating, volleyball, power tumbling, and spinning from silk ribbons thirty feet in the air.

In a brief life that led to a violent end, Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel (1906-1947) rose from desperate poverty to ill-gotten riches, from an early-20th-century family of Ukrainian Jewish immigrants on the Lower East Side to a kingdom of his own making in Las Vegas. In this captivating portrait, author Michael Shnayerson sets out not to absolve Bugsy Siegel but rather to understand him in all his complexity.

The life of Joseph is one of the Bible’s most cherished stories. After a beloved son is betrayed by his resentful brothers, he must endure years of slavery, false accusations, and wrongful imprisonment. At every turn, Joseph’s faith is tested, culminating in a pivotal question: Will he save his brothers in their hour of need? In this dramatic telling, Dr. R.C. Sproul shows how Joseph foreshadows the greater Deliverer, Jesus Christ, and encourages Christians to trust in the sovereign God who works all things for our good.

I do comprehend that my life was predesignated by God before he set the entire universe in order. My adventurous journey of life failures, challenges, and my prison circumstances has caused me to realize that there is no demarcations which can hinder me from reaching my God given destiny. You Are Born To Win is an inspirational Christian autobiography by an extraordinary prisoner whom was convicted to 12 years imprisonment for several high profile cases.

Meb Keflezighi is all about hope and second chances—starting with his very survival. The child of a small African country ravaged by a brutal war, Meb arrived in America with nothing but the clothes on his back, speaking no English and never having raced a mile. So how did he end up an A student, one of the most celebrated and respected athletes of his generation, and winner of the 2009 New York City Marathon?

Twenty-year-old American gymnast Shawn Johnson is a four-time Olympic gold and silver medalist; a national- and world-champion athlete. Already a popular role model to all ages, in 2009 she captured the national spotlight again when she won on the widely popular Dancing with the Stars. Yet Shawn is no stranger to hard work and adversity.

The inspiring story of Isaiah Austin, the man who captured our hearts when he was made the honorary NBA draft pick after a shocking diagnosis ended his professional basketball career before he could even step onto the court. “There are two choices in life: you make it your excuse or you make...

Written for all ages, The Death of a Dream is for those who have followed their dreams only to watch them die. Daron Earlewine intermingles the birth, death, and resurrection of his dreams with the biblical story of Joseph—a parallel that inspires observations about God’s ultimate dreams for his people and the world.

In this uplifting and practical book, written in collaboration with his biographer, Austen Ivereigh, the preeminent spiritual leader explains why we must—and how we can—make the world safer, fairer, and healthier for all people now. In the COVID crisis, the beloved shepherd of over one...

Derrick Kitayiga’s woke up one morning from what he now sees as a God-sent dream. But a dream of moving from Kampala, Uganda, to the West is one thing; seeing it come to pass is quite another. In I Dreamed of Skyscrapers, Kitayiga paints a vivid picture of the transformative and hope-filled power of faith. The author navigates through many obstacles—betrayal, grief, theft of his savings, and lack of support he could count on, and yet he persevered.

Discover the extraordinary journey of Amanda Van Lagen, a woman from a small town in Ontario, Canada, who embarks on a path of profound self-discovery and transformation. Growing up within the confines of a strict religious background, Amanda finds her true calling and inner peace through the enlightening teachings of the Tao Te Ching. This ancient Chinese philosophy unravels the mysteries of life, manifestation, and the remarkable power of our thoughts in shaping reality.

I have known this remarkable young man for several years, and it was evident from our first meeting that he was a devout man of God. This is reflected not just in his beliefs, but in the aura of confidence he exudes, stemming from his deep commitment and thorough study of God's word.

God spoke to Don Bosco in dreams. These fascinating dreams of St. John Bosco involve prophecy, parables, and reading of hearts, with a powerful spiritual message. These stories include: "To Hell and Back", "Two Boys Attacked by a Monster", "The Snake and the Rosary", and many more. Those dreams led to many conversions and will instruct, admonish, and inspire many today!

What do you do when what you see does not look anything like what God said? You might be tempted to give up. Life seldom goes the way that we have planned. Often God gives us a picture or snapshot of what he desires to do with our lives, yet the road to destiny is paved with detours. Living on the Edge takes a look at the life of Joseph and highlights principles and lessons that we can learn on the road to fulfilling God’s unique purpose for our lives. As you look at Joseph’s journey, you will be encouraged to stay the course, fulfill your purpose, and finish strong.

He Spoke While I Slept is not just a book about dreams—it’s a living testimony of divine encounters, spiritual warfare, and the unmistakable voice of God breaking through the veil of sleep. In this soul-stirring memoir, Amaris Grace invites listeners into the sacred space of her night seasons—where warnings were whispered, deliverance unfolded, and heaven revealed itself through visions too vivid to ignore. Each chapter recounts a real-life dream encounter, followed by the awakening moments that confirmed God’s message was not imagined… it was holy.

Be prepared to embark on a spiritual journey like no other. God's Romantic Getaway is Jemma's portrayal of her journey to arrive at a new place in life. You are invited to share in the personal and intimate insights of a woman desperately compelled to deepen her relationship with her heavenly Father. Jemma keeps it authentically real. Her experiences, prayers, and revelations are brought to life in the book and empower you, as you witness her journey with God through the pages.

Born in India, raised in Zimbabwe as a pastor's kid, Nalini is confronted by the social challenges of her turbulent environment, and decides to tempt fate at the tender age of 18. With a serious quest to pursue her childhood dream of becoming a world renowned singer/songwriter and pianist, her instinct is to make it big in London, only to fall short soon after her arrival. Pregnant, isolated, and with no money, her life is thrown into complete chaos.