Best History eBooks of Protestantism
A chilling and highly convincing account of possession and exorcism in modern America, hailed by NBC Radio as "one of the most stirring books on the contemporary scene." “Malachi Martin ... was the greatest expert on the subject of possession and exorcism in the English speaking world.” (M. Scott Peck, M. D., author of Glimpses of the Devil ). A chilling and highly convincing account of possession and exorcism in modern America, hailed by NBC Radio as "one of the most stirring books on the contemporary scene."
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Find Best Price at Amazon"The scariest book i ever read!"
"Everything in the book was important to know, but Father Martin rambled on a bit too much at times."
"Very good book that gives us some info to what happen when we give the control of your life to a third party."
"Great writing from Fr."
"The book presents a serious and very interesting account of the diabolic possession phenomena and the exircism ritual, its challenges, and risks."
"very interesting and Fr."
"I will read again and have already recommended this to a friend who is interested in this subject as well."
Full of larger-than-life characters, stunning acts of bravery, and heart-rending sacrifice, Tried by Fire narrates the rise and expansion of Christianity from an obscure regional sect to the established faith of the world’s greatest empire with influence extending from India to Ireland, Scandinavia to Ethiopia, and all points in between. Dr. William J. Bennett is one of America’s most influential and respected voices on cultural, political, and educational issues.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"From the heroic perseverance of the Church’s earliest martyrs in the face of brutal persecution, through the wranglings to refine and preserve the sound doctrine inherited from Christ’s Apostles, to the schism that shattered the unity of the Christian Church in the Early Middle Ages, Tried by Fire fills in much of the important background of Western Civilization that wasn’t covered in our high school and college history survey classes. For instance, the account of the struggles of the stalwart defender of orthodoxy, Athanasius, serves as an inspirational model of dogged perseverance in the face of unrelenting personal and political opposition."
"The best thing I can say about the book is that there's an excellent 250-page book here."
"This is a very detailed history of Christianity, and it is perfect for the newcomer and veteran alike."
"Wanted a history written in bite-size chapters; and it is all of that."
"Man's cruelty to man is exhausting at times, and Mr. Bennett's skill."
"Fascinating subject matter."
"Reads really well opened my eyes more aspects of the beginnings of Christianity."
"A little dry but good review of first thousand years of Christianity."
By the time they turn the last page, readers will have a deeper understanding of Luther as a husband and father and will come to love and admire Katharina, a woman who, in spite of her pivotal role, has been largely forgotten by history. Against all odds, the unlikely union of a runaway nun and a renegade monk worked, over time blossoming into the most tender of love stories. This unique biography tells the riveting story of two remarkable people and their extraordinary relationship, offering refreshing insights into Christian history and illuminating the Luthers' profound impact on the institution of marriage, the effects of which still reverberate today. This book brings their private lives and their love story into the spotlight and offers powerful insights into our own twenty-first-century understanding of marriage.| Michelle DeRusha is the author of 50 Women Every Christian Should Know . -- Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer , pastor emeritus, Moody Church, Chicago. "Michelle DeRusha gives us a fascinating peek into the Luthers' individual lives, their theological wrestlings, and an unexpected partnership that redefined yet another biblical institution--Christian marriage.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Actually, the book is about much more than Martin Luther; it’s about the woman behind the man: Katharina Luther, the runaway nun he married. Michelle DeRusha’s new book, Katharina and Martin: The Radical Marriage of a Runaway Nun and a Renegade Monk , is a fascinating look at life and marriage in the 1500’s, yet deeply pertinent to us today because of the influence of Luther on Protestantism and its doctrines concerning marriage. DeRusha has delved deeply into the scholarly works written by and about Luther, but in her book, she writes for all of us. As a runaway nun, marriage was an absolute must for a woman of this time as she had no legal status or means of supporting herself."
"Michelle DeRusha has written an informative and fascinating book on the personal life of Katharina and Martin Luther. Although there is little direct historical information about Katharina and Martin's personal life, Michelle brings Katharina to life as a real woman and equal partner to Martin."
"DeRusha's style of writing makes Katharina and Luther's story come to life."
"I certainly realized she did not have a life of ease though it was a life of importance & love."
"Much background research was done to fill in the blanks of the life and times of the reformation era."
"Really do like the book."
"Very good-not a historical romance, but a very good read for a religious history nut."
"So very interesting."
Best Occult Satanism
A chilling and highly convincing account of possession and exorcism in modern America, hailed by NBC Radio as "one of the most stirring books on the contemporary scene." “Malachi Martin ... was the greatest expert on the subject of possession and exorcism in the English speaking world.” (M. Scott Peck, M. D., author of Glimpses of the Devil ). A chilling and highly convincing account of possession and exorcism in modern America, hailed by NBC Radio as "one of the most stirring books on the contemporary scene."
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"The scariest book i ever read!"
"Everything in the book was important to know, but Father Martin rambled on a bit too much at times."
"Very good book that gives us some info to what happen when we give the control of your life to a third party."
"Great writing from Fr."
"The book presents a serious and very interesting account of the diabolic possession phenomena and the exircism ritual, its challenges, and risks."
"very interesting and Fr."
"I will read again and have already recommended this to a friend who is interested in this subject as well."
Best Angelology & Demonology
A Volume Containing. The First Book of Enoch (The Ethiopic Book of Enoch). The Second Book of Enoch (The Slavonic Secrets of Enoch). The Third Book of Enoch (The Hebrew Book of Enoch). The Book of Fallen Angels, The Watchers, and the Origins of Evil: With Expanded Commentary on Enoch, Angels, Prophecies and Calendars in the Sacred Texts -. The Books of Enoch: A Complete Volume Containing - 1 Enoch (The Ethiopic Book of Enoch), 2 Enoch (The Slavonic Secrets of Enoch), 3 Enoch (The Hebrew Book of Enoch). Now Lumpkin has completed his work on The Third Book of Enoch. Dr. Lumpkin has appeared on Radio, Television, and Internet shows as a guest speaker on subjects of Fallen Angels, Church History, Religion, Theology, The Sacred Feminine, and the Axial Age.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"My mother use to tell me to read the Book of Enoch all the time but I never listened to her. She was well read, overly intelligent to the point where no one really could talk to her about the BIble or the history except Cardinals which really didn't talk about the Book of Enoch but knew of it."
"The book of Enoch will not take you away from the bible but actually confirms it I dont know why they ever took it out of the bible it explains alot of questions people might have on Giants and the nephilim angels and stuff."
"Received quickly with no issues."
Best History eBooks of Catholicism
“What I propose to do in this book is to take you on a guided exploration of the Catholic world, but not in the manner of a docent, for I am not interested in showing you the artifacts of Catholicism as though they were dusty objets d’art in a museum of culture. Starting from the essential foundation of Jesus Christ’s incarnation, life, and teaching, Father Barron moves through the defining elements of Catholicism--from sacraments, worship, and prayer, to Mary, the Apostles, and Saints, to grace, salvation, heaven, and hell--using his distinct and dynamic grasp of art, literature, architecture, personal stories, Scripture, theology, philosophy, and history to present the Church to the world. Clarity, intelligence, passion and elegance—these are the marks of a writer in top form, and Father Barron brings all these gifts to bear in this extraordinary reflection on the Catholic faith. If you read one book this year on what Catholics believe and why, this is the book to read—and to share with others.”—Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., Archbishop of Philadelphia.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"When defining Catholicism, many first turn to its unique practices and characters--the Mass, the sacraments, Mary, priests, and the Pope. Therefore if we want to fully understand "the Catholic thing", we need to gaze on art, history, culture, music, literature, and architecture: "In order to grasp (Catholicism) more fully, we have to read the Gospels, the Epistles of Paul, the Confessions of St. Augustine, the Summa Theologiae of Thomas Aquinas, The Divine Comedy of Dante, Saint John of the Cross' Ascent of Mount Carmel, The Story of a Soul of Therese of Lisieux, among many other texts. We must consult the Cathedral of Chartres, the Sainte-Chapelle, the Arena Chapel, the Sistine Chapel ceiling, Bernini's Ecstasy of Saint Teresa; the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Grunewald's Crucifixion in the Isenheim Altarpiece, the soaring melodies of Gregorian chant, the Masses of Mozart, and the motets of Palestrina." Over the last five years he's traveled to more than fifty locations from Rome to Jerusalem to India to Poland to highlight the Catholic tradition in all of its splendor, richness, texture, and genius. The book touches upon every facet of Catholicism--Jesus, the apostles, Mary, the Church, the saints, prayer, the sacraments, and more. But the text in the book makes it easy to read slowly and grasp each concept before moving on (it also lets you flip back if you want a refresher.). When he explains the Incarnation, for example, he doesn't just present his image of a strange baby King who thwarts the violent Roman Empire--he stands at the site of the Nativity. So while the book makes it easier to digest the more complex material, it does lack the visual and audible flair of the film series. Therese of Lisieux, Katherine Drexel, Edith Stein, and Mother Teresa exemplify what Barron calls "elevated virtue" and they let us taste the wildly diverse community of saints. Barron also applies his characteristic intelligence and artistry to the peculiar teachings of Jesus, the missionary zeal of Peter and Paul, the central importance of Mary, the riches of Catholic spirituality, and even death, judgment, heaven, and hell. If you know a young person, an RCIA candidate, or a fallen away Catholic burned out by religion, let this book spark new wonder."
"In addition to being a great book to reflect on and pray with as a Catholic, I think listening to this book would be a great introduction to the Catholic faith for anybody interesting in learning more about what Catholicism is all about."
"This book touches on so many beautiful aspects of the Catholic Church."
"This book tells the whole story."
"It is pretty deep, but as I wade through it one becomes enlightened to some really thought provoking ideas and opportunities for understanding."
"I found it Thorough, thought provoking and challenging."
"I, and approximately 20 other members of my Parish took Dr. Barron' s 10 week course."
"I have to say that some parts of the book were hard for me to understand while other parts were fine so I give this book a 3."
Best Christian Church & Bible History
In Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus, now expanded with bonus content, Nabeel Qureshi describes his dramatic journey from Islam to Christianity, complete with friendships, investigations, and supernatural dreams along the way. -- Mark Gabriel, , Author and former lecturer, University of Cairo. Fresh, striking, highly illuminating, and sometimes heartbreaking, Qureshi’s story is worth a thousand textbooks. His quest brought together several exceptional features: a very bright mind, extraordinary sincerity, original research, and a willingness to follow the evidence trail wherever it took him. This book gives westerners a glimpse of the richness of family and love in a devout Muslim home; it is an enviable picture of respect, devotion, and society. But Christians and Muslims alike are told stories about their religions when they are young, while few have ever personally researched the writings of their founding fathers to assess the validity that undergirds their respective faiths. But it is also a deeply personal heart-wrenching and tear-evoking saga of the life of a young Muslim growing up in the West, a gripping biography that is impossible to put down. We are introduced to the depth of spirituality, the love and honor of family, and the way a person “sees” and “feels” in a devout Muslim home. It reaches both East and West, teaching Christians about Islam from an insider’s perspective and helping Muslims understand the love and truth of Jesus. Nabeel Qureshi masterfully argues for the Gospel while painting a beautiful portrait of Muslim families and heritage, avoiding the fear-mongering and finger-pointing that are all too pervasive in today’s sensationalist world.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"For myself, I was reliving the search I had pursued forty five years ago, when my embrace of existentialism had left me so empty and purposeless that I had to reconsider the claims of Christ, just in case they might be true. I found myself anticipating each next step in Nabeel's intellectual journey, as each critical aspect of the truth of Christianity was substantiated by his investigations. I even experienced to a degree Nabeel's family conflicts, though for me it was my mother's amazement and bitter disappointment with my choice after college of seminary instead of medical school."
"The dedication at the beginning of the book, read by the author himself, had me bawling like a baby. I was unaware of how much disagreement about doctrine that there is within different Muslim beliefs and Qureshi walks through them carefully and respectfully."
"I have to say that as a Christian, before reading this book, I had very little knowledge of the Muslim faith and how Muslim children are raised."
"Nabeel’s testimony, the description of his journey in life as a young Muslim and the crisis of faith he experienced all impacted me strongly."
"He pursues the documented evidence with the commitment that whatever he finds he will believe in the God that is truth - even if he finds that the teaching that was a part of his life since birth may or may not be truth."