This book analyzes the various schools of thought, both political and religious, puts them through a logical analysis of the facts, and answers the following questions: Which are the most beneficial political systems for the majority of people? Which political system has failed every time it has been applied? Why is there a separation of church and state? Is it possible to discuss religion? If there is one God, why are there so many religions? Which are the religious writings that claim to be of God? Are we able to discern among these writings which one holds the Truth? What is Truth? What does the True word of God really say? What does the word of God say about our history and our future? This book is about blatantly presenting the facts on politics and religion. It begins by presenting the philosophical schools of thought over our entire history, which sprouted the different political and religious movements. The discussion then centers on the political ideologies present today, such as communism, socialism, liberalism, libertarianism, and free trade. Then it chooses a few countries as representatives for each of these political ideologies and takes them through a simple analysis. The analysis consists of comparing the economic wealth, the liberties, and the desire to immigrate for the citizens of each of these countries. The results of this analysis will surprise many. The discussion then centers onto religion. There is a logical progression that concludes that when we say religion, we really mean the writings about God. But then we are in a conundrum because there should be one God, yet there are many writings about God. So, the next step is to analyze the writings that claim to be the Word of God. Do they answer questions such as: How did everything get created? Why do we sin? Since sin separates us from God, what are we expected to do to get back into good graces with God? To determine the True Word of God, we should ask ourselves, which one is more credible? Which one makes more sense? Which one would I deposit my faith in? The next question this book attempts to answer is: does politics and God ever converge? It uses the “separation of church and state” argument as illustration on how a change of values over time affects the liberties that were once bastions revered in the entire world. What about those that do not believe in God? Well, the book engages in a long but informative discussion on the science-based arguments that support creationism. It also presents the arguments from a Buddhist point of view finding the weakness in their logic. How will things be near the end according to the Word of God? The Word of God is well known for its prophecies. This book takes key predictions of the future from different prophets to provide an idea of what is to come. It also analyzes the Apocalypse to translate its symbolism into simple terms. You will be surprised to learn what it says.

Let’s Talk about Denominations and the Baptism By Jesse Wilson Everyone knows that denominations are wrong, but no one is doing anything about it. This book was written for all to read—both Christians and non-Christians. Author Jesse Wilson hopes this book will be a blessing and a wakening for all Christians and an educational tool to the confused non-Christians. He hopes these words will close this centuries-old chapter on how we should baptize. We are followers of the apostles’ doctrine. We should do it according to their doctrine and according to Christ.

How do you feel about the New Age Religion? Many act like the New Age Religion helps and heals. Others think the New Age Religion doesn't hurt or harm. But Andrew Bushard has realized the New Age Religion halts and hates. What experiences and insights lead to this conclusion? Friends, to find that out, kindly read this book. 26 pages; 25 poems.

Imagine being only nine-years old when you inherit the throne of Egypt. This is what happened to Tutankhamun, the young pharaoh known as King Tut. Learn what life was like during his reign as you examine important aspects of ancient Egyptian culture, such as hieroglyphics, religion, vocations, politics, and style. Featuring TIME content, this high-interest book builds critical literacy skills and academic vocabulary and is purposefully leveled to engage different types of learners. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, the text includes a table of contents, captions, glossary, index, and images to deepen understanding. The detailed sidebars feature fun facts that develop higher-order thinking. The Try It! culminating activity provides additional language-development activities. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level V title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.

How does our faith affect how we think about and respond to climate change? Climate Politics and the Power of Religion is an edited collection that explores the diverse ways that religion shapes climate politics at the local, national, and international levels. Drawing on case studies from across the globe, it stands at the intersection of religious studies, environment policy, and global politics. From small island nations confronting sea-level rise and intensifying tropical storms to high-elevation communities in the Andes and Himalayas wrestling with accelerating glacial melt, there is tremendous variation in the ways that societies draw on religion to understand and contend with climate change. Climate Politics and the Power of Religion offers 10 timely case studies that demonstrate how different communities render climate change within their own moral vocabularies and how such moral claims find purchase in activism and public debates about climate policy. Whether it be Hindutva policymakers in India, curanderos in Peru, or working-class people's concerns about the transgressions of petroleum extraction in Trinidad—religion affects how they all are making sense of and responding to this escalating global catastrophe.

Around 20 percent of Americans fall into the category of “spiritual but not religious.” Yoga has become a ubiquitous pastime for middle-class Westerners. Mindfulness is increasingly incorporated into school curricula, sports programs, and even corporate culture. Hollywood icons and Silicon Valley trendsetters tout the benefits of a “spiritual” life. These developments reflect a widespread turn away from “religion” toward “spirituality.” Yet the nature of this spiritual turn is still poorly understood, and its consequences sorely underappreciated. The Shape of Spirituality brings together leading sociologists to challenge common notions that spirituality is individualistic, privatized, and apolitical—and to make the definitive case for its social and political significance. Contributors examine the sweeping influence of spirituality on a variety of realms, including health care and therapeutic practice, popular culture, civic engagement, public protest, conspiracy culture, and progressive politics. Leveraging cutting-edge quantitative and qualitative data, this authoritative book makes clear that, far from being marginal and inconsequential, spirituality holds profound public importance today.

The Gospel comes to us in an inexhaustible variety of ways: in reading Scripture and praying together, in thinking hard and arguing in faithful community, in the Holy Spirit and in flesh and bone. These sermons engage heart and mind, all of the senses (including our senses of humor and tragedy), and the real lives of real congregations, to proclaim a thoughtful, embodied vision of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

The topic of neutrality on the good is linked rather closely to the ideal of political liberalism as formulated by John Rawls. Here internationally renowned authors, in several cases among the most prominent names to be found in contemporary political theory, present a collection of ten essays on the idea of liberal neutrality.