In ‘Imagine Heaven’, John Burke compiles hundreds of near-death experiences to present an insightful and comforting picture of the afterlife. Using these stories, the Bible’s promises, and sound reasoning, Burke offers a compelling vision of what heaven could be like – a place of beauty, love, and joy beyond our wildest dreams.
Gentle and Lowly offers an exploration into the heart of Jesus Christ, focusing on his compassion and love for humanity. The author, Dane Ortlund, uses biblical texts and theological resources to reveal a savior who is rich in mercy, understanding, and patience, especially towards those who are suffering or in sin.
In ‘Forgiving What You Can’t Forget’, author Lysa TerKeurst offers readers a path to forgiveness. After enduring deep personal pain, she discovered that while forgiveness cannot change the past, it can change the future. The book guides readers on a journey of forgiveness, explaining that it’s not a one-time act but a lifelong commitment. It offers practical steps to forgiveness and healing, with biblical guidance and personal insights.
Eve is a novel by William Paul Young that narrates a fresh and audacious reinterpretation of the story of Creation. In the novel, a young girl named Lilly finds herself in an unusual setting with a small group of people, including the first woman, Eve. The book is a profound exploration of the creation story, revealing the powerful, relentless love of God in all its dimensions.
Braiding Sweetgrass is a merging of science, spirituality, and traditional indigenous knowledge. The author, a botanist and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, explores themes of reciprocity with the natural world, gratitude, and indigenous wisdom.
Autobiography of a Yogi is a memoir written by Paramahansa Yogananda, an Indian yogi who introduces the reader to the spiritual thought of East and West. Yogananda narrates his experiences with numerous saintly figures, shares his quest to discover the ultimate spiritual truth, and explores profound spiritual teachings, including the science of Kriya Yoga.
A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson is a spiritual guide that aims to help readers find inner peace by overcoming fear and accepting love. The book is based on ‘A Course in Miracles’, a self-study program of spiritual psychotherapy. Williamson translates complex spiritual concepts into an accessible language, demonstrating how we can transform our lives by practicing love.
Eckhart Tolle’s ‘A New Earth’ is a spiritual guide that aims at bringing about a transformation in human consciousness. It discusses the dysfunctional state of humanity and suggests that improvement can be achieved by creating a new world collectively. The book also provides practical teachings to help individuals discover their true selves and live a life of fulfilment and joy.
The Alchemist is a novel by Paulo Coelho that tells the story of Santiago, a young Andalusian shepherd who dreams of finding a worldly treasure. His journey leads him to riches far different—and far more satisfying—than he ever imagined. Santiago’s journey teaches us about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, recognizing opportunity, and learning to read the omens strewn along life’s path, and, most importantly, to follow our dreams.