[PDF] Moments Of Grace And Spiritual Warfare In The Lord Of The Rings eBook

Author : Anna Marie Gazzolo
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 27,84 MB
Release : 2012-10-11
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1449769675

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In J. R. R. Tolkiens desire to create a mythology for his homeland, he actually made one for every person, every land, and every age. The Lordof the Rings is a catechism of spiritual warfare cleverly disguised as a fantasy. The struggle against evil that takes place inside its pages is the same one that occurs even now within the soul of each person. As we cannot leave the field of battle until death takes us from it, we should learn as much as we can about how to fight from those who have labored before us. Certainly the Red Book of Westmarch is one source to use. We may not have to sacrifice ourselves as does Gandalf, but we can learn from him and his wise counsels and from the others who he taught. Frodo guides us as well, as he makes his torturous journey to Mount Doom and endures the Rings unceasing temptations. With him, we see that sometimes we overcome our temptations, and at other times they overwhelm us. We also learn, as he and Boromir do, to get back up and start the struggle anew. Sam shows us the height of hope and the depth of devotion. In fact, everyone in the tale, good as well as evil, has something to teach us. Anne Marie Gazzolo hopes that you will find inspiration within to apply to your life.

Author : Anne Marie Gazzolo
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 21,76 MB
Release : 2012-10
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1449769683

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In J. R. R. Tolkien's desire to create a mythology for his homeland, he actually made one for every person, every land, and every age. The Lordof the Rings is a catechism of spiritual warfare cleverly disguised as a fantasy. The struggle against evil that takes place inside its pages is the same one that occurs even now within the soul of each person. As we cannot leave the field of battle until death takes us from it, we should learn as much as we can about how to fight from those who have labored before us. Certainly the Red Book of Westmarch is one source to use. We may not have to sacrifice ourselves as does Gandalf, but we can learn from him and his wise counsels and from the others who he taught. Frodo guides us as well, as he makes his torturous journey to Mount Doom and endures the Ring's unceasing temptations. With him, we see that sometimes we overcome our temptations, and at other times they overwhelm us. We also learn, as he and Boromir do, to get back up and start the struggle anew. Sam shows us the height of hope and the depth of devotion. In fact, everyone in the tale, good as well as evil, has something to teach us. Anne Marie Gazzolo hopes that you will find inspiration within to apply to your life.

Author : Kurt Bruner
Publisher : Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 41,24 MB
Release : 2021
Category : Christianity and literature
ISBN : 1496447484

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The bestselling book now revised and updated with new content!Hailed as the most popular and best-loved series of the twentieth century, The Lord of the Rings trilogy is more than a great story; it's a reflection of life's epic quest for all of us. Examining the Christian themes in J. R. R. Tolkien's masterwork, bestselling authors Kurt Bruner and Jim Ware reveal a rich tapestry of hope, friendship, redemption, and faith in the face of overwhelming odds. More than 200,000 copies sold Includes six new chapters and a discussion guide A helpful resource for personal study, devotions, or group discussion

Author : Stratford Caldecott
Publisher : Crossroad Publishing
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 36,7 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN :

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The Power of the Ring is the first book to show how Catholic themes of quest, devotion, and forgiveness are, as Tolkien said, at the very heart of The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

Author : Fleming Rutledge
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 16,70 MB
Release : 2004-11-04
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780802824974

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Fleming Rutledge discovers the deeper religious meaning behind Tolkien's masterpiece.

Author : Ed Silvoso
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 23,21 MB
Release : 2009-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1441268731

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Every Business Is God's Business The notion that labor for profit and worship of God are now, and always have been, worlds apart, is patently false. The Early Church founders were mostly community leaders and highly successful businesspeople. The writing of the Gospels was entrusted to Luke, a medical doctor; Matthew, a retired tax collector; Mark, the manager of a family trust; and John, a food supplier. Lydia was "a dealer in purple cloth." Dorcas was a clothes designer. In this expanded version of the bestselling Anointed for Business, Ed Silvoso focuses on the heart of our cities, which is the marketplace. Yet the perceived wall between commercial pursuit and service to God continues to be a barrier to advancing His kingdom. Silvoso shows Christians how to knock down that wall--and participate in an unparalleled marketplace transformation. Only then can we see God's kingdom invade every corner of our world. Readers will appreciate Silvoso's passionate call to men and women in the workplace to rise to their God-appointed positions. The included study guide will enable the reader to put these revolutionary concepts into action.

Author : Mark Eddy Smith
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 44,54 MB
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780830823123

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For Christians who are fans of Tolkien, Smith compares the tales of the Hobbits to those of spirituality, wherein God calls those that listen to embark on a journey.

Author : Peter Kreeft
Publisher : Ignatius Press
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 22,67 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1586170252

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While nothing can equal or replace the adventure in reading Tolkien's masterwork, The Lord of the Rings, Peter Kreeft says that the journey into its underlying philosophy can be another exhilarating adventure. Thus, Kreeft takes the reader on a voyage of discovery into the philosophical bones of Middle earth. He organizes the philosophical themes in The Lord of the Rings into 50 categories, accompanied by over 1,000 references to the text of Lord.Since many of the great questions of philosophy are included in the 50-theme outline, this book can also be read as an engaging introduction to philosophy. For each of the philosophical topics in Lord, Kreeft presents tools by which they can be understood. Illustrated.

Author : Ralph C. Wood
Publisher : Westminster John Knox Press
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 45,3 MB
Release : 2003
Category :
ISBN : 9780664234669

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Readers have repeatedly called The Lord of the Rings the most important book of our age--absorbing all 1,500 of its pages with an almost fanatical interest and seeing the Peter Jackson movies in unprecedented numbers. Readers from ages 8 to 80 keep turning to Tolkien because here, in this magical kingdom, they are immersed in depth after depth of significance and meaning--perceiving the Hope that can be found amidst despair, the Charity that overcomes vengeance, and the Faith that springs from the strange power of weakness. The Gospel According to Tolkien examines biblical and Christian themes that are found in the works of J. R. R. Tolkien. Follow Ralph Wood as he takes us through the theological depths of Tolkien's literary legacy.

Author : Tracie Miles
Publisher : David C Cook
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 12,66 MB
Release : 2018-08-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0781414458

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In Love Life Again, Tracie reminds readers they each get only one life to live and inspires them not to take it for granted. Through compelling personal stories and powerful insights from Scripture, she helps women identify the stumbling blocks to their joy and offers tools and insights to take back control of their happiness. Every chapter ends with a practical call to action to motivate readers to begin loving their lives again. She also offers reflection questions, prayers, and creative ideas to help readers smile. Love Life Again helps readers learn how to live the abundant lives Jesus died for them to have, despite the circumstances they may face.