Arcadia Public Library

Examines the power of prayer in everyday life, describing the different types of prayer and explaining how the simple act of prayer can transform one's everyday existence and lead to a richer, more interactive relationship with God.

"We all want more peace in our lives, but how do we get there? Mindfulness and positive thinking only get us so far. In this refreshing book, Chad Veach explores a passionate, personal approach to prayer that removes the pressure to "pray right" and replaces it with the calm assurance that God always hears us-no matter when, where, why, or how we pray"--

"¿Qué te viene a la mente cuando piensas en la oración? ¿Se siente como algo para las personas santas, pero no para ti? ¿O como una experiencia mística que nunca podrías esperar lograr en la vida real? O tal vez solo un deber aburrido con poca recompensa. En este libro, el autor y pastor Chad Veach desmitifica el concepto de oración al exlicar en términos prácticos cómo es la oración en nuestra vida cotidiana. Este enfoque apasionado...

Presents each line of the Lord's Prayer and explains the meaning behind the words with line-by-line commentary.

The greatest athletes in the world today are neither the Olympic champions nor the stars of professional sports, but the "Marathon Monks" of Japan's sacred Mount Hiei. Over a seven year training period, these "running Buddha" figuratively circle the globe on foot.

Offers a child's perspective on the many things to be thankful for, including family, friends, and play-time and asks for guidance in appreciating these things.