"Unearthing rare, scarce, and previously unknown original sources, Watts spells out a comprehensive, even definitive account of Father's controversial life and charismatic ministry. In addition to the fascinating biography, this is solid social and intellectual history as well."—American Academy of Religion

The present volume is devoted to the theme of Divine Father in Second Temple Jewish and early Christian tradition and in its ancient pagan contexts. It brings together proceedings of a conference under the same title, held in Gottingen in September 2011. Selected articles by well-known scholars focus on religious and philosophical concepts of divine parenthood in antiquity, from the Hebrew Bible and Second Temple Judaism (the Dead Sea Scrolls, Targums, Philo and Josephus) to the field of the New Testament. In addition, the volume deals with the designation of deity as father or mother from the broad spectrum of ancient Egypt and classical antiquity (Homer, Hesiod, Plato, and its reception) to late antiquity (Plotinus and Porphyry)."

This short book offers one-hundred concise spiritual lessons received from our "Heavenly Parents," who are known traditionally as Jesus Christ (our “Divine Father”) and the Holy Spirit (our “Divine Mother”). This series of inspirational one-page messages was transmitted by Donna D’Ingillo, a nationally renowned healer and spiritual teacher. These teachings are based on the wisdom of the legendary Urantia Book, which has sold more than one million copies worldwide in 14 languages. The highly personal quality of these profound lessons will uplift and charm you, arousing in you a new and heartfelt commitment to live a life of love, service, and creativity. UNPRECEDENTED TEACHINGS FROM OUR DIVINE PARENTS It’s time to meet your Heavenly Parents, whose love is utterly beyond comprehension. They are always available at a moment’s notice. They’ve provided this guidebook to bring you a new awareness of their wisdom, compassion, and divinity. You will discover fifty succint messages from Jesus Christ as well as fifty short teachings from Divine Mother—thus illustrating their ultimate equality and complementary divine natures. A new era of planetary correction is upon us—thanks to the mercy of our Divine Parents. They have opened the heavens and are uplifting us again through new teachings that are suitable for our time. Here are some representative lesson titles from their instruction: I Am the Unifier of Humanity I Offer You a Blessed and Bountiful Life I Help You Grow in Cosmic Understanding I Offer Kisses of Life upon Your Heart! Face All Your Fears with Our Support I Offer You My Universal Mind Rejoice That You Are Connected to Me See Yourselves as We See You Learn What It Means to be a Universe Citizen I Fully Understand the Human Experience Trouble Not Others for Your Validation Liberate Others by Speaking the Truth Learn What It Means to be a Universe Citizen Accept Yourself Completely Just As You Are Learn to Identify With Your Soul Open to Life Eternal and Abundant Serve Others As and Where They Are Allow Me to Speak to Your Heart

The Divine Dance has become a classic for fans of Richard Rohr and an important book on Christian mysticism, it provides a fresh perspective for anyone studying or teaching the trinity. The Trinity is the central doctrine of Christianity, but it is still widely considered a mystery we won't ever fully understand. Should we still try to understand it, even so? If we could, how would it transform our relationship with God? In this stimulating and thought-provoking book, internationally recognised teacher Richard Rohr explores the nature of God and the paradoxical idea of the Holy Trinity as both three and one. With clear, surefooted wisdom, he encourages us to build on the early Christian understanding of the relationship between Father, Son and Spirit as a flow and dance - a Divine Dance - that we are invited to join in. An engaging, accessible look at the nature of God, The Divine Dance will challenge the way you think about the Trinity and give you a much fuller understanding of the triune relationship that is at the heart of Christian doctrine. It will leave you with a faith that is renewed and strengthened, and show you how you can engage more deeply in your relationship with God and the world through the Trinity.

The new Devotion to the Divine Heart of God the Father Encompassing All Hearts contains the Consecration (Seal) Prayer to God the Father for the end times. Details about the vital Seal of the Father as described in the Book of Revelation in Sacred Scripture, together with the desires of the Father's Divine Heart are provided, as well as the formal prayer format for cenacles of worship that the Father desires be offered to Him by all individuals, families, communities, and societies. Details of the icon God the Father has requested be made in His honor and enshrined are given. Selected revelations from God the Father, Jesus, Mary, and St Michael during 2010-2011 that are the basis for this new devotion are included.

In God the Father Almighty Erickson develops a sturdy exposition of the doctrine of God. He interacts with criticism brought against the traditional view of God and offers a fresh analysis of the attributes of God in light of Scripture and the contemporary scene. God the Father Almighty is a companion volume to Erickson's other theological monographs (God in Three Persons and The Word Became Flesh).

The Divine pattern touches every aspect of our lives and holds the key to joy, peace and harmony within our marriages, communities, churches and all social structures within our world. In the relationship between God and His Son, we behold the key to this divine pattern. The more and more we behold them, love them and pattern our lives after them, the more receptive we become to their channel of blessing in our lives. Before this world began, Satan and his angels moved to obscure the divine pattern and replace it with a counterfeit that would break the circuit of God's boundless love and bring untold misery to the world. Uncover this deceptive counterfeit and see, in the great original divine pattern the key for returning our church to the worship of God and His Son.

Origen’s On First Principles is a foundational work in the development of Christian thought and doctrine: it is the first attempt in history at a systematic Christian theology. For over a decade it has been out of print with only expensive used copies available; now it is available at an affordable price and in a more accessible format. On First Principles is the most important surviving text written by third-century Church father, Origen. Origen wrote in a time when fundamental doctrines had not yet been fully articulated by the Church, and contributed to the very formation of Christianity. Readers see Origen grappling with the mysteries of salvation and brainstorming how they can be understood. This edition presents G. W. Butterworth’s trusted translation in a new, more readable format, retains the introduction by Henri de Lubac, and includes a new foreword by John C. Cavadini. As St. Gregory of Nazianzus, Doctor of the Church, wrote: “Origen is the stone on which all of us were sharpened.”

The Father Speaks to His Children is a series of Christian revelations by Mother Eugenia Elisabetta Ravasio. She was an Italian Roman Catholic nun, mystic and writer who claimed to hear divine voices.