Beyond Love and Devotion


Book Description

A collection of poems and thoughts that are an ode to the domain of the heart, Beyond Love and Devotion cajoles and inspires the reader to look at love as a synonym of the infinite, a soliloquy of an all pervading love. The expression of the relationship between the lover and the beloved is an overriding theme of Shodhan's work. Strongly reminiscent of the devotional Bhakti tradition of Hinduism and the mystical Sufi poets, at times his writings express the pain and agony of separation, at other times offering an insight into the profound bliss of communion. These poems and writings follow no obvious course; they flit effortlessly and seamlessly from one seeker to another, staying true only to the path: the journey of love. Discarding all explanations and transcending the norms and conventions of society, a lover's whispers to his or her Beloved offer a primordial combination of lyrical eloquence with a mystical revelation. This is a journey that is timeless, appealing to the hearts of all those aspiring for love and beauty.




Beyond Love - The Fullfillment of Love and Marriage


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This book describes how love develops our spiritual and better nature and is the basis of happiness. God's love permeates the world and sustains it. We share a part of God's spirit and consciousness. His reality is love which we reflect and strive for. When we are loved and love another, our spiritual nature flourishes and is manifested in our behavior. Marriage is the home of love, mutual devotion and support. Through your love and devotion for each other, you achieve your finest potential. A deep and abiding love ultimately leads to sacrifice for one another. The happiness and welfare of your loved one is your happiness. When you have reached this stage of selfless love, you have found the essence of God's love. You will be beyond love and a part of God's everlasting spirit of love. You have realized that love is the only reality. All factors related to the development and sustainment of love and marriage, including issues such as adultery and divorce are discussed.




Love Like That


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What can the Bible teach us about unconditional, everlasting, life-changing love? Join #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. Les Parrott as he shows us that we all deserve Love Like That. In this authentic, practical book, Dr. Parrott provides a simple plan to improve all of your relationships--with spouses, family, friends, coworkers, and even strangers. Dr. Parrott takes proven findings from psychology and sociology and blends them with biblical teaching to reveal five transformative ways of relating to people demonstrated by Jesus himself. In Love Like That, Dr. Parrott gives you the tools you need to love like Jesus, because when you do: you become less detached and more mindful you become less exclusive and more approachable you become less judgmental and more grace-full you become less fearful and more bold you become less self-absorbed and more self-giving Dr. Parrott teaches us that loving like Jesus can be a daily reality for anyone who chooses it. Why? Because this love isn't elusive. It isn't pie-in-the-sky. It isn't out of reach or relegated to untouchable saints. It's real. Jesus gives us practical examples of how to love in extraordinary ways. And you're likely closer to it than you know. Praise for Love Like That: "From the first vulnerable sentence, this heart-felt message from Dr. Parrott will compel you to not only be a better person, it will show you exactly how you can do just that." --Dave Ramsey, #1 bestselling author and radio host "Refreshingly honest and incredibly practical. This book is for everyone who wants to love like Jesus but never thought they could. I've personally benefited from this helpful book, and you will too." --Lysa TerKeurst, president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and bestselling author of Forgiving What You Can’t Forget "With an incredible blend of contemporary social science and a deep understanding of Scripture, Les Parrott's writing will help you see beyond what you may be tempted to settle for. And he'll show you the way, step-by-step, to realizing the kinds of relationships we all long for." --Lee Strobel, New York Times bestselling author of The Case for Christ




The Love & Respect Experience


Book Description

"A fifty-two week devotional that will appeal to both wives and husbands as they seek to listen to what God has to say to them." -- Back cover.




Lady in Lingerie


Book Description

I refuse to let this woman have any power over me. She's just my prisoner. But once my Muse is in trouble, I'll do anything to save her. Anything to protect her. She was supposed to inspire me, please me. She was never supposed to care about me. Or make me care about her.







Beyond Breathing


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Beyond Breathing is a story of a mother's loss of her 13 year old daughter, Jena, to Cystic Fibrosis, a fatal genetic disease. Her journey takes you from unfathomable heartache to love and understanding of life's realities. Through her journey she learns that life lessons come from her children and the beauty of living and the power of love. In the span of one year she learns to go from depression and dependency to inner strength and the realization that love never ends and that there are no coincidences. That she is beyond just breathing.




Gentle and Lowly


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Christians know that God loves them, but can easily feel that he is perpetually disappointed and frustrated, maybe even close to giving up on them. As a result, they focus a lot—and rightly so—on what Jesus has done to appease God’s wrath for sin. But how does Jesus Christ actually feel about his people amid all their sins and failures? This book draws us to Matthew 11, where Jesus describes himself as “gentle and lowly in heart,” longing for his people to find rest in him. The gospel flows from God’s deepest heart for his people, a heart of tender love for the sinful and suffering. These chapters take readers into the depths of Christ’s very heart for sinners, diving deep into Bible passages that speak of who Christ is and encouraging readers with the affections of Christ for his people. His longing heart for sinners comforts and sustains readers in their up-and-down lives.




Another Insane Devotion


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An exploration of the mysteries of love and marriage, pleasure and obligation--through the lens of cat ownership




Love and Devotion


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KC Hall loves her family, her small East Texas town, and her best friend, Emma Reynolds. All of that takes a backseat when her lover beckons. Lonnie is blond, beautiful, and willing. She's also married and a lifelong friend of KC's mama. KC knows the affair is a bad idea, but she just can't help herself. When presented with the lush landscape of Lonnie's body, KC subscribes to the philosophy of "orgasm first, think later." Unfortunately, a secret that big is impossible to keep in a close-knit community where everybody knows everybody else's business. The scandal would hurt her entire family. Emma is KC's exception, the one woman she loves enough to not have sex with. When Emma confesses that she's loved KC since high school, KC is terrified. One wrong move and she could lose Emma completely. Is she willing to let her family pay the price for her good time? Or will she turn to Emma to discover the true meaning of love and devotion?