Bücher von John Norris

""Christian Blessedness Or Discourse Upon the Beatitudes"" is a book written by John Norris, which explores the concept of blessedness in the Christian faith. The book is based on the Beatitudes found in the Gospel of Matthew, which are a series of blessings that Jesus gave to his disciples during his Sermon on the Mount. The book is divided into eight chapters, each of which focuses on one of the Beatitudes. Norris provides a detailed analysis of each Beatitude, exploring its meaning and significance in the Christian faith. He also offers practical advice on how to incorporate these teachings into daily life, and how to cultivate a life of blessedness in the midst of difficult circumstances. Throughout the book, Norris emphasizes the importance of humility, meekness, and a deep reverence for God. He encourages readers to embrace the teachings of Jesus and to seek a life of spiritual growth and transformation. Overall, ""Christian Blessedness Or Discourse Upon the Beatitudes"" is a thought-provoking and inspiring book that offers valuable insights into the Christian faith. It is a must-read for anyone who is seeking to deepen their understanding of the Beatitudes and to cultivate a more meaningful and fulfilling spiritual life.1690. This volume contains a set of select discourses upon the Beatitudes. The subjects themselves are as great and noble as any perhaps that occur in all practical divinity, being the prime and capital aphorisms of our Savior's excellent Sermon upon the Mount and contains the fundamental principles of all Christ's practical instructions, and of a true Christian temper and life. Written in Old English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

""Reason and Religion Or The Grounds and Measures of Devotion"" is a philosophical book written by John Norris. The book explores the relationship between reason and religion, and how they can work together to create a deeper sense of devotion. Norris argues that reason is an essential tool for understanding religious beliefs and practices, and that it can help us to develop a more meaningful and authentic relationship with God. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of God, the role of faith in our lives, and the importance of personal reflection and self-examination. Norris draws on a variety of sources, including classical philosophy, Christian theology, and his own experiences as a religious practitioner. Overall, ""Reason and Religion Or The Grounds and Measures of Devotion"" is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the intersection between reason and faith, and how they can work together to deepen our spiritual lives.1789. Mr. Norris considers this treatise from the nature of God and the nature of man, in several contemplations, with exercises of devotion applied to every contemplation. There being nothing of greater consequence to the highest interest of man, than the knowledge of God and himself, Mr. Norris though he could not better employ his solitude, either for his own or for the world's advantage than in exercising his contemplations upon these two great and important subjects: the nature of God and the nature of Man. Written in Old English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Journalist and foreign policy expert John Norris provides a compelling and rich story of the U.S. Agency for International Development, or AID. In totality, the work of AID has touched millions and millions of lives in ways that have been truly profound, both good and bad. On the Eve of AID's 60th anniversary, Norris shares history on an almost epic scale that remains largely untold.

At times, something is coming at you so fast that there is no time to get out of the way. There is only enough time to bend over, grab your ankles, and kiss your tail goodbye, saying, Oh-oh.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

A personal memoir by a relief worker and conflict specialist who has worked on the ground in a host of war-torn countries. It argues that civil wars are often dismissed by westerners as tribal, ethnic, or regional disputes, when in reality such violence is fundamentally part of the human condition.

This study in brinksmanship and deception is an essential background for anyone trying to understand Russia's uneasy relations with the West. America's relationship with Russia has become increasingly important as Washington has engaged Moscow as a critical, but often prickly, ally in the war on terror.