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Pandemics, conflicts, and crises have increased suffering, death, and loss worldwide. The growing phenomenon of online interactions by the bereaved with the online presence of their deceased loved ones has recently come to the attention of caring professionals. Many questions emerge. How do we understand and respond to digital memorialization? What do we make of digital identities and continuing bonds? How can we engage with digital bereavement communities? What is the future of digital death and bereavement rituals and practices? How have forms of technospirituality and cybergnosticism emerged? How do counselors and carers respond to advances in the digital afterlife? Graham Joseph Hill and...
World Christianity: An Introduction provides an accessible introduction to the discipline, methodology, and field of world Christianity. In this book, Graham Joseph Hill engages with more than one hundred high-profile Majority World and First Nations Christian leaders to learn what they can teach the West about mission, leadership, hospitality, creation care, education, worship, and more. Hill challenges the Western church to move away from a Eurocentric and Americentric view of church and mission, and he calls for the church to engage with crucial paradigm shifts in world Christianity. The future of the global church—including the churches in the West—exists in these global exchanges. World Christianity is an indispensable guide for the church as it navigates the unique global experiences of the twenty-first century.
Asian immigration is transforming the Australian church and society. Migration from Asian countries occupies six of the ten largest groups migrating to Australia. While most Australian churches are declining and aging, Asian Australian churches are young and growing. The end of white Australian Christianity is near. The future of the church is Asian. Sunburnt Country, Sweeping Pains shares the stories of Asian Australian women as they experience inequality, racism, sexism, and stereotypes in ministry and mission. These women also talk about the joy and meaning they find in serving God's church and world. In this book, Graham Joseph Hill examines 21,987 NCLS surveys, 36 detailed surveys, and ...
Leviticus is a spiritual cornerstone for believers seeking to deepen their relationship with God. It is often perceived as a challenging read, filled with ancient laws and rituals that seem distant from today’s spiritual practices. Yet, within its pages lies a profound message about holiness, obedience, and the nature of God’s covenant with God’s people. Rooted in rigorous biblical and theological scholarship, this devotional encourages a fuller understanding of Leviticus and its relevance in today’s world. Each day, readers are invited to meditate on a passage, reflecting on its overarching themes and intricate details. This journey through Leviticus is the fifth book in a series of...
The book of Exodus is a monumental narrative that reminds us of God’s unceasing faithfulness and deliverance. The Exodus isn’t merely a historical recount, but a rich tapestry woven with themes of redemption, law, and God’s sovereign power. Here, in the trials and tribulations of the Israelites, we see a reflection of our spiritual sojourn. This devotional is rooted in rigorous biblical and theological scholarship and encourages a fuller understanding of Exodus and its relevance in today’s world. This devotional is the third book in a series of devotional books and podcast episodes designed to guide you through the entire Bible, nourishing your soul, renewing your purpose, and deepening your theology, contemplation, and action. In the Daily Devotions with Jesus series, Rev. Dr. Graham Joseph Hill guides you through the entire Bible, moving chapter by chapter from Genesis to Revelation. This is a groundbreaking Bible podcast and devotional book series. See how each book of the Bible deepens your faith and inspires you to follow Jesus in life-changing ways! See the podcast here: https://grahamjosephhill.com/devotions.
Dive deep into the first book of the New Testament: the Gospel of Matthew. This Gospel is a spiritual bridge between the Old and New Testaments, capturing the essence of Jesus Christ’s life, teachings, and profound impact on humanity. This Gospel is often called the “teaching Gospel,” rich in parables and events that guide us spiritually. From the Sermon on the Mount to the Great Commission, Matthew lays a foundational framework for living a deeply spiritual life. This devotional is rooted in rigorous biblical and theological scholarship and encourages a fuller understanding of Matthew and its relevance in today’s world. This devotional is the second book in a series of devotional bo...
The Gospel of Mark, the second book of the New Testament, serves as a profound narrative enriching Christian spirituality. At its heart, Mark’s Gospel is a vivid and concise account of Jesus’s ministry, focusing primarily on his actions and miracles. This briskly paced story propels us into the core of Jesus’s life, revealing him as the ultimate Servant and the Son of God. Its simplicity and directness make it an accessible yet profoundly thought-provoking text for daily devotion and reflection. This devotional is the fifth book in a series of devotional books and podcast episodes designed to guide you through the entire Bible, nourishing your soul, renewing your purpose, and deepening your theology, contemplation, and action. In the Daily Devotions with Jesus series, Graham Joseph Hill guides you through the entire Bible, moving chapter by chapter from Genesis to Revelation. This is a groundbreaking Bible podcast and devotional book series. See how each book of the Bible deepens your faith and inspires you to follow Jesus in life-changing ways! See the podcast at https://grahamjosephhill.com/devotions.
Albert Barend Gildenhuizen (also spelt Gildenhuisz or Gildenhausen) arrived at the Cape in 1661 from Burgsteinfurt, Wesfale, Holland, as a sailor on board the ship "Princesse Royale". He became a "vryburger" on 23rd September 1661, the year before Cape founder Jan van Riebeeck returned to the Netherlands.He returned to Holland to marry Margaretha Hoefnagels and settled in the Cape in 1672. The Geldenhuys Stamvader was employed as a farm labourer from 1662 to 1665, and were known as knechts (hired hands released from the Garrison), working on various farms, among others with farmer Jacob Cloete. "Free burghers" were granted 11.5 hectares of land along the Liesbeek River. Their descendant son, Barend Gildenhausen born on 6th September 1682, was the first purchaser of Vergelegen - the Hottentots Holland wine farm established by Willem Adriaan van der Stel, the son of well-liked Simon van der Stel. Vergelegen borders the town Somerset West.
Dive deep into the first book of the Bible: Genesis. This foundational book of the Bible sets the stage for the entire biblical narrative and offers profound insights into God’s plan for humanity. Through a dedicated fifty-day journey, readers will explore Genesis, unveiling its broader significance within the tapestry of Scripture. Rooted in rigorous biblical and theological scholarship, this devotional encourages a fuller understanding of the stories of Genesis and their relevance in today’s world. Each day, readers are invited to meditate on a complete chapter, reflecting on its overarching themes and intricate details. This Genesis-centered journey is the first book in a series of de...