Carl McColman explores the spiritual life, delving into subjects ranging from mysticism and contemplative prayer to monastic spirituality. His work often draws from Celtic traditions while also examining Paganism and Wicca. McColman offers readers profound insights into diverse spiritual paths. His writing serves as an invitation to explore the deeper dimensions of spiritual existence.
From beloved spiritual teacher Carl McColman comes a book about big possibility: the hope of achieving authentic, blissful, experiential union with God. He reveals the various ways Christian mysticism and contemplation have been in dynamic practice through the centuries, proving inspirational for today's seekers, regardless of faith tradition.
The heart is where the human soul and God meet. This is what teachings from Scripture and the mystics the heart is the temple of God within us and within the heart we hold the key to live a truly divine life. But how do we embody the tremendous love available to us, deep in our hearts? In Eternal Heart , Carl McColman, author of The Big Book of Christian Mysticism , invites us to create an optimistic, visionary, and imaginative path to personal happiness and fulfillment. Weaving together teachings from the biblical tradition, literature of the mystics, and wisdom of the world's contemplative traditions, McColman engages us in profound, practical exercises for cultivating fuller, more abundant, and more satisfying lives. The path of Christian Mysticism is a path of both contemplation and action. By unlocking the mysteries in our hearts, we discover a source of divine love deep within a power for spiritual growth, and for creating meaningful relationships and working together to change the world for the better.
"Celtic gods and goddesses are among the most popular of deities revered by today's neo-pagans, witches, wiccans, and druids. Among pagans, the gods and goddesses of Gaul, Ireland, Wales, and the other Celtic lands rank with the most popular and influential of the Greek, Roman, Norse, and Egyptian pantheons. This book provides an accessible guide for readers to learn about and connect spiritually with the Celtic gods and goddesses of the Celtic lands"--
This book's daily Celtic inspirations are rooted in the mysteries of the spirit, a reverence for nature, and compassion for humanity.
“[This] modern guide promises a careful approach to changing life through magic.”— Publishers WeeklyA user-friendly introduction to the spirituality of magic.Before You Cast a Spell is for those newly interested in magic, as well as the veteran Witch, this book helps you discover the power and beauty of magic through eternal values such as love, compassion, hope, trust, and practicality.In other words, this is not a book full of spells or lists of magical ingredients. Rather, it reveals the principles of magical energy and power, helping the reader to understand what makes magic work and why. After mastering the spiritual principles in this book, the reader will be empowered not only to work effective spells, but to also find happiness and joy-with or without a spell.Before You Cast a Spell