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Mentioned in 18 episodes

The Imitation of Christ

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The Imitation of Christ, by Thomas à Kempis, is a classic work of Christian devotion that explores the spiritual life and the pursuit of Christ-likeness.

It emphasizes themes of humility, self-denial, and the importance of inner transformation.

The book is divided into four books, each focusing on different aspects of the spiritual journey.

It offers practical advice and guidance on how to live a life of faith and devotion, emphasizing the importance of prayer, meditation, and self-examination.

The Imitation of Christ has been a source of inspiration and guidance for countless Christians throughout history, offering timeless wisdom on the path to spiritual maturity.

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Mentioned in 18 episodes

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Sheehan Quirke
when contrasting Michelangelo's David with Christian views on humanity.
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#89 The Cultural Tutor - The Philosophy and Ethics of Art
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Tyler Staton
as a book Van Gogh carried, reflecting his devout Christian faith.
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Why Does Your Teacher Eat with Tax Collectors and Sinners? (ft. Tyler Staton) | For the Sake of Others E7
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Ridvan Aydemir
as a book that he began to love as he listened to it and also read it while listening to it.
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The Truth About Islam: Pedophilia, Violence, and Conquest (Apostate Prophet) | Ep. 530
Mentioned as a book that was once the second most published book in the world next to the Bible.
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E832 | Deeper Communion with God - Workshop 1
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John Eldredge
when discussing the importance of intimacy with God.
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E813 | God's Full Kingdom—What We Can Expect
Mentioned as a book that invites readers to put down distractions and enter into silence to discern their thoughts.
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How to Be Okay with Silence
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John Ortberg
as a book that has been translated into more languages other than the Bible.
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36. The Most Powerful form of Learning Known to the Human Race | John Ortberg
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John Eldredge
as a source of wisdom on the importance of friendship, particularly with God.
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E816 | What A Friend - with Josh Garrels
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Adam Minahan
as a book he used as a crutch to avoid deeper prayer during Advent.
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The Catholic Atmosphere in the Home
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James Harpur
as one of the books he read during a period of meditation and prayer.
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An Implosion of Light. Talking mystical experiences with James Harpur and Mark Vernon
The speaker mentions "The Imitation of Christ" as a book that Vincent van Gogh carried everywhere he went.
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For the Sake of Others: Why Does Your Teacher Eat with Tax Collectors and Sinners?
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John Eldredge
as a reference to the self-life being the traitor within.
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E833 | Advanced Spiritual Warfare Skills - Workshop 2
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Graham Donaldson
in the context of imitating Christ.
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134: I See Satan Fall Like Lightning
Recommended by Amber Rose for putting into perspective how horrible a mindset it can be to give excuses for sin.
#198 I Asked 11 Catholic Creators What Book Changed Their Life - Joe Heschmeyer
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Andrew Petiprin
as a cherished book that offers insights into the Christian spiritual journey and the importance of spiritual warfare.
Archbishop Alfred Hughes: What prayer is, and what it isn’t
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Gordon
White when he said that 'the imitation of Christ is joyful participation in the sorrows of the world'.
What Would You Do If Certainty Never Returned?
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David Anders
as a book that many Protestants read.
The Journey to Catholicsm
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Swami Sarvapriyananda
in the context of a passage about finding peace.
Finding Peace | Swami Sarvapriyananda
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Dick Delingpole
as a Christmas gift, an old edition of a book on Christian devotion.
Dick Delingpole
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David Anders
in response to a question about the book's literary conventions.
On Spiritual Writers

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