Book description
We are living through the greatest catastrophe since the fall of the Roman Empire. Western civilization isn't dying: it's already dead. Christendom is no more. What we see around us now isn't Christian. It's not even a civilization. It's a walking corpse.That's the bad news. The good news is that the West can be reborn someday. We know this because it died once before. Who brought it back? The mystics, the martyrs, and the missionaries. Now they must save the West once again.In this prescient work, Michael Warren Davis examines just how bad the situation is and how much worse it's going to get. He weaves together examples from history and literature to illustrate how societies fell and how various saints helped them rise again. Throughout, he reflects on the transformative power and benefits of persecution and suffering to show how Christians can survive ― and indeed flourish ― in the new Dark Age that's descending.These penetrating pages will help you move from a "Culture War" mindset to one of answering the Great Commission. You will learn how to form intentional Christian communities to ward off spiritual isolation and come to understand what St. Augustine, the chief architect of Christendom's first renaissance, taught about why God allows the City of Man to fall in the first place. Additionally, you will discover: - The only weapon in your arsenal (can you guess?)- What role laughter played in the early Church's victory- How to attain xenitia, the first stage of spiritual development- Methods to grow in union with Christ through meditative prayer- The fruits of street evangelization and your call to go into the vineyard- How drawing from Eastern Christianity can help renew our culture againAbove all, you will find out how you can respond to the crisis of the early twenty-first century with the wisdom of the ages -- to testify to your Faith, help restore beauty, and cultivate authentic love in the modern world. For, according to Davis, every Christian has a role to play. All are called to share their faith person-to-person to help rebuild the Church, and once again the tears of mystics, the sweat of missionaries, and the blood of martyrs will become the seed of the Church. Despite the darkness, by imitating their witness, you will find unshakable peace and joy in the face of what is to come.
The Flying Mouse
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Black Firefly
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Martini Flower
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Gentle Avenger
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience.
Crumb Cake
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Knuckles
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Highlander Monk
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1st Degree
I used to struggle to find time for books – now, I listen while doing chores! ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Innocent Ghost
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Intimidating Presence
I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine – thank you! ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey.
Pexxious
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition!
LoreLoomer
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay makes my daily commute a delightful opportunity to indulge in audiobooks. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature! ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
ForumFlare
With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a thoughtful and enjoyable way to share my favorite stories with friends and introduce them to new worlds of literature. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Bearded Angler
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Bat Magenta
Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! I was thoroughly impressed by this audiobook. The combination of engaging content and skilled narration made my daily commute something to look forward to. The narrator's timing and intonation were spot-on, enhancing rather than distracting from the material. Definitely worth a credit!
Mafia Princess
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. ListenBook has brought a whole new level of convenience and enjoyment to my audiobook experience. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Silent
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Stick Shift
I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine.
Indigo Red
ListenBook's looping playback, shuffle feature, and configurable controls make learning a breeze. This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments – I'm forever grateful. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Red Woman
ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience