Book description
In our frenzied culture, the possibility of living in balanced rhythms of work and rest often feels elusive. This rings especially true for pastors and leaders who carry the weight of nonstop responsibility. Most know they need rest but might be surprised to find within themselves a deep resistance to letting go and resting in God one day a week, let alone for longer seasons of sabbatical.The journey to a meaningful sabbath practice is slow and gradual, and it is a journey we need to take in community. Sharing her own story of practicing sabbath for the past twenty years, Ruth Haley Barton offers hard-won wisdom regarding the rhythms of sabbath, exploring both weekly sabbath keeping as well as extended periods of sabbatical time. Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest grounds us in God's intentions in giving us the gift of sabbath, providing practical steps for embedding sabbath rhythms in churches and organizations. Each chapter concludes with "What Your Soul Wants to Say to God," an opportunity to reflect and engage God around your own journey with the material. Sabbath is more than a practice--it is a way of life ordered around God's invitation to regular rhythms of work, rest, and replenishment that will sustain us for the long haul of life in leadership. Includes a conversation guide for small groups and communities.
K-Tin Man
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Celtic Charger
I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
StorySculptor
CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
NexusNinja
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Pompeii Unicorn
Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is a game-changer. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content.
Father Abbot
The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. π Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? ππ Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Golden Cougar
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ZenZone
This app is a book lover's dream come true β a vast library right at your fingertips. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Necessary Momentum
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Palomino Cake
Navigating through my audiobook collection is a breeze β this app's intuitive interface and convenient controls have made my reading journey effortless. π±π I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized.
Pistol Hydro
This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. ππ§ ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch.
Ba1t
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Baby Spell
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Redneck Giorgio
This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content.
Twix Bond
I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Lucky Brandy
π Transforming my mundane routine into a captivating journey β thank you, this app! β¨π π± Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's ease of use is a booklover's dream come true! ππ₯ Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is commendable. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Pinball Esq
π The ease and functionality of this app make it my go-to choice for immersive audiobook experiences. π±π§ The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Thrasher
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Kamikaze Granny
βοΈ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency β I'm savoring stories with ease, even on the busiest days. πΆπ ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Tweety
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
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