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.
Milan Call Back
With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring! AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality.
StorySculptor
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my passport to countless stories. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my moodβwhat a creative addition! The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds.
Sand Whiskers
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Fadey
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Mr. Gadget
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Hen Skittle
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California Goddess
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Pixie Soldier
AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook! Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition! ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. One of the best audiobooks Iβve heard! The story was compelling, and the narratorβs delivery added depth to every scene. I found myself looking for excuses to listen just a little longer. Will definitely revisit this one!
Lope Lope
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WonderWords
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xSTORMx
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ManManMan
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful!
Sprinkle Lovenuts
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
Scuffs
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. Kudos to the developers for making this app iOS 16 optimized. It runs like a dream! Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume.
Lady Pomegranate
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Instant Star
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Roma Kabuki
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Geneva Cuffs
I'm absolutely in love with this app! It's like a library of stories in my pocket. The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is a game-changer. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings.
Flash Protein
This app's convenience has made reading a consistent part of my life. ListenBook's player features, like chapters and bookmarks, make it a versatile tool for any listener.
Sw33per
ListenBook's support for chapters and bookmarks ensures that I never lose my place in a story. π‘ This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts β it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
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