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.
Burn
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Killer Curio
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Sw00sh
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Prof. Smirk
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Freeway
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Evil Smith
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining. Audiobook adventures simplified β this app's functionality is a revelation. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it!
Thunder Nut
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Instant Star
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DreamDiver
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High Beam
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DollFaceKillah
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ELLerG!c
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Pinball Wizard
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Murder Matter
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Slint FUBAR
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Knock Out Star
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. The range of supported formats is astounding. No more compatibility issues!
Fennel Dove
The app's stability is impressive β it runs smoothly without any glitches. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail.
Magenta
βοΈ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. ππ Audiobook journey simplified β this app's functionality is a wonderful surprise. ListenBook's support for playlists in the CUE format makes organizing and enjoying audiobook series a delightful experience. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality. The sound quality is excellent. It feels like Iβm in the story.
Jetta Talent
ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Sprinkle Lovenuts
Audiobooks have never been this accessible β this app is a true innovation. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
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