Book description
""Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.""--Howard Thurman Known as the godfather of the civil rights movement, Howard Thurman served as a spiritual adviser to Martin Luther King Jr. and other leaders and activists in the 1960s. Thurman championed silence, contemplation, common unity, and nonviolence as powerful dimensions of social change. But Dr. Lerita Coleman Brown didn't learn about him during her years of spiritual-direction training. Only when a friend heard of her longing to encounter the work of Black contemplatives did she finally learn about Thurman, his mystical spirituality, and his liberating ethic. In What Makes You Come Alive, Brown beckons readers into their own apprenticeship with Thurman. Brown walks with us through Thurman's inimitable life and commitments as he summons us into centering down, encountering the natural world, paying attention to sacred synchronicity, unleashing inner authority, and recognizing the genius of the religion of Jesus. We learn from Thurman's resilience in the psychologically terrorizing climate of the Jim Crow South, his encounters with Quakers and with Mahatma Gandhi, and his sense of being guided by the Spirit. Each chapter illuminates an aspect of Thurman's work and includes reflection questions and spiritual practices. Decades after their deaths, sages like Howard Thurman offer spiritual kinship and guidance for our contemporary life. Thurman's spirituality enlivened an entire movement, and it can awaken us to intimacy with God and to authentic action today.
Ba1t
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal โ unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it!
Phoenix Sparrow
Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itโs perfect for my needs.
Plenty Orange
ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. ๐ผ Making work hours fly by with captivating stories โ a true work-life balance! ๐ป๐ Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. ๐๐ง Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
Polar Bee
I appreciate the minimal ads โ it's all about uninterrupted enjoyment. Kudos to the developers! A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Microwave Chardonnay
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Midnight Rambler
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. ๐๐ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donโt have the time.
Screwtape
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends.
LuminaLore
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery โ a win-win! Effortless audiobook exploration โ this app's functionality is a true delight. The library organization feature is a blessing. My audiobooks are finally organized and easy to find. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Rink Ruler
This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. ๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ง Enjoying the great outdoors while immersing myself in fantastic tales โ walking never felt this magical! ๐๏ธ๐
PixelPathfinder
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. ๐ฑ Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories โ this app is pure magic! ๐โจ
CirrusFlash
This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donโt have the time. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iโve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Berlin Kamikaze
ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful.
Mud Finger
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Classy Luck
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is a game-changer! ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Darling Peacock
The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing โ it's my relaxation therapy. This app's seamless integration with my devices has made audiobook listening a hassle-free experience. 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!
New York Mood
Audiobooks on this app have made studying and learning a more enjoyable process. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. Bravo to the creators of this app โ they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. ๐๐ Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youโre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Queen Ginger
๐ง Elevating my reading experience โ this app's intuitive controls and organization features make audiobook enjoyment effortless. ๐ฑ๐ The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze.
Firefly
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magic wand, transforming noisy environments into serene listening spaces. The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features. ListenBookโs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Trixie Doodle
ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. ListenBookโs support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere.
Third Moon
I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use! The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasnโt blown away. The narratorโs performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
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