{"title":"Scott Hahn","description":"\u003cp\u003eScott Hahn's works offer profound insights into the depths of Christian faith, blending theological scholarship with engaging storytelling. Readers can explore themes of divine mystery and devotion, often illuminated through analysis of scripture and tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis books invite contemplation on spiritual figures and sacred history, providing thoughtful reflections that resonate with both personal faith and broader religious understanding. Ideal for those seeking deeper connection within the realm of \u003cem\u003eReligion \u0026amp; Spirituality\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"angels-and-saints-by-scott-hahn-9780307590794","title":"Angels and Saints","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Lamb's Supper\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSigns of Life\u003c\/em\u003e comes an illuminating work on angels and saints, and how their examples can lead us to a new, heartfelt understanding of holiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAngels and Saints\u003c\/em\u003e. Catholics tend to think of them as different from the rest of us. They're cast in plaster or simpering on a holy card, performing miracles with superhero strength, or playing a harp in highest heaven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYet they are very near to us in every way. In this lively book, Scott Hahn dispels the false notions and urban legends people use to keep the saints at a safe distance. The truth is that Jesus Christ has united heaven and earth in a close communion. Drawing deeply from Scripture, Dr. Hahn shows that the hosts of heaven surround the earthly Church as a \"great cloud of witnesses.\" The martyrs cry out from heaven's altar begging for justice on the earth. The prayers of the saints and angels rise to God, in the Book of Revelation, like the sweet aroma of incense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Hahn tells the stories of several saints (and several angels too) in a way that's fresh and new. The saints are spiritual giants but with flesh-and-blood reality. They have strong, holy ambitions—and powerful temptations and opposition that must be overcome. Their stories are amazing and yet familiar enough to motivate us to live more beautiful lives. In this telling of their story, the saints are neither otherworldly nor this-worldly. They exemplify the integrated life that every Christian is called to live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStill, their lives are as different from one another as human lives can be. Dr. Hahn shows the heavenly Church in all its kaleidoscopic diversity—from Moses to Mary, Augustine to Therese, and the first century to the last century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnly saints will live in heaven. We need to be more like the saints if we want to live in heaven someday. Dr. Hahn shows us that our heavenly life can begin now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt must.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48147214303468,"sku":"9780307590794","price":65.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780307590794-angels-and-saints.jpg?v=1786445947"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/scott-hahn.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}