Inspirational Religious Gifts
Religious gift items are good choices for both clergymen and faithful laymen. Whether you are celebrating your deacon's birthday, a child's confirmation or any special occasion, a thoughtful inspirational gift can help to lift the spirit and ignite stronger faith in times of trouble. Whether a traditional offering or a more modern selection, you can give an inspirational religious gift that will be appreciated. Does this Spark an idea?
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Movies
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Movie lovers will be overjoyed with a DVD collection of inspirational films for a movie marathon. Put together a gift basket filled with titles like the classic "The Ten Commandments" with Charlton Heston, Mel Gibson's "The Passion of the Christ," and "Ben Hur. " Also consider "Jesus Christ Superstar" and "God's Army." You can also choose from countless Christian-produced movies such as "Pilgrim's Progress" and "Saving God." Place movies in a gift basket with a cuddly throw and some popcorn, and your gift is complete.
Books
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Inspirational titles have never been more plentiful, and a book is always a welcome gift. Start with a beautiful leather-bound Bible or prayer book. Add some new titles like "Silver Linings" by Jon A. Hanning for the poetry lover; and "Focal Point: Christian Views of the Everyday Life" by William A. Phillips for an overall mood lifter. "Waking God" by Brian Doe and Phillip Harris is a terrific choice for the fiction lover, and will both entertain and inspire. Add a religiously oriented bookmarker and wrap.
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Jewelry
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Nothing is more inspirational to a believer than the symbol of the crucifix; and religious jewelry is a stylish way to be reminded of the sacrifices of faith. Whatever dogma you follow, you can find a ring, necklace or pin to represent it. Gold or silver crosses or Star of David symbols are widely available, whereas the "nail" jewelry made popular after the "Passion of the Christ" movie can be most easily found online. Bracelets with religiously oriented charms or beautifully beaded rosaries also help to keep Christ in mind, while teens may enjoy a WWJD leather bracelet to help inspire moral daily living.
Pilgrimage
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For those with a big budget, nothing is more inspirational than a trip to the Holy Land. Plenty of travel agencies book tours of religious areas, holy sites and churches. Two weeks is all you need to experience Israel, Jordan or an "Exodus Tour" that includes Cairo and follows the route of the Exodus to Mt. Sinai. A trip to Jerusalem will have you walking in the steps of Jesus himself, and will also take you to the controversial Dome of the Rock and Temple Mount.
A Catholic will be especially inspired by a trip to Rome and tours of all the beautiful churches in Italy and across Europe. There are so many inspirational religious sites throughout the world that you could spend a year or more exploring. Check out the safety of the area and tours available to give a gift that will never be forgotten.
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