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From the first century to today, Christians have eagerly pursued wisdom and knowledge of God. A hunger for the Divine exists deep in the spirit of every human being, and Christ's disciples through the ages have believed that each person's soul can be satisfied only in the active pursuit and practice of the truth as found in Scripture and the proper exegesis of its meaning. The writings of our forefathers in the faith provide the modern Church with insights that can assist us in fulfilling that profound longing for connection with the Almighty and for living a life to the His glory. Author ...

You see this, and then you look at the stone busts of Stoicism’s leading proponents: Seneca, Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius. All seem dour and foreboding. They may have been stern-faced gentlemen, but the fact remains, many who have incorporated Stoicism into their daily lives report that they can face life’s challenges with greater equanimity. Your Daily Dose of Stoic Wisdom is a 30-day guide to practicing the foundational tenets of Stoicism. Without being a primer on Stoic philosophy, the book is here to help you integrate its basic principles into your everyday experiences.

It's a period of turmoil in Britain, with the country's politicians electing to remove the UK from the European Union, despite ever-increasing evidence that the public no longer supports it. And the small town of Lychford is suffering. But what can three rural witches do to guard against the unknown? And why are unwary hikers being led over the magical borders by their smartphones' mapping software? And is the immigration question really important enough to kill for?

He is a rockstar. She is a restaurant manager. When their worlds collide, they’ll both learn what it means to truly love. In the heart of Orlando’s resort scene, Stella, a grounded and hard-working restaurant manager, crosses paths with Sebastian, a reluctant rockstar whose fame is shadowed by paparazzi and tabloid tales. Assigned to manage Sebastian’s performance at the resort’s new music venue, Stella is surprised when his public image doesn’t seem to reflect his true character. What begins as a professional interaction, almost immediately blossoms into daily personal phone ...

Journey once more into the captivating essence of New Orleans with "67 Days of NOLA Poetic Exploration Between Here And There: Week 4 - The Experimental Certainty of Exploration Through Social Distance." Each page of this week is a new revelation, revealing layers of the city’s soul and the depths of our spirits in these unique times. Week 4 amplifies the poetic exploration, delving into the heart of New Orleans' supernatural allure, from its haunted histories to the mysterious allure of creatures like the Rougarou. As the world around us maintains its distance, this collection weaves a ...

Songs of the Deliverer is a re-imagining of the Gospel stories of the Bible written for teens and young adults. The novel and the reflections on the Songs of the Deliverer website provide a perfect way for young people to learn more about Christ and the faith to which we are called.

Far beyond simply being a sports league, the NBA has become an entertainment and pop culture juggernaut. From all kinds of team logo merchandise to officially branded video games and players crossing over into reality television, film, fashion lines, and more, there is an inseparable line between sports and entertainment. But only four decades ago, this would have been unthinkable.

This book provides details on the origins of Saint Patrick's day, including: The life and work of Saint Patrick Cultural Symbology Traditions and Celebrations

If Lupe Dávila and Javier Utierre can survive each other’s company, together they can solve a series of grisly murders sweeping though Puerto Rico. But the clues lead them out of the real world and into the realm of myths and legends. And if they want to catch the killer, they'll have to step into the shadows to see what's lurking there - murderer or monster?

This book is about Ancestors, how to commune and work with them, from a modern witch’s perspective. It is specifically concerned with descendants of Indo European, Greek, Celtic, Germanic, Indo-Iranian, and Anglo Saxon peoples. You can conjure the spirits of your Ancient Celtic Pagan Ancestors because they live in you in the same way your mother and your father do. It’s your DNA that is a chain, a link, that binds you to everyone who has come before you. You are Ancestor 2.0, and you can awaken that Ancestral memory that lives inside of you. My book is going to show beyond the shadow of...

Dive into the heart of New Orleans, a city where every street corner whispers a story, every gust of wind carries a melody, and every moment is a verse waiting to be written. "67 Days of NOLA Poetic Exploration" is more than a book; it's a journey through the soul of one of America's most vibrant cities, captured in the intimate dance of poetry and prose. In this mesmerizing collection, you'll explore the mysterious allure of Saint Joseph's Table in NOLA, unravel the enigmatic presence of Gods in The Gymbo, and voyage with Zeus into the realms of space. Feel the pulse of New Orleans after ...

Tackling a key theme each month, from Happiness and Health to Money and Politics, Everyday Stoicism guides you through the calendar year to build a toolkit of simple exercises and practical ideas for how to live these values every day. So, harness the collective wisdom of the ancient Stoic philosophers today and discover the joy of everyday stoicism.

I was in the land of the Patriot. I met a beautiful girl at a frat party, but I was too slow to get her number. I saw her again at a victory bonfire. She dropped her phone, and I found it. The next day when I went through it, I found she had training pictures of terrorists' camps. I showed it to my professor whom I trusted. He turned the phone into the Homeland Security Department, and I was contacted by two agents. They informed me that there was a tracking app on the phone, and the terrorists not only knew who I was, but where I was.

A sapphic reimagining of the classic Frankenstein tale with a modern-day twist! Melanie Alcantara is good at her job. Perfect even. She's the best set of hands in the Cherry Hill, NJ area for sewing bodies back together and bringing them to life. Unfortunately, her Autistic intricacies stop at piecing corpses together like puzzle pieces when her 3-year relationship with her girlfriend, Tala, comes to an abrupt end. Unable to cope with losing the love of her life to another woman, we follow Melanie as she spirals into a deep pit of madness and denial. There is no telling what a woman who ...

If you are wasting energy on things you cannot control, if you want to stop living with fear, anxiety, and anger then keep listening.... Are you fed up with comparing yourself to others? Do you find it difficult to deal with change? Do you waste energy worrying what other people think? The solution is Secrets of Stoicism this book will teach you how to decrease negative emotions and start to develop and maintain a balanced and happy life.

Fun is a word that is rarely associated with missionary work, but that is exactly what teenagers are looking for. The goal for this book is to provide teenagers and other preparing missionaries with a vision for who great modern-day missionaries are and the skills they possess. Obtaining that vision is made tangible through specific challenges associated with each chapter's theme. Not only will preparing missionaries be enlightened by a vision of who they can become but they will also be inspired through the personal experiences we will challenge them to have.

Ignite Your Imagination with 200 Days of Spooky: Writing Prompts for Halloween Storytelling! Unleash your inner storyteller this Halloween with 200 Days of Spooky: Writing Prompts. Perfectly crafted for writers, enthusiasts, and Halloween lovers alike, this book is your ultimate guide to conjuring up tales that will haunt and delight. Dive into a treasure trove of eerie, strange and enchanting prompts designed to spark creativity and bring your most spine-chilling ideas to life. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, these prompts will guide you through haunted houses, ...

This is a historical, nonfiction, true story and addresses necessary changes that must be implemented, maintained, and enforced in worldwide healthcare provider professional training programs and hospitals. The book exposes abuses and enslavement policies and attitudes in health care training programs and hospital administrations worldwide and offers simple and genius remedies to eradicate these deleterious policies and slave owner attitudes of hospital administrators.

Sometimes it takes decades to find your true family… but only a moment to lose them.Separated at birth, these twins find they have more than genetics in common: they’re both the target of killers who are willing to risk everything to take them out. Third book in That Twin Thing series, the excitement keeps on going for Van, Junior, Cindy, and everyone else they meet. Was peace even possible?

A centuries-old iceman is discovered on Haida Gwaii, the remote Misty Isles. With the body is a symbol that renegade anthropologist Kian Tuttle has been obsessed with since childhood. This may be his one chance to learn the truth and forever silence his inner demons. Hiding in the myths of history... Alrik Strand is a master at burying secrets. He knows this iceman must be dropped down a deep hole before it can talk. If it tells its story, the result will be genocide. But there is also a personal element involved, one that has made him careless. He has failed to notice a young woman ...