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Mother Teresa is an informative introduction to the famous Catholic nun. Mother Teresa is one of the most admired Nobel laureates of all time. Born in Eastern Europe of Albanian parents, she became a Catholic missionary nun in India when she was still a teenager. After teaching in a convent school in Calcutta for nearly two decades, in 1946 she claimed that she heard God calling her to live and work among "the poorest of the poor" in that city's slums.

Five teens connected by fate. An age-old battle between good and evil. A war that only the Orphans can end. It was an accident. That was what the authorities said killed Charlie Kim's parents. And in Charlie's mind, that was how it had to be. An accident meant closure. It meant that the driven fifteen-year-old could move on, reassemble his life, and return to pursuing the carefully planned future that he had mapped out for himself. However, when memories of his parents begin to vanish and suspicions arise, calling the accidental nature of their deaths into question, Charlie can't help but ...

Questa versione comprende il Vecchio e il Nuovo testamento, ed è un utile riassunto, in parole semplici, per orientarsi ed avere uno sguardo d’insieme sul libro sacro della religione ebraica e cristiana.

It's all here! Everything you need to go to Heaven, your true home. Read this book and discover for yourself the four key steps followed by everyone that we now know is in Heaven, people like St. Peter, St. Paul, the seers of Fatima, Padre Pio, and others. To follow in their footsteps and go to Heaven yourself, all you have to do is model your life on theirs. In other words, by doing what they did and not doing what they didn't do, you can virtually guarantee yourself of going to Heaven. If you've ever wished you had a map or a system that would lead you straight to Heaven, now you do! ...

What This Girl Wants: Seeking Heart Teen Series, Book Five With only two months of her junior year remaining, Amber is looking forward to the summer that lies ahead. Assuming she gets accepted to be on staff at Camp Laughing Water, she can imagine it being one of the most thrilling and meaningful summers of her life. But she discovers a lot can happen in a few short weeks, and much of that depends on what she really wants. In the midst of being led by God and looking to Him for direction, she discovers that sometimes difficult choices need to be made. And only she can make them. As her ...

Teens have a lot of questions about God and faith, such as, Is God really there? Does He really care about my life? How should I pray? How can I know if God is listening or if He has anything to say to me? How do I know what plans He has for my life? This interactive journal is designed to help teens answer those questions and connect with our heavenly Father every day to gain a deeper understanding of what His Word says to them.

Ike Triplett has been writing for as long as he can remember. Since around the age of four, he scribbled words together to communicate his desires, something he had difficulty speaking aloud. Over the years, he continued to express himself in written form, such as poems and short stories. Now, he writes not only for himself but for others as well. He wants his writings to inspire readers to think critically about their reading. He also hopes that readers will start critically analyzing the world around them to see things in a new light and how they can be rectified, especially in their own ...

Ryan Meyers, a good-natured teen on the verge of manhood, is struggling to find his place in the world while growing up in the American Heartland. Complicating matters, he is forced into dealing with the failing health of his cantankerous grandfather, Conrad Doyle, who is his legal guardian, mentor, and last living relative. He also must cope with the breakup with his girlfriend and first love, Mary Kelleher, who ended their relationship suddenly and without explanation. In the midst of all his troubles, he witnesses a horrific attack while hunting alone in the forest. Stricken with terror ...

With instructions from the Word of God, these devotions will intimately and gently connect teens or tweens with Jesus, the One who meets them where they are. Written as if Jesus Himself is speaking directly to the listener, this devotional inspires and encourages a stronger connect with the creator and living an abundant life in Him. Continue with the other titles in this collection that focus on spiritual growth and dealing with busy days.

Mach dich auf den Weg in die Stadt des großen Königs und begleite den kleinen Pilger auf seiner unvergesslichen Reise! Der Klassiker Die Pilgerreise von John Bunyan, seit Jahrhunderten bei Jung und Alt beliebt, wird hier ganz neu und liebevoll als gekürzte Ausgabe für Kinder aufbereitet. Mit spannenden Texten und wunderschönen, detailreichen Zeichnungen handelt es sich hier um ein hochwertiges Buch für Familien. Jedes Kapitel schließt mit einer erläuternden Zusammenfassung.

Sara’s rival, Robyn, has always been on the cutting edge of popularity. But can she keep life from cutting her to shreds? Sara’s senior year forces her to make difficult decisions: college, horse shows, friends, boyfriends. One of the toughest challenges involves her horse, Shooting Star, who developed a fear of water after rescuing Sara from her ocean suicide attempt at the end of her junior year (Riptide). Jumping events are out, but can Sara compete in a new trail event that includes a water obstacle if Star is terrified? Last year, gorgeous newcomer Robyn stole Sara’s boyfriend, ...

Avec gratitude et reconnaissance, je dédie ce livre au révérend Martin Luther King pour son courage et son héroïsme mis au service des idéaux de la Grande Fraternité Universelle. Puisse son âme devenir un joyau étincelant sur la couronne de l’humanité du Christ. Puisse son œuvre continuer à inspirer les hommes de bonne volonté et à semer la confusion et la honte dans les rangs, si nombreux, de ceux qui sous des apparences de juste, militent en secret pour la ségrégation, l’exclusion, la persécution de toutes les minorités.

The Bible: Enter Here opens the door to God’s word by breathing new life into key Bible stories, retelling them in a fresh, fun, and relatable way. You’ll discover that the Bible is packed with drama, suspense, and even humor. You’ll see that the Bible’s main characters were real people, with the same flaws, fears, and dreams you have, and most importantly, you’ll learn how Jesus’ teachings are vital to your life today.

The Wisdom On… series is a collection of short books making practical application of wisdom literature and other Scripture on a variety of topics facing students. The series is designed to help students apply biblical principals of wisdom to everyday circumstances. Each book is a collection of case studies, key Scriptures, interactive activities, and helpful insights to assist teenagers in their growth of wisdom.

God doesn't need your help. But He definitely wants it. Let’s face it. God is God, and there isn’t a single problem in the universe that He can’t solve. But the fact is, God gave each of us unique talents for a reason. When we offer up the gifts He’s given us, He will transform them into something bigger than we could have ever imagined. He might even work a miracle, like turning one lunch into a meal for 5,000 people. Or turning Austin Gutwein’s favorite hobby into an international AIDS relief organization.

Dream come true? Or disaster? When I got cast in Les Miserables, alongside Isaac, my not-so-secret crush, I thought I'd made it. But it wasn't all it’s cracked up to be. You see, I have to sing my true feelings of rejection in front of the entire school. Plan B. If I can get my brother’s best friend to agree to be my boyfriend, maybe I won’t look like an idiot in front of everyone. But there’s a huge problem. I can’t ignore my feelings for Isaac, and the more time we spend practicing, the stronger my feelings get. If I can’t cool things off with Isaac and start something new ...

Teens are busy exploring the world and their place within it. Many of them wonder about their purpose in life. They’re concerned about the environment and all the world’s problems, but they feel powerless to change anything because they’re just regular teenagers - right? Wrong. Some of the greatest changemakers in history were ordinary people who took small steps that led them to extraordinary things. Young people can start their journey now to becoming a hero in their own lives and change the world for the better.

This book seeks to help teens understand clearly the answer to that question. Dr. Phil Huebner writes from his extensive experience with teens and families as he takes teens back to the facts of Christianity. This book will help teens to understand that their identity can be found in Jesus Christ and the facts of who he is, what he has done, and what he has said. Those facts will provide a sure foundation for life and in turn will bring true feelings of happiness, joy, and peace. Teens who listen to this book will find help in living with certainty and confidence.

A stranger walks into a restaurant and has an even stranger request - a meal in exchange for a song. Would you be willing to help someone even though you know they could never repay you? One couple did, and what they received was so much more than what they gave.

A Teen's Guide to Christian Living takes a refreshing look at real faith in God and how it sustains the younger believer through the ups and downs of life. As teens cope with the pain and fear of divorced parents, broken or abusive relationships, illness, or simply the pressures of everyday living, this book will help to keep them on solid ground and gain a deeper understanding of their faith.