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The Book is what I call a fresh and modern way of looking at the Book of Revelation using descriptions and terms that make it easier for people of this day and age to gain insight into its end of days prophecies.

The Book is what I call a fresh and modern way of looking at the Book of Revelation using descriptions and terms that make it easier for people of this day and age to gain insight into its end of days prophecies.

Isaiah 2:4
"And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more." AKJV (Psalms 67:4).

The Holy Bible is the most widely distributed, least understood book in the history of creation. Due to early understandings and handed down traditions of world renowned teachers, the Holy Bible was falsely interpreted in many areas (James 3:1-6). To this day, many of the past, incorrect teachings are still being upheld and taught (2 Peter 3:15-16). The spreading of misinformation, throughout the world, has failed the masses (Jeremiah 8:8-16, Matthew 7:24-27, Romans 2:24-25).
Since the beginning of time, mankind has searched for the meaning and purpose of life, to gain understanding of the very purpose of existence (Acts 17:21-23). Knowing the true destiny of humanity enlightens the conscience in the way of true reality (Luke 11:34-36). Discovering the very origin and voyages of life, removes all non essential searching. Oneness with the origin of life, brings one to a place of true comfort and healing for the entire body (Proverbs 3:7-10, 22).
Humanity is more than ever before seeking connectivity and oneness with alien spirits of higher dimensions, energies, forces of the earth, universe and realms beyond (Deuteronomy 4:19, 2 Chronicles 28:22-23, Daniel 12:4, Romans 1:25). The existence and condition of the creation before the earth was created, the realm beyond the universe, the fulfillment of the destiny that awaits mankind, causes of the human condition are made known. Is GOD MALE AND FEMALE? This book clearly and thoroughly brings out the revelent facts of such topics and much more (Jeremiah 33:2-3).
This book, without leaving any doubts, reveals how to invoke and have proper communion with THE CREATOR, how THE CREATOR is blessing, saving, glorifying the Gentiles (Romans 3:29-30) and how GOD chooses HIS first fruits (Leviticus 27:32).
Inspiration received is to provide true doctrine which leads to understanding (Luke 24:28-32), regarding matters such as transcendency through fire, the milllenial ages, the last days etc. Understanding numerical cycles, values, patterns, alignments, as written in the Holy Bible, unlocks essential information regarding the physical and spiritual purposes for life on earth. This work explains relationships between humanity and the unseen spirit, alien world, the generations, closing of the ages, the afterlife (John 5:1-4, Acts 1:9-11, Revelation 3:21).
For the first time in history, many unknown mysteries of THE CREATOR, hidden from ages past, are made known (Isaiah 46:9-10, Ephesians 1:3-10). THE VISION OF THE CREATOR consists of the revealing of HIS very CHARACTER and works, through HIS creation (Psalm 22:19-25, Jonah 2:2-10). Proof of what the writings of the Holy Bible actually reveal, through the SPIRIT of the letters, is obtainable in this must read book (John 6:63, Ephesians 3:1-9).

Revelation 21:4
"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away." AKJV (Psalm 22:27-31).

This transformational model (Matt 22:37-39) is focused on Community Relational Soul Care that has been lived out through generations of relational soul caregivers since 1910. This book will bring spiritual vitality full circle for today to heal hurting people. Scripture reveals Jesus Christ is the Helper, Advocate, and Counselor, to help His children gain wisdom for spiritual vitality. Dr. Larsen observed hurting people did not get fully healed after counseling. They fell back into old ways of living because they did not know their identity, had a relationship with Jesus Christ, experienced God, and were nurtured by His people. Relational soul caregivers mentor careseekers in and out of community (Matt 18:20) to restore God's children in spiritual wisdom for the fulfillment of His plan. Relational soul caregivers are mentors who study God's Word and have a relationship with Him. Some mentors have professional degrees, but they all share a collective focus on Jesus Christ, love one another, and help nurture others to spiritual vitality. Using this biblical model with acrostics RELATE (relational soul caregivers that nurture others spiritually, mentally, and emotionally) and RESTORE (restoring God's children through the basic study of His Word in the Epistles 1, 2, 3, John), reveal examples of God's people helping each other to spiritual vitality. Healing emerges in relationships with God, others, and God-centered self in Community Relational Soul Care.

FOR CENTURIES, it has been told that the Holy Ark of Noah rests hidden high on the magnificence of Mount Ararat. Unknowingly within it, a five thousand year old mystery awaits to be discovered, a secret which throughout time has only been realized by a chosen few. Through dreams and prophecies, a geologist becomes entwined in the oldest and greatest mystery of all time, plunging him into a series of amazing adventures. The Keys of Noah follows Justis Burwell on his perilous quest towards the near impossible task that is innocently bestowed upon him. He becomes aware that in ancient times, Noah possessed two keys: one made from a unique special gold and the other a thing of wonder! As Justis wades deeper into the lake of fascination and intrigue, he comes to the realization that there is possibly something on the Ark that wasn't supposed to be there. Will it be Justis's destiny to be the one who solves the intricate age-old puzzle that has eluded everyone else for millennia-or will it be the one who seeks to destroy him who prevails and fulfills the Hope of Shem? Will divine providence allow Noah's ancient secret of the keys to come to light in today's world, and does the phantom secret within the inner sanctum of the Ark have a secret of its own?

California PI Jackson Douglas intends to sleep half of his thirtieth birthday away. After all, it's just another painful reminder of the tragedy his life has become, and avoidance seems to be the only coping mechanism that works. But plans change when Jackson is contacted by his neighbor Connie and a valley girl named Shay, both of whom want to hire him. He reluctantly takes their cases, and while both seem harmless enough, he can't shake the feeling that things are not what they appear. Jackson's ambiguous misgivings finally begin to take shape when Shay disappears. Jackson spends a hectic night chasing across Los Angeles, using every resource available to help Shay while simultaneously seeking to unravel the elusive truth about her identity. The search thrusts him into a decade-old feud between rival LA gangs, repeatedly putting his life in danger and forcing him into decisions that could change his life forever. Only when morning breaks does Jackson realize his cases are intertwined, leading to a showdown with a gang leader while everyone's life hangs in the balance.

Are you trying your best to be a good parent but questioning if your best is good enough? When it comes to parenting, it's not a one-size-fits-all world. Just as each child is uniquely created, an approach can be tailored that is a custom fit for each child. The keys to forming that perfect fit are reliance on the Holy Spirit and the Word. Be assured that there is a spiritual battle being waged for the lives of believers' children. Remaining oblivious to the war practically ensures defeat. Children need us to be guardian warriors who boldly take authority and do what is necessary to avoid the snares, lures, and landmines that have been set for them. The war can be won without instilling fear. In fact, fear is one of the enemy's favorite weapons, so fearful parents are playing right into his hands. By discovering the basis for fear, it can be rooted out and replaced by faith and peace.

Are you trying your best to be a good parent but questioning if your best is good enough? When it comes to parenting, it's not a one-size-fits-all world. Just as each child is uniquely created, an approach can be tailored that is a custom fit for each child. The keys to forming that perfect fit are reliance on the Holy Spirit and the Word. Be assured that there is a spiritual battle being waged for the lives of believers' children. Remaining oblivious to the war practically ensures defeat. Children need us to be guardian warriors who boldly take authority and do what is necessary to avoid the snares, lures, and landmines that have been set for them. The war can be won without instilling fear. In fact, fear is one of the enemy's favorite weapons, so fearful parents are playing right into his hands. By discovering the basis for fear, it can be rooted out and replaced by faith and peace.

The Condensed Word of God offers succinct summaries of the Bible¿s books¿chapter by chapter. These straightforwardly worded paragraphs, grouped by biblical book and numbered by chapter, give the reader a clear sense of each chapter in the Bible. These summaries can substitute for a sustained reading of the Bible or they can provide insights for one to use as guides for Bible reading. The one exception to this approach is Revelation. As the Introduction notes, Revelation 22:19 pronounces a judgment: ¿If anyone takes words away from this book of prophecy, God will take away from him his share in the tree of life and in the holy city.¿ For this reason, The Condensed Word of God suggests reading this biblical book from one¿s chosen translation. Summaries naturally are shorter than their sources and set aside some of the sources¿ details. Even so, The Condensed Word of God gives a clear sense of each chapter¿s main points. This is clear when one compares the widely beloved Psalm 23 with the summary in The Condensed Word of God: ¿The Lord is my shepherd, and he takes care of me. He comforts me from death and from my enemies, and I shall dwell with him forever.¿ Whether one desires a companion for one¿s study of the full text of the Bible or one seeks an approachable distillation of the Bible¿s main themes, The Condensed Word of God will meet one¿s expectations, providing easy access to the Bible¿s nearly innumerable high points.

The Condensed Word of God offers succinct summaries of the Bible¿s books¿chapter by chapter. These straightforwardly worded paragraphs, grouped by biblical book and numbered by chapter, give the reader a clear sense of each chapter in the Bible. These summaries can substitute for a sustained reading of the Bible or they can provide insights for one to use as guides for Bible reading. The one exception to this approach is Revelation. As the Introduction notes, Revelation 22:19 pronounces a judgment: ¿If anyone takes words away from this book of prophecy, God will take away from him his share in the tree of life and in the holy city.¿ For this reason, The Condensed Word of God suggests reading this biblical book from one¿s chosen translation. Summaries naturally are shorter than their sources and set aside some of the sources¿ details. Even so, The Condensed Word of God gives a clear sense of each chapter¿s main points. This is clear when one compares the widely beloved Psalm 23 with the summary in The Condensed Word of God: ¿The Lord is my shepherd, and he takes care of me. He comforts me from death and from my enemies, and I shall dwell with him forever.¿ Whether one desires a companion for one¿s study of the full text of the Bible or one seeks an approachable distillation of the Bible¿s main themes, The Condensed Word of God will meet one¿s expectations, providing easy access to the Bible¿s nearly innumerable high points.

The requirements of a Christian disciple incredibly parallel those of a martial artist. We were all born to be fighters. Its a fight to overcome temptation to do wrong and temptation not to do right. Lets train together through the pages of this book.

It is of strategic importance for international students and scholars to come under the umbrella of global missions. The author is convinced there is need for a paradigm shift in global missions. With over one million international students from practically every country on the face of the earth, many being Christian, having come to the U.S. for their higher education, we cannot afford to waste this golden opportunity. Reasons will be provided why this is our divine "moment" in history for Christian leadership to rise up and take action. The potential is there for us to create a tremendous impact for Christ on nations which in the past have been difficult to reach. God works in mysterious ways and this has to be one of them. It is imperative that we get with God's program and focus on: ¿ identifying Christian international students soon after their arrival on campus. ¿ training them Biblically and theologically. ¿ equipping them for their return home. ¿ following them up after their return with support. Documentation is provided, some from missionaries themselves, showing that properly trained Christian international students after returning home are much more effective than traditional foreign missionaries. Reasons why are clearly and with great conviction provided. However, we still need traditional foreign missionaries because of the fields being white unto harvest but the laborers are few. The reader will be fascinated by the illustrations of those Christian international students who returned home to accomplish feats for God on a scale that never before had been thought possible.

It is of strategic importance for international students and scholars to come under the umbrella of global missions. The author is convinced there is need for a paradigm shift in global missions. With over one million international students from practically every country on the face of the earth, many being Christian, having come to the U.S. for their higher education, we cannot afford to waste this golden opportunity. Reasons will be provided why this is our divine "moment" in history for Christian leadership to rise up and take action. The potential is there for us to create a tremendous impact for Christ on nations which in the past have been difficult to reach. God works in mysterious ways and this has to be one of them. It is imperative that we get with God's program and focus on: ¿ identifying Christian international students soon after their arrival on campus. ¿ training them Biblically and theologically. ¿ equipping them for their return home. ¿ following them up after their return with support. Documentation is provided, some from missionaries themselves, showing that properly trained Christian international students after returning home are much more effective than traditional foreign missionaries. Reasons why are clearly and with great conviction provided. However, we still need traditional foreign missionaries because of the fields being white unto harvest but the laborers are few. The reader will be fascinated by the illustrations of those Christian international students who returned home to accomplish feats for God on a scale that never before had been thought possible.

A mother of four young children suddenly abandons them without a trace. No reassuring words are spoken to them by their father, who is bereft at the loss of his wife while he struggles to manage his crops. He asks his mother to take the children or they go to the orphanage. However, a new disruption in the form of a mail-order stepmother adds even more turmoil and emotional harm to their lives several years later. Written as a personal memoir, Mary Jo describes her path to finding forgiveness and peace through her strong faith in Jesus Christ. She poignantly describes the fortitude and courage it took to escape her difficult childhood, which eventually led her to becoming a mother herself, while maintaining a sense of strength and enduring hope.

Your child will be delighted by the captivating pictures of the animal characters and engaged by the amusing plots of their fast-paced escapades in Book of Ten Phonics Stories. Will Sam, the cat, ever find Mac, the rat? Will Lox, the fox cop, catch up with Ross, the hog? These outstanding phonics stories will help your child to make the transition from reading memorized pattern books to reading beginning readers.

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Is God still the same today as He was in the past? That is a big question for people today. It seems that people do not see God working in thier lives or the lives of people around them. In 2 Chronicles 20:16-21 God gave the children of Israel directions on where to go and then He said something that I'm sure they didn't understand. "You will not need to fight, just stand still and see the salvation of the Lord." He said go to this place and position yourselves and watch Me do what only I can do. Just stand still and watch. Will we do that? Will we believe that God can and will defeat our enemies for us? Will we position ourselves where we can watch God do what only He can do?

You search out my path and my lying down and are acquainted with all my ways. Even before a word is on my tongue, behold, O LORD, you know it altogether. You hem me in, behind and before, and lay your hand upon me. -Psalms 139:3-5 The sovereignty of God. Actively working. Every day. In every way. And He is actively working in you - you who believe in Jesus! The Gospel of Christ, seeing God's sovereignty within salvation and now also within our lives, this study should help you see the glory of Christ in your daily walk of faith. Salvation is not a one-time event, and I challenge conventional wisdom -- it is not solely because of your or my efforts. For it is a gift of grace through faith given by God. For beneath our faith in Jesus is God's active working within our hearts. Now with the Holy Spirit living within us, He works daily in us to the council of His will toward, in, and through us - giving us His grace, wisdom, and comfort each day. This book, with the Bible in hand, highlights scriptures - with my comments as a flashlight - to showcase the glory of God and to help reveal to believers and seekers alike the high value of Jesus!

THE MISSION OF THIS BOOK. To warn the reader as to when the season of the end begins. To present the signs, the events, and the warnings that Jesus tells us in Matthew 24. And as believers in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, to present our required responses. To our actions required, Jesus spells out to us what we need to see, what to know, and then what to do when the time of the end approaches.

As a believer, you are God's temple, and His Spirit lives in you! Amazingly, God was thinking of you when He designed the original tabernacle and temple where He temporarily resided and where the Jewish people worshiped and interacted with Him, receiving numerous blessings along the way. In The Real House of God, learn how you have always been the desired abode of God, designed along the same pattern as the tabernacle and the temple. Learn how sin created a veil that separated you from God until Jesus Christ came to Earth to lead a perfect, sin-free life and sacrificed His life for you, in the process ripping apart the veil. As a result, an avenue has been opened for God to freely live within you and to have a permanent close relationship with you through His Holy Spirit. The Real House of God provides a detailed description of the design of the tabernacle and temple and their contents and what they symbolize in relation to you, and gives practical tools as to how you can use the similarities to unleash the power of the Holy Spirit of God within you to learn how to walk daily with God and accrue His blessings. Learn how the person of the Holy Spirit helps you to overcome bondages, obstacles, and storms in your life to become supernaturally excellent and to live the extraordinary life God desires for you.

So why write a book about the life of a military spouse and how I navigated through this lifestyle. After 35 years of counseling, mentoring, adjusting, re-defining, adapting, sacrificing, suffering, overcoming, championing, rising and succeeding, I felt it necessary to note pen to paper to give validation to the many spouses that have also survived. I also wanted to provide a realistic view and insights that will bring hope to the many spouses currently living the life and for those to come. Does the day to day routine of life cause for a feeling of being overwhelmed, overlooked, or unappreciated? Has the indoctrination into a new culture and lifestyle shift appear to be daunting? Triumphant in the Trenches will empower, enlighten, and inspire you to take authority over your situation and rise to be triumphant in every area of your life.

What happens when you breathe your last breath? Where do you go when you die? Will you still be you? How will you feel after you stop breathing? Will you still have emotions? Will the pain that brought you to death cease? Will there be joy? Or what about regrets or sorrow? You may ask, 'Will I still exist?' 'Will I still know who I am?' If so, 'will I be alone? Or will others be with me? In Heaven? Or worse, will I be In hell?' So, you say, 'I lived a good life. Am I going to Heaven? God will see I did more good things than bad.' OK, so how do you know how living a good life is measured, assuming God judges and not you? Or even that good works are the requirements for what God requires to enter Heaven? And then to the test question, what makes you say what you say? Do we hope this is what happens, or does God offer insight through the Bible? This study is unto life, eternal life with Jesus. Solomon declares that 'the day of one's death is better than the day of birth.' (Ecclesiastes 7:1) To the world's thinking, they would say, 'that is weird; how can this be?' Are you now curious about what the Bible says about what happens when a Christian dies? Are you drawn to ask yourself, 'what do I really think and thus believe will happen when I die?' Come. Bring your Bible, a highlighter, pen and paper, and an open heart, and let's journey together to see what the Bible says about eternal life with and in Jesus. Having my wife's recent passing from life to life, she will be our guide in reference as I strive to ask the questions you may ask about what happens next. Ready to start?

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This is a story of one family's faith, strengthened in the face of tragedy. When their youngest daughter was diagnosed with a rare form of childhood cancer, they were faced with the choice to abandon or embrace their faith. Share their journey in these pages and be inspired to awaken or deepen your faith.

This is a story of one family's faith, strengthened in the face of tragedy. When their youngest daughter was diagnosed with a rare form of childhood cancer, they were faced with the choice to abandon or embrace their faith. Share their journey in these pages and be inspired to awaken or deepen your faith.

Some years ago a respected pediatrician gifted author Rev. Dr. Marlene Louise Walters, his precious heirloom crucifix. But at the time of the gift, she couldn't remember where she had crossed paths with this well-known man, who died soon after their encounter. In A Crucifix, Walters shares the story of this crucifix and the adventure it presented to unveil the reason for this gift given by this curious visitor. The odyssey expands through years of anecdotes during her life in experiences as Walters seeks to discover the mystery of the keepsake. Her unanticipated journey interrupts her domesticated life with ferocious intrusion. It began with allowiing abortions for the disabled and ends with allowing doctors to assist in suicide. Throughout this memoir, she conronicles her quest to discover why a respected Delaware pediatrician, someone she barely knew, would give his family crucifix to her. A Crucifix journeys through a variety of settings questioning many ethical controversies, creating support groups, inspiring families in grief and finding agape love in unusual settings.

Prayer Pattern was written to Encourage, Equip, and Empower the Believer to come into the full knowledge of who they are in Christ. With this knowledge, the Believer can victoriously overcome personal, family, health and financial circumstances. For those dealing with challenging or long-standing situations, this book is A MUST READ. Prayer Pattern is a God-given strategy that helped our family break through a 30 year issue. Now, we are walking in the victory that Christ secured for us over 2000 years ago. Be encouraged, help is on the way!

A bitter squabble over a tradesman's inheritance. A frightened man, on the run, trying to evade unseen persons to keep them from stealing that same inheritance. First century privaate detective, Jake Jezreel, has been hired to step in between these two fighting factions. But when you're in the middle, Jake discovers there is no place to hide. In Jake Jezreel's latest adventure, "The Wreck of the Flagship Octavian", the detective is swept up into an investigation much greater than he ever could have imagined. The ensuing struggle over the inheritance explodes into a brawl with a violent gang, a precision Roman military raid, and a frantic, climactic chase through the windy streets of Jerusalem. Hannukah is the backdrop of this adventure, with the icy winds of December intruding into all the twists and turns of this intricate tale. In all of his tough choices along the way, Jake's faith is greatly tested. Living the Christian life in amongst the many evils of worldly society "ain't easy". Time and time again, during this investigation, Jake must depend, moment by moment, upon the powerful wisdom of God. Who will finally get the inheritance? What claim do the Romans have over the disputed inheritance? What is the trap that Jake finally springs to capture the evildoers? The tale of "The Wreck of the Flagship Octavian" will draw all these loose ends together in a final, dramatic conclusion.

So why write a book about the life of a military spouse and how I navigated through this lifestyle. After 35 years of counseling, mentoring, adjusting, re-defining, adapting, sacrificing, suffering, overcoming, championing, rising and succeeding, I felt it necessary to note pen to paper to give validation to the many spouses that have also survived. I also wanted to provide a realistic view and insights that will bring hope to the many spouses currently living the life and for those to come. Does the day to day routine of life cause for a feeling of being overwhelmed, overlooked, or unappreciated? Has the indoctrination into a new culture and lifestyle shift appear to be daunting? Triumphant in the Trenches will empower, enlighten, and inspire you to take authority over your situation and rise to be triumphant in every area of your life.

Do you live life that others may make much of you, or that they might make much of another? Do you point endlessly to you, or do you in every way point to Jesus Christ? John the Baptist understood that he must diminish as Jesus came onto the scene, simply for this reason: it was all about him - it was all about Jesus. Just as a friend of the bridegroom wouldn't become jealous or enraged when the bridegroom's time had come, and all attention was now paid to the bridegroom instead, so John understood that he must not become jealous of the ministry of the Christ. Imagine if a friend of a bridegroom at a wedding would, in the middle of the ceremony, stand up and make a scene to draw attention because no one was looking at him. How could they all be looking at the bridegroom on this day, and not at him? His would be a misplaced estimation of who the day is all about. God created everything for himself, yet we live our lives much like we are no friend of the bridegroom, as if we are no lovers of the living God. We strive endlessly over possessions, and we don't possess him, nor do we care to. We care more that we have been dishonored than that we have dishonored him, and horrifically so. We care more that others might recognize our gifts and talents than we are concerned that we use them for the purposes for which he gave them to us. We live lives out of fear rather than out of confidence in him, and in this we betray the name. Again, we look only inward. We still live and talk as though it is all about us. We still have desires that are all about us. The flesh is not yet sanctified and is not fully given over to him. This is a herald's call to become less so that he might become more in us, through us, and in the world. This is a call for many to become true friends of the bridegroom. This is a call to become willing to be forgotten, so that he might be remembered forever. This is a call to find my joy completed only when and once it is completed in him.

Have you asked who the son of God really is and what we are to do about it? Have you ever wondered how the beauty of God is felt in the human heart? Have you been so weary that your strength has died? Or with all the wealth, why is life still empty? Have you ever wondered why our homes went through a bad storm, such as Tropical Storm Harvey? How was Gods mercy there? Or has your church been through so much youve lost hope? Who can be the one that rises up? Or has your present blindfolded your future that youve walked through a forbidden love and God whispered unto you, Let go of it today, knowing it will be the most painful thing youll ever face so far? What is there left of you then? Or what if youve been trying to decide to become Gods own but is having doubts because life didnt turn out to be the way you dreamed for yourself? Well, dont give in to lifes bombshells because Michelle C. Rodriguez is bringing you thirty poems with devotions, along with Bible scripture references, where youll hear the whispers that God is a living Lord and King in everything and everywhere, who loves and who cares and has been looking for ways to capture your attention to bless you. You will be beyond inspired to believe when you thought you just wanted to give up after your soul collapsed.

You search out my path and my lying down and are acquainted with all my ways. Even before a word is on my tongue, behold, O LORD, you know it altogether. You hem me in, behind and before, and lay your hand upon me. -Psalms 139:3-5 The sovereignty of God. Actively working. Every day. In every way. And He is actively working in you - you who believe in Jesus! The Gospel of Christ, seeing God's sovereignty within salvation and now also within our lives, this study should help you see the glory of Christ in your daily walk of faith. Salvation is not a one-time event, and I challenge conventional wisdom -- it is not solely because of your or my efforts. For it is a gift of grace through faith given by God. For beneath our faith in Jesus is God's active working within our hearts. Now with the Holy Spirit living within us, He works daily in us to the council of His will toward, in, and through us - giving us His grace, wisdom, and comfort each day. This book, with the Bible in hand, highlights scriptures - with my comments as a flashlight - to showcase the glory of God and to help reveal to believers and seekers alike the high value of Jesus!

THE MISSION OF THIS BOOK. To warn the reader as to when the season of the end begins. To present the signs, the events, and the warnings that Jesus tells us in Matthew 24. And as believers in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, to present our required responses. To our actions required, Jesus spells out to us what we need to see, what to know, and then what to do when the time of the end approaches.

In the town of Galesburg, Illinois, a storm is coming. Not a storm of rain and lightning but a storm of evil. It is two weeks until Halloween, and the city is celebrating its undefeated high school football team, led by its unnaturally amazing superstar quarterback, Clayton Stoneking. Football frenzy has overtaken everyone. However, the joy of celebration has also blinded the town from the darkness that has crept in unseen. Meanwhile, a pastor by the name of Jack McKenzie, who was loved by the community, is found murdered, with no clue as to who did it or why. James "Convert" Madsen, a man whose life was changed by Jack; Aaron Clark, a youth pastor who had been mentored by Jack; and Emma Ironside, a local newspaper reporter who attends Jack's church, come together in order to find and bring to justice Jack's murderer. Those three, as well as four of Aaron's students, delve into the mystery of what happened and begin to realize that things run deeper than they could have possibly imagined as they discover the Scarlet. This is a story of thrills, mystery, faith, belief, and heart. It shows the depths that evil will take to destroy and the ability of goodness to overcome all that confronts it. Even though the darkness can be great, there is always a greater light that shines through.

Jesus answered him, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God." -John 3:3 'What does being Born Again mean?' 'Who can become Born Again?' 'How do I become Born Again?' 'Is belief in God the same as being Born Again?' Jesus spent the last three years of His life on Earth sharing the Good News of the Gospel. And yet, the world did not receive Him or His message of eternal life. But today, by God's grace - through faith, if you believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, as Peter proclaimed in Matthew 16:16, and that He died for the forgiveness of your sins, your faith in Jesus as Lord and Savior, by the work of the Holy Spirit, brings you to the wisdom of life in and through Jesus. Within this handbook, I ask once again the questions you may ask regarding your gift of faith - i.e., salvation in Jesus. What does it mean to be Born Again? To be 'saved,' to have true faith, and to live in Jesus, and He in you? So again, bring your pen and highlighter, and join me as I share the Bible's words with you toward your new life in Jesus!

What happens when you breathe your last breath? Where do you go when you die? Will you still be you? How will you feel after you stop breathing? Will you still have emotions? Will the pain that brought you to death cease? Will there be joy? Or what about regrets or sorrow? You may ask, 'Will I still exist?' 'Will I still know who I am?' If so, 'will I be alone? Or will others be with me? In Heaven? Or worse, will I be In hell?' So, you say, 'I lived a good life. Am I going to Heaven? God will see I did more good things than bad.' OK, so how do you know how living a good life is measured, assuming God judges and not you? Or even that good works are the requirements for what God requires to enter Heaven? And then to the test question, what makes you say what you say? Do we hope this is what happens, or does God offer insight through the Bible? This study is unto life, eternal life with Jesus. Solomon declares that 'the day of one's death is better than the day of birth.' (Ecclesiastes 7:1) To the world's thinking, they would say, 'that is weird; how can this be?' Are you now curious about what the Bible says about what happens when a Christian dies? Are you drawn to ask yourself, 'what do I really think and thus believe will happen when I die?' Come. Bring your Bible, a highlighter, pen and paper, and an open heart, and let's journey together to see what the Bible says about eternal life with and in Jesus. Having my wife's recent passing from life to life, she will be our guide in reference as I strive to ask the questions you may ask about what happens next. Ready to start?

A woman thinks with her heart, and a man thinks with his logic. As the bride of Jesus, we are one with Him in the same way that a husband and wife are united and are become one. When a wife submits her love to her husband, the husband, in all logic, needs to consider her submission, placing it within his heart with all diligence as unto the Lord. Seeking first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness (seeking Christ Jesus ) and all good things will be added unto them.

"God, after He spoke long ago to the fathers in the prophets in many portions and in many ways, in these last days has spoken to us in His Son …" (Hebrews 1:1-2) "but He, having offered one sacrifice for sins for all time, SAT DOWN AT THE RIGHT HAND OF GOD …" (Hebrews 10:12) In Hebrews: It's Not How You Start-It's How You Finish, Dr. Kathy Stewart offers a guide to the most encouraging epistle in the New Testament. Among other things the reader will explore: • Who was Melchizedek, and what is his significance to the doctrine of Hebrews? • Who were the Ebionites? Could they have been the original recipients of the epistle? • What is one possible interpretation of the controversial warning given in Hebrews 6:4-8? • What is the significance of Jesus now sitting at the right hand of God? • Perhaps most importantly-how do the doctrinal truths of the book apply to the believer's struggles with everyday trials? It is hoped that by the conclusion of the book, the reader will not only have grown in their faith but will have a determined resolve to persevere until the end. Because Jesus Christ is better than any created being, that He now serves as our Great High Priest in heaven, and that He has offered Himself as the one final sacrifice for sin, faithful Christians can make it!

Experience life with one arm through twenty-five heartwarming stories. Laugh, gasp, contemplate, and be inspired. ¿ In "Dumbest Question," Becky is asked if she's right-handed or left-handed. ¿ In "Crushed," a stranger says Becky's family must have done something bad for her to have been born with one arm. ¿ In "JFK," Becky's mom writes a letter to the president of the United States and gets a response. ¿ In "Friday Night Lights," Becky's dad manufactures a prosthetic hand using the mechanism from an ice-cream scooper. ¿ In "Bionic Woman," the Six Million-Dollar Man comes to Becky's rescue. ¿ In "Capitol Hill," a United States Congressman helps Becky when her arm activates security alarms in Washington, D.C. One Smile, One Arm-You may never look at a normal day the same again!

It has taken a couple decades to finally put this book into print. Readers will find a to-the-point book describing how to experience the "new birth" for one's self. The new birth is explained, and then exact directions on experiencing being born from above are given. The final section describes how the new birth is lived out in day-to-day life.

En este libro encontrara una gran variedad de consejos Bíblicos para éxito con amistades amigos (as), en el noviazgo el matrimonio y cuando tenga hijos. Aquí aprenderá no solo a conocer a su futura pareja, también sabrá como ser usted la persona adecuada para su conyugue. La intención de Dios al dirigirme a escribir, es de que las personas no entren a relaciones sin conocimiento de las áreas morales y espirituales que necesitan preparación antes de dar el SI. Incluso al leer este libro muchos descubrirán que los problemas que enfrentan en su hogar tienen solución y no es el divorcio. Con temor de Dios trataremos áreas del matrimonio que Dios quiere que usted sepa en referencia a las finanzas, la comunicación, la intimidad y mucho mas. Si está pensando en casarse este libro es para usted, si hay conflicto en su matrimonio o quiere mejorar léalo, aún mejor; con su conyugue. También hemos incluido una gama de testimonios reales que le afirmaran su fe. Aquí Dios nos enseña cómo romper con las cadenas de divorcio y fracaso que acosan a cantidades de buenas familias, de todas razas, credo y estado social. Este libro es un pequeño manual sacado del gran manual de Dios (la Biblia) que tiene por objetivo edificar familias de éxito y transformar conflictos familiares en oportunidades para el triunfo, la paz y el bienestar familiar.

It seems most peculiar; yes, rather strange - That a bird, on a bitter branch might remain And more joyfully in winter months, long, Sing an elaborate, even a beautiful song. But such a bird is this one who can write, Who can attest that even though dark as night, His maker has given him a songbook of praise, To endure as a joyful sound, all days that remain. What you are holding is a songbook. It is a different kind of songbook, for it was birthed in the darkest of night and the coldest of winter. And while it is readily in itself an instrument of praise, it also provides a foundation for other song-makers, or, shall we say, those who receive songs from God Most High. For who can sing unless God himself provides song? This is a book for sufferers. It is for those who are enduring affliction or those who just have air filling their lungs from time to time (recognizing that all will invariably suffer). This is a book for those with questions. It is for those who wonder what God (if there is one) is doing as they sit on a branch that scrapes them endlessly with rough and bitter bark. The branch is aflame, crumbling underneath, and ready to give way. How can we find song in such a tormenting and uncertain darkness? How can we be as the rare bird who actually finds reason for song in winter?

What if God spoke to you in an audible voice? What if you saw an image of Jesus Christ on the Cross in a mirror and it delivered you from demonic oppression? What if you had seen these great miracles? Would your life still be the same? What if you have absolute proof of the existence of God and you want to share that with the World? This book is designed to help you witness to others about the existence of God and how they can be saved. From the testimony of the author to the other seven great proofs for the existence of God, you will find many scientific answers to prove the existence of God and how to use them to witness to those who just do not believe, and even to the hardened atheist that will use "straw men" to trip you up in your witness. This is a book every Christian and non-believer alike should read and study!

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Have you reached a point of darkness in your life that has taken away your ability to have hope for your future? Have you seemingly been sentenced to a dark prison cell due to illness, depression, addiction, or your own sin? David, a man after God's own heart, experienced such times in his walk with God. Not only was his life one of extreme ups and downs, he was capable of communicating the realness of his experiences and feelings to God like no other figure in the Bible. Whether David was soaring on the heights of a military victory or despairing for his life, he never stopped talking to God with an unrestricted honesty and depth. This is the way that God wants us to talk with Him, real and raw. The Psalms reflect the way to commune with the loving Father. New Psalms and Other Thoughts embodies this desire. Royalties from the sale of the book will be donated to the Edgewood Children's Ranch in Orlando, Florida.

Storm clouds looming above? Feeling overwhelmed by the crisis you are experiencing? Where can we turn for help when dark storm clouds are hovering above, threatening to turn our world upside down? Do we retreat and hide from the world? Or is there another option? Stormy Weather suggests that we retreat to the word of God where we are assured that God is our refuge and a present help in times of troubles. Stormy Weather is a guide to help you weather the storms of life. Whether it is a storm threatening your finances, your marriage, your job, health, or your relationships; no matter what kind of storm you are facing, Stormy Weather will help you to embrace the crisis and rise above the threatening waves that are trying to overtake you. Whether you are in a storm or fresh out of one, you will be reminded that God promises to be with us through it all. "Stormy Weather has become a part of my morning worship. Although it sounds strange to imply that the storms of life are welcomed-as Rudd compellingly reveals-the truth is that they're necessary and guaranteed, so I am learning to embrace by faith. I love the combination of personal testimony, Scripture, songs, and powerful declarative statements captured in this guidebook. This is an inspiring testimony of the power of revealing vulnerability and an excellent tool for ushering in the spirit of the Lord." -Danielle Price, Teach Director, Antioch Baptist Church

Some years ago a respected pediatrician gifted author Rev. Dr. Marlene Louise Walters, his precious heirloom crucifix. But at the time of the gift, she couldn't remember where she had crossed paths with this well-known man, who died soon after their encounter. In A Crucifix, Walters shares the story of this crucifix and the adventure it presented to unveil the reason for this gift given by this curious visitor. The odyssey expands through years of anecdotes during her life in experiences as Walters seeks to discover the mystery of the keepsake. Her unanticipated journey interrupts her domesticated life with ferocious intrusion. It began with allowiing abortions for the disabled and ends with allowing doctors to assist in suicide. Throughout this memoir, she conronicles her quest to discover why a respected Delaware pediatrician, someone she barely knew, would give his family crucifix to her. A Crucifix journeys through a variety of settings questioning many ethical controversies, creating support groups, inspiring families in grief and finding agape love in unusual settings.

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Before God touched his heart and transformed his life, Rudy Rasmus was a businessman running a "borderline bordello" in Houston. But thousands now know him simply as "Pastor Rudy"-with a downtown ministry at St. John's Church that he and his wife Juanita started to reach out to those who Jesus called "the least of these." TOUCH is the amazing story of Rudy's life and ministry of grace that is changing lives daily. The church has become one of the most culturally diverse congregations in the country with people from every social and economic background, including the homeless, sharing the same pew. Pastor Rudy's message to touch the lives of those in our own communities has a lesson for us all. Pastor Rudy is also a featured contributor to O, The Oprah Magazine-answering questions on ethics and marking one of the few times O has asked a Pastor to serve in this manner.