Contentment infused Makayla Li's marriage to a prosperous stock broker. Betrayal wrapped its dark hands around her heart, squeezing until her entire world shattered before her eyes. Prophecy empowered her spirit, leading her to the man of her dreams. Destiny demands strength and unity from both of them in the odyssey to fight for mankind's redemption. Take a 'Look Inside', become engulfed in a story filled with passion, intrigue and suspense. Spirit is the 3rd book in The Endurance Series. Continuing the tale of the Martinez family, and the spiritual battles they face day to day.
Cooking Is About More Than Putting Food on the Table Cooking is more than just a life skill. It's a way to express caring for others and create the kind of world you want to live in, no matter what's happening outside your kitchen. Even if you're new to cooking, the accessible recipes April May Thomas has chosen won't intimidate you-they will inspire you. Are You Hungry Tonight? is about bringing peace and comfort to others through making food and connecting with friends, family, and soon-to-be friends. It's about softening the stress of life and creating time for and with those you love. In the rush of modern life, it's easy to forget the joys of home-cooked food and the importance of passing these values on to children and grandchildren. April's recipes are meant to help anyone learn to cook at home. Over the past four decades, she has compiled treasured recipes for everything from comfort food to elegant entrées and favorite desserts. Every recipe is a time-tested favorite. This is your chance to share your kitchen with April-your family and friends will thank you!
Karma is making her rounds and death is close behind her... The women of the Martinez family return, however, they are not the damsels in distress that they once were. When the family has to split up in order to help save close friends and family members, they are all put to the challenge, and death must take one of them. The pain of losing a love one can cause insanity. Satan hopes that this will be his one chance to destroy the spiritual warriors of the Martinez family forever. The Endurance Series is a story about one family's personal experience in love, family, and spiritual warfare. In the first book 'Endurance The Power Within' we learn of Mei and the life tragedy that later lead her to victory over negativity and oppression. In the first book we also experience the beginning of Mei and Max's epic love that spreads and transforms those around them to discover the love they have always been searching for, and to live life with a meaningful purpose. Broken is the second book of the series. Some things are meant to be broken when Max and Mei begin their college years they have to learn to work together to be an effective team against the enemy. Spirit is the third book of the series taking you back in time to experience the life changing events that certain family members endured to bring them to their present point in life. Apathy is the fourth book of the series. In the fourth book the family sets out to help the son of a close family friend. Little do they know it will turn out to be a much greater adventure then they had expected. The Endurance Series is a great fun filled book with many unpredictable twist and turns to keep your imagination running with excitement. It is told in a way that will inspire your own sense of adventure and mystery, even stirring up those profound feelings of eternal love. Don't let another day go by with out enjoying this intoxicating story of love and war.
This monograph represents a critical juncture in Thomas studies since it dispels the belief that the Gospel of Thomas originates from gnostic traditions. Rather, Jewish mystical and Hermetic origins are proposed and examined. Following this analysis, the anthropogony and soteriology of Thomas are discussed. The Thomasites taught that they were the elect children of the Father, originating from the Light. The human, however, became unworthy of these luminous beginnings and was separated from the divine when Adam sinned. Now he must purify himself by leading an encratite lifestyle. He is to ascend into heaven, seeking a visio dei which will transform him into his original immortal state and grant him citizenship in the Kingdom.
This book explores the fascinating and enigmatic collection of 114 sayings of Jesus, the 'Gospel of Thomas' that was discovered in the sands of Nag Hammadi, Egypt, in the 1940's. Since its discovery, scholars and the public alike have been intrigued to know what the Gospel says and what light it sheds on the formation of early Christianity. Here, DeConick provides a new English translation of the entire Gospel of Thomas, which includes the original 'kernel' of the Gospel and all the sayings. A unique feature of this book is that translations to the parallels of the Gospel are also included.
Hunter and the hunted Kahlan had no clue that his day would end with his life hanging in the balance. Despite being pushed off of a cliff, Kahlan survived, and now he will hunt down the woman who had the gall to stand up to him. He is not prepared for the untamed passion flowing flawlessly from her, into his heart, changing his life forever.
This book explores the fascinating and enigmatic collection of 114 sayings of Jesus, the 'Gospel of Thomas' that was discovered in the sands of Nag Hammadi, Egypt, in the 1940's. Since its discovery, scholars and the public alike have been intrigued to know what the Gospel says and what light it sheds on the formation of early Christianity. Here, DeConick provides a new English translation of the entire Gospel of Thomas, which includes the original 'kernel' of the Gospel and all the sayings. A unique feature of this book is that translations to the parallels of the Gospel are also included.
This indispensable monograph provides a critical reassessment of the Gospel of Thomas and its origins, focussing on reinterpreting its anthropogony and soteriology. It examines Thomas' indebtedness to Jewish mystical and Hermetic thought rather than gnostic traditions.
The day could not get any more difficult for Cressida dash. She is forced to defend a harden criminal which she believes is guilty, and she is deeply disturbed when her father displays a dark side of himself that she had never seen before. Her love life is not any better. After being stood up by a blind date, she has had enough and Cressida finds solace at the bottom of a bottle of rum. Before she can comprehend what is happening to her, she falls off of her barstool into the awaiting arms of Maxwell Martinez. Maxwell has his hands full dealing with the family business, as well as his family's life long spiritual mission to defend humanity against Satan and his legion of insidious demons. When Cressida crosses his path he soon realizes their encounter means so much more. Cressida doesn't realize the danger she is in. Her father has offered her soul to Satan. Maxwell will have to act fast to break the contract and open her eyes to the truth, but he has no idea what he is getting himself into.
From early Viking explorers to reindeer herders and busy city-dwellers, the people of Sweden have an exciting history. Find out more about the daily life of Swedish people, including their favorite foods, pastimes, sports, and family traditions.
People around the world are familiar with the Swedish storybook character Pippi Longstocking and the musical group ABBA. Explore Sweden's other contributions to literature and music, as well as the country's rich cultural traditions in architecture, art, and film.
Affiance is a retelling of the ancient romance between Isis and Osiris. It's a gripping tale about passion, loss and an unstoppable love. When Isis is faced with the mission to gather the broken pieces of her soul mate, she is determined to make him whole again after he has been murdered by his brother and nemesis.
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