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Paul the Reluctant Witness

Power and Weakness in Luke's Portrayal

By: Blake Shipp

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Paul the Reluctant Witness

Power and Weakness in Luke's Portrayal

By: Blake Shipp

In this stimulating analysis, Shipp provides the reader with an introduction and critique of literary-rhetorical analysis as well as an in-depth treatment of the triple account of Paul's Damascus Road experience in Acts. "Luke used the repetition of the Damascus narrative as a literary device identifying Pauline disobedience and resistance and the transformation of these characteristics. With the first Damascus narrative, Luke provided the reader with a paradigmatic image of resistance transformed. . . . Luke used the Damascus narratives and these themes to bracket the Paulusbild, fashioning the trial narrative into an extended period of transformation of Pauline resistance. Beginning in 19:21, Paul resisted the leading of the Holy Spirit and his appointed location of witness. He was an intentionally forceful actor resisting God. God bound this intentionally forceful actor in chains. In this opening scene of the Paulusbild Luke included the second Damascus narrative (21:33--22:24a). The themes emphasized in the narrative were those of Saul intentionally resisting gospel expansion and God's subsequent overcoming of Saul. Saul was physically restored through Ananias but not fully transformed. He is not yet an empowered and intentionally forceful witness. At the end of the Paulusbild, as Paul is headed to Rome, Luke included the final Damascus narrative (25:23--26:32). Paul was headed to Rome, but not in the freedom intended by God. He remained in chains because of his own actions. Thus, his character was one of tension. The Damascus narrative that Luke included demonstrates Saul's intentionally forceful resistance to the gospel. However, the vacating of power and overcoming of Saul is suppressed, and the theme of the transformation of resistance to empowered witness is emphasized. Nonetheless, the character of Saul in the speech does not match the character of Paul in the narrative. Tension remains, but the projected direction of transformation is evident. Paul is headed to Rome. The 'vision of grace' has effected a transformation in Saul but not yet in Paul. If the trajectory of transformation continues, then Paul should once again be an intentionally forceful, empowered witness for the gospel when he arrives in Rome." --from Chapter 5

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1725242656

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The Long Way Home

the perfect staycation summer read

By: Fanny Blake

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The Long Way Home

the perfect staycation summer read

By: Fanny Blake

‘Thoroughly enjoyable, with endearing, believable characters and long-held secrets’ Katie Fforde 'The perfect summer read' Ruth Hogan A family secret, a mysterious legacy, and a journey that will change everything… When Isla, a 65-year-old grandmother, is left nothing but an old painting in her mother’s will, while her sisters and aunt inherit the estate, she is devastated. Close to retirement, getting ready to live on her own terms, the last thing she expects at this time of her life is such turmoil. So, to find an explanation for her mother’s rejection, she embarks on a road-trip. But, right at the last moment, she’s forced to take her sullen – and, in her view, impossible – 14-year-old granddaughter Charlie with her. Cramped together in Isla’s car with her smelly old dog, these ill-assorted travelling companions set off to uncover some shattering and life-changing family truths at the same time as learning to love each other… The Long Way Home is set in the UK and 1950s Paris where the story really begins, spanning four generations of women and the secrets that get passed down through them. Praise for Fanny Blake and The Long Way Home: ‘Fanny Blake knows how to pinpoint what goes on in families. She is warm but never sentimental and her stories take a grip on the reader’ Elizabeth Buchan ‘No-one does family and friendship better than Fanny . . . Warm, funny, wise and relatable’ Veronica Henry ‘Loved it . . . a beautiful story of coming back to life in middle age, full of love, joy and hope’ Liz Fenwick ‘A hopeful, warm, generous-hearted novel about how love transcends difference’ Julie Cohen 'A warm, uplifting read' Rosanna Ley 'The plot reels you in until you have no choice but to devour every word' heat 'Absorbing, intelligent and an absolute joy to read' Daily Express 'A fantastic read from one of our favourite authors' Bella 'Fanny Blake is a master at leading us gently through the complexities of life' Woman & Home 'Blake writes fantastically about families and anyone who has ever despaired of a screen-addict teen will especially love this warm-hearted novel' Daily Mail 'Fanny Blake leads us gently and reassuringly through the complexities of everyday family life' Woman’s Weekly ‘Just perfect – as a grandmother myself it made me smile’ Dinah Jefferies 'Seamlessly moving from past to the present, this is a heart-warming read' Heat 'A heart-warming story of the importance of family bonds' People’s Friend

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Simon and Schuster

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1471193608

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9781471193606

Introduction to English Language

By: Norman Blake,Jean Moorhead

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Introduction to English Language

By: Norman Blake,Jean Moorhead

A comprehensive, introductory coursebook for English Language 'A' and 'A/S' level students on any of the examination courses and suitable for Introduction to English Language courses at undergraduate level. The sections cover all the common topics of study, including grammar, language analysis, language acquisition, language varieties and change, language and society and language and style. A final section gives useful help on preparing a language project.

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1349228699

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A Digest of the Law of Libel and Slander

By: Melville Madison Bigelow,William Blake Odgers

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A Digest of the Law of Libel and Slander

By: Melville Madison Bigelow,William Blake Odgers

Reprint of the original, first published in 1881.

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BoD – Books on Demand

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3368862928

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9783368862923

Clinical Neuroscience for Communication Disorders

Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology

By: Margaret Lehman Blake,Jerry K. Hoepner

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Clinical Neuroscience for Communication Disorders

Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology

By: Margaret Lehman Blake,Jerry K. Hoepner

Clinical Neuroscience for Communication Disorders: Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology offers a comprehensive and easy-to-understand introduction to neuroscience for undergraduates and beginning graduate students in the field of communication disorders. Packed with features to aid student understanding, this textbook introduces the neurologic underpinnings of systems involved in communication (speech, language, cognition, and hearing) and swallowing, from the nervous system to the anatomy of the head and neck. A highly readable writing style makes abstract and complex material accessible to students and provides just the right amount of information to challenge yet not overwhelm students. What sets this book apart is the extensive infusion of clinical application. Each chapter begins by tying the content to the everyday clinical applications for speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and related professionals and includes clinical cases to illustrate neural functions. In addition to coverage of the main systems, this text contains chapters devoted to neuroplasticity, communication, and cognition to move beyond basic anatomy to the key principles of contemporary neuroscience and application of the concepts discussed. Additionally, explicit connections are drawn between cranial nerves, the oral mechanism examination, and clinicall swallowing assessment. The clinical cases cover a variety of both pediatric and adult scenarios designed to highlight the interconnectedness of neural systems and the complexity of neurologically-based communication disorders. The cases span the breadth of clinical practice—developmental and acquired disorders, pediatric and adult cases, and disorders of speech, language, cognition, and hearing—and are cross-referenced with each of the other chapters for improved understanding. Key Features: * More than 150 customized illustrations solidify connections between anatomy and physiology * Clinical cases throughout the text and expanded versions of the cases in a stand-alone chapter illustrate clinical relevance of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology * Bolded keywords highlight foundational concepts and terminology * Boxes throughout the text offer an opportunity for applying learning through applications, exercises, glossaries of key terms, and clinical cases * End-of-chapter summaries provide an overview of the key concepts within the chapter in plain language * A bulleted list of key concepts concludes each chapter to reinforce learning outcomes * References and further reading augment student learning

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Plural Publishing

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1635503663

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Shark Attacks

Myths, Misunderstandings and Human Fear

By: Blake Chapman

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Shark Attacks

Myths, Misunderstandings and Human Fear

By: Blake Chapman

Humans spend more time in or on the water than ever before. We love the beach. But for many people, getting in the water provokes a moment’s hesitation. Shark attacks are big news events and although the risk of shark attack on humans is incredibly low, the fact remains that human lives are lost to sharks every year. Shark Attacks explores the tension between risk to humans and the need to conserve sharks and protect the important ecological roles they play in our marine environments. Marine biologist Blake Chapman presents scientific information about shark biology, movement patterns and feeding behaviour. She discusses the role of fear in the way we think about sharks and the influence of the media on public perceptions. Moving first-hand accounts describe the deep and polarising psychological impacts of shark attacks from a range of perspectives. This book is an education in thinking through these emotive events and will help readers to navigate the controversial issues around mitigating shark attacks while conserving the sharks themselves.

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CSIRO PUBLISHING

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1486307361

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9781486307364

The Shipwreck That Saved Jamestown

The Sea Venture Castaways and the Fate of America

By: Lorri Glover,Daniel Blake Smith

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The Shipwreck That Saved Jamestown

The Sea Venture Castaways and the Fate of America

By: Lorri Glover,Daniel Blake Smith

A freshly researched account of the dramatic rescue of the Jamestown settlers The English had long dreamed of colonizing America, especially after Sir Francis Drake brought home Spanish treasure and dramatic tales from his raids in the Caribbean. Ambitions of finding gold and planting a New World colony seemed within reach when in 1606 Thomas Smythe extended overseas trade with the launch of the Virginia Company. But from the beginning the American enterprise was a disaster. Within two years warfare with Indians and dissent among the settlers threatened to destroy Smythe's Jamestown just as it had Raleigh's Roanoke a generation earlier. To rescue the doomed colonists and restore order, the company chose a new leader, Thomas Gates. Nine ships left Plymouth in the summer of 1609—the largest fleet England had ever assembled—and sailed into the teeth of a storm so violent that "it beat all light from Heaven." The inspiration for Shakespeare's The Tempest, the hurricane separated the flagship from the fleet, driving it onto reefs off the coast of Bermuda—a lucky shipwreck (all hands survived) which proved the turning point in the colony's fortune.

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Henry Holt and Company

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1429930969

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9781429930963

The Power Series

The Power Series Box Set (Books 1 to 5)

By: Jm Blake

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The Power Series

The Power Series Box Set (Books 1 to 5)

By: Jm Blake

Nick and Kenna are back! All five books in their incredible love story in one place--with bonus epilogues, sneak peeks and new content! Impelled (Book 1) Love. Family. Betrayal.What breaks you can also make you strong... A fateful encounter puts Kenna O'Loughlin in the path of the powerful and rich Grant family. Drawn in by the love and acceptance of patriarch Charles Grant, she finally begins to put the pain of a traumatic childhood behind her. Foul-mouthed and mischievous, she brings life and laughter into the normally staid family. Nicholas Grant, the scion of the Grant empire, hates Kenna on sight. This mysterious woman has wormed her way into his family and he will do whatever it takes to protect them, even if it means seducing the enemy. Love. Family. Betrayal. What makes you strong can also break you... Battle lines are drawn as Kenna fights for the family she has always wanted, and Nicholas sets out to prove that Kenna isn't whom she says she is. But what happens when the person you have vowed to hate, draws you to the love of a lifetime? Compelled (Book 2) Love. Family. Betrayal. If you love something, you protect it at all costs... When faced with losing your family or the love of a lifetime, what would you do? MacKenna and Nick agree to a cease-fire in their ongoing battle for the love of the Grant Family. But can they continue to deny the heat of their attraction? Will the threat of a looming disaster get shoved to the side, as lines are drawn and loyalties are tested? Love. Family. Betrayal. If you love something, you will sacrifice anything... Inflamed (Book 3) Love. Family. Betrayal. If you love something set it free... I thought that I had found the love of a lifetime. I thought I had found the family of my dreams. I was wrong on both. Am I truly a part of the Grant family? Or just a stand-in for the first love that they all lost? Embraced (Book 4) She left it all behind. Her family, her friends. Her love. But when a tragedy strikes the Grant Family, her return home is fraught with uncertainty. Is there room for Kenna to reclaim her place? Or will her secrets and the ghosts of the past ruin her one chance at true happiness? Entwined- The Wedding (Book 5) You are cordially invited to the wedding of the year.

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Book's by Blake Shipp

Paul the Reluctant Witness

Paul the Reluctant Witness

The Long Way Home

The Long Way Home

Introduction to English Language

Introduction to English Language

A Digest of the Law of Libel and Slander

A Digest of the Law of Libel and Slander

Clinical Neuroscience for Communication Disorders

Clinical Neuroscience for Communication Disorders

Shark Attacks

Shark Attacks

The Shipwreck That Saved Jamestown

The Shipwreck That Saved Jamestown

The Power Series

The Power Series

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