Life is good. For most of us in America, life is very good. Many of us spend our years following our career dreams, enjoying those we love, trying to give back to our communities, and even being involved in our church. It is all great stuff. The good life becomes the goal. It gives a confident but false feeling of security by letting us think God must be okay with us because things are smooth. We rarely, if ever, seek to know our Creator in a personal way. Often justifying that our decisions are His will, we glide along through the good life. But He wants more. When there is an awakening of the soul, it is God calling us. Sometimes life takes us to a place we don't know--but a place where God can get our attention. And if we are fortunate enough to listen and choose to follow His call, He will respond and come in and dwell with us. We finally belong. We belong to the one who transcends this life. Our desire to be with Him begins to absorb us. For some, this can be a traumatic or dramatic experience. But many may not have such an eventful conversion. The good, decent life that many live in today's America may actually make it more difficult to realize that the plan of salvation is meant for each individually. God does not want to just coexist somewhere out there; He is the reason for our existence. He loves us and wants a relationship with each of us.
We all get just one shot at this life. ¬ there are no practice runs. For some, it's eighty years but for others, considerably less. However, successful living is not measured in years but rather, in quality. Quality performance, quality character, and quality relationships. A quality life does not happen unintentionally. It takes conscious effort, risk, and sometimes, hard work. A lot happens in life that we cannot control, but many times, our efforts make a difference. Critical to performance is having the will to consciously set goals and strategize a plan to achieve them and then discipline one's self to work the plan. Knowing what is right and wrong is not that difficult""doing what is right can be very difficult at times. Being truthful and faithful runs counter to human nature. We innately look out for number one. Only with the help of the Spirit can we develop the character which rejects values outside ourselves. Some relationships come easy. They deepen and grow as we begin to enjoy each other. Still, other relationships are strained, bumpy, and even nonexistent due to missing grace. Recognizing that relationships take two, and often, the hard work is done by the recipient rather than the aggressor can be hard to grasp. Self-control is difficult to exercise because it does not always allow us to vindicate ourselves. In the end, we must give up to God and trust that he will show us the bigger picture by pouring his wisdom over us.
This Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and his wife have penned a portrait of a great American dynasty and its legacy in business, technology, the arts, and philanthropy.
Derived from the renowned multi-volume International Encyclopaedia of Laws, this book describes the social security regime in India. It conveys a clear working knowledge of the legal mechanics affecting health care, employment injuries and occupational diseases, incapacity to work, pensions, survivors’ benefits, unemployment benefits and services, and family benefits. The analysis covers the field of application, conditions for entitlement, calculation of benefits, financing, the institutional framework, and relevant law enforcement and controls. Allowances for retirees, employees, public sector workers, the self-employed, and the handicapped are all clearly explained, along with full details of claims, adjudication procedures, and appeals. Succinct yet eminently practical, the book will be a valuable resource for lawyers handling social security matters in India. It will be of practical utility to those both in public service and private practice called on to develop and to apply social security law and policy, and of special interest as a contribution to the comparative study of social security systems.
From a Pulitzer prize-winning writer, the only single-volume biography of the towering yet enigmatic leader--from his humble origins to his rise to America's highest office. Flawed as a human being, Lyndon Johnson was a towering public figure of his era, a man whose social programs changed America in profound ways. In this compelling new biography, Irwin and Debi Unger explore the political and personal influences that made Johnson such an unpredictable, charismatic, and difficult man, depicting his life as a constant tension between political expediency and doing the right thing for Americans.
This is a must-have anthology of the milestone speeches, manifestos, court decisions, and groundbreaking journalism of the Sixties. No other period in American history has been more liberating, more confusing, more unforgettable, and had a more direct impact on the way we navigated the profound changes that swept over the country in the following three decades. From Betty Friedan to Barry Goldwater, from the formidable presence of the Kennedy brothers to the unimaginable influence of Woodstock, Pulitzer prize-winning author Irwin Unger and journalist Debi Unger present the complexities of a volatile and tumultuous decade, while explaining how and why each significant event took place and how it shifted the country's consciousness. From the antiwar movement to the moon race, from the burgeoning counterculture to the Warren and Berger courts, and from the civil rights movement to the 1968 presidential campaign, The Times Were a Changin' will tantalize and confound readers, while inspiring and enraging them as well. The Ungers provide us with a better understanding of the strategy and maneuvering of the 1960s war games--from the Bay of Pigs to the Tet Offensive. And the pieces they have chosen help us define the current of social intolerance that plagues our country to this day. Balancing the controversial issues of the times with an even hand, the Ungers give equal time to William F. Buckley and Abbie Hoffman, Barry Goldwater and Hubert Humphrey, the Black Panthers and Martin Luther King, Jr., compiling an anthology that supplies rhyme and reason to a decade that never ceases to amaze us, endless in its capacity to be explored and understood.
“A compelling and intimate reflection on love and grief and ordinary things that comfort and sustain us.” — Alison Smith, award-winning journalist Ever since her childhood on a Niagara farm, Debi has dug in the dirt to find resilience. But when her husband, Peter, was diagnosed with cancer in November, it was too late in the season to seek solace in her garden. With idle hands and a fearful mind, she sought something to sustain her through the months ahead. She soon came across Victory Gardens — the vegetable gardens cultivated during the world wars that sustained so many. During an anxious winter, she researched, drew plans, and ordered seeds. In spring, with Peter in remission, her garden thrived and life got back on track. But when Peter's cancer returned like a killing frost, the garden was a reminder that everything must come to an end. A Victory Garden for Trying Times is a personal journey of love, loss, and healing through the natural cycles of the earth.
From Pulitzer prize-winning writer, Irwin Unger, and Debi Unger comes this history of the people and politics behind the Great Society reforms considers how the programs shaped the political scene and began to go awry and describes Lyndon Johnson's aggressive efforts to promote its success.
With Jesus: An Intimate, In-Depth Study of the Book of Luke is the culmination of a three-year intensive study with the Lord Jesus. This real-world teaching invites a deeper level of intimacy with our Savior as it kindles the heart through self-examination and enlightenment. This book is an inspiring, thought-provoking verse-by-verse study of the book of Luke. It ministers to those seeking truth and exploring Christianity, satisfies those searching for biblical meat, and is a passionate teaching tool helping to disciple as it revives the hearts of readers. Meant to be read alongside the Bible and used as a tool for personal or group study, this book is permeated throughout with relevant scripture as it unpacks and examines the gospel of Luke. Readers can expect to find edifying revelation, life application instruction, and the power tools needed on their journey of discovery and growth towards becoming rock-solid followers of Jesus Christ.
4 murders. 5 bombings. And until 2015, no one charged. The definitive story of the Family Court Murders and the book that set off the investigation into and charging of Leonard Warwick, who in September 2020, was sentenced to life in prison. An initiative of the Whitlam Government, the so-called ‘helping court’ opened its doors in January 1976. But despite the high idealism of the court’s creators, they failed to factor in one universal truth: that in a marital tug of war, one side would always feel more embittered than the other. Despite the brazen enormity of the shootings and bombings in Sydney from 1980 – attacks that hit at the very heart of the judicial system – and a prime suspect publicly named by the Coroner, the police investigation failed to culminate in an arrest and after three decades stalled to a benign ‘review’ status. Following a tip-off from a possible witness, the Channel 7 Sunday Night program determined to investigate this cold case. Award-winning true-crime writer and investigative journalist Debi Marshall was part of the team who worked this story. Decades on, the horror of these crimes still haunts everyone involved. Witnesses were frightened to speak. Family members lived in the dark shadows of grief and fear. Widows and children lived without closure. To break this uneasy silence, Marshall embarked on a terrifying journey into the dark heart of the Family Court murders – and the prime suspect. What she uncovered will shock and outrage. In July 2020 Leonard Warwick was convicted and in September 2020 given a life sentence, never to be released.
Provides an in-depth look at a pivotal year in U.S. history, with attention to the Kennedy and King assassinations, the Black Power and Hippie movements, and other changes in the political climate that continue to influence the nation.
Palm Beach is known internationally as a winter resort where the wealthy enjoy life in a tropical paradise. More than 100 years ago, Palm Beach was far different from its well-kept beaches, estates, and fabulous Worth Avenue shopping mecca of the 21st century. When the first permanent settlers arrived, they found the area covered by thick jungle that had to be tamed before they could carve out a new life for themselves. The settlers ended up with a paradise, and when Henry Flagler decided to build a grand hotel in Palm Beach, he planted the first seed for the creation of a modern winter retreat for the rich.
Like the Martha of Jesus' day, so many women are preoccupied with being the perfect hostess, wife, mother, worker that it leaves many of them angry, frenzied, and depressed. In Martha to the Max, Debi Stack uses humor to bring great relief and encouragement to today's Marthas. This entertaining adventure will help readers view and use their abilities in a way that brings a smile to the face of God. Debi gives plenty of practical tips on slowing down and focusing on the 'one thing' Jesus said is needed.
This book provides a brief, objective survey of the New Left, defined basically as a movement of white middle-class youth mainly during the 1960s and 1970s. Exploring the intellectual and social forces that helped generate it, the authors argue that the New Left represented the advent of a new sensitivity about organized society in general that was associated with a post-war, post-depression generation unhampered—or, alternately, unsobered—by the experiences of their parents and elders. As a movement of youth it was bold and playful as well as erratic and unstable, and simply could not stick as times worsened and discouragements mounted.
Expressions from the Heart, Poems of Love, Life, and Perseverance, is a compilation of the words that helped shaped who Debi White is, and what she wants to be. God has always shown her the way, and put just the right essay or poem in her path to keep her grounded. Some of the poems are cited, while others are not. The purpose of the book is to share with family, friends, and the world, the words that have touched her heart over the years.
Meet the ghosts who haunt the shores of Lake St. Clair . . . photos included! Anchor Bay is a haven for ghosts. The small towns that dot the shores of Lake St. Clair, the three Native American reservations, and the remnants of several British and French military encampments in the area all lay claim to supernatural occurrences. The spirit of a state senator’s son haunted his magnificent mansion just outside New Baltimore before the home was demolished. Mabel Hathaway’s mysterious death remained unsolved for 140 years, and her ghost continues to stalk Oakwood Cemetery. A deceased sea captain seemingly moves his hidden treasure from beyond the grave when someone gets close to finding it. Local paranormal expert Debi Chestnut delights and frightens with these and other tales of Anchor Bay’s historic haunts.
When 4-year-old Ollie Tibbles was asked what he wanted to be when he grew up, he answered, "I'm going to be a train!" Four years later at Union Station-Chicago, at Make-A-Wish Foundation's Grand Ball, Ollie's prediction and wish came true. Ollie's mother shares the story of his struggle with brain cancer and how pain was transformed into possibility.
Debi Mazar and Gabriele Corcos, hosts of the Cooking Channels's hit show Extra Virgin, bring together food, family, and style in a celebration of the pleasures of the rustic Italian table with 120 recipes for simple yet exquisite meals that are accessible, full of fresh flavor, and easy to prepare. Devi Mazar and Gabriele Corcos are ambassadors of contemporary Tuscan cooking. In Extra Virgin, Gabriele is a traditional Italian with a big heart, and Debi is an outgoing, brash New York City girl. Their sassy and playful exchanges illuminate what’s important in everyday life: good food and a lot of love. Ranging from traditional antipasti and soups to their spin on entrees, pizzas, and desserts, recipes include Pecorino and Honey Dip, a sweet and salty way to start a meal; tangy, luscious Grilled Apricots with Goat Cheese Ricotta, inspired by wild Tuscan apricot trees; and Sausage and Beans, which offers hints of fennel in a Tuscan red sauce. Here, too, are Braised Artichokes softened in guanciale-infused oil, Breakfast Pizza, and Coffee Granita just as Italians make it. So flag these recipes, get sauce on them, let splashes of olive oil mark the pages—and invite Debi and Gabriele’s charisma and passion for cooking to spill into your kitchen.
Catch brings you a comprehensive plan for implementing the proven marketing and visitor follow-up techniques from the Church of the Resurrection. It is designed for small groups (12-15 people) and takes them through intense Bible study to help your church attract visitors and then integrate them into the life of your community. The additional book, Catch a new life is designed for the new visitors who wish to join your church by responding to the call of discipleship. It encourages them through the transformative experiences that come with a lifelong commitment to serve as a member of the body of Christ.
Find hundreds of easy day trips within two hours of Rochester. Explore the beauty and hidden gems of the Rochester, New York, area with local travel expert Debi Bower. As the founder of the website daytrippingroc, Bower offers detailed guides and suggested activities, highlighting the best places to visit in the city of Rochester and the surrounding Finger Lakes region, plus several destinations in Central New York, Western New York, and the Southern Tier. Day Trips Around Rochester, New York is the ultimate guide for residents and guests looking to explore the region and experience all that it offers.
After a vacation in Italy, the Strega-Borgia clan arrives home to a shocking discovery: their faithful butler Latch lying comatose on the front doorstep, reeking faintly of sulphur. Horrified and troubled, Titus and Pandora suspect this may be an omen of bad fortune, but both are soon distracted by their own problems. Only Nanny McLachlan realizes the truth: Whatever it was that came for Latch is coming back. And when it does, will she alone be strong enough to protect the family?
If the world of the paranormal were a house, Stalking Shadows would be its wicked basement. And like a basement full of sinister energy, this collection of true stories is powerful enough to snuff out your flashlight, leaving you trembling in the darkness. Join psychic medium and paranormal investigator Debi Chestnut as she explores twelve terrifying true encounters with ghosts, dark beings, and negative entities. Discover an abandoned house of horrors that becomes more evil with every victim it claims. Follow a tortured spirit trapped in a forsaken mirror. Feel the savage pain of a distraught ghost that screams out in agony. Once you descend into the paranormal basement, you’ll uncover the true lives of the dead—in thrilling ways you never expected.
The idea of a journey without companions is too daunting for most travelers. Not so the women of this collection. These contemporary pioneers savor the ultimate freedom of solo travel. Marybeth Bond discovers the dubious pleasures of desert camel-riding when she decides to follow an ancient Indian trading route. Faith Adiele, a black Buddhist nun, enters a deserted train station at 3:00 a.m. in a Thai village controlled by armed bandits. Ena Singh negotiates with Russian police to visit the blue-domed city of Samarkand. In A Woman Alone, these women and others tell their funny, thrilling, occasionally terrifying, ultimately transformative stories of navigating some of the most unusual destinations on the globe.
The personal story of author Debi Toporoff will help those dealing with the memory and pain of abuse, as well as those looking to understand what children suffering from abuse have experienced.
Karl Marx and Sri aurobindo with whose ideas this book is mainly concerned, through belong to two different culturesand ages, the affinity of their chosen themes is very instructive. This book will be of interest to social scientists, philosophers and the reading public.
Words have power...to help, to hurt, to heal, to bring hope. Imagine the impact when words come from your soulmate, infused with undying love, from beyond this world! That's the reality Noreen embraces when her husband of fifty years, long since deceased, returns with urgent warnings, proclamations of love and advice to assist her through her own impending death experience. He brings miraculous gifts: directions for unbridled forgiveness and one inspired present for her last Christmas on Earth. Will she believe in him, trust him, recognize his wisdom even though it will take her beyond what she thought she knew about the afterlife, but didn't? This book is not a work of fiction. The Words of Our Father is a poignant, emotional love story that chronicles the lives of one family through the generations as they hold fast to each other and God through the tumultuous burdens of their world. Their lives are filled with strife, pain, infertility, the death of a child, a debilitating accident, the threat of financial ruin, sibling rifts, alcoholism, and horrific acts of nature. Together, Ken and Noreen fight to shield their six children from the ravages of the real world by cocooning them in love, theirs and God's. They find joy in each other and the simple pleasures of life as they create a legacy of love so strong that it transcends the boundaries between life and death. "For I know the plans I have for you," says the LORD. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope" (Jeremiah 29:11)
During World War II, Palm Beach County was a beehive of activity. Beachgoers witnessed the destruction left in the wake of U-boat attacks and then helped rescue survivors and retrieve the dead. One of the first Civil Air Patrol units to hunt German U-boats operated from Palm Beach County. Morrison Field in West Palm Beach served as the take-off point for Army Air Corps planes destined for battle lines throughout the world. Boca Raton Army Air Field was the headquarters for training airmen in top-secret RADAR technology. The US Army, Navy, and Coast Guard used resort hotels for training sites and hospitals.
Steeped in history, sand dunes, salty air, quaint villages, delectable seafood, legendary sunsets and picturesque harbors, inlets and coves, Cape Cod attracts millions of visitors to its enchanted shores. Summer's pastimes make memories that Last a lifetime with the help of local authors and this entertaining, insightful guide.
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