What happens when an alien probe strikes the earth in the Arizona desert? What happens when rock hounds, college students, and the US Army confront this probe? What happens when religious zealots trek to the alien with hopes for salvation? An Australian shaman foresees that the Earth will change. And he sees that Uluru will rise. Can humankind adapt? Or must they resist? Down under, the Earth is carved until the land itself becomes a weapon. Can we handle a second invasion? A team of American scientists and soldiers work to understand then protect us from what they find. Like termites in search of their next meal, humans must address their limitations in a world gone mad. Uluru will rise.
The book of Romans is a masterfully written exposition on grace. This letter to the believers in Rome has changed the hearts of many as they read and understand the wonderful truths nestled inside. Paul wrote this letter to these Christians to explain his revelation of grace. We explain it in simple terms that we all can understand.
The second edition of Jeff Todd's A Redneck's Guide To Being A Christian includes even more funny illustrations! Ever wondered what being a Christian is all about? Have you tried to explain it to others? Being a Christian is simple and should be presented in a simple and easy-to-understand way. That's what we try to do with this book. It makes a great tool to use in ministry or witnessing. It explains 'being a Christian' and gives the basics every Christian needs.
How does sound ecology—an acoustic connective tissue among communities—also become a basis for a healthy economy and a just community? Jeff Todd Titon's lived experiences shed light on the power of song, the ecology of musical cultures, and even cultural sustainability and resilience. In Toward a Sound Ecology, Titon's collected essays address his growing concerns with people making music, holistic ecological approaches to music, and sacred transformations of sound. Titon also demonstrates how to conduct socially responsible fieldwork and compose engaging and accessible ethnography that speaks to a diverse readership. Toward a Sound Ecology is an anthology of Titon's key writings, which are situated chronologically within three particular areas of interest: fieldwork, cultural and musical sustainability, and sound ecology. According to Titon—a foundational figure in folklore and ethnomusicology—a re-orientation away from a world of texts and objects and toward a world of sound connections will reveal the basis of a universal kinship.
The South has always been one of the most distinctive regions of the United States, with its own set of traditions and a turbulent history. Although often associated with cotton, hearty food, and rich dialects, the South is also noted for its strong sense of religion, which has significantly shaped its history. Dramatic political, social, and economic events have often shaped the development of southern religion, making the nuanced dissection of the religious history of the region a difficult undertaking. For instance, segregation and the subsequent civil rights movement profoundly affected churches in the South as they sought to mesh the tenets of their faith with the prevailing culture. Editors Walter H. Conser and Rodger M. Payne and the book’s contributors place their work firmly in the trend of modern studies of southern religion that analyze cultural changes to gain a better understanding of religion’s place in southern culture now and in the future. Southern Crossroads: Perspectives on Religion and Culture takes a broad, interdisciplinary approach that explores the intersection of religion and various aspects of southern life. The volume is organized into three sections, such as “Religious Aspects of Southern Culture,” that deal with a variety of topics, including food, art, literature, violence, ritual, shrines, music, and interactions among religious groups. The authors survey many combinations of religion and culture, with discussions ranging from the effect of Elvis Presley’s music on southern spirituality to yard shrines in Miami to the archaeological record of African American slave religion. The book explores the experiences of immigrant religious groups in the South, also dealing with the reactions of native southerners to the groups arriving in the region. The authors discuss the emergence of religious and cultural acceptance, as well as some of the apparent resistance to this development, as they explore the experiences of Buddhist Americans in the South and Jewish foodways. Southern Crossroads also looks at distinct markers of religious identity and the role they play in gender, politics, ritual, and violence. The authors address issues such as the role of women in Southern Baptist churches and the religious overtones of lynching, with its themes of blood sacrifice and atonement. Southern Crossroads offers valuable insights into how southern religion is studied and how people and congregations evolve and adapt in an age of constant cultural change.
Ever wondered what 'being a Christian' was all about? Believe it or not, it's not as complicated as you may think. Actually, it's so simple that even a Redneck can do it. And so can you! In this book, you'll get answers to the Christian basics: How to be one? What it means to be one? The purpose of trials and temptations? Who God is?... and who Satan is? And a whole lot more...
What You Need to Know Most About Bible Prophecy From the team behind the Prophecy Pros Podcast comes A Quick Reference Guide to the End Times. Bestselling authors Jeff Kinley and Todd Hampson bring you this concise look at the most pressing questions about the rapture, the antichrist, the millennial kingdom, and beyond. Jeff and Todd share their wealth of Scripture-based knowledge about the end times, steering away from speculation to make sure you get only the information that truly matters. Featuring helpful charts, graphics, and illustrations, this accessible manual will help you understand answers to important prophecy questions such as… in what basic order will the end times unfold? how do we know Jesus is literally returning to earth? how should Christians live if Jesus might return any day now? Whether you’re totally new to Bible prophecy or you’ve been studying it for years, A Quick Reference Guide to the End Times is the user-friendly handbook you need to keep track of the most essential facts about the future.
This work presents a predicted summary of major economic challenges facing the United States in the last years of the 20th century. Intended to shape the platforms of the major parties and the general public, it contains proposals by leading specialists aimed at resolving such challenges.
For the first decade of the 21st century, the Baltimore Orioles were perpetual cellar dwellers, with losing seasons from 1998–2011—fourteen straight years. They were the worst team in baseball when two-time American League Manager of the Year Buck Showalter took over as manager in August 2010, but they went 34-23 in the last two months of the season, and that set the tone for everything to follow. Buck, along with Andy MacPhail (president of baseball operations) and Dan Duquette (general manager), worked hard to change things in Baltimore, and the results have shown. In 2012, the Orioles went 93-69 and reached the postseason for the first time since 1997. In 2013, they fell short of the playoffs, but they still hit the most homers in the majors. They also set a new record in errorless games and fewest errors in a season. In addition, the Orioles boasted three Gold Glove winners: third baseman Manny Machado, center fielder Adam Jones, and shortstop J.J. Hardy. In 2014, after winning the AL East, they swept the Tigers in the divisional series before losing to the red-hot Royals in the American League Championship. This book details the club’s miraculous turnaround under Buck. It discusses key signings like Nelson Cruz, the quiet effectiveness of Nick Markakis, Jones’s leadership, the struggles of Chris Davis, and several other story lines from Showalter’s tenure. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. Whether you are a New York Yankees fan or hail from Red Sox nation; whether you are a die-hard Green Bay Packers or Dallas Cowboys fan; whether you root for the Kentucky Wildcats, Louisville Cardinals, UCLA Bruins, or Kansas Jayhawks; whether you route for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, or Los Angeles Kings; we have a book for you. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Being a Dad may be one of the hardest jobs that we, as men, will ever do. Even though some of us have stood courageous and took our roles seriously, there are many that have chosen another path... by leaving their responsibility and children behind. It could be that they don't realize how their job as a parent impacts them. Maybe they don't know what it truly takes to being a Dad. In this guide, we take a look at what is involved in taking on the role as Dads to our children. We offer tips, suggestions and scripture from the Bible to help us all become the best Dads that we can be and to help our children survive in this crazy mixed-up world we live in. This guide is perfect for: Dads Stepdads Adoptive Dads Foster Dads Father-Inlaws Neighbors And even men that step up to the plate to be a mentor to a child We explain it all so that it's simple and easy to understand. We hope you are blessed by reading it!
Divorce seems to be a common word these days. You hear about it everywhere. Marriage, on the other hand, is more like a pass time activity. If you get bored with it or discover that you don't like doing it anymore, you simply fill out some paperwork, pay some money and separate. That's not how it should be. What if you knew that marriage was meant to be forever? That it was supposed to be a fulfilling relationship between a man and woman that brought happiness, joy and peace for a lifetime? And yes, a true 'happily ever after' love story? Well, it was. In this book, we take a look at what it takes to make a marriage successful, what love is, and finding the solutions to common problems that happen to couples that promise to stay together 'til death do they part. And the cool thing is that it can all be found in the Bible. Join us in our latest edition to the series, A Redneck's Guide To Stayin' Married. We hope it's a blessing to you!
Hailed as a classic in music studies when it was first published in 1977, Early Downhome Blues is a detailed look at traditional country blues artists and their work. Combining musical analysis and cultural history approaches, Titon examines the origins of downhome blues in African American society. He also explores what happened to the art form when the blues were commercially recorded and became part of the larger American culture. From forty-seven musical transcriptions, Titon derives a grammar of early downhome blues melody. His book is enriched with the recollections of blues performers, audience members, and those working in the recording industry. In a new afterword, Titon reflects on the genesis of this book in the blues revival of the 1960s and the politics of tourism in the current revival under way.
The Ultimate Rock Band 5 is a simple commentary of the books - 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon, James, 1 & 2 Peter, and Jude - from the Bible. As with all books in A Redneck's Guide series, we keep it simple and easy to understand.
Singers generating cultural identity from K-Pop to Beverly Sills Around the world and across time, singers and their songs stand at the crossroads of differing politics and perspectives. Levi S. Gibbs edits a collection built around the idea of listening as a political act that produces meaning. Contributors explore a wide range of issues by examining artists like Romani icon Esma Redžepova, Indian legend Lata Mangeshkar, and pop superstar Teresa Teng. Topics include gendered performances and the negotiation of race and class identities; the class-related contradictions exposed by the divide between highbrow and pop culture; links between narratives of overcoming struggle and the distinction between privileged and marginalized identities; singers’ ability to adapt to shifting notions of history, borders, gender, and memory in order to connect with listeners; how the meanings we read into a singer’s life and art build on one another; and technology’s ability to challenge our ideas about what constitutes music. Cutting-edge and original, Social Voices reveals how singers and their songs equip us to process social change and divergent opinions. Contributors: Christina D. Abreu, Michael K. Bourdaghs, Kwame Dawes, Nancy Guy, Ruth Hellier, John Lie, Treva B. Lindsey, Eric Lott, Katherine Meizel, Carol A. Muller, Natalie Sarrazin, Anthony Seeger, Carol Silverman, Andrew Simon, Jeff Todd Titon, and Elijah Wald
The Book of Revelation from the Bible is God's way of warning the world that one day it will stop turning. This will be a time when His wrath on the sinful nature of mankind will be released. But, because Revelation is a 'warning', God is giving us time to turn to Him. In this guide, we provide a simple look at the Book of Revelation and explain what it says in a way that we all can understand. We hope it's a blessing to you!
Your kid can now join in on the excitement of A Redneck's Guide Series. This activity book helps your child interact with the stories from the Bible by offering hours... and even days!!... of doodlin' fun. They can learn about the Bible characters, simple life lessons and most importantly... learn about Jesus. This activity book makes a perfect addition to any Sunday School class and at home.
It's amazing what can be learned from an ECONOMIC MELTDOWN. It's not always about money issues. It's the spiritual lessons from God about life after the money is gone. Join Author Jeff Todd in his 5-year faith walk with Jesus. With only a laptop, Bible and the internet, his simple minded passion for learning God's Word has turned into a ministry to lead others to Him and help other Christians grow. Who would have thought that a small prayer for the Lord to have full control of his life would turn into a work of faith? This is God's work... through him. A Work Through Me is considered a devotional for the simple man. We hope it's a blessing to you.
The books of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are considered the Gospels because they tell us all about Jesus Christ. From four different writers, we get a four-sided account of His miracles, parables, teachings, and His mission statement for us as Christians. We can learn a lot from His example and we should apply it to our own life. When we do, our life can lead others to Him. That's what it's all about right there! In this book, we take a deeper look into the teachings of Jesus. He is the Great Teacher and we are His students. In the Gospels, we see that He had an awesome 'lesson plan' and wants all of us to take note. Throughout our Christian life, we will be tested. The key is to know what God expects from us and to live our life according to His purpose. When we do, we will pass the test every time. As always, we keep it simple. We hope this book is a blessing to you!
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