Prophecy foretells the coming of an Antichrist, a powerful, charming but evil dictatorial leader who appears during a time of worldwide desperation and deprivation and provides a chaotic world with hope. His coming will not be the result of a gentle, bloodless coup or an antiseptic political evolution. It will be accomplished and accompanied by brutality and bloodshed on an unprecedented scale. This remarkable individual with supernatural diplomatic skill will dazzle a desperate generation and bring peace to a world staggering on the precipice of anarchy and annihilation. Hence, he will be lauded as historys greatest Peacebroker. The Antichrist, the one nonfictional personality portrayed in this book, according to the prophets, will come to power in a deadtotruth world and most will flock to this remarkable man as the proverbial moths to the flame. They will be drawn to his warmth and light only to be destroyed by his fire. Using the actual biblically prophesied timeline as a plumb line this fictional account occurs just as the man of sin begins his conspiratorial assent to become an allpowerful world ruler. The story answers the oft posed question by many students of prophecy who read of his meteoric rise to power and ask, How could this happen? Having spent the last 35 years as a Biblical preacher, teacher and researcher, Phil Arms remains true to both the tenets of the faith and the basic eschatological facts revealed in the Word of God. For Christians, books such as this stimulate faith in Gods prophetic Word and encourages anticipation of that Blessed Hope. For those without Christ, books such as this, accompanied by the godly witness left by raptured believers, will be among thefew pointers to Truth for those trapped in the tribulation holocaust. It will help them understand what is happening to their world and why and what to do to escape the wrath to come.
This book unravels the Promise Keepers' organization to find the dangerous Vineyard movement behind it. I think it is valuable for anyone who senses through the leading of the Holy Spirit that there is something wrong with Promise Keepers. The material Phil Arms presents provides a confirmation there there IS something wrong with that organization.
THIS BOOK READS LIKE THE NIGHTLY NEWS! Prophecy foretells the coming of an Antichrist, a powerful, charming but evil dictatorial leader who will appear during a time of worldwide desperation and deprivation and provide a chaotic world with false hope. His coming will not be the result of a gentle, bloodless coup, or an antiseptic political evolution. It will be accomplished and accompanied by brutality and bloodshed on an unprecedented scale. This remarkable individual, with supernatural diplomatic skill, will dazzle a desperate generation and bring peace to a world staggering on the precipice of anarchy and destruction. Hence, he will be lauded as history's most extraordinary peace broker. The one non-fictional personality portrayed in this book is the Antichrist. According to the prophets, he will come to power in a dead-to-truth world, and most will flock to this remarkable man like proverbial moths to a flame. They will be drawn to his warmth and light only to be destroyed by his fire.Phil Arms uses the actual biblically-prophesied timeline as a plumbline. This fictional account occurs just as "the man of sin" begins his conspiratorial ascent to become an all-powerful world ruler. The story answers the oft posed question by many students of prophecy who read of his meteoric rise to power and ask, "How could this happen?"Having spent decades as a biblical preacher, teacher, and researcher, Arms remains true to both the tenets of the faith and the basic eschatological facts revealed in Scripture. Christian, this book will stimulate your faith in God's prophetic Word and encourage your anticipation of Christ's appearing. If you do not know Christ as your Savior and Lord, once Christ's followers are caught up to be with Him, this book will be among the few pointers to the truth during the tribulation. It will help you understand what is happening to your world, why, and what to do to escape "the wrath to come.
In June 1988, the set of wargames rules for all-arms land warfare from Platoon to Battalion level during the period from 1925-1950, written by Phil Barker were published. They proved very popular and were widely used but have been out-of-print for many years. They were followed by sets, initially for the period from 1950-1975 and later extended to cover the period 1950-2000. These too have been out-of-print for many years. Now both sets have been gathered together into a single book and published here.
The Armor of God: Your Key to Victory Right now, there is a real spiritual battle going on in the unseen realm. Every Christian must equip themselves against the forces of darkness. Victory is possible when we use the full armor of God described in Ephesians 6. In Pastor Phil Hopper's first book, Defeating the Enemy, he helped identify the devil's strategies. Now, in The Weapons of Our Warfare, Pastor Hopper takes readers to the next level of spiritual warfare! Learn how to: Break free from Satan's strongholds: learn how to overcome destructive life patterns. Exercise your Kingdom authority: engage the enemy from a place of victory. Use the full Armor of God: understand the spiritual significance and practical application of each piece of the armor. Spiritual warfare is a call to arms. Use the Armor of God to claim your victory and demolish the enemy's work in your life today!
Surely we are in those days, when earthquakes, pestilence, famine, war, and false christs dot the glove. Thses are birth pains, Jesus said. They signal climactic changes in the history of man and the physical realm. The planet is quivering under the pressures brought to bear eons ago.
A practical guide to philanthropy at all levels of giving that seeks to educate and inspire A majority of American households give to charity in some form or another--from local donations to food banks, religious organizations, or schools, to contributions to prevent disease or protect basic freedoms. Whether you're in a position to give $1 or $1 million, every giver needs to answer the same question: How do I channel my giving effectively to make the greatest difference? In Giving Done Right, Phil Buchanan, the president of the Center for Effective Philanthropy, arms donors with what it takes to do more good more quickly and to avoid predictable errors that lead too many astray. This crucial book will reveal the secrets and lessons learned from some of the biggest givers, busting commonly held myths and challenging the idea that "business thinking" holds the answer to effective philanthropy. And it offers the intellectual frameworks, data-driven insights, tools, and practical examples to allow readers to understand exactly what it takes to make a difference.
A collection of gorgeous photos celebrating five-hundred years of firearms, featuring the history, artistry, and evolving technology of the gun. Guns. For centuries, these beautiful, controversial, essential, and sometimes fearful machines have been an integral part of our lives. From the hand cannons and matchlock muskets of the 1500s to the latest military technology, this book celebrates the artistry, technology, cultural significance, and power of one-hundred iconic guns. Firearms enthusiasts, history buffs, and shooters of every stripe will find something to marvel at in this gorgeous full-color book.
From 50 yards and in, no golfer in history has demonstrated more talent, flair, creativity and precision, or generated more raw excitement, than Phil Mickelson. His ability with the sand wedge and putter are legendary not only among fans but his peers as well, and it is his skill with those clubs that is primarily responsible for his winning 34 tournaments on the PGA Tour, including three major championships. In his first-ever instruction book, Mickelson explains in detail how to master every phase of the short game. Mickelson maintains that any golfer of average ability can become a deadly short-game player by approaching the subject with a blend of science (proper mechanics and setup) and art (imagination and feel). Mickelson does a fine job explaining both; combining the wisdom of his great teachers with his own fertile imagination, cultivated from 34 years of experimentation, trial and error. No golfer can afford to miss out on Mickelson′s secrets and tips.
This book, first published in 1975, is a comprehensive examination of specialised strategic studies, and deals with the theoretical and policy aspects of the topic. It argues that military power is an intrinsic part of the international system, with strategy being the means by which military power may be used to achieve political objectives. Hence, given the destructiveness of modern weapons it is the prime aim of the strategic doctrines of the major powers not to wage war, but to use their military potential to further their interests by less catastrophic means. However, outside the Cold War superpower confrontation, strategy exhibits many of its traditional aspects. This book analyses both types of strategy variations.
Hoosier farm boy Phil Belcher opens his fictitious autobiography with the line, "Are you ready to be bored?" and ironically entices us into his life. Phil takes us on a comical coming-of-age journey where he survives the mischief of three older siblings, only to be hurled into the strict confines of Parochial school where his antics entangle him with the hierarchy of the church. An overriding theme of Getting in the Game is Phil's love of basketball and his desire to compete. What exemplifies his character is how he handles being cut from teams, yet carries his passion for the sport into adulthood. When Phil's marriage and fatherhood begin to crumble, it drives him into the arms of a forbidden woman. Phil's dream of getting in the game intensifies when his grandson inherits his drive and ambition for basketball success. Getting in the Game is a mixture of Ghost, Hoosiers, and Fried Green Tomatoes, but maintains its own identity as it runs the gamut of human emotions. Are you ready to see dreams fulfilled? Then start Getting in the Game!
A 2021 NCTE Charlotte Huck Award Honor Book A Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2020 A 2021 ALA Rainbow Book A Bank Street Best Book of 2021 A heartfelt and relatable novel from Phil Bildner, weaving the real history of Los Angeles Dodger and Oakland Athletic Glenn Burke--the first professional baseball player to come out as gay--into the story of a middle-school kid learning to be himself. When sixth grader Silas Wade does a school presentation on former Major Leaguer Glenn Burke, it’s more than just a report about the irrepressible inventor of the high five. Burke was a gay baseball player in the 1970s—and for Silas, the presentation is his own first baby step toward revealing a truth about himself he's tired of hiding. Soon he tells his best friend, Zoey, but the longer he keeps his secret from his baseball teammates, the more he suspects they know something’s up—especially when he stages one big cover-up with terrible consequences. A High Five for Glenn Burke is Phil Bildner’s most personal novel yet—a powerful story about the challenge of being true to yourself, especially when not everyone feels you belong on the field.
Wild Pocket follows Zenith McCloud's journey through a life that becomes as jagged as the lightning bolt that killed his parents. Left to the care of his loving grandparents, the tragic accident leaves Zenith with a scar in the form of an "X" on his left hand. It is believed to be the secret to his incredible bowling prowess. As an adult, stunning events and reflections concerning his love life and spiritual saga arise. An extraordinary idea to create the first world bowling tournament is de
How would you like to add an extra 10 years to your life??? An enjoyable 10 years? It is now possible with health approaches I use. And if 10 years is acceptable to you, how about 15 years? 20 years? Still more? Please note that I said AN ENJOYABLE 10 YEARS. I believe that we can all agree that life without some form of enjoyment is not worth living. After all, I want to enjoy the presence of other people, especially my grandkids and great grandkids. Their occasional presence is an absolute delight. I am personally looking forward to my next 20 years. And at the end of that 20 years, I now plan to enjoy another 20 years. Would you like to join me? I am personally looking forward to what the future will bring. And I very much wish that you would also look forward to the future as I do. Please note that this report is guaranteed to change your way of life, for the better. Just imagine: a life with no worries about catching an ordinary disease like a cold or the flu (I habitually pass up the opportunity for a flu shot each Fall); a life of better and better health and better and better enjoyment; and, through contact with me, access to other ideas that can contribute to your future satisfaction and well-being. I now have several topics in expanded form that I plan to send to all my honored subscribers. Is the prospect of enjoyably living many more years very exciting to you? Then my report titled Future Health should be just the ticket you need. So send a check for $35 to Phil Sumner, 10 Ruth Drive, Gordonville PA 17529. My report will be sent to you as soon as possible. Send for your copy of my report today; your life of better and more enjoyable health awaits you. Your satisfaction is guaranteed; if you are not satisfied with the report, you can send it back undamaged and I will gladly refund your money.
A splendidly crafted work of Insurgency. Mr. Snider goes into great detail on how the movements of the 21st century must organize. If they are to defeat the new technological trends and methodologies brought about by the last two great insurgencies.
Who IS that Guy? Year in and year out the football powerhouse Hert City Trojans import a ringer to fuel their championship charge, but their luck is about to change. In the small backwater town of Tsalagee, first-year coach Donny Doyle knows the only way he can fulfill his promise to unseat the Hert City juggernaut, is to beat them at their own Game. But in his own recruit, the mammoth and powerful, yet troubled and ominous Leotis McKinley, Doyle finds more than he bargained for. Set in Oklahoma, author Phil Trumans character-rich novel Game spins an energetic tale around the intensity and weightiness of small-town high school football. And yet, amid the fast-paced drive of the story, lies an account of the human spirit struggling through adversity and finding victory. Readers of any age or gender, once the final word is read, will feel the triumph, honor, and glory that comes fromGame.
Introducing Active-Isolated Stretching, the revolutionary yet remarkably simple flexibility program—featuring 59 stretches for over 55 different sports and everyday activities! Whether you’re a serious competitor or weekend warrior, you know that proper stretching before and after your workout can improve your performance, increase your flexibility, help prevent injury, and make you feel better. But did you know that the traditional way of stretching—lock your knees, bounce, hold, hurt, hold longer—actually makes muscles tighter and more prone to injury? There’s a new and better way to stretch: Active-Isolated Stretching. And with The Whartons’ Stretch Book, the method used successfully by scores of professional, amateur, and Olympic athletes is now available to everyone. This groundbreaking technique, developed by researchers, coaches, and trainers, and pioneered by Jim and Phil Wharton, is your new exercise prescription. The routine is simple: First, you prepare to stretch one isolated muscle at a time. Then you actively contract the muscle opposite the isolated muscle, which will then relax in preparation for its stretch. You stretch it gently and quickly—for no more than two seconds—and release it before it goes into its protective contraction. Then you repeat. Simple, but the results are outstanding. The Whartons’ Stretch Book explains it all. Part I contains the Active-Isolated Stretch Catalog, with fully illustrated, easy-to-follow stretches for each of five body zones, from neck and shoulders to trunk, arms, and legs—over fifty stretches in all. Part II offers specific stretching prescriptions for over fifty-five sports and activities, from running, tennis, track, and aerobics to skiing, skating, and swimming. You’ll also find advice on stretching for daily activities such as driving, working at a desk, lifting, and keyboarding. Part III discusses stretching for life, with specific recommendations for expectant mothers and older athletes. It also includes specific stretching exercises that could help you avoid unnecessary surgery. Give Active-Isolated Stretching a try for three weeks. You’ll never go back to your old stretching routines again.
Following Rabbi Jesus is a surprising exposure of who the Jesus we find in the Gospels really is, what he teaches those who dare to follow him, and how he models what it means to live God's radical-kingdom way. The reader of the book will discover in this exploration a very different Jesus from the celebrity or hero of much popular church culture, the tame, ineffective Jesus of compromised Christianity, and the inaccessible, conceptual Christ of much academic theology. The reader who takes the chance of honestly engaging the Jesus we meet in the Gospel stories may find an engaging and liberating contrast to the life he is now living. He may even want to make a turn or two, and start over.
From life along the Tigris River in the 1970s to the ongoing Arab Spring uprisings, Phil Karber has witnessed decades of change throughout the Middle East. Fear and Faith in Paradise draws on his wealth of experience to sketch a timely and compelling portrait of the region throughout history. Going beyond the endless images of terrorism and war, he challenges pervasive stereotypes of Muslims and delves into the living history and cultures of Arabs, Turks, Kurds, Persians, Jews, Tunisians, Moroccans, Armenians, and others. Seamlessly moving between past and present, Karber skillfully develops two overarching themes: How America's footprint can be shifted from a military to a humanitarian emphasis and how fear is used as a cudgel by today’s monotheistic leaders to sacrifice the faithful. Whether Christian, Muslim, or Jewish, they all invoke their own vision of paradise, often as incentive, in hopeless conflicts that seem doomed to be repeated. Karber’s down-to-earth writing vividly conveys the region’s charm and beauty against a backdrop of power struggles among competing faiths, nationalisms, and outside forces.
Beautifully written and produced' 'Packed full of thought-provoking truths' 'A good devotional read or for anyone with a busy schedule' Part-serialised in Quiet Spaces, the prayer and spirituality journal from BRF. Jesus said, 'I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children ... 'These are radical words; potentially life-changing words. Yet how many of us truly believe that we need to become like little children? What might be the implications for our life and faith? As a Child is an exploration of this call to childlikeness, this call to littleness - a call made not to children, but to adults - not to those who are naturally childlike, but to those who have grown out of their childlike nature. It is a book for all who desire to grow in their faith, to enter into all that God has for us, to live the life God wants us to live and to be the people God wants us to be. For all are willing to respond to Jesus' call, and become like a little child.
Dr Phil Nuernberger tells us that stress arises when we let fear and self-doubt control our thoughts and actions. He then shows us how to take charge of the powers of our mind, addresses the roots of our fears, and offers real, workable solutions to the epidemic of stress in our world today.
It is said that one of the earliest trades in the world is that of the armorer. Historically, it is a profession dated slightly after prostitution, but well before banking! Since the birth of the Royal Flying Corps in 1912 through to the modern Royal Air Force, the role of the armorer has been pivotal. Not for nothing did the founder of the RAF, Lord Trenchard, once declare: ‘The armorer – without him there is no need for an air force.’ In the years since the need for RAF armorers was first recognized, it has been a role that has evolved with the times. What has remained constant, however, is the fact that it is still a fascinating and potentially dangerous trade with many different branches and specialisms. In this book the authors, one of whom, Tony Lamsdale, is himself a former RAF armorer, reveal the previously untold story of how the trade has adapted to the most modern of military machines, the aircraft. The authors look at the shared history of the armorer and the RAF through the eyes of those who served. These veterans’ stories span decades, and their first-hand accounts and insights into conflict and peace-time operations demonstrate the qualities and characteristics that make armorers unique. The book starts with a brief history of the armorer, then before capturing the adventures and exploits of RAF armorers from the Second World War and on into the Cold War. The dangerous duties of the armorers on deployment in such places as the Falklands, Iran, Iraq or Afghanistan are all explored. There is also the question of having to learn of bomb dumps, the use of small arms and the unique world of the armorer with its own peculiar language and the camaraderie of the crew room. With each chapter brought to life through personal anecdotes and shared experiences, this book provides an insight into an utterly essential role which has remained largely hidden – until now.
A dark novel set in the 'Lovecraft Villages' of Devon, spanning several thousand years, from the time it was occupied by the Dumnonii, through the 19th century to its more contemporary occupation by holiday park dwellers, marketing professionals, doggers and other romantics.
These ten fictional short stories give students of counselling and psychotherapy a unique insight into what actually goes on in therapy. Exploring aspects of the client-therapist relationship, the reader is given a fly-on-the-wall view of the therapeutic process. Rather than suggesting a ′correct′ approach, they explore possibilities and provide entertaining, vivid and thought-provoking descriptions of the therapeutic journey. Issues explored include: - contracting - boundaries and confrontation - self-disclosure on the part of the therapist - dream interpretation - the influence of the consulting room environment - conflicting belief systems. These are much more than just engaging stories - Phil Lapworth draws on over 25 years of clinical experience to show how the student can integrate theory into real practice with real clients. The final chapter explicitly highlights the specific theories, models and issues that are illustrated throughout and provides questions, learning objectives, exercises and further reading to encourage critical thinking. A door into the often-hidden perspective of what a therapist might think and feel within the therapy session, this ′shrink-wrapped′ resource will be treasured by counselling and psychotherapy trainees and practitioners for years to come. Reader Responses to Tales from the Therapy Room: ′Delightful, moving stories, recounted with pith and wit′ ′What a little gem this book is. Each short story distinct, crisp and unpredictable′ ′A delightful, thoughtful and often funny peek into an imaginary therapy room′ ′I′m limiting myself to 1 tale a night, so that I can savour it a bit longer′ ′These tales have something of a detective story about them...unnerving and compelling at the same time like a good thriller, with a wonderful twist in the end′ ′Beautifully constructed and lightly executed′ ′Distinct, crisp and unpredictable... I came to believe that even the author was surprised by what came next′ ′I found this book un-put-down-able and re-read several of the stories′ ′Phil Lapworth seems to have invented a new genre of his own. Each story is a little jewel, and I had to keep reminding myself that they were fictional′ ′He has caught the poignancy of human vulnerability as well as its absurdity and humour′ ′These stories stand undeniably on their own as surprising and delightful duets of the psychotherapeutic relationship, often concluding with a wry and humorous twist, always entertaining and warm-hearted. We look forward to reading more such tales′
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