The U.S. Declaration of Independence of 1776 decreed that all men were created equal and were endowed by their Creator with “certain unalienable Rights.” Yet, U.S.-born free and enslaved Black people were not recognized as citizens with “equal protections under the law” until the passage of the Fourteenth Amendment. Even then, White supremacists impeded the equal rights of Black people as citizens due to their beliefs in the inferiority of Black people and that America was a nation for White people. White supremacists turned to biblical passages to lend divine justification for their views. A Womanist Reading of Hebrew Bible Narratives as the Politics of Belonging from an Outsider Within analyzes select biblical narratives, including Noah’s curse in Genesis 9; Sarah and Hagar in Genesis 16 and 21; Mother in Israel in Judges 5; and Jezebel, Phoenician Princess and Queen of Israel in 1 and 2 Kings. This analysis demonstrates how these narratives were first used by ancient biblical writers to include some and exclude others as members of the nation of Israel and then appropriated by White supremacists in the antebellum era and the early twentieth century to do the same in America. The book analyzes the simultaneously intersecting and interconnecting dynamics among race, gender, class, and sexuality and biblical narratives to construct boundaries between “us versus them,” particularly the politicization of motherhood to deny certain groups’ inclusion.
This book which has caught your attention, will enlighten your interest. It's about the books in the Bible with an eleventh chapter and twenty-ninth verse. In the Bible, thirty-four books have at least eleven chapters. However, out of the thirty-four books with the eleventh chapter, only nineteen books contain the twenty-ninth verse. Let's find out which books they are?
Perfect Peace VIII with the subtitle Prayer covers aspects of prayer in a creative, unique and profound manner. *The Lords Prayer *The word Prayer *Sinner Prayer *Types of Prayers *National Day of Prayer *Serenity Prayer *Praying Hands *The Most Noticeable Prayers *Hours of Prayer *Prayer Plant *Praying Mantis *P * R * A * Y * E * R Interesting. Right? __ Y __ N
A deeper intimacy with God ~ and a greater love for Him ~ and experiencing His Perfect Peace ~ is the sure result of this book. Biblical information given in a Unique and Profound way, by utilizing the last single-digit. This book is designed to keep you in Gods "Perfect Peace." According Isaiah 26:3-4, God will keep you in perfect peace IF your mind is stayed on Him. If that is your desire, you may find this book, The Last Single-Digit, just what you are searching for. In addition to engaging facts & events, there is a message from Gods word. In only a short time, you will discover more than you ever realized about Gods word that surrounds the Number Nine, the last single-digit. Get ready to enjoy, Isaiah 26:3-4, "Perfect Peace" ~ The Last Single-Digit
Isaiah 26:3 - 4 "Perfect Peace XX" is the 20th book in a series of Perfect Peace Books with the subtitle Judges 4:1 - 16. This book focuses on people, places, and words contained in that biblical event; Judges 4. The circumstances surrounding Deborah and Barak will be viewed in a different light after reading this book.
This 19th book with the subtitle "Eyes," focus on events that surround the word “Eyes." You will forever view the "Eyes" and the word “Eyes” uniquely. Discover peace and power from the Prince of Peace by relating “Eyes” to people, places, and things that are in your everyday surrounding.
Overcoming Church Conflict: Confessions of a Church Girl by Vanessa M. Cavett “Conflict tests your ability to endure the race,” says Vanessa M. Cavett in her book Overcoming Church Conflict: Confessions of a Church Girl. The book opens by delving into the history of the Black church in the United States and explores the role of Christianity. She reveals her own history as a Christian while giving testimony of her journey with Christ. Along the way, Cavett encounters the disruptive nature of envy within the church and details dramatic power struggles with deacons, missionaries, and even knife-wielding organists. Cavett keeps readers engaged as she tells the tale of her journey to find the right church that meets her spiritual needs. The book’s theme is overcoming adversity in the church, which is not where most people expect to find it. People look for love and acceptance in the church, but often find conflict. As a result, younger generations today are turning away from the church because it is not perfect and they face rejection. But Jesus said, “It is impossible but that offences will come,” and the church is no exception. Cavett explains that nothing in the earth realm is perfect, but encourages Christians to be fighters and overcome obstacles with the power of God. Cavett experienced church conflict and overcame it by God’s power, becoming a stronger Christian as a result. She encourages readers to understand there is a spiritual and a natural church. The first represents the body of Christ made of believers worldwide and the latter is the place believers gather to encourage each other and worship together. Jesus established the church; therefore, believers must not let the enemy cause them to abandon it because of evil forces placed there to distract them. Believers must remember the higher call of advancing God’s kingdom on earth. And they must be obedient to His word, which instructs them to assemble together in church and work to make it a place where Jesus Christ is exalted and His power is manifest. Cavett recommends this book to all pastors and youth leaders to distribute among youth and use as part of study groups. Overcoming Church Conflict centers around millennials, but is for all Christians, young and old, and especially for those who question the church’s purpose or relevance today. The book is a relatable, witty tale of worship, fellowship, and following God’s call.
Whether alone or with other saints, spiritual warfare will happen if you are bound for the Kingdom of God. Satan attacks adults as well as defenseless children. Reading this book will help you fight back and gain victory over the enemy. It will help you keep your children hidden under the cover of safety.
In contemporary Western culture, the word "fetus" introduces either a political subject or a literal, medicalized entity. Neither of these frameworks does justice to the vast array of religious literature and oral traditions from cultures around the world in which the fetus emerges as a powerful symbol or metaphor. This volume presents essays that explore the depiction of the fetus in the world's major religious traditions, finding some striking commonalities as well as intriguing differences. Among the themes that emerge is the tendency to conceive of the fetus as somehow independent of the mother's body -- as in the case of the Buddha, who is described as inhabiting a palace while gestating in the womb. On the other hand, the fetus can also symbolically represent profound human needs and emotions, such as the universal experience of vulnerability. The authors note how the advent of the fetal sonogram has transformed how people everywhere imagine the unborn today, giving rise to a narrow range of decidedly literal questions about personhood, gender, and disability.
If most of us were to be completely honest with ourselves, we would find places deep within us that cant trust God; at least not anymore. Life experiences, our own or those of others around us, have left us doubting the true nature of God. Is He really loving, big, faithful, trustworthy? Do our prayers really reach heaven? The Rampart is where we go to position ourselves to meet face to face with the one who is supposed to have been there when we needed Him most; the one who said He could do the impossible; or the one who still hasnt shown up yet. The Rampart is the place for those: -who want to believe that God is who He claims to be, but cant -who have journeyed with faith, only to face disappointment -who are intrigued by the thought of being a friend of God but find Him unreachable -who find themselves waiting and wondering how much longer In my own journey through life experiences, God has led me to a new place, one that has forever changed my perception of Him. In this place I found a bittersweet communion with Him, a safe haven, the ability to trust again, and an avenue to freedom from all that would hold me backThe Rampart.
This is the eighteenth book in a series called Perfect Peace with the subtitle Midnight. It focuses on events that surround the word “midnight” in the Bible. The midnight events will enlighten you. I believe at least one of those midnight events will hug your heart more than the others.
Isaiah 26:3-4 “Perfect Peace XXI” with the subtitle Winter will enlighten you. It focuses on events that surround the word Winter in the Bible. The word “Winter” is only mentioned a little over a dozen times. Find out what is happening around the word Winter, receive profound biblical knowledge, and be blessed.
The purpose of the Leader's Guide is to help teachers or facilitators present the chapters of Journey To The Well in Bible Study sessions. The guide is designed to heighten the class experience as they meet Jesus at the well and allow Him to transform their lives.
The Word of God reveals a simple truth that the enemy would never want us to know, and that truth is that God, the creator of joy, did not place joy out of our reach or make its presence in our lives dependent on our circumstances; instead, he benevolently created the nature of joy to be a product of our relationship with him. That is why you can see people living the most amazing seasons of their lives and still lack joy, while others experience the driest, most painful circumstances and somehow remain joyful. The latter have learned how to grow the fruit of joy in their lives through the help of the Holy Spirit. They don’t wait for their circumstances to change, and they don’t tell themselves they will be happier when they get what they are waiting for or that joy is unobtainable. They have learned to cultivate joy and, therefore, enjoy its sweetness during every season of their lives. This book focuses on truths from the Word of God that will teach you how to produce joy, regardless of your present circumstance.
I pray this book will give you a new awareness of Gods presence and peace by utilizing the number 16. This short book was written to help you stay in Gods perfect peace in a unique way. My desire is for you to realize that you can experience the presence and peace of the Lord every minute of the day every day.
Vanessa Rayner is the author of "Unique and Profound" biblical books. She is church-raised, God-appointed, and man-made certified. She has been taught by the Holy Spirit, trained by experiences, tried by adversity, and tested by fire. She knows that God can take life's experiences, Satan's evil, and mix it with your faith and create an awesome YOU! She received her doctor's degree from Jacksonville Theological Seminary.
No matter how you identify yourself on the wide spectrum of gender--and some people find themselves in significantly different locations on that spectrum from day to day--if you're Christian and you care about issues of gender, transgender, and justice, this book is for you. --from the Introduction Based on their own journeys as transgendered Christians, Mollenkott and Sheridan have created an inspiring book about hope, opportunity, struggle, joy, difficulty, and transcendence. They offer information and inspiration while sharing real-life experiences about the joy and pain of being both Christian and gender-variant to illustrate how each person's enactment of their authentic self helps to create an environment that moves toward moral justice for all persons. Those who identify as gender-variant or are struggling with their own identity will find this book a useful companion on their journey. It is also a valuable resource for those seeking to help their communities take the next steps toward a more just society. Chapter topics include: ¥ Equipping for the Journey ¥ Reordering Our Travel Priorities ¥ Virginia Ramey Mollenkott's Gender-Variant Journey ¥ Vanessa Sheridan's GenderVariant Journey ¥ What Does It Mean to Walk a Transgender Christian Pathway? ¥ Reclaiming Our Territory, Mapping Our Pathway ¥ Developing a Theology for the Transgender Journey ¥ Coming Out as an Act of Faith ¥ Wilderness Pilgrims and Prophets ¥ÊSteps that Lie Ahead
The authors of the wildly popular blog, At the Picket Fence, Heather and Vanessa share their inspiration, struggles, faith, and encouragement to women who, just like themselves, want a warm, God-centered, joy-filled life. Meditations, photographs, and simple, budget-friendly home décor tips and recipes are woven throughout Life In Season to help you celebrate the moments that fill your home, heart, and faith. Their easy-to-follow style and real-life stories prove that you don't need to consider yourself creative to create a home you will love.
Vanessa is a superb storyteller. --ReShonda Tate Billingsley A Blessed Trinity Novel As Pastor George Landris welcomes a new member to the Followers of Jesus Faith Worship Center, jealousy begins to shake up the congregation. . .. Gabrielle Mercedes has dreamed of being a dancer since she was a little girl. But her life takes a very different turn, and it's not the future she'd envisioned for herself. Feeling a void she can't fill, she finds the salvation she's been seeking in church and decides to start anew. Learning that her church has a dance ministry, she's thrilled to have her first love back in her life. Then she meets the handsome and professionally accomplished Zachary Wayne Morgan, and finally everything seems to be falling into place--until a past secret threatens to tear it all apart, and her newfound faith is put to the ultimate test. . . Praise For Vanessa Davis Griggs "I absolutely love Vanessa's unique writing style. She is one of a kind." --Mary Monroe, New York Times bestselling author "Will make you laugh, cry, shout, and praise God. Goodness and Mercy was a true page-turner and will make you want more and more." --Urban Reviews
The wedding between Angela Gabriel and Brent Underwood promises to be the Birmingham event of the year--and aspiring event planner Melissa Anderson has been working feverishly to make it happen. During this hectic time, she even agrees to go out on a date with a most unlikely prospect: Marcus Peeples. When it came to Marcus, it definitely wasn't love at first sight. But after a lovely evening together of Bible study at Followers of Jesus Faith Worship Center, Melissa has a change of heart. She learns not only is Marcus a successful investor, but he's also a gifted minister. There's just one hitch: He's divorced--a fact Melissa can't reconcile with scripture even though she knows he's a good man and father. But when Marcus's diva ex-wife decides she wants him back, Melissa soon discovers love, divorce, and faith have quite a bit in common. . . Praise for Vanessa Davis Griggs and her novels. . . "This inspirational novel leaves the reader eager to know what Griggs plans next for this spiritual family." --Publishers Weekly on Blessed Trinity
The twelfth book in a series titled Isaiah 26:34 Perfect Peace. What are some of the most important rivers in the Bible? Do you know the difference between a river, a stream, and a brook? What awesome Bible events took place in these bodies of water? If you dont know the answers to these questions, this book will help you answer these questions and will share unique information regarding the Bible.
I absolutely love Vanessa's unique writing style. She is one of a kind. --Mary Monroe, New York Times bestselling author "Full of crazy church politics and a huge cast, Griggs keeps this on-going story alive by addressing the challenges of living by Biblical rules with homespun humor." --Publishers Weekly As the son of a well-known minister, Clarence Walker knows his decision to leave his father's flock and join Pastor George Landris's mega-church ministry is controversial. But little does he suspect it will ignite a firestorm of revelations that will shake the heart of the congregation--and his very own family. . . From a long-buried secret that will bring the paternity of not one, but two women, to light, to a parishioner whose long awaited love match may be thwarted by an unexpected source, hidden truths are coming to the surface. But most shocking is that Clarence's own father, Reverend Marshall Walker, may not be the pious figure he claims to be. And since evidence of his transgressions lies in the hands of his arch nemesis, it's only a matter of time before Reverend Walker's life--and his church--falls like a house of cards. Praise For Vanessa Davis Griggs "A beautiful, hip, and spiritual retelling of one of the most memorable and redemptive stories in the Bible." --Freshfiction.com on Redeeming Waters "A smart novel that addresses an issue that many in the church shy away from--divorce--with frank realism." --Library Journal on Practicing What You Preach
Do you know how many books in the Bible have a 25th chapter with a 41st verse? Biblical information revealed in an "Unique and Profound" way concerning these three verses will draw you nearer to God. This book is written to help you stay in God's Perfect Peace in a holy, informative, and unique way. The number 2541 is my earthly parents resting place, to them I dedicate this book to. This book is part of the Isaiah 26:3-4, "Perfect Peace" series. It's the fifth book with the subtitle 2541. It spotlight three verses, Leviticus 25:41, 1 Samuel 25:41, and Matthew 25:41. The words in these passage of scriptures will forever relate to you in a more meaningful and spiritual way. You will be enlightened, and I'm sure of that in Jesus Name. Amen.
Vanessa Ochs retells well known stories of Biblical women in terms that will inspire women today. Beginning with Eve, she adds a reflection on the lesson each story has to offer, then offers a ritual for each.
How far will faith and love go when an ambitious man finds himself in the fight of his life--with a woman who knows the other side of goodness all too well. . . Fifty-year-old Alabama congressman Lawrence Rudolph Simmons will do whatever it takes to get re-elected--even switch parties from Democrat to Republican. With the political tide turning, Lawrence feels it's his best shot--along with his charisma, solid twenty-nine year marriage, and three great kids. But a buried secret from his past is about to be resurrected.. . . It's been eight years since Gabrielle Mercedes gave up her baby for adoption. But when she learns the child desperately needs a bone marrow transplant, she doesn't hesitate to contact the congressman. Like Lawrence, Gabrielle will fight for what she wants, even if it means the truth could ruin someone else's life and career. . .. "There are enough tears, hugs, and lessons learned before summer's over to appease readers, young and adult, who like a good dose of faith with their fiction." --Publishers Weekly on Ray of Hope "Griggs address[es] the challenges of living by Biblical rules with homespun humor. Fans will be pleased." --Publishers Weekly on The Truth Is the Light "A smart novel that addresses an issue that many in the church shy away from--divorce--with frank realism."--Library Journal on Practicing What You Preach "I absolutely love Vanessa's unique writing style. She is one of a kind." --Mary Monroe, New York Times bestselling author
SPEAK LIFE is about what it means to intentionally harness the power of the spoken word for the good, as an act of blessing. What does the Bible say about how we use our words? Is our daily communication important to God? In essence, how can we bless one another with our words. And, why should we make speaking to bless others a priority? These and other questions are addressed in this Scriptural exploration and admonition to SPEAK LIFE! Dr. Vanessa Wynder Quainoo is an Associate Pastor and Associate Professor of Communication Studies. With twenty years of college teaching experience and a passion for sharing Biblical teaching about communication, Dr. Quainoo speaks at Churches, workshops, seminars and universities throughout the United States and West Africa. Her work also includes developing Biblical models of communication for married couples, families and multicultural communities. Married to Bishop Joseph Quainoo, they are blessed with three sons and make their home in New England, USA.
Exploring the archives of the Man Booker prize-winning novelist Julian Barnes – including notebooks, drafts, typescripts and publishing correspondence – this book is an extraordinary in-depth study of the creative practice of a major contemporary novelist. In Julian Barnes from the Margins, Vanessa Guignery charts the genesis and publication history of all of Barnes's major novels, from his debut with Metroland, through Flaubert's Parrot and A History of the World in 10 1⁄2 Chapters to The Sense of an Ending.
Do you know how many times the word “arrow” is mentioned in the KJV Bible? Isaiah 26:3–4, “Perfect Peace XVII”: Arrow speaks on the scriptures and events that surround the word “arrow.” This knowledge will give you a bird’s-eye view about arrows in the Bible. I pray you will be enlightened as well as blessed from reading this book.
I was truly blessed to write this book. Basically, each chapter entwines with the other in some shape, form, or fashion. I like that it helped boost my memory and gave me the clarity surrounding this particular biblical event and the individuals who were involved in it. I pray it will do the same for you. Among Elijah, King Ahab, Queen Jezebel, Hazael, Elisha, Jehu, Ahaziah, Joash, Saul (apostle Paul), Gehazi, Naaman, Rezon, Abram, Ezekiel, Peter and John, Queen Athaliah, Obadiah, Joash and Jehoiada, Nehemiah, Joram, Noah, Moses, and King Benhadad, which two captivated your mind the most?
Get ready, get ready to enjoy, Isaiah 26:34 Perfect Peace VII. This book will open your mind to the perfect peace that comes only from God. It will give you a new awareness of Gods presence and peace by utilizing the number eleven. By reading this short Unique and Profound book, you will learn more than you ever realized about Gods word that surrounds the number eleven.
Part Terry McMillan, part Jan Karon, bestselling author Griggs combines superb writing, mystery, and suspense in the first book in a powerful new trilogy.
Former hustler Isaac, who only wants to live for God and win back his baby's mama, must make a tough decision when his past catches up with him and tragedy strikes. Original.
An interesting rereading of familiar texts by Emily and Charlotte Bronte, Elizabeth Gaskell, and George Eliot recovering the historical and literary roots of the supernatural as it appears in each women's work. Dickerson (English, Rhodes College) makes interesting observations about women's changing roles in the 19th century when scientific advancements relegated women to the home as arbiters of the spiritual while men occupied themselves with "rational" invention. Through close readings, she demonstrates how the Brontes, Gaskell, and Eliot resisted this division and, simultaneously, created a spiritual genre of writing traditionally denigrated by critics. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
How many G men in the Bible do you know? Forty-four names of men begin with the letter G, and some of those names belong to more than one man. This book will forever give you a different perspective on men in your life whose name begins with the letter G. I pray you enjoy this book and be blessed.
When Vanessa Ochs begins to suspect her various physical ailments are due to her leading an ?unsanctified life,? she decides to travel to Jerusalem with her family to explore the sacred books of Judaism. Armed with a list of institutions and the names of women who specialize in teaching these sacred texts, Ochs sets out on a journey of discovery. She forges a personal relationship with her mentors, women who are determined to disprove the claim of Rabbi Eliezer ben Hyrcanus: ?The words of the Torah should be burnt rather than taught to women.? As her year in Jerusalem draws to a close, Ochs begins to find a way to reconcile her feminist views with her quest to live a life according to laws shaped by the ?sexist? views of traditional Judaism.Part scholarly investigation, part anecdotal memoir, Words on Fire is an accessible portrait of a remote world and a fascinating, firsthand account of the clash between feminism and Judaism.
Vanessa is a superb storyteller." --ReShonda Tate Billingsley "I absolutely love Vanessa's unique writing style. She is one of a kind." --Mary Monroe, New York Times bestselling author Teen sisters Sahara and Crystal Nichols are acting up, and their risqué behavior is more than their mother can handle. Enter the girls' 75-year-old churchgoing grandmother, Ma Ray, who takes charge of the young women. She's determined to turn their lives around--and knows more about being a bad girl than either sister bargained for. And when they learn of their grandmother's former rebel antics, which were wild enough to rival their own, they begin to appreciate her present-day passion for leading a more productive life--via family, love, and faith. . . "There are enough tears, hugs, and lessons learned to appease readers, young and adult, who like a good dose of faith with their fiction." --Publishers Weekly
Believing that the unfaithful men in their lives are responsible for all of their problems, Elizabeth Underwood and Nina Lewis, deciding to take action to heal their troubled souls, must choose between revenge and redemption when God offers them a second chance. Original.
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