This is a gripping novel from the start. Colin and her guard dog, Bosch, have found evidence to indicate someone has been in their beach house. Should Colin have listened to her family? Colin hopes to be a godly example to a new acquaintance (Jessie), when conditions change things. Colin returns to the beach house after surgery from a fall, and a young native boy appears at the door, hoping for a family. Jacob, a distant neighbor (staying with his sister Amy), is fluent in Spanish; so Colin and Jessie make plans to ask him to dinner, hoping he can translate what Pedro is trying to tell them. As the story unravels, they all fall in love with a young boy, Pedro, including JacobaEUR(tm)s sister, Amy. They cannot find any relative to claim him. But now that a family in town wants to adopt him, how is Jacob going to fix this problem? He loves Pedro, a son he was unable to have. What will Jessie do if her husband comes looking for her? Meanwhile, the plot takes a sudden turn when the outside cottage wall caves in while Colin is in the shower.The excitement is just beginning as God changes hearts, giving tender victories.
Heartfelt Passion. Breath Taking Suspense. Soul stirring cries of desperationan exhilarating testimony of love and faith. From The Author Yvonne L. James Love Unconditionally, is about the Agape Love of God that forgives, covers and conquers all. Unconditional love holds us up under the various pressures and visitudes of life; giving us the grace to make it through anything. Truly this book is a testament of faith, hope and courage for the entire family and is a tremendous witness to the power of unconditional love. As you read, experience the Unconditional Love Of God and how that love empowers us to make it through the storms of life.
For three decades, Angela Y. Davis has written on liberation theory and democratic praxis. Challenging the foundations of mainstream discourse, her analyses of culture, gender, capital, and race have profoundly influenced democratic theory, antiracist feminism, critical studies and political struggles. Even for readers who primarily know her as a revolutionary of the late 1960s and early 1970s (or as a political icon for militant activism) she has greatly expanded the scope and range of social philosophy and political theory. Expanding critical theory, contemporary progressive theorists - engaged in justice struggles - will find their thought influenced by the liberation praxis of Angela Y. Davis. The Angela Y. Davis Reader presents eighteen essays from her writings and interviews which have appeared in If They Come in the Morning, Women, Race, and Class, Women, Culture, and Politics, and Black Women and the Blues as well as articles published in women's, ethnic/black studies and communist journals, and cultural studies anthologies. In four parts - "Prisons, Repression, and Resistance", "Marxism, Anti-Racism, and Feminism", "Aesthetics and Culture", and recent interviews - Davis examines revolutionary politics and intellectualism. Davis's discourse chronicles progressive political movements and social philosophy. It is essential reading for anyone interested in contemporary political philosophy, critical race theory, social theory, ethnic studies, American studies, African American studies, cultural theory, feminist philosophy, gender studies.
Ever wanted to eavesdrop on conversations between women of the Bible? Here's your chance to experience "what might have been" with this fun-filled compilation of short skits on prominent biblical women. Using a good dose of humor, Edna James has pulled back the curtain on several women of the Bible to point out spiritual truths that do not stray from biblical teachings. She shows how Eve may have dealt with everyone faulting her for eating the apple, explores the rivalry between sisters Rebekah and Leah, and reveals the deep friendship and love between Naomi and Ruth. Several other skits also focus on how biblical women dealt with the consequences of their decisions. In addition, James includes a study guide for each skit. She provides the relevant Bible verses pertaining to the stories, and asks pertinent questions for further reflection. Women of all ages can use these guides to stop and think about their lives and how they might have responded if they had been faced with the same circumstances as these biblical women. Useful for Sunday school lessons, women's groups, or ministries, Women of the Bible is sure to inspire and encourage!
Eleven Authors/Poets have chosen to compile a collection of their original work. This book notates soulful reveries and heartfelt experiences, amazing and wise observations on life. Become empowered and enlightened by these poetic displays of creativity. Come and join the Conversation!
In his first term as Vermont state senator, he supported welfare bills and environmental protection. As Vermont's attorney general, he helped draft and then implement some of the most important legislation in the nation - the bottle bill, ban on billboards, and land protection.".
Ever wanted to eavesdrop on conversations between women of the Bible? Here's your chance to experience "what might have been" with this fun-filled compilation of short skits on prominent biblical women. Using a good dose of humor, Edna James has pulled back the curtain on several women of the Bible to point out spiritual truths that do not stray from biblical teachings. She shows how Eve may have dealt with everyone faulting her for eating the apple, explores the rivalry between sisters Rebekah and Leah, and reveals the deep friendship and love between Naomi and Ruth. Several other skits also focus on how biblical women dealt with the consequences of their decisions. In addition, James includes a study guide for each skit. She provides the relevant Bible verses pertaining to the stories, and asks pertinent questions for further reflection. Women of all ages can use these guides to stop and think about their lives and how they might have responded if they had been faced with the same circumstances as these biblical women. Useful for Sunday school lessons, women's groups, or ministries, Women of the Bible is sure to inspire and encourage!
John has spent the majority of his young adult life either helping his friend Rusty up in the mountains where he made his home or since his death he has spent his time researching the possibilities. Now he has the chance to keep a promise he made to his friend so many years ago. Mr. Cooper, Rusty said to tell you,"Gotcha!
Book Summary Sometimes we don't know why people come into our lives at a particular time, but we know God doesn't make mistakes. Jada has had her share of surprises in life: death, broken relationships, sickness, hurt, abandonment. Can she take anything else before she breaks? God doesn't put any more on you than you can bare, but He will prepare you for what's to come. Is Jada strong enough to go through the storm she is about to face? Will her faith waiver, or will she loose it all together? Is her faith strong enough to withstand what is about to come? The true test is on the way......... About The Author Yvonne L. Lewis-James Minister Yvonne L. Lewis James was born in Smithers, West Virginia. She is the 4th of five children. She married to Capt. Richard L. "Casey" James (Deceased Dec. 19, 2015), and has 6 children and 17 grandchildren. She now lives in Charleston, West Virginia. Yvonne is the CEO/Founder of the Sarcoidosis Foundation Of WV Inc, in Charleston, West Virginia, Editor-in-Chief/Founder of Sarcoidosis Today Magazine, launched in 2015. She is also on the Board Of Directors at the Foundation For Sarcoidosis Research (FSR) in Chicago, IL; Chair's FSR's Sarcoidosis Group Advisory Council (SGAC) and also on FSR's Ambassador Program for Sarcoidosis. She is also a new and upcoming Screenwriter.Yvonne is a 27 year survivor of Sarcoidosis and a 3 year survivor of Breast Cancer, so she knows how to fight, survive, still love God, stand and love others through her own test and trials. Yvonne was inspired to write love stories due to so much misplaced and lack of true and unconditional love today, and because of her love for people. She believes that Christians go through trials and tribulations too, but we go through differently. She believes Love is important to survival because God is Love.Galatians 5:14; "For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself."Everyone that reads these books, she prays that God blesses you in a mighty way. GOD BLESS! Yvonne prays you enjoyed "Love Unconditionally" and prays you are blessed with "Jada.
From the Yoga Mat to the Corner Office links yoga practices with the business environment. Using simple exercises, illuminating workplace survey results, and the perspectives of successful professionals at Google, Facebook, Walmart, and other cutting-edge global organizations, this book can help you achieve lower stress, greater productivity, and more success!
Seeds for Sermons, Talks, and Addresses offers wise and biblically sound guidance to people seasoned or new to the Christian ministry who seek inspiration for their service and witness. Mary L. Hampton Battle, a Bible teacher and devoted Christian, brings years of study and teaching to this collection of talks on living faithfully, serving humbly, and witnessing powerfully. Seeds for Sermons, Talks, and Addresses will examine biblical texts, promote understanding of their basic meanings, sort through the interpretations of complicated passages, and show how the readings provide insights into God’s plans for each Christian and for the whole world. When you reflect upon your ministry and find yourself wondering where in the Bible to turn for wisdom, how to apply that wisdom to daily living, and what plan you should follow to teach the truths of the Christian faith to others, then Seeds for Sermons, Talks, and Addresses can help you. Whether you are new to your service or seasoned and looking for renewal, this collection can sow its seeds in your life, so that you may enjoy a rich harvest in the faith.
Those of us who have worked on the frontline of Aboriginal health for any length of time know that beneath the surface reality of Aboriginal people's poor health outcomes sits a deeper truth. It is about the importance of social and emotional wellbeing, and how this flows from a sense of control over one's own life. Where this is lacking, as it is in so many Aboriginal families and communities, there is instead indifference and despair and a descent into poor lifestyle choices and self-destructive behaviours. Our medical professionals do a great job of prescribing medicines and devising treatment programs but, to fix the root causes of ill-health, we need something more. As Aboriginal people we need to have a sense of agency in our lives, that we are not stray leaves blowing about in the wind. In a word, we need empowerment". Dr. Pat Anderson, Chairperson, the Lowitja Institute, Australia's National Institute for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Research.
Thomas is searching for a place called home. When Thomas Knight’s life takes a turn from what he expected, he wanders the streets, seeking companionship from the homeless, visiting their shelters, wondering if he is as foolish as Esau who sold his birthright for a bowl of soup. Until he meets Gloria. And a three-year commitment to the Lord is challenged—a commitment that might just change his life. Gloria Seely thinks she might be saving Thomas’s life when she finds him standing on a creek bank where a homeless man almost died. After getting to know Thomas, she’s tempted to break her vow of giving up men entirely. However, she soon discovers he isn’t at all who or what she thought, and she may be the one who needs saving. Can love put down roots when the truth is revealed?
The Model Compositions for Primary Level 1-6 series is especially written with young learners in mind and is aimed at exposing them to composition writing in a very user-friendly and enjoyable manner on topics related to their everyday experiences as well as close to their hearts. The model compositions are carefully selected based on the understanding of how a young mind learns, thinks and feels. The topic for each model composition is drawn from the experiences, thoughts, ideas and feelings of young learners. The themes are presented in different writing styles. This series provides ample and consistent practice for young learners for every level of primary school. The variety of themes also enables the learners to be exposed to different topics and areas to write well. The first three levels are already published and the next three levels will be completed soon. A learner who starts to practice from Level 1 to Level 6 will have covered 1000 model compositions which will no doubt provide a very solid foundation for excellent writing once the learner moves up to junior high school. The vocabulary bank of the learner will also increase tremendously across a wide variety of topics and themes. Also, embedded in this gem is a good selection of children’s poems and haiku! Idioms, similes, collective nouns and animal sound enhance and enrich the writing mastery as well as the sophistication of expressions of the young learners as they not only grasp models of sentence structures but also learn to transform their ideas using meaningful vocabulary and common expressions. Each composition imparts the underlying values and positive attitudes for character building, living a meaningful life and contributing positively to the community, hence making a positive difference wherever the learners may be.
Yvonne Collinson Heath will never forget the telephone call that changed her life for ever. On 23 March 2002, her eldest son, James – a private with the Royal Logistic Corps – was found dead in mysterious circumstances at the notorious Deepcut barracks. He had a single gunshot wound to the head. It was a tragedy that to this day raises questions. A Mother’s War recounts Yvonne’s anguish at losing her son, a boy who dreamed of serving his country but died before he had even reached his 18th birthday. It is also the powerful story of an extraordinary woman who overcame adversity – including the hurt of being abandoned by her father, bullied as a child and abused by a trusted uncle – to find love and raise a son, only to see him cruelly taken from her within weeks of his joining the Army. It reveals how her decade-long quest for answers uncovered sinister secrets and a series of cover-ups that went right to the heart of Whitehall. Above all else, A Mother’s War is the story of how Yvonne’s grief triggered a search for the truth that took her to Downing Street and captured the hearts of the nation.
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