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The Wretched Life of Priscilla Wolcott Volume 1: Widow Wonderland is the story of Priscilla Wolcott, a sixty-six-year-old woman who faces the challenges that rise up following the sudden death of her husband, Jared. Her faith is tested as she learns how to grieve, be alone, deal with family members, find a church home, and be more outgoing. Shaped by a team of unusual characters, she discovers the supernatural healing power of forgiveness, and the importance of being still, listening, and waiting for God. Through this process, she realizes how much she is loved and discovers that she, too, is capable of loving.

There is a great deal of dread, ambiguity, and mystery surrounding the subject of death. Whenever the topic of death is discussed or raised, it invokes fear, intimidation, unease, and discomfort. Most people do not want to discuss death, yet their life activities, desires, operations, goals, and objectives are all built around avoiding, postponing, surviving, escaping, and eliminating the prospect of death on a short-term, medium-term, or long-term basis. There is nothing to fear or worry about death when you discover what death is all about.As we discover in Volume Two, knowledge is power because it removes ignorance and darkness hovering over any problem or misunderstood phenomenon. Knowledge can expose any problem or circumstance as weak. Knowledge helps us to understand any problem by breaking it down into its basic elements, components, activities, process, and origin, which makes it easier to find a solution. The veil of ignorance is stripped away by knowledge, and solutions are envisaged to resolve the issue. Through knowledge, you can exercise the power and dominion of Christ over any deadly circumstances in life and effect a positive change to your advantage. In Volume Two of The Last Enemy we unmasked the true identity of death by exposing all the domains of death such as the spirit, power, force, law, realm, curse, condition, circumstance, state, places, avenues, and instruments of death. Discover the true essence or substances of death. We provide an in-depth investigation into the attributes, characteristics, and properties of the power of death at work in the world through sin.Through this study, we unravel how death impacts, influences, controls, and determines what people experience, change, and experience every day. Throughout this volume, death's myths and mysteries are deconstructed by exposing its agenda, inner workings, activities, force, power, and weakness. We look at the impact of the forces of death on the hearts, minds, and characters of human beings. We look at ''what death is'' and'' what death is not'' displacing every single piece of misinformation, mystery, and myth about death. Our investigation unravels death's latent power as the source of all evil and wickedness expressed and manifested in the world. Moreover, we presented empirical studies into the parallels of death from different perspectives and phenomena in everyday life experiences that expose death in its most fundamental concepts that will engage the mind of the reader. So much to discover when you delve into the latent and most significant force, power, influence, and reality that shape and direct the life and existence of so many things and events in our world.

Have you ever thought about the reason, origin, meaning, and significance of death? Have you thought about the day you will die and what comes after? Have you been threatened with death by someone? Are you afraid of sickness, disease, failure, poverty, or trauma? Have you lost a loved one, friend, or family member? Do you work in a high-risk job, business, or profession dominated by fear of death or fatal attractions? In human interaction and communication circles, the subject of death is a forbidden topic or taboo due to diverse misconceptions, misinformation, myths, tales, and fears that surround the phenomenon of death. In reality, many of our most fundamental concerns revolve around the fear of death, mortality, and the struggle for survival, such as food security, accommodation, finances, health care, living standards, and job security. Many key economic sectors, social services, and industries play a crucial role in our daily lives, such as food production, pharmaceuticals, security agencies, and life insurance, which all serve humanity's struggle with death and survival. Over the course of human history and civilization, men and women have been obsessed with issues such as pain, grief, uncertainty, and mysteries surrounding death. Why did death become such a powerful reality, phenomenon, state of being, circumstance, power, and force that controls humanity, other creatures, and the environment? We answer very pertinent questions such as; What is death? What is the origin of death? In this Volume, we examine death's legal implications and jurisprudence from a perspective of the rule of law, righteousness, and justice. We unmasked the root cause of death? In addition to an international survey of the definitions of death, we presented global reports of medical definitions, philosophical definitions, legal definitions, and legislative definitions, as well as eight (8) revelations-based definitions of death. In addition, we explore in detail the significance, evidence, symptoms, and parallels of death. We unmasked the phenomenon of death as it applies to all facets of human life and existence in the world. This volume will engage and transform your mind, thoughts, imagination, and perception of life in general. It will leave you with a paradigm shift in your views and perceptions about everyday life experiences, circumstances, and events.

Laura Brookline, a city-streetwise detective, and her twin sister, Sara, a compassionate US Army nurse, got more than they bargained for when they won an all-expenses-paid summer vacation. Even before arriving in the seemingly peaceful resort town of Rogers Cove, New Jersey, they evade an attempted kidnapping and discover they're atop an unknown enemy's dark web hit list. In Rogers Cove, as threats mount, they team up with a local cop, Greg Waller, and his pal, Stewy Bishop--both veterans with visible and invisible war wounds. As attempts on their lives continue, new allies--including federal agents and agencies, another target of the assassins, a college professor, a retired physician, and some town locals--join the battle against a series of killers eager to collect the bounty on the twins. While countering the most professional and sadistic assassin, Monique Dumas, who in many guises, relentlessly stalks the twins, Stewy and Greg wrestle with the scars of war, Laura must confront her shattered faith in God, and Sara finds unexpected sacrificial love in a cauldron of lethal events. Each sister ultimately learns that their danger is in her eyes--one blue and one brown--making them the prime targets of shadowy, satanic, and powerful forces paying top dollar for their demise.

"MIRACLES IN ORDINARY MOMENTS" is a captivating and spiritually enriching novel that delves into the profound beauty hidden within the simplicity of everyday life. It weaves a narrative tapestry filled with themes of faith, friendship, and the extraordinary moments that often go unnoticed in our busy lives.

Doubt Confronts Rational BeliefWyatt Brown, while visiting his grandmother in a nursing home, meets an elderly black man, Marcus Francis, working on a puzzle. The man, during their first encounter, asks Wyatt about his faith. Wyatt admits doubts on God's existence based on all the brokenness he has experienced in life. Marcus points to his puzzle and compares the pieces to reasons why he believes. He challenges Wyatt to visit him each time he sees his grandmother, and each time he will share a piece of the puzzle of why he believes in not only God, but the personal, relational God of Christianity.The story showcases evidence for the Christian faith in the realistic backdrop of our fallen culture. It also shows the healing power of a caring relationship between two wounded souls, while exploring the evidence for a Creator God and a Saving God."Greg Stone is a gifted storyteller!! Combined with strong faith, he is a man we should listen to." -Jack Herschend, Retired CEOHerschend Family Entertainment Corporation"Greg writes from a place of deep faith and a creative mind. One can tell in his writing that he comes from a place of experience in ministry." -Rev. John Beaumont, Alongside Ministries Director

There Is a Generation IV by WH Buzzard is the last in a four-book series satirizing baby boomers, those 1950s offspring of the Greatest Generation who grew into the 1960s rebels that changed America forever. This last and final book finds Tim and Hect grown up but having taken different paths. Tim's only remaining goal is to rescue his friend from a place worse than death itself, a difficult task when he himself is an inhabitant of that awful location.

A #1 Bestseller in Christian & Mystery Suspense.Unexpected love, unshakable faith, and relentless danger collide in a desperate fight for survival.Eliza Pierce thought moving across the country would help her finally find peace after years of fighting for her life. But when someone tries to kill her in broad daylight, Eliza realizes that the battle is far from over. And there's nowhere left to run.Desperate and terrified, she turns to Lance Knight, a former Army veteran turned private security expert. He's everything she wants to avoid: a strong, determined man whose very presence stirs up emotions she's not prepared to confront.However, as the danger closing in on her grows darker, she must decide if she can fully trust Lance-both with her life and the shattered remnants of her heart.In this thrilling Christian romantic suspense, secrets, faith, and love collide in a battle for survival-and a heart's ultimate redemption.Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotion, danger, and faith in this unforgettable journey._____________¿¿¿¿¿ "Don't let the fact that Pages of Promise is a clean romantic suspense fool you, this novel packs quite the punch, and is one of my favorite suspenseful January reads."¿¿¿¿¿ "I couldn't put this book down! Jessica Ashley's Christian romantic suspense has it all...a broken heroine, a protective hero, and a stalker who'll stop at nothing to get what he wants."

She's protecting her children. He's redeeming his past.But there's nothing convenient about saving their patchwork family.Wisconsin, 1931-All widowed mother Marian Ward wants is to provide for her girls. However, she faces the dead of winter with no income and dwindling resources. Then she overhears a nefarious conversation, putting her life and that of her children in immediate danger.Aiming to make amends to the Wards, Gilbert steps in when the threat to Marian escalates. It costs him dearly. Either lose his career or marry her, and be tied to his past until death do them part.He leaves the decision to Marian, who will do anything to protect her girls, even marry the son of the man who ruined her family. How will their fledgling trust prove strong enough to fulfill their vows as winter tightens its grip and desperation stalks at the door?Welcome to Crow's Nest, where danger and romance meet at the water's edge.

Bruja hunts her, hungry for power. Japh waits for her, trusting in a promise. The Remnant plans for her. And I guide, watching as the storm breaks. Escaping sacrifice, Kerim is tired of running. Her hands ache and her weary body needs rest. She needs to hide.A safe place does not exist when she is the prize that must be destroyed.Japh has been waiting years to find her, but is he prepared for the perilous events that will arise at her discovery? Is she ready to listen to me, her messenger, and to step into her destiny? *****Explore the unfolding story through both the human and supernatural, heavenly realm in an imaginative retelling of a story you think you know.Formerly known as The Times of Kerim, The Remnant Rescued is fully updated and revised.

"Berlin Atomized is a kinetic, globetrotting novel following three siblings - Jewish and downwardly mobile - from 2001 to 2034, as they come of age against the major crises of the 21st century"--

"Alice Katz is a young Jewish physicist, one of the only female doctoral students at her university, studying with the famed Dr. Oppenheimer. Her well-to-do family wants her to marry a man of her class and settle down. Instead, Alice answers her country's call to come to an unnamed city in the desert to work on a government project shrouded in secrecy. At Los Alamos, Alice meets Caleb Blum, a poor Orthodox Jew who has been assigned to the explosives division. Around them are other young scientists and engineers who have quietly left their university posts to come live in the desert. No one seems to know exactly what they are working on--what they do know is that it is a race and that they must beat the Nazis in developing an unspeakable weapon. In this atmosphere of fear and uncertainty, and despite their many differences, Alice and Caleb find themselves drawn to one another."--Provided by publisher.

Dominico Perry is a teacher who teaches at an all-black high school about oneirology. He later discovers something very disturbing happens in his home and school he will never forget.

A rare and necessary historical fiction view into pre-Islamic Arabia and the Middle East through three characters, from a multicultural Christian writer with Christian Palestinian heritage."Jayida stands as a magnum opus of historical fiction, a luminous testament to the enduring power of storytelling..." -The Historical Fiction Company 5-star 'Highly Recommended' award of excellenceBorn in early 525 AD in northwest Arabia, Jayida is secretly raised as a boy for her safety. In defiance of al-'ayn, the evil eye, she grows up as Jonder and soon becomes known for perceptiveness and bravery. But her meeting of Khaled, whose father is the reason for her unusual upbringing, turns her world upside down. Will she risk revealing her true identity and win his love? And whose lives must be sacrificed when her fame finally draws her into 'Antarah's quest, the mixed-race badawi-Aksumite poet of the Banu 'Abs, whose last challenge is to capture her to win his own beloved 'Ablah?This is the timely retelling of a tale of Sirat 'Antar. Set in the 1500-year-old historical context of Arabian tribal poetry, Roman-Persian-Himyarite-Aksumite relations, and climatic and plague events recorded worldwide, this colorful era is once more revived.

EVE of CHAOS: America's Last Days; Book ONE in The ELM Series by D.I. TelbatThree months after the collapse of America's infrastructure, the city of San Diego is in smoldering ruins. Armed bandits roam the streets in search of prey, and a rogue military patrols the shore front in search of resources to confiscate. Food is grown in secret and precious water is hoarded by frightened survivors.But the Caspertein family will not be intimidated, not by armed criminals or by a powerful general with five thousand soldiers. Emerging from their fortified building, Titus Caspertein leads his teenage son and emboldened friends to offer hope to countless souls all but abandoned.Armed with non-lethal weapons from the COIL days, young Levi Caspertein yearns for a hero's reputation. With a Bible, his rifle, and his wits, Levi ventures into the volatile California wasteland to impact neighbors who face death on every side. His father has equipped him with one message for friend and foe alike: every life matters to God, with the acronym ELM.There is still hope. Peace in the midst of chaos may still be found. The people of ELM will continue to stand because . . . Every Life Matters!

"Growing the Love in Cana of Galilee" is the third book of "The New Way Series." It is based on the first century manuscript "Acts of the Apostles" written by Luke. The first century was a turbulent time of history. Society was changing primarily because of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. In book one of the series, "Looking Through the Eyes of a Child," you met some of the characters, and in book two, "Hearing the Truth in Cana of Galilee," I imagined how the happenings in Jerusalem began to gradually impact the little village of Cana sixty-five miles to the north. In this book, "Growing the Love in Cana of Galilee," I continue to look at these same characters and watch as they grow to become more like Jesus in how and who they love. The New Way of living caused Orly and Gabriela's love to grow and deepen. As they and their friends followed the New Way, they began to care deeply about those in slavery and treat them in a way that caused others to take notice. This love began to impact the local synagogue and introduced amazing changes."Growing the Love in Cana of Galilee" explores the internal changes that these young adults experienced as they broke with the traditions of the past and embraced the New Way. Their treatment of slaves was not the only radical transformation. Watch as they learn to love not only people of other beliefs, but also a group who were their political enemies and conquerors. Visualize the new followers of Jesus learning to love others the way Jesus loved. There was no Bible to follow. Yet, step by tiny step the Holy Spirit was teaching them to grow in love.I hope you will look forward to watching these same characters discover that following the New Way may take them on difficult paths in "Following the Way in Cana of Galilee," Book 4 of "The New Way Series."

"Following the Way in Cana of Galilee" is the fourth book of "The New Way Series." It is based on the first century manuscript "Acts of the Apostles" written by Luke. The first century was a turbulent time of history. Society was changing primarily because of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. After his death, there was no Bible to follow and various groups broke away and began to practice their own beliefs based primarily on tradition. In this book I imagine the characters from the previous books continuing to grow and mature. I imagine their faith being tested by troubles and hardships. They encounter radical teachings that rock them to the core of their beings. We see God calling some of them to leave Cana in order to share the New Way with others - some sacrificially choosing to remain single and traveling to unknown lands, giving up the comforts of home.Jesus said that He was the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Come with me and see how following the Way impacted these young adults in "Following the Way in Cana of Galilee." Watch as they boldly follow the Way by loving people that were considered their worst enemies - the Romans who ruled their homeland. Watch them follow, sometimes reluctantly, but ultimately triumphantly where the Way led them.I hope you will look forward to meeting some new characters and hearing the story of the New Way impacting a much larger city in Galilee almost 90 miles north of Jerusalem. Book 5 of "The New Way Series" is entitled "Searching for Answers in Capernaum."

"Hearing the Truth in Cana of Galilee" is the second book of "The New Way Series." It is based on the first century manuscript "Acts of the Apostles" written by Luke. Once I completed writing the first book of the series, "Looking Through the Eyes of a Child," I began to imagine what it must have been like for those children to grow up and become adults in such a turbulent time of history. There was an amazing transformation in society immediately after the death and resurrection of Jesus. Jerusalem was shaken to its very roots by the teachings of Jesus. His New Way of living impacted men vs. women, free men vs. slaves, Jew vs. Gentile, and religion vs. the teachings of Jesus.Cana is a small town located about sixty-five miles north of Jerusalem, yet "Hearing the Truth in Cana of Galilee" explores how the New Way began to impact every aspect of their daily lives. Imagine with me how the citizens of Cana might have heard about the New Way. Visualize the new followers of Jesus learning to listen to Him and follow His instructions. There was no Bible to follow. Word of mouth was the only way the New Way could spread, yet Jesus had predicted that it would spread like wildfire. What would it be like to grow up, fall in love, choose your career, and experience life's journey, impacted by individuals who had actually traveled with Jesus? How would they incorporate what they heard? "Hearing the Truth in Cana of Galilee," Book 2 of "The New Way Series," introduces many of the citizens of the town of Cana. Some of these are young adults who were introduced as children in Book 1, "Looking Through the Eyes of a Child." I hope you will look forward to the further development and growth of these characters as they discover that following the New Way grows their love in Book 3, "Growing the Love in Cana of Galilee."

Home is where God's heart is. -Mountain Home Amish proverbAll her life, Ruby Wengerd has felt the eyes of the two Mountain Home Amish churches on her. Because she's the bishop's daughter, there's an unspoken expectation that she'll set the example for the Youngie. Watch her tongue and never give offense. And now that she's in her twenties, choose one of the valley's young men pursuing her and make a godly home.But she doesn't want to make a home with anyone but Zach Miller. She's loved him for as long as she can remember-and he only sees her as a friend.Zach has watched his brothers and sisters fall in love while he comes no closer to finding the one God means for him. At this rate, his infant sister will grow up and get married before he does. But at a Christmas wedding on the ranch, a stunning realization makes the scales fall from his eyes. It's as if he's seeing Ruby, his childhood friend, for the very first time. As the woman he's been waiting for. As his heart's home.But Ruby may already have given up on him. The Amish grapevine is abuzz with speculation that she has been swept off her feet by a man from away and might even leave the valley. Is Zach really too late to court the girl next door? The Montana Millers. They believe in faith, family, and the land. They'll need all three when love comes to the Circle M!The Amish Cowboy's Home is the sixth book in the Amish Cowboys of Montana romance series. Though the books can be read as standalones, there is a family thread running through them all. No strong language, just a loving kiss and a guaranteed happily ever after. Enjoy!

Hidden Pearls is the lovely story of one family's covenant with God for purity. A sandalwood box, the fabric for a wedding dress, the prayers of a girl and her parents: all paint an inspiring picture. This is a wonderful story for a mother and daughter to read aloud together to create a precious memory.Although this is a compelling read on its own as you experience Marcia's struggles with her, this story is also a valuable tool for parents to strengthen and help their precious daughters.

These stories are works of fiction, and yet, many of the circumstances can easily be placed into the present. The themes in these two stories are that Jesus IS Lord and King, and can be relied on if trusted. Will we choose to trust Him? If in doubt, call on Him today. Enjoy the stories.

Published in 1896, In His Steps by Charles Sheldon is widely regarded as one of the most influential Christian novels of all time, impressing upon generations of readers the importance of living one's life guided by the simple question: "What would Jesus do?"The story follows a group of congregants from a small midwestern church who make a pledge to themselves and God that they will spend one full year modeling every thought, word, and action after the example set by Jesus Christ. This question-"what would Jesus do?"-becomes their guiding mantra in business dealings, relationships, and all personal decisions for the next twelve months.What unfolds is an in-depth character study as Sheldon's protagonists wrestle with the practical implications of conforming the entirety of one's existence to such a lofty spiritual ideal. The sober pastor grapples with the economic realities of ministry, a self-centered heiress softens her haughty demeanor through service, and a ruthless newspaper editor sees circulation plummet when he refuses to print the salacious headlines that once sold papers.n this classic, Sheldon succeeds admirably in bringing into relief the everyday trials his characters face. The reader is prompted to empathize while also recognizing clear parallels with his own life's experiences. The climactic fire that devastates much of the town ultimately serves to cement the newly forged spirit of sacrifice and unity borne out through the community's adherence to the motto: "What would Jesus do?"In His Steps retains remarkable influence more than a century later, a novel driven not by narrative escapism but by the resounding message that a dedicated Christian walk demands much of believers-and the rewards for doing so prove infinitely more meaningful.

The unforgivable sin. An ex-minister. A created savior. The war between heaven and hell has begun... With a past shrouded in secrets and a future hidden in lies, a supernatural force awakes within the small town of Redemption that threatens to undo even creation itself.Once a minister, now a man lost in his faith, the last thing Nathan Hanlin wants is to be embroiled in a supernatural war that has nothing to do with him.Or does it? Being called the Protector of the human race is too unreal, and finding out he's half-angel/demon only makes things more insane. So when his whole world collapses, Nathan does the only thing he can do...he runs. Except, there are supernatural beings on his trail, so there's nowhere he can hide, especially in a town like Redemption, which no longer feels like home for him.Redemption used to be a sleepy town with one stop sign and one diner, and now it's the center of a war between the Guardians and the Protectors. At its core is Nathan and he's tasked with undoing a mistake someone else made before time began. Can he?

After nearly a year away from her husband and her two young sons, Rachel, with her toddler daughter, Dottie, can hardly wait to reach Virginia. Now her life can settle down. However, painful memories haunt her in the ocean voyage to America.When she arrives in Blackburg, Virginia, one family adventure after another awaits. Her happiness would be complete if only she could convince her father to join them in America. She fears be is grieving himself to death in Germany. Her children are growing up without their grandfather and she needs her father.As their family grows, many changes bring challenges for the family. Life on the expanding family farm seems idyllic, and then the Great Depression hits the small community as well as the rest of the country.They find that a strong faith, work ethics, and family are essential to survival during tough times