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Cole has heard it all before - token, bougie, oreo, Blackish - the things we call the kids like him. Black kids who grow up in white spaces, living at an intersection of race and class that many doubt exists. He needed to get far away from the preppy site of his upbringing before he could make sense of it all. Through a series of personal anecdotes and interviews with his peers, Cole transports us to his adolescence and explores what it's like to be young and in search of identity.

Looking for a sport that combines the thrill of tennis, the finesse of badminton, and the zaniness of ping-pong? Look no further than pickleball! And if you're a beginner, fear not - How To Play Pickleball For Beginners has got you covered. In this informative guide, you'll learn everything you need to know about the world of pickleball. From the history of the sport to the nitty-gritty of serving, scoring, and avoiding faults, How To Play Pickleball For Beginners will have you swinging like a pro in no time.

We are living in unprecedented times when Christian leaders are renouncing their faith and large numbers of believers are falling away. Is this the final apostasy prophesied by Jesus and Paul? And can we do anything to help those struggling with their faith? In Why So Many Christians Have Left the Faith, Dr. Michael L. Brown confronts the problem of “Christian deconstruction” with solid, faith-building answers and honest responses to difficult questions.

In Christian Antisemitism, respected Messianic Bible scholar Michael L. Brown, PhD, documents shocking examples of modern “Christian” antisemitism and exposes the lies that support them. Carefully researched, this book shows that church-based antisemitism is no longer a thing of the past. Rather, a dangerous, shocking tide of “Christian” antisemitism has begun to rise. In Christian Antisemitism, Dr. Brown shows you how to stem this tide now and overcome the evil of “Christian” antisemitism with the powerful love of the cross!

As well-known Christians announce a newfound loss of faith, other believers face increasing pressure or doubt. We feel let down, ashamed to question God's goodness, and in need of assurance of our faith and answers to our pain. From a leading voice on issues facing Christians today comes a frank and insightful discussion about whether it's okay to doubt God and what to do about it.

It's our goal to infuse you with faith, truth, and courage, and to help you stand strong on the frontlines! Join biblical scholar and cultural commentator Dr. Michael L. Brown — Your Voice for Moral Sanity and Spiritual Clarity—to discover hope, refresh your faith, and find your voice. New episodes every Monday through Friday.

Americans are afraid of their food. And for good reason. In 2011, the deadliest food-borne illness outbreak in a century delivered killer listeria bacteria on innocuous cantaloupe never before suspected of carrying that pathogen. Nearly 50 million Americans will get food poisoning this year. Spoiled, doctored or infected food will send more than 100,000 people to the hospital. Three thousand will die. We expect, even assume, our government will protect our food, but how often do you think a major U.S. food farm get inspected by federal or state officials?

ReThink Mission is a podcast released ever other week by historic Missiologist Dr. Michael Brown. In this podcast we discuss issues related to current American culture, Globalization, practical Theology, Religion, Christian Mission, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Philosophy, and Evangelism.Our current project is called "Jesus and Mission." Throughout the 23 episodes, we will examine the life and mission of Jesus within his geo-political time and place.

Family is the base of everything in your life. Just stop for a minute. Say the word, family. It feels warm doesn’t it? Do you have family or do you have relatives? How is your relationship with your children? Parents? It is very important to do the work of family. Family matters more than you know. To that end, let’s talk. Then, we are going to provide tools for you to use and invite special guests to discuss your issues. My issues. Our issues. As the African proverb says, “A child not embraced by the village will burn it to feel its warmth.” You matter. Your voice matters. Let’s get...

With lessons on patience, finding your talents, staying on task, accepting responsibility, giving children skills for life, understanding rejection and more, What I Tell Myself: The Audiobook Series is sure to provide powerful and long-lasting conversations for parents, teachers, caregivers and children. It is not enough to say we want to break generational curses. We must have the tools to give us better options in teaching our future to do things differently. Welcome to your toolbox.

A guide to regaining control of your life through the journey of the components of self care and how you can improve your well-being physically, psychologically, and emotionally. Self-care is the practice of telling yourself what you want - physically, psychologically, or emotionally - and ensuring that you receive it. It is not necessarily selfish or indulgent; it is important. We are solely responsible as adults for our fitness, feelings, and personal development. Self-care is a collection of activities that enables one to do so.

Hazel Princeton. Rich, popular, head cheerleader, and the half-sister of Anthony "Blu" Rogers. Before the secret of her and Blu's familial relationship came to light, Hazel once felt a much deeper connection toward the boy she calls her knight, one she could never gain the courage to express. Within this book, Hazel finally expels her truths. A story re-told through the eyes, and from the inner mind, of a smart and beautiful princess, which only answers the questions of why she turned away, and why she stayed away. This is Hazel's perception.

Once every 10,000 years, the walls between worlds grow thin. The stars align, and hell is close. It is the time of The Sha’Daa. Ground Zero for this bloodcurdling attack is none other than New York City’s Central Park, a battlefield resurrecting all that ever lived and died in planet Earth’s history.

Whatever you do, do not listen. Ignore that pull, the need to escape from drudgeries of life and find peace and solitude within nature. It is not the cool breeze and the scent of pine that whispers your name. No, these things within the forest will rip out your heart and devour your soul. You will tremble as they revel in your madness, taking everything from you and leaving you with nothing. Delve inside this anthology of what truly lurks within the shadows of the trees. We dare you to take this journey with us and find out what horrors await you.

Welcome to Tell Me What You Know, a weekly podcast that challenges each host to tell the other what they know about selected topics. You'll quickly find out that the only thing these two are sure of is that they know very little. Often wrong, but never in doubt.

A group of five friends discuss popular topics. Nothing is off limits, and episodes run the gamut from comics, aliens, video games, the paranormal, and even the dreaded politics! Come join Shawn, Josh, Nate, Mike & Evan on a journey through the world of podcasting!

There is no force so powerful as authentic love. Your journey toward long-lasting happiness begins here. In just ten steps, Dr. Michael B. Brown provides a clear path through a discipline of daily loving that will lead you to purpose and joy in life. Follow these steps to bring meaning to your home, romantic relationships, workplace, personal friendships, and your own sense of self.

Revolution answers such questions as the following:? What is the role of the Christian and the church during these tumultuous times? How are we to respond to the racial upheaval happening in our nation? What is the church’s role in healing the divide in our fractured, divided country? Dr. Brown turns up the volume in this call to God’s remnant people to pray, repent, and act according to the teachings of Jesus - who is calling us to holy revolution.

When the World Stops is a timely yet timeless message for God's people that provides practical tools for not only weathering this current crisis, but emerging from it with a strengthened faith and deeper appreciation for the things that matter most. Like a reassuring hand on your shoulder, Dr. Michael L. Brown helps point the way forward for those seeking answers to questions like: Is this pandemic the final plague talked about in the Book of Revelation?