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God invites you to pursue the abundant life in him every day! And you’ll find out exactly how to do that in Bayless Conley’s Great Pursuits: Chasing What Matters Most in Life. God created you for so much more than you could ever imagine. The life he offers, the promises he’s made, and the purpose you have - are significant. That’s why we should use every moment pursuing God’s best.

As Jesus was celebrating his final Passover meal, he made some bold statements. First, he took the bread and said, "This is my body." Then he took the cup, saying, "This is my blood." Next, he commanded the disciples to eat and drink in remembrance of him. What did Jesus mean? Do the bread and wine literally become his body and blood? What happens when Christians take the Lord’s Supper?

In Baptism: Answers to Common Questions, Dr. Guy M. Richard tackles the key questions people have about baptism: What does it mean? Is it necessary for salvation? Who should be baptized, and how should we baptize them? As he searches the Scriptures, Dr. Richard helps us think through what the Bible teaches about baptism and encourages us to deal graciously with our brothers and sisters in Christ even when we disagree.

Advances in technology offer couples wanting to have children more options than ever before - fertility treatment methods; prefertilization genetic screening; and embryo adoption. With all of these options available, plus the blessing of adoption, it can be difficult for Christian couples to determine which to consider when the Bible doesn’t give explicit direction.

Tolstoy’s short stories and novellas are considered to be some of the greatest penned in the 20th century. Many of these stories have strong Christian themes, revealing Tolstoy’s own sincere faith along with important lessons and ideals. These stories often focus on self-sacrifice, the sovereignty of God, and the fulfillment and happiness that comes with living for others.

Leo Tolstoy brings to light the struggle of finding true faith in this short story about a young man who desperately chases worldly accolades and social status before finding contentment in the last place he would have thought to look. After learning of a shame that he receives as catastrophic news, the young protagonist turns to the monastery to prove his moral superiority and his inability to be sullied by the ways of men. While outwardly he appears to be the perfect picture of holy devotion, Father Sergius continues to struggle with his desires and pride.

This psychological masterpiece dives into the mind of protagonist Ivan Ilyich as he questions the meaning of life, the significance of death, and his own misguided beliefs and ideas. Leo Tolstoy describes the mental and emotional journey of Ilyich as he is suddenly confronted with his own mortality and must question his entire way of life. Ilyich had chosen to ignore his family and the health of his own soul as he attempted to reach new heights in his career and social standing.

Every one of us gets anywhere in life due to three things: someone observes us, forms an opinion about us, and decides to give us an opportunity...or not. Likewise, we do the same thing with others. People have played this essential role in our lives, and we play it in the lives of those around us - and no matter how skilled we’ve become, we can play it even better.

Executive and talent coach Robb Hiller wants to lift your spirits, help you find your passion, and come alongside you as you discover your natural, God-given talents. In his newest book, Running with Joy, Robb shares the inspiration he’s found in his dog, Bentley, and how his lovable Labrador naturally runs on joy. Through heartwarming stories about Bentley, Robb Hiller will help you learn how to run on instinct, use your natural talents, and lean into the happiness that has been yours all along.

When faced with adversity, a major decision, or simply the challenges of daily existence, whether it is a difficult boss, a child who is hard to control, or a marriage or career that appears to be stuck, most of us have habitual knee-jerk reactions that hold us back. We find ourselves asking, Why am I working so hard but don’t seem to be getting anywhere? Why do I keep fighting the same battles? When did I lose passion for what I do? Everyone has those questions, and in this book, Robb Hiller unveils the coaching that he has given Fortune 500 executives to answer these questions.

Niklas, Linus und Melissa - Mitglieder der Pfadfindergruppe "Pollution Police" - besuchen die Dreharbeiten der beliebten TV-Serie "Autobahnrevier" und werden Zeugen eines spektakulären Stunts. Im Anschluss macht Waschbär Einstein in den Trümmern des ausgebrannten Autowracks eine interessante Entdeckung.

Seepferdchen Nick ist aus der Art geschlagen: Denn lieber, als sich einen runden Bauch anzufressen - was den Seepferdchenfrauen gut gefällt - zieht Nick sich zurück und erfindet kleine Lieder. Sein Bruder Dicky hingegen denkt nur ans Fressen. Friedlich leben sie mit den anderen Seepferdchen unter Wasser in einer Seegraswiese, bis ein Sturm sie durchs Meer treibt. Nick verliert die anderen und landet in den Korallenfelsen bei Seepferdchenfrau Lilli. Die beiden werden unzertrennlich. Eines Tages kommen ihre schlimmsten Feinde, die Fischer, zur Korallenbucht.

Stop blaming men for bad relationships or wasting time trying to change them. Begin with you to become the woman men crave and are searching for. Women require two things: A great foundation of self-respect and self-care along with a set of proven dating rules that will allow you to make wise dating decisions, navigates the treacherous territory of manifesting your man.

En el estilo literario único de Christian Beck, la narrativa novelística expone los problemas cotidianos comunes dentro de los matrimonios, y los fusiona con las lecciones que van a transformar la ira del momento de la pelea, en una reconciliación bien fundamentada. No buscamos pelear dentro del matrimonio, pero cuando las peleas suceden, debemos saber enfrentarlas de la manera más sabia, y eso es de acuerdo con los principios bíblicos escritos para este efecto.

Gain valuable insights into today’s China with this unique exploration of Chinese history - the revolutionary ideas of its most celebrated philosophers, the bold visions of its dauntless leaders, and the pivotal events that shaped the modern nation.

When bitterness strikes, intimacy is broken to pieces. When pride surpasses love, sorrow dominates. An unwelcome stranger became a third person hoping to contribute to a marriage. A voluntary protagonist set herself for a mission to search out a riddle because a familiar being brought ultimate chaos into their midst. A beautiful young lady was imprisoned, tortured, and was destined for a grave due to the license her opponent earned. Fiona studied the effectiveness of the spirit world. Christianity remained an answer to dealing with the unseen force.

In this masterful story of numb desperation and farcical humor of everyday life by Russian playwright and writer Anton Chekhov, Fyodor Nilov, a poor shoemaker who longs to become rich, is granted his wish. But he soon discovers something he wasn't prepared for.

Thomas Treadwell takes to the high seas as a sailor on a merchant ship as he searches for freedom, a difficult thing to find for a man such as himself in the 18th century. While he must hide his most essential self in the daylight, his forbidden desires are allowed brief tastes of secret passion under the cover of night and with faceless partners.

Björns bester Freund heißt Lars. Und Lars bester Freund heißt Björn. Die beiden Jungen wohnen gar nicht weit voneinander entfernt, sie gehen in dieselbe Klasse, und sie spielen zusammen die tollsten Spiele. Deswegen fällt es ihnen immer schwer, sich abends, gerade wenn es am spannendsten ist, zu trennen. Vor allem jetzt, in der Ferienzeit. Und weil es Carla, der kleinen Schwester von Björn, und Thea, der kleinen Schwester von Lars, genauso geht, kommt den Kindern eine Idee: Es wäre doch am besten, einfach die Geschwister zu tauschen!

We live in a world where many people are increasingly interested in running an online business. The Internet world has become powerful at bringing people around the world together; therefore ways of making money online are also increased. It is possible to establish an online business and generate passive income. Specifically this book focuses on tips on establishing a professional blog which will look appealing to your target market. Through a professional blog there is a great chance of making money online.