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The Man from Alexandria
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Who was Jesus? A bishop recently used His biography to illustrate a good theological point when he described Him as 'an uneducated man from Nazareth, son of a poor carpenter named Joseph who preached in several synagogues'.
The implication is that all the wisdom Jesus exhibits comes from God who would surely have informed Him of modern technology, whereas Jesus clearly demonstrates a detailed knowledge of Alexandrine philosophy. Then why would a poor carpenter make a long journey to Bethlehem to register for Roman taxation? The Roman taxation system depended upon identifying wealth and grabbing a portion of it.
In this book we try to answer these conundrums by looking at the New Testament and attempting to separate myth from history. We arrive at the almost inevitable conclusion that Jesus was the son of Joseph of Arimathea, a wealthy merchant of Alexandria, received His education at the best of institutions of the time and married Mary Magdalene to qualify to speak in a synagogue. We use the text of the King James version and try to compare different accounts of the same incidents to see how the Christian Church came to be.$14.99
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Christians Have Crisis?: Understanding Crisis and the Aftermath
$14.99 Quick ViewAdd to cartChristians Have Crisis?: Understanding Crisis and the Aftermath
Of course, Christians have a crisis! As human beings, we are surrounded by temptation, we all make mistakes and we all suffer with trials in our lives. Unfortunately, there are well-intended Christians who attempt to minister to those suffering or in crisis without realizing how their words of wisdom could actually be counterproductive and potentially harmful.
This book is a resource for ministry leaders, parents, teachers, and caregivers regarding mental illness, chronic pain abortion, abuse, and addictions. It also covers marital and family issues. There are facts included throughout the book to reveal the prevalence of each topic and listed resources to increase knowledge in those areas. Scripture is included throughout the book to provide solid Christian counsel through each topic.
If someone came up to you today to reveal they are considering suicide or that they are addicted to porn or prescribed drugs, would you know what to say to them? What if someone wants to talk to you because they believe their spouse is having an affair, or a mother believes her child is being molested or bullied, or their adult child is being abused by their spouse? Would you know how to advise them? Are your words subjective? Are they productive? Are your words factual and scriptural?
As a church, we need to teach that Christ is a loving and forgiving God. We need to have compassion for the misunderstood. As a church, we need to be knowledgeable of current fads, and common problems in societies and families so we know how to respond to crises appropriately. As a church, we need to encourage a safe environment for those in need. We need to minister to people with open minds and open hearts. And we need to know when it is time to reach out for professional help.$14.99
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The G-Connection: Harness Gravity and Reverse Aging
$15.73 Quick ViewAdd to cartThe G-Connection: Harness Gravity and Reverse Aging
After 30 years of pioneering research with NASA, Joan Vernikos has written the first book to focus on the fundamental importance of gravity in maintaining youthful vigor. In it, she applies lessons learned from the experiences of U.S. astronauts and Soviet/Russian cosmonauts in space to ordinary people here on Earth. Highly practical, the "What You Can Do about It" section in each chapter is a comprehensive guide that will help young people, baby boomers, the elderly, and professionals make smart lifestyle choices. The G-Connection is written in down-to-earth and understandable language. Peppered with firsthand anecdotes from astronauts and interesting stories of Vernikos's own voyage of discovery, this book is both a fun and credible resource. The excitement for her work and ideas comes across clearly and is contagious. The reader finishes the book knowing what to do differently in his or her daily life to slow down or even reverse the aging process." It is a treasure trove of ideas to a geriatrician"-Harold J. Guy, M.D., Professor of Geriatric Medicine, University of California San Diego Medical School, San Diego, California '' The premise is plausible and the contents thoroughly referenced and well documented. It is written in a flowing style with humor and self-assurance and with language that never patronizes the reader."
-Ralph Pelligra, M.D., NASA Ames Chief Medical Officer Moffett Field, California.$15.73
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Valley of the Queen: A Treacherous Pursuit of a Mythical Queen’s Treasure
$15.89 Quick ViewAdd to cartValley of the Queen: A Treacherous Pursuit of a Mythical Queen’s Treasure
"This adventure tale delivers a strong cast of unusual characters whose lives intersect in Chicago and take them across the Pacific to Vietnam and Cambodia. Weaving together ancient Southeast Asian legend, American military involvement in Vietnam, and Chicago entrepreneurship in the late eighties, the scope is ambitious and the result rewarding. Intelligent female and male leads must trust each other as they pursue a lost treasure and a medieval culture to which their newest friend is the royal heir. Sexy and suspenseful, I can't wait for the sequel." D. Mercer
"If you are looking for action and adventure, danger and romance, this book is for you. I was especially stricken by the beautiful word pictures which made me feel as though I were really there with the characters, whether in the jungles of Vietnam or wending my way through the concrete jungle of Chicago. This literature is well worth your time and be prepared for a heart pumping experience!" S. Reynolds$15.89
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Palace Secret: A Tale of Love, Adventure and the Quest for the Secret Behind the Door
$15.89 Quick ViewAdd to cartPalace Secret: A Tale of Love, Adventure and the Quest for the Secret Behind the Door
This is a sequel to " Valley of the Queen '' for thousands of years the earth has held a secret left by an ancient civilization that promises unlimited prosperity and power for whoever finds it. The secret remained hidden until recently. A professor of archeological studies discovers a link to that secret and it leads him to the ancient Siem Kulea valley where Jack and Mai have settled. The peace of their valley is tested as evil adversaries seek the power of the secret which is kept behind a magnificent and mysterious door hidden below the White Palace. The means to open that door, the omate door handle, was purposely hidden in three parts around the world by the ancients when they left earth to return to their home world. The door was never intended to be opened again because of the immense power within. Thus, it becomes a surprising and thrilling contest as adversaries search around the world to see who finds the answer first in this all-or-nothing contest between the forces of good and evil.
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The Shade of Generosity: A Berry’s Tale
$17.35 Quick ViewAdd to cartThe Shade of Generosity: A Berry’s Tale
This is a story of differences between berries. It's essential to learn and know that although they're different berries they have a direct reference to humankind. The story is about acceptance, understanding, and connection. The berries learn a lot from one another through the intrigue of differences and not of distrust or dislike.
It is a wondrous concept of a mind state and intellect of reason. Meaning life is a mysterious and glorious adventure of discovery, that captivates the mind if you don't block your mind off to something or someone different from us. It is a great opportunity to continue one's growth in life and see life in an exciting opportune way!
Let us understand we are all Actors in the same play, we didn't write the script, but we significantly affect the script. All of us are born with a purpose and differences only make a person's mind stronger and can enlighten everyone around them. If they would just have an open mind and think.$17.35
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The Feng Shui Advantage: Get Your Space Working for You!
$17.95 Quick ViewAdd to cartThe Feng Shui Advantage: Get Your Space Working for You!
The Feng Shui Advantage is a thorough overview of the philosophies behind the practice of shifting the arrangements and energy of a home or office.
Kathryn Wilking's practical self-help guide The Feng Shui Advantage addresses office layouts and proper energy flow-among other esoteric applications of feng shui.
The book focuses on the feng shui philosophy of the Black Hat Sect or Black Tantric Buddhism, which emphasizes the five element theory of Chinese medicine. Herein, the elements-wind, fire, earth, metal, and water-represent ways of characterizing objects, people, and energy. Such feng shui, the book implies, can be used to alter the energy flow of a space-or to understand human behavior. In service of this, it includes an overview of feng shui as it pertains to work environments, which have the potential for quick energetic shifts.
There are instructions for arranging both offices and cubicles herein. Both are given with the goal of optimizing one's energy and productivity in a particular space. And the guidance extends to advice for where to sit in a meeting and the best position to work from in a coffee shop, among other scenarios. An intriguing overview of the bagua grid (which divides space into different areas of emphasis-for example, career, fame, and family) and its areas' connections to the elements, colors, and shapes fleshes out this work, illuminating how such associations might be used to encourage energy flow to a particular region.
The book's supporting material is multifaceted: personal stories from Wilking, her friends, and her clients are used to illustrate the different personalities, showing how feng shui can be used to shift energy and better understand others. And photographs are present to model how different objects might be used to emphasize particular elements, such as displaying items made of clay to support the earth element, which relates to relationships, health, and knowledge. Further, the book ensures its continued usefulness by acknowledging that a person's dominant tendencies can change over time.
The book does an able job of addressing the elements as a window for understanding one's personality traits, alongside a quiz for assessing one's own dominant elements. Related information about how certain personalities can work together or clash expands the book's perspective. However, the elements are not introduced in a way that seems reflective of how they build upon each other. Indeed, the book makes recommendations regarding changes in one's physical environment before establishing a thorough understanding of either personal elemental tendencies or how the elements interact at home and in workplaces.
And while some topics, like wealth and abundance, receive thorough treatments (on that subject, Wilking highlights the uses of positive thinking, personal expression, and enhancements of personal space to direct positive energy toward goals), not all subjects are handled with the same depth. Additionally, some of the book's advice is too dated, as with its rundown of Zoom etiquette and its coverage of working from home with children. Nor is there advice for reckoning with the reality that individual workers don't always have control over furniture or seating arrangements in their offices.
The insightful, layered lifestyle guide The Feng Shui Advantage covers home and office organization, decoration, and personality assessments in a way that goes beyond appearances, helping people to attract positive energy and opportunities.
Reviewed by Sarah White
December 12, 2023$17.95
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Shattered But Not Broken
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The founder of Parents Against Gangs, and the Family Trauma Advocacy Counseling Center, Betty Major-Rose shares her story of the many grief experiences she lived through including the tragic and sudden death of her first husband and murder of her seventeen year-old daughter. She walks us through each death she endured and reveals the complexities that come with grief. Her story sheds light on the struggle with grieving in pain while holding hope, and battling with depression and anxiety, while trying to maintain faith in God. Being shattered by loss time and time again, her vulnerableness in the darkest hours built a strength and resilience that never left her broken. The mending from each loss brought about a continuous transformation that ultimately led to her having the grace to support others who are grieving the sudden and traumatic loss of their loved ones.
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Seasons of Love to Deep South Love
$17.99 Quick ViewAdd to cartSeasons of Love to Deep South Love
Six great fiction stories that were put together to make one great! Jump back to the nineties where you're taken through the decade of friendship, love, and loss. Jump back further to the eighties where two people are from two different environments but cross each other's paths and spark up an unusual romance. Two brothers who are different in many ways. Vernon, the older brother, has a young fiancée named Amber whom Vincent, the younger brother wants. Amber has a fling with Vincent, and Vernon eventually finds out. Her relationship with Vernon ends, and Amber moves on with her life. Next, this book takes you down to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and then during a holiday season of the mid twenty-first century where two different women in their thirties who have yet to find the loving relationships they deserve. You'll love all six of these stories. They are worth reading.
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