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The Spirit of God Illustrated Bible: Over 40 Stories of God’s Power and Presence
by Doris Wynbeek RikkersUnderstand the Holy Spirit like never before.Accompanied by dramatic, eye-catching illustrations, the striking presentation of these 45 Old and New Testament Bible stories are uniquely created to help kids understand God&’s presence and power in their lives through the Holy Spirit.The Spirit of God Illustrated Bible is truly one-of-a-kind, focusing on Scripture passages that show how—from the glory of creation to the whisperings in our lives today—the Holy Spirit has been active in the world since the beginning. Most importantly, through this unique focus, children will grasp how the Holy Spirit has been within each one them since they were born.Old and New Testament stories such as Adam and Eve, Abraham, Joseph, the Baptism of Jesus, and Pentecost come alive alongside dramatic illustrations by Fernando Juarez. This is a special storybook Bible that will help children learn about and trust in the power of the Holy Spirit for life.The Spirit of God Illustrated Bible:Presents 45 Bible stories—29 from the Old Testament and 16 from the New Testament—focusing on the presence and power of the Holy SpiritHelps kids ages 4-8 learn more about the Holy Spirit and his presence throughout the Bible and in their livesIncludes beautiful and dramatic full-color illustrations throughoutIs a perfect birthday, Christmas, or First Communion gift for children and grandchildrenIs an ideal Bible storybook resource for Christian educators, librarians, Sunday school teachers, and homeschoolers
The Spirit of Second Chances (Heart & Soul #2)
by Synithia WilliamsWho says you can&’t go home again? Single mom Cierra Greene is determined to achieve success in real estate to support herself and her young daughter. Too bad her most lucrative property for sale is…haunted? Reluctantly, she seeks out her one-time crush, Wesley Livingston, for help. Now the cohost of a popular paranormal-investigation show, he is as appealing as ever. Cierra and Wesley try to ignore their unfinished business, but when old feelings resurface, things get complicated…From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.Heart & SoulBook 1: Summoning Up LoveBook 2: The Spirit of Second ChancesBook 3: Counterfeit Courtship
The Spirit Window
by Joyce SweeneyFifteen-year-old Miranda doesn't know what to expect when she, her father, and stepmother travel to Florida to visit her grandmother, who hasn't spoken to them in 10 years. Miranda is shocked by energetic Grandma Lila, and something awakens in her as she discovers the wildlife of the marsh her grandmother so fiercely protects. Miranda captures nature's magic with her camera. She also captures Adam's heart. Part Cherokee, Adam cares for Lila's land and shares her love for wild creatures. When a sudden turn of events brings confusion and grief to Miranda's family; it raises disturbing questions about Adam. Is he all he seems to be? And what secrets account for the fury that torments Miranda's father? For the first time, Miranda the perfect daughter must take a stand. But doing so is painful as Miranda turns the camera on her own life and past.
The Spirit Window
by Joyce SweeneyOn the edge of a Florida marsh, a young girl discovers the power of nature After hours on the highway, Miranda is beginning to doubt that there is anything beautiful in Florida. But when her dad turns onto the bridge to Turtle Island and she sees the ocean for the very first time, she realizes she couldn't have been more wrong. Miranda has come here with her dad to meet her grandmother, whose cheerful energy conceals failing health. Miranda has been dreading this family vacation, but what she finds on Turtle Island will change her life forever. Her grandmother is the self-appointed guardian of the local marsh, a swampy wonderland whose very existence is in jeopardy. A passionate photographer, Miranda plans only to document the landscape. But when a mysterious young boy named Adam draws her into the fight for the marsh's future, she learns that saving the environment can be a matter of life or death.
Spirited Away (The Godmothers #7)
by Fern MichaelsPart Two of the New Three-Part Godmothers Serial!The best of friends, Toots, Ida, Mavis, and Sophie have been there for each other through thick and thin. Now Sophie needs the rest of the Godmothers to help her through something they’ve never faced before . . .There are no secrets between best friends. At least, Teresa “Toots” Loudenberry has always believed that to be the case. In the decades since she, Sophie, Ida, and Mavis met in Catholic school, they’ve shared all the joys and hardships of their colorful, extraordinary adventures. But right now, Toots can tell that Sophie is hiding something.Sophie wishes she could confide in Toots. But she can’t reveal her hunch about her home’s history and the unhappiness that still seems to linger there. There’s too much at stake, including the safety of Toots’ daughter Abby and her twin girls. But though Toots, Ida, and Mavis are all entering new phases in their lives—and love lives—they won’t let Sophie face this challenge on her own . . .Praise for Fern Michaels and The Godmothers Series“Pure recession-proof fun.” —Publishers Weekly“Michaels’ engaging version of the Golden Girls.” —Booklist“Grab some tissues as you read the latest installment of the outstanding Godmothers series, which contains an abundance of poignancy, wit, charm and laugh-out-loud moments. Reading Michaels is always a rewarding experience.” —RT Book Reviews, 4.5 Stars on Classified“The camaraderie of the four friends remains very powerful in the latest Godmothers contemporary . . . Fans will enjoy Breaking News.” —Midwest Book Reviews“A tale of intrigue, excitement, and friendship . . . This novel will satisfy your taste for thrill while reinforcing the value of keeping good company in hard times.” —The Charleston Mercury on Late Edition“This is a perfect book to take with you and sit and laugh at the beach. It’s just fun.” —Louisville Kentucky Courier-Journal on The Scoop
Spirits of Nature: Disney Frozen 2 (Step into Reading)
by Natasha BouchardThis Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader is based on Disney Frozen 2--which is in theaters November 22, 2019!Directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee, and produced by Peter Del Vecho, Walt Disney Animation Studios' feature-length follow-up to 2013's Oscar®-winning film Frozen is slated for theaters on November 22, 2019. Kristen Bell, Josh Gad, Idina Menzel, and Jonathan Groff are reprising their roles in an all-new story. Girls and boys ages 4 to 6 will love this Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader based on Disney Frozen 2! Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
Spirits of the Season
by Phoebe RiversIt will be a Christmas Sara will never forget as secrets about who she is--and why she has powers--are revealed. It's Christmastime in Stellamar, which means the streets are buzzing with holiday shoppers--and ghostly activity. Sara is busy trying to figure out how to reunite Lady Azura with the spirit of her lost love...and wondering what to buy Jayden for Christmas! For the first time, Sara really feels like she belongs somewhere. But there are still secrets to be revealed: Why did she and her dad really move across the country? Why does she have these paranormal powers? How much does her father know? And who is Lady Azura, really?Sara's about to get some serious answers, but in her paranormal world, nothing is ever easy, and there are always more doors that need to be unlocked. And once all the new secrets are revealed, will anyone still be standing by her side?
Spiritual Abundance: The Quest for the Presence of God in Daily Life
by Robert WiseThis insightful, thought-provoking book guides readers toward peace andpurpose as they discover a renewed spirit and a deeper relationshipwith God.
Spiritual Conversations with Children: Listening to God Together
by Lacy Finn BorgoWe are born into this world with a natural longing to connect to God and other human beings.Sample interactive dialogues with childrenIdeas for engaging children with play, art, and movementPrayers to use together
Spiritual Exercises (Penguin Poets)
by Mark YakichA new collection from a poet of "wily verve" whose work is "filled with more satire and jeopardy than anything going today" (Terrance Hayes)Mark Yakich's fifth collection of poetry is a dynamic and discerning journey of devotion and temptation in pursuit of the divine. Not trifling in ambiguity but diving headlong into it, Spiritual Exercises wrestles with popular gods as much as with personal ghosts. From autism to eroticism, from benediction to excommunication, and from grief to gratitude, this collection lays bare a full spectrum of emotional life, showing us how grace can be as playful as it is sincere.
Spiritual Fertility: Integrative Practices for the Journey to Motherhood
by Dr. Julie VonThis book explains how to use the tools of spirituality and psychology to relax the endocrine system, change your perspective, and get pregnant.Everyone is fertile; however, our common standards for measuring fertility are faulty. Today, our currently accepted narratives around fertility offer much in the way of diagnosis, but little in the way of customized care and consideration of a woman's entire mind, body, and spirit. The dynamic spark responsible for creating each new human being cannot be reduced to a mass of cells and biochemical processes. There is a deeper mystery at play, one that women struggling with fertility can tap into.In this ground-breaking book, holistic fertility doctor Dr. Julie Von shows women a new way to approach fertility so that the entire experience of becoming pregnant is energetically uplifting. She shares tools and techniques that help nourish and build women's receptive energy to connect to the spiritual and unseen aspects of creating life. Dr. Von helps readers understand that principles of cosmic timing can be applied to all processes having to do with fertility and child-rearing, from freezing eggs, to conceiving, to choosing to adopt. With close to 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Von has witnessed firsthand the power of the spiritual within fertility to balance the hormonal system and promote a healthy pregnancy.
Spiritual Heritage, A: Connecting Kids and Grandkids to God and Family
by Glen Schuknecht Ellen BraggA guide for raising children to be Christ-following adults and parentsWith three adult children, eleven grandkids, and over forty-five years in Christian education, Glen and Ellen Schuknecht are asked a lot of parenting questions. But the most common question is always "How do I raise my kids to love God and love family--even after they've left my nest?" The truth is that all the rules in the world will do nothing if parents don't reach their kids' hearts.Through compelling, insightful stories from parents and grandparents who've been in the trenches, the Schuknechts demonstrate why that heart-level connection is so crucial in building long-lasting, connected relationships with a foundation of Christ. These stories are intertwined with ideas, tips, and biblical truths any parent can engage with, including a parent-coaching questionnaire to help readers build a more connected parenting style. The authors' fresh approach empowers parents to find their own vision for their families, tailor-made to their children and their circumstances.There's no magic formula here--just truth, grace, and hope instead of to-do lists. Glen and Ellen come alongside fellow parents and grandparents to help them find the ideas they crave, the hope they need, and the grace they must have to raise passionate and God-connected future generations.
The Spiritual Lives Of Young African Americans
by Almeda WrightHow do young African Americans approach their faith in God when continued violence and police brutality batters the news each day? In The Spiritual Lives of Young African Americans, Almeda M. Wright argues that African American youth separate their everyday lives and their spirituality into mutually exclusive categories. This results in a noticeable division between their experiences of systemic injustices and their religious beliefs and practices. Yet Wright suggests that youth can and do teach the church and society myriad lessons through their theological reflections and actions. Giving special attention to the resources of African American religious and theological traditions, Wright creates a critical pedagogy for integrating spirituality into the lives of African American youth, as well as confronting and navigating spiritual fragmentation and systemic injustice.
Spiritual Mismatch: Hope for Christians Married to Someone Who Doesn’t Know God
by Lee Strobel Leslie StrobelLee Strobel was the legal editor for the Chicago Tribune, a Yale graduate, and an atheist when his wife, Leslie, became a Christian early in their marriage. She began going to church; she found new friends; she became a different person. But Lee didn’t believe in any of it. Both Lee and Leslie felt they were losing each other. Despite all the emotional clashes they experienced, God answered Leslie’s prayers in miraculous ways. He gave her peace when she was feeling worried, gave her friends to walk with her, and gave her his Holy Spirit to comfort and guide her. Over time, she learned to live out her faith and be an example of Christ’s love to Lee. Today, they’re both Christians and Lee’s conversion story is now a major motion picture, The Case for Christ. In this personal and practical book, Lee and Leslie share the lessons they’ve learned, including Surprising insights into the thoughts of non-Christian spouses Eight principles for reaching out to your partner with the gospel Advice for raising your children in a spiritually mismatched home How to pray for your spouse, with a 30-day guide to get you started Helpful tips on what to do if you’re both Christians but one lags behind spiritually Advice for single Christians about marriage Twelve steps to making the most of your marriage With these trusted principles and helpful suggestions, Lee and Leslie Strobel share God’s peace, encouragement, and hope for your marriage.
Spiritual Parenting
by Michelle AnthonyIt's hard enough to train kids to behave, but good behavior isn't what Jesus calls for in the Bible. He wants hearts and souls that are shaped in vibrant faith and love toward God and others. How can parents cultivate this in their children? In this book Dr. Michelle Anthony shares practical examples and biblical insight on the spiritual role of parenting. Spiritual Parenting introduces the simple but revolutionary concept that parents are, by the power of God's Spirit, to obey and depend on God in order to create an environment God can use to beckon their children to Him.
Spiritual Parenting (Simplified Chinese)
by Michelle AnthonyTranslated into Simplified Chinese!Spiritual Parenting introduces the simple but revolutionary concept that parents are, by the power of God's Spirit, to obey and depend on God in order to create an environment God can use to beckon their children to Him. It's hard enough to train kids to behave, but good behavior isn't what Jesus calls for in the Bible. He wants hearts and souls that are shaped in vibrant faith and love toward God and others. How can parents cultivate this in their children? In this book Dr. Michelle Anthony shares practical examples and biblical insight on the spiritual role of parenting.
Spiritual Pregnancy: Inner Wisdom to Nourish and Nurture Your Child
by Gopika KapoorLet your pregnancy be the joyous, exciting and spiritual journey it was always meant to be...While having a baby is a time of great happiness, it can also be the most bewildering experience for those involved. Luckily, this book provides the perfect antidote to all your pregnancy and baby concerns. Right from deciding whether to have a baby to choosing the best hospital for the d-day (deliveryday!), Spiritual Pregnancy shows you how to make the most of your pregnancy so that you come through those nine months not only relaxed, but also confident and prepared. This unique volume shows you the best ways to handle the dilemmas that accompany having a baby, while preparing you for the incredible job that lies ahead – becoming a parent. Allow Gopika Kapoor to share with you the learning from her own journey as a mother of twins and the spiritual insights that guided her. Her pragmatic and reassuring voice not only tells you how to deal with surprise pregnancies, crazy hormones, overbearing relatives and tired sex lives, but also gives great advice on baby showers, alternative birthing methods, post-baby body image, and how to stay energized and positive through it all. Since parental bonds first form while the baby is still in the womb, Spiritual Pregnancy is your guide to making the most of this very special time with your child.
Spiritual Resources in Family Therapy, Second Edition
by Froma WalshExploring the role of spirituality in couple and family relationships, this successful text and practitioner guide illustrates ways to tap spiritual resources for coping, healing, and resilience. Leading experts in family therapy and pastoral care discuss how faith beliefs and practices can foster personal and relational well-being, how religious conflicts or a spiritual void can contribute to distress, and what therapists can gain from reflecting on their own spiritual journeys. The volume is rich with insights for working with multi-faith and culturally diverse clients. New to This Edition Coverage of death and loss, healing from refugee trauma, meditation practices for couples, use of rituals, and forgiveness. Chapter on resilience now includes Hindu and Muslim perspectives in addition to Jewish, Christian, and Buddhist views.
The Spiritually Vibrant Home: The Power of Messy Prayers, Loud Tables, and Open Doors (Lutheran Hour Ministries Resources)
by Don EvertsWe all long for homes where we can thrive and flourish. What does it take to have a spiritually vibrant household?
Spit & Sticks: A Chimney Full of Swifts
by Marilyn Grohoske EvansSuccinct and factual text follows chimney swifts as they arrive on a Texas farm, build their nest, lay eggs, ready for fledglings to take flight, and eventually prepare to migrate back to South America. In a parallel, wordless story, a mom, dad, and young girl on the farm watch the chimney swifts throughout the summer and fall, even as they build a new crib and ready for the new baby they're expecting. As they enjoy their baby's first months, they also celebrate the fledglings' first flight and bid the birds good-bye until next year.Nicole Gsell's soft illustrations follow the tales of both families—bird and human—from each unique perspective.A beautiful addition to bird lovers' collections, as well as classrooms and libraries.
Spit that Out!: The Overly Informed Parent's Guide to Raising Healthy Kids in the Age of Environmental Guilt
by Paige Wolf&“Paige Wolf provides truths, tips, and mom-to-mom advice on how to go green without going insane in this humorous must-read.&” —Pregnancy & Newborn From BPA in baby bottles and asbestos in crayons to misleading &“natural&” labels—even the most steadfast parent can be driven to frustration. Lighthearted yet authoritative, Spit That Out! cuts through the information overload, sorts cloth from disposable, and empowers readers to make simple but impactful changes. Featuring real life anxieties and advice from celebrities like Alysia Reiner and Kaitlin Olson, to activists such as Robyn O&’Brien and Stacy Malkan, to everyday super moms, Paige Wolf assures you that you aren&’t alone. Hot-button topics include food, toys, breast milk and diapers, clothing, the hidden toxins in schools, and how to spot greenwashing from a mile away. This &“realistic guide to keeping your kids safe and healthy&” is bursting with valuable advice on green vacations, how to handle unsupportive friends and family, and how to be green on a budget (People). &“Read this book!&” —Alysia Reiner, actress, Orange is the New Black &“A drastic alternative to my original plan for my son&’s safety—keeping him in a plastic bubble!&” —Tammy Pescatelli, wife, mother, comedian, exhausted &“Wolf offers practical suggestions for both managing your house and managing your emotions when you feel overwhelmed.&” —Apartment Therapy &“For readers seeking advice on how to ditch guilt and be proactive when it comes to making healthy choices for their children, Wolf&’s book ought to become the go-to guide.&” —Publishers Weekly &“Candid and humorous . . . a clear and comprehensive guide to navigating debates, understanding risks, and making informed decisions.&” —Treehugger
Spite Fences
by Trudy B. KrisherIn Kinship, Georgia everything begins to change for 13-year-old Maggie Pugh in the summer of 1960. It is the summer when Maggie must decide whether to tell anyone about the horrible thing she saw. Most of all it's the summer of Maggie's first camera, a tool that becomes a way for her to find independence and a different kind of truth.
Spitting Image
by Shutta CrumTwelve-year-old Jessie K. Bovey has a lot to worry about. She doesn't know who her father is; her old biddy of a grandmother keeps interfering in her life; her best friend, Robert, desperately needs new glasses that his family can't afford; and mean Dickie Whitten teases Robert until Jessie has no choice but to punch him out.When some New York City reporters show up in Beulah County to research a story about the War on Poverty, Jessie sees a way to solve one of her problems. She can charge money for showing the reporters around town so they can take pictures of the "local color" and use it to help pay for Robert's glasses. But her plan backfires spectacularly, and Jessie learns some big lessons--and some big secrets as well.A small Kentucky town and its quirky inhabitants are vividly evoked in Shutta Crum's warm, atmospheric coming-of-age story, which handles multiple serious themes with a light touch.
Splash!: Independent Reading Turquoise 7 (Reading Champion #689)
by Penny DolanSplash the merboy is happily playing in the waves when the tide goes out and leaves him stranded in a rock pool. Can he make it back to sea safely?Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.Independent Reading Turquoise 7 stories are perfect for children aged 5+ who are reading at book band 7 (Turquoise) in classroom reading lessons.
Splash (Natural Baby)
by Priddy Books Staff Roger PriddyUniquely shaped, easy-to-grip board book all about bathtime Printed with soy ink, made from natural renewable resources, less pollutant than traditional petroleum-based inks Combination of recycled paper and paper sourced from sustainable