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Chasing Sunsets: A Novel (Angels Walking #2)
by Karen KingsburyFrom #1 New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury comes the second novel in the Angels Walking series about divine intervention and second chances—the dramatic story of a woman desperate to find deeper meaning in her life.Growing up in a comfortable home, Mary Catherine wanted for nothing. Though she loves her wealthy parents, their lifestyle never appealed to her. Instead, Mary Catherine pursues meaning through charity work, giving away a part of herself but never giving away her heart. Mary Catherine lives in Los Angeles with her roommate, Sami, and volunteers at a local youth center with coach Tyler Ames and LA Dodger Marcus Dillinger. Despite Mary Catherine’s intention to stay single, she finds herself drawing close to Marcus, and their budding romance offers an exciting life she never dreamed of. That is, until she receives devastating news from her doctor. News that alters her future and forces her to make a rash decision. Inspirational and moving, Chasing Sunsets is the story of one woman’s deep longings of the soul, and the sacrifices she’s willing to make in search of healing.
Chasing Superwoman
by Susan DimickeleThe Christian community tends to operate under the assumption that the only women attending church are traditional stay-at-home moms. But in truth, more than 75% of mothers with school-age children work outside the home.Chasing Superwoman gives these working mothers what they've been craving--a funny, intelligent, relevant exploration of what it means to live out a vibrant faith amidst the many demands placed on their time and energy. Chasing Superwoman provides a much needed dialogue (not a formula) about the complex spiritual struggle of the working mother, plus a lot of laughter and encouragement for working women to embrace their busy life and trust God's grace for getting it all done.
Chasing The Wind (The Young Underground #5)
by Robert ElmerBook 5 in The Young Underground series. In their search for missing Nazi treasure, Peter, Elise, and Henrik find themselves trapped at sea on a Nazi submarine.
Chasing Wisdom: The Lifelong Pursuit of Living Well
by Daniel GrotheTeaching pastor at the influential New Life Church in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Daniel Grothe explains the Bible's blueprint for becoming the kind of person who can deal with all of life's challenges.Some people have learned how to live. They can handle all that life brings. They are composed. They radiate strength. They are whole, with lives worth emulating, and when they speak people listen. They are, in a word, wise. How did these people get wisdom? And perhaps more importantly, how can we?In his long-awaited first book, Daniel Grothe of New Life church in Colorado Springs, Colorado, shows us how to get wisdom for ourselves by examining what the Bible has to say about it and by providing practical steps for acquiring it, among them:learning to ask for help,loving Scripture,going to Church,living quietly,and, above all, seeking those who are themselves wise.Drawing upon Scripture and upon his own experience learning from his friend and mentor Eugene Peterson, Grothe shows how our lives can be secured by the resource that will keep us from collapsing under the onslaught of the difficulties of life. Wisdom is available to us. It takes work to pursue it. Chasing Wisdom reveals how.
Chasing Wonder: Small Steps Toward a Life of Big Adventures
by Ginger StacheYou weren't born to be like everyone else because God made you to stand out—so use this inspirational book to discover the amazing adventures He has planned for you!You can certainly survive without adventure—keep your head down and live in your comfort zone, doing only what you must to maintain the day-to-day. But life is meant to be a grand adventure! It should surprise and wow us on a regular basis. The problem is our days are so full of routine, monotony, and fear, that it is easier to stay on that treadmill of boredom than it is to step off into the unknown and discover something wonderful.Ginger Stache firmly believes that we are at our best when we live with an attitude that life is an adventure—an outlook that sets the stage by believing that every moment has the potential to bring something amazing, a sight to behold, or a lesson to be learned. By walking you through her own adventures in Chasing Wonder, you will find the inspiration to begin your own. And what's more, you'll make space for God to move in marvelous and unexpected ways.
Chasing Zeus: A Journey Through Greece in the Footsteps of a God
by Tom StoneIn CHASING ZEUS, Tom Stone and his wife follow the god of gods and his trail of myths across the length and breadth of Greece. Among the places they visit are the island of Santorini, site of the massive volcanic eruption that heralded Zeus' coming; Crete and the mountaintop cave where the infant Zeus was said to have been born, murdered, and resurrected; Dodona and Delphi, the remote sanctuaries to which kings and politicians trekked to hear oracles utter the Great Thunderer's cryptic pronouncements; and lightning-browed Olympus, Greece's tallest mountain, abode of the gods and, locals still say, a landing strip for visitors from outer space.Along the way, Stone entertains the reader with a feast of myths and legends, famous and infamous, all born out of Zeus's tempestuous wanderings. At the same time, set as they are against the human history behind the god's 4,000-year reign--from his beginnings as an amorphous sky god on the Russian steppes to his ultimate assumption into the Christian firmament as the model for Byzantium's Christ Pantocrator, Lord of the Universe--the stages of the journey offer a wondrous excursion deep into the heart and soul of the Greek people.A perfect blend of myth, memoir, and travel, CHASING ZEUS: A Journey Through Greece in the Footsteps of a God will appeal to fans of Walking the Bible.A graduate of Yale and life-long enthusiast of mythology, Tom Stone is the author of The Summer of My Greek Tavérna, a memoir of his time on Patmos, which was selected by the Book-of-the-Month Club and Quality Paperback Club. His most recent effort, The Curse of the Minotaur: An Annotated Tale of Ancient Greece, is available as an ebook.Praise for ZEUS:"The supreme deity of Greek mythology has his lusty, tempestuous story recast in engaging fashion by Stone...As a guide, Stone is informed, enthusiastic, and entertaining, the very qualities needed to ignite interest in the timelessness of Greek mythology."--Booklist"[Stone is] a genial, self-deprecating and often felicitous docent...he intercuts his complex narratives of theogony, theology, history and hysteria with descriptions of his recent travels to many of the sites long associated with Zeus...A lucid and lucent retelling of those most marvelous tales."--Kirkus
Chasing a God You Don't Want to Catch
by Darren WilsonWe Are So Quick to Say We Want &“More&” of God, but Is That Really True?As strange as it may sound, the most misunderstood, misrepresented, and potentially the most feared person in Christianity may very well be God Himself. Even seasoned Christians often view God as frightening, untrustworthy, and distant. But nothing could be further from the truth.Author and filmmaker Darren Wilson takes a funny yet poignant romp through Scripture, revealing a long-time Christian&’s hang-ups and fears of a God he was supposed to love. Wilson looks at questions such as: Is God selfish, silent, distant, and constantly disappointed in you?How do you love someone you can&’t see and who has the power to punish you at any moment?How can a loving God throw people into hell simply for not believing in Him?Wilson encourages readers to be honest with themselves and with God. He challenges us to face the things many Christians struggle with but are too afraid to talk about because everyone else seems to have this faith thing figured out. He believes God isn&’t afraid of our questions, doubts, fears, or even our anger. The secret to peace and friendship with God lies in understanding who He really is.
Chasing a Kidnapper (Dakota K-9 Unit)
by Laura ScottA K-9 team will do anything to protect a baby in danger When patrol officer Trisha McCord's six-month-old son is nearly abducted, K-9 officer West Cole saves him just in time. The single mom has no leads on who would try to take her baby—or why. And West won&’t let her deal with the threat on her own, especially with the kidnapper closing in and attacks escalating. With her child&’s life at stake, Trisha, West and his K-9, Peanut, must race to catch a ruthless criminal in time to save innocent lives—including their own.From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.Dakota K-9 Unit Book 1: Chasing a Kidnapper by Laura ScottBook 2: Deadly Badlands Pursuit by Sharee StoverBook 3: Standing Watch by Terri ReedBook 4: Cold Case Peril by Maggie K. Black
Chasing after Wind: A Pastor's Life
by Douglas J. BrouwerOne pastor&’s journey from idealism, through disillusionment, to an acceptance of grace After forty years as a Presbyterian pastor, Douglas Brouwer wondered if he had spent his life, as the author of Ecclesiastes laments, &“chasing after wind.&” What did all the hard work on evenings and weekends and holidays, away from his family, amount to? What was there to make of the long string of petty conflicts and the overwhelming feeling of disillusionment? And in the current age of shrinking mainline churches, what could he point to as the end result of his decades in ministry? Chasing after Wind will resonate with pastors everywhere who went into ministry to do lifechanging work for God and ended up spending most of their time managing the parking situation outside the church, fielding parishioner complaints about the color of the sanctuary carpet (or, in Brouwer&’s case, the color of his shoes), and endlessly fundraising for mission projects and building maintenance. In telling his story, Brouwer comes to recognize that the most meaningful parts of his career—the &“holy bits,&” as he calls them—were in unexpected moments where everything was stripped away but the mysterious work of God. Recounting these times of curious joy and shared mourning, he demonstrates how a pastor can find grace and peace in looking back on a life in ministry.
Chasing the Bright Side: Embrace Optimism, Activate Your Purpose, and Write Your Own Story
by Jess EkstromOne flicker of hope. That’s all it takes to catapult yourself into the life you’ve always imagined.Success is not born out of skill, school, where we’re from, who we know, or what we scored on the SAT. None of us were born ready. None of us started life knowing how to fly a plane or launch a company or knit a sweater for our dog.But we are born with something more important than skills. We’re born with optimism—the initial seed for success. Optimism fuels the belief that you can be the one to create the good the world needs. But you’ve got to hone it. And practice it. And determine to live from it.In Chasing the Bright Side, Jess Ekstrom shares her own inspirational story of how optimism helped her overcome multiple challenges, and the dynamic ways her mind-set propelled her as a young entrepreneur, international speaker, and philanthropist. Do you have dreams for yourself and the world that are tucked away in your box of somedays? What would happen if today was the day you opened the box? And what if that box was the key to a better tomorrow?Jess’s journey will inspire you embrace the power of optimism in your own life, and help you reimagine your purpose so you create good in the world while fulfilling your own dreams—right where you are.
Chasing the Devil at Foggy Bottom: The Future of Religion in American Diplomacy
by Shaun A. CaseyUnderstanding the role of religion in global politics is crucial for effective diplomacy. Many American policy makers are squeamish about religion&’s role in diplomacy. Nevertheless, religion plays a crucial and complex part in global affairs, such as in sustainable development, various human rights issues, and fomenting and mitigating conflict. Shaun A. Casey, the founding director of the US Department of State&’s Office of Religion and Global Affairs, makes a compelling case for the necessity of understanding global religion in Chasing the Devil at Foggy Bottom. In this fresh and provocative narrative, Casey writes frankly about his work integrating sophisticated, research-driven policy into the State Department under Secretary of State John Kerry. Their new strategy went beyond older paradigms that focused myopically on religious freedom or countering violent extremism. Such reductive approaches, Casey insists, cost thousands of lives and trillions of dollars in the US&’s ill-fated invasion of Iraq in 2003. Witty and astute, Casey recounts his team&’s challenges in DC politics as well as in the major global events of his tenure, including climate change, the rise of ISIL, and the refugee crisis. On a global stage with higher stakes than ever, effective diplomacy is imperative. Yet in this critical moment, the United States&’s reputation has faltered. Chasing the Devil at Foggy Bottom offers a path forward to better foreign policy.
Chasing the Divine in the Holy Land
by Ruth EverhartWhen Ruth Everhart was given the opportunity to travel to the Holy Land as one of several ministers taking part in a documentary about pilgrimage, she jumped at the opportunity. Little did she know just how demanding -- yet ultimately rewarding -- her transformation from Presbyterian minister, wife, and mom to pilgrim would be. Candid, down-to-earth, and delightful, Ruth recounts her experiences in Chasing the Divine in the Holy Land, inviting readers to journey alongside her on an unforgettable Holy Land pilgrimage.Watch the trailer:
Chasing the Dragon
by Andrew Quicke Jackie PullingerUntil it was pulled down, the Walled City was Hong Kong's most foreboding territory. It was a lawless place, dominated by the Triads, and which the police hesitated to enter. Strangers were unwelcome. Drug smuggling and heroin addiction flourished, as did prostitution and pornography, extortion and fear. When Jackie Pullinger set sail from England in 1966 she had no idea that God was calling her to the Walled City. Yet, as she spoke of Jesus Christ, brutal Triad gangsters were converted, prostitutes quit, and Jackie discovered a new treatment for drug addiction: baptism in the Holy Spirit.
Chasing the Dragon
by Andrew Quicke Jackie PullingerOne woman's struggle against the darkness of Hong Kong's drug dens.Until it was pulled down, the Walled City was Hong Kong's most foreboding territory. It was a lawless place, dominated by the Triads, and which the police hesitated to enter. Strangers were unwelcome. Drug smuggling and heroin addiction flourished, as did prostitution and pornography, extortion and fear.When Jackie Pullinger set sail from England in 1966 she had no idea that God was calling her to the Walled City. Yet, as she spoke of Jesus Christ, brutal Triad gangsters were converted, prostitutes quit, and Jackie discovered a new treatment for drug addiction: baptism in the Holy Spirit.(P) 2019 Hodder & Stoughton Ltd
Chasing the Dragon: One Woman's Struggle Against The Darkness Of Hong Kong's Drug Dens
by Andrew Quicke Jackie PullingerUntil it was pulled down, the Walled City was Hong Kong's most foreboding territory. It was a lawless place, dominated by the Triads, and which the police hesitated to enter. Strangers were unwelcome. Drug smuggling and heroin addiction flourished, as did prostitution and pornography, extortion and fear. When Jackie Pullinger set sail from England in 1966 she had no idea that God was calling her to the Walled City. Yet, as she spoke of Jesus Christ, brutal Triad gangsters were converted, prostitutes quit, and Jackie discovered a new treatment for drug addiction: baptism in the Holy Spirit.
Chasing the King of Hearts
by Hanna KrallWinner of the 2018 PEN Translation Prize <P><P>One of Publishers Weekly's Best Books of 2017 <P><P>This canonical work of Polish reportage is a terse, unexpected human lesson born of an occupation-era love story. Based on a true story, the raw interplay of history and fictionalization spans the Warsaw Ghetto, the war-torn countryside, and the nightmare of Auschwitz. <P><P>This is the book’s first US publication. <P><P>Hanna Krall was born in 1935 in Poland and survived the Holocaust by hiding in a cupboard. She has received numerous Polish and international awards, such as the Polish PEN Club Prize and the German Wurth Preis for European Literature 2012, and has been translated into seventeen languages.
Chasing the King of Hearts
by Hanna KrallWinner of the 2018 PEN Translation Prize. “Krall’s newly translated story of love during the Holocaust is a profound and uplifting masterpiece.” —The GuardianIn this canonical work of Polish reportage, Hanna Krall crafts a terse and unexpected human lesson out of a Holocaust novel and love story. A raw interplay of history and fiction spanning the Warsaw Ghetto, Auschwitz, and Zionist Israel, this bestselling novel won the English PEN Award and the Found in Translation Award.One of Publishers Weekly’s Best Books of 2017“The prose never once seems out of the author’s control, displaying precisely the serious artistry required to elevate and illuminate such harrowing material.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)“Krall’s unique voice . . . dominates this detached, surreal, curiously playful tale of a woman of indefatigable resourcefulness trapped between history and her heart. A quirky but exceptional story of infinite love and life-sustaining commitment.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“Hanna Krall brings Izolda R. to life through dry, factual, rhythmic prose—a litany whose cumulative effect powerfully endears her to readers.” —Slavenka Drakulic, author of Café Europa Revisted“A stirring and powerful document that, while marvelously concise, stands at the crossroads of the horrible history of humanity in the twentieth century.” —Eric Alterman, New York Times-bestselling author of Lying in State“A remarkable find . . . The style is bluntly simple, like the affectless telling of a fable. The reader is held at a distance by a tone that is so studiedly neutral as to be almost jaunty, yet because it is relating the most appalling atrocities it becomes the more affecting.” —The Sunday Times
Chasing the Rebel
by Tyler FlynnFrance, 1791Marcus, Lord Rothbury, is on the run. Part of a foiled plot to help King Louis and Queen Marie Antoinette escape to Switzerland, he's searching for the jewels the rebels stole from the queen-jewels that, when sold in England, will buy the monarchs' freedom and restore the aristocratic order Marcus holds dear.Pamphleteer James Lockhart publicly condemns the monarchy and has his own plans for the jewels-selling them to help the Parisian poor. But when the two are thrown together against a common adversary, Marcus finds himself increasingly attracted to the impetuous American.As they hunt for the jewels, Marcus begins to suspect his companion isn't all he seems. Secretive and changeable, James could be playing a double game, and Marcus can't be sure who James is fighting against-the enemy, or the man who's fallen in love with him.64,000 words
Chasing the Sun (Land of the Lone Star #1)
by Tracie PetersonWhen her father disappears in war-torn Mississippi, Hannah Dandridge finds herself responsible not only for her younger siblings but for the ranch her father recently acquired on the Texas plains. Though a marriage of convenience could ease her predicament, she determines to trust God for direction. Wounded soldier William Barnett returns to his home only to discover that his family's ranch has been seized. Though angry and bitter at this turn of events, he's surprised to discover that it is a beautiful young woman with amazing fortitude who is struggling to keep the place running. Hannah, desperate for help, and William, desperate to regain his family's land, form an uneasy truce. But nearby Comanche tribes, the arrival of Confederate soldiers, and a persistent suitor all threaten the growing attraction that builds between them. Will they be able to set aside their own dreams and embrace the promise of a future together?
Chasm: Crossing the Divide Between Hollywood and People of Faith (Morgan James Faith)
by Larry W. PolandDr. Larry Poland’s book, Chasm: Crossing the Divide Between Hollywood and People of Faith, explores the century-old warfare between the world of entertainment and mainstream Americans, those “flyovers” between Hollywood and New York. It is filled with fascinating first-person stories exposing the conflicts over excess, entitlement, morality, God, faith, and intrinsic value. Dr. Poland’s three decades in Hollywood as a consultant on the faith community informs his analysis. Stunning stories from inside the industry are told with insight and good humor. Biting criticisms of those on both sides of the divide end with a call to build trust and goodwill.
Chastity and the Soul: You Are Holy Ground
by Ronald Rolheiser"It takes both courage and a very clear head for a Catholic theologian to take on any issue regarding sexuality today. Ron Rolheiser succeeds here in a very positive, honest, and helpful way! His approach is brilliantly not sin-centered but value-centered. Bravo!" —Richard Rohr, O.F.M. Celibacy isn't for everyone, but Chastity is! With infinite wisdom and compassion, Ron Rolheiser gives us a fresh understanding of chastity, not based on repressions, prudishness, or even just sex, but on reverence, patience, and respect for ourselves and others in every area of life, that leads to true love, joy, community, and union with God These days, it's hard to say the word "chastity" without a cringe. But in this book, beloved teacher Fr. Ronald Rolheiser boldly champions the notion of chastity in its fullest meaning: respect, patience, reverence, and a God-given gift of propriety in every area of life—not just in the area of sex. In twenty-four power packed chapters, Fr. Ron compassionately and eloquently elaborates on how we can reclaim the lost virtue of chastity. He spells out the reasons for the death of chastity in our culture, the negative consequences of that has had on our souls and in our lives, the need for a healthy chastity in all areas of our lives, what constitutes that healthy chastity, and its positive consequences—so that we can say the word chastity without a cringe. This is a book not just for those believers seeking to live a holier life, but for all those who seek to live the fullest, most authentic life possible. Chastity and the Soul is the guide we all need to come to the realization that in God's eyes, each one of us is holy ground.
Chat Freak
by Kristi D. HollFourteen-year-old Morgan alienates her friends when she spends all of her time online talking to strangers in various chat rooms.
Chateau of Secrets: A Novel
by Melanie DobsonA courageous young noblewoman risks her life to hide French resistance fighters; seventy years later, her granddaughter visits the family&’s abandoned chateau and uncovers shocking secrets from the past.Gisèle Duchant guards a secret that could cost her life. Tunnels snake through the hill under her family’s medieval chateau in Normandy. Now, with Hitler’s army bearing down, her brother and several friends are hiding in the tunnels, resisting the German occupation of France. But when German soldiers take over the family’s château, Gisèle is forced to host them as well—while harboring the resistance fighters right below their feet. Taking in a Jewish friend’s baby, she convinces the Nazis that it is her child, ultimately risking everything for the future of the child. When the German officers begin to suspect her deception, an unlikely hero rescues both her and the child. A present day story weaves through the past one as Chloe Sauver, Gisèle’s granddaughter, arrives in Normandy. After calling off her engagement with a political candidate, Chloe pays a visit to the chateau to escape publicity and work with a documentary filmmaker, Riley, who has uncovered a fascinating story about Jews serving in Hitler’s army. Riley wants to research Chloe’s family history and the lives that were saved in the tunnels under their house in Normandy. Chloe is floored—her family isn’t Jewish, for one thing, and she doesn’t know anything about tunnels or the history of the house. But as she begins to explore the dark and winding passageways beneath the chateau, nothing can prepare her for the shock of what she and Riley discover… With emotion and intrigue, Melanie Dobson brings World War II France to life in this beautiful novel about war, family, sacrifice, and the secrets of the past.
Chaves para Tetuan: Chaves para Tetuan
by Mois BenarrochO primeiro romance publicado por Mois Benarroch e o início da Saga Benzimra da Trilogia de Tetuan O romance conta a história da cidade de Tetuan, situada no norte de Marrocos, perto de Espanha. Esta é a cidade mais próxima em que os judeus sefaraditas se estabeleceram depois de serem expulsos de Espanha, em 1492. Os personagens são a Família Benzimra. A trama do romance começa em 1860 e termina em algum momento do século 21 na Louisiana, Estados Unidos. Os Benzimra começaram a deixar a cidade em meados do século XIX, porque a "Juderia" não podia mais ser expandida e havia epidemias e falta de possibilidades econômicas. Eles partem para Tanger e depois para o Brasil, onde têm a chance de ganhar dinheiro e voltar para a rica Tetuan, ir para Argentina, Venezuela, Espanha e depois para Israel. Em suas viagens, eles escrevem sobre Tetuan, voltam, saem novamente e, gerações depois de sair de lá, ainda têm relacionamentos com a cidade. O capítulo mais longo é a estória de Mimon Benzimra, que emigrou aos 50 anos para Israel, mas após a morte de sua esposa, ele decide recomprar sua própria casa em uma viagem a Tetuan e se muda para lá, onde ele escolhe ficar para morrer. Seus cinco filhos vêm visitá-lo, pensando que ele está louco e tentam convencê-lo a ir para outro lugar, e não morar com os árabes. Em outro capítulo se fala de outro Benzimra (Moises Benzimra) que deixou Tetuan no século XIX e decidiu morar no Amazonas, onde criou uma tribo de Benzimra, de não judeus, que se autodenominavam a Tribo Benzimrão. (Por mais que isso pareça incrível, é baseado em fatos reais). Entre cada capítulo do livro, há um diálogo (num total de 22) entre uma criança e sua mãe, desde o momento em que eles falam em sair, através de sua Aliá (migração para Israel), a grande decepção, até suas mortes e descanso no paraíso.
Chayil: Release the Power of a Virtuous Woman
by John EckhardtFROM BEST-SELLING AUTHOR OF PRAYERS THAT ROUT DEMONS Influence and power are not just for men. The fight was never intended to be man vs. woman. Both men and women are strong and mighty in the Lord. Chayil is a Hebrew word that is connected to strength, wealth, power, influence, wisdom, and military might, and it happens to be the word translated &“virtuous&” in Proverbs 31. Since the beginning of time chayil, or &“virtuous,&” women have been created to fight for and defend their homes, families, and other kingdom entities against evil influences. Chayil women have been empowered to organize and activate those under their authority so that everything to which they are assigned runs smoothly and with excellence. A chayil woman is strong, mighty, and efficient; valiant, virtuous, and victorious. We were created to war together, man and woman, side by side, tearing down demonic strongholds of wickedness and advancing the territory of the kingdom of God. If you want to be empowered to accomplish your kingdom destiny and purpose in Christ, this book is for you! Using numerous examples from Scripture, this book shows women how to tap into the essence of the chayil anointing so they will be endued with power to defend and take back what is theirs;strengthened and motivated to tap into their God-given abilities and power to build and influence the areas they occupy;activated with supernatural wisdom and power to get wealth and to overtake the thief that comes to steal, kill, and destroy;able to take authority and defend their families, possessions, destinies, property, and dignity;encouraged to have an edge against the forces that try to destroy their vision and success in business or ministry. The chayil anointing manifests in the woman who is anointed for ministry, business, and marketplace influence.