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Love Like Hallelujah (Hallelujah Love book 2)
by Lutishia LovelyLutishia Lovely returns to the Kingdom Citizens and Mount Progressive congregations, with updates, and sometimes upsets, on the lascivious lives of some scandalous saints. With infidelity behind them, Tai's marriage to her pastor husband, King, is stronger than ever. Even when King's ex-lover, Tootie, comes back to town, Tai keeps her cool. That is until she hears that Tootie has a teenage son no one knew existed--a son who could be King's. Tootie isn't talking, and when she finally does, can she be believed? Tai doesn't think so and enlists the help of her best friend Vivian to find out the truth. What they find out, however, is more than either of them ever wanted to know. Vivian must also deal with her husband's former assistant, a woman who believes that if it wasn't for Vivian, she would have been first lady of Kingdom Citizen's Christian Center. Now she's back to claim what's hers. Millicent's back also, just in time for the marriage of Hope and Cy, the man she thought she'd be married to by now. But she's not the only church member whose dream becomes a nightmare. What happens when love feels more like harried hell instead of hallelujah? There's only one way to find out ...
Love Like That: 5 Relationship Secrets from Jesus
by Les ParrottFind the revolutionary path to success in the ultimate human challenge: truly loving other people. In this groundbreaking new book, #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. Les Parrott weaves together insights from theology, psychology, and sociology to show ordinary believers how to radically change their relationships.Psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Les Parrott provides a revolutionary path to success in the ultimate human challenge: truly loving other people. Let’s be honest. How many times have you fallen short at being a good friend, a wise parent, or a self-giving spouse because you didn’t love--truly love--at the highest level? It’s tough. We’re bound to fail. The bar is so high, especially if you aspire to love like Jesus. But it’s not impossible. In Love Like Jesus, Dr. Parrott takes the latest findings from sociology and psychology and blends them with biblical understanding to reveal practical and often counter-intuitive ways of loving like never before. He breaks them down into five factors--being mindful, being approachable, being a grace-giver, being vulnerable, and being empathetic--and shows how to practice them in daily life. The result will be deeply fulfilling and meaningful connections with nearly anyone you encounter--but especially in the relationships that matter most.
Love, Live, and Enjoy Life: Uncover the Transforming Power of God's Love
by Creflo A. DollarThis is one of the most important messages I've ever taught. Just when I thought I'd found the master key to unlocking the mysteries of living a godly life, God revealed to me the ultimate master key. When revelation this deep strikes my spirit, it makes me feel like I'm getting born again all over again! The information revealed in this book will absolutely change your life. Out of all the life-changing messages God has given me to teach over the years, I believe this one is the most important. In fact, I believe the subject of this message is the most important subject in the Bible. My study on love was a truly humbling experience. I honestly thought that I knew everything there was to know about love until God began dealing with me on a personal level about the subject. As I began to tap into love, I discovered a lot about it that I re a l ly didn't know. It's such a seemingly simple subject, and yet I had not learned enough about it; neither had I taught it to God's people as I should. As a man of God, I simply couldn't bear getting to heaven only to hear God say that I had failed to teach the most important subject of all#151;love. Through God's divine revelation of love, I reached a new level spiritually. I encourage you to open your eyes and your heart so that you might see love in a new light. As you read each chapter, ask God to reveal to you specific areas in your life where His love must be applied. I pray that through this book a conviction will come into your spirit that will make a mark in your life that can never be erased. It is vitally important that Christians learn all there is to learn about faith, prosperity and the anointing. But without learning the true measure and meaning of love, the motivating factor behind them, we will never reach the ultimate level of God's glory here on earth. If you're looking for results in your life, begin to master your love walk. Challenge yourself to love others as God loves you. By spending more time in His presence, you will come to realize the meaning of His love in a truer sense. Like an eagle, you will soar to new heights, and you will prosper as never before!
Love Luck and Lore
by Theresa Hoiles Elizabeth CarrMost cultures and societies around the world have their own unique methods for finding love. For instance, in Genoa, Italy, a yearly celebration commemorates the generosity of Count Fieschi of Lavagna who, in 1240, threw a party with a 30-foot cake. Townsfolk remember him with a parade and a little romance: they pin to their clothing a piece of paper--blue for men, white for women--on which a specific word is written. When they find someone wearing the same word, the couple is given a piece of cake. And the rest is up to them This charming practice and many others can be found in "Love, Luck, and Lore. " In this little book of love, Theresa Hoiles and Elizabeth Carr have collected celebrations and spell rhymes, fortune-telling tricks and food charms to help you snag that guy you've seen at the local coffeehouse. Try putting a two-leaf clover in your shoe as you say this rhyme: A clover of two, put it in your right shoe. The first young man you meet, In field, street, or lane, You'll have him or one of his name. Or make an apricot love sachet by placing some dried apricots and cloves in the center of a circular piece of cloth and tying it up with ribbon long enough to wear around your neck. The tantalizing aroma should draw potential lovers your way, leaving men weak in your wake. Sure, you can try a more scientific approach to dating, following rules written by someone with a Ph. D. in Interpersonal Relations from Boring U. But that's no fun Use these carefree and whimsical approaches, quirky prayers and incantations, to appeal to higher voices and spirits and bring that love into your life
Love Magic
by Tom Cowan Laurie CabotA compilation of rituals, spells, and meditations. This book offers help for women, men, and couples interested in attracting, enhancing, or ending love and romantic relationships and includes a discussion on the meaning of love magic and the craft of performing it.
Love Magic and Control in Premodern Iberian Literature (Routledge Studies in Latin American and Iberian Literature)
by Veronica MenaldiThis book explores the complexity of Iberian identity and multicultural/multi-religious interactions in the Peninsula through the lens of spells, talismans, and imaginative fiction in medieval and early modern Iberia. Focusing particularly on love magic—which manipulates objects, celestial spheres, and demonic conjurings to facilitate sexual encounters—Menaldi examines how practitioners and victims of such magic as represented in major works produced in Castile. Magic, and love magic in particular, is an exchange of knowledge, a claim to power and a deviation from or subversion of the licit practices permitted by authoritative decrees. As such, magic serves as a metaphorical tool for understanding the complex relationships of the Christian with the non-Christian. In seeking to understand and incorporate hidden secrets that presumably reveal how one can manipulate their environment, occult knowledge became one of the funnels through which cultures and practices mixed and adapted throughout the centuries.
The Love Match
by Priyanka TaslimTo All the Boys I&’ve Loved Before meets Pride and Prejudice in this swoony and thoughtful romantic comedy from debut author Priyanka Taslim. Zahra Khan is basically Bangladeshi royalty – but being a princess doesn&’t pay the bills in New Jersey. While Zahra plans to save money for college by working through the summer at a tea shop, her meddling mum is convinced that a &“good match&” in marriage will solve their family&’s financial woes. Enter Harun Emon, the wealthy, devastatingly handsome and . . . aloof boy Zahra is set up with. As soon as they meet, Zahra and Harun both know it&’s not going to work. It&’s nothing like the connection she has with Nayim Aktar, the new dishwasher at the tea shop, who just gets her in a way no one has before. Deciding to slowly sabotage their parents&’ plans, Zahra and Harun pretend to date, while Zahra explores her feelings for Nayim. For once in Zahra&’s life, she can have her rossomalai and eat it too. But life – and boys – can be a royal pain. With her feelings all mixed up, will Zahra be a good Bengali kid or can she find her one true love match? Perfect for fans of Jenny Han, Sandhya Menon, Emma Lord and Beth O&’Leary.
Love Matters More: How Fighting to Be Right Keeps Us from Loving Like Jesus
by Jared ByasFor years, Christians have argued, debated, and fought one another while "speaking the truth in love," yet we are no closer to the grace-filled life Jesus modeled. Biblical scholar and popular podcast host of The Bible for Normal People, Jared Byas casts a new vision for the Christian life that's built not on certainty, but on the risk of love. A biblically-based Christian life is not grounded in having all the answers but in a living relationship. This ultimately shifts our focus from collecting the "right" answers to loving others deeply and authentically. With stories and insights drawn from his years as a pastor, professor, and podcast host, Jared Byas calls us back to the heart of the Bible: that truth is only true when it's lived out in love. In a refreshing voice that's both witty and profoundly revelatory, Jared unpacks the concept of truth, its meaning, and why we so often fight over it. He makes a compelling case for how what we believe is less important than how we believe it and that, more than anything else, telling the truth in love is about following Jesus.For anyone who has ever felt forced to choose between truth and love, acceptance and rightness, this book offers a path forward beyond truth wars and legalistic religion to a love that matters more.
Love Me Never Leave Me: Discovering the Inseparable Bond That Our Hearts Crave
by Marilyn MebergCaught off guard, surprised by their own reactions, emotions bubble up that women fight to smother. Where did that come from?What can I do with this feeling that won’t go away?Why do I feel and act this way?Counselor Marilyn Meberg has been there too. When she got pregnant, she got scared. When her baby girl died, she got angry. When her husband died, she battled loneliness and sorrow. In between the peaks and valleys, Marilyn began to see a pattern that led to a greater understanding of herself and a richer happiness in life.She says, “We crave connection with the ones we love most, and when our bond with them is broken, damaged, or threatened, we fear being left. We fear abandonment.”Love Me, Never Leave Me tells you that desiring a love that never leaves is natural, that there are ways to turn feelings of being abandoned into experiences of emotional abundance, and to know that you are God’s beloved child—and he will never leave you or forsake you. "Thanks Marilyn for helping me make some sense to me. What a relief! Everyone I know is going to love this book. And you make me laugh. That's my kind of reading! By the way, I recommend people read in a room with chocolate cupcakes nearby. They'll know what I'm talking about as soon as they start the book; everybody's doing it." ?Sherri Shepherd, actress and co-host of The View"I do not know one single person who has not felt forgotten or abandoned sometime in life. I so recommend Marilyn's fantastic book. It is helping me way more than I even thought I needed. Grab a cupcake and settle in with me for a healing read. You'll thank me I promise!" ?Sandi Patty, singer, writer, speaker
Love Mercy: A Mother and Daughter's Journey from the American Dream to the Kingdom of God
by Lisa Samson Ty SamsonIn Love Mercy: A Mother and Daughter's Journey from the American Dream to the Kingdom of God, having lived a life of plenty in suburban America, Lisa Samson and her eighteen-year-old daughter, Ty, thought they were traveling to Africa to minister to the people and chronicle the AIDS crisis devastating the continent. Their trip, they assumed, would be missional, merciful, giving. Instead, they experienced a life-changing, soul-rattling journey. As mother and daughter are confronted with incidents of child prostitution, preventable illness, poverty, oppression, abuse, and death so prevalent it leaves no time to mourn … their journey takes a decidedly different tack. Love Mercy confronts us directly with the AIDS crisis in Africa—in particular Swaziland, which has the highest AIDS rate in the world and where the average life expectancy is thirty-two years of age. Offering two unique perspectives, Lisa and Ty share the questions they encountered on their journey and tell the stories of those they met along the way—from the children themselves, to adult AIDS victims, to the compassionate mercy-givers who seek every day to alleviate their suffering. Smiles in a place of aching sadness. Mercy in a place of heart-wrenching poverty. Two people transformed by God in ways, and places, they never expected, discovering that even in a land riddled with heartache … Christ’s love and redemption are ablaze. This Love Mercy Ebook download is designed to be read on a personal computer, smart phone, or other dedicated Ebook hardware device.
Love Never Fails (The Homeward Journey #3)
by Martha RogersAt odds over their beliefs and separated by the war, Molly and Stefan must learn to depend of God. In book three of the Homeward Journey series, Daniel and Sally Delaney’s daughter Molly finishes school and returns to her home to teach. When old friends of her parents come for a visit with their son, Stefan, Molly is attracted to the young man, but all he is interested in is talking about his position in the army. When he leaves to rejoin his regiment, Molly is both relieved and saddened. Can they overcome their differences and find love?
Love Next Door
by Anna SchmidtThe last thing Detective Pete Fleming wanted was time with children. Taking a break after a deadly mistake in the line of duty, he came to the lakeside rental looking for solitude and emotional healing. He hadn' t counted on dealing with a neighboring camp for troubled youth, or its cheerful leader, Amanda Hunter. But Amanda' s friendly manner began to draw him into the life of Camp Good News and its children. Then trouble at the camp brought back memories of the night he was shot, and Pete questioned whether he' d be able to move beyond his past tragedy in time to find love next door?
Love Notes for Dad
by Roger HowertonAn especially personal gift he'll be proud of! Inspirational stories of going the extra mile Spotlights the love of fathers The last page is lined for you to write your own personal note to Dad Whether your Dad is a strong silent type, one of the great outdoorsmen, or a quiet intellectual, he will always hold a spot in your heart that no one else can fill. Dads are always on your side, even when you're wrong! But how often have you told him just how great he still is to you? Now is your chance! This collection of remarkable stories of fathers who inspired their children in the midst of trouble, doubt, or searchings will be a treasured gift. Tuck Love Notes for Dad into his stocking at Christmas, or into his briefcase as he leaves for a trip. It will make the perfect read for him on the road, or in his chair at the end of a busy day. Because there's no one like Dad!
Love Notes for Mom
by Roger HowertonStirring stories of the devotion of mothers, and its lasting effects The last page is lined for you to write your own personal note to Mom Stories exemplify the heart-felt gratitude of children for mothers For special times in Mom's life, she might get a quick note of thanks. Or notes and letters may come at an unexpected moment from those who love her the most. Those priceless thoughts are most precious when they come from a child who just wants to let Mom know that she is loved. The thought expressed might be a memory of a word of wisdom at a critical time, remembering a fun-filled afternoon at the beach, or sharing the birth of a grandchild. This "love note" was written especially for the mom you treasure. Make her feel extra special on a favorite holiday, or, better yet, any day of the year! Because the pay for the hard work of being a mother is the love that she gets in return. Melt her heart any time of the year
The Love of a Dad: Spiritual Thoughts for Fathers
by James W. MoorePopular author James W. Moore says, "Joseph must have been a good father because Jesus called God 'Father,' and that was obviously a good image in his mind." In this book the author shares inspiring thoughts and stories about fathers and how they can look to God as the best example of a loving parent, one filled with grace and compassion, mercy and kindness. Chapters include "A Father's Great Faith," "What Are You Going to Do with the Rest of Your Life?" "Teaching Our Children to Love," and others.
The Love of a Good Amish Woman (Joyful River #3)
by Rosalind LauerAn overworked bishop and a resilient widow are a help to nearly everyone in their faith-filled Amish community of Joyful River, Pennsylvania—but what will help them see just how right they can be for each other? Collette Yoder&’s path hasn&’t been easy since her husband abandoned her—and she recovered from a near-fatal injury. But now-widowed, she feels blessed to provide for her children, especially when her new job means helping the also newly widowed Bishop Aaron Troyer straighten out his too-busy life. She simply won&’t let herself hope too much that their friendship could blossom into much, much more . . . Aaron Troyer can only thank Gott that he&’s finally found help. With a thriving congregation and two lively daughters growing up fast, the bishop has more demands on his time than hours in the day. And he&’s long admired Collette Yoder's quiet courage and ability to find joy in the smallest things—an inspiring example for three visiting Englisch girls. But amid unforeseen trouble and strife, Aaron may realize that his admiration for Collette could lead to a lifetime of joy together . . . Praise for An Amish Homecoming &“Biblical themes of faith and love echo throughout. . . . Lauer&’s fans will be satisfied with the happy endings and eagerly await the next trip to Joyful River.&” –Publishers Weekly
Love of a Lifetime
by Carol VossHow do you tell someone he's a father-ten years too late? Maggie McGuire never thought she'd see her first love, Tony Stefano, again. Not since he left town for a life of adventure. When he returns to help care for his grandmother, Tony and Maggie clash on what's best for the elderly woman. Despite their squabbles, it's obvious that time and distance didn't destroy their love. But can the truth? With God's help, they'll discover the real meaning of family...and whether young love can last forever.
The Love of Angels (Spiritual Encounters): Stories of Comfort, Inspiration, Healing and Hope
by Linda Hale BucklinReal stories of spiritual encounters bridging the gap between our lives and the divine.This collection of stories, including the author's own, chronicles encounters with angels, spiritual beings, living people, and animals who show up to remind us of love's power.This book leads us toward a deeper understanding of how to integrate our relationship with the divine into our world here on Earth.Living our lives in love is what carries us onward in our journey home, to the light on that distant shore.
The Love of Divena
by Kay Marshall StromIndia 1990. In the final book of the Blessings of India series, Shridula, old and stooped at fifty-nine, makes her painful way to pay homage to the elephant god Ganesh, lord of success and destroyer of evils and obstacles. "Why are we Hindus instead of Christians?" her seventeen-year-old granddaughter Divena asked. "Because we are Indian," said Shridula. So begins a spiritual journey for Divena as she struggles against an entire culture to proclaim a faith close to her heart while rocking the world of two families.
The Love of Divena
by Kay Marshall StromIndia 1990. In the final book of the Blessings of India series, Shridula, old and stooped at fifty-nine, makes her painful way to pay homage to the elephant god Ganesh, lord of success and destroyer of evils and obstacles. "Why are we Hindus instead of Christians?" her seventeen-year-old granddaughter Divena asked. "Because we are Indian," said Shridula. So begins a spiritual journey for Divena as she struggles against an entire culture to proclaim a faith close to her heart while rocking the world of two families.
The Love of God: Divine Gift, Human Gratitude, and Mutual Faithfulness in Judaism (Library of Jewish Ideas)
by Jon D. LevensonThe love of God is perhaps the most essential element in Judaism—but also one of the most confounding. In biblical and rabbinic literature, the obligation to love God appears as a formal commandment. Yet most people today think of love as a feeling. How can an emotion be commanded? How could one ever fulfill such a requirement? The Love of God places these scholarly and existential questions in a new light.Jon Levenson traces the origins of the concept to the ancient institution of covenant, showing how covenantal love is a matter neither of sentiment nor of dry legalism. The love of God is instead a deeply personal two-way relationship that finds expression in God's mysterious love for the people of Israel, who in turn observe God’s laws out of profound gratitude for his acts of deliverance. Levenson explores how this bond has survived episodes in which God’s love appears to be painfully absent—as in the brutal persecutions of Talmudic times—and describes the intensely erotic portrayals of the relationship by biblical prophets and rabbinic interpreters of the Song of Songs. He examines the love of God as a spiritual discipline in the Middle Ages as well as efforts by two influential modern Jewish thinkers—Martin Buber and Franz Rosenzweig—to recover this vital but endangered aspect of their tradition.A breathtaking work of scholarship and spirituality alike that is certain to provoke debate, The Love of God develops fascinating insights into the foundations of religious life in the classical Jewish tradition.
The Love of God: A Canonical Model
by John C. Peckham2015 Readers' Choice Award WinnerThe Love of God
The Love of the Sacred Heart
by St MechtildeOver 600 years before the revelations of Divine Mercy to St. Faustina, and over 300 years before the revelations of the Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque there were the revelations of the Sacred Heart to St. Mechtilde (1241-1298) a Benedictine nun and friend of St. Gertrude the Great. Lovers of the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus will find many similarities between these and the other apparition where God has shared the mystery of the Sacred Heart with mankind, though there is no evidence that she was familiar with St. Mechtilde’s writings. Most importantly Our Lord speaks on topics of great importance in the practice of the devout life: the divine office, frequent confession and communion and so forth. These divine revelations also greatly influenced the Poet Dante when he wrote his Divine Comedy.
The Love of Wisdom: A Christian Introduction to Philosophy
by Steven B. Cowan James S. Spiegel Broadman Holman Publishers StaffPhilosophy is defined as the love of wisdom, and college students will certainly admire this Bible-informed introductory level textbook's fun approach to an often heady subject. The Love of Wisdom is made distinct in its engaging style that includes humor and copious popular culture illustrations to heighten reader interest and clarify important concepts. The book even addresses two key topics often omitted by other texts: political philosophy and aesthetics (beauty and the arts).
Love on a Deadline: An August Wedding Story (A Year of Weddings Novella)
by Kathryn SpringerThey’ve helped orchestrate the perfect day for countless couples. Now twelve new couples will find themselves in the wedding spotlight in the second Year of Weddings novella collection. MacKenzie thought writing wedding stories was beneath her journalistic abilities. Until one love story rekindled an old flame and opened her heart to love once more. MacKenzie “Mac” Davis left her hometown of Red Leaf, Wisconsin, ten years ago, and she never looked back. But when her father, beloved Coach Davis, suffers a mild heart attack, she returns home for an extended visit. It means taking a job at the local newspaper, where the biggest news story is the return of Hollis Channing to marry her celebrity fiancé, but Mac would do anything to make sure her dad takes care of himself. She just didn’t know that would include spending extended time with her high school crush, Ethan Channing, brother of the bride and the boy who broke her heart. When Ethan Channing offered to help his sister plan her fast wedding, he had no idea what a big production it would be. Nor what a dilapidated state their old family home would be in. But when he catches Mac trying to take pictures of the house for an article she’s writing, he ropes her in to helping him. It’s hard to believe the tomboy coach’s daughter he remembers from high school has turned into this beautiful fire ball of a woman. And he has to admit he doesn’t mind needing her help in planning the wedding of a lifetime. It’s been ten years since they’ve seen each other. And ten years is a long time. But is it long enough to repair broken hearts and turn old high school crushes into love?