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Stories of the Occult: Supernatural Happenings and Strange Tales from Around the World
by Jamie KingPrepare to step over to the dark side with this sinister selection of occult stories Have you heard the tale of the black-eyed children? What about the monster that eats your dreams? Do you know about the witches that summon the dead? This spine-chilling compendium of strange and supernatural happenings from across the globe is essential reading, whether you're an occult enthusiast or simply curious.Filled with mind-bending stories of dark magic, terrifying hauntings and unexplained phenomena, the world of the occult has left us fascinated and fearful since ancient times. Spellbinding, mysterious and hidden from view, occult practices offer a way to uncover the secret knowledge of the universe, but beware: some say this knowledge comes at a price... Explore this rich history of magic and intrigue, as well as occult rituals and esoteric philosophies that continue today. Stories of the Occult looks at:- Hauntings- Unexplained deaths- Witchcraft- Mythical creatures and much more. Delve into this book and see what you can discover. By the end, you may not know what to believe!
Stories of the Saints: Bold and Inspiring Tales of Adventure, Grace, and Courage
by Carey WallacePerforming Miracles. Facing Wild Lions. Confronting Demons. Transforming the World. From Augustine to Mother Teresa, officially canonized as St. Teresa of Calcutta, discover seventy of the best-known and best-loved saints and read their riveting stories. Meet Joan of Arc, whose transcendent faith compelled her to lead an army when the king&’s courage failed. Francis of Assisi, whose gentleness tamed a man-eating wolf. Valentine, a bishop in the time of ancient Rome, who spoke so often of Christ&’s love that his saint&’s day, February 12, has been associated with courtly love since the Middle Ages. St. Thomas Aquinas, the great teacher. Peter Claver, who cared for hundreds of thousands of people on slave ships after their voyage as captives. And Bernadette, whose vision of Mary instructed her to dig the spring that became the healing waters of Lourdes. Each saint is illustrated in a dramatic and stylized full-color portrait, and included in every entry are the saint&’s dates, location, emblems, feast days, and patronage. Taken together, these stories create a rich, inspiring, and entertaining history of faith and courage. For kids age 10 and up. A perfect gift for Confirmation.
Stories of the Spirit of Justice
by Jemar TisbyNew York Times bestselling author Jemar Tisby collects the true, impactful stories of figures from across history—from the well-known to those often forgotten—who resisted racism and created a legacy of hope and perseverance. Each short biography is paired with an illustration to help inspire young readers to continue to work toward justice today.We are living in the civil rights movement of our day. But the challenges of the present call us to remember the past. Throughout American history, there has always been a resilient group of people who, motivated by their faith, resisted oppression and pushed for greater equality and liberty for all. From well-known figures like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman, to those time has nearly forgotten, all these people tapped into an abiding spirit of justice to pursue the dignity of all people.Stories of the Spirit of Justice is the companion book for young readers ages 8-12 to Jemar Tisby&’s The Spirit of Justice and tells the story of the justice movement through short biographies of the figures who did the work. With illustrations depicting the people profiled and practical tips connecting readers to the continued fight for justice, this is essential reading for everyone who still dreams of a land where all are truly free.Stories of the Spirit of Justice:covers the colonial era to the present dayincludes inspiring takeaways from each person&’s life and a bibliography for further readingroots each story in the historical moment, with descriptions of the state of justice in different eras in American historycan be used by families and church or school groups to start meaningful conversations with kids
Stories with Intent: A Comprehensive Guide to the Parables of Jesus
by Klyne R. SnodgrassWinner of the 2009 Christianity Today Award for Biblical Studies, Stories with Intent offers pastors and students a comprehensive and accessible guide to Jesus' parables. Klyne Snodgrass explores in vivid detail the historical context in which these stories were told, the part they played in Jesus' overall message, and the ways in which they have been interpreted in the church and the academy. Snodgrass begins by surveying the primary issues in parables interpretation and providing an overview of other parables—often neglected in the discussion—from the Old Testament, Jewish writings, and the Greco-Roman world. He then groups the more important parables of Jesus thematically and offers a comprehensive treatment of each, exploring both background and significance for today. This tenth anniversary edition includes a substantial new chapter that surveys developments in the interpretation of parables since the book's original 2008 publication.
Stories with Intent: A Comprehensive Guide to the Parables of Jesus
by Klyne R. SnodgrassWinner of the 2009 Christianity Today Award for Biblical Studies, Stories with Intent offers pastors and students a comprehensive and accessible guide to Jesus' parables. Klyne Snodgrass explores in vivid detail the historical context in which these stories were told, the part they played in Jesus' overall message, and the ways in which they have been interpreted in the church and the academy. Snodgrass begins by surveying the primary issues in parables interpretation and providing an overview of other parables—often neglected in the discussion—from the Old Testament, Jewish writings, and the Greco-Roman world. He then groups the more important parables of Jesus thematically and offers a comprehensive treatment of each, exploring both background and significance for today. This tenth anniversary edition includes a substantial new chapter that surveys developments in the interpretation of parables since the book's original 2008 publication.
Stories, Poems, and Songs from the Heart of an Old Farmer: Dedicated to the glory of Jesus Christ and GodÆs true Word, the Holy Bible
by Don CooperThis book is a compilation of stories, poems, and song lyrics which really do come from the heart of a former dairy farmer who sincerely desires to share his love for Jesus and God's true Word, the Holy Bible, with you. It tells of our faith and experiences during our time as dairy farmers and how those two intertwined."Dedicated to glory of Jesus Christ and God&’s True Word, the Holy Bible" is Don's mission statement, and throughout all of his writings he tells how the Lord has been at his side throughout his whole life. Without His presence Don could have never done the seemingly impossible things he's done.
Storm
by Donna Jo NapoliA sixteen-year-old stowaway discovers her destiny on Noah's ark in this riveting reimagining from award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli, available in time for the March 2014 major motion picture Noah.The rain starts suddenly, hard and fast. After days of downpour, her family lost, Sebah takes shelter in a tree, eating pine cones and the raw meat of animals that float by. With each passing day, her companion, a boy named Aban, grows weaker. When their tree is struck by lightning, Sebah is tempted just to die in the flames rather than succumb to a slow, watery death. Instead, she and Aban build a raft. What they find on the stormy seas is beyond imagining: a gigantic ark. But Sebah does not know what she'll find on board, and Aban is too weak to leave their raft. Themes of family, loss, and ultimately, survival and love make for a timeless story. Donna Jo Napoli has imagined a new protagonist to tell the story of Noah and his ark. As rain batters the earth, Noah, his family, and hordes of animals wait out the storm, ready to carry out their duty of repopulating the earth. Hidden below deck...is Sebah.
Storm Against the Innocents: Holocaust Memories and Other Stories
by Elly GrossIn 1998 Elly Gross, née Berkovits saw a picture on a display in Poland that changed the direction of her life. This book would not have been written if Elly had not seen that picture. Other life-changing events included separation at the age of 15 from her mother and 5 year old brother and incarceration as an inmate and slave laborer at Auschwitz-II/Birkenau. She survived; her family was murdered. After liberation, she began a new family with a survivor of the Death March. In 1966, they fled from communist Romania to the United States. She, her husband, and two children worked hard to attain the American Dream. Then in 1998, she participated, for the first time, in the March of the Living, a program where teenagers and survivors visit Jewish sites in Poland and Israel. At Auschwitz-II/Birkenau, there was a picture of a group of woman and children, just off the cattle cars, whose lives were soon to be snuffed out. In that picture, Elly found her mother and brother. This "reunification" is the touchstone from which so much of Elly's poetry and narratives pour. The history she writes about, from the Holocaust to the attack on the World Trade Center, is horrific. Elly, the innocent child, saved through a series of miracles or accidents, becomes Elly, the survivor-adult. As her legacy, she shares the feelings and facts of the time period with her readers. Her writing is a memorial to her family, as well as a commitment against hatred and the destruction to which it leads. To read this book is a memorable and touching experience. There are moments described that the reader will not forget, because they are not meant ever to be forgotten.
Storm Clouds (High Hurdles #5)
by Lauraine SnellingDJ hopes to survive the stressful month before her mother's wedding. An invitation to spend a week at her father's horse ranch seems a perfect escape, but will DJ's attitude ruin everything?
Storm Clouds (Mills And Boon Love Inspired Ser.)
by Cheryl WolvertonAngelina gets a call from her brother for help, a brother she hasn't seen since for ten years--not since she visited him in Australia, a place he had gone to be a missionary. So she heads off to see him, but is intercepted at the airport and climbs into a waiting car. Once in the car she realizes these are not men sent by her brother, but men who are intent on killing her. She manages to escape and hijack a national park reserve officer and his jeep. David Lemming has left a past full of hurt and pain after he got saved. He is very happy doing the job he is doing while he waits for God's direction. But God's direction wasn't having a woman kidnap him and shoot at the vehicle she just fell out of. . . was it? Maybe she is there because he has been sent to help her. The story that follows is a suspenseful tale of intrigue and desperation. Angelina finds out her brother is missing, the reason is because he has information about someone who is planning to kill the First Lady. She has to find her brother before he is killed, before the killer strikes the President's wife. . and before she herself is killed. And while she is doing that, David teaches her that God is in control and if she'll let go of her bitter past and find peace, she might just survive. Will she ultimately have to choose between her life and the First Lady's. . . is she ready to face her maker?
Storm Clouds Rolling In (Bregdan Chronicles #1)
by Ginny DyeCarrie had always lived a charmed life, but restlessness was gnawing at her soul. She dreamed of a different future, but dramatic changes are taking place in the South. Her heart and mind would soon be tested by fire – sweeping away dreams of freedom. Carrie Cromwell comes of age as the storm clouds of the Civil War swallow the country. Born with a fiery spirit and a strong mind, she finds herself struggling between the common wisdom of the South and the truth she has discovered. The activities of the Underground Railroad and her close friendships with the Cromwell Plantation slaves create difficult choices. But when her decisions put her at odds with her heritage and challenge her dreams, will she be able to give up all that is precious to her?
Storm Rising (Faithgirlz / Blog On! #4)
by Dandi Daley MackallStorm Novelo, most likely to be liked and the center of attention wherever she goes, is a fake, hiding the emptiness that makes her quit everything she begins with such enthusiasm-including the blog. But through a series of successes and failures, and with the help of her friends, she'll discover that God alone knows her intimately (I Corinthians 13. 12) and waits to help her discover who she is in Christ.
Storm Siren (The Storm Siren Trilogy #1)
by Mary Weber"There are few things more exciting to discover than adebut novel packed with powerful storytelling and beautiful language. StormSiren is one of those rarities. I'll read anything Mary Weber writes. More,please!" --JAY ASHER, New YorkTimes bestselling author of ThirteenReasons Why"StormSiren is a rivetingtale from start to finish. Between the simmering romance, the rich andinventive fantasy world, and one seriously jaw-dropping finale, readers willclamor for the next book--and I'll be at the front of the line!" --MARISSA MEYER, NewYork Times bestselling author of the Lunar Chronicles"I raise my chin as the buyers stare. Yes.Look. You don't want me. Because, eventually, accidentally, I will destroy you."As a slave in the war-wearykingdom of Faelen, seventeen-year-old Nym isn't merely devoid of rights, herElemental kind are only born male and always killed at birth--meaning, she shouldn'teven exist.Standing on the auction blockbeneath smoke-drenched mountains, Nym faces her fifteenth sell. But when herhood is removed and her storm-summoning killing curse revealed, Nym is snatchedup by a court advisor and given a choice: be trained as the weapon Faelen needsto win the war or be killed.Choosing the former, Nym isunleashed into a world of politics, bizarre parties, and rumors of an evil moresinister than she's being prepared to fight . . . not to mention the trainerwhose dark secrets lie behind a mysterious ability to calm every lightning strikeshe summons.But what if she doesn't want tobe the weapon they've all been waiting for?Set in a beautifully eclecticworld of suspicion, super abilities, and monsters, Storm Siren is a story of power. And whoever controls that powerwill win."Readers who enjoyed MarissaMeyer's Cinder series will enjoy this fast-paced fantasy which combines anintriguing story line with as many twists and turns as a chapter of Game ofThrones!" --Dodie Owens, Editor, School Library Journal Teen"Weber builds a fascinating andbelievable fantasy world. Inventive and entertaining." --Kirkus Reviews"[F]antasy readers will feel athome in Weber's first novel . . . a detailed backdrop and large cast bringvividness to the story." --Publishers Weekly"Readers will easily find themselves captivated. Thebreathtaking surprise ending is nothing short of horrific, promising even moredark and bizarre adventures to come in the Storm Siren trilogy." --RTBook Reviews, 4 stars
Storm Sisters: Friends Though All Seasons
by Afton RorvikWomen treasure the support, loyalty, and laughter found in their friendships--especially when they face the storms of life. Whether purchased as a gift or for oneself, Storm Sisters is a delightful journey on what it means to be a friend in all seasons of life.
Storm Warning
by Billy GrahamAn examination of the imminence of Christ's return in light of today's headlines and the events recorded in Scripture. The morning newspapers are jammed with alarming headlines and stories asking questions no one can answer. In Storm Warning, Billy Graham examines the problems facing America today compared with what is to come as revealed in the Bible. He answers the tough questions as only he can with astute biblical insight, and points to the hope and renewal found in Christ--for our families, our nation, and our world. Includes an in-depth analysis of the four horsemen of Revelation chapter six as well as insight on: Signs of the timesThe ApocalypseStanding before God
Storm Warning (Faithgirlz / Blog On! #8)
by Dandi Daley MackallWritten by bestselling author Dandi Daley mackall, in this series girls use Internet technology to unite and connect in powerful new ways. Discover a world where girls come together from completely different backgrounds and beliefs to start a journey of faith and self-discovery. Storm Novelo can’t understand why she’s messing up more now than before she became a Christian. Believing she’s at least partly to blame for her dad’s depression, Storm is determined to make him proud by joining the Quiz Bowl team, a move that pits her against Cameron Worthington the Third and teammates who’ll do everything they can to see her fail. Storm comes to understand that she’s more conscious of her faults because she’s growing in Christ. DANDI DALEY MACKALL won her first writing contest when she was ten years old with fifty words on why she wanted to be a batboy. She won, but they wouldn’t let a girl be a batboy. It was her first taste of rejection. She bounced back and has since published 400 books. Dandi lives in rural West Salem, OH, and enjoys her husband and kids, who will still, on occasion, be up for a game of family softball.
Storm Warning (Faithgirlz! Blog On #8)
by Dandi Daley MackallStorm Novelo can't understand why she's messing up more now than before she became a Christian. Believing she's at least partly to blame for her dad's depression, Storm determines to make him proud by joining the Quiz Bowl team, a move that pits her against Cameron Worthington the Third and teammates who'll do everything they can to see her fail.
Storm Warning: A Riveting Western Suspense (Whisper Lake #1)
by Linda HallThe rustic lakeside homestead is supposed to be a refuge for widow Nori Edwards. However, the moment the single mom arrives, strange and frightening things start happening. Former police officer Steve Baylor—the only resident who'll step foot on the "cursed" property—vows to protect Nori. And catch the shadowy someone dead set on terrorizing her. For the first time, she feels safe. But danger won't stay hidden forever…and neither will Nori's stalker, who's waiting for a chance to let a deadly storm roll in.
Storm from the East
by Milton ViorstAmerica's engagement with the Arab world stretches back far beyond the Iraq wars. According to Milton Viorst, the current conflict is simply the latest round in a 1,400-year struggle between Christianity and Islam, in which the United States became a participant only in the last century. Today, the Bush Doctrine aims to free the Arab peoples from political oppression and create a democratic Iraq. So why are Arabs, and Iraqis in particular, so suspicious of our efforts? The explanation, Viorst says, is simple: "What the American leadership has miscalculated, or simply dismissed, is Arab nationalism. " In Storm from the East, Viorst offers a balanced, lucid, and vital history of America's uneasy relationship with the Arab world and argues that brutal conflict in the region will continue until the West, with the United States taking the lead, honors the Arabs' insistence on deciding their own destiny. Viorst examines the long struggle of the Arab world to overthrow Western hegemony. He explores the Arab experiences with democracy and military despotism; Nasserite socialism in Egypt and Ba'athism in Syria and Iraq; tribal monarchy in Saudi Arabia and Jordan; guerrilla warfare waged by the Palestinians; and, finally, Islamic rebellion culminating in Osama bin Laden's extremist al-Qaeda. All have the same goal: the liberation of the Arabs from foreign domination. Storm from the East is a powerful work that, like no other, limns the political, religious, and social roots of Arab nationalism and the present-day unrest in the Middle East.
Storm: A Novel (Faithgirlz / Soul Surfer)
by Rick BundschuhIt took real faith and courage to get Bethany back on a surfboard after losing her arm to a shark. In this new four-book fiction series based on the life of surfer star Bethany Hamilton, Bethany and her friends discover God’s love and guidance as they tackle the waves that life hands them. Also available: Soul Surfer™ Bible, Ask Bethany, and Rise Above. In Clash, it’s a challenge to their tight-knit group when a new girl with a secret crowds Bethany and her friends. Important heart issues lead to difficult decisions. In Burned, Bethany has a run-in with an unpleasant kid on a surf trip to Samoa and discovers something in the Samoan culture that brings healing and forgiveness. In Storm, Bethany helps a young family lost on the Hanakapiai Trail. As Bethany’s youth group struggles to raise funds for a mission trip, her small act of kindness blesses them all. In Crunch, Bethany meets a little boy at an orphanage in Mexico who must have his foot removed. Concerned by his condition, Bethany makes a promise to the child that threatens her opportunity to surf in a prestigious contest.
Storm: Hearing Jesus for the Times We Live In
by Jim CymbalaStorm: What Jesus Is Saying to His Church is a book for every Christian who is concerned about the challenges that face believers today. Using powerful stories of people who have been transformed by Christ, it will strike a note of encouragement and hope, helping Christians to remember that a life surrendered to Christ in the midst of a church transformed by his presence cannot be defeated. No amount of spiritual darkness or cultural pressure can drown out the life-giving power of the gospel. Jim Cymbala believes that the church in America is in the middle of a powerful storm, the intensity of which is likely to increase in coming months and years. Many Christians are bewildered, disheartened, and concerned by what they see—a culture that’s become increasingly hostile to biblical Christianity and a church whose vital signs are quickly waning. Like the storm surge that overtook lower Manhattan during Hurricane Sandy, powerful forces have come together to create a surge that’s threatening the health of the church. Storm will talk about the tendency on the right and on the left to conflate the kingdom of God with a particular political party. Many conservative Christians have made the mistake of substituting America for the Israel of the Old Testament, failing to realize the danger of adopting Old Testament principles that were never affirmed in the New Testament. Their message has sometimes been harsh and legalistic, making it difficult for them to proclaim a gospel of grace. Even though there is a great deal of emphasis on the Bible in such churches, it can often be the wrong emphasis. Jim Cymbala will explore the importance of preaching a gospel of grace rather than a gospel of mixed messages, so common in the church today. He will speak of our need to understand spiritual battles and for total dependence on the Holy Spirit, and he will discuss the importance of prayer. He will also explore the motivational atmosphere of the early church which flourished despite far worse conditions than those we face today. We don’t need more church growth programs to turn the church around. What’s needed is a transformation at the heart of the church so that the gospel is preached, the Holy Spirit is allowed to lead, and lives are transformed.
Stormcatcher
by Colleen RhoadsUncovering a modern-day crime scene was not how marine archaeologist Wynne Baxter expected to use her diving skills. Yet when handsome family friend Simon Lassiter fell under suspicion in the death of his cousin and former fiancée, Wynne vowed to help him learn the truth, even though it meant risking everything in Superior's stormy waters.But a tempest of a different kind was about to fall on the Lassiter family, and Wynne found herself caught up in the maelstrom. Whom could she trust as the clouds of suspicion and danger rolled in over her head?
Stormie: A Story of Forgiveness and Healing
by Stormie Omartian"I have a burning desire to tell people who are hurting that there is a way out of their pain. . . There is hope for their lives." Stormie Omartian tells her compelling story of a childhood marred by physical and emotional abuse that eventually led her into the occult, drugs, and tragic relationships. Finding herself overwhelmed by fear and on the verse of suicide, she shares with us the turning point that changed her life and reveals the healing process that brought freedom and wholeness beyond what she ever imagined. In this poignant drama, there is help and hope for anyone who has been scarred by the past or feels imprisoned by deep emotional needs. It is a glorious story of how God can bring life out of death.
Storming the Gates of Heaven: Prayer that Claims the Promises of God
by Anne Graham LotzIn this adaptation of her bestselling book, The Daniel Prayer, Anne Graham Lotz unlocks a powerful pattern of prayer for claiming the promises of God.What is the secret to praying prayers that really “work”? In Storming the Gates of Heaven, a plan for praying effective prayers that God answers is presented through unpacking the ancient prayer of the prophet Daniel, a prayer that moved heaven and changed a nation and one that even today can deliver on God ‘s promises. It’s a prayer birthed under pressure. Heartache. Grief. Desperation. It can be triggered by a sudden revelation of hope. Here is the secret to answered prayer, a promise freshly received, a miracle that lies just over the horizon.
Storming the World Stage: The Story of Lashkar-e-taiba
by Stephen TankelLashkar-e-Taiba is among the most powerful militants groups in South Asia and increasingly viewed as a global terrorist threat on par with al-Qaeda. Considered Pakistan's most powerful proxy against India, the group gained public prominence after its deadly ten-person suicide assault on Mumbai in November 2008. By the time the last Lashkar terrorist was dead after nearly 60 hours, it appeared the world was facing a new menace. Boasting transnational networks stretching across several continents, there has been serious debate since 9/11 of whether Lashkar is an al-Qaeda affiliate. The deliberate targeting of Westerners and Jews during the Mumbai attacks raised questions about whether Lashkar was moving deeper into al-Qaeda's orbit and perhaps on a trajectory to displace Osama bin Laden's network as the next major global jihadi threat. Lashkar's expansion has serious security implications for India, Pakistan, Europe and the United States and its activities threaten to damage US-Pakistan relations. Despite growing calls for action, Pakistan is yet to take any serious steps toward dismantling Lashkar for fear of drawing it further into the insurgency raging there and because of its continued utility against India. More than a militant outfit, Lashkar also controls a vast infrastructure that delivers necessary social services to the Pakistani populace, making it all the more difficult to dismantle. Storming the World Stage traces the evolution of Lashkar-e-Taiba over more than two decades to illustrate how the group grew so powerful and to assess the threat it poses to India, the West and to Pakistan itself. The first English-language book ever written about Lashkar, it draws on in-depth field research, including interviews with senior Lashkar leaders, rank-and-file members, and officials of the Pakistani security services--some of who have helped nurture the group over the years.