Some scientific studies suggest that human beings are innately selfish and that Christian virtues like self-sacrifice are a delusion. In this intriguing volume, esteemed theologian Thomas Jay Oord interprets the scientific research and responds from a theological and philosophical standpoint, providing a state-of-the-art overview of love and altruism studies. He offers a definition of love that is scientifically, theologically, and philosophically adequate. As Oord helps readers arrive at a clearer understanding of the definition, recipients, and forms of love, he mounts a case for Christian agape and ultimately for a loving God.

Goooal! Now you can bring all of the fun and excitement of the soccer pitch to your desktop with this miniature set that you play with your fingers! * Everything you need to play: Includes soccer "pitch" mat, 2 goals, 2 pairs of soccer cleats for your fingers, 1 mini soccer ball * Book included: With a brief history and rules of the sport, profiles of famous players, trivia, and more in this 32-page fully illustrated miniature book * Unique gift: Perfect for soccer lovers of all ages

The present book contains a course to learn the Greek of the New Testament. 42 lessons are given; every 7th lesson is a repetition. Thanks to modern computer programmes we can offer a unique method, as it was possible to order a vast number of data, so as to present them in a useful fashion. An assimilating learning technique is used. That is to say, one is immersed immediately into the Greek of the N.T., also called Koine. At first one learns simple phrases. Later on these become complete sentences. In this way the student gets used to the Greek of the New Testament from the beginning and gradually is trained to advance. Most grammar and vocabulary has been worked into the sentences and learning those one gets acquainted with the Greek in a playful way. This ia a very useful and commendable book for the beginner of New Testament Greek. For enough grammar and words are learned to set one on his or her way towards reading the New Testament by oneself.

Poetry selection on love and mythical tales, legends; of triolets, sonnets, villanelles, free verse; a journey into nature, emotions and the soul.

The There Is No Friend As Loyal As A Book Black Booklight will become any early morning or late night reader's best friend. Stay tucked in bed with your Bible or favorite reading material and read a well-lit page without disturbing those around you.

An adjustable pivoting light bar holds 8 LED chips bonded directly into a substrate to form a single module that generates 45 Lumen of light with three settings—bright, dimmed, and strobe/pulse. The adjustable arm folds away to create a small, compact book light that can easily be slipped into a pocket, purse, or Bible case. A power switch on the top of the booklight allows you to power it off before storage and adjust the light settings. Two 3V Lithium batteries are included for your convenience.

The compact adjustable light will serve you well as a book light with its clip-on feature, but its magnetic backing means it can also be attached to any magnetic surface like a locker at school, music stand or even a metal post while camping! Never be without light again! Use the brightest setting for crafts like knitting, embroidery or crochet, the medium setting for reading and the pulse or strobe setting for low light visibility when you are walking outside.

The There Is No Friend As Loyal As A Book Black Booklight makes a fun stocking stuffer at Christmas time, a practical graduation gift for a graduate, or a helpful get-well gift for a short hospital stay.

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Read without strain while you travel with the A Reader Lives A Thousand Lives Before He Dies Glow In The Dark Book Light. The small, compact design with its encouraging sentiment will offer you hours of reading without disturbing fellow travelers.

With three light settings to choose from—bright, dimmed, and pulse, and an adjustable pivoting light bar, this little book light gives you options to find the perfect level of brightness. Just use the clearly marked power button to cycle through the light settings. Eight LED chips, bonded directly into a substrate to form a single module, generate the 45 lumens bright LED light we have all come to appreciate. For your convenience, this book light comes with batteries, so it is ready to use when you take it out of the packaging.

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• A Reader Lives A Thousand Lives Before He Dies Glow In The Dark Book Light
• Adjustable Pivoting Light Bar
• 8 LED Chips on Board
• 45 Lumens
• Clip-on
• Magnetic
• Durable
• Lightweight
• Small Parts Choking Hazzard
• NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS
• Packaged on Backing Board with Hanging Tab
• Book Light Dimensions: 81 x 51 x 25mm

Do our physical bodies really matter in corporate worship? Isn't our soul the most important part of us? Aren't our bodies, at best, negligible to worship and, at worst, a hindrance? The answer to this last question is categorically no, as Christians have attested throughout history and across the global church. The purpose of the body instead is to offer to God in worship what only it can offer--and what must be offered to God. By drawing on the wisdom of the Bible, church history, and theology, and by taking advantage of the unique insights of the arts and sciences, ethics, and spiritual formation, a respected theologian and pastor argues in this book that there is something for our physical bodies to do that decisively forms Christlikeness in us within the context of corporate worship. What we do with our postures, gestures, and movements in worship matter. How our senses of sight, scent, sound, taste, and touch are involved in worship matter. How our spontaneous and prescriptive activities form us in worship matter. All of it matters to faithful and fulsome worship for the sake of a body that is fully alive in the praise of God.

Buying a haunted house was never in Ashley Scott's plans, but when an intriguing opportunity drops into her lap after a major setback, she finds herself trekking cross-country to Hope Harbor on the Oregon coast to launch a new life. Wounded warrior Jonathan Gray isn't sure what to make of the attractive woman on his reclusive older neighbor's isolated property, but her presence is none of his business--until she enlists his help with an ambitious project. When Jonathan finds his interest in the new arrival becoming more personal than professional, however, his defenses go up. There's no room in his life--or his heart--for romance. Yet, as these three hurting people join forces to restore life, laughter, and love to a historic estate that has known too much sadness, they may also find healing, hope, and happiness for themselves. Bestselling author Irene Hannon invites you back to Hope Harbor, where hearts heal and love blooms.

Flip through these flashcards to learn new poses and refresh yourself on your favourites with ease. Easy-to-follow yoga routines and simple instructions meant to fit your busy schedule, not strain it. Yoga routines designed for any time of the day so that you can find balance and relaxation whenever you most need to. With dozens of poses in flash card format, getting your inner yogi on has never been easier.

For junior/senior undergraduates taking a one-semester probability and statistics course as applied to engineering, science, or computer science. This text covers the essential topics needed for a fundamental understanding of basic statistics and its applications in the fields of engineering and the sciences. Interesting, relevant applications use real data from actual studies, showing how the concepts and methods can be used to solve problems in the field. Students using this text should have the equivalent of the completion of one semester of differential and integral calculus.

For students taking courses in group counseling. An engaging and current look at all aspects of group work filled with illustrations, research, and practical skills written by one of the foremost authors in the counseling field. This user-friendly text provides readers with a complete and compelling view of group work, including types of groups, development of groups, dynamics within groups, diversity and multicultural issues in groups, specialty groups, ethical and legal issues in groups, groups across the lifespan, theories of groups, and the history of group work. Well-written and filled with helpful and enjoyable illustrations, this sixth edition textbook helps students to fully understand the four basic types of groups - therapy, counseling, guidance, and work/task - through case histories, examples, and clear language. At the same time, Groups: A Counseling Specialty challenges readers to think through how they would handle various group situations and to reflect and learn from their own experiences in groups.

Koalas regularly appeared in Australian biologist Danielle Clode's backyard, but it was only when a bushfire threatened that she truly paid them attention. She soon realized how much she had to learn about these complex and mysterious animals. In vivid, descriptive prose, Clode embarks on a delightful and surprising journey through evolutionary biology, natural history and ecology to understand where these enigmatic animals came from and what their future may hold. She begins her search with the fossils of ancient giant koalas, delving into why the modern koala has become the lone survivor of a once-diverse family of uniquely Australian marsupials. Koala investigates the remarkable physiology of these charismatic creatures. Born the size of tiny "jellybeans," joeys face an uphill battle, from crawling into their mother's pouch to being weaned onto a toxic diet of gum-tree leaves, the koalas' single source of food. Clode explores the complex relationship and unexpected connections between this endearing species and humans. She explains how koalas are simultaneously threatened with extinction in some areas due to disease, climate change and increasing wildfires, while overpopulating forests in other parts of the country. Deeply researched and filled with wonder, Koala is both a tender and inquisitive paean to a species unlike any other and a call to ensure its survival.

For the State Department, image is a daily concern. Many constituencies have to be taken into account in its public declarations: the president, the Congress, the media, the taxpaying public and, finally, the many foreign governments attentive to what the State Department says and does. This book attempts, in large measure, to shed light on matters that the Department prefers not to talk about. A reporter has to be on the beat for a long time to accumulate enough anecdotes to fill even a relatively small book. In my case, my tenure in the building lasted just under 40 years. I have brief profiles on all secretaries I covered (except for two who served very briefly). I have highlighted bitter inter-agency policy struggles-Iran and Iraq are examples. Humor is not ignored on these pages. Nor were the rare instances of murder, two involving career diplomats and another occurring on the Department's seventh floor. At times, American diplomats have faced appalling dangers overseas, leading in some instances to assassinations, hostage takings or bombings of embassies. Every secretary of state travels extensively abroad. I was privileged to accompany nine to more than 80 countries. Some anecdotes I recount relate to trips I did not take but heard about from others. I am sure that many priceless stories, regardless of location, have fled from my memory bank. I have resurrected those that didn't. George Gedda, January 2014, Lake Mary, Fl

"A new voice for a new generation, Katie Westenberg is exhorting us to remember. We need this challenge. Read her book and take her words to heart!"--Bestselling author BARBARA RAINEY In this frenzied world, it's time to focus your faith. We live in a loud, opinionated world of staggering distraction. It's not only exhausting, but immobilizing. You are tempted to zone out, binge watch, and doom scroll. With all of this distraction, it's hard to keep focus on what matters most: God and His nearness in this very moment. In this powerful resource--part book, part Bible study--Katie Westenberg equips you to focus on what truly matters. Leaning on Scripture, scientific studies of memory, and the power of a renewed mind, she helps you uncover the ancient way of being un-distractible. Here is the wake-up call our hearts are longing for--and the clear-eyed focus our souls were made for.

Unexpectedly Catharina meets the ascended Master Jesus. He orders her to write and publish this book, to tell the people what is coming, and how to grow into their new attitudes towards the fifth dimension. He shows that the masters are very close to humanity in order to help and assist them. Love is waiting for everyone. He initiates her and she starts to be his right hand. A book that touches you deeply.