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Books > Biography > Religious & spiritual
This compelling reconstruction of the life and thought of St Paul
paints a vivid picture of the Roman world in which he preached his
revolutionary message and explains the significance of his lasting
impact on both the Church and the world. Regarded by many as the
founder of Christianity, Paul of Tarsus is one of the most
controversial and powerful figures in history. His writings have
had an incalculable influence on Western culture and beyond, and
his words continue to guide the lives of over two billion
Christians across the world today. In this superbly detailed
biography Tom Wright traces Paul's career from zealous persecutor
of the fledgling Church, through his journeys as the world's
greatest missionary theologian, to his likely death as a Christian
martyr at the hands of Nero in the mid 60s CE. Drawing judiciously
on the latest research into the Jewish, Greek and Roman worlds, and
enriched by a wealth of critical insight into Paul's own writings,
this is the most rounded portrait of the apostle ever painted - his
development, motivations, spiritual struggles and intellectual
achievements, and his lasting impact over two millennia.
Pastor Jim Knotek has experienced quite a few miracles and healings
among his parishioners and, especially, at home with his family.
Miracles certainly fascinate us; even so, we must focus not on the
miracle but on the miracle-maker, Jesus Christ. There would be no
other reason for a miracle, unless Jesus was at the very center of
it. He and His angels are continually watching over. Angels and
miracles are interrelated, intertwined under all conditions and
circumstances. As God's children, we are in a very unique
relationship with Him and His angels. "Angels and Miracles, Grief
and Hope, " includes the word grief because most of us have had
firsthand knowledge of death and grief among our immediate family,
relatives, or friends. Grief and death are not pleasant thoughts,
but unfortunately, we can't get away from those unwelcome
intruders. The sadness and desolation of dealing with Alzheimer's
disease and the trauma of losing a spouse are wrapped in the
knowledge that there is life after death and that Jesus Christ is
God In his memoir, Pastor Knotek tells his story and shares the
glory of God and the place that miracles and angels play in the
biggest miracle-life
In 1982, after the death of her second husband, Margery McManus
Leach began a life of travel that opened her eyes to the many
injustices in the world. In "On Being Born Again and Again, " she
recounts how her life was constantly renewed by responding to the
needs of others in foreign lands. Her rebirths, as she refers to
them, began when she began participating in church-sponsored
seminars in 1982. While she was visiting in the Marshall Islands on
a National Council of Churches overseas seminar experience, she
heard testimony from individuals who had suffered grievously from
US nuclear testing. She was horrified by what the United States
government had done to these people and further distressed that
their independence was being delayed until an agreement was signed
that would continue unwanted nuclear presence in their territory.
She could not maintain her silence about these injustices, and in
1984 it became her mission to travel around the United States
exposing their actions as well as the roadblocks to world peace
that they built up. This revised edition of "On Being Born Again
and Again" incorporates pieces from the earlier edition of the book
with this revised edition, providing background for this edition.
From the Gangs of Watts (Los Angeles) to an accuse Minister Behind
Bars. This is P.O.W., In God's Army We all are soldiers once we
accept Jesus Christ as our Personal Savior. It's very important to
know that what ever we did we will reap what we sow, one way or
another. Pray for others and forgive others, never think that you
are better than anyone. God is no respect of persons, what he will
do for you; He'll do for everybody. My story is not fiction, but
true facts. I want the world to know, that there are forces out
there that torment and possess mankind. If you have opened up any
doors to the Devil it's time to close them by the blood of Jesus
Christ. God has made man with a strong Sex drives, it's up to us to
control it and not let it control us. Man's main weakness is Sex.
Let's wake up men and take a stand for what's right and moral, then
we will have a better society to live in. Don't allow youthful
lust, which destroys the soul, destroy us. I have no animosity
against anyone of these people in this book. I have forgiven them
and myself. They are in the hand of a Living God. I'm willing to
continue on fighting against Sexual Immorality. This fight is until
death. desire is People being set free...If you'll looking for the
truth then read this book. If you'll looking for lies, this book is
not for you. Please pray for me and I will pray for you. May Jesus
Christ richly bless you and Deliver you from Sin.
James Maloney's life began with abuse, rejection and fear. His
is an all-too-typical story of an unwanted baby who became suicidal
at the age of fourteen. But all of that changed New Year's Day
1971, when in a moment of greatest despair, James cried out for an
answer: "God, if You're really real, You're going to have to reveal
Yourself to me, because I can't take this anymore "
The Lord Jesus Christ provided that answer, appearing to the
teenager in a cloud of glory, two outstretched hands reaching for
the tormented youth, with the most magnificent words ever uttered:
"I have heard your cry for acceptance. I have heard your cry for
reality, and I love you just the way that you are."
Nearly forty years later, the result of that dynamic encounter
is The Dancing Hand of God. More than an autobiography, this book
is a manual to equip the people of God with an apostolic spirit,
dispelling the world's misconceptions of our Father through the
release of the miraculous. It deals with some of the hindrances
people face, including isolation, fear and sin. It is a book on the
supernatural coupled with practical information on the function of
the apostle to operate in signs, wonders and mighty deeds with all
perseverance.
The Dancing Hand of God describes one man's intense desire to
see the manifest presence of Jesus Christ, the release of the
Spirit, and how he believes an encounter with the Father is just
what every person needs
"I need books like The Dancing Hand of God... I pray that as you
read this book your heart will burn -- burn with new passion for
God, burn with hunger for truth, and burn with desire for the
authentic gospel that displays miracles, signs and wonders. The
ingredients needed for such a fire exist on the pages of The
Dancing Hand of God."
-- Bill Johnson from the Foreword
Fighting against an addiction to pornography while trying his best
to live as a Christian, Matthew Robert Payne is a sinner who has
gone through a lot in his efforts to conquer the challenges that
life throws at him. In his memoirs, he speaks of his battle to
overcome the past and ensure that he will walk in his future in the
grace of God. Yes, there are days when the darkness seems to be
gaining ground, but he perseveres and keeps a tight hold to his
faith. The enemy throws temptation after temptation in an attempt
to keep him from fulfilling his destiny. He often finds himself
doubting his ability to lead and be an example to others, but his
belief in God is strong and he knows that God is beside him all the
time. Matthew has lived through so much pain and suffering from the
time he was a boy through his marriage and estrangement with his
son and the abuse that he has to endure. Even his efforts to earn
money and serve other people were fraught with trials. Whether its
driving a taxi, washing dishes, serving coffee, talking to people
and giving them hope and message from God, he tackles each task
with the same dedication and love. He firmly believes that Jesus
will hold his hand and guide him to the right path. His bipolar
condition did not stop him from realizing his dreams as a writer
and as a Christian. This autobiography will give you a chance to
see the real person behind the author, the mistakes he made and how
he corrected them will show you how a Christian is molded by his
faith and how war can be waged and won against temptation even with
the odds stacked against you. You will be inspired to find your
life's purpose the same way he found his as a writer, using his
gift of prophecy to connect with people and provide encouragement.
Far from being a saint, he has the same struggles if not more than
everyone else, but he reaches out and offers his gifts. This book
will take your emotions on a roller coaster and will give you hope
and strengthen your faith.
"FLY LIKE AN ANGEL" is a family story, a biography recounting
the adventurous life that Buddy Fly has lived. On the surface,
Buddy appears to be the ordinary man, but he has led an
extraordinary life. Told by Buddy's grandniece, author Debbie
Bewley, this is not only a fascinating life history; it is also a
story about the joy and love that Jesus can bring to life and how
that love can touch people in ways that can really make a
difference.
From a back-road farm in Selma, Mississippi, during the Great
Depression to the killing grounds of Saipan in World War II to
entanglement with the KKK in the 1960s to the miracle-laced life of
modern days, Buddy Fly has touched hundreds of individuals with his
com-passion, love, and mercy.
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