This book proposes that though Hell seems a God-forsaken place, every scene, character and major image in Dante's Divine Comedy - Hell, Purgatory and Paradise - is associated with one of the Persons of the Holy Trinity, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, as it were lurking in the shadows. Thus every one of the hundred cantos has a 'dedication' to a Person, and the cantos form overarching groups which are also so dedicated, making the whole poem like a vast symbolic cathedral, where every action has a secret divine dimension. These presences make it very doubtful that Dante really thinks God tortures people for eternity For readers who may be unfamiliar with Dante, the author has made a translation, abridged, in prose and verse, thus hoping to provide an introduction to Dante for those who do not know him and a new way of reading him for those who do. "The result of decades of reflection on Dante and the Trinity, Dante's Hidden God offers a fresh and challenging vision of the 'Commedia'. Offered as an invitation to read Dante, this inventive presentation of Dante's masterpiece will intrigue readers and gives an accessible account of Paul Priest's highly original ideas about the 'sacrato poema'." Dr Matthew Treherne, Senior Lecturer in Italian, University of Leeds

Kids and adults alike love Pixar's movies. We come out of the theater not just entertained or amused, but inspired. Everybody agrees: Pixar makes fun, clean, terrific movies. But what makes these movies so appealing is not merely amazing CGI animation, clever humor or fantastic imagination. These movies are not just great. Pixar's movies are good. Robert Velarde unpacks the movies of Pixar and shows how they display the best of classic Christian virtues. Pixar's films resonate with us because of their moral character. Their virtuous themes of hope and courage, friendship and love connect with our deepest human longings. Whether we identify with the plight of a lost fish or the adventures of toys, bugs or cars, Pixar's characters help us build our own character, with the kind of virtue that we want for ourselves and those around us. Insightfully exploring each of Pixar's movies, this book is a friendly companion for fans, parents and church leaders. Discover how the imagination of Pixar can awaken in you a Christian vision for a moral life and a better society.

Charlie Akers has spent his entire life following others, making few decisions, and generally having little input into his future. He wakes up one day in prison and, as usual, has no inkling how he got there. Since he has been charged with suspected robbery and murder, it appears that parole is a long shot, if it is an option at all.

The facts surrounding his capture have left him totally puzzled. He was knocked unconscious at the scene of the crime and could not remember anything about the actual event or the circumstances leading up to it. Is he guilty or innocent? Even he does not really know the answer to that question

A trial time has been set by the District Attorney. Charlie's defense attorney is struggling to gather the correct information in order to prepare a reasonable defense for him. His battle with his situation, his help from friends, and the gaps in his relationship with his best friend from his youth will keep him in suspense for a long time.

How much worse can it get than being assigned to death row and you don't know how you got there?

Teaching writing is not for the faint of heart, but it can be a tremendous gift to teachers and students. Students often approach writing courses with trepidation because they think of writing as a mystical and opaque process. Teachers often approach these same courses with dread because of the enormous workload and the often-unpolished skills of new writers. This approachable composition textbook for beginning writers contends that writing can be a better experience for everyone when taught as an empathetic and respectful conversation. In a time in which discourse is not always civil and language is not always tended carefully, a conversation-based writing approach emphasizes intention and care. Written by a teacher with more than fifteen years of experience in the college writing classroom, Composition as Conversation explores what happens when the art of conversation meets the art of writing. Heather Hoover shows how seven virtues--including curiosity, attentiveness, relatability, open-mindedness, and generosity--inform the writing process and can help students become more effective writers. She invites writers of all skill levels to make meaningful contributions with their writing. This short, accessible, and instructive book offers a reflective method for college-level writing and will also work well in classical school, high school, and homeschool contexts. It demystifies the writing process and helps students understand why their writing matters. It will energize teachers of writing as they encourage their students to become careful readers and observers, intentional listeners, and empathetic arguers. The book also provides helpful sample assignments.

For more than 200 years, Thomas Traherne's Centuries of Meditations was undiscovered and unpublished. The manuscript passed through many hands before finally being compiled into a book by bookseller and scholar BERTRAM DOBELL (1842-1914) in 1908. Centuries is a collection of poems written to express the rapture of life lived in accordance with God. Yet Dobell is careful to state that even though Traherne was a clergyman, there is plenty of beauty to be found in his poetry that does not require specific belief in Christianity or in God. Readers of many ages and persuasions will be touched by Traherne's passages on love and belonging.

Avivamiento y EvangelismoA trav?'s de los dos brazos de la iglesiaEl avivamiento es el Se or trabajando en la iglesia; el evangelismo es la iglesia trabajando por el Se or. El avivamiento es Dios tratando con los cristianos: "Invol crate en los negocios de Mi reino." El evangelismo es una iglesia despertada tratando con los pecadores a que: "Vengan a Jesucristo y sean salvos."1. El brazo de poder - el Ministerio de Oraci nEl ministerio de oraci n no es un departamento de la iglesia - es el poder generador de la iglesia. Hay una ley de Dios grabada en la piedra de la eternidad que declara que la oraci n se para sola en la prioridad m?'s alta de la econom a de Dios y no tiene rival - todo lo dem?'s palidece en comparaci n. Todas nuestras acciones de compasi n y cuidados deben comenzar y terminar con la oraci n eficaz y ferviente (poderosa). 2. El brazo de acciones - el Ministerio de Compasi n y CuidadosEl ministerio de Compasi n y Cuidados (ganar almas y hacer disc pulos) no es un departamento de la iglesia - es la misi n de la iglesia. Podemos aprender algunas lecciones valiosas de compasi n y cuidados para los heridos y lastimados mirando en la naturaleza a los gansos. Cuando un ganso se enferma o est herido y no puede seguir volando, dos gansos se salen de la formaci n y siguen al ganso herido hasta la tierra. Estos dos gansos se quedan con su compa ero hasta que est bien para volar otra vez. Si la gente supiera que les ministrar amos en la iglesia de esa manera, ellos llenar an nuestros santuarios a tope. Si pudi semos preparar, organizar y agonizar ferviente y consistentemente en oraci n para implementar seriamente este principio, no necesitar amos otro programa o proceso de crecimiento de la iglesia. De hecho todos los otros programas y procesos fallar an si no incluyesen este principio.* * * El valor de un alma eterna * * *A trav?'s de los milenios del tiempo, el hombre ha dise ado y erigido hermosos monumentos de piedra duradera. Pero a n el mejor de los m rmoles es consumido y calado por el diente del tiempo y desgastado a nada, pero la gente es eterna. La cosa m?'s gratificante y duradera que har?'s jam?'s es rescatar y edificar el alma eterna e invaluable de un hombre inmortal.

Praise for Listen to the Whisper "The hand of God truly works in mysterious and glorious ways .... Somehow David Sample has written exactly what I needed to hear to truly be freed in the hope, promise, and possibility that was put in me by my Creator. Truth has a way of doing that." - Fran Wyatt, worship pastor, Willow Creek Chicago "David Sample has put together a wonderful, life-affirming collection of poetry in his book, Listen to the Whisper. ... There is not only wisdom in these poems, but also encouragement and reflection to ponder and be guided by. Read these poems not just with your head, but with your heart as well." - John Harricharan, speaker and bestselling author "For the past fifteen years I have traveled with David Sample as a companion through both darkness and light. His songs, poetry, and insights have all arisen from his efforts to chart a path through the wilderness we call life and to reconcile his creative passion with his everyday work .... His book serves as a guide for others, both those who are experiencing a depth of despair and those with a desire to deepen their personal spiritual journey." - James M. Thomas Jr., PhD, MDiv, Trinity Episcopal Church "David Sample's contribution to each of us through this book is no doubt inspired by God. I highly recommend that all of David's readers take time to Listen to the Whisper." - Jack McCall, founder of ACT Ministries