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"HEAL THE SICK..." These words of Christ Jesus encircling the Cross
and Crown seal on this book are a sweet promise that we all possess
the ability to heal ourselves, our families, our world. Science and
Health with Key to the Scriptures explains the spiritual teachings
of the Bible, revealing the divine Science that, when understood,
brings healing to all aspects of our lives and the world. For over
135 years, readers have testified that this book has given them a
spiritual sense of the Bible and their permanent relationship to
God, which resulted in physical healing and spiritual uplift. The
last one hundred pages of this book are letters from just a few of
those readers. One such letter notes that in reading this book, "I
have found a God whom I can love and worship with my whole heart,
and I now read my Bible with interest and understanding. I was
healed of very bad rheumatism simply by reading Science and
Health." Author, teacher, and healer, Mary Baker Eddy questioned
conventional views about science, theology, and medicine, and for
years searched the Bible for answers. She writes, "In the year
1866, I discovered the Christ Science or divine laws of Life,
Truth, and Love, and named my discovery Christian Science." From
that time forward, she devoted her life to practicing this healing
Science of Christianity, teaching others how to heal in the same
way, and sharing her profound insights with the world.
Most histories seek to understand modern Africa as a troubled
outcome of nineteenth century European colonialism, but that is
only a small part of the story. In this celebrated book,
beautifully translated from the French edition, the history of
Africa in the nineteenth century unfolds from the perspective of
Africans themselves rather than the European powers.It was above
all a time of tremendous internal change on the African continent.
Great jihads of Muslim conquest and conversion swept over West
Africa. In the interior, warlords competed to control the internal
slave trade. In the east, the sultanate of Zanzibar extended its
reach via coastal and interior trade routes. In the north, Egypt
began to modernize while Algeria was colonized. In the south, a
series of forced migrations accelerated, spurred by the progression
of white settlement.Through much of the century African societies
assimilated and adapted to the changes generated by these diverse
forces. In the end, the West's technological advantage prevailed
and most of Africa fell under European control and lost its
independence. Yet only by taking into account the rich complexity
of this tumultuous past can we fully understand modern Africa from
the colonial period to independence and the difficulties of today.
Most histories seek to understand modern Africa as a troubled
outcome of nineteenth century European colonialism, but that is
only a small part of the story. In this celebrated book,
beautifully translated from the French edition, the history of
Africa in the nineteenth century unfolds from the perspective of
Africans themselves rather than the European powers.It was above
all a time of tremendous internal change on the African continent.
Great jihads of Muslim conquest and conversion swept over West
Africa. In the interior, warlords competed to control the internal
slave trade. In the east, the sultanate of Zanzibar extended its
reach via coastal and interior trade routes. In the north, Egypt
began to modernize while Algeria was colonized. In the south, a
series of forced migrations accelerated, spurred by the progression
of white settlement.Through much of the century African societies
assimilated and adapted to the changes generated by these diverse
forces. In the end, the West's technological advantage prevailed
and most of Africa fell under European control and lost its
independence. Yet only by taking into account the rich complexity
of this tumultuous past can we fully understand modern Africa from
the colonial period to independence and the difficulties of today.
Citizen Ninja stand up to power in pursuit of freedom, truth, and
justice. Citizen Ninjas speak up; they don't wait for others to
speak for them. Citizen Ninjas are prepared, discerning,
self-reliant and assertive. They step out of their comfort zone to
nimbly challenge powerful entities that disenfranchise the public
and reduce citizen power. Citizen Ninjas respond to community
issues and actively engage City Hall to make a difference. They pay
attention to government business and actively direct elected public
servants to create policies that benefit the interests of the whole
community. They are the activists who demand government
transparency and are the watchdogs who speak out when there is
corruption or ethical wrongdoing. Citizen Ninjas are passionate.
They know that their civic participation places them in a better
position of influence when new regulations, mandates, and
ordinances are enacted. Citizen Ninjas are activists who strive to
preserve the power of self-government--a representative republic
that is of the people, by the people, and for the people. They
actively engage in the public square rather than passively allowing
government agencies to make decisions on their behalf. While being
passionate, Citizen Ninjas avoid throwing vitriolic word bombs like
"fascist pig" or "baby killer" and instead build trust, find common
ground, and work toward constructive solutions. Showing up at a
city council meeting, a public workshop, a rally, or a town hall
meeting to express dissatisfaction is the right thing to do, but
being effective takes more than good intentions. Citizen Ninjas are
smarter, more cunning and strategically savvy in approaching highly
organized government agencies, powerful corporations and
established non-governmental organizations they partner with. In
Citizen Ninja author Baker presents a peaceful approach to
political activism espousing an exchange of ideas, robust debate,
respect, and tolerance as opposed to tactics which promote
violence, hatred, prejudice, and bullying. Every two years, many
Americans get busy and campaign for the candidate of their choice.
Activity ranges from simply speaking to friends and family about
their choices, to donating money, walking precincts, and voting.
Then after the election the majority go back to working, playing,
and raising families. Citizen Ninja explores the importance of
continuing participation in government after elections. Baker
stresses that We the People keep informed about what is going on in
local government agencies--city council, school board, county board
of supervisors, and metropolitan planning organizations, to seek
opportunities for civic participation. The book shows that we are
the boss, politicians are the employees who require supervision and
guidance and are more effective when having our support and
attention. When we are part of the process, we are part of the
solution. In Citizen Ninja readers learn how to speak up in public
without being scared or intimidated. Citizen Ninja shows that to be
effective in civil discourse, we must transform the way we think
about activism. Standing up to power is not about acting out in
anger, condoning violence, or relying on mean-spirited tactics.
Rather it is about honesty, building trust, treating others with
respect, working towards constructive solutions, and effective
communication. With practice, Citizen Ninja readers will master
skills that enable them to respond intelligently rather than to
reacting to stimulation or provocation. These skills include how to
seek opportunities for engagement, assess a setting, ask a
question, discern a person's knowledge on an issue, neutralize a
bully, and more!
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This Is Ella (Hardcover)
Krista Ewert; Illustrated by Celia Marie Baker
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