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Spread Your Wings Toward the Future
by Daisaku IkedaDaisaku Ikeda has spent a lifetime traveling for peace around the world. In these essays about countries from Canada and Chile to Russia and Spain to Thailand and India, you'll learn about the places he's been, the people he's met, and the wisdom he's learned. Most of all you'll be inspired to take flight on your own wings and soar into the future.
Spreading Buddha's Word in East Asia
by Lucille Chia Jiang WuA monumental work in the history of religion, the history of the book, the study of politics, and bibliographical research, this volume follows the making of the Chinese Buddhist canon from the fourth century to the digital era. Approaching the subject from a historical perspective, the book ties the religious, social, and textual practices of canon formation to the development of East Asian Buddhist culture and opens up the study of Chinese Buddhist texts to readers interested in the evolution of Chinese writing in general and the Confucian and Daoist traditions in particular. The collection undertakes extensive readings of major scriptural catalogs from the early manuscript era as well as major printed editions, including the Kaibao Canon, Qisha Canon, Goryeo Canon, and Taisho Canon. Contributors add fascinating depth to such understudied issues as the historical process of compilation, textual manipulation, physical production and management, sponsorship, the dissemination of various editions, cultic activities surrounding the canon, and the canon's reception in different East Asian societies. The Chinese Buddhist canon is one of the most enduring textual traditions in East Asian religion and culture, and through this exhaustive, multifaceted effort, an essential body of work becomes part of a new, versatile narrative of East Asian Buddhism that has far-reaching implications for world history.
Spreading Buddha's Word in East Asia: The Formation and Transformation of the Chinese Buddhist Canon (The Sheng Yen Series in Chinese Buddhist Studies)
by Lucille Chia Jiang WuA monumental work in the history of religion, the history of the book, the study of politics, and bibliographical research, this volume follows the making of the Chinese Buddhist canon from the fourth century to the digital era. Approaching the subject from a historical perspective, it ties the religious, social, and textual practices of canon formation to the development of East Asian Buddhist culture and enlivens Chinese Buddhist texts for readers interested in the evolution of Chinese writing and the Confucian and Daoist traditions.The collection undertakes extensive readings of major scriptural catalogs from the early manuscript era as well as major printed editions, including the Kaibao Canon, Qisha Canon, Goryeo Canon, and Taisho Canon. Contributors add fascinating depth to such understudied issues as the historical process of compilation, textual manipulation, physical production and management, sponsorship, the dissemination of various editions, cultic activities surrounding the canon, and the canon's reception in different East Asian societies. The Chinese Buddhist canon is one of the most enduring textual traditions in East Asian religion and culture, and through this exhaustive, multifaceted effort, an essential body of work becomes part of a new, versatile narrative of East Asian Buddhism that has far-reaching implications for world history.
Spring Break (PCU #4)
by Wendy Lee NentwigCooper, a former New York model, tries to adjust to what she considers a normal life with a normal boyfriend at a college in Seattle, but a trip back home over spring break convinces her that she cannot run from herself.
Spring Brides: A Year of Weddings Novella Collection (A Year of Weddings Novella)
by Lenora Worth Rachel Hauck Meg MoseleyHappily ever after begins today. The honor of your presence is requested at three spring weddings . . .A March Bride by Rachel HauckSusanna Truitt (Once Upon a Prince) is three weeks from royalty. She&’ll soon marry King Nathaniel II of Brighton Kingdom. But when the government insists she renounce her American citizenship before the wedding, coupled with the lack of involvement by family and friends, Susanna&’s heart begins to doubt whether this marriage is God's plan for her.An April Bride by Lenora WorthBride-to-be Stella Carson cannot wait another day to marry soldier Marshall Henderson. But when Marshall returns home to Louisiana, it becomes clear to them both that he is not the man he used to be.With only weeks until the wedding, Stella and Marshall must choose between a marriage built on the past and faith in long-ago love or a very different future than the one Stella imagined.A May Bride by Meg MoseleyEllie Martin, a country girl living in Atlanta, has dreamed of a traditional wedding all her life, but she&’s missing a key ingredient to her plans for the future: a groom. Then Ellie meets Gray Whitby—at a wedding of all places. But when Ellie jeopardizes her own future for the sake of her sister, Gray feels like he'll always be second to Ellie's family. Can Ellie and Gray find their own way together amidst the demands and perceptions of others, or will their romance end before it has truly begun?
Spring Creek Bride
by Janice ThompsonAfter the lovely Spring Creek, Texas, is overtaken by saloons and disorderly conduct, Ida Mueller makes plans to save the town. But one look into gambling hall owner Mick Bradley's eyes has the plucky beauty hearing wedding bells. Original.
Spring Flowers, Summer Love (Serenity Bay Series, Book #3)
by Lois RicherDesperate to save her father's tree nursery, Rowena Davis came home to Serenity Bay to negotiate a deal with the new owner, Connor Wingate. But who was this stern businessman who asked her to landscape Wingate Manor in exchange for the deed to Davis Nursery? Rowena hoped that beneath Connor's gruff exterior he was a man of faith and honor. Could God's plan for her future somehow include this man?
Spring Hope (Seasons of the Heart #4)
by Martha RogersCan runaway Libby Cantrell finally get a new start? Libby Cantrell&’s life has gone from bad to worse since her mother&’s death. After working in a brothel to support her abusive father, she sees no hope for her future until one cold winter night when she finds the courage to escape. When she collapses in Portersfield, Texas, exhausted, ill, and hungry, Sheriff Cory Muldoon finds her and takes her to the doctor. Against Cory&’s better judgment, Seth and Erin Winston take her in and offer her a job as a nanny for their young son. As a minister, Seth sees it as his duty to take care of her. As a deputy, Cory needs to know the truth about her even as he is attracted to the waif of a young woman.As Cory&’s feelings for her grow and winter becomes spring, will he be able to accept her as she is now and truly forget and forgive her sordid past?
Spring Is in the Air (Tales from Grace Chapel Inn #26)
by Jane OrcuttAbout the Tales from Grace Chapel Inn series: Once readers visit the charming village of Acorn Hill, they'll never want to leave. Three sisters -- Louise, a widow from Philadelphia; Alice, an unmarried nurse who lived with her father; and Jane, a divorced chef from San Francisco -- reunite in the sleepy town after their father's death and turn the family home into a charming bed-and-breakfast. Here the sisters rekindle old memories, rediscover their childhood bonds, revel in the blessings of friendship, and meet fascinating guests along the way. Spring comes to Acorn Hill and brings with it birds, budding flowers and a whole new set of challenges for the Howard sisters. While Louise becomes involved in the creation of the town's official website, Jane helps coach the local Little League team and Alice befriends an Amish girl who's about to make the biggest decision of her life. Meanwhile, the sisters host a family who are building something very interesting in the backyard. When spring is in the air, excitement is just around the corner.
Spring Is in the Air: A Seasons Of An Amish Garden Story (Seasons of an Amish Garden Stories)
by Amy ClipstonIn Amy Clipston's new novella collection, young Amish couples manage a community garden to raise money for a good cause, harvesting friendships and love along the way.As the youth of Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania, plant a garden in memory of their friend, Katie Ann begins to worry that her older brother, Ephraim, is dating her best friend. What if she somehow loses them both? But Christian, a new boy in the community, also works in the garden—and falling for him may be exactly the distraction, and lesson, that Katie Ann needs.
Spring Rain (Seaside Seasons #1)
by Gayle RoperIn this first book of the Seaside Seasons series, Leigh Spenser, a young teacher and the single mother of ten-year-old Billy, is thrown into conflict. Clay Wharton, the boy's estranged father, comes home to Seaside, New Jersey, to await his twin brother's death from AIDS. Threats against Billy's life ratchet the tension tighter, as Leigh wrestles with both tough and tender feelings for her old flame. Clay's own conflict, as he seeks to come to grips with his brother's lifestyle choices and the needs of the boy he fathered, underline the issue of God's forgiveness in the hearts -- and lives -- of this modern-day family. An emotionally gripping read!From the Trade Paperback edition.
Spring Will Come (The Bregdan Chronicles #3)
by Ginny DyeVolume 3 of the Bregdan Chronicles, Spring Will Come, continues the sweeping historical saga that now encompasses the second year of the American Civil War. As her beloved city of Richmond is transformed into a deadly Civil War battlefield, spirited Carrie Cromwell puts her medical skills to use in a Confederate hospital. Yet she struggles to understand the prejudice of her fellow Southerners. Does she really want the South to win? And will the war cost her the man she loves? Meanwhile, in the North, Rose and Moses have found freedom at last--only to be separated by war. Can Moses, now a Union spy, elude those searching for him as a runaway slave? Rose, inspired by a courageous woman, returns to Virginia to teach in a contraband camp.
Spring for Susannah
by Catherine RichmondHundreds of miles from home, Susannah faces an uncertain future as a mail-order bride on the untamed Dakota prairie. When her parents die suddenly, and no suitors call, Susannah resigns herself to the only option available: becoming a mail-order bride. Agreeing to marry her pastor's brother, Jesse, Susannah leaves the only home she's ever known for the untamed frontier of the Dakota Territory. Her new husband is more loving and patient with her than she believes she deserves. Still, there is also a wildness to him that mirrors the wilderness surrounding them. And Susannah finds herself constantly on edge. But Jesse's confidence in her--and his faith in God's perfect plan--slowly begin to chip away at the wall she hides behind. When she miscarries in the brutal Dakota winter, Susannah's fledgling faith in herself and in God begins to crumble. Still, Jesse's love is unwavering. Just when it seems like winter will never end, Susannah finally sees the first tentative evidence of spring. And with it, the realization that more than the landscape has changed. She looks to the future with a renewed heart. Yet in her wildest dreams, she couldn't predict all that awaits her.
Spring the Trap: Escaping the Wiles of the Enemy
by Glenn Williams Marge Williams"Satan is an enemy to be respected and understood," write Glen and Marge Williams. But Spring the Trap will do more than help you understand him. It will give you the tools to defeat him.Spring the Trap is written in a simple, conversational style. Glen and Marge Williams take a profoundly complex subject and represent it in a manner that will be embraced by all. Compare and contrast the role of Jesus the Rescuer and His angels with that of Satan and his demonic forces, find out just who is Lord of your desires and motives, and learn how to realign your life with God and His purposes. Any reader who embraces the wisdom of Spring the Trap stands on the threshold of one of the most exciting experiences of his life. About the author: Self-described as “ordinary people,” Glen and Marge Williams met Jesus in 1972 and made a commitment to“do what Jesus called them to do, whatever it was.” Since then, God has used them in a powerful ministry of deliverance, healing, and signs and wonders. They were ordained in 1990. The Williams base their ministry in Fresno, California, where they attend The Peoples Church.
Spring's Gentle Promise (Seasons of the Heart #4)
by Janette OkeIn the dimness of the early morning, I could see field after neighborhood field as I let my gaze wander. First there was ours -- I supposed I would always think of the farm as Grandpa's, Uncle Charlie's and mine; though in truth it was just mine now. Guess that was one of the reasons I was whistling. Just yesterday they had signed all the official papers to make the farm mine -- really and legally mine. Joshua Chadwick Jones they read, clear as could be. The full impact had yet to hit me. But I was excited. Really excited. I mean, what other fella my age had a farm of his own, title clear and paid for?
Spring's Renewal: Seasons Of Sugarcreek, Book Two (Seasons of Sugarcreek #2)
by Shelley Shepard GrayIn New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray’s Spring’s Renewal, a wounded soul finds hope, healing, and love where she least expected.Bearing the scars from a fire during her childhood, Clara has lived a sheltered life. Her only companion has been her widowed mother, who needs Clara as a caregiver. With no faith that her appearance will ever bring true love her way, she has devoted herself to her mother’s health and safety, while also working as Sugarcreek’s schoolteacher.Tim Graber is just passing through, helping out on his uncle’s farm for the spring, when he meets Clara. Attracted by her quiet fortitude and how she nurtures her students, Tim sees Clara’s beauty, not her scars. She is a light in the world, if only he can make her see it.Clara never imagined falling in love and wants nothing more than to give Tim her heart. It’s a risk that requires true faith, especially when a tragedy occurs that changes everything. . . “Gray writes with honesty, tenderness, and depth. Her characters are admirable, richly-layered, and impossible to forget.” —New York Times bestselling author Jillian HartSeasons of SugarcreekWinter’s AwakeningSpring’s RenewalAutumn’s PromiseChristmas in Sugarcreek
Springfield
by Sergio OlguínSergio Olguín vuelve a enamorarnos con una historia sobre el valor de la amistad, la valentía y la pasión por el fútbol. Después de recuperar la pelota de Maradona, Ariel y sus dos amigos viajan a los Estados Unidos como parte de un programa de intercambio cultural con un colegio secundario. Así es que llegan a la ciudad de Springfield con la ilusión de vivir una gran aventura adolescente, de amores, sexo y desenfreno al mejor estilo de la película American Pie. Pero poco a poco comienzan a descubrir que, detrás de la fachada de modernidad y bienestar, acecha la cara más conservadora de una sociedad en extremo religiosa y que, por detrás de los discursos políticamente correctos, afloran los prejuicios, la discriminación y el odio. Esta vez la banda de amigos deberá enfrentarse con un grupo violento, resolver una serie de asesinatos y salvar de la cárcel a una amiga. Pero también habrá espacio para los romances, el humor, las hamburguesas y el encuentro con personajes de lo más extravagantes, de esos que hacen honor a la leyenda de la ruta 66. Un auténtico road trip americano, un viaje iniciático que no olvidarán jamás. Los protagonistas de El equipo de los sueños (Grijalbo, 2022) regresan en un capítulo nuevo, épico, irresistible, que es además un homenaje a la cultura, y a la contracultura, estadounidenses: Los Simpson, los escritores beatniks, Bob Dylan y la NBA.
Springs in the Valley: 365 Daily Devotional Readings
by L. B. CowmanSprings in the Valley has been refreshing to the souls of believers for the past 60 years, and this updated price-conscious edition brings timeless messages of hope to existing fans and new readers alike.In this beautiful updated package, Springs in the Valley will continue to offer refreshment and joy to the thirsty traveler through God&’s Word and L. B. Cowman&’s lilting prose and poetry. Cowman shares cool draughts of wisdom and insight into God&’s character, drawn from the Scriptures and purified through a lifetime of experience. In print for more than 60 years, this beloved daily devotional challenges readers on the themes of hope and renewal. Men and women alike will be drawn to this follow-up to Streams in the Desert.
Springtime Stories: 30 classic tales
by Enid BlytonDelight in this collection of 30 short stories, full of the buzz and excitement of spring!Head off on a sparkling springtime adventure with the world's best-loved storyteller. From the little boy who helps a lamb in trouble to the fairies hidden inside Easter Eggs, excitement and magic are never far away in this collection of stories to read and share. These fun, entertaining tales are ideal for newly confident readers and are the perfect length for reading aloud at bedtime or in the classroom. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.Read all of Enid Blyton's bestselling short story collections: Springtime StoriesSummer StoriesHoliday StoriesSummer Holiday StoriesStories of Wizards and WitchesChristmas TalesChristmas Treats***Enid Blyton ® and Enid Blyton's signature are Registered Trademarks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trademark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trademark and copyright owner.
Springtime Stories: 30 classic tales (Bumper Short Story Collections #16)
by Enid BlytonDelight in this collection of 30 short stories, full of the buzz and excitement of spring! Head off on a sparkling springtime adventure with the world's best-loved storyteller. From the little boy who helps a lamb in trouble to the fairies hidden inside Easter Eggs, excitement and magic are never far away in this collection of stories to read and share. These fun, entertaining tales are ideal for newly confident readers and are the perfect length for reading aloud at bedtime or in the classroom. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.Read all of Enid Blyton's bestselling short story collections: Springtime StoriesSummer StoriesHoliday StoriesSummer Holiday StoriesStories of Wizards and WitchesChristmas TalesChristmas Treats***Enid Blyton ® and Enid Blyton's signature are Registered Trademarks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trademark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trademark and copyright owner.
Springtime Stories: 30 classic tales (Bumper Short Story Collections #22)
by Enid BlytonDelight in this collection of 30 short stories, full of the buzz and excitement of spring - the perfect Easter present! Head off on a sparkling springtime adventure with the world's best-loved storyteller. From the little boy who helps a lamb in trouble to the fairies hidden inside Easter Eggs, excitement and magic are never far away in this collection of stories. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.(P) 2017 Hodder Children's Books
Springtime for Your Spirit: 90 Devotions of Hope, Joy & New Beginnings
by Michelle Medlock Adams Andy ClappGuaranteed to breathe new life into your walk with God, this 90-day devotional—with entries for March, April, and May—will reawaken your spirit through famous quotes, inspirational readings, meaningful prayers, and targeted scriptures. Whether you&’re looking for those first signs of new life to burst through the soil, hunting Easter eggs with the kiddos, or seeking a closer relationship with Jesus, it seems we&’re all searching for something to bring us hope, joy, and a new beginning. That&’s why Springtime For Your Spirit: 90 Devotions of Hope, Joy, and New Beginnings is the perfect devotional for such a special season. Award-winning authors Michelle Medlock Adams and Andy Clapp have carefully woven biblical lessons into holidays and happenings that we experience only during spring, such as: MLB Spring TrainingLentEasterSpring Storm SeasonSpring Pancake FestivalSpring PlantingMother&’s Day Each devotion not only features an inspirational teaching and quote, but also, it gives readers the opportunity to: Plant the Word, Work the Word,Pray the Word, and learn more through a Did You Know? feature. We challenge you to search the pages of this devotional and experience the sweetness of this sacred season. Your beautiful new beginning awaits. . . .
Spud
by Patsy ClairmontBullies are always a problem, but not when cooperation takes hold in the mouse world of Tails From the Pantry. Soccer, Meatball, and Stinky all work together to teach Spud a lesson, but forgiveness is the lesson from the Tails team.
Spun Out: Five Crucial Steps to Restored Hope and Healthy Endurance
by Troy D. LarsenWe will all find ourselves searching for traction in life's slippery circumstances and situations at some point in our life. For some, that point is very obvious and current, for others, the time will arrive when things appear overwhelming. In Spun Out, Troy D. Larsen encourages us with practical answers and insight when those life experiences invade our lives and leave us questioning how to move forward. When one may appear stunned, at a standstill or loss he encourages that there is a means to hope and endurance. What may appear to be a shipwreck in our life, he explains there could and should be a necessary place of rest and restoration in the process of what he describes as dry-dock. He gives five crucial steps to restored hope and healthy endurance. In Spun Out you will discover:-How hope can and should be restored when feeling hopeless.-How endurance can and should be healthy and seen as necessary.-How to move forward when life seems at a standstill or loss.-What makes an individual life important and valuable when felt devalued.-How to find rest in overextended and overwhelmed circumstances.-How to evaluate what should be consuming our lives.-How to set a healthy life pace.-What is the key to living a balanced lifestyle?-How encouragement functions as a life-giving source. Spun Out is written to encourage, strengthen, build up, and move you forward. Whether you are in a current life challenge or know someone who is in need of encouragement, this writing is sure to bring practical steps and insight.
Spurgeon on Persevering Through Trials (Spurgeon Speaks)
by Jason K. AllenWhen Spurgeon speaks, you&’d be wise to listen.The great London preacher Charles Haddon Spurgeon had a lot to say during his four decades of ministry at the Metropolitan Tabernacle. And beyond his mighty voice, Spurgeon&’s pen churned out countless words of biblical interpretation and Christian wisdom. These words can still encourage us today!Volume 3 of the Spurgeon Speaks series shows you how to stay strong when life is coming at you hard. Spurgeon himself faced trials—physical challenges, harsh criticism, and much more—yet he stayed focused on God&’s call for his life. This book will help you do the same.Presented in lovely editions that you&’ll be proud to have on your shelf, the Spurgeon Speaks series offers focused readings on topics that were important to the Prince of Preachers. Expertly selected by Jason Allen and updated for twenty-first century readers, this series will be a valued addition to the library of pastors, scholars, and anyone who appreciates the legacy of Charles Haddon Spurgeon.