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The Martyrs of the Coliseum: or, Historical Records of the Great Amphitheatre of Ancient Rome - An Early Christian History
by A J O’ReillyA. J. O’Reilly’s "The Martyrs of the Coliseum: or, Historical Records of the Great Amphitheatre of Ancient Rome - An Early Christian History" is a poignant and meticulously researched account of the lives and sacrifices of early Christians who faced persecution and martyrdom in the mighty Colosseum of Rome. This compelling work offers readers a deep and moving exploration of faith, courage, and endurance amidst one of the most brutal periods in Christian history.O’Reilly begins with a detailed history of the Colosseum itself, describing its architectural grandeur, its role in Roman society, and the spectacles that took place within its walls. He vividly brings to life the atmosphere of the amphitheatre, where the roar of the crowd and the clash of gladiators were a backdrop to the more harrowing tales of Christian martyrs.Central to "The Martyrs of the Coliseum" are the personal stories of the men, women, and children who stood firm in their faith despite facing unimaginable horrors. O’Reilly meticulously documents the trials and executions of these early Christians, painting a vivid picture of their unwavering faith and the brutal methods of persecution they endured. Through a careful examination of historical records, letters, and early Christian writings, he provides a comprehensive narrative of their suffering and their ultimate sacrifice.O’Reilly’s work is not only a historical account but also a tribute to the enduring spirit of the early Christian community. He explores the impact of these martyrdoms on the spread of Christianity, highlighting how the courage and steadfastness of the martyrs inspired others and helped to solidify the foundations of the Christian faith."The Martyrs of the Coliseum" is an essential read for historians, theologians, and anyone interested in early Christian history. O’Reilly’s compassionate and scholarly approach ensures that readers gain a profound understanding of the human cost of religious persecution and the power of faith in the face of adversity.
The Marvel and Miracle of Advent Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video: Recapturing the Wonder of Jesus Living with Us
by Lisa Harper Christine CaineJesus&’ arrival on earth changed the course of history forever. Not only for those who lived in the first century, but for those of us in the twenty-first century as well. The miracle and marvel of the Advent season demonstrates that we are precious to Him. He&’s not a distant God. He is Emmanuel, God with us. That includes wherever you are, right now.Throughout the Old Testament, we find descriptions, allusions, prophecies, and even foreshadowing of the long-anticipated Messiah. The Messiah is Jesus, whose purpose and promise was not limited by His humanity. In this Bible study, you will learn that it&’s not your behavior that earns the kindness of a holy God; it&’s the presence of Jesus coming to Earth to be with you, always.Join Christine Caine and Lisa Harper this Advent season for a four-session video Bible study like no other. Your hope and spirit will be revived as you recapture the wonder of Jesus&’ obvious love for you. You&’ll discover that Advent is not only a season of waiting and preparation, but also, it&’s a season of action to share the hope of Jesus with everyone.
The Marvelous Mirza Girls
by Sheba KarimGilmore Girls meets vibrant New Delhi in this thoughtful and hilarious new novel about a teen facing family expectations, relationship complications, and hidden secrets in a new country—sprinkled with Sheba Karim’s signature wit and steamy romance, and perfect for readers who loved Mary H. K. Choi’s Emergency Contact and Adib Khorram’s Darius the Great Is Not Okay. To cure her post-senior year slump, made worse by the loss of her aunt Sonia, Noreen decides to follow her mom on a gap year trip to New Delhi, hoping India can lessen her grief and bring her voice back.In the world’s most polluted city, Noreen soon meets kind, handsome Kabir, who introduces her to the wonders of this magical, complicated place. With the help of Kabir—plus Bollywood celebrities, fourteenth-century ruins, karaoke parties, and Sufi saints—Noreen discovers new meanings for home. But when a family scandal erupts, Noreen and Kabir must face complex questions in their own relationship: What does it mean to truly stand by someone—and what are the boundaries of love?
The Marvelous Pigness of Pigs: Respecting and Caring for All God's Creation
by Joel SalatinFrom Christian libertarian farmer Joel Salatin, a clarion call to readers to honor the animals and the land, and produce food based on spiritual principles. Joel Salatin is perhaps the nation's best known farmer, whose environmentally friendly, sustainable Polyface Farms has been featured in Food, Inc. and Time magazine. Now in his first book written for a faith audience, Salatin offers a deeply personal argument for earth stewardship, and calls for fellow Christians to join him in looking to the Bible for a foodscape in line with spiritual truth. Salatin urges Christians to rethink America's allegiance to cheap corporate food that destroys creation in its production, impoverishes third world countries, and supports oligarchical interests. He wonders why Christians ignore and even revel in unhealthy eating habits and factory farming that runs counter to God's design. With scripture and Biblical stories, Salatin presents an alternative and shows readers that in appreciating the pigness of pigs, we celebrate the Glory of God.
The Masculinity Manifesto: How a Man Establishes Influence, Credibility and Authority
by Ryan MichlerMen are not the enemy, and masculinity, contrary to what much of popular culture would have you believe, is the solution to what plagues individuals, families, and society as a whole. Men have a moral obligation to lead themselves and others well. Unfortunately, much of society has bought into and perpetuated the misguided idea that men have become the enemy of all that is right and good in a virtuous and thriving society. In short, even the concept of a Patriarch (which is simply the male leader of a home, organization, or community) has become taboo, and masculinity itself has been written off as a toxic and destructive force. In The Masculinity Manifesto, author and podcaster Ryan Michler focuses on how a man can wield his power and lead others well with influence, credibility, and authority. Ryan refuses to accept the gradual and intentional decay of masculinity, instead he chooses to tackle the questions others are afraid to address. The Masculinity Manifesto empowers men to find true purpose and fulfillment by taking responsibility for their lives and serving others. A man who exercises his responsibility to lead himself and others well is not to be feared, undermined, or rejected but embraced, respected, and honored. Men, after all, aren&’t the enemy, and masculinity, contrary to what much of what popular culture would have you believe, is the solution to what plagues individuals, families, and society as a whole.
The Masked Saint: Husband, Pastor . . . Hero: Inspired by True Events
by Chris WhaleyProfessional wrestler turned Baptist pastor turned vigilante superhero: A rousing, inspiring novel based on true events and made into an award-winning film. In the ring, Florida&’s Chris Samuel is known as The Gladiator. Until a calling urges him to uproot his wife and two daughters and take up more spiritual challenges in theology. Yet the battles he won as a deathmatch champ are minor compared to those he must overcome at his struggling new church in Fort Worth, Texas: an overbearing congregant, failing attendance, much-needed repairs, and mounting bills. Then he meets Miss Edna, an elderly fan—of God and the Gladiator—who encourages Chris to go back to mat. After all, it could save his church from financial ruin. But when he stumbles upon a brutal fight in a seedy side of town, Chris&’s blessed body slamming skills save the night. Donning his mask and tights, the good pastor is determined to take out the bad guys. Now, as his crime-fighting avenger The Saint makes headlines, Chris must reconcile his fearless secret identity with his real mission in life. And it&’ll take his faith, his family and Miss Edna to remind him about grace, goodness and the truth.
The Masks of Christ: Behind the Lies and Cover-ups About the Life of Jesus
by Lynn Picknett Clive PrinceFrom the gnostic gospels to the Nativity, religious mythology immortalized Jesus -- his personality, his actions, his words -- but what if they didn't tell the truth? Although an entire religion is based on his teachings, Jesus himself did not record any written accounts of his life or faith. He taught his followers orally, and our only sources about what Jesus actually said and believed, the Gospels, were written long after his lifetime. But the Gospel authors had their own agendas to promote and most certainly altered -- even distorted -- their leader's message. In The Masks of Christ, bestselling authors Lynn Picknett and Clive Prince peel away layers of mythology, canonical revisions, Church propaganda, and censorship in order to reveal who Christ really was -- and discover his true message to the followers of Christianity. Stripping away centuries of misinformation, Picknett and Prince dispel religious myths, unearth historical truths, and uncover the real stories behind some of the Bible's most famous tales -- including how Christ's long-hidden relationships with John the Baptist and Mary Magdalene shaped his beliefs and religious mission. Drawing on objective research, Picknett and Prince present the living, breathing Jesus and provide a context for Jesus' teachings in the time and society in which he lived -- and, most important, guidance on what the life and lessons of Jesus Christ mean to everyone today.
The Masks of God, Volume 1: Primitive Mythology
by Joseph CampbellThe author of such acclaimed books as Hero With a Thousand Faces and The Power of Myth discusses the primitive roots of mythology, examining them in light of the most recent discoveries in archaeology, anthropology, and psychology
The Masks of God, Volume 2: Oriental Mythology
by Joseph CampbellAn exploration of Eastern mythology as it developed into the distinctive religions of Egypt, India, China, and Japan.
The Masks of God, Volume 3: Occidental Mythology
by Joseph CampbellA systematic and fascinating comparison of the themes that underlie the art, worship, and literature of the Western world.
The Masks of God: Creative Mythology
by Joseph CampbellThis volume explores the whole inner story of modern culture since the Dark Ages, treating modern man's unique position as the creator of his own mythology.
The Masonic Magician
by Philippa Faulks Robert L. D. CooperThe Masonic Magician tells Cagliostro's extraordinary story,complete with the first English translation of his Egyptian Riteof Freemasonry ever published. The authors examine the case made against him, that he was an impostor as well as a heretic, and find that the Roman Church, and history itself, have done him a terrible injustice.
The Masonic Myth: Unlocking the Truth About the Symbols, the Secret Rites, and the History of Freemasonry
by Jay KinneyThe Truth Revealed Freemasons have been connected to the all-seeing eye on the dollar bill, the French Revolution, the Knights Templar, and the pyramids of Egypt. They have been rumored to be everything from a cabal of elite power brokers ruling the world to a covert network of occultists and pagans intent on creating a new world order, to a millennia-old brotherhood perpetuating ancient wisdom through esoteric teachings. Their secret symbols, rituals, and organization have remained shrouded for centuries and spawned theory after theory. The Masonic Myth sets the record straight about the Freemasons and reveals a truth that is far more compelling than the myths.
The Masque of Africa: Glimpses of African Belief
by V. S. NaipaulLike all of Naipaul's "travel" books, "The Masque of Africa" encompasses a much larger narrative and purpose: to judge the effects of belief upon the progress of civilization.
The Masque of Africa: Glimpses of African Belief (Vintage International Ser.)
by V. S. NaipaulA remarkable work of African reportage by the Nobel Prize-winning author that surveys the effects of belief (in indigenous animisms, the foreign religions of Christianity and Islam, the cults of leaders and mythical history) upon the progress of civilization. &“Neither a romantic&’s nor an anthropologist&’s tale. It is a collection of voices that make sense only in relation to one another....[Naipaul&’s is a] brilliant and elastic mind.&”—The New York Times Book ReviewFrom V. S. Naipaul: &“For my travel books I travel on a theme. And the theme of The Masque of Africa is African belief. I begin in Uganda, at the center of the continent, do Ghana and Nigeria, the Ivory Coast and Gabon, and end at the bottom of the continent, in South Africa. My theme is belief, not political or economical life; and yet at the bottom of the continent the political realities are so overwhelming that they have to be taken into account.&“Perhaps an unspoken aspect of my inquiry was the possibility of the subversion of old Africa by the ways of the outside world. The theme held until I got to the South, when the clash of the two ways of thinking and believing became far too one-sided. The skyscrapers of Johannesburg didn&’t rest on sand. The older world of magic felt fragile, but at the same time had an enduring quality. You felt that it would survive any calamity.&“I had expected that over the great size of Africa the practices of magic would significantly vary. But they didn&’t. The diviners everywhere wanted to &‘throw the bones&’ to read the future, and the idea of &‘energy&’ remained a constant, to be tapped into by the ritual sacrifice of body parts. In South Africa body parts, mainly of animals, but also of men and women, made a mixture of &‘battle medicine.&’ To witness this, to be given some idea of its power, was to be taken far back to the beginning of things.&“To reach that beginning was the purpose of my book.&”The Masque of Africa is a masterly achievement by one of the world&’s keenest observers and one of its greatest writers.
The Mass Explained to Children
by Maria Montessori Matthew A. DelaneyThe Mass Explained to Children presents the beauty, depth, and simplicity of the traditional Latin Mass, helping to make it easily understandable for any and every child. With acute sensitivity to the purity and clarity of a child's mind and soul, Maria Montessori wisely instructs in how to prepare for Mass, explains how the altar is set up, and clarifies the meaning and use of the sacred vessels and other elements used during Mass. She describes also the role of the priest, the use and symbolism of vestments, and much more. Then she proceeds--in refreshingly straightforward language, and with abundant illustrations--to follow the order of the Mass as it slowly unfolds in word and gesture. This is a sure guide to the beauties of the traditional Mass for children of all ages, and at the same time a wonderful primer for adults who want to deepen their understanding of the Mass of the Ages.
The Mass: The Glory, the Mystery, the Tradition
by Mike Aquilina Donald W. WuerlAn insightful and practical exploration of Catholicism's most sacred tradition. The Mass: The Glory, the Mystery, the Tradition is an engaging and authoritative guide to Catholicism's most distinctive practice. And now, with the Church introducing revised language for the Mass, Catholics have a perfect opportunity to renew their understanding of this beautiful and beloved celebration. With eloquent prose and elegant black-and-white photography, bestselling authors Archbishop Donald Wuerl and Mike Aquilina guide readers through the different parts of the Mass, from the entrance procession to the blessing and dismissal, capturing the deep meaning of elements that are at once ordinary and mysterious: bread and wine, water and candles, altar cloths and ceremonial books. Step by step, they explain the specifics, such as the order of the Mass, the vessels used, the unique clothing worn, the prayers and responses, the postures and the gestures. Then they explore the rich historical, spiritual and theological background to each. Prayerful but practical, fact-filled but readable, The Mass prepares readers to participate more fully and appreciatively in the sacred rite at the heart of Catholic life. From the Hardcover edition.
The Master Attractor: The Law of Attraction in the Holy Bible & Beyond
by Mandy (Menahem) LenderUse modern scientific foundations and Bible based wisdom to align your life with the Law of Attraction as do the Master Attractors. What is common to evangelist Billy Graham and to world champion Roger Bannister who broke the four minute mile barrier? They benefit from the Law of Attraction! The Law of Attraction is a mindset known over two thousand years ago to the authors of the Bible. Modern scientific fields from neuro-biology, neuro-psychology and social studies identified the foundations and mechanisms of action of the pervasive Law of Attraction. From rulers and prophets to contemporary inventors, politicians, physicians, and evangelists to modern thought-leaders they all use the framework of the Law of Attraction. They align their life and activities with the Law of Attraction and manifest their objectives. You can also align yourself with this ancient wisdom and manifest what you wish out of life. Like King Solomon you can be a Master Attractor that attracts health and longevity, acquires knowledge and invents technologies, wins a political office, manifests wealth and real-estate, and grows your family dynasty. In “The Master Attractor," Mandy Lender MD, illustrates step-by-step how to align yourself with the mindset of the Law of Attraction and manifest your life mission. Dr. Lender researched scientific literature and identified the biologic foundations of the Law of Attraction as it is observed in the work of renowned contemporary physicians, politicians, evangelists and world sports champions. The universal Law of Attraction rewards every human being who lives in alignment with its Key Concepts.
The Master Key System
by Charles F. HaanelThe Master Key System teaches its readers that everything around us was first developed as a thought. Thought, therefore, is the powerful catalyst towards making any idea a reality. Based upon the principle of using thought as the manifestation of creative energy, The Master Key System instructs the reader on how to use the power of these thoughts to realize your dreams. Divided into twenty-four sections with exercises in each section to train and develop your mental skills, The Master Key System is to be read at the slow pace of one chapter per week. Take your time, re-read each section, and memorize its contents before moving on to the next. Follow these steps and watch your thoughts turn into reality.
The Master Matchmakers Complete Collection: The Courting Campaign\The Wife Campaign\The Husband Campaign (The Master Matchmakers)
by Regina ScottWedding bells will ring when downstairs servants play Cupid for upstairs aristocracy in these classic Regency romances by Regina Scott!The Courting CampaignEmma Pyrmont has no designs on handsome Sir Nicholas Rotherford—at least not for herself. As his daughter’s nanny, she sees how lonely little Alice has been. With the cook’s help, Emma shows the workaholic scientist just what Alice needs. But making Nicholas a better father makes Emma wish her painful past didn’t mar her own marriage chances. Ever since scandal destroyed his career, Nicholas has devoted himself to his new invention. Now his daughter’s sweet, quick-witted nanny is proving an unexpected distraction. All evidence suggests that happiness is within reach—if a man of logic can only trust in the deductions of his own heart.The Wife CampaignWhitfield Calder, Earl of Danning, would much rather spend a fortnight tending to his estate than entertaining three eligible young ladies. But when his valet insists that marriage is an earl’s duty, Whit agrees to the house party. He has no intention of actually proposing to anyone…until flame-haired Ruby Hollingsford declares she’d never accept him anyway. Ruby has been tricked into attending this charade, but she certainly won’t compete for the earl’s attentions. Yet, Whit isn’t the selfish aristocrat she envisioned. And with a little trust, two weeks may prove ample time for an unlikely couple to fall headlong into love.The Husband CampaignThe moment John, Lord Hascot, encounters a young woman sheltering in his abandoned stable, his future is sealed. To prevent scandal—and protect Lady Amelia Jacoby from her parents’ ire—he must propose. John’s ability to trust vanished when his former love married his twin brother. Yet he offers Amelia everything she could want—except affection. Amelia sees John’s true nature shine through when he cares for his horses. But the brooding aristocrat seems determined to keep her at arm’s length. Little by little Amelia will turn Hollyoak Farm into a home, but can she turn a marriage of convenience into a joyful union?
The Master Mentor
by Marvin GormanIf the apostle Paul were to visit our churches and Christian gatherings today, it is probable that he would scratch his head and ask many of us (as he did believers in the first century): &“Have you received the Holy Spirit since you believed?&” (Acts 19:2). The current void of the powerful, priceless gifts of the Spirit in the church reveals an appalling ignorance of the blessing Christ poured out to enrich and empower His people. To fill that void, The Master Mentor provides both an easy-to-follow guide and a hope-filled invitation for the church to rediscover Pentecost. The Rev. Marvin Gorman, a Pentecostal preacher and a pastor for almost forty years, thoroughly explains the Spirit&’s gifts one by one and with real-life examples illustrates each gift&’s immense value to the church. So if you want more of God, turn the page to discover how you can receive the gifts of the Spirit as Christ intended. Prepare to be challenged and blessed!
The Master Plan of Evangelism
by Robert Colemanpresents a thorough examination of the Gospel accounts, revealing the objective of Christ's ministry and his strategy for carrying it out
The Master Plan of Evangelism
by Robert E. Coleman"This book takes evangelism to a new level. Building on his classic, The Master Plan of Evangelism, Robert Coleman gives us twelve instructional pictures of how people were evangelized in Scripture. I recommend it to all." --Elmer L. Towns, Dean, Liberty University School of Religion
The Master Plan of Evangelism
by Robert E. ColemanThe secret of this book’s impact is not hard to discover. Instead of drawing on the latest popular fad or newest selling technique, Dr. Coleman has gone back to the Bible and has asked one critical question: what was Christ’s strategy of evangelism? In so doing, he has pointed us to the unchanging, simple (and yet profound) biblical principles which must undergird any authentic evangelistic outreach. For that reason there is a timeless quality to this book, and just as it has spoken to men and women for decades, so it now deserves to be discovered afresh by a new generation of Christians who have glimpsed the heartbeat of their Lord for evangelism. May God continue to use this book to call each of us to God’s priority for his people—the priority to reach out in love to a confused and dying world with the good news of God’s forgiveness and peace and hope through Jesus Christ.