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This Is Not a Love Story: A Memoir
by Judy Brown"An instant classic.... With echoes of Scout Finch, the feisty Menuchah guides readers on an unforgettable journey." --Leah Vincent, author of Cut Me Loose.In this tender and hilarious memoir of an ultraorthodox girlhood, Judy Brown reveals a closed world, a loving family, a troubled brother, and the lore and faith that have sustained her people for generations. But what happens when a young woman in this community starts asking questions: Why isn't she supposed to talk to gentiles? Why should a nice girl never wear denim? And if God performed all those miracles in the desert, why can't He cure her brother of his strange and frightening affliction?With warmth, honesty, and razor-sharp humor, Judy Brown tells the story of a family whose faith and fierce love for each other pulls them through their darkest time.fights with her siblings at the dinner table for the ultimate badge of honor ("Who will survive the next Holocaust?"); and she adamantly defends her family's reputation when, scandalously, her parents are accused of having fallen in love---which is absolutely not what pious people do.For all its brutal honesty about this insular community, This Is Not a Love Story is ultimately a story of a family like so many others, whose fierce love for each other and devotion to their faith pulled them through the darkest time in their lives.
This Is Not Forever: Hopeful Reminders That God Has Abundantly More in Store (90 Devotions)
by Sarah Grace HallasRediscover hope in the hardest seasons and embrace abundant life today in this 90-day devotional from Sarah Grace Hallas. In This Is Not Forever, daily encounter God's promises and His presence—even when life doesn't go the way you planned—and journey with Him to a richer, more lasting, and confident faith.Where do you go when it all falls apart? What do you cling to when your foundations are tested and it feels like hard times will never end? When Sarah's life hit rock bottom, she had to reckon with who God really was in her life and what her future would be. As Sarah sought Him in the mess, she discovered that hard seasons don't last forever and that the hope-filled, abundant life she was missing was available through a good and faithful God who had been with her all along.In this honest, hope-filled devotional, Sarah shares 90 heartfelt devotions to bring you encouragement when you need:To encounter God in the messRenewed faith amid trials and hardshipComfort when your heart is breakingConfidence in God's goodness and faithfulnessCompassion when you doubt and don&’t have all the answers You can have confidence in God's eternal promises, and His faithfulness is greater than any temporary challenge you find yourself in. Discover the hope that leads to abundant life in this beautiful and encouraging devotional. With God, there is a brighter future ahead that is more than you could ever imagine.
This Is Now: A Girl-to-Girl Devotional for Teens
by Patti M. HummelFinally: Someone Who Gets It Adults may mean well, but do they really get everything you're facing as a teenager? The pressure to drink and party, cheat on that test, or give in to that guy? How about the devastation of losing a friend, parents divorcing, or low self-esteem? Who can better relate than your peers? This Is Now is a devotional written by your peers across the country who face the exact same things you do. God wants you to find encouragement and support through one another "that they might be called trees of righteousness" (Isaiah 61:3, KJV). Brief entrées and rich Scripture verses are packed with hope and wisdom to guide you through these challenging years. This Is Life-- the Real Deal Nobody said these years would be easy. Or maybe someone did--but it was probably an adult who doesn't get it. Now, in this 365-day devotional, teens just like you come together from around the world to offer guidance through your toughest questions and situations. The entries are genuine--solidly built on the Word of God. "Why do we look at the girl next to us and wish we had her hair, nose, or thighs? Did God make a mistake when He made you or me? No way! We are expressions of His ingeniously creative mind." --CT "When I got older; I wasn't so sure of myself anymore. I wanted to grow up, have a career, get married...but I still wanted to climb trees, run, and play." --KN "Satan tells me things like, 'You don't look pretty' or 'Your friends don't really care about you.' I think these are lies that most girls face. So what do we do with them?" --BPR "This wasn't the first time I had vomited a meal. It was just that, well, I ate too much. I wanted to take it back. I didn't think I was fat; I just wanted to be thinner than I was." --MJ Story Behind the Book"The teen years make up one of the most challenging and exciting time periods in anyone's life. Teens are faced with temptations most adults either don't understand or have forgotten about. For the one committed to Christ, pressures are even greater. They look for encouragement, support, and belonging from their peers. Sadly, much of what is found is divisive and destructive. So I figured: If teens are intent on learning from their peers, why not give them incredible peer role models? A book written by teens for teens in devotional format will be an exciting tool for spurring spiritual growth among teens!" --Patti M. HummelFrom the Trade Paperback edition.
This Is Our Church: A History of Catholicism
by Michael PennockA comprehensive and faith-filled portrait of two thousand years of Catholic history that highlights important events, people, trends, and teachings. This Is Our Church is a rich resource for high school students interested in a study of each major period in the life of the Church.
This Is Our Faith: An Introduction to Catholicism
by Thomas P. RauschA concise introductory outline of the Catholic faith based on the Apostles' Creed and including more recent developments since the Second Vatican Council and the challenges of a global church.
This is Philosophy of Religion: An Introduction (This is Philosophy)
by Neil A. MansonA reader-friendly introduction to the essential concepts, theories, and questions in analytic philosophy of religion Does God exist? If so, what is God's relationship to us? Do we have free will? This is Philosophy of Religion surveys foundational topics in the philosophy of religion using a clear and accessible style. Straightforward and easy to comprehend for those with no prior philosophical background, this engaging introduction familiarizes readers with the vocabulary, methods, and major concepts in the philosophy of religion, and invites them to think through questions which arise in the intersection of philosophy, theology, and religious studies. Part of the popular This is Philosophy series, this book applies the basic investigative methods of philosophy to questions of religion, faith, and morality. Chapters offer a framework for thinking about religion, present arguments for and against the existence of God, discuss religious diversity, consider the intellectual co-existence of faith and reason, and examine different theories about why people are religious. Examples and illustrations taken from popular culture reinforce the subject’s contemporary relevance, and are complemented by a wealth of online resources for instructors on the This is Philosophy series site that encourage further reading and strengthen student comprehension of key concepts. A dependable introduction to the philosophy of religion, This is Philosophy of Religion is an ideal gateway to the discipline for readers who want to engage with questions about religion and contemplate the philosophical implications of religious belief.
This Is Real and You Are Completely Unprepared: The Days of Awe as a Journey of Transformation
by Alan LewAn exploration of the Jewish calendar including ways to include insights for spiritual renewal.
This Is the Day!
by Nancy White CarlstromIt is both the unnoticed cottonwood seed floating in the air and the familiar raven’s call that prompts children to listen, touch, be surprised, laugh, and celebrate the wonder of their creator and the beauty of creation. This enchantingly poetic story will delight children as they discover new ways to appreciate and interact with the world around them.
This Is the Day: Reclaim Your Dream. Ignite Your Passion. Live Your Purpose.
by A. J. Gregory Tim TebowThe New York Times best-selling sports star and media icon motivates readers to stop postponing dreams and start making them happen now because--this is the day.Beyond Tim Tebow's exploits as a Heisman-winning football player, he is widely known and respected for his exemplary character and personal excellence, which have made him a role model for millions. When Tim interacts with the public, he often encounters people who feel "stuck"--unable to take action on matters ranging from daily life to pursuing lifelong dreams. In response, Tim often identifies a crippling fear or lack of courage, to which he advises: "now is the time to take some risks, to quiet the voices of defeat, to step forward and make a mark, because this is the day." In this inspiring, motivational book, readers will receive the advice and encouragement to daily move from "pause" to "play" in finding deeper meaning and success. Tim illustrates the book's themes with stories from his personal life that will delight all readers, including his an update on his dream pursuit of a baseball career.
This Is the Day!
by Amy ParkerAn inspirational message of hope and joy based on Psalm 118:24 from bestselling author Amy Parker!Right now is the moment.It's yours! Don't delay!Step into the sunshine.Yes, THIS IS THE DAY!Every day is a day to celebrate and find hope in this colorful, creative storybook inspired by Psalm 118:24. With joyous rhymes and colorful illustrations of all kinds of children, find the beauty and wonder of every moment of the day -- and learn that you can make the world even more glorious, too!A jubilant, inspirational reminder to seize the opportunities of the day that God has made just for us by bestselling author Amy Parker and illustrator Leeza Hernandez.
This Is the Dreidel
by Paige Billin-Frye Abby Levine"This is the dreidel Max takes from the drawer / where he had placed it one year before." Max and his family, from This Is the Turkey, return to celebrate the eight nights of Hanukkah! With Abby Levine's rhythmical, cumulative verses, readers will follow Max through the many beloved traditions of the holiday. Max takes the menorah down from the shelf and polishes it. His sister picks out the colorful candles, the blessing is said, and the family exchanges gifts with one another. Of course, Max's relatives come and latkes are served. Max spins the dreidel and everyone sings songs about the great miracle of Hanukkah.
This Is the Matzah
by Paige Billin-Frye Abby LevineMax and his family prepare to celebrate Passover. In cumulative verse, Max and his sister Ruth shop for matzah in the Passover aisle of the grocery store. The family gathers for the traditional Seder that celebrates this holiday of freedom.
This Is the Stable
by Cynthia CottenWondrous things are happening in the stable. The animals are gathering. Shepherds and wise men and angels are coming from afar. All of them are flocking to see the Christ child, born this night in Bethlehem. Picture descriptions added.
This Is the Victory: An Exposition on the Epistle of 1 John
by Don H. PolstonThis is not a book to fly through, nor is it possible to do so and get the full benefits. I strongly urge you to dig into John's first epistle as you read this book, and fully digest every bit of truth that the epistle has to offer. Great riches and victory lie in the truth of 1 John, along with its deeper development through this book. Feed on the life of John's epistle, and be more than a conqueror in Jesus' Name!
This is What God Let Me See
by Madeline HutchinsonSince she was a child, Madeline Hutchinson has received dreams and visions from the Lord. A willing vessel, Madeline has been given countless words of encouragement and blessing, instruction and warning for herself, her family, and her friends. But in This Is What God Let Me See, the Lord’s message is intended for a much larger audience: the whole world! In this book, Madeline shares the words your loving heavenly Father wants His precious children to hear. You’ll be encouraged to come humbly before God, and listen to what He has to say.
This Is Where Your Healing Begins
by Nigel Mumford&“Do you want to be made well?&”Jesus asked this question of the lame man in John 5:6. And it&’s the same question those who endeavor to initiate or grow a healing ministry must ask their supplicants.With nearly thirty years of experience in healing ministry, author Nigel Mumford knows that human needs for healing are as unique as the individuals making the requests. No two supplicants are the same and come from every imaginable background and walk of life—men, women, and children of all ages, wealthy and poor, believers and nonbelievers.How can a healing ministry meet the diverse needs of those seeking relief?In This Is Where Your Healing Begins, the author guides readers on a journey to understand and discoverthe foundations of healing, such as spiritual gifts, authority, and couragechallenges to healing, including various spiritual and mental roadblocksemotions needing healing—depression, unworthiness, guilt, and moreThrough the pages in this book, both healing ministers and supplicants will experience renewed faith in God&’s ability to heal, trusting that He can do far more than we could ever ask or imagine.
This Is Why We Pray: A Story About Islam, Salah, and Dua
by Ameenah Muhammad-DigginsBuild a bond with Allah through this top choice in Islamic books for kids ages 5 to 7Join Aliya and Amar as their Mama and Papa tell them all about the Five Pillars—especially salah. One of the most engaging Islamic books for kids, this book helps you learn what it means to pray, discover how it helps you grow closer to Allah, and hear awesome stories from the Quran that teach even more about the importance of salah.This standout among Islamic books for kids features:Salah and dua explained—Find out what salah and dua are, why they matter so much, and how talking to Allah can help you.Playful learning—Grab your family and keep the learning going with fun activities you can do together.Engaging pictures—Follow along with colorful illustrations that take you through the story and teach you how to perform wudu and salah.Go beyond other Islamic books for kids with this fun and educational exploration of salah and more.
This Is Your Destiny: Using Astrology to Manifest Your Best Life
by Aliza KellyYour best life is written in the starsYou may know what astrology is – but what does it actually do? Why is it so effective, and how can it be used as a tool for manifestation?These are the questions Aliza Kelly answers in This Is Your Destiny. Elevating astrology from horoscopes to self-actualization, Aliza goes beyond the zodiac, illuminating the universe within.As a rising star in modern spirituality, Aliza shares the wisdom of her extensive private practice, synthesizing thousands of one-on-one client sessions, intimate stories from her personal journey, and esoteric mystical knowledge to inspire readers through hands-on exercises, radical techniques, and groundbreaking insight.Whether you're a seasoned stargazer or just beginning your cosmic journey, This Is Your Destiny will invigorate you through timeless insight delivered with soul, humor, and compassion.
This Is Your Song Too: Phish and Contemporary Jewish Identity (Dimyonot)
by Oren Kroll-Zeldin and Ariella Werden-GreenfieldPhish has a diehard fan base and a dedicated community of enthusiasts—called Phishheads—who follow the band around the country, some fans attending every show. What may be surprising is that a significant percentage of Phishheads are Jewish.Two members of the band—bassist Mike Gordon and drummer Jonathan Fishman—were raised in Jewish households, and Phish has been known to play Hebrew songs in concert. At live shows, many attendees, some wearing T-shirts emblazoned with “Phish” written in Hebrew letters, express feeling something special—even distinctly Jewish—during their performances. As this book shows, Phish is one avenue through which many Jews find cultural and spiritual fulfillment outside the confines of traditional and institutional Jewish life. In effect, Phish fandom and the live Phish experience act as a microcosm through which we see American Jewish religious and cultural life manifest in unique and unexpected spaces.Featuring an interview with Mike Gordon and a collection of fascinating photographs, This Is Your Song Too is an in-depth look at Jewishness in the Phish universe that also provides a deeper understanding of how spirituality, ritual, and identity function in the world of rock and roll.In addition to the editors, the contributors include Evan S. Benn, Dean Budnick, Jacob A. Cohen, Benjamin David, Jessy Dressin, Josh Fleet, Mike Greenhaus, Joshua S. Ladon, Noah Munro Lehrman, Caroline Rothstein, and Isaac Kandall Slone.
This Is Your Time: Make Every Moment Count
by Michael W. SmithThe story of Cassie Bernall, who died when she told a gunman, "Yes, I believe" in the Columbine High School shooting, has inspired young Christians around the world. This Is Your Time is an inspirational call to young people and is the title song from Michael W. Smith's new CD. This book includes the story of how Michael came to write the song and of his relationship with others who have stood for Christ in the face of death. From memories of Keith Green and Rich Mullins to stories of people who have mentored Michael and made a difference with their lives, this beautiful book will challenge young men and women to live every day to its fullest.
This Kind of Love: The Overwhelming Power of Promises, Patience, and Faith
by Kaelin Edwards Kyrah EdwardsFollow popular YouTubers Kaelin and Kyrah Edwards as they grow from young and in love, believing the hard part of life is over, to adulthood, filled with both challenges and opportunities. Kaelin and Kyrah Edward's viral video of 2016 (Crazy Girlfriend Throws iPhone in the Pool!) thrust them into the spotlight with a velocity that they never could have imagined. Since that time, they have grown up in front of their audience—they have built their relationship, gotten married, grown their family through the births of their two little boys. What began for them as the posting of a prank video has evolved into an engaged viewership of over 2 million on their various social channels that looks to them for guidance in how to make good life decisions. This Kind of Love follows the Edwards' family's adventure as they learn to live through the lens of God's promises and principles, such as:Waiting to have sex until marriage out of obedience to God's plan for our lives.Waiting to take the time to lay a foundation for our future rather than rushing to get on with life.Waiting for God's plan for our lives to be revealed.Waiting for God's timing.Waiting for God to refine our character.Waiting for one another to become who we will be.Waiting for God to come through when trouble comes.In This Kind of Love, Kaelin and Kyrah invite you to join their often tumultuous journey and experience—alongside of them—the joy and beauty that comes through waiting for God to do His work in our lives.
This Life: Secular Faith and Spiritual Freedom
by Martin HägglundWinner of the René Wellek PrizeNamed a Best Book of the Year by The Guardian, The Millions, and The Sydney Morning HeraldA profound, original, and accessible book that offers a new secular vision of how we can lead our lives. Ranging from fundamental existential questions to the most pressing social issues of our time, This Life shows why our commitment to freedom and democracy should lead us beyond both religion and capitalism.In this groundbreaking book, the philosopher Martin Hägglund challenges our received notions of faith and freedom. The faith we need to cultivate, he argues, is not a religious faith in eternity but a secular faith devoted to our finite life together. He shows that all spiritual questions of freedom are inseparable from economic and material conditions. What ultimately matters is how we treat one another in this life, and what we do with our time together. Hägglund develops new existential and political principles while transforming our understanding of spiritual life. His critique of religion takes us to the heart of what it means to mourn our loved ones, be committed, and care about a sustainable world. His critique of capitalism demonstrates that we fail to sustain our democratic values because our lives depend on wage labor. In clear and pathbreaking terms, Hägglund explains why capitalism is inimical to our freedom, and why we should instead pursue a novel form of democratic socialism. In developing his vision of an emancipated secular life, Hägglund engages with great philosophers from Aristotle to Hegel and Marx, literary writers from Dante to Proust and Knausgaard, political economists from Mill to Keynes and Hayek, and religious thinkers from Augustine to Kierkegaard and Martin Luther King, Jr. This Life gives us new access to our past—for the sake of a different future.
This Life I Live: One Man's Extraordinary, Ordinary Life and the Woman Who Changed It Forever
by Rory Feek**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**Her story. His story. The love story of Joey and Rory.By inviting so many into the final months of Joey&’s life as she battled cancer, Joey and Rory Feek captured hearts around the world with how they handled the diagnosis; the inspiring, simple way they chose to live; and how they loved each other every step of the way. But there is far more to the story.&“My life is very ordinary,&” says Rory. &“On the surface, it is not very special. If you looked at it, day to day, it wouldn&’t seem like much. But when you look at it in a bigger context—as part of a larger story—you start to see the magic that is on the pages of the book that is my life. And the more you look, the more you see. Or, at least, I do.&”In this vulnerable book, he takes us for the first time into his own challenging life story and what it was like growing up in rural America with little money and even less family stability.This is the story of a man searching for meaning and security in a world that offered neither. And it&’s the story of a man who finally gives it all to a power higher than himself and soon meets a young woman who will change his heart forever.In This Life I Live, Rory Feek helps us not only to connect more fully to his and Joey&’s story but also to our own journeys. He shows what can happen when we are fully open in life&’s key moments, whether when meeting our life companion or tackling an unexpected tragedy. He also gives never-before-revealed details on their life together and what he calls &“the long goodbye,&” the blessing of being able to know that life is going to end and taking advantage of it. Rory shows how we are all actually there already and how we can learn to live that way every day.A gifted man from nowhere and everywhere in search of something to believe in. A young woman from the Midwest with an angelic voice and deep roots that just needed a place to be planted. This is their story. Two hearts that found each other and touched millions of other hearts along the way.
This Life Is Joy
by Roger TeelA simple, fun instruction manual for living a more joy-filled, authentic life! Readers will delight at Dr. Roger Teel's accessible writing style and wit, while learning important lessons about themselves. This Life Is Joy is an extraordinary new book by one of the most admired spiritual teachers in the country. In this book, Dr. Roger Teel shows us how every moment, experience, and person can be an opening for our soul. Separated into three easy-to-use parts, this book will: Tell a fable that puts our spiritual journey into context Discuss the seven spiritual principles that are universal to the world's wisdom traditions Show how nine specific challenges and difficulties (such as fear, illness, and change) can be transformed from stumbling blocks into stepping stones Filled with advice that can come only from a lifetime of practicing these traditions, this book will be an indispensable guide to people who want more from their lives.
This Light in Oneself
by Jiddu KrishnamurtiThese selections present the core of Krishnamurti's teaching on meditation, taken from discussions with small groups, as well as from public talks to large audiences. His main theme is the essential need to look inward, to know ourselves, in order really to understand our own--and the world's--conflicts. We are the world, says Krishnamurti, and it is our individual chaos that creates social disorder. He offers timeless insights into the source of true freedom and wisdom.