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The Trouble with Jesus
by Joseph M. StowellOur pluralistic society accepts all... all except Jesus. Joseph Stowell brings to light our need to be undaunted advocates for Jesus in a world that has no tolerance for Him or His followers. How do you reach those who do not have a churched background, or are openly hostile to the good news of Jesus Christ? Would you miss church to go fishing with your colleague at work? What should or would you do when golfing with three non-believing friends, and they want to play for 'prize money'? Joseph Stowell's style is biblical and insightful, but always within reach of today's reader.
The Trouble with Jesus
by Joseph M. StowellOur pluralistic society accepts all... all except Jesus. Joseph Stowell brings to light our need to be undaunted advocates for Jesus in a world that has no tolerance for Him or His followers. How do you reach those who do not have a churched background, or are openly hostile to the good news of Jesus Christ? Would you miss church to go fishing with your colleague at work? What should or would you do when golfing with three non-believing friends, and they want to play for 'prize money'? Joseph Stowell's style is biblical and insightful, but always within reach of today's reader.
The Trouble with Lacy Brown
by Debra CloptonLove is in the air...and the hair -- or so wacky hairstylist Lacy Brown believes when she swoops into Mule Hollow. The town placed an ad for wives, and Lacy's salon is going to guarantee pretty ones!The moment cattleman Clint Matlock meets the spitfire stylist, he can tell she won't last. Attractive women just don't stick around dusty cow towns; his mom certainly hadn't. But Clint never expects Tornado Lacy to set his emotions spinning. Perhaps the trouble with Lacy Brown is that her last name should be Matlock.
The Trouble with Lacy Brown
by Debra CloptonFind out how the popular Mule Hollow series started! A fan favorite from author Debra Clopton. Love is in the air--or so hairstylist Lacy Brown believes when she swoops into Mule Hollow, Texas. Seeking matches for their bachelors, the town placed an ad for wives, and Lacy's salon is going to guarantee pretty ones! But the moment cattleman Clint Matlock meets the spitfire stylist, he can tell she won't last. Attractive women just don't stick around dusty cow towns like Mule Hollow; his mom certainly didn't. But Clint never expects Lacy to set his emotions spinning. Perhaps the trouble with Lacy Brown is that her last name should be Matlock! Originally published in 2005
The Trouble with Lacy Brown and And Baby Makes Five
by Debra CloptonThe Trouble with Lacy BrownWhen quirky stylist Lacy Brown speeds into town, Clint Matlock is sure she won't be staying. What use could a vibrant young woman have for sleepy Mule Hollow-or for a stubborn cattleman? But Lacy has faith in God's plan for her life...and her heart.And Baby Makes FiveBad enough that her donkey is caught raiding her surly neighbor's crops. Then Lilly Tipps goes into premature labor, and must turn to Cort Wells for help. But new life can bring surprising new beginnings-and teach two wounded hearts to heal.
The Trouble with Paris Participant's Guide: Following Jesus In A World Of Plastic Promises
by Mark SayersThis DVD-based series helps people examine three different levels of reality: hyperreality-that which the media tells us we should seek; reality-the world we really live in; and God's reality-what we should ultimately be seeking. The Trouble with Paris emerged out of a series of talks that Mark Sayers had developed, originally titled "How Paris Hilton Made Me a Better Christian." This series of talks was responsible for hundreds of young adults rediscovering faith in profound ways. The product features four 20-minute video episodes full of unique animation, fast-paced teaching, and relevant subject matter. This participant's guide will serve as a companion to the DVD (sold separately).
The Trouble with Paris: Following Jesus in a World of Plastic Promises
by Mark SayersWhat if you're living in the wrong reality?Doesn't everyone want the good life these days? Our shopping mall world offers us a never-ending array of pleasures to explore. Consumerism promises us a vision of heaven on earth-a reality that's hyper-real. We've all experienced hyperreality: a candy so 'grape-ey' it doesn't taste like grapes any more; a model's photo so manipulated that it doesn't even look like her; a theme park version of life that tells us we can have something better than the real thing. But what if this reality is not all that it's cracked up to be? Admit it, we've been ripped off by our culture and its version of reality that leaves us lonely, bored, and trapped. But what's the alternative? In The Trouble With Paris, pastor Mark Sayers shows us how the lifestyles of most young adults (19-35) actually work against a life of meaning and happiness to sabotage their faith. Sayers shows how a fresh understanding of God's intention for our world is the true path to happiness, fulfillment, and meaning.
The Trouble with Secrets
by Naomi MillinerA Jewish girl preparing for her upcoming bat mitzvah tries to keep a secret—along with one of her sister’s—in this beautiful coming-of-age contemporary novel that explores change, grief, and the complexities of sibling relationships.Twelve-year-old Becky has great expectations placed upon her. Not only does she need to be as perfect as her older brother and sister, but her upcoming bat mitzvah needs to be perfect, too. She is the rabbi’s daughter, after all. The trouble is, Becky’s intentions often lead her astray. At least when she plays the flute, she feels like the best version of herself. Until playing the flute causes Becky to do something not so perfect: keep a secret from her parents.Then Becky discovers that Sara, her "perfect" sister, has an even bigger secret. One that could turn the family upside down. The sisters couldn’t be more ready to keep each other’s secret safe…until the excitement turns to guilt, and Becky is forced to make an impossible choice.When secrets are shared and choices are made, doing the right thing can feel so wrong. And Becky will learn that actions, no matter how well intended, always have consequences.
The Trouble with Tulip (Smart Chick Mysteries #1)
by Mindy Starns ClarkBack Cover Helpful hints and homicides Meet Josephine Tulip --definitely a smart chick. She's a twenty-first century female MacGyver who writes a helpful hints column and stumbles on dead bodies in her spare time. Meet Danny Watkins, Jo's best friend. He's a talented photographer who longs to have his work appear on a cover of National Geographic but finds himself taking prom photos and pet portraits instead. Together this mismatched duo works to solve a local murder--much to the dismay of the police, who are hoping for an open -and -shut case. But there's something not quite right about the evidence. Jo knows it and Danny believes her. Turns out, sleuthing brings out the best ... and the worst ... in their relationship. As Jo tries to solve the mystery in her neighborhood, she realizes she's facing an even bigger mystery--what's going on in her heart?
The Trouble with the Truth Leader Guide: Balancing Truth and Grace (The Trouble with the Truth)
by Rob RenfroeThere’s a lot of talk today about "culture wars," but these external conflicts are only a symptom of a deeper problem: there is trouble with the truth. Beneath our differences about the values that should define our culture is a real disagreement about what is true. Those who hold to the traditional beliefs of the Christian faith find themselves at odds with a culture that no longer believes there are universal spiritual or moral truths that apply to everyone. And they grieve that the confusion about what is true is just as strong in the church. The Trouble with the Truth explores the truth—why it’s in trouble, what the culture tells us about it, and why the church is so confused about it. In an engaging and compelling style, Rob Renfroe reminds us that the Christian life requires commitment to both truth and grace. Like a tightrope walker with a balance bar, we must learn to balance compassion for people and passion for truth, combining them in equal measure just as Jesus did. Readers will examine the essentials about truth and grace, understand the differences between a cultural worldview and a scriptural worldview, and discover how to be instruments of real influence and transformation in our time by following Jesus’s example. The Leader Guide contains six session plan outlines, complete with discussion points and questions, activities, prayers, and more—plus leader helps for facilitating a group.
The Trouble with the Truth: Balancing Truth and Grace (The Trouble with the Truth)
by Rob RenfroeThere’s a lot of talk today about "culture wars," but these external conflicts are only a symptom of a deeper problem: there is trouble with the truth. Beneath our differences about the values that should define our culture is a real disagreement about what is true. Those who hold to the traditional beliefs of the Christian faith find themselves at odds with a culture that no longer believes there are universal spiritual or moral truths that apply to everyone. And they grieve that the confusion about what is true is just as strong in the church.The Trouble with the Truth explores the truth—why it’s in trouble, what the culture tells us about it, and why the church is so confused about it. In an engaging and compelling style, Rob Renfroe reminds us that the Christian life requires commitment to both truth and grace. Like a tightrope walker with a balance bar, we must learn to balance compassion for people and passion for truth, combining them in equal measure just as Jesus did. Readers will examine the essentials about truth and grace, understand the differences between a cultural worldview and a scriptural worldview, and discover how to be instruments of real influence and transformation in our time by following Jesus’s example.A DVD featuring six interviews with the author and a full leader guide are available for group study.
The Troubled Origins of the Italian Catholic Labor Movement, 1878–1914
by Sándor AgócsIn his book, Sándor Agócs explores the conflicts that accompanied the emergence of the Italian Catholic labor movement. He examines the ideologies that were at work and details the organizational forms they inspired. During the formative years of the Italian labor movement, Neo-Thomism became the official ideology of the church. Church leadership drew upon the central Thomistic principal of caritas, Christian love, in its response to the social climate in Italy, which had become increasingly charged with class consciousness and conflict. Aquinas’s principles ruled out class struggle as contrary to the spirit of Christianity and called for a symbiotic relationship among the various social strata. Neo-Thomistic philosophy also emphasized the social functions of property, a principle that demanded the paternalistic care and tutelage of the interests of working people by the wealthy. In applying these principles to the nascent labor movement, the church's leadership called for a mixed union (misto), whose membership would include both capitalists and workers. They argued that this type of union best reflected the tenets of Neo-Thomistic social philosophy. In addition, through its insistence on the misto, the church was also motivated by an obsessive concern with socialism, which it viewed as a threat, and by a fear of the working classes, which it associated with socialism, which it viewed as a threat, and by a fear of the working classes, which it associated with socialism. In pressing for the mixed union, therefore, the church leadership hoped not only to realize Neo-Thomistic principles, but also to defuse class struggle and prevent the proletariat from becoming a viable social and political force. Catholic activists, who were called upon to put ideas into practice and confronted social realities daily, learned that the "mixed" unions were a utopian vision that could not be realized. They knew that the age of paternalism was over and that neither the workers not the capitalists were interested in the mixed union. In its stead, the activists urged for the "simple" union, an organization for workers only. The conflict which ensued pitted the bourgeoisie and the Catholic hierarchy against the young activists. Sándor Agócs reveals precisely in what way Catholic social thought was inadequate to deal with the realities of unionization and why Catholics were unable to present a reasonable alternative.
The Troublesome Angel
by Valerie HansenA woman’s search for a little runaway leads her to the man who broke her heart in this classic inspirational romance.The pint-sized orphan had big, big plans. She longed for Graydon Payne to be her daddy, and Stacy Lucas to be her mommy. And there was only one way to bring them together: by running away. . . . Stacy would do anything to find the lost child—even face the man she never wanted to see again. She had managed to avoid Gray all these years. Now it was time to put their differences aside and join forces on a heart-wrenching mission.Since Gray had last seen Stacy, he had discovered something more powerful than his wealthy family. But it would take more than steadfast faith to locate the missing cherub in the vast Ozark wilderness—and to convince Stacy to give him another chance. It might even take a miracle. . . .
The True Dharma Eye: Zen Master Dogen's Three Hundred Koans
by John Daido Loori Kazuaki TanahashiA collection of three hundred koans compiled by Eihei Dogen, the thirteenth-century founder of Soto Zen in Japan, this book presents readers with a uniquely contemporary perspective on his profound teachings and their relevance for modern Western practitioners of Zen. Following the traditional format for koan collections, John Daido Loori Roshi, an American Zen master, has added his own commentary and accompanying verse for each of Dogen's koans. Zen students and scholars will find The True Dharma Eye to be a source of deep insight into the mind of one of the world's greatest religious thinkers, as well as the practice of koan study itself.
The True Father: A Novel
by Tamara CarlDesperate to escape the religious persecution they were facing in Cuba, eleven-year-old Jonas, his family and friends boarded a small boat headed for Newfoundland. But after falling overboard during a violent storm, Jonas finds himself alone on a deserted island with no food, water, or supplies--and hunted by the Enemies of Christ, who want to kill him for his belief in the one true God. Will Jonas ever see his parents again? Will his faith in God--his true Father--be enough to keep him alive in the face of impossible circumstances?
The True Happiness Company: A Memoir
by Veena DinavahiIn this darkly humorous and wrenchingly sincere memoir, a young Indian American woman&’s dreams of being a well-adjusted college student get wildly derailed when her struggles with mental health land her in the office of a charismatic alternative therapist and his self-help cult.&“Honest, brutal, funny, fascinating. A vital reminder of how important it is to trust ourselves.&”—Jenny Lawson, New York Times bestselling author of Let&’s Pretend This Never Happened and Furiously Happy&“Veena Dinavahi is a ferocious writer with a poetic left hook.&”—Bethany Joy Lopez, New York Times bestselling author of Dinner for VampiresIt is hard for Veena Dinavahi to live while her classmates keep dying. The high-achieving daughter of loving Indian immigrants, Veena lives in a typical white American suburb—except for its unusually high suicide rate. For years, she tries to manage her mental health in all the right ways, but nothing seems to work. Until, on a late-night Google search, Veena&’s mom discovers Bob Lyon—a sixty-year-old white man in the backwoods of Georgia who claims he can make her want to live again. He calls himself &“The True Happiness Company&” and, as their relationship progresses, &“Daddy.&” Veena becomes increasingly enveloped in his strangely close-knit community, and before she knows it, she&’s a college dropout, married mother of three, and Mormon convert who has gotten way too good at dismissing her gut feeling that something is wrong. But when Veena&’s treatment goes too far, she slowly begins to question whether true happiness can even exist as an absolute.In this revelatory debut, Veena traces the contours of her life to explore the question that plagued her in the years afterward: how did I fall for that? And what will it mean to move forward?Told with unflinching clarity and shot through with incisive wit, The True Happiness Company is Veena Dinavahi&’s singular exploration of what it means to lose and reclaim your identity, rethink mental illness, and learn to trust your intuition in a world determined to annihilate it.
The True Jesus: Uncovering the Divinity of Christ in the Gospels
by David Limbaugh<P>"Who do you say that I am?" <P>Uttered by Jesus Christ, this profound question has presented an age-old challenge to believers, skeptics, scholars, and rulers. <P>In attempting to answer this question, The True Jesus goes straight to the unimpeachable source: the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Only in the Gospels, says #1 New York Times bestselling author David Limbaugh, do we come face-to-face with the Son of God, Whose sublime teachings, miraculous actions, and divine essence leap off every page and into our hearts. <P>In this book, Limbaugh combines the four Gospel stories into a unified account (though not, he humbly admits, a perfect harmony) and guides readers on a faith journey through the Four Evangelists' testimonies of the life of Jesus Christ. Along the way, Limbaugh shares his insights on Jesus' words and deeds as well as His unique nature as fully human and fully divine. In The True Jesus, you will learn: <br>- Why even the apostles failed to completely understand Jesus' true identity and mission until after His crucifixion <br>- The real basis for the rejection of Jesus' message by skeptics in His hometown and elsewhere <br>- The historical events preceding Jesus' birth that providentially paved the way for Christianity <br>- How Jesus' message utterly contradicted modern attempts to portray Him as being non-judgmental <P>Limbaugh's passion for the Gospels infuses the pages of The True Jesus, which is both a primer for new Bible readers and an outstanding guide to the Gospels for long-time believers. Who really is the true Jesus? Open this book and begin your odyssey toward the answer. <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
The True Joy of Positive Living: An Autobiography
by Norman Vincent PealeThe inspiring autobiography of the world-renowned minister and revered self-help giant whose positive thinking techniques have bettered the lives of millions of people In his 95 years, Norman Vincent Peale made a profound difference. The son of a minister in Lynchburg, Ohio, he went on to preach the Lord's word at Manhattan's now-famous Marble Collegiate Church, where he served as pastor for 52 years and oversaw the church's growth from 600 members to more than 5,000. He had a popular radio program for more than half a century, and appeared regularly on television. But perhaps his most lasting and powerful contribution was as author of the mega-bestseller The Power of Positive Thinking, the groundbreaking book that provided new guidance and hope and changed countless lives for generations throughout the world. The True Joy of Positive Living is the inspiring true story of a humble man who started out poor in a small Midwestern town and rose to become one of the most famous and influential American figures of the 20th century--a man of God who was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the country's highest civilian honor, by President Ronald Reagan in 1984. Together with this wife Ruth, Dr. Peale founded the Peale Center for Christian Living and Guideposts magazine to ensure that his messages of self-confidence and the power of faith would continue to guide millions around the world even after his death. In his own uplifting words, Dr. Peale shares the story of a remarkable life lived with dignity and purpose. This stirring chronicle of an extraordinary soul--his unwavering service to the Lord and his remarkable development of the principles of positivity that had a life-altering effect on so many--will be an inspiration to all who read it.
The True Measure Of A Woman: Discover your intrinsic value and see yourself as God does
by Lisa BevereIt's time for every woman to discover her eternal value!Best-selling author Lisa Bevere unveils the truth of God&’s Word and exposes the subtle influences and blatant lies that have held women captive for years. This re-released book deals with two basic questions: How do women fit in or relate to the world around them, and what is the measuring stick of their worth? Women must let go of the past, stop comparing themselves to others, forget the material things, and start embracing God&’s plan for their life. This is good, pleasing to Him, and perfect! With the truths of this book in place, every Christian woman can remove the veil, find new freedom, and claim God as the Lord of her future!
The True Saint Nicholas: Why He Matters to Christmas
by William J. BennettIf you've ever been asked, "Who is Saint Nicholas?". . . If you've ever wondered if he is just a commercial invention. . . If you've ever thought there is no such person. . . You may be surprised to know the true Saint Nicholas. You'll never again think of Santa Claus in quite the same way. An instant classic by one of America's most respected thinkers, The True Saint Nicholas is a book to be shared with family and friends every year to evoke the true spirit of Christmas.
The True Saint Nicholas: Why He Matters to Christmas
by William J. BennettFormer secretary of education and New York Times bestselling author William Bennett blends his historical expertise with his gift for storytelling into a heartwarming book about the man who ultimately became known as Santa Claus.Beloved writer and speaker William Bennett brings the legendary Saint Nicholas to life in this fascinating and faith-affirming book that will change the way you think about Santa Claus and the meaning of Christmas. Bennett reflects on Saint Nicholas&’s storied life, which has spanned seventeen centuries across Europe, Asia, and Africa, and reveals an inspiring tale of devotion to God and an example of eternal goodness. The True Saint Nicholas: Why He Matters to Christmas focuses on three aspects of Saint Nicholas—historical facts from his life, his legacy in the centuries following his death, and the legendary status that transformed his likeness into the present-day jolly, toy-bearing Santa Claus. The book vividly captures the heart and life of someone who lived long ago—and yet whose life remains an inspiration for everyone to aspire to a higher order of generosity, giving, and devotion to others. An instant classic by one of America&’s most respected thinkers, The True Saint Nicholas is a memorable keepsake to be shared with family and friends every year to evoke the true spirit of Christmas.
The True Source of Healing: How The Ancient Tibetan Practice Of Soul Retrieval Can Transform And Enrich Your Life
by Tenzin Wangyal Polly Turner"Recall a moment in your life when you felt complete, satisfied, fully alive, at home in yourself. Imagine that it is possible for you to feel that way not only now and then but most of the time."In The True Source of Healing, meditation teacher Tenzin Wangyal introduces powerful practices to help you connect deeply with your authentic nature and heal your soul, so you can lead a more joyful and fulfilling life. Drawing on traditional soul retrieval teachings of Tibetan Bön Buddhism, Tenzin Wangyal offers practical guidance for overcoming feelings of disconnection and dissatisfaction, and reawakening your inherent creativity, playfulness, and sense of ease. Done daily, these transformative practices can help you: • Overcome difficult life challenges • Clear negative emotions and cultivate positive qualities • Revitalize your personal and professional relationships • Feel more engaged and productive at work • Experience healing on all levels—physical, emotional, energetic • Bring happiness and well-being to othersUsing the meditations and informal practices in the book, you’ll learn how to tap into the healing power of nature as well as your own capacity for self-healing.
The True Story of Noah's Ark
by Tom DooleyBased on the account of Noah's ark recorded in Genesis 6-9, tells the story of how God asked Noah to build an ark to save Noah's family and representative animals from the flood.
The True Story of the Whole World
by Michael W. Goheen Craig BartholomewThis revised edition of a popular overview of the grand narrative of the Bible shows how God’s action in the world gives meaning to our lives and provides us with the foundation for our actions.
The True Story of the Whole World: Finding Your Place in the Biblical Drama
by Michael W. Goheen Craig G. BartholomewThe True Story of the Whole World has been written to tell the biblical story of redemption as a unified, coherent narrative of God's ongoing redemptive work in the world.