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The Whole Story: A 52-Week Devotional Journey Through Every Book of the Bible
by Dr. David JeremiahExperience God's faithfulness and love in this devotional journey through every book of the Bible.In this 52-week devotional from trusted Bible teacher Dr. David Jeremiah, you'll discover a year of devotional time overflowing with God&’s blessings. Through these meaningful devotions, you will discover:God's story of love for you that flows throughout the BibleInsightful devotional readings categorized by biblical subsections of the Pentateuch, Historical Books, Poetry and Wisdom, Books of Prophecy, Gospels, Epistles, and Apocalyptic ProphecyThe blessings gleaned from every book of God's WordReflection questions with room to write your thoughts and prayers Dr. Jeremiah says, "Nothing in life is more important than understanding the Bible. It draws us into a closer relationship with the Lord and positions us to receive His blessings." This accessible and insightful devotional with an accompanying Bible reading plan helps you understand the Bible and connect to God's message of love, book by book. Get ready for a year of blessings found in God's Word.
The Whole Truth
by James S. BellBack Cover Attorney Steve Conroy has one last chance to overcome the past that has haunted him for twenty-five years. But he'll learn that the present can be darker than any nightmare he's ever had. At the age of five, Steve Conroy saw his seven-year-Old brother kidnapped from the very bedroom they shared. His brother was never found. And the guilt of his silence that night had all but destroyed him. Now thirty Years old with a failing law practice,Steve agrees to represent a convicted criminal, Johnny laSalle, who has ties to a notorious family. And some information that threatens to blow Steve's world apart. Desperate for his final shot at professional success, Steve will do anything to find the truth. But Johnny knows far more than he's telling and the secrets he keeps have deadly consequences. Now Steve must depend on an EX-Criminal law student whose faith appears to be his last chance at redemption from a corrupt world where one wrong move could be his last.
The Whole Truth
by James Scott BellAt the age of five, Steve Conroy saw his seven-year-old brother kidnapped from the very bedroom they shared. Now thirty years old with a failing law practice, Steve's last chance to overcome his past just might come from a convicted criminal. But can Steve get the truth he needs from this con man?
The Whole World is a Single Flower
by Stephen Mitchell Seung SahnThis remarkable book is of great importance not only for the variety of the 365 kong-ans, but for Zen Master Seung Sahn's own questions and commentary which accompany each kong-an. This prodding and guidance serve as guideposts along a difficult road to enlightenment. The kong-ans themselves and practice for life-practice for life-practice for answering the questions which are profound and practical arising everyday.
The Wholehearted Life
by Susyn Reeve Janet ConnerThe Whole-Hearted Life is the culmination of Susyn Reeve's lifelong work. Comprised of 365 days of change-your-life ideas to try a few minutes each day, this is a guide to a life of contentment and community, where you give and receive love, including the oft-missing piece of self-love and compassion. Reeve, who apprenticed under Don Miguel Ruiz for years, is a scholar of the human soul and is on a mission to help everyone live a whole-hearted life, one of inner serenity, esteem toward self, shared joy and limitless love. Reeve's warm and wise encouragement offers readers 52 week's worth of ways to pray, play, and passionately pursue a life lived utterly and fully from the heart.Reeve's new book is a step-by-step and day-by-day guide to wholehearted living mapped out over a year's time. Readers can undertake the program for all 52 weeks of the year or dip into the rich resource Reeve has provided and sample the offerings for a great sense of the fullness of life.This book will help you learn how to:Eliminate gossipSeize the moment-be here nowGo on a media dietListen to and follow the still small voiceUse your feelings as your guideDetach and let goWrite your obituary
The Wholehearted Life: Big Changes and Greater Happiness Week by Week
by Susyn ReeveThe Whole-Hearted Life is the culmination of Susyn Reeve's lifelong work. Comprised of 365 days of change-your-life ideas to try a few minutes each day, this is a guide to a life of contentment and community, where you give and receive love, including the oft-missing piece of self-love and compassion. Reeve, who apprenticed under Don Miguel Ruiz for years, is a scholar of the human soul and is on a mission to help everyone live a whole-hearted life, one of inner serenity, esteem toward self, shared joy and limitless love. Reeve's warm and wise encouragement offers readers 52 week's worth of ways to pray, play, and passionately pursue a life lived utterly and fully from the heart. Reeve's new book is a step-by-step and day-by-day guide to wholehearted living mapped out over a year's time. Readers can undertake the program for all 52 weeks of the year or dip into the rich resource Reeve has provided and sample the offerings for a great sense of the fullness of life. This book will help you learn how to: Eliminate gossip Seize the moment--be here now Go on a media diet Listen to and follow the still small voice Use your feelings as your guide Detach and let go Write your obituary
The Wholehearted Marriage: Fully Engaging Your Most Important Relationship
by Greg Smalley Shawn StoeverThe Wholehearted Marriage offers practical tools for helping couples keep a passionate connection with one another and understand the role their hearts play in their lives. Drs. Smalley and Stoever maintain that circumstances, such as busy lifestyles, differences between spouses, personal baggage, the loss of a loved one, childhood trauma, etc., trigger reactions that condition us to close up our hearts for protection, blocking the flow of love. A disengaged, protected heart makes it impossible to experience an intimate, connected marriage. As a result, couples drift apart, trying to find some version of contentment, or they give up altogether and look for love somewhere else. Through their experiences in marriage counseling, Drs. Smalley and Stoever discovered that the commonly heard phrase "I don't love him/her anymore" is merely a camouflaged misunderstanding about what true love is and God's design for it. They affirm that love is more than just a feeling, and that to have true, lasting intimacy, couples need to learn to love wholeheartedly.
The Wholehearted Way
by Taigen Dan Leighton Shohaku Okumura Kosho Uchiyama RoshiThe Wholehearted Way is a translation of Eihei Dogen's Bendowa, one of the primary texts on Zen practice. Transcending any particular school of Buddhism or religious belief, Dogen's profound and poetic writings are respected as a pinnacle of world spiritual literature. Bendowa, or A Talk on the Wholehearted Practice of the Way, was written in 1231 A.D. and expresses Dogen's teaching of the essential meaning of zazen (seated meditation) and its practice. This edition also contains commentary on Bendowa by Kosho Uchiyama Roshi, a foreword by Taigen Daniel Leighton, and an Introduction by Shohaku Okumura, both of whom prepared this English translation.
The Wholehearted Way
by Taigen Dan Leighton Shohaku Okumura Kosho Uchiyama RoshiThe Wholehearted Way is a translation of Eihei Dogen's Bendowa, one of the primary texts on Zen practice. Transcending any particular school of Buddhism or religious belief, Dogen's profound and poetic writings are respected as a pinnacle of world spiritual literature. Bendowa, or A Talk on the Wholehearted Practice of the Way, was written in 1231 A.D. and expresses Dogen's teaching of the essential meaning of zazen (seated meditation) and its practice. This edition also contains commentary on Bendowa by Kosho Uchiyama Roshi, a foreword by Taigen Daniel Leighton, and an Introduction by Shohaku Okumura, both of whom prepared this English translation.
The Wicca Book of Days: Legend and Lore for Every Day of the Year (Library Of The Mystic Arts)
by Gerina DunwichTHE WICCA BOOK OF DAYS Legend and Lore for Every Day of the Year Researched and compiled by contemporary Wiccan expert and practicing witch Gerina Dunwich, this day-by-day calendar commemorates the pagan festivals and feasts, birthdays, and major events in Wiccan history, legend, and lore. Entries include the Roman festival of Carmentalia on January 11th, Whitsunday on June 4th, and the Chinese Festival of the Hungry Ghosts on August 18th. Highlighting Eastern, Western, and Native American holidays, feasts, and celebrations, THE WICCA BOOK OF DAYS is essential both as a Witch’s calendar and as a highly browsable history of pagan culture and folklore from ancient times to the present.
The Wicca Garden: A Modern Witch's Book Of Magickal And Enchanted Herbs And Plants
by Gerina DunwichTHE WICCA GARDEN A Modern Witch’s Book of Magickal and Enchanted Herbs and Plants Witches were among the first to discover the healing power of plants. The use of potions, poultices, and charm bags filled with special roots, flowers, and magickal herbs has been associated with the healing power of Wicca practitioners from time immemorial. Now modern witches can grow their own fresh herbs and plan and cultivate their gardens in accordance with the Wiccan calendar and astrological charts. This complete study of herbs and their Wiccan significance, as well as a gardener’s guide to growing magickal herbs, includes chapters on Herbs of the Enchanted World; Sabbat Herbs; Mind-Altering Plants; Green Healing; Dangerous Plants; and a guide to herb gardening. A Wiccan Glossary of Herbalism Terms rounds out this comprehesive and essential resource for today’s home Wiccan library.
The Wicca Spellbook: A Witch's Collection Of Wiccan Spells, Potions, And Recipes
by Gerina DunwichTHE WICCA SPELLBOOK Modern Wiccan expert Gerina Dunwich guides today’s witches into developing and utilizing your own powers of will and visualization to achieve positive results. Dunwich also reveals the secrets of spellcraft through easy-to-follow, yet highly powerful magickal formulas. Discover the proper craft and use of amulets, potions, mojo bags, poppets, and much more. In addition to the magickal arts, there are sections on the various methods of divination used by witches, the magickal association of herbs, the eight Sabbats of the Wiccan tradition, and an up-to-date directory of occult shops, publications, and services of interest to the Wiccan community. The Wicca Spellbook is a grimoire of modern Wiccan magick for both novice and seasoned Witches and coveners.
The Wiccan Book of Shadows: A Magical Guide to Personalizing Your Own Spells and Rituals
by Ambrosia HawthornThe easy-to-use guide to creating your own unique magical practice As you journey down the path of Wicca, you'll nurture a unique set of traditions and beliefs to guide your way. The Wiccan Book of Shadows walks you through developing your own Wiccan practice, from those traditions and beliefs to everyday spells and rituals. Using the journaling spaces throughout, you can record the key elements of your practice to create a Book of Shadows—a sacred tool you can refer back to any time. Grow your knowledge with a foundational overview of the craft, and find practical information about tools, altars, building a Book of Shadows, and other basics of Wiccan life. Then explore a variety of simple spells, recipes, and rituals including herbal brews, spiritual baths, and candle magic—all using easy-to-find supplies and ingredients. The Wiccan Book of Shadows includes: Make it your own—Blank journal lines make it easy to personalize every section with reflections, recipes, and more to inspire your own Book of Shadows. Background and beliefs—Delve into Wiccan history, traditions, symbols, and ceremonies—and discover the many ways they are put into practice today. Rituals and recipes—Find step-by-step instructions for a New Moon Manifestation Spell, Mint Rejuvenation Tea, Lavender Basil Peace Bath, and more. Start on your magical way with The Wiccan Book of Shadows.
The Wiccan's Dictionary of Prophecy and Omens
by Gerina DunwichTHE WICCAN’S DICTIONARY OF PROPHECY AND OMENS Divination—the art of obtaining knowledge of the future or of secret things—has played an important role in ancient cultures and religions as well as in modern times. It was once a method of sacred communication with the spirit world and a way to determine the will of the gods by means of visions and predictions. In the present age, divination, including astrology, palmistry, and the I Ching, continues to be a popular method of looking into the future or past, as well as revealing that which was once unknown. In fact, a large number of our contemporary customs and superstitions are remnants of the once-powerful divinatory rituals of the ancient pagan religions. The Wiccan's Dictionary of Prophecy and Omens details over two hundred methods of divination, from those used in antiquity to those in use today. It traces the history of these practices and provides examples of nearly every known divinatory art. This is an essential resource for followers of today’s Wiccan lifestyle by modern Wiccan expert Gerina Dunwich.
The Wicked Enchantment
by Margot Benary-IsbertFrom the book Jacket: Life in the old cathedral town of Vogelsang had gone on peacefully for many years, and life for Anemone and her father had always been a happy one. But strange and disturbing things began to happen. One of the cathedral statues of a foolish virgin disappeared, and also the figure of the gargoyle that spouted above it. The mayor dismissed three of the town's most respected councilors, blaming them for the disappearance. And Anemone, with her dog Winnie, ran away from home-driven to it by the mean housekeeper and her horrid son who had made life miserable for Anemone ever since Father befriended them and took them in. Even Aunt Gundula, a remarkable person who had been Anemone's mother's dearest friend and with whom Anemone took refuge, couldn't-at first- understand why things in the town were at such sixes and sevens. It was unheard of that the songbirds which had always been welcomed back by the townspeople each spring were now being caught in nets by the Mayor and his friends, and that the Mayor had actually forbidden the sale of Easter eggs. This was more than Gundula, who each year painted the most beautiful eggs for miles around, could stand. Slowly, as Easter and the night of the full moon drew near, Gundula, with the help of her cat, her pet mouse, her parrot-and of course Anemone-discovered what was at the root of all the trouble.
The Wicked Son
by David MametAs might be expected from this fiercely provocative writer, David Mamet’s interest in anti-Semitism is not limited to the modern face of an ancient hatred but encompasses as well the ways in which many Jews have themselves internalized that hatred. Using the metaphor of the Wicked Son at the Passover seder–the child who asks, “What does this story mean to you?”–Mamet confronts what he sees as an insidious predilection among some Jews to seek truth and meaning anywhere–in other religions, in political movements, in mindless entertainment–but in Judaism itself. At the same time, he explores the ways in which the Jewish tradition has long been and still remains the Wicked Son in the eyes of the world. Written with the searing honesty and verbal brilliance that is the hallmark of Mamet’s work,The Wicked Sonis a scathing look at one of the most destructive and tenacious forces in contemporary life, a powerfully thought-provoking and important book. From the Hardcover edition.
The Wicked Step-twister (church choir mystery number #1)
by Sandy DenglerWhen a tornado comes through Willow Bend, it not only takes off the roof of Eternal Hope Church, but it releases thousands of dollars into the community. The mystery of the money consumes the town, local law enforcement, the FBI, and of course, Gracie Parks, choir member, caterer, and part-time sleuth. The Church is in peril. Everyone is a suspect. Gracie needs help from her friends and from God to get to the bottom of this mystery.
The Widening of God's Mercy: Sexuality Within the Biblical Story
by Christopher B Hays Richard B HaysA fresh, deeply biblical account of God&’s expanding grace and mercy, tracing how the Bible&’s narrative points to the full inclusion of LGBTQ people in Christian communities Discussions of the Bible and human sexuality often focus on a scattered handful of specific passages. But arguments about this same set of verses have reached an impasse, two leading biblical scholars believe; these debates are missing the forest for the trees. In this learned and beautifully written book, Richard and Christopher Hays explore a more expansive way of listening to the overarching story that scripture tells. They remind us of a dynamic and gracious God who is willing to change his mind, consistently broadening his grace to include more and more people. Those who were once outsiders find themselves surprisingly embraced within the people of God, while those who sought to enforce exclusive boundaries are challenged to rethink their understanding of God&’s ways. The authors—a father and son—point out ongoing conversations within the Bible in which traditional rules, customs, and theologies are rethought. They argue that God has already gone on ahead of our debates and expanded his grace to people of different sexualities. If the Bible shows us a God who changes his mind, they say, perhaps today&’s Christians should do the same. The book begins with the authors&’ personal experiences of controversies over sexuality and closes with Richard Hays&’s epilogue reflecting on his own change of heart and mind.
The Widow Jane Parker (Hearts of Texas #1)
by Judy McGonagillTwice widowed, Jane Parker faces her dream of independence while her heart longs for Major Seth Armstrong, a military man with his own plan.Texas, Early 1900’sTwice Widowed, Jane Parker finally has the opportunity to fulfill her dream of owning a business and building a future for her three children. Befriended by her grateful employer, Jim Armstrong, and his caring wife, Bea, the Armstrongs are moving from East to West Texas and helping Jane get established in a business all her own.When two rogue outlaws seek to take advantage of Jane, she holds one at gunpoint while sending her ten-year-old son, Sam, to the Armstrongs for help. When help arrives, included is Armstrong’s son, Seth, who recently returned from the army. Jane can’t help to appreciate Seth’s rugged masculine charm and twinkling brown eyes.Seth Armstrong falls hard for the attractive woman in her early thirties with long, satiny, auburn hair and sparkling blue eyes. Willing to take on the responsibility of a ready-made family with two sweet-natured girls and one adventurous boy, his marriage proposal meets with fear and turmoil in Jane’s eyes.Torn between a life she loves and the hope of love for a lifetime with Seth Armstrong, Jane battles with fear, faith, and past losses. Now, she must risk everything she thought she wanted for everything she’d dare hope to have.Publisher’s Note: Readers who enjoy heartful tales of life, faith, and romance will not want to miss this endearing series set in West Texas, highlighting the struggles and delights of life in the early 1900s.Hearts of Texas SeriesThe Widow Jane ParkerThe River RiderThe Twelve Mile School
The Widow of Saunders Creek: A Novel
by Tracey BatemanA grief that knows no boundary. A love without any limit. A need that doesn't end at death. Corrie Saunders grew up in a life of privilege. But she gave it all up for Jarrod, her Army husband, a man she knew was a hero when she vowed to spend her life with him. She just didn't expect her hero to sacrifice his life taking on an Iraqi suicide bomber. Six months after Jarrod's death, Corrie retreats to the family home her husband inherited deep in the Missouri Ozarks. She doesn't know how to live without Jarrod--she doesn't want to. By moving to Saunders Creek and living in a house beloved by him, she hopes that somehow her Jarrod will come back to her. Something about the house suggests maybe he has. Corrie begins to wonder if she can feel Jarrod's presence. Jarrod's cousin Eli is helping Corrie with the house's restoration and he knows that his dead cousin is not what Corrie senses. Eli, as a believing man and at odds with his mystically-oriented family members, thinks friendly visits from beyond are hogwash. But he takes spirits with dark intentions seriously. Can he convince Corrie that letting go of Jarrod will lead to finding her footing again-- and to the One she can truly put her faith into?
The Widow's Bachelor Bargain: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance (Brides of Lost Creek #7)
by Marta PerryCould restoring a family… heal her own heart? When Jacob Unger arrives to retrieve his runaway orphaned niece, Amish widow Dorcas Bitler sees the conflict between the pair and suggests an arrangement. The teenager will stay with her for a while to give them both a much-needed break. Only Jacob&’s frequent visits—and Dorcas&’s growing attraction—aren't part of the plan. Now she&’s faced with an even bigger challenge: mending a broken relationship…while keeping her own heart intact.From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.Brides of Lost Creek Book 1: Second Chance Amish BrideBook 2: The Wedding Quilt BrideBook 3: The Promised Amish BrideBook 4: The Amish Widow's HeartBook 5: A Secret Amish CrushBook 6: Nursing Her Amish NeighborBook 7: The Widow's Bachelor Bargain
The Widow's Choice: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Lorraine BeattyShe&’s determined to protect her family But sometimes love finds a way… Widow Eden Sinclair wants nothing to do with her brother-in-law, a man she&’s heard is trouble. When Blake makes a shocking return after years away, they are thrown together to save the family business. Soon Eden begins to see a different man than the one she&’d imagined. And when his true reasons for returning are revealed, they threaten not just Eden&’s family, but her heart, too…From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
The Widow's Hidden Past: An Uplifting Inspirational Romance
by Rebecca KertzA secret keeps her heart locked… Could love be the key? Shunned by her Amish community, widow Alta Hershberger seeks a fresh start with her sister in New Berne, Pennsylvania. There she meets handsome preacher Jonas Miller, who shows her kindness, something she doesn&’t believe she deserves. Because Alta has a secret—one she thinks makes her unworthy of love. But as their mutual attraction deepens, will she find the courage to accept that she might be wrong? From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.
The Widow's Mate (Father Dowling Mysteries)
by Ralph McInernyA collision between the past and present dislodges some hard and hidden truths that Father Dowling must uncover if he's going to catch a killer in Ralph McInerny's The Widow's Mate, an absorbing and suspenseful mystery that is sure to please Father Dowling's many fans.Father Dowling is a dedicated parish priest who happens to have a knack for unraveling the mysteries of the real world as well as those of heaven, but the latest puzzle to catch his attention---the disappearance of Wallace Flanagan---doesn't seem to be a mystery so much as a dirty little secret. By all appearances, Flanagan, the heir to a lucrative concrete business, skipped town with his mistress more than ten years ago, although no one talks about that out of respect for his abandoned wife. But appearances go right out the window when his mangled---and recently live---body is found wedged into one of his father's cement mixers.If Flanagan's unexpected return and immediate death aren't enough to shake a few skeletons from their closets, childhood friends and lifelong enemies have started trickling home to Fox River, Illinouis, a town outside of Chicago. All of them had a stake in his disappearance, but which one would murder a man who was already all but dead? And would kill again to keep a dead man's secrets?
The Widow's Offering
by Joanne BaderThe Arch® Book series tells popular Bible stories through fun-to-read rhymes and bright illustrations. This well-loved series captures the attention of children, telling scripturally sound stories that are enjoyable and easy to remember. This book retells the story of the widow who willingly gave her mites (Mark 12:41-44; Luke 21:1-4). Other Arch books are available in this library.