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Alex thought she had married the man of her dreams: successful, gorgeous, and delighted by her small-town charm. When he walks out six months later, proclaiming to have 'found himself' (with the help of a stunning yoga teacher), she 'finds herself' alone in an unfamiliar city, vengefully drinking through his prized wine collection, living on takeout, and refusing to answer the door. When this fails to cure her broken heart and bruised ego, she reluctantly allows her new friends to intervene.

When Adrian's 4 y/o nephew, Jules, is abducted by Adrian's brother Tazz - leader of a motorcycle gang - it is up to Clint and the boys to get him back, by any means necessary. Guilty of beating Jules' mother to death, both Tazz and his right-hand-man, Blade, will not receive the mercy of a bullet to the brain, but rather be checked into the infamous "Guest Chamber" where the punishment always fits the crime and, at times...exceeds it.

Putting On Christ is a road map of our heroic journey to spiritual rebirth, also referenced in the holy writ as “the gate” that leads to eternal life. This gate is the first comforter which is received and initiated through a “baptism of fire” and the manifestation of the Lord’s spirit. The Savior said, “Strive to enter in at the strait gate: For many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able” (Luke 13:24). For the true seeker and truth seeker, Putting On Christ may prove a valuable guide for the journey.

Candle magic is the simplest and most powerful forms of magic, used by both beginners and long-term magic users. Candle magic focuses the power of your will and harnesses it to the energy of fire to manifest your desires in the physical world. You can use the practical spells in this book to tap into your inner power, seize control of your destiny, and improve your life forever.

A powerful look at an unforgettable era in history “If we take these children, we can never betray them, no matter what the Nazis do.” During the German occupation of France, twenty French children were brought to a refuge in the mountains. One day a young man came to their school with a...

From Buffett to Bono, here is how todays leading philanthropists are revolutionizing the field, using new methods to have a vastly greater impact on the world.For philanthropists of the past, charity was often a matter of simply giving money away. For the philanthrocapitaliststhe new generation of billionaires who are reshaping the way they giveits like business.

Is the gift of tongues for today? Does God want me to have the gift of tongues? Should I ask for the gift of tongues? Believers have asked these questions and many others about this debated and mysterious spiritual gift. Offering fresh biblical insight, Robert Henderson has written an essential guide that helps believers understand and discover the power of tongues to remove limits and establish a renewed relationship with God transcending the natural realm.

Someone is murdering the retired ladies of the lunch club. Jack McCall, ably assisted by Nora Burke and Max Logan, is hired by the governor - the brother of one of the victims. At the start, it seems a cushy job: nice weather, good pay, and an attractive Florida State cop is assigned to assist Jack. But in typical Jack McCall fashion, this murder case quickly turns screwy.

The Chosen Vessel Church is a Christ-centered church located in Fort Worth, Texas, led by Senior Pastor Bishop Marvin L. Sapp. Our ministry is rooted in the Bible and focused on helping people from all backgrounds honor and glorify Jesus Christ.Through worship, teaching, and community, we strive to create a welcoming environment where faith can grow and lives can be transformed. These messages are shared to help you stay connected and encouraged wherever you are. Visit us online at www.thechosenvessel.org

God Speaks - To Me, Through Me, For Me is hosted by Pastor J.A. Rhodes of Rehoboth House of Praise located in Queens, NY. Visit RehobothHouseOfPraise.org to learn about the ministry and support the program.

The Crime Writers’ Association Historical Dagger Winning Author Tuscany. Winter, 1540. Travelling north into the hills above Florence, investigator Cesare Aldo seeks answers about his past. The trail leads him to Ospedale de’ Pazzi, a secure institution for the criminally insane. Soon after...

Afraid for both Alec and those who encounter him, Frank purchases an old farmhouse and takes Alec away from the city. Just as they are settling in and Frank is beginning to experience a sense of peace—a new potential threat arises in the form of a hostile neighbor, whose brother just happens to be the town sheriff. When Alec makes bold and damaging accusations against their neighbor, insisting he is abusing his wife and young son, Frank feels his hope for a peaceful existence begin to slip away.

Eleven years ago General Whittaker, long retired, former member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, bought an alibi for his grandson who had been arrested for the murder of his fiancée, Ileana Corrigan, and the general’s unborn great grandson. The charges were soon dropped and the grandson released. General Whittaker is now dying, and he can no longer restrain his doubts. The question that has haunted him all these years must be answered. Did his money save his innocent grandson or cheat justice?

In this indispensable volume, one of America's ranking scholars combines a life's work of research and teaching with the art of lively narration. Both authoritative and beautifully told, The Middle Ages is the full story of the thousand years between the fall of Rome and the Renaissance - a time that saw the rise of kings and emperors, the flowering of knighthood, the development of Europe, the increasing power of the Catholic Church, and the advent of the middle class.

"If war spares me," wrote Vera Brittain to her brother, Edward, in 1916, "it will be my one aim to immortalise in a book the story of us four." Seventeen years later, Vera was to achieve her aim with the acclaimed Testament of Youth. This series of letters was the inspiration behind Testament. Written between Vera; her brother; her fiancé, Roland Leighton; and their two best friends, Victor Richardson and Geoffrey Thurlow, they give a unique perspective on the most horrifying conflict the world has ever seen.

Sarah Quilliam (“Quill”) and her sister Meg are in deep financial trouble. Unable to pay bills and overhead on their beloved Inn at Hemlock Falls, they’re relieved when five women who call themselves the Crafty Ladies book several days at the Inn. The local crafts fair and wineries, Quill and Meg hope, will bring in more tourists. When a guest at the Inn is murdered, and then a second body is found, both corpses with a triangle nearby, Quill sets out to unravel the motives and find the killer.

Fleeing from the rising tide on a distant planet, the Doctor and his friends are attacked by a swarm of what appear to be tiny insects. Wracked by hallucinations, Jamie is transported back to his home in the Highlands whilst Victoria sees her late father. The travellers meet the survivors of Elysian Fields, a travelling hospital that offers patients a choice between the Blade of Longing and the Angel of Forgetting. When next the spaceship lands, the TARDIS crew are offered the chance of a lifetime.

Welcome to "An Ordinary Man," hosted by Jim Wining, Bishop and President of Acts Ministry, Inc.. In each episode, Jim brings a "Common Sense Christian" perspective to the most pressing worldwide events and circumstances of our time. Through the lens of faith and reason, this show explores how we can navigate complex modern issues while staying grounded in foundational truths. As part of the vision of Acts Ministry, "An Ordinary Man" seeks to foster believer unity through a mission of "Unity, in Christ, through The Holy Spirit". Join us in Doing the Right Thing Wherever Needed

Thinking of losing someone you love can be unbearable. Understandably, it is hard at times and impossible to think that your loved one's time here with you is ending. Professionally and personally, I have sat with the dying. And held a safe space for the living to grieve. My dad became very ill when I was in preschool and died when I was a teenager. His lifetime illness and other circumstances led me to work in the field of grief and loss for the past twenty-nine years.

Oh, For the Love of Art is a podcast hosted by artist Sam Bishop, featuring casual and insightful interviews with creators from various mediums, exploring their personal journeys, inspirations, challenges, and the role of art in their lives. Throughout it's interviews it delves into topics ranging from creative processes and cultural influences to balancing art with everyday realities. The show aims to celebrate art's beauty and human connection while offering encouragement to aspiring artists.