This edited collection considers the concept of power in the New Testament and early Christian writings.Ron Clark, Stanley N. Helton, Anne Moore, and their contributors contend that power in ancient Southwest Asia and North Africa was not only a desired commodity, but an important tool to navigate the historical honor/shame culture. The essays herein explore the positive uses of power to foster peace and shalom in Early Christian communities. Drawing from sociologic...

The teen years are critical. The decisions your child makes, the identity they form, and the faith they carry into adulthood are all taking shape right now. The question isn't whether someone will influence them. It's whether you'll be intentional about being one of those voices.Parenting with Purpose is a practical, faith-centered guide designed to help parents step confidently into that role — not alone, but in partnership with God.More than a book, it's a workin...

Stillwater will make you laugh, cry, and perhaps lead you to look at rocks, maps, volcanoes, and yourself in a different way. The story includes geology field experiences and adventures, field mapping, lots of hard science, romance, sex, and spirituality. Annie is a woman of passion for her career as a geologist and professor, her students, her family, and her faith. She finds her worldview, spirituality, and morality challenged as she struggles with an extramarital relationship with her o...

It is 1945 and the war is ending. Summer is upon ten-year-old Maggie Cooper, but she can’t completely look forward to it. Her mother died and things with her dad just aren’t the same. She just can’t seem to have any feelings for her baby sister. To top it all off her sister Dory follows her around wherever she goes. She has some bad times when Evelyn and her two kids show up. Maggie’s dad marries Evelyn after Maggie and her family knows her for less than a week. Evelyn moves her family in ...

This book offers an engaging look at the world of artist palettes, blending fascinating historical perspectives with practical guidance. You`ll explore the evolution of palettes through art history, while gaining valuable insights into choosing, and caring for your own. Packed with useful tips, tricks anecdotes and relatable stories, this guide is ideal for both inspiration and practical use—perfect for artists at any stage of their creative journey.

This book explores the often-overlooked skills that make a measurable difference in real world presentations—tools for handling unexpected questions, structuring clear messages, and engaging your audience effectively. Drawing on enduring principles from Aristotle and modern day strategies for today's communicators, this guide supports readers in refining their voice and delivering speeches with professionalism and impact.This guide provides a unique blended...