David VanDrunen’s Natural Law: A Short Companion outlines what Scripture teaches about natural law. Scripture never uses the term “natural law,” but it repeatedly refers to the reality of natural law or assumes its existence. The existence of natural law underlies what Scripture says about God’s own nature, the cosmic order, the image of God, human community, the gospel of Christ, and the final judgment. Moreover, the story of Scripture from the original creation to the new creati...

Jesus’s final command to his disciples at the Last Supper is a calling to an ethic of love. In Christian Ethics: A Short Companion, renowned ethicist Gilbert Meilaender makes the case that all Christian ethics are an outworking of this command to love one another.Meilaender accordingly lays out a vision for the spirit and structure of the Christian life, while drawing directly upon theologians from the early church to the Reformation to today. He begins by examining the co...

With the advent of advanced hand-held technology and the widespread nature of the Internet, the world of animated filmmaking is more exciting and accessible than ever. Due to this cultural and technological development, the success of independent animated film makers is on the rise. Independent Animation: Developing, Producing and Distributing Your Animated Films, Second Edition showcases some of the greatest, most innovative giants in the field and helps guide re...

"Environmental Monitoring Systems: Innovative Approaches and Technologies for Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection" delves into the critical role of monitoring systems in safeguarding our planet's ecosystems. As environmental challenges intensify, understanding the tools and technologies available for effective monitoring has never been more vital.This comprehensive guide explores a wide array of innovative approaches in environmental monitoring, co...

The Cricketers' Who's Who is the essential guide to the English cricket season, and is the must-read accompaniment for anyone interested in the English game, including fans, players and journalists. Produced by All Out Cricket in association with the Professional Cricketers' Association, 2018 marks the 39th edition of the English cricket bible. Now get it on your smartphone or tablet for easy reference at the match, watching TV or listening to Test Match Special.

Bionic boogers return in the seventh book in this #1 New York Times bestselling series by Dav Pilkey, the author and illustrator of Dog Man!George and Harold thought they were beyond boogers. Their new pet, Sulu the Bionic Hamster, had defeated the Bionic Booger Boy, and through the wonders of science, Melvin Sneedly had been brought back to normal (well, almost normal). It looked like their last adventure was actually going to have a happy ending... except for on...

Some of humankind's greatest tools have been forged in the research laboratory. Who could argue that medical advances like antibiotics, blood transfusions, and pacemakers have not improved the quality of people's lives? But with each new technological breakthrough there comes an array of consequences, at once predicted and unpredictable, beneficial and hazardous.Outcry over recent developments in the reproductive and genetic sciences has revealed deep fissures in society's percepti...

In Bioethics and Medicine: A Short Companion, C. Ben Mitchell challenges the prevailing view of bioethics as solely a matter of expert problem-solving. Instead, he argues that the ethics of medicine is deeply rooted in an ancient profession with a rich moral heritage. This heritage, embodied in the Hippocratic Oath and other foundational texts, guides the practice of medicine and is at risk of being eroded if not actively defended by Christians.Mitchell ex...

Southern Baptists are the nation's largest protestant denomination, with over 43,000 churches and millions of members. Since its inception, controversy has surrounded the Baptist Faith and Message 2000, Southern Baptists' most recent confession of faith. The present volume consists of essays by Baptist scholars explaining and defending that document. Each of the 18 articles of the BF&M 2000 is addressed, with special attention to the most critical issues and changes from the denomination's...

In recent years, there has been a surge in animated projects that have pushed boundaries, broken taboos, prompted discussions and wowed festival and online audiences alike through compelling storytelling and unmatched artistry.Join Ben Mitchell and Laura-Beth Cowley of Skwigly Online Animation Magazine and the Intimate Animation podcast as they take you on a tour of the landscape of contemporary animated films that deal with themes of love, intimacy, relationships, anatomy...

"Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI for Beginners: A Comprehensive Introduction to the Fundamentals, Practical Applications, and Future Trends of AI Technologies" is your essential guide to understanding the world of artificial intelligence. This book is designed specifically for newcomers to AI, offering a clear and engaging introduction to both foundational concepts and advanced topics in the field.Starting with the basics, the book provides a thorough overview of artifici...

Lovely Jan,With her radio, knee-high socks, and curls.In some ways she was different to other lovely girls.She had two wonky eyes that made things hard to see.If you held up two fingers, Jan most likely saw three!But Jan didn’t mind,Not one little bit,It made her ears better at listening to trumpets...