Is there real help for the hurting people in our world? We think of the children in war, refugees adrift, patients without medicine, and those dying in droughts and floods. Lest we despair, Jesus announces that the Kingdom of God is near. This book defines the Kingdom anew and shows how it brings us hope even in the worst of circumstances. The Kingdom of God is bigger than we thought. When God was King there was liberation and enough to survive and thrive. Promises of the Kingdom's blessin...

Meals were an important part of Jesus' ministry. He ate with prostitutes and sinners. He told the story of a dinner where the poor and homeless received a special invitation. When the prodigal son came home, his return was celebrated with feasting. Jesus even made sure there was enough wine for a wedding banquet. To a skeptical audience he said that he was the very bread of life. Then he celebrated the Passover with its rich story of liberation and deliverance. It was there that he invited...

What would the Hebrew prophets say if they were alive today? They lived during a monumental change in the world system from city-states like Samaria and Judea to the imperial systems of Assyria and Babylon. What might they write in verse to the people of today’s nations who encounter the global invasions of communications, refugees and migrants, world trade, and climate change? Will pride in the nations and the military avert the catastrophes to come?Even though they were acutely a...

Robert Schmidt's love for music created the lyrics for "Thank You, God." When his daughter was born, he would play music to her on a toy xylophone piano. He soon found that he was playing the same tune. As he continued to play to her at bedtime, the words to the tune became the song "Thank You, God." His idea was for the song to become a book, but in prayer, the idea came for the song to be a coloring book to teach children about Jesus. The coloring book has a QR code that, when opened, wi...

Illustrious players cavort in the shark tank of investment advice. Are the different wishes and objectives of advisors, financial service providers, the state and clients compatible at all? And what exactly is investment advice? And which financial products suit whom? At the end of this approach to a taboo subject, a great deal of light is shed on the world of private finance, which is often surrounded by shadows. Many questions (including the title of the book) are answered. And - very im...

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This book is a lesson about how we should always strive to help others through life.

The untold story of the GI's who were used as pawns to draw the Germans away from the impending Normandy invasion. Written by the combat photographer who saw the action first hand and fought his way up the Italian landscape, into the cities and over the mountains with the Fifth Army. The photographs in this book, unless otherwise noted were taken by the author. Robert Schmidt died befor his book was completed but his son carried on the task of final editing because he knew how important it...

Discover the incredible journey of Phil Foden, a young football genius who grew up dreaming of greatness. From kicking a ball on the streets of Stockport to dazzling crowds in the Premier League, this book takes you through Foden's inspiring story. Follow his rise from Manchester City’s youth academy to becoming one of the brightest stars in world football. Learn about the challenges he faced, the hard work behind his success, and how his love for the game shaped his path to stardom. Perfe...

Politics is a dirty business and it gets even dirtier when billionaire Ronald Tripp covets the Republican Presidential nomination. The Ronalds first dirty deed is to take advantage of the wandering eye of the frontrunner, Senator Bill Flowers. Bills mistress is actually a porn star named Lola Fontaine and she was hired by The Ronald to blackmail Bill. When Bill drops out, Bills father, former Senator George Flowers Sr., has a revelation. Hell just insert his other son George Flowers, Jr. i...

The Author started this project at age 96, learning how to use a computer and how to write at that late date. It began upon the urging of his daughters as a memoir of what life was like in the U.S. 100 years ago for the benefit of his great grand-children, but it quickly became apparent that the writing was a voyage of self-discovery and for the Author's own benefit primarily: thus it became a full fledged autobiography.It was written without research or reference to journals or di...

Unlock the Secret to Helping Your Son Overcome AlcoholismAre you a mother struggling to help your son with his excessive drinking? This concise, no-nonsense guide offers real, tested advice that has transformed the lives of hundreds of severe alcoholics. Drawing from my 8+ years of sobriety and extensive experience in group and one-on-one counseling, therapy, AA, and more, this book is packed with practical strategies that work.Inspired by my Native American sponsor's unort...