In 2 Timothy and Titus, Paul passes on profound wisdom to two of his most trusted co-workers who are facing many difficult challenges. This commentary provides an exposition of the message of these two books, which is relevant to many theological and pastoral situations faced by Asian church communities today. Along with the detailed commentary, the authors provide reflections on various topics relating to the gospel, the Bible’s authority, Christian life, leadership, and governing authori...

1 Timothy shows how Christians can live in harmony and with integrity in a society of people with differing religious and cultural beliefs and values. This commentary provides an exposition of 1 Timothy’s message, which is relevant to many theological and pastoral situations faced by Asian church communities today. Along with the detailed commentary, the authors provide cultural reflections on various topics surrounding church, government, and society. The Asia Bible Commentary Series empo...

When Hazel Johnson and Mari McCray met at church bingo in 1963, it was love at first sight. Forced apart by their families and society, Hazel and Mari reunite decades later at a church bingo hallÑand what these grandmothers do next takes absolute strength and courage. This Jackpot Edition contains over FIFTY PAGES of bonus material, including the talents of MARGUERITE BENNETT (Batwoman) and newcomer BEVERLY JOHNSON, SHAWN PRYOR (Cash and Carrie) and PAULINA GANUCHEAU (Zodiac Starforce), aw...

When you feel sad, do you reach for the cookie jar? If you're bored, do you munch on potato chips? If you're worried, do you make yourself feel better with a bowl of ice cream? Lots of people turn to food to help them cope with their feelings. The problem with that, though, is that when we eat too much, we gain weight. Around the world, more people are overweight than ever before. It's a big health problem. And that's one reason you should be sure you're eating because you're truly hungry—...

Parents and teachers can help young people understand the complex world of money and finance—and give them a head start in establishing good financial habits. This guide offers parents and educators resources and discussion topics for materials covered in The Junior Library of Money.

Credit is essentially borrowed money. When you use a credit card or take out a loan, you are agreeing that you will borrow money now and pay it back later. Learn all this and more in Understanding Credit.

Find out what it takes to be a nurse with character... Nurses work in many settings, including: •Hospitals; •Clinics; •Medical centers; •Nursing homes; •Schools; and •Private homes. These professionals need strong backgrounds in science, psychology, and math. They also need the right personality for the job and the right character. Nurses need to demonstrate: Integrity by dealing honestly with patients... Respect and compassion by aiding those who are sick or in pain... And courage to face...

Concise yet comprehensive, Clinical Biochemistry Lecture Notes contains all the essential information for students and foundation doctors to understand the biochemical basis of disease and principles of biochemical diagnostics. It presents scientific principles in a clinical setting, with a range of case studies integrated into the text to clearly demonstrate how knowledge should be applied to real-life situations.Key features include:• The fundamental science under...

Nominated for the International Thriller Award for Best Audiobook!A twist-filled psychological and domestic thriller packed with family secrets, shocking twists, and suspense, following a woman who protects her stepson from a murder accusation only to discover deadly secrets in her home, perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Alice Feeney, and Lisa Jewell.She turned her husband’s betrayal into a second chance. Now, it might cost her everythin...

A gripping psychological thriller about a long-missing woman who returns home after two decades—only to uncover chilling family secrets and realize she may never have been wanted back, perfect for fans of Freida McFadden and Noelle Ihli.Twenty years ago, seven-year-old Charmaine Tillman vanished without a trace from a crowded school fair. Her disappearance shattered her family, destroyed her father, and turned her mother into a relentless force in the public eye. H...

Maybe you've heard the statistics about children growing up in single-parent families. According to a lot of the research, these kids are more likely to struggle in school, have difficulties with the law, and deal with drug and alcohol abuse-along with other problems. But does growing up with a single parent have to mean these things will happen? Are these children going to lead worse lives than those with two parents? This book tells the stories of several single-parent families, their st...

Dorrie Carpenter's dreams lay shattered. Thrilled at the opportunity to work near Liam, the love of her life, Dorrie has accepted a teaching position in a school for troubled children in upstate New York. In time, however, Dorrie finds herself in more and more difficulty. Not only does she struggle to maintain order in her classroom, but she discovers some unpleasant facts about Liam. And then Alex MacIntyre keeps turning up at the wrong time. Yet Dorrie is desperate to please Liam and be ...