Why do I exist? The answer to that question has led many to feelings of depression, hopelessness, and, in some cases, suicide. For years I thought people did not know the love others had for them and I set out to remedy the problem by giving more of myself in hopes they would realize their worth. The missing ingredient, however, was not love - it was purpose. Humans are not accidents or some coincidence of evolution. We are products of divine design. Our quest is to find our purpose and fu...

The period since the outbreak of the financial, economic and social crises in Europe has witnessed a renewed focus on the need to develop a more sustainable and qualitative growth model. A model where the traditional focus on economic growth (i.e. GDP growth) is complemented by an adherence to a wider range of qualitative indicators. Indicators which more broadly characterise the well-being of society as a whole. This paper defines a model for Sustainable and Qualitative Growth (SQG) in th...

This book investigates the changing patterns of labour market and unemployment policies in EU member states during the period since fiscal austerity took hold in 2010 during the deepest postwar recession in Europe.Looking at the big European picture, do we see a convergence or a divergence in labour market and unemployment policy trends and outputs? Has labour market insecurity increased or decreased and can these changes be associated with the observed changes in labour market pol...

This book – based on a research project carried out by the Observatoire Social Européen asbl, with the financial support of the European Trade Union Institute (ETUI) – looks at the most recent developments in pension policy and politics in Europe and advances our understanding of the field in three respects: firstly, it contributes to improve our knowledge of the most recent reform wave passed in the wake of the recent economic and financial crisis; secondly, it assesses the long-term fina...

A Unique, Relational Way for Women to Read the Bible in a YearMany women feel overwhelmed at the thought of reading the Bible in a year. Diane Stortz found that it is not only possible but life-changing. Her journey from initial reluctance to excitement about reading the Bible will inspire readers to try it for themselves.Part of a women's group that read through the Bible each year for ten years, the author discovered the value of reading the Bible to get to know God bette...

Fasting is a key to successful Christian living. It is found throughout the Bible, yet it has been largely set aside by the church. Discover how to release the power of prayer and fasting. This power is immeasurable when fasting is practiced with right motives and in accordance with the principles of Scripture.

In Holiness, Truth, and the Presence of God, Francis Frangipane takes you on a journey toward true holiness that leads you into the presence of God. It is a path full of life and death, perils and blessings. It is a path upon which you will be challenged, empowered, and provoked. But you will not be disappointed.Like the teachings of Jesus, this book strikes hard at pride and self-righteousness. The author's warm, compassionate style draws you in and helps you to recognize ...

The Christian life isn't very complicated; but we've made it so through our ignorance of principles central to the Christian walk. There are some basics with which people need to be equipped to live a more victorious Christian life. Tony Evans has heard the people's cry for these sometimes difficult principles to be made simple and explained clearly and succinctly. In his new Tony Evans Speaks Out . . . booklet series, Evans tackles four basic elements of Christianity with a clari...

With readings taken directly from Scripture, The Easter Story from The Family Reading Bible provides you with a family-friendly resource that will equip you to lead your children from the scriptural promises of the Old Testament to the fulfillment of the Easter story. This unique seasonal eBook is the perfect tool to help kids of all ages to understand and embrace the story of Christ's death and glorious resurrection. The Easter Story also provides a sample of one of the three reading trac...

***Prayers to My King***is a beautiful gift book created to help women connect intimately with their God. Where the first book in the His Princess™ series reminded us that we are loved intimately and unconditionally by our King, this second book helps us express our deepest thoughts, desires, fears and failures by emulating King David in the Psalms and crying out to God through prayer. Christian women will gain a personal, dynamic prayer life.You want to feel God’s presence… embrac...

Discover biblical wisdom and encouragement for whatever life throws at you.Life doesn't always work according to plan. So how do we keep moving forward with a positive attitude, hope, and a spirit of joy in spite of the bumps along the way? The NLT Bible Promise Book for Men is filled with God's promises, helping you make sense of today's challenges, giving you a confident peace, and offering security amidst confusing and chaotic circumstances. When you ha...

The Bible says fear of the Lord is the “beginning of wisdom” (Psalm 111:10) and the “beginning of knowledge” (Proverbs 1:7). Proverbs 14:27 even calls it a “fountain of life”! But do people really understand what is meant by the “fear of the Lord”?Drastically different from the frightful trembling we feel in response to a threatening person or dangerous situation, the “fear of the Lord” is a deep sense of reverence and awe of the One who ...