A novella length sci-fi story.Dr. Arixa Nez finally awakes from cryosleep. There's no time to waste. She immediately digs in to document the first story on Zona Galactica Incognita, or the "Far Side" of the galaxy, ten million light years away from earth...There's something not quite right at Falcon 7, a remote research ship on a distant solar system. Captain Gorinth has ordered most of the crew to leave the ship, for reasons unclear. With only a skeleton crew left to fend ...

A science fiction novella and prequel to the Far Side ChroniclesFar from Earth, a young Arixa Nez must solve a disturbing conspiracy while the largest spaceship in history is about to embark on its maiden voyage.

An exploration ship is torn apart in deep space. After crash landing on a nearby planet, the three survivors realize the local inhabitants have a mysterious history they could never have expected.For Jaci, Imani, and Petra, an incredible adventure of self-discovery awaits.But the cost will be unimaginable.

How does Christ meet, engage, change, challenge, dialogue, interact with, and bridge cultures? What is the role of the gospel in transforming ethics and culture? These daunting questions guide the present investigation about Evangelical Christianity in Brazil, the largest Catholic country in the world. This book critiques the quantitative and qualitative growth of Evangelical Christianity in Brazil and presents tools for studying the global south and other cultures. Indeed, sociocultural f...

Follow along on a journey with Corporal Roger Sanchez United States Marine Corps, a combat infantry Marine during the Vietnam War.A time in American history that divided a nation and a generation.The story is a journey from innocents, to the reality of the dark nature of man. It is written not as a historical account, but from an emotional and personal point of view, of the author.

This six-session Bible study on 1 Peter by Juan R. Sanchez Jr will inspire you to live with joy and hope in the face of hardships.Each session will draw you to look closely at the Bible text and apply it meaningfully to your everyday life. It includes questions that open up discussion, optional personal reflections and a concise Leader’s Guide.Flexible and easy to use, Good Book Guides are perfect for both groups and individuals.Features:Written by a t...

Discover the hidden legacy of eugenics and its enduring influence on modern policies and global society.Beginning with the origins of eugenics, Sánchez-Rivera traces the spread of eugenic ideas across different nations, revealing how they intersect with nationalism, populism and individual reproductive rights. Through a comprehensive exploration, this book uncovers how these intertwined legacies still shape our world today offering fresh insights into the subtle forces that define ...

Our culture is changing, and the church seems to be under increasing pressure.But these dangers are not new—and God’s word shows us how to meet them head on. In this book, discover how Jesus’ messages to seven first-century churches in Revelation 2 – 3 is his message to your church today too.Chapter by chapter, seasoned pastor Juan Sanchez opens up each Bible passage with warmth and clarity. He offers helpful historical details on circumstances faced by the early church, an...

Concise, Scripture-Centered Guide Addresses Common Questions about Diaconal Service in the ChurchMany new believers have questions about what it means to live as a Christian in the context of a local church, and pastors are looking for resources to pass along to their congregations to help them think biblically about the Christian life. Church Questions is a series by 9Marks that seeks to provide Christians with sound and accessible biblical teaching by answering c...

The 2016 election saw more Latino votes than the record voter turnout of the 2012 election. The essays in this volume provide a highly detailed analysis of the state and national impact Latino voters had in what will be remembered as one of the biggest surprises in presidential election history. Contrary to much commentary, Latino voters increased their participation rates in all states beyond the supposed peak levels that they attained in 2012. Moreover, they again displayed their overwhe...

In giving President Obama a record level of support (75 percent) and reaching a watershed 10 percent of the voting population, Latinos proved to be decisive in the 2012 election outcome—an unprecedented mark of influence for this segment of the wider electorate. This shift also signaled a radical reenvisioning of mobilization strategies by both parties and created a sea change in the way political organizations conduct outreach and engagement efforts. In this groundbreaking volume, experts...

"This book will prove to be a spiritual tonic for pastors." —Thomas R. SchreinerThis book offers pastors examples of long-term faithfulness in ministry and practical wisdom from veteran pastors for real-life issues.Attending to your personal spiritual life (Tim Keller)Leaving a church(D. A. Carson)Crafting sermons week after week(Bryan Chapell)Facing criticism(Dan Dorian...