The story of Anton Dilger brings to life a missing chapter in U.S. history and shows, dramatically, that the Great European War was in fact being fought on the home front years before we formally joined it. The doctor who grew anthrax and other bacteria in that rented house was an American -- the son of a Medal of Honor winner who fought at Gettysburg -- on a secret mission, for the German Army in 1915. The Fourth Horseman tells the startling story of that mission led by a brillia...

The story of Anton Dilger brings to life a missing chapter in U.S. history and shows, dramatically, that the Great European War was in fact being fought on the home front years before we formally joined it. The doctor who grew anthrax and other bacteria in that rented house was an American-the son of a Medal of Honor winner who fought at Gettysburg-on a secret mission, for the German Army in 1915. The Fourth Horseman tells the startling story of that mission led by a brilliant but...

Be encouraged and challenged in your spiritual walk with 90 short scripture readings and devotionals associated with:Mindfulness- of grace and righteousness through ChristThinking- hope and faith in ChristConcentration - truth and spiritual maturityEffort - patience and perseveranceConduct - kindness and generositySpeech - encouragement and humilityPerspective- compassion and integrityWork - service and goo...

A guide to more successful communication for the millions of Americans caring for someone with dementia: "Offers a fresh approach and hope. "—NPRRevolutionizing the way we perceive and live with Alzheimer's, Joanne Koenig Coste offers a practical approach to the emotional well-being of both patients and caregivers that emphasizes relating to patients in their own reality. Her accessible and comprehensive method, which she calls ha...

Gain scientific and theological insight into OCD!The Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Pastoral Care for the Road to Change delivers a provocative and stimulating discussion that is meant to inspire new areas of inquiry on this subject. As an OCD sufferer, pastoral counselor, mental health student, or professional, you will reach a new understanding of a complex condition that can destroy the day-to-day lives of its victims.The Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder explores the connection between rel...

The human life course is filled with and subject to a wide range of personal difficulties, many of which are shared by others. Life events and processes such as birth, childhood, training for and entering an occupation, marriage, and procreation, growing older, death and dying are all subject to dilemmas, obstacles, and barriers. Social Problems across the Life Course offers accessible readings that examine the societal construction of social problems out of the personal troubles that peop...

Volume 10 features Ezekiel, Daniel, Obadiah, Haggai, Zechariah, and Psalms. These writings cover the period of Israel and Judah's exile during the reign of Nebuchadnezzar II of Babylon through to King Cyrus of Persia's reign. King Cyrus decreed that Jews were permitted to return to Jerusalem to restore the temple, and to Judah.

Volume 3 features a portion or all of Acts, Philemon, Colossians, Ephesians, Philippians, 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus, 1 & 2 Peter, Hebrews, Jude, 1-3 John, and Revelation. It begins with Paul's trip to Rome, includes the Apostle John's exile to the island of Patmos, and closes with John's vision of the end times.

Volume 6 features portions or all of 1 & 2 Chronicles, 1 Kings, Song of Songs/Solomon, Proverbs, and Psalms. The primary focus is the reign of King Solomon. Find wisdom for daily living from Proverbs and the life of King Solomon.

Old Testament Readings & Devotionals, Volume 3 features Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Ruth, and a portion of 1 Samuel. Deuteronomy is a review of Israel's history and law prior to entering the Promised Land. Joshua, Moses' successor in the leadership of Israel, describes the challenges and triumphs of possessing the Promised Land. Judges is mainly a historical narrative that leads up to establishment of the monarchy in first Samuel. "The primary purpose of the book of Ruth is to highlight a...

Volume 4 features portions of 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles and Psalms. It describes the transition from Israel's rule by judges to the establishment and expansion of the monarchy. The major characters include the prophets Eli and Samuel, King Saul, and the early years of the future King David. Deepen your knowledge of God and grow your faith with bite-sized, chronological readings from the Bible, and guideposts from giants in the faith - Robert Hawker, Charles H. Spurgeon, and Octavius Winsl...

Volume 11 features Ezra, Esther, Nehemiah, Malachi, and a Psalm. After King Cyrus of Persia's decree to allow Israelites to return to Jerusalem, Ezra records the return of a remnant and rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem. The book of Esther covers part of King Ahasuerus of Persia's reign, and Queen Esther's saving of the Jewish people. Nehemiah, in his book, recounts the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall. The book of Malachi reminds us of God's covenant love for his people.