As a Mere Breath: Short Stories by Markus McDowell is a compelling and thought-provoking collection that delves into the intricate tapestry of human experience, resilience, and redemption. Nine evocative tales offer a unique lens on life's challenges and triumphs. Drawing inspiration from Psalm 39:5, which reflects on the fleeting nature of existence, the book opens with the haunting "Fishhooks," a metaphorical exploration of being ensnared by life's burdens, followed by stories l...

Dive into The Sky Over Chaos, a captivating collection of short stories that explores the human condition through a lens of raw emotion, resilience, and unexpected twists.This anthology weaves nine distinct tales, each a poignant exploration of life's challenges and triumphs. From the heart-wrenching loss of a family in "Three Days" to the disorienting unraveling of reality in "Turn and Face the Change," McDowell's storytelling grips readers with its vivid imagery and psyc...

A sample collection of previously published short stories that will entertain and perhaps disturb you. Author Markus McDowell explores his favorite themes about of life, death, suffering, and chaos. His characters find themselves in such chaotic situations…how would you respond?

There are hundreds of passages about prayer in the Bible: teachings about prayer, mentions of prayer, and, of course, actual prayers. These are excellent resources for learning about the types of prayers, styles, content, when and where, and so much more. This series, Praying Through the Bible, examines each instance of a prayer passage, looking at the historical and cultural background and the context, the meaning of the prayer, and then offering a brief idea of how it might be used as a ...

Enriching Your Prayers is a key companion to McDowell’s expansive project, Praying Through the Bible. With the goal of studying every prayer in the Bible, this series explores Biblical prayer in their original contexts and then draws meaning from them for the purpose of expanding and enriching our own prayer practice. This book delves into each of the nine prayer types found in the Bible, studying their structure, content, and purpose, with examples of each. The latter part of the...

In 2019, Pate Williamson is homeless, broke, and out of options. Until a stranger in a Bentley offers him a way out: a year of his life, in exchange for one million dollars, no questions asked. All he has to do is volunteer for a genetic research program in Vienna. He tells himself it's just science.Thirteen years later, in 2032, a twelve-year-old boy named Salim is walking home from an ordinary evening with his parents when three men in black take him from his own front hallway. M...

This preliminary study explores the concept and practice of prayer found in the writings of six major Stoic philosophers from the ancient world: Zeno, Cleanthes, Chrysippus, Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius. Placing these writers in their context within the evolution of Stoic philosophy, and in their socio-religious and historical context, McDowell then characterizes the nature, purpose, and practices of Stoic prayer.A brief comparison with prayer from the New Testament close...

VisuaLaw Study Guide Vol 1: Introduction to Common Law is a three-part study aid for UK law students to help prepare for exams. The book contains three sections: Outlines, Diagrams, and Exam Study Sheets.Outlines are detailed outlines of the course material, arranged by topic.Diagrams are perfect companions to the Outlines, containing flow charts, diagrams, and other visual aids for each topic.Exam Study Sheets are condensed outlines, perfect for getting the 'big pi...

Jurisprudence: Outlines, Diagrams, and Study Sheets is a collection of outlines and diagrams as an aid to the study of Jurisprudence and Legal Theory. Designed to help you get the big picture of the theories, jurists, and philosophical and historical background of the subject. Use the diagrams to see an overall picture of each subtopic before you begin reading your texts, to organize your notes, and to review and revise. Prepare for your exams by using them to test your knowledge ...

Embark on an enthralling journey through the Roman Empire with Onesimus, a masterful work of historical fiction rooted in deep research.This novel reimagines the life of Onesimus, a disillusioned slave who steals from his master, Philemon, and seeks a better life for himself beyond slavery. Set against the vivid tapestry of Roman society—spanning the quiet valleys of Colossae to the bustling heart of Rome—McDowell weaves a narrative rich with historical detail, exploring t...

A captivating historical fiction saga that traces the indomitable spirit of "Desert" Steve Ragsdale, a man who helped shape the American West.In 1921, after losing his Kansas cotton farm to an inability to pay the taxes, Steve ventures into California's desert with a bold vision. Defying a harsh land and no roads except ruts in the sands, he founds the town of Desert Center—a beacon of resilience amid heat and hardship. From his early days in Coffeyville, Kansas, confronting outlaw...

Dive into So Deep in Shadow, a captivating collection of short stories inspired by the multifaceted nature of the word "so." This anthology explores human resilience, chaos, and hope through ten evocative tales.From a mysterious fog engulfing a city in "So Dense" to the chilling debut of the guillotine in "So Humane," and the deceptive kindness in "So Kind," each story delves into the complexities of the human condition. Other narratives, like "So Long," born from a haunti...