During our entire earthly life, we are faced with a constant barrage of situations requiring decisions—some small and some gigantic. The way they are resolved shapes who we become. Each decision can have either a positive or negative result on our life depending on how we decide which path we want to take in the challenge of decision making.Through sermonettes, illustrations, and prayers, Rev. Goode demonstrates how God and satan are both available to influence decisions but with r...

In our earthly journey, as we confront the complexities of daily living and snares of Satan's temptations, the vast majority of people seek, among other things, peace and tranquility. In this search, the seeker must decide on one of two avenues of travel.I can get it done by myself. I have all I need to reach this goal and defeat the evil forces.The guidance, wisdom, and strength needed can readily be found in trusting God, having faith in God's presence through the...

Portland, Oregon, is often cited as one of the most livable cities in the United States and a model for "smart growth." At the same time, critics deride it as a victim of heavy-handed planning and point to its skyrocketing housing costs as a clear sign of good intentions gone awry. Which side is right? Does Portland deserve the accolades it has received, or has hype overshadowed the real story?In The Portland Edge, leading urban scholars who have lived in and studied the region pre...

She left town to save a life. Now she’s back to avenge a death.Years ago, Samantha Goode was driven away from love, her family, and her past. Now the Texas Ranger is back in Crystal Creek for her estranged grandmother’s funeral, even though it means coming face to face with everything, and everyone, she’d left behind. Whena brutal murder shatters her world, Sam is determined to stay until she solves it. Soon she’s knee-deep in suspects, including the family of the ...

Samantha Goode's new case hits too close to homeTexas Ranger Samantha Goode never backs down from a fight, especially one right outside her door. Settling into small town life after a long absence, she’s focused on second chances – for herself, for the town, and her renewed relationship with rancher Clay Barnett. But when a dead woman is found on her best friend’s property, Sam’s investigation threatens her fresh start as the residents of Crystal Creek come under s...

An innovative guide to how great nonprofits achieve extraordinary social impact. What makes great nonprofits great? Authors Crutchfield and McLeod Grant searched for the answer over several years, employing a rigorous research methodology which derived from books on for-profits like Built to Last. They studied 12 nonprofits that have achieved extraordinary levels of impact—from Habitat for Humanity to the Heritage Foundation—and distilled six counterintuitive practices that these ...

An updated edition of a groundbreaking book on best practices for nonprofitsWhat makes great nonprofits great? In the original book, authors Crutchfield and McLeod Grant employed a rigorous research methodology derived from for-profit books like Built to Last. They studied 12 nonprofits that have achieved extraordinary levels of impact—from Habitat for Humanity to the Heritage Foundation—and distilled six counterintuitive practices that these organizations...

Part story book, part practice book, all parts fun! Children will learn about good manners -- and how to tell time -- with this colorful, engaging book.They'll spend the day with Torie, Tad, Tessa and Tyler and discover how it's time for good manners all day long. And then they'll get the chance to practice telling time -- all while enjoying the cute clock designs, and without realizing they're learning!

“Good for evil" is an ancient Victorian era, Novel story book written by Madeline Leslie. The masterpiece amazing story, which is ready within the Victorian era, follows the tale of Clara Talbot, a young girl of profound perception who endures many varieties of issues and tribulations as she struggles to uphold her Christianbeliefs inside the face of opposition. As Clara faces disturbing conditions in existence, inclusive of betrayal, loss, and enticement, readers are drawn into a wonderfu...

"[A] new literary genre, the MBA Memoir . . . Delivers 97 pearls of warmth, wit and wisdom from the most inspirational entrepreneur I have ever met." —Frances Edmonds, bestselling author of Repotting Your LifeCalled the "Queen of Beauty" and the most influential lone woman to impact the beauty industry since Estée Lauder by the New York Times, Leslie Blodgett's story is anything but ordinary. As the CEO of BareMinerals, she reinvented how beauty w...

The go-to guide to cooking and eating for better mental health.Revolutionize your personal cooking and eating habits for optimal energy, health, and emotional well-being. This book of mood-savvy tips, tools, and delicious recipes guides you step by step through all the essentials. It features dozens of easy-to-understand graphics, lists, and charts to help prioritize choices for maximum benefit.Learn how to: Assess your unique digestive style and nutritiona...

A New York Times Notable Book of 2023A New York Times Books Review Best Romances of 2023 pick • Apple Books’ Best Books of the Month • Amazon Best Books of the Month Editor’s Pick, Romance • An NPR “Books We Love” • Library Journal Romance Pick of the Month • LibraryReads Hall of Fame: June 2023 • Publishers Weekly Best Romances of 2023Casey McQuiston meets The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo in this mid-cen...