Table for Two is the redemptive, compelling, and personal journey of a husband and wife navigating the bondage of an eating disorder to find increased freedom because of God's grace and Word. Individuals suffering from an eating disorder—and loved ones walking alongside them—will find practical help, hope, and encouragement in David and Krista Dunham's story.Krista Dunham suffered from an eating disorder for over ten years and, by God's grace and through biblical counselin...

God designed husbands and wives to bring influence, strength, and purpose to their union. Biblical counselors Dave and Krista help spouses to understand their power, then use it for the other's flourishing.

This publication represents the ninth volume in an operational and chronological series covering the Marine Corps' participation in the Vietnam War. This particular volume details the final chapter in the Corps' involvement in South-East Asia, including chapters on Cambodia, the refugees, and the recovery of the container ship SS Mayaguez.Although largely written from the perspective of the III Marine Amphibious Force, this volume also describes the roles of the two joint commands o...

Examining globally invasive alien birds, the first part of this book provides an account of 32 global avian invasive species (as listed by the Invasive Species Specialist Group, ISSG). It acts as a one stop reference volume; it assesses current invasive status for each bird species, including details of physical description, diet, introduction and invasion pathways, breeding behaviour, natural habitat. It also looks at the environmental impact of each species, as well as current and future...

These twelve previously unpublished essays present innovative and practical ideas for addressing the harmful effects of sprawl. Sprawl is not only an ongoing focus of specialized magazines like Dwell; indeed, Time magazine has cited “recycling the suburbs” as the second of “Ten Ideas Changing the World Right Now.” While most conversations on sprawl tend to focus on its restriction, this book presents an overview of current thinking on ways to fix, repair, and retrofit exi...

More than five million adolescent girls struggle with eating dis-orders, and more than 80 percent of American women are unhappy with their bodies. Christie Pettit knows these statistics firsthand. As a college student with a tennis scholarship, she found herself eating less and less, compulsively exercising, and spiraling downward in a dangerous battle against anorexia. She was starving--but she didn't know it.Now with a two-color interior, Empty recounts Christie's gripping story,...

God has a plan and a purpose for every person's life--a divine destiny. Yet many people are stuck, arrested in their spiritual development, because of problems in their emotional development. In Healing Your Past, Releasing Your Future, readers will explore the developmental process that forms the human personality and discover the impact, both positive and negative, of trauma at each stage of development. They'll connect the dots between their childhood hurts and their adult "stu...

When someone we love dies, our whole world is knocked off balance. One of the most common and yet difficult feelings you experience is isolation. It seems no one understands what you are going through. And many of us are so busy, you dont take the time to fully grieve and, therefore, heal from your losses. It is very true that people who are grieving often feel extremely tired because the process of grieving usually requires physical and emotional energy. The grief you are feeling is not j...

It's a mad, mad world and rare is the person who gets through a single day without encountering an irritating, frustrating, or anger-producing situation. Deborah Pegues, author of the award-winning and bestselling 30 Days to Taming Your Tongue (more than 650,000 sold), is once again a voice of hope in this indispensable guide for dealing with short-term and long-term feelings of displeasure.Pegues reveals that anger is a secondary emotion. She uses biblical and modern-day s...

A quick reference guide of helpful hints and how-tos, covering all aspects of counseling, from common problems to procedure.

This life-changing book is perfect for those who have experienced trauma and for the pastors, leaders, and friends who want to help them. Find out biblical truths and practical advice on how to:Overcome the pain, anger, and fearDiscover your true value in ChristHeal the pain of the pastFoster positive relationshipsThis mini-book covers:Common forms of victimizationEmotional, mental,...

Sexual violation was not your choice, but recovery is.As a survivor of sexual trauma, you’ve likely experienced feelings of shame and confusion, and weakening of your faith and trust. It may feel like no one understands. And each day you’re simply trying to survive.But the reality is you are meant for much more than survival. You are born with the right to use the pain as a point of power and reclaim what was taken without permission—your true identity....