The centre of gravity of contemporary Christianity has shifted to the southern hemisphere where, with the exception of Latin America, almost all Christians are minorities in their home countries. Christians in Asia live amongst Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Shamanist or Taoist majorities and this context shapes the local Christian theology. The same is true in Africa where traditional religions and beliefs influence African Christians. Central to this change in both Africa and Asia is the creat...

Unveil a tantalizing Victorian love story in Whispers of Silk. When museum curator Elise Harper discovers a hidden journal filled with forbidden passion, she teams up with enigmatic art restorer Julian Voss to unravel its secrets. Their smoldering chemistry mirrors the journal's scandalous romance, but a rival curator and a hidden heir threaten to destroy their discovery-and their hearts. Set against a backdrop of museum intrigue and historical mystery, this sensual tale weaves desire, bet...

Unlock the secret to resilience and transform your life with "Mastering Mental Toughness: Practical Strategies for Daily Resilience." In a world filled with constant change and challenges, mental toughness is your key to navigating life's ups and downs with confidence and grace.This comprehensive guide takes you on a transformative journey through ten powerful chapters designed to build your inner strength and equip you with practical strategies to enhance your mental toughness. Fr...

In many cases, if not most, people that are prophetically inclined are most likely eccentric. They are peculiar. Which means their behavior is just strange. Prophets are born with the mantle, but at the same time, grace selects them. Even if you do not carry the mantle, you can still become powerful and effective in the prophecy gift. I have seen many with the gift of prophecy operating much more potent than those with the mantle. They desired strong enough for it and availed themselves to...

"I want to recommend this book to everyone."—Jen Wang, author of Ash’s CabinPoignant and empathic, Rhiannon is a coming-of-age graphic novel in the vein of This One Summer.Ever since she was little, Rhiannon has lived with her aunt in a sleepy, sun-drenched trailer park called the Golden Canyon Retirement Community. Growing up among senior citizens, Rhia is usually the only...

The classic guide to bringing out the best in people at their worst—fully updated for a world that’s meaner, nastier, and more polarized than everToday, new technologies, the increased role of social media, and the ubiquity of remote work have resulted in more polarized workplaces, the breakdown of social mores, and downright rude behavior. These days, it seems like there are more people we can’t stand—not fewer—and, too often, if we aren’t yelling at each other, w...

Beyond Fear: Embracing Power, Love, and a Sound Mind.Discover the transformative power of God's spirit with "Beyond Fear." Drawing from 2 Timothy 1:7, this inspiring guide will help you overcome fear and live boldly with divine power, unconditional love, and a sound mind. Through practical steps, biblical insights, and heartfelt prayers, you'll learn to navigate life's challenges with confidence and grace. Embark on a journey to break free from fear, embrace your true identity in C...

In A Critical Companion to Wes Craven, contributors use a variety of theoretical frameworks to analyze distinct areas of Craven’s work, including ecology, auteurism, philosophy, queer studies, and trauma. This book covers both the successes and failures contained in Craven’s extensive filmography, ultimately revealing a variegated portrait of his career. Scholars of film studies, horror, and ecology will find this book particularly interesting.

The business environment is a fundamental subject in any Business Studies degree course. This new, student-friendly book divides the subject into the internal and external environment and, where relevant, discusses the interface between the two. It is written with the outward-looking student in mind and, as a result, encourages readers to reflect on what they have read and to consolidate their learning through regular self-testing exercises and discussion points. The text contains highly r...

Embrace Your Prophetic Journey: Understanding the Gift and Call.Are you drawn to the mysterious and powerful world of prophecy? Do you feel an inner call but are unsure how to respond? "Embrace Your Prophetic Journey" is the essential guide for anyone seeking to understand and harness the extraordinary gift of prophecy.Prophets are often seen as eccentric and peculiar, set apart by their unique behaviors and divinely bestowed mantles. Yet, you don't have to be born with thi...

The classic guide to bringing out the best in people at their worst—updated with even more can’t-standable people!Dealing with People You Can’t Stand has been helping good people deal with bad behavior in a positive, professional way for nearly two decades.Unfortunately, as the world becomes smaller and time more compressed, new difficult people are being made all the time. So Kirschner and Brinkman have updated their global bestseller to help you ...

Religious beliefs and practices have shaped human civilization across various dimensions, including politics, ethics, social norms, and intellectual discourse for thousands of years. However, in recent years, there has been a notable shift, particularly among millennials and younger generations, who are leaving religion in record numbers. This demographic shift is reflective of broader cultural and social changes, including increased access to information, a growing emphasis on individuali...