Why does God lift Jacob into preeminence after he wrestles God to retain his ill-gotten blessing—and wins? Peter experiences similar preeminence in the New Covenant. Only these two in Scripture receive complete name changes (Abraham/Sarah, partial). Jacob doesn’t become someone who “is chosen or loved by God,” but “wrestles with God.” And why the common theme of “rocks”? All coincidence? Absolutely not—this is a game-changer.As Gorsuch explores the deeper mysteries of faith and

‘A chilling, unnerving, and timely debut’ Katharine McGee, New York Times bestselling author of The Thousandth FloorIn a world where every word is copyrighted, one girl would rather remain silent than pay to speakSpeth has been raised to know the consequences of falling into debt, and can't begin to imagine the pain of having her eyes shocked for speaking words that she's unable to afford.But when Speth's friend Beecher commits sui...

Self-care is a powerful, evidence-based medicine for the mind.Mental health is the driving force behind every decision we make—how we live, work, and love. Many of us suffer from depression and anxiety, which impede our choices and quality of life, and despite the proliferation of prescription drugs, the numbers are growing across the globe. But there is another, proven way to achieve mental wellness, beyond antidepressants and talk therapy. Practicing psychiatrist...

In retrospect, Karl Barth conceded that "everything which needs to be said, considered, and believed about God the Father and God the Son . . . might be shown and illuminated in its foundation through God the Holy Spirit." Nevertheless, he refrained from doing so because it was "still too difficult to distinguish between God's Spirit and man's spirit," and so it was--then. However, the late twentieth-century explosion in various disciplines of thought now provides greater discernment betwe...

In a world where every word and gesture is copyrighted, patented or trademarked, one girl elects to remain silent rather than pay to speak, and her defiant and unexpected silence threatens to unravel the very fabric of society.Speth Jime is anxious to deliver her Last Day speech and celebrate her transition into adulthood. The moment she turns fifteen, Speth must pay for every word she speaks (“Sorry” is a flat ten dollars and a legal admission of guilt), for every...

The legend of “Onionhead” appears in many sources around the world. This legend has an international reach, and not just as a tale about a man, but about a community overcome by superstition and blind fear. Consistently, articles in other countries specify Slidell as the source of this legend. There are minor variances in articles from country to country. Yet, almost all agree that these events occurred in Slidell, Louisiana, USA.This book is based on that legend.

About the BookRico, Rocky, and Rocco are three little raccoon brothers who love to go on adventures. From their cozy tree house, their Mama always keeps a close eye on them, but sometimes these little brothers get into mischief. Down by the creek, Rico, Rocky, and Rocco spy a sleeping fisherman and next to him…a basket full of fish! Sneaky Rico decides they should take the fish for themselves, but when Mama sees what her sons have done, she is certainly not happy!About the A...

The integration of AI into education is reshaping how students learn, and educators teach, offering unprecedented opportunities for personalization and engagement. As AI tools become more advanced and widespread, addressing their ethical, societal, and pedagogical implications is essential to ensure equitable and responsible use. Establishing clear frameworks and models helps mitigate risks, fostering environments where AI enhances learning rather than creating disparities. By critically e...

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In this gripping sequel to All Rights Reserved**, Speth Jime has freed her home of Portland from the oppressive system that forced everyone to pay for every word they spoke. Now she will discover the cost of that freedom, and the devastating secrets of the world beyond her dome.**On the day she went silent, Speth never meant for anyone to follow her lead—or to start a rebellion of Silents. But after taking down the tyrant Silas Rog and fre...

When every word has a price, her silence could spark a revolution.In a world where every word and gesture is copyrighted, patented or trademarked, one girl elects to remain silent rather than pay to speak, and her defiant and unexpected silence threatens to unravel the very fabric of society.In a world where every word and gesture is copyrighted, patented or trademarked, one girl elects to remain silent rather than pay to speak, and her defiant and unexpected silence threat...

Achieve Anything is a life-changing book that helps you see how you can master your mindset, take action now and develop the critical habits that will help you deliver mind blowing results with anything you dare to achieve. This essential how-to guide is for all of you ready-to-roll'ers and tired-triers of the world who would love a fast and simple solution to start achieving more, from your regular day-to-day to-do's to your wildest dreams!