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Author's Foreword:What! another book? Certainly, why not? Is there not more sin? Shall we not do all in our power to counteract it? We preach a sermon to a congregation of a few hundred, and a certain amount of good may be accomplished; but in preaching through a book we have a congregation of thousands. Hence, we take pleasure in adding to the number of books already in circulation.A goodly number of years ago the author was conducting revival services in a southern Iowa t...

Author's Preface:We send forth these pages with the prayer that all that meets the approval of Christ may be blest to the upbuilding of His Zion, and that all mistakes may be overruled and may not make any lasting impression upon the reader’s mind. If any one is disposed to seek for mistakes, we can save him the trouble of looking, for they are here, and one can generally find what he is looking for. So let the critical mind save itself time and labor by handing the book to some hu...

"The Palm Tree Blessing" by William Edward Shepard is a profound exploration of faith, resilience, and the human spirit. Through vivid imagery and poignant storytelling, Shepard invites readers to reflect on the blessings that life offers, even amidst challenges. The narrative weaves together personal anecdotes and universal truths, creating a tapestry of hope and inspiration. The palm tree, a symbol of strength and endurance, serves as a central motif, reminding us of the beauty that can ...

Author's Preface:This book, with its several hundred remarkable stories and curious things from the animal world, deals with animals from the tiny insect to the great mammoth. While it is especially adapted to the juveniles, yet it will be found very helpful to the adult as well. It will furnish a fund of illustration for the preacher and other public speakers. It is intended not only to give pleasure in reading, but it is a book of education, high morals, and frequent applications...

Author's Preface:Our apology for writing this book is, the people need it. We are placing it before the public, because we know its truths will be eye-openers along lines much neglected, yet greatly needed.We have endeavored to stick to the text, making the work to correspond with its title. We expect criticism, censure and possibly hatred from some sources; but we have the satisfaction, that we have written conscientiously and carefully, with the object in view to help in ...

Author's Introduction:Thou shalt not sow thy vineyard with divers seeds: lest the fruit of thy seed which thou hast sown, and the fruit of thy vineyard, be defiled. Thou shalt not plow with an ox and an ass together. Thou shalt not wear a garment of divers sorts, as of woolen and linen together. (Deut. 22:9-11.)A Treatise On Modern MixturesThe message that we wish to bring to the reader is the thought of a linsey-woolsey or mixed religion, The word linsey-woolsey wa...

In "The Palm Tree Blessing," William Edward Shepard intricately weaves a tale that explores themes of hope, resilience, and the human connection to nature. The narrative is marked by its lyrical prose and vivid imagery, immersing readers into a world where the palm tree symbolizes both refuge and renewal. As Shepard navigates the emotional landscapes of his characters, the book resonates with the timeless tradition of nature-driven storytelling, reminiscent of works by writers like Albert ...

Author's introduction:“The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree — Psalm 92:12.Wherever the Holy Spirit in the inspired Word has made any statement concerning anything, whether in regard to flowers, fruit, agriculture, horticulture, stock raising, minerals, earth, sea, sky, stars, science, religion, or what not, rest assured that statement is absolutely correct. There may be some statements which are hard to understand at first, but which may become perfectly clear whe...

Chapter 1 — IF WE SAY WE HAVE NO SINChapter 2 — THERE IS NONE RIGHTEOUSChapter 3 — FOR THERE IS NO MAN THAT SINNETH NOTChapter 4 — PAUL NOT PERFECTChapter 5 — JOB DISCLAIMING PERFECTIONChapter 6 — PAUL THE CHIEF OF SINNERSChapter 7 — I AM PURE FROM MY SINChapter 8 — THE SEVENTH CHAPTER OF ROMANSChapter 9 — PAUL’S THORN IN THE FLESHChapter 10 — THE STATEMENTS OF JOB’S COMFORTERSChapter 11 — THERE IS NONE GOOD BUT ONE

"Abraham Lincoln and the London Punch" offers a captivating exploration of the relationship between one of America's most revered presidents and the renowned British satirical magazine, Punch. This collection of essays and illustrations delves into the portrayal of Abraham Lincoln during his presidency, revealing how Punch's sharp wit and biting humor both commented on and shaped public perception of Lincoln amid the tumult of the Civil War. The literary style is characterized by a blend o...

Well known throughout the Islamic world as the foundational thinker for a significant portion of the contemporary Muslim intelligentsia, Sayyid Qutb (1906–1966) was a member of the Muslim Brotherhood and was jailed by Gamal Abdul Nasser’s government in 1954. He became one of the most uncompromising voices of the movement we now call Islamism and is perhaps best known for his book, Ma`lam fi al-tariq.A Child from the Village was written just prior to Qutb’s convers...