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He was only half-paying attention to the lingering tourists, but then his eyes caught hold of an image that immediately captured his attention. He realized that she was alone and apparently so absorbed in her thoughts that she failed to notice that she was the last one inside the castle walls besides himself and a few workers. He took several pictures before she suddenly sensed the quiet. He lowered his camera before she saw him and was rewarded with only a slightly interested glance as she walked past the stables on her way out. As he once again raised his camera and began taking pictures, he found he could not entirely rid himself of the one image he had not meant to capture today but which, somehow, he knew he would never be able to forget. ***** Lily Manning loves her life. She has a wonderful family, a fulfilling job, and several hobbies that keep her busy and happy. Still, she feels like there's something wrong with her because, despite everything going for her, she's still single at twenty-eight. When she meets Ammon Hunter, she hopes she finally has a chance to feel complete. But when things don't go the way she planned, will she be able to overcome her despair and learn that she can love herself for who she already is?

This book is a real-life chronicle of two people who met through letters in the summer of 1955. In the beginning, the exchange was friendly but very revealing of their vulnerabilities and innocence. These pen pals soon discovered the commonalities between them. As this story unfolds, there is so much anticipation to learn about each other. Both are willing to help one another deal with everyday experiences. Finding a purpose for writing to each other helped them become more honest in sharing their innermost thoughts. Growing up in the same hometown, these youngsters not only found it comfortable to write to each other but found someone they could trust. After sharing each other's past and challenges, they became more intrigued. Soon emotions deepened, and desires overcame them. After much exchange and a deeper friendship ensued, there became a yearning to meet face-to-face. This affair of writing was more than attraction and much greater than passion. What these pen pals learned about each other propelled them to an exciting new future and outlook in life. It was beyond what they ever imagined. Was it fate? Would they have ever met without these letters of truth and honesty? Or was it that these two were looking to escape from their mundane lives and found something more profound in the process?

The Story of Christmas is the wellΓÇÉknown story of the birth of Jesus Christ and the circumstances surrounding it as described in the Bible. Isioma retells the story with stick-figure sketches, which will be appealing to children of his age bracket.This is a story that reminds us of the reason for the season of Christmas. It is really touching because it is told through the eyes of a child.

Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is-His good, pleasing and perfect will. -Romans 12:2What does this verse mean to born-again Christians? What should it mean in the actions of our daily lives? Renew Your Mind; A Fifty-Two-Week Journey Applying the Bible to Everyday Life looks at biblical answers in the five most challenging areas of an individual's life: finances, friends/relationships, time allotment, priorities/denying self, and knowing God. Each week, the author relates a thought-provoking, memorable story or example invoking biblical principles and verses, giving an assignment for the reader to apply the weekly lesson to the applicable categories to begin the transformation of how we think and act toward others. Renew Your Mind is a thoroughly entertaining must-read year-long devotional that will change the way you look at Christianity and our responsibility to others in our faith, our actions, and our belief systems.

Parting Ways is a book of poetry in support of birth mothers and our adopted children. Birth mothers, may you always know what a courageous and selfless decision you had to make. And to all our adopted children, may you know how much you are loved and cherished by the women who carried you and still do in their hearts forever.

"We all prayed at the altar at about 2:00 p.m. We had to pray because we were bitter. I know my people, and several of us were hurt at the sheriff being called-on a church. A couple of members were even bitter with me for cancelling service this Sunday. It was a mess, and all we could do was pray" (pastoral journal entry, Thursday, April 2, 2020). Pastoring through a Pandemic captures, in detail, the first ninety days of the historic, once-in-a-generation, worldwide pandemic of 2020 as experienced by the pastor and people of the historic King Solomon Baptist Church of Vicksburg, Mississippi. The Pastor and people defied state and local ordinances to have in-person worship services at the height of the pandemic. Read of the harrowing tales of members, old and young, who sought answers for their own personal crises as they "sneaked to meet" while discovering a newfound strength and spirituality in the midst of their quiet defiance. See the four pillars of leadership in action from the pastor, who in the very midst of his personal battles with fatigue, fear, and nascent faith, kept a day-to-day journal of the church's struggles and triumphs.Pastoring through a Pandemic will be studied for years as an example of how one faith community responded to the early days of the pandemic while also navigating its way through a historic time of political and social unrest.

28 Expressions of Love is a collection of simple and beautiful thoughts you can share with anyone who has, at one time or another, or still has an impact on your life. They were originally for the twenty-eight days of February (one love verse for each day), but then, why not use them for birthdays, anniversaries, special days of friendship, or even as a note to your favorite mailman? Why not? PS: in case you wish to use them for February, I even thought of the leap year, twenty-nine days-28 Expressions of Love and 1 more. This is it. There is no greater inspiration than your adoration.

Do you ever wonder about the person you are? Ever question why you haven't felt true happiness? When you are alone, do you feel like something is missing? Has someone asked you a tough question and you had the right answer? What happens when you don't? Which way do you go? A short read and thought-provoking questions.

A beautiful spring day beckoned to be out-of-doors, but Grandma McGregor knew that she just had to get caught up on some much-needed housework.An unexpected telephone call brings her to a welcomed escape, and proof that one is never too old for an adventure with some of God's wonderful handiwork.Pull up a chair and follow along as Grandma McGregor shares her forty-three days with five cottontail bunnies.

My journey, my struggle, and my painHave you ever been compromised by evil and spiritual warfare? The fact you want to do good for God but society shows you so many wrong exciting things? My journey was just that. I had a sex addiction, involved in drug dealings and homosexual lifestyle, suffered from mental abuse, physical abuse, and incarceration, had a murdered child, and am a single parent. I guess you are wondering where in the world did I get the strength to pull this off. If you are a believer of God, well you would want to read this because the gravy is thick. The revealing is amazing, and the journey was long and hard. Thank you, God, You were on my side. If you are a nonbeliever, this book is about to change some thoughts and some prayers. The accomplishments can be done at any age anytime. Motivate yourself with I can do it. The Bible said, "We can do anything through Christ who strengthens us." Believe it, folks. I thought it was a myth until I experienced it firsthand, and I'm doing awesome. I cannot complain. Some of you may have experienced all situations and you have no clue on how to get out. Well this book is about to tell you what is needed. "No weapon formed against me shall not prosper" (Isaiah 54:17). He didn't say they wouldn't form, but He promised they wouldn't prosper. I walked through life, and it happened to me.

An aged giant sea turtle only wants to rest, meditate, and be left alone in the quiet peacefulness in the depths of the calm oceans and seas. Other sea creatures have heard tales about an old wise giant sea turtle who has certain mystical powers and abilities to help one acquire a more meaningful life and purpose for existing in the depths of the deep. While many sea creatures go through the dangers, toil, and trials of seeking him, there is only one way to find and realize the true Counselor of the Sea.