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As we embark on the path of leadership, we frequently encounter discussions of superhuman abilities associated with fictional characters, like the power of flight or teleportation. What about the tangible and genuine superpowers that actual leaders possess? This notion has served as the driving force behind the creation of this workbook, dedicated to exploring the fundamental superpowers of leadership - those unique attributes and qualities that distinguish exceptional leaders from the ordinary. Through real-life stories and practical thought-provoking questions, we delve into the key traits that make a powerful leader. These encompass trust, respect, empathy, communication, and much more. By understanding and harnessing leadership superpowers, you have the ability to inspire, motivate and empower your team to achieve remarkable results. Join in this journey as we navigate the realm of leadership and unleash your true potential.
Tonight, seventeen-year-old Evalee is scheduled to die.She's planned her celebration for weeks, and other than leaving her sister Gracelyn behind, Evalee is ready. She shouldn't be nervous; the Directorate says this is how it should be, and it is never wrong. So she wears her best dress and dances the night away with all of her appointed friends and family. Then she goes to sleep for the last time... Except, the next morning, Evalee wakes up. Gracelyn is a model Directorate citizen with a prodigious future ahead. If she could only stop thinking about the shuffling from Evalee's room on her departure morning. Even wondering if something went wrong is treason-the Directorate doesn't make mistakes. If she pulls at the thread, the entire privileged life the Directorate set for her will unravel into chaos. Or worse. Before the Directorate can correct its mistake and get rid of Evelee for good, she is swept away by rebels to a world she grew up believing couldn't exist-one filled with unpredictability and messy choices. As the Directorate's lies are stripped away, Evalee becomes determined to break Gracelyn free from its grasp-before Gracelyn's search for the truth draws the Directorate's attention and makes her more valuable to them dead than alive. "Departures ... delights and disturbs and allows us to see our own world with brand new eyes.">"An absorbing, taut coming-of-age tale that grapples intelligently with mortality and liberty.">"Wenstrom's masterful storytelling is on full display with rising stakes, tense twists, and emotional resonance."-Megan Lynch, Award-Winning Author
Murph, a lovable Bernese Mountain Dog, wants to be known for more than her good looks. When the ice cream man needs help before the town parade, Murph is the first to lend a paw. Although the ice cream man doubts her strength, Murph is determined to prove all that she is capable of. Will Murph and her friend be able to work together and make it to the parade in time? Murph: The Fluffiest Dog in Town is a feel-good story for all ages.
John Barber, a brilliant scientist begins the final chapter of his working career running a top-secret U.S. government laboratory created to kill gain-of function viruses. His passion, other than his wife and two children, is to find a cure for the genetic disorder progeria which ages children viciously fast; his sister died of old age at thirteen. He discovers instead the impossible. There is nothing more terrifying than reality. What you are about to read can happen; not all, just the scariest parts. Murder, sex, hate, and perfection drive humanity today, not just in the future.
In this tribute to the author's beloved grandfather, we are taken not only through life as it was known on a 1900's Midwest farm but on a journey of discovery from where the Litwiller family first came. In his reflective, narrative tone, Terrence walks us through not only everything he has come to learn about his grandfather that died when he was only two years old, his family history back to France, Germany and Switzerland and the family's deep Mennonite roots - but also shares some insights into the nature of family research itself and adds some historical research and context. First and foremost, this is a story of family: a tribute to a beloved man known for his faith, sincerity and love, and of how tiny glimpses in time can leave life changing marks on those around us.
There are two different categories of believers: those who believe, and those who put their beliefs into action. Which would you be considered? Do you see yourself as a solider for God-fighting for the abundant life that's available to you and those around you? Are you someone who uses the Holy Spirit to defeat every attack that Satan throws your way? As long as we are on this earth, we are living amidst a continuous spiritual battle between good and evil. This battle manifests itself to us in our everyday lives: through our thoughts, circumstances, choices-and the mere repercussion of other's choices around us. The key to navigating the battlefield is to recognize that you are never fighting alone; to recognize that God sent you a "Helper" called the Holy Spirit. DRAFTED has been written to simply open you to a new way of seeing your life, your purpose, and the opposition you face. May it inspire you to take your position in the army of God and activate the Holy Spirit within you. And may it unlock an understanding that every battle you will ever face has already been won.
All aspects of our habits are fair game in this wide ranging collection of poems. Whether good, bad or ugly, these habits spin us through intimacy, sex, shame, gratitude, distractions, self-destruction, procrastination or a taste for iced match tea with two packets of sugar, revealing what traps us into the routines and patterns that shape our lives.Perhaps you'll recognize yourself among the habits our poets uncover where "Frozen foods prove the/ kitchen lacks scruples." Or where "The trash can held twenty-six empties this morning." Or "slept each night curled around her shape, big/ toe slipped over ankle bone like a latch." Or someone who "collected tough guys/ mesmerized by her breast implants." Perhaps "buried alive/ In the dormant dregs of procrastination"." Or maybe "keep clicking and clicking like a kid / licking ice cream. Or recognize "a lie stood rigid as a stop sign." In this collection, thirty well regarded poets from across the country make us consider our authentic selves in light of the habits we exhibit.It's a revealing good read
"The Waters Fall: A Journeyer" follows the journey of a high school History teacher who embarks on a summer trip to Ireland following the loss of his older brother. During his visit, he stumbles upon a hidden waterfall, which unexpectedly transports him 300 years back in time to the Renaissance era. In this unfamiliar world, he forges a bond with a compassionate couple who assist him in his quest for answers. Along the way, he encounters both new allies and adversaries, reconnects with a childhood friend, and experiences the rekindling of a familiar flame. As he delves deeper into his mission to return to his own time, he realizes that his choices could significantly impact history, but not without the cost of a personal sacrifice.Rob Mylo Vazquez is an emerging author who spent his early years in Puerto Rico before relocating to the Bronx, New York City, at the age of 5 with his family. During his early adulthood, he explored his passion for writing by crafting song lyrics for local vocalists and experimenting with poetry and spoken word. He pursued his interest in acting at Julia Richmond High School and also attended the East Harlem Music School. Currently residing in Orlando, Florida, he is enjoying his retirement while actively pursuing his writing career.
Luck O' The Draw is a rollicking tale of Irish gunfighters who roamed the remote vastness of 19th century Nevada. In a labor of love, Karen Wilkes takes us into her personal search to uncover the hidden history of the notorious desperadoes who populated her hometown of Pioche-many of whom ended up in the legendary Boot Hill graveyard she could see from her living room window. Filled with colorful characters who rubbed shoulders with such fabled gunslingers as Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson and set against the backdrop of a vast state with only 40,000 souls, Luck O' The Draw is a delight.
Can YOU count money? Learning to count money is a skill that all kids need to learn to be successful! In this book, you'll meet Coin and Dollar Money People who will help you count your way to confidence!
The Bolt Paradox is a compelling and disturbing psychological thriller that will take you to places your mind has never been. It begins with a tragic love story between a decorated veteran and his pregnant wife. What happens next is a supernatural Paradox. A Paradox is a seemingly absurd proposition that when investigated, explained or observed, may prove to be true.The birth of a miracle baby, born from a devastating mishap, whose complex life will be cloaked in mystery, is our hero. She will challenge everything you think you believe and she will defy all logic.Our hero will embrace the love of a family, two loyal dogs and finally, a life partner choice you will not see coming.This narrative is intensely gripping and intriguing. A provocative page-turner filled with action, danger and an immoral, vicious villain who never gives-up on twisted revenge.
They are handsome.They are monsters.They are my husbands.My grandfather stole from the Mad Kings; now they've taken me prisoner to pay his debts.They know that I'm innocent. They know I don't deserve to be caged like an animal. But they don't care. They will break me and make me their Queen. They will mate me and make me the mother of their children. No matter what it takes, the Mad Kings will have what's theirs.Stolen Queen - a dark paranormal romance between three morally grey wolf shifters and their imprisoned heroine.This is a full length, standalone novel set in the Meira'mor universe.
Ce livre est composé de centaines de conseils et d'expériences utiles pour tout le monde, de 7 à 70 ans, couvrant de nombreux aspects de la vie. Ces conseils et expériences ont été préparés en examinant de nombreux livres, magazines, articles, encyclopédies, opinions d'experts, sites web et recherches scientifiques.
A forest spirit protective of his home. A unicorn determined to befriend him. A slowly strengthening bond.AldenMy magic had never failed me, and when it guided me to Silent Creek Park, I followed my instincts. The forest spirit who called the park home was shy and not very talkative, but my magic told me he was important, maybe the most important person I'd ever meet.I didn't care how long it took, I was determined to break his walls. I'd bring him as many cupcakes and sweet treats as it took. After all, wasn't the way to a man's heart through his stomach?ElianI'd been content with my life in the park I'd claimed as mine until I sensed his presence. A being as old as me, and maybe just as lonely in some ways. He was beautiful with his colorful mane and his chipped off horn, a unicorn worthy of being in my park.I still couldn't bring myself to talk to him, but when he started bringing me the sweetest, most delicious treats, I gave back in kind like the old times. Maybe having a friend wouldn't be that bad, but what what if we could be more?The Reclusive Dryad is an MM paranormal romance featuring a unicorn who is the last of his kind, and a reclusive forest spirit with a sweet-tooth. It features an ethereal romance between two magical beings connected to Mother Earth, tons of sweet moments, and the usual Mistvale mayhem.Mystics of Mistvale is the third series set in the fictional town of Mistvale, and while each book in this series can be read as a standalone, characters from other books do pop in.The chronological order for all the Mistvale books is available on the author's website.
"Il mio Cammino" di Alessandro Manna è un coinvolgente testo scritto sotto forma di pièce teatrale che traccia il viaggio di crescita interiore di un individuo attraverso l'incontro con la coinvolgente personalità di una donna di nome Fiore. La storia si svolge come un dialogo intenso e profondo tra il protagonista e Fiore, che funge da guida spirituale e mentore nel percorso di auto-scoperta e trasformazione interiore del protagonista. Attraverso questo incontro, il lettore è immerso in una serie di conversazioni ed esperienze che conducono il protagonista a esaminare la propria vita, affrontare nuove sfide personali e scoprire nuove prospettive sulla felicità, la realizzazione personale e il significato della vita. Il libro offre un viaggio emozionante e stimolante che esplora temi di crescita personale, consapevolezza e saggezza attraverso una narrazione teatrale coinvolgente.
Un libro sulla vita dopo la morte che risponde a tante domande: come continua la nostra vita nell'aldilà? Come prosegue il cammino dell'anima? Come avviene il decesso? Qual è il senso della sulla Terra, che è una grande scuola di vita.
Vous avez fait de nombreux régimes, perdu puis repris vos kilos, vous êtes aujourd'hui fatigué(e) et ne savez plus quoi manger. Ce livre, mon troisième est alors pour vous. Il n'est pas facile de savoir quoi manger, comment le cuisiner, comment s'organiser n'est ce pas?Riche de 14 ans d'exercice en cabinet, je mets à votre disposition mes connaissances, pour apprendre quoi manger, quand, comment associer les différents aliments, afin que vous retrouviez durablement l'équilibre et votre poids de forme.Ce livre vous apporte également des connaissances sur votre corps, ainsi que des menus types pour vous aider à avancer sereinement et des recettes que j'utilise en famille depuis longtemps.Vous souhaitez arrêter les pesées, les calculs de calories et aussi les restrictions, vous voulez perdre du poids durablement sans faire d'effort et comprendre pourquoi ? Alors n'hésitez plus, acheter mon livre qui vous accompagnera chaque jour dans cette nouvelle merveilleuse aventure de l'équilibre de vie.Stop aux restrictions, oui aux repas à l'extérieur, une mise en place facile sans prise de tête qui vous accompagne partoutplus de stress, vous pourrez jeter votre pèse personne, juste du bonheur de dégonfler de resserrer la ceinture de son pantalon.En plus de mincir, vous allez retrouver de l'énergie, un excellent sommeil et donc des envies d'avancer.Cela va vous permettre de retrouver l'équilibre psychologique qui nous quitte à chaque fois que l'on fait un régime restrictif.Mieux dans votre corps, Mieux dans votre tête, Mieux dans votre vie privée ainsi que professionnellePlus dynamique, plus gaie, plus souple, moins stressé(e).Tout le monde souhaite ce bien être, cette perte de poids durable et simple, alors rejoignez moi dans cette belle avanture
" Il était quatre heures du matin. Une tasse de café à la main, Gérard, le skipper, venait juste de me réveiller pour prendre mon quart.─ Hello, Jehan ! C'est à toi ! Couvre toi, il fait deux degrés dehors.Encore endormi, je regardai ce bon gros nounours dans son passe-montagne. Pour lutter contre l'humidité, il avait enfilé des gants Mapa sur ses gants de laine. Je ne pus m'empêcher d'éclater de rire.─ OK, j'arrive. D'un bond, déjà habillé, je quittai ma bannette et enfilai mon ciré Cotten.─ Je prends tes gants, Gérard ? ajoutai-je avec un clin d'oeil.─ Oui, vas-y ! Bon, R.A.S. Tu navigues comme ça au cap 20. Au niveau de l'île de Wight, tu ramènes au 360. Là, il ne sera pas loin de huit heures, l'heure de la relève. Bon quart ! Si tu as un problème, tu me réveilles... Puis il disparut dans la cabine.Nous avions décidé de fêter la nouvelle année en mer. La veille, dans mon restaurant du Pescadou, j'avais préparé un repas digne de l'occasion et tout emporté à bord pour réveillonner. Vers vingt-trois heures, après avoir quitté le quai et doublé la passe de l'ouest pour accéder à la pleine mer, nous avons mis en panne, attendant l'heure magique. Aux douze coups de minuit, nous avons, comme il se doit, fêté la nouvelle année, sabré le champagne, dans les embrassades et les éclats de rire. Malgré la distance, nos chants de marins et nos cris de joie devaient retentir jusqu'à la capitainerie. L'année s'est terminée dans un délicieux moment de bonheur, d'insouciance et de gaieté. La nouvelle, pleine d'espoir, était devant nous. Puis, nous avons mis à la voile. C'était à Cherbourg que, douze ans plus tôt, une autre aventure avait commencé. Ce moment seul à la barre était propice à la rêverie. Dans un flash-back, comme dans un livre ouvert, mon esprit s'envola vers mes souvenirs..."LES PAS de JEHAN, c'est l'histoire incroyable d'un adolescent de province qui, après une jeunesse d'errance, est propulsé à quinze ans, dans la tumultueuse vie parisienne. Jeune barman dans les plus beaux quartiers de la capitale, il lorgne à la dérobée les jeunes mannequins légèrement vêtus, lui jetant parfois un regard gourmand. A dix neuf ans, sa rencontre improbable avec un personnage très important changera le cours de sa vie et le fera voyager dans le monde entier. Au cours de ses voyages, il fera la connaissance de son géniteur, et de trois demi-frères et soeur inconnus.D'Alger, à New-York, en passant par Panama, il fera des rencontres encore plus étonnantes. L'escale qui l'a le plus marqué est sûrement celle des Açores..." La soirée de la veille, avec les marins pêcheurs de baleines, avait été une fête d'amitié extraordinaire. Le porto qui avait coulé à flots nous avait embarqués dans des accolades fraternelles. Nous nous sentions du même groupe. Des marins, presque des frères de sang, qui s'étaient rencontrés pour la première et la dernière fois. Quelques larmes avaient même coulé sur des visages burinés et tannés par le sel."Le Foudre transportait du matériel en vue des essais nucléaires de Mururoa."Le navire glissait lentement vers le quai des Pétroles. Il devait se frayer un chemin parmi les colliers de fleurs flottant à la surface du lagon et les praos avec à leur bord les belles Tahitiennes tant rêvées. Une multitude d'embarcations chargées de chanteurs tahitiens, joueurs de ukulélé, de tam-tam et de guitare donnait toute l'ampleur à la fête. Le FOUDRE, lui, avait sorti son grand pavois et en profitait pour faire jouer sa corne de brume à tout va. Arrivés tard la veille au soir, nous avions provisoirement mouillé l'ancre dans le lagon. Le matin, pour le départ vers le port, personne ne manquait à l'appel. L'effervescence était à son comble."Joséphine, la belle tahitienne à fait battre le coeur de Jehan. Une belle histoir
As uncomfortable and disturbing as trials may be, they are and have been vehicles that the Lord uses to move His children from one level, state or stage into another. This book is an inspiring and captivating book that takes readers on a transformative journey of resilience, hope, and personal growth. Written by an acclaimed author, the book chronicles the extraordinary experiences of individuals including biblical heroes who have faced immense challenges and adversities in their lives, only to emerge stronger and more determined than ever before. The book delves deep into the emotional landscapes of its characters, painting vivid portraits of their struggles, setbacks, and ultimate triumphs. It weaves together themes of resilience, faith, and self-discovery, inviting readers to reflect on their own lives and find the courage to face their own trials. This book serves as a powerful reminder that no matter how daunting the challenges may seem, there is always a possibility for revival, growth, and a renewed sense of purpose. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration, encouragement, and a profound belief in the power of the Holy Ghost to revive, nurture and prepare us through divers forms of trials.
*** GRAN OFERTA DE LANZAMIENTO ***No te pierdas este maravilloso libro ilustrado. El mejor regalo para tus hijos, tus nietos, tus sobrinos o, ¿por qué no?, para tu niño interno.El premiado escritor de literatura infantil y juvenil, ÉDGAR ALLAN GARCÍA, nos trae esta obra llena de poemas y versos ingeniosos y divertidos para niñas, niños y jóvenes de todas las edades. Además, las bellas ilustraciones, a cargo de GUIDO CHAVES, nos dejan ver lo que nos tienen que decir las partes del cuerpo y hasta los números.Te quiero muuu... dijo la vaca es una verdadera fiesta de la palabra y la imaginación; el autor crea una suma de versos chispeantes, juguetones, inteligentes, pegajosos que invitan a la creatividad de sus lectores. ¡Que lo disfrutes!Edgar Allan García ha publicado más de setenta obras en los géneros de poesía, cuento, novela y ensayo. Su obra se encuentra en editoriales como Santillana, Planeta, Everest, Norma, Libresa, SM, Edinun y Quipu, entre otras. Ha ganadoen cuatro ocasiones el Premio Nacional Darío Guevara, en dos la Bienal de poesía de Cuenca y el Premio Nacional Ismael Pérez Pazmiño.Guido Chaves es un reconocido ilustrador ecuatoriano, ganador del Premio Nacional Darío Guevara Mayorga 2013, 2016 y 2021. Además de ilustrar obras en importantes editoriales, ha publicado libros de su autoría como "La pelota azul", "Araniña Niñaraña", "Pedro gruñón el malo", "Capulí", "Miedo busca trabajo y otros cuentos", "Voces del tiempo " y "Así se hace el carnaval".
Alimentación Inteligente es el trabajo de dos profesionales de la salud y el bienestar, el doctor Gerardo y la coach Karen, quienes se han propuesto la tarea de compilar conocimientos, robustecidos por la experiencia, para que puedas preservar tu salud. Su enfoque ofrece la prevención antes que la contención. La sanación comienza antes de llegar a un hospital o quirófano, por eso es una elección diaria: reside en lo que comes, haces e incluso piensas. Karen y Gerardo proponen un modelo de salud real, rompen con los discursos típicos que se enuncian en torno a la salud, ofreciendo conceptos novedosos e inteligentes. Sus explicaciones son fluidas y concisas; sus conocimientos, actualizados. Te muestran el funcionamiento de tu cuerpo y su relación con la sanidad; te enseñan a conocerlo para que aprendas a cuidarlo; te guían en la indagación del impacto que tienen los alimentos y la forma de consumirlos, tanto para preservar el bienestar como para prevenir enfermedades. Su propósito es dotarte de las herramientas necesarias para el autocuidado, por lo que desenmascaran muchos mitos y revelan otras tantas verdades. Alimentación Inteligente es la oportunidad de realizar el viaje que cambiará tu vida.
Prologue Visiting his family in Melbourne for the passing of his aunt, Warren unearths a letter sent to his late uncle during the Spanish civil war. Driven by curiosity, he follows the letter all the way to England where he encounters a couple of undergraduate historians who strangely enough had been conducting research connected to the letter. They soon crew up and embark on a story hunt taking them halfway around the world, and with the help of an infamous assassin and other quaint characters they meet along the way, uncover an allegiance that remains ticking after 70 years. Weaved in historical events, Allegiance in Arms is an intriguing story that brings together the past, the present, and an unusual friendship that transcends countries, conflicts, characters and perhaps ... oneself?
If you were about to talk about Uganda, what would you say? A great Nation! Right? This shocking and provocative question is at the core of this book. The author goes beyond the daily events and dives into what it means to be a Ugandan and what Uganda is; Its unrivaled culture, history, governance and leadership, resilience, hospitality, outstanding features and personalities and what makes it a pearl not only in Africa but across the globe. Make no mistake, get not swayed by negative media talk, Uganda remains a great Nation. Let's see how. This is the book for you.
"Salvamento Acuático" -"Fundamentos técnicos, tácticos y estratégicos del rescate acuático", un nuevo y moderno aporte a todas aquellas personas, instituciones u organizaciones vinculadas a las actividades acuáticas, simplemente una obra completa. Con todos los contenidos del programa oficial de guardavidas en Argentina y con las técnicas y sistemas de trabajo utilizados en países de avanzada como, Australia, Nueva Zelanda, E.E.U.U, Brasil, etc.Junto al reconocimiento y apoyo de la Federación Argentina de Salvamento Acuático (F.A.SA.), esta obra no solo intenta brindar información sobre rescate acuático, sino que pretende ser un material de permanente consulta dada la gran cantidad de contenidos actualizados que en ella se desarrollan.
Con gran placer, les presentamos "El portal maldito", una novela que sumerge al lector en un oscuro y enigmático viaje lleno de misterio, terror y suspense. Escrita por un autor magistral, esta obra literaria es un laberinto de intriga y horrores que desafían la lógica y la razón.La historia sigue a Nathan Nightingale, un periodista en busca de respuestas sobre las desapariciones en el remoto pueblo de Baron Town. Lo que comienza como una búsqueda de la verdad se convierte en una pesadilla sobrenatural cuando Nathan se ve atrapado en un mundo retorcido donde la realidad se desdibuja y los secretos más oscuros emergen de las sombras.A lo largo de su odisea, Nathan enfrenta criaturas grotescas, pasajes surrealistas y eventos inexplicables que desafían su comprensión. El lector será testigo de sus luchas internas y su valiente determinación por descubrir la verdad detrás de los misterios de Baron Town, incluso cuando su propia cordura se ve amenazada.La novela ofrece una narrativa envolvente que te sumergirá en la mente de Nathan, explorando sus traumas, recuerdos dolorosos y sus relaciones con personajes enigmáticos como Sherezade y Casey. La trama se desarrolla con un ritmo trepidante, llevándote a través de giros sorprendentes y revelaciones impactantes."El portal maldito" es una obra literaria que desafía los límites de la realidad y la mente humana. Una historia que te mantendrá en vilo desde la primera página hasta el último suspiro, una experiencia literaria que te llevará a un mundo donde los horrores acechan en cada rincón y donde la verdad se oculta en las sombras.Prepárate para embarcarte en un viaje que te llevará más allá de los límites de la cordura, donde el misterio se entrelaza con el terror, y donde solo aquellos dispuestos a enfrentar la oscuridad descubrirán la verdad detrás de "El portal maldito".
Introducing "Amplify Jesus Devotional Book Vol.2" - a soul-nourishing collection of 50 prayerfully crafted devotionals designed to refresh, renew, and restore your connection with Christ.
In "Road Warrior's Companion," Daniel de Eagle shares his inspiring journey across all 50 states of the USA, spending an hour in contemplative and Prophetic prayers in each state. This book is more than a personal narrative; it's a treasure trove of practical advice and strategic insights for those passionate about intercessory prayer.Each of the 10 tips is carefully designed to help readers develop a more profound and impactful prayer practice. The book highlights the significance of community and teamwork in prayer, encouraging readers to join forces in interceding for their assigned areas.Whether you are new to intercessory prayer or a seasoned prayer warrior, this book is an invaluable resource. It's compact, easy to follow, and filled with real-world applications. "Road Warrior's Companion" invites you to deepen your prayer life and play a pivotal role in bringing positive change to your city, state, and country.Join Daniel de Eagle in this spiritual call to arms and discover how to pray more powerfully and purposefully for the places and people you hold dear.
The purpose of this book is for the reader to understand the altered mindset of the woman after the fall and to trace its consequences in relation to her husband and all forms of authority. Eve was made in the perfect environment with the perfect mate. She understood her place as his complement and help mate to rule over nature. However, due to the distortions conjured up by Satan, what was once a beautiful and harmonious role becomes in her mind inferior and debased. Her view of submission turns into subjection, and a complementary role becomes competition. That distorted view of her identity and role continues throughout the ages and is heightened today with the Women's Rights Movement. This and other pressures seek to define us according to the world's system to justify fighting and clamoring for recognition and status.This book exposes the error of such thinking and offers hope for true freedom when we revisit the place of identity and purpose according to God's original intent. This is a penetrating work as the author takes us to find our true identity and security in the Father and fulfill our purpose in Him, dispelling the notion that we must achieve status and independence through our own striving. The author also deals with our male counterpart, who can learn to trust us when we are truly submitted to God's order of authority. The woman can win his affection and respect by appealing to his highest virtues rather than calling attention to her physical attributes and becoming a rival, threatening his position and peace or an object or plaything.The author argues that submission is never to be viewed as inequality and points out how Jesus was equal to God but submitted to the will of the Father in all things (Philippians 2). In the chapter "The Power of Influence," the author shows how a woman can use her influence for good or evil and may resort to manipulation, seduction, and control to gain her objectives. Two negative stereotypes of woman are presented: the seductress and the contentious woman. These stereotypes are offset by "The Virtuous Woman" of Proverbs 31 as the culmination of God's ideal for a woman. The narrative uses ample illustrations from the bible of different categories of women of influence, but in the final chapter, the author specifically highlights women who are considered inferior or downright despised. It shows God's elevation of them by entrusting them with critical revelation.
Fela Bank-Olemoh's Honoured to Serve is a tactfully written memoir about the author's journey in public service during his stint as Special Adviser on Education to the Governor of Lagos State (2015 - 2019). The memoir is Fela's attempt to document history and create quality content in our political space. Divided into ten (10) succinct chapters, the narrative combines both history and pictorial representations to capture the achievements and legacy of the author. The narrative emphasises the importance of strong values and clear vision as a pre-requisite for any public servant to make a positive impact in the lives of their constituents. The memoir is a public servant's bid to present his experiences, not just as a testament, but as a guide to future generations.Reviews"Having witnessed Fela's passion, intelligence and dedication during the 2015 presidential election campaign, I subsequently recommended him for public service. I have never regretted it. His deep love for his country resonates with me and foregrounds the essence of this compelling memoir. Honoured to Serve is an insightful reflection by one of Nigeria's most dedicated public servants." - Professor Yemi OsinbajoVice President of Nigeria (2015-2023) "Fela's passion for Lagos and Nigeria is palpable. His entry into public service offered him the opportunity to bring his love and ideas for a "working Lagos" and, by extension, Nigeria to bear. Beyond all the feats recorded in this fascinating memoir, I can personally attest that Fela always gave his best in all tasks I assigned to him during his time as my Special Adviser on Education." - Akinwunmi AmbodeGovernor of Lagos State (2015-2019) "Fela's Honoured to Serve is a candid account of his time as Special Adviser on Education to the Governor of Lagos State. As a fellow cabinet member and close friend, I can testify to Fela's quest for excellence and effective governance. This memoir gives verifiable information on his activities and accompanying challenges. It's definitely a good read!" - Akinyemi AshadeCommissioner of Finance, Lagos State (2015-2019) "As Fela's first boss, I was privileged to mould his nascent managerial abilities. His undeniable commitment and results delivery influenced my decision to promote him almost every year until he resigned to start his own business. In Honoured to Serve, he brings his experiences to bear, offering proven ideas that those aspiring to positions in both private and public administration will find invaluable." - John Obaro Software Entrepreneur & Founder, SystemSpecs
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