Kirjahaku

Jesus warned us about this. He told us that there would be some who would appear and sound pleasant, but who would really be wolves in sheep's clothing. These are the enemies of Christ. Today, we're confronted by the lazy arrogance of modern Pharisees who pretend that salvation is easy. Christ told us that the path is narrow and difficult. Who do we believe, the biblical literalist or Christ himself? Today, some are told that salvation is permanent once we commit ourselves to Christ. But what of those who give temporary allegiance to Christ in order to continue sinning? Today, some are told that taking responsibility for the crimes of others against us is impossible. But Christ led by example, taking responsibility for all the sins of the world. If we are to follow God, then we have to have unconditional love closer to that of the Heavenly Father, but also utter humility, fearless confidence and perfect responsibility. Today, some ministers are telling their flocks that the Age of Miracles ended nearly 2,000 years ago - that modern miracles are only possible because of the sheer number of Christians in the world. Today, too many Christians imply that they already know everything that they need to know and that their interpretation of scripture is perfect. It's "My Way or the Highway," yet no one knows all that God knows. There's not enough humility to learn more. God has much more to teach us. Today, a majority of Christians have physical or graven images that distract them from Truth. They cling to those images and symbols, instead of to the spirit that gives life. Today, a growing minority of Christians ridicule science, unaware that the rift is artificial. Science studies the products of God's creation. There's no getting around that fact. Science has done a pretty good job in that study. There are still many unknowns. But both Christian fundamentalists and secular scientists ignore certain possibilities that may be far closer to truth than either side is willing to admit. Enemies of Christ gives us a scathing look at how Christianity has fallen into disrepair over the last 1,700 years. Truth is still there, but too many have been led astray. This book does not tell us what to think, but it does show us how to return to a vital humility to God. With that humility, we can more easily see our own failings and help us return to the Christianity that Christ gave us at the beginning.

This book is for all my fellow teachers out there who enjoy poetry and believe their students will become better writers if they keep practicing. Here are hundreds of ideas to stimulate your student's imaginations; students who are often willing to write, but don't have a clue what to write about. These ideas will give them a place to start. Poetry works well for engaging student writers because it is challenging and yet flexible. There are so many types and styles of poems they can experience. There's also a lot of leeway in terms of punctuation, idioms and slang, and how the words appear on the page.Poetry lends itself to success. Anyone can do it and it's personal; it comes from the students' experiences and emotions. It's subjective; the sort of writing to be appreciated rather than judged. The emphasis in this book is "students as poets." It's not about studying the famous poets who have gone before. It's about finding a love for expressing yourself that can last a lifetime.

This book is a love story, detective tale. You decide if it's a great American novel.Joe Freedom is a private investigator who finds lost things. Sometimes they don't want to be found, which makes it all the more interesting. And for the first time since the last time, he's found love, or thinks he has, shrinks he has. (You'll see).The case: Professor Otis Grille's daughter Alex is missing. Her family and friends are clueless as to her whereabouts. Joe and his therapist, Vana Fox, team up to profile Alex, search for her, and learn to love each other. They practice often. Why is Alexandra Grille hiding out at the Bayview Rehab Center under a cloak of deniability and doctor-patient privilege. She paid cash. She told no one. Is she running away from herself or from someone else? Can Joe find the professor's daughter before something awful befalls her?Prose, rap, and other poetic pursuits provide the backdrop for clues and blues. How is a part-time PI supposed to find someone so intent on being lost? Does love get in the way? How can it not? Vana's hot.Those are the questions. You'll find your answers within.

Painted Poetry is a stunning collection of poems by Rod Martin, accompanied by the evocative artwork of Vivienne Shen. This work offers a rich tapestry of emotions and reflections that will resonate with anyone who values family, contemplates their personal journey, or finds beauty in the small, everyday moments that make life extraordinary.The collection is deeply artistic, blending introspective reflections with vivid imagery and layered meanings. Martin's use of language is lush and descriptive, weaving a tapestry of words that invites the reader to engage with poetry not only as a written form but as an experience painting crafted from the brushstrokes of language. This interplay between the visual and literary arts is a defining feature of the collection, where each poem is like a visual masterpiece, evoking both emotion and thought.At the heart of Painted Poetry lies the transformative power of love. In essence, Painted Poetry is not just a book of poems- it's a journey, a reflection, and a celebration of the beauty that can be found in both the ordinary and the profound moments of life.