The story of two fathers and two sons and the pressures on all of them to pursue the religion they share in the way that is best suited to each. And as the boys grow into young men, they discover in the other a lost spiritual brother, and a link to an unexplored world that neither had ever considered before. In effect, they exchange places, and find the peace that neither will ever retreat from again.
"An unparalleled achievement, a work of shattering, almost unbearable radiance. I did not stop crying throughout. For Mills. For my young self. For all of us who have lived and continue to live in that pitiless abyss of childhood abuse. To read this courageous book is to be transformed utterly by Mills's empathy, resilience, and grace. Mark my words: Chosen is destined to be a classic because this is a book that will save lives." —Junot Díaz, author of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao At thirteen years old, Stephen Mills is chosen for special attention by the director of his Jewish summer camp, a charismatic social worker intent on becoming his friend. Stephen, whose father died when he was four, places his trust in this authority figure, who first grooms and then molests him for two years. Stephen tells no one, but the aftershocks rip through his adult life, as intense as his denial: self-loathing, drug abuse, petty crime, and horrific nightmares, all made worse by the discovery that his abuser is moving from camp to camp, state to state, molesting other boys. Only physical and mental collapse bring Stephen to confront the truth of his boyhood and begin the painful process of recovery—as well as a decades-long crusade to stop a serial predator, find justice, and hold to account those who failed the children in their care. The trauma of sexual abuse is shared by one out of every six men, yet very few have broken their silence. Unflinching and compulsively readable, Chosen eloquently speaks for those countless others and their families. It is a rare act of consummate courage and generosity—the indelible story of a man who faces his torment and his tormentor and, in the process, is made whole.
Based on the acclaimed video series The Chosen, the most amazing story ever told—the life of Jesus—gets a fresh, new telling from New York Times bestselling author Jerry B. Jenkins. What was it like to encounter Jesus face-to-face? How would he have made you feel, changed your way of thinking about God? Would he have turned your world upside down? Journey to Galilee in the first century. See the difference he made in the lives of those he called to follow him and how they were forever transformed. Experience the life and power of the perfect Son of God as never before—through the eyes of everyday people just like you. SPECIAL FEATURES • The official novel based on Season 1 of the immensely popular TV series, which has been seen in every country in the world, with over 85 million views. • The latest fiction from Jerry Jenkins, perhaps the bestselling Christian novelist of recent times
In Not Forsaken, Giglio guides readers to the breakthrough possibility of a relationship of perfect father to child can be yours when you follow God through Jesus Christ. Regardless of life's circumstances, God can become your perfect Father.
You can be a great Dad! Find instruction and encouragement The Dad's Bible is filled with challenging and helpful information designed to encourage and uplift fathers whose lives will be a priceless legacy for generations to come. Lessons and other Features include: Walking in authority Godly character Passing it on Dads in the bible Building your children Question and answer resources topical index Type Size point 8.5 This is the perfect gift and resource for all ages of dads!
FAMILY MAN LOCAL MAN IS HERO Thirty-five-year-old Tyler Brant saved the life of popular TV personality Kristen Kellar when the small plane they were traveling in crashed into the St. Louis River near Hibbing, Minnesota. Brant—single father of a six-year-old daughter—was not available for comment. Tyler Brant has no intention of speaking to reporters. And while he's happy that Kristen Kellar is recovering, he wishes she wouldn't keep telling people he's a hero. All he wants is to put the crash behind him, get on with his life, spend more time with his daughter. Still, he can't forget the beautiful woman he'd carried from the wreck. Unfortunately, Kristen's big news—and Tyler has reason to stay away. But he hadn't counted on Kristen's determination to thank him in person. And he hadn't counted on his little girl's growing attachment to her. He certainly hadn't counted on falling in love….
Sometimes all the data in the world can’t hide a Little from the Daddy who’s been searching for her... Belinda Jenkins’ expertise is recognized by everyone at Edgewater Industries. As the Information Technology Specialist, she is the go-to source of assistance for every department. When the position she’s always dreamed of becomes available, Belinda is sure she’s at the front of the line to lead the company’s IT structure. Corporate security consultant Pedro Morales has traveled all over the world. Ricocheting from one company to the next has made finding his Little virtually impossible. When he finally decides to put down roots, Edgewater Industries is the place he’ll be glad to protect. With his honed knowledge, Pedro doesn’t have to search long to find where his Little has been hiding.
MOST LIKELY TO ROCK THE WORLD… Sinfully attractive bad boy Cort Dimitri had his own agenda. He'd make it good no matter how. Not even when things with Laura Merritt became hot and heavy did he alter his path…. Sweet Laura Merritt had never wanted for anything—until Cort woke in her a wild dark sexual need. After he left she convinced herself that she didn't need erotic pleasure, enticing heat…because she wasn't going to find it with anyone else. Now she wanted a baby—no strings attached. Her friend Fletcher would make the perfect doner…er…daddy. Announcing her plans at the fifteenth reunion of the old gang seemed like a good idea, until Cort decided that he wanted to father her child—the old-fashioned way.
