Holly and Heather share their story and help to walk the reader through the painful yet necessary healing process for when life deals us its harshest blows. Dancing on my ashes soothes and empathizes with the broken heart, while sharing the truth of scripture, and the hope that comes from the heart of God.
A stunning story of Holy Week through the eyes of a Roman centurion Watch the triumphal entry of the donkey-riding king through the eyes of Marcus Longinus, the centurion charged with keeping the streets from erupting into open rebellion. Look behind the scenes at the political plotting of King Herod, known as the scheming Fox for his ruthless shrewdness. Get a front-row seat to the confrontation between the Jewish high priest Caiaphas and the Roman governor Pontius Pilate. Understand as never before the horror of the decision to save a brutal terrorist in order to condemn the peaceful Jew to death. If you've heard the story of Passion Week so often it's become stale, now is the time to rediscover the terrible events leading from Jesus's humble ride into the city to his crucifixion. The Soldier Who Killed a King will stun you afresh with how completely Christ's resurrection changed history, one life at a time.
Often when we spoke in many churches over the years, we would go to dinner with the leadership, and Diane would share her nursing home stories around the table. People were often spellbound and in tears by her testimonies, and it was clear that she had to write this book. I've often seen Diane so overworked in nursing homes that she was physically exhausted, after giving everything she had to love those she served. Over the years, she often brought me into the facilities where she worked to visit all her adopted grandmas and grandpas. I saw firsthand how much they all loved her. I watched her hug and love on those dear people, comforting them with a sincere heart. I've even seen her eyes fill with tears when someone would graduate to heaven. Those she served weren't just nameless numbers, but close, dear friends she referred to as her family. In our travels, the elderly always seemed to flock toward her, surrounding her, and these days you'll often find her sitting and holding someone's hand or trying to meet their needs, even on the evangelistic trail. Through Diane's new book, His Hands Extended readers will be inspired to minister to the broken, looking for opportunities to serve, and love even the hardest cases. I have had a vision I have revisited many times. When Diane goes to heaven one day, there will be a vast number of beautiful faces excited to welcome her home. Many were there because she showed them the way; she loved them straight to heaven.In His Presence, Steve Porter Diane Porter has been a nursing assistant for over 25 years, working in several nursing homes. She co-founded Refuge Ministries and Deeper Life Press with her husband, Steve. Diane believes that, in the presence of God, healing takes place. She has a passion for conducting presence-driven intimacy conferences, leading women's ministry and mission events, and working with those who need to be restored. Steve and Diane Porter have been married 25 years and have two adult daughters and a dearly beloved son-in-law. They reside near Rochester, NY
Discover the bottomless, refreshing Well of God's Word--and experience a fullness and peace beyond your circumstances.In the chaos of our everyday, it can be difficult to live out and apply the truths of Scripture. We want more of Jesus, but we find ourselves looking to our own lives and accomplishments for our worth and identity. And while that may buoy us for a time, we're often left feeling dried up, discouraged, and longing for more.Gretchen Saffles knows what it's like to feel overwhelmed and unable to flourish. In The Well-Watered Woman, Gretchen leads us to the Well of fullness, the Word of freedom, and the Way of fruitfulness. She teaches that God's Word will satisfy us for all eternity.Using Scripture and her own personal story of surrender, Gretchen offers spiritually hungry women tangible tools to not only know Jesus more but to live a life that thoroughly enjoys Him, seeks Him, and follows Him into freedom.
Are you struggling through a valley or reaping a bounty of blessings? Jesus is very much alive and present. In Jesus Lives, #1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah Young shares how knowing Jesus on a deeper, more personal level not only means seeing Him at work in your life, but also sharing your heart with the Savior. Jesus Lives includes 180 uplifting devotions that exemplify Jesus' presence in your life and show you: The truth of Romans 8:11: The Spirit of God who lives in you How to recognize His voice, His comforting hand, and help you understand His desire to fellowship with you This beautiful devotional is: A great gift for anyone needing an uplifting message The perfect devotional for you if you've read Jesus Calling, Jesus Always, or Jesus Today Sarah Young's Jesus Lives is a wonderful reminder that He lives in all of us.
A refreshed edition of Jambalaya: The Natural Woman’s Book of Personal Charms and Practical Rituals—updated with a note from the author sharing the changes that have occurred in the 30 years since its original publication. "A book of startling remembrances, revelations, directives, and imperatives, filled with the mysticism, wisdom, and common sense of the African religion of the Mother. It should be read with the same open-minded love with which it was written."—Alice Walker, author of The Color Purple Since its original publication in 1985, Jambalaya has become a classic among Women’s Spirituality Educators, practitioners of traditional Africana religions, environmental activists, and cultural creatives. A mix of memoir, spiritual teachings, and practices from Afro-American traditions such as Ifa/Orisha, and New Orleans Voudou, it offers a fascinating introduction to the world of nature-based spirituality, Goddess worship, and rituals from the African diaspora. More relevant today than it was 36 years ago, the wisdom of Jambalaya reconnects us to the natural and spiritual world, and the centuries-old traditions of African ancestors, whose voices echo through time, guiding us and blending with our own.
From a proud and willful young Jew in Israel, to living the American dream, to finally, to a victorious surrender, Why me? follows the journey travelled by Jacob Damkani. Through the ancient yet living words that God spoke, Jacob learned the plan of the Almighty - for himself, for Israel, and how, through His people Israel, all nations of the earth will be blessed. An inspiring account of what it truly means to be a Jew - the fulfillment of God's promise, to the Jew first and also to the Gentile. Could it be that we are not alone in our hidden struggles? Could we dare to believe that the Almighty has paved the way for each one of us, back to Himself? When we hear that gentle, all powerful voice of God, how will we answer? By faith, hope, love, through grace and an abundant peace, may you discover the beauty of a living relationship with God, who is not religion but love.
A reference companion to the life and career of Luigi Pirandello, covering his plays, novels and short stories, as well as translations of his poems. Background information provided include surveys on Italian theatre before Pirandello and the surrealism in his work.