Step into the enchanting realm of "Painted Promises," a novel that transports you to a world where creativity knows no bounds and love is an art form unto itself. In the heart of a vibrant city pulsating with life, the streets are transformed into galleries of expression, thanks to the gifted hands of an anonymous graffiti artist. But this is no ordinary street art; their work carries a deeper, more profound message that reaches beyond the confines of brick and mortar. As you delve into the pages of this captivating tale, you'll meet Alex, a talented photographer with an eye for capturing the soul of the city through their lens. Drawn to the mystique of the elusive graffiti artist, Alex finds themselves irresistibly pulled into a mesmerizing dance of curiosity and attraction. The artist's creations become more than just paint on walls, they become a portal to a realm where emotions are laid bare and secrets are whispered in vibrant hues. What follows is a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase, a symphony of color and emotion that blurs the lines between the tangible and the intangible. As Alex seeks to unravel the enigma behind the artist's work, they find themselves unraveled in the process, their perceptions of art, life, and love forever altered. In the midst of this urban tapestry, a romance blossoms, one as intricate and breathtaking as the graffiti masterpieces themselves. As Alex and the graffiti artist's worlds collide, the boundaries of reality and imagination blur, giving birth to a passion that defies conventions. Their journey is a kaleidoscope of emotions, a whirlwind of discovery that takes readers on a rollercoaster ride of intrigue, desire, and self-discovery. "Painted Promises" is a symphony of colors and emotions, an exploration of the hidden messages we leave behind and the connections we forge when we dare to express our true selves. With every turn of the page, you'll find yourself immersed in a world where art becomes a bridge between souls, and where love is a masterpiece waiting to be unveiled. Join us on this literary journey as we follow the painted promises that lead to a realm of beauty, mystery, and the undeniable, transformative power of love.
Looking for a fun and easy way to calm your busy mind and let God's Word penetrate your heart? Immerse yourself in the Bible's promises with these beautifully crafted, hand-drawn verses by Lori Siebert—all ready for you to add your own creative touch with paints, markers, colored pencils, or crayons. As you spend a few restful moments contemplating these well-loved passages of Scripture, each page will become a personal reminder that God's Word is for you. You'll enjoy filling these images with color and filling your soul with the confident assurance that God is walking with you, watching over you, and guiding you into a wonderful future.
Poems pour out of me. These words leak. My thoughts continue to spill. Meeting everything and connecting fluently. Like the lines that are gently pierced upon a canvas. Like the galaxy, constellations. So fluently, that if you are not prepared, you will drown. Lost in a painting of abstraction. Emotions become chaos. Love becomes confusion. Hate becomes a wicked thought that only allows room for delusions, and so it trickles. Straight into the souls of the audience. Close your eyes and watch me feel, while you become a part of it.
Poems pour out of me. These words leak. My thoughts continue to spill. Meeting everything andConnecting fluently. Like the lines that are gently pierced upon a canvas. Like the galaxy. Constellations. So fluently, that if you are not prepared, you will drown. Lost in a painting ofabstraction. Emotions become chaos. Love becomes confusion. Hate becomes a wicked thought That only allows room for delusions. And so, it trickles. Straight into the souls of the audience. Close your eyes and watch me feel, while you become a part of it.
“This tale is a sturdy one that is made even more emphatic by Davies’s terse writing style. The text is heightened in every way by Carlin’s outstanding mixed-media artwork.” — Booklist (starred review) On a mean street in a mean, broken city, a young girl tries to snatch an old woman’s bag. But the frail old woman says the thief can’t have it without giving something in return: the promise. It is the beginning of a journey that will change the girl’s life — and a chance to change the world, for good.
Wherever you are in life, wherever you are in the world, God’s promises remind you that He is always near. God wants us to know He is in the midst of wherever we are, whatever we’re doing. And He does this by speaking directly to us through His Word. The Bible was written to each of our needs, our hopes, and our dreams. With over 1.2 million copies sold, God’s Inspirational Promises is a classic seller now with a brand-new, updated look. The compilation of verses speak specifically to topics we all relate to: living in a lost world, strong personal relationships, wisdom, guidance, worry, grace, and many more. Heartwarming writings from Max’s bestselling works accompany each selection of Scripture.
Neither art nor philosophy was kind to beauty during the twentieth century. Much modern art disdains beauty, and many philosophers deeply suspect that beauty merely paints over or distracts us from horrors. Intellectuals consigned the passions of beauty to the margins, replacing them with the anemic and rarefied alternative, "aesthetic pleasure." In Only a Promise of Happiness, Alexander Nehamas reclaims beauty from its critics. He seeks to restore its place in art, to reestablish the connections among art, beauty, and desire, and to show that the values of art, independently of their moral worth, are equally crucial to the rest of life. Nehamas makes his case with characteristic grace, sensitivity, and philosophical depth, supporting his arguments with searching studies of art and literature, high and low, from Thomas Mann's Death in Venice and Manet's Olympia to television. Throughout, the discussion of artworks is generously illustrated. Beauty, Nehamas concludes, may depend on appearance, but this does not make it superficial. The perception of beauty manifests a hope that life would be better if the object of beauty were part of it. This hope can shape and direct our lives for better or worse. We may discover misery in pursuit of beauty, or find that beauty offers no more than a tantalizing promise of happiness. But if beauty is always dangerous, it is also a pressing human concern that we must seek to understand, and not suppress.
Exquisitely and thoughtfully designed, weve taken the top 100 life topics and provided a brief devotional with Scripture to address each life need. For each day, there is a featured Scripture, devotion, prayer, and space for doodling, journaling, writing notes, or any other forms of creative expression. This deluxe book is extremely practical bringing Gods word to our lives today!