Modern Day

Tackling a key theme each month, from Happiness and Health to Money and Politics, Everyday Stoicism guides you through the calendar year to build a toolkit of simple exercises and practical ideas for how to live these values every day. So, harness the collective wisdom of the ancient Stoic philosophers today and discover the joy of everyday stoicism.

Tucked away between the pages of Nehemiah and Job is the intriguing story of Esther, a young orphan girl who suddenly finds herself in a beauty contest to become the next queen of Persia. It has all of the ingredients of a delightful fairy tale, yet reveals important truths from God's Word. What would the story of Esther look like today? What relevant issues would Esther face in today's culture? How would God use her for a time such as this? Meet Estella, a modern-day Esther. Orphaned at a young age, she is taken in by a devoted uncle who raises her to love and trust the Lord. Her faith is ...

The Alliance is losing. Their most critical weapon, seventeen-year-old witch Nathan Brynn, has killed fifty-two people, and yet he's no closer to ending the tyrannical, abusive rule of the Council of Witches in England. Nor is Nathan any closer to his personal goal: getting revenge on Annalise, the girl he once loved, before she committed an unthinkable crime. There is an amulet, protected by the extremely powerful witch Ledger, which could be the tool Nathan needs to save himself and the Alliance. But the amulet is not so easily acquired.

Rose suffers from phobophobia, the fear of fear. On the windowless, thirty-second floor of the Rampion Garden Towers, Rose lives in complete solitude. With a skewed look at the outside via internet and television, Rose is frightened of that world. Oliver needs to get away from the stress of his job. When the only penthouse suite with an exclusive rooftop putting green opens up at the Rampion Garden Towers, he snatches it up. It's the only condo in the city with its own rooftop putting green. Curious about the neighboring, windowless shut-in, Oliver is stunned when his wayward golf ball hits...

Unlock the dark and convoluted world of modern terrorism in this comprehensive guide. “Terrorism” dissects the intricate network of factors that have shaped contemporary terrorist activities and strategies. From the very first chapter, dive into the evolving tactics and pivotal differences that distinguish today’s terrorist groups from their predecessors, while exploring the profound impact globalization has had on these nefarious agendas. Navigate the labyrinth of radicalization pathways, where socioeconomic pressures, psychological influences, and cunning recruitment strategies ...

Sometimes it takes decades to find your true family… but only a moment to lose them.Separated at birth, these twins find they have more than genetics in common: they’re both the target of killers who are willing to risk everything to take them out. Third book in That Twin Thing series, the excitement keeps on going for Van, Junior, Cindy, and everyone else they meet. Was peace even possible?

Hidden Truths: The Magic of Mysticism and Its Modern-Day Applications is about the eight laws of the Universe and how to use them to improve your life. The Kybalion, the main text of hermetic philosophy, includes the seven universal laws. Hidden Truths delves into each of these laws and uses modern-day applications to explain each law. The book includes astrology, mythology, and spiritual buzzwords that originate from these laws. These buzzwords are explained in relationship to the spiritual laws so the listener understands the origins and why the concepts work.

The world thought he was dead...Living in the underbelly of New York City, James Stone has mastered the art of anonymity. A forgotten fugitive, Stone lives a quiet life as bodyguard to Luca O'Driscoll, the son of a powerful crime syndicate boss. But when disaster strikes, and Luca is taken hostage by an unknown foe with a score to settle against Stone's employer, James finds himself thrust into a deadly game of survival. As old wounds reopen, and secrets threaten to unravel, Stone has one final chance to find Luca before the world learns the truth, and his status atop the Most Wanted list ...

Be the One! The Ten Lepers of the Modern-day World, tells of the sickness of leprosy from the spiritual point of view rather than the physical point of view as discussed in the Bible. Leprosy is not only a physical infirmity, but it is also described as a morally or spiritually harmful influence [Merriam-Webster Dictionary]The spiritual Leper is one who has suffered from any numerous life bondages and sin; an individual who has spiritually and morally been broken, ashamed, condemned and entangled with expectations of proving their value and worth through the perceptions they have placed ...

From being denied by her birth parents to marrying the wrong man, Alexa Winston has learned to cope with disappointment and heartache by masking her true self from the world. Divorced and finally living on her own terms, she shrouds herself in half-truths and bravado, content to live her quiet, predictable life—until she finds the job and the man of her dreams. As she falls deeper into both, and into a world ruled by powerful players jockeying for influence and dominance at all costs, she’s forced to weigh her truths against reality.

This book provides details on the origins of Saint Patrick's day, including: The life and work of Saint Patrick Cultural Symbology Traditions and Celebrations

Just as the title implies, this book reveals how you have been deceived on a MASSIVE scale that scripture actually prophesied (Rev 12:9, 20:7-8), we have researched the numerous " prophetic understandings" being widely taught, and they are wrong. This, seven years later, when I began learning, still astonishes me. That is the mythbusting aspect of the book or 1st argument presented, the 2nd argument is the replacement offered. So, even if you disagree with the replacement, that is only the second argument and you are still freed from the myth!

Follow Jason as he takes us from the training grounds of Fort Bragg, NC, to the mountains of Afghanistan, to the mean streets of Phoenix as a police officer. And from the earthquake remains of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to the beaches of Hawaii to being wounded in the line of duty and left crippled and homeless.

Suzanne Warye was a 39-year-old mom to a newborn the day she woke up with a hangover and decided to quit alcohol for good. In the years since, Suzanne has realized the myth of moderation and the limitations of the rock bottom narrative, and has inspired her hundreds of thousands of followers around the world to embrace her joyful brand of sobriety. With her trademark flair and sense of humor that keeps her listeners engaged, blending memoir with takeaways and cultural insights, she will help you find freedom from alcohol. Your life is waiting on the other side.

His angelic beauty is frightening, and I want no part of it. I’m trapped by him now in a dark place, and I can’t escape. I vowed to bring him down, and I won’t rest until I do.

“You’re Hunting Her Sex, She’s Hunting Your Manhood, That’s Why You Lose To Her Every Time.” Your interactions with women will significantly change if you understand the female thought process, the motivations behind her actions, and then learning the specific techniques you can use to change her perspective in order to influence her thinking. It’s very important that every man learns how women really think and why she makes the decisions she does, rather than acting on what they "think" will work instead of what actually does. Now you can see what she can't, understand her ...

Do you believe in fairy tales? It was almost as if the red dress found Sandra when she needed it most. It was almost as if the red dress knew what she needed - to feel more confident, to look more radiant, to appear stronger than she was. It was almost as if the red dress knew that the one thing that was missing in her life was her soul mate? It was almost as if the red dress was magical. Sandra didn't believe in magic. She believed in being strong and being able to take care of herself. In a time when it wasn't popular for women to not get married early, Sandra was focused on her career. ...

The red dress did it's magic for Sandra and now it was time to do the same for Tracy. Tracy didn't know where her life was headed but the red dress showed up in her life and suddenly, things were happening for her. The red dress gave her confidence and strength and her life started changing - for the better. Did the red dress know that what she needed most in her life was to find her soul mate? It was almost as if the red dress was magical. Tracy just wanted to get her degree and be happy. But the red dress had bigger plans for her. The Red Dress is a sweet romance that is clean and ...

The Shaman's Last Apprentice is the true story of an English woman's apprenticeship with an Ayahuasquero shaman. A vision summons Rebekah from the mountains of Machu Picchu and leads her to a little village tucked away on a tributary of the Amazon River. There, she learns the ancient wisdom of the powerful plant Ayahuasca, discovers the truth about herself, and brings back a message of hope from this sacred place, for these times of instability and change.

The Power of Faith: Modern-Day Miracles Inspired by Acts 3 Discover a world where faith transcends the ordinary and miracles become a tangible reality in "The Power of Faith: Modern-Day Miracles Inspired by Acts 3." This inspiring book takes you on a journey through the miraculous events of the Bible, particularly focusing on Acts 3, where Peter and John heal a lame beggar at the temple gate called Beautiful. Through this lens, we explore how the same divine power that performed wonders in ancient times continues to work in our lives today.Key Features: Biblical Foundations: Delve into the ...