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“YE ARE THE SALT OP THE EARTH: BUT IF THE SALT HAVE LOST HIS SAVOUR, WHEREWITH SHALL IT BE SALTED? IT IS THENCEFORTH GOOD POR NOTHING, BUT TO BE CAST OUT, AND TO BE TRODDEN UNDER FOOT OP MEN.” The words which we have before us naturally and most conveniently suggest a threefold division of the subject. First, there is a dignity: “Ye are the salt of the earth.” Then, secondly, a danger—that of losing our savour; a thing the more dangerous, as we are appointed not to get a savour from others, but to impart one to them. And then, thirdly, a doom; such savourless salt shall “be cast...

He needs a wife... But he doesn't want one. Find out what happens when he places an ad for a wife and finds a woman he can't live without. Cash's grandfather left him the family home but he can't take possession of it unless he has a family of his own. He places an ad in the local classifieds and is shocked when Maggie shows up at his door. She was the one that got away. But not this time. He'll do everything he can to win her trust back and be the man she deserves. But will it be enough to make up for shattering her heart? Or will the two of them say goodbye just as fast as they said I do?...

Dare to enter Harmony House... if you can survive its curse. Nestled in the heart of Brooklyn, New York, Harmony House is a striking estate with an allure that draws people in—only to trap them in a web of terror. Five new owners have crossed its threshold, each unaware of the horrors waiting inside. What starts as a dream home quickly turns into a nightmare as they confront the malevolent spirits that haunt its halls. Each story reveals the twisted history of Harmony House through the eyes of its ill-fated residents. From terrifying apparitions to sinister forces that toy with the mind, ...

Illness and injury have become an accepted part of our lives. However, we can all do more to help ourselves and others gain an improvement in health, or achieve complete recovery from any number of afflictions. Through experiments using Crystal Wands, Richard Gentle takes you on a unique tour of healing. You will be guided through the process of natural healing; learn how to increase your own healing ability through simple exercises; and make your own Crystal Healing Wand. Using Crystal Wands speeds up the process of natural healing by about four times. Wands seem most effective on easing ...

Embark on a botanical odyssey with "The Green Thumb's Almanac," a comprehensive guide dedicated to the verdant enthusiasts determined to perfect the conditions for thriving plant life. Delve into the enchanting world of plants, where the delicate balance of light, temperature, and humidity unlocks the secrets to unparalleled growth and vitality. Our journey commences with a deep dive into the essence of light, unveiling the spectrum of photosynthesis and the strategies for harnessing it to foster impeccable plant morphology. Master the role of artificial and natural light, gaining insights ...

Quest for Light brings the Magi to life as we join in their harrowing adventure across Persia in search of the one, true God. Appealing to the Magi through His star, God called upon these warrior priests to be among the first people to learn of the Messiah's birth. Our journey takes us along The Silk Road, the first century's information super-highway, where we meet the soldiers, merchants, and other travelers whose lives intersect with the Magi and their companions. By sharing the Magi's experience, we come to understand why they deserted their families and risked their lives to undertake ...

How far will a kid go to survive on the streets of Chicago? When life is a series of stops and starts, it's easy to go too far before you know it. Chris started out like a golden apple on a tree. Will he ripen in the sunshine and reach his full potential, or will he fall and rot before someone can save him? 2234 words

The stories you’ve dreamed of; the people you crave to meet; or would love to be. The aliens who’d make you shiver, or laugh. The huge risks of guiding your spacecraft here, or there. The adventures you’d have if only you had the nerve… Or the utter romance of doing that… The humour of orbital disasters and alien conflicts; the perils of ill-advised time-interference; the sheer romance of null-gravity love; the terrors of a leaky hull; the fear of a bullying boss when you’re a thousand light years beyond.; the choices you face in the big, black Vac. Mostly a laugh or a satisfied...

She's on fire. He's cold as ice. Only together can they uncover the truth. Blaise is a brilliant risk analyst who is skyrocketing up the corporate ladder—until she discovers she possesses dangerous fire magic that threatens to burn down her entire life. Her childhood friend Tristan is an ice wizard and jaded detective for the Order of Twilight. Consumed by his parents' cold case, he's on the trail of a fearsome creature of living flame that leaves nothing of its victims but ashes. Blaise is his prime suspect in a string of magical murders. To prove her innocence, she must join forces with...

When Victor Kensington, heir to one of the wealthiest fortunes in Cedar Grove, drops dead at the glamorous Midnight Masquerade, whispers of foul play ripple through the grand estate. The Kensington family’s wealth and secrets are a dangerous combination, and everyone in attendance is a suspect. Lila Harrington, a local innkeeper and amateur sleuth, is no stranger to mystery. She can’t resist the call to uncover the truth hidden behind the family’s gilded facade. As secrets unravel and connections to a missing heirloom emerge, Lila is drawn into the glittering yet treacherous world of ...

The latest thrilling collection of “Vampire for Hire” stories featuring vampire private eye, Samantha Moon, including: Silver Hammer - When a silver hammer appears in the hands of one of Samantha Moon’s closest friends―along with a bloodthirsty need to use it―the vampire detective is about to discover just how clever the Universe can be... When Sam Met Santa - When Santa Claus shows up at Sam Moon's door, it's hardly the strangest thing that's ever happened to her. What happens next, however, is another story... One Swallow - A murdered wife. A desperate husband seeking revenge. ...

He’s a weapon dealer. She’s an overprotected mafia princess. Nina Miranda and Dodger Cervantes met at the airport. It felt like fate had brought them together. And tore them apart. Because Nina was the younger sister of the head of the Miranda Mafia and Dodger’s biggest contract to date. Dodge Cervantes had spent his entire life trying to distance himself from the shadow of his father. This move was his biggest milestone to prove he's nothing like the man who raised him. Then Nina came into his life, and now everything has turned upside down. Nina Miranda was tired of her family’s ...

Who Killed Marjie Cabbage? Millie Culpepper is a big, beautiful woman with a voice to die for. But having been betrayed by her lover, she walked away from her band and came back to town nursing a broken heart. She spends her days working in Bernie’s Bazaar, selling a weird selection of pre-loved items, and her evenings enjoying comfort food. Then, Hawksley’s resident busybody Marjorie Cribbage-Hobbes is found murdered and Millie’s employer and friend is the prime suspect. Determined to clear Bernie’s name, Millie begins her own investigation and discovers that Marjorie made a lot of...

We are energetic beings inhabiting physical bodies. As such, learning to manage, utilize, maximize and balance our energy is the focal point of each lifetime. Our energy is manifested by and maintained by the five elements of fire, water, air (or wood, in Chinese Five Element Theory), earth and metal, and the four directions: east, west, north and south. As each lifetime begins, it begins with us being called into our physical body by these energies. As each lifetime progresses, we have the opportunity to form a partnership with these energies that sustains us. As each lifetime ends, we are...

A Cupcakes-and-Crime Caper When cupcake-loving croupier Tiffany Black investigates the death of a local prankster, she's pleased when she seems to have solved it straight away... "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" One suspect "confesses" to the crime immediately. And then another suspect “confesses” to being the real killer. And then another suspect confesses. And another... and another. Soon Tiffany and Ian find themselves back to square one, unsure of who the real killer is, and why all their suspects are intent on confessing their “guilt”. Meanwhile, Ian joins a ...

This eBook explores the life, achievements, and legacy of Sir Isaac Newton, one of the most influential scientists in history. From his early years as a curious and independent thinker to his groundbreaking contributions in mathematics, physics, and astronomy, Newton's work revolutionized the scientific world. Known for his formulation of the laws of motion and universal gravitation, Newton's theories not only laid the foundation for classical mechanics but also altered our understanding of the universe itself. The eBook dives into Newton’s significant inventions, such as the reflective ...

Alicia Fields the first daughter of Ava fields works as a nanny for Michael Landon, a widower with two children Vera and Michael Junior. Fearful that Michael might die due to a heart attack from grieving his late wife Gianna, Alicia tries to set him up with a friend of his Justine, hoping he could be happy again but for some reason, Michael keeps gravitating towards her. Soon, she finds herself falling in love with him but her guilt at falling for her late boss Gianna's husband feels her with dread. Not only that, her ex Kennedy who left few days to their wedding suddenly resurfaces back to...

Books 28, 29, and 30 in the international #1 bestselling “Vampire for Hire” series, including: MOON MAGIC (Book #28) Quentin Arnbury is a Creator. He’s also the author of the popular Contest of Sovereignty series of fantasy novels. Like most true creators, his characters are real and exist in a parallel world designed and constructed by Arnbury himself. But when something dark appears in his fantasy land, a darkness not of his creation, Quentin is powerless to stop it. That is, until he remembers Samantha Moon... the daring vampire detective who saved him and other creators from the ...

One summer to save the man I love from an arranged marriage. Or lose him forever. Ajax Christos is any woman’s dream guy – he’s kind, smoking hot, and emotionally available. So, what’s the catch? Well, he lives halfway across the world on a tiny Greek island. Despite the distance, Ajax and I hang out every day via video and text. It’s like having a virtual boyfriend who doesn’t require me to commit my heart and soul. It’s the perfect arrangement. Until he tells me his parents are planning a big, fat Greek wedding for him to wed an island girl who left home and is returning ...

When Tiff and Rosie investigate the death of Nora, a troubled young woman, their investigation leads them straight to one of the businesses that dangerous mobsters called the Stiralshiki might be involved in. Can the duo solve the mystery of Nora's death and deal a blow to the Stiralshiki, or will the killers stay one step ahead of them? Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery." - Jaycie D, Amazon.com "A fun cozy mystery with engaging and entertaining characters" - lq, Amazon.com "For fans of Janet Evanovich, Rhys Bowen ...