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  Everyday Activism - Following 7...

  J.W. Buck

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  Many of us think of activism as signing petitions, attending rallies or marches, or engaging in political agendas. But what does it look like to be moved by the things that moved God's heart in the day-to-day? How can we live in such a way that we are always, out of habit, contributing to a more just society? 
   
  In this inspiring and accessible book, pastor J.W. Buck shows you how to engage in 7 practices to be a faithful activist in the world today, including choosing 
   
  · thoughtful resistance over thoughtless compliance 
  · loving your neighbor over fearing your differences 
  · seeking forgiveness over revenge 
  · resting over endless working 
  · practicing nonviolence over violence 
  · and more 
   
  If you've wanted to get involved in justice work but aren't sure where to start, this practical and visually engaging book will show you how you can develop everyday habits drawn from the life of Jesus that make the world a better place.

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  Free to Lean - Making Peace with...

  Jocelyn Green

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  Do you feel like you have a lopsided life? Good. You're normal! Instead of constantly trying to "fix" our lives by achieving some perfect balance that doesn't exist, let's dump the guilt and admit that we need to lean into God. His perfect plan for us includes seasons of life when we may be more focused on caring for our children or our elderly parents, working for pay, or volunteering at church. Free to Lean gives you permission to recognize the season you're in and live in harmony with it. Free to Lean will help you to: Stop feeling “less than” for not being able to do more Shed the burden of other people’s expectations Find ways to prioritize and order your life Learn to recognize the various seasons in each of our lives Develop the five pillars even the unbalanced woman must lean upon Grow in your confidence of God’s plans for your life So grab your cup of coffee and copy of Free to Lean. Stop feeling guilty about not “doing it all,” and refocus your thoughts on leaning into Jesus. Allow Him to make your lopsided life complete.

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  Painted Eyes

  Danny Bryan

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  In the cold village of River Banks, a beautiful girl Meredith, lost her eyesight to the tragedy of war. Her mother clung to a glimmer of hope, of an old folklore that travelled in whispers around the town of a witch who crafted wooden masks, bound with magic so powerful that whoever wore them would see the world in a different light. The tale promised that anyone who was blind would see again, but the stories all warned of a terrible cost and ended with the same eerie words: A mask may be taken but a life must be given.

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  Braving Change - Release the...

  Andi Andrew

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  Change in our lives is inevitable whether it is a change we desire, like a new job or a new city, or one thrust upon us, like the loss of a loved one or a challenge to our health. Either way, we get to choose who we become as a result of these changes in our lives. Change is a powerful teacher, shaping and molding us more into the likeness of Christ as we let it do its work. 
   
   
   
  Combining biblical wisdom with inspiring personal stories, Braving Change helps you 
   
   
   
  ● recognize the transition you are in 
   
   
   
  ● recover from loss 
   
   
   
  ● reclaim your power to make healthy choices 
   
   
   
  ● rebuild after change 
   
   
   
  Each chapter includes reflection questions and a guided prayer to help you make sense of the change you're experiencing so that you can grow through it and be prepared for the next change that comes your way.

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  The Heir of Mistmantle

  M. I. McAllister

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  A baby girl has just been born... ...to King Crispin and Queen Cedar. She is Catkin, the heir to the throne of Mistmantle. Everyone on the island gathers for the joyful celebration of the Naming Ceremony. But that night the princess mysteriously disappears.  All clues point to her caretaker, Linty, a mother squirrel who had gone mad with grief because of a tragedy that occurred during Husk's evil reign. The islanders fall into crisis as a mysterious illness takes hold and begins to spread. Tensions mount as strange sightings are reported—could Husk still be alive?  In this next thrilling entry of the Mistmantle Chronicles, the islanders will have to overcome their greatest fears to save Princess Catkin and bring stability back to their beloved home.

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  The Diamond Sutra - The Lost...

  Unknown Unknown

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  The Diamond Sutra, also known as the Vajracchedikā Prajñāpāramitā Sūtra, is a significant Buddhist text that belongs to the Prajñāpāramitā genre, which emphasizes the perfection of wisdom. The Diamond Sutra is considered one of the earliest dated printed texts, dating back to 868 CE. The narrative within the Diamond Sutra revolves around a conversation between the Buddha and his disciple Subhuti. 
   
  In this dialogue, the Buddha imparts profound teachings on the nature of reality, emphasizing the concept of emptiness (śūnyatā). The central theme is the transcendence of conventional understanding and the realization that all phenomena lack inherent existence. The title "Diamond Sutra" suggests the sutra's ability to cut through illusion and delusion, much like a diamond's sharpness. 
   
  The Buddha employs skillful means to guide Subhuti toward enlightenment, emphasizing the importance of cultivating a mind free from attachment and conceptual limitations. The text challenges conventional notions of self, perception, and reality, encouraging practitioners to go beyond dualistic thinking and recognize the interdependence of all phenomena. 
   
  Throughout the narrative, the Buddha illustrates the nature of emptiness by deconstructing common concepts such as form, sensation, perception, mental formations, and consciousness. The Diamond Sutra concludes with a reminder that the teachings are like a raft meant to help individuals cross the river of suffering, but once the other shore is reached, the raft is no longer needed. 
   
  Overall, the Diamond Sutra serves as a guide to realizing the ultimate truth, transcending dualities, and attaining liberation from the cycle of birth and death (samsara). Its teachings have had a profound impact on Mahayana Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of wisdom, compassion, and the path to enlightenment.

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