Download or read book Dare We Hope 2nd Edition written by Hans Urs von Balthasar and published by Ignatius Press. This book was released on 2014-11-20 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is perhaps one of the most misunderstood works of Catholic theology of our time. Critics contend that von Balthasar espouses universalism, the idea that all men will certainly be saved. Yet, as von Balthasar insists, damnation is a real possibility for anyone. Indeed, he explores the nature of damnation with sobering clarity. At the same time, he contends that a deep understanding of God’s merciful love and human freedom, and a careful reading of the Catholic tradition, point to the possibility—not the certainty—that, in the end, all men will accept the salvation Christ won for all. For this all-embracing salvation, von Balthasar says, we may dare hope, we must pray and with God’s help we must work. The Catholic Church’s teaching on hell has been generally neglected by theologians, with the notable exception of von Balthasar. He grounds his reflections clearly in Sacred Scripture and Catholic teaching. While the Church asserts that certain individuals are in heaven (the saints), she never declares a specific individual to be in hell. In fact, the Church hopes that in their final moments of life, even the greatest sinners would have repented of their terrible sins, and be saved. Sacred Scripture states, “God ... desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and man, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all” (1 Tim 2:4–5).

Download or read book Save the Date written by Jen Doll and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-05-05 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An “engaging and disarmingly honest” (People) examination of the search for love and the meaning of marriage in a time of anxiety, independence, and indecision. Weddings. They’re fun, festive, and joyful, and at a time when people marry later in life—and sometimes not at all—they offer endless opportunities to reexamine love and what we want for ourselves, regardless of whether or not our aim is a walk down the aisle. In Save the Date, Jen Doll charts the course of her own perennial wedding guesthood, from the ceremony of distant family members when she was eight to the recent nuptials of a new boyfriend’s friends. There’s the first trip home for a childhood pal’s big day, in which she learns that her first love has eloped to Hawaii. There’s the destination wedding attended with little baggage beyond a suitcase of strappy sandals and summery party dresses. Regrettably, there is a series of celebrations that mean the end to a valued friendship. There’s also the wedding that offers all the promise of new love. Wedding experiences come in as varied an assortment as the gowns at any bridal shop, and Doll turns a keen eye to each, delivering a heartfelt exploration of contemporary relationships. Funny, honest, and affecting, Save the Date is a fresh and spirited look at the many ways in which we connect to one another.

Download or read book Save the Date written by Various Authors and published by Bella Books. This book was released on 2021-06-01 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence for her shoe. A woman realizes she was meant to decline a wedding invitation, but only after she’s arrived. Can she borrow some of a stranger’s charm to make it through an awkward night? A power outage during a rehearsal dinner. A vanishing bride. A distraught groom. How’s an innkeeper to keep up? Especially when the bride reappears with a strange request: help her escape her own wedding. It’s awfully easy to bring “something old” to your wedding when one of the brides happens to be Death’s 700 year-old Head Minion. As if a museum wasn’t enough of a draw for a history nerd, throw in holograms, a secret wedding, and a mysteriously well-informed woman and things really get interesting. Weddings are so much more than parties. They’re a gathering of family and friends. The start of an adventure. And most importantly, they’re a celebration of love. From Bella Books comes a collection of short stories sure to put you in the mood to say “I do.” Enjoy these romantic stories from the following Bella authors: Tagan Shepard Jessie Chandler Louise McBain M.B. Guel E. J. Noyes Celeste Castro Kay Acker Dillon Watson Cade Haddock Strong Kate Gavin Jaime Clevenger

Download or read book Save the Date written by Mary Kay Andrews and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2014-06-03 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hired for a wedding she hopes will secure her career, florist Cara designs beautiful arrangements in spite of a personal belief that love does not exist, an opinion that is challenged when the bride goes missing.

Download or read book The Date to Save written by Stephanie Kate Strohm and published by Scholastic UK. This book was released on 2017-11-02 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After a scheduling mishap occurs one student tracks how her high school's homecoming game, the academic battle, and class election all ended up on the same day with hilarious results!

Download or read book Save the Date written by Allie Spencer and published by Random House. This book was released on 2013-06-20 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Family weddings can be hell... ...and, marooned in Italy for her cousin’s nuptials, Ailsa can be forgiven for thinking that this one is worse than most. With the bride and groom at loggerheads and the guests in uproar, it is a million miles away from the rest and relaxation she'd been hoping for. And then suddenly, in the middle of the mayhem, she comes face-to-face with Nick, the man she walked out on just a few months earlier. How can Ailsa help get the wedding back on track when she and Nick can’t stop arguing? But if they do, she might remember why she fell in love with him in the first place - and then there really would be trouble.

Download or read book Save the Date written by Jenny B. Jones and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2011-01-31 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Save the Date is a sweet romance filled with laugh-out-loud moments. Jones breathes new life into the clichéd ‘relationship of convenience’ plot with characters to root for.” —RT Book Reviews You are cordially invited to the wedding of the year with the most unlikely bride and groom. Save the date . . . and say your prayers. When funding for Lucy's non-profit job is pulled, she is determined to find out why. Enter Alex Sinclair, former professional football star and heir to Sinclair Enterprises—the primary donor to Lucy's non-profit organization. Both Lucy and Alex have something the other desperately wants. Alex has it all . . . except for the votes he needs to win his bid for Congress. Despite their mutual dislike, Alex makes Lucy a proposition: pose as his fiancée in return for the money she desperately needs. Bound to a man who isn't quite what he seems, Lucy finds her heart—and her future—on the line. Save the Date is a spunky romance that will have readers laughing out loud as this dubious pair try to save their careers, their dreams . . . and maybe even a date. “There are few things I love more than curling up with a Jenny B. Jones cast of characters. Save the Date was no exception.” —Kristin Billerbeck, author of The Theory of Happily Ever After “Jones’s sassy style is merely one of this romance novelist’s many endearing talents . . . Some subtle faith messages about trusting God despite painful pasts round out this fast-paced, lighthearted romantic escape.” —Publishers Weekly “If you love novels with real characters wrestling with life and faith while they find love, this is the book for you.” —Cara Putman, author of Delayed Justice

Download or read book God Saves written by Wayne G. Boulton and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2022-01-14 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God Saves is an argument for rediscovering one of Christianity's most ancient, potent, and liberating teachings, albeit one frequently maligned and misunderstood. In some circles, it's called the doctrine of predestination; in others, the doctrine of election. The time has come to reconsider it in the light of Christian scripture, and so to recast and reclaim it anew for the twenty-first century. At the heart of the doctrine is the idea of being "elected" or "chosen" by God for salvation, which would seem to be fertile ground for arrogance, anxiety, and division. Properly understood, however, the teaching cultivates the opposite: humility, assurance, and above all, companionship, even and especially with members of other religions, or no religion at all. In a lively, accessible style, Boulton draws on key biblical passages--from Genesis to Exodus to Paul's Letter to the Romans--to show how, at its core, the election doctrine is the Christian Gospel in two words: God saves. We don't. Religion doesn't. Or, if you prefer the Gospel in one word: Jesus, from a Greek transliteration of the Hebrew Yeshua, meaning "God saves."

Download or read book Dare written by Barry McDonagh and published by Bmd Publishing. This book was released on 2015-05-08 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DO NOT READ THIS BOOK IF YOU WANT TO JUST "MANAGE" YOUR ANXIETY There's a new and faster way for anxiety relief, but few have ever heard it. Most people are advised to either just "manage" their anxiety or medicate it away. If you're tired of just managing your anxiety and want a powerful natural solution, then apply the 'Dare' technique as explained in Barry McDonagh's latest book. Based on hard science and over 10 years helping people who suffer from anxiety, Barry McDonagh shares his most effective technique in this new book. The DARE technique can be used by everyone, regardless of age or background, to live a life free from anxiety or panic attacks. In this step-by-step guide you will discover how to: -Stop panic attacks and end feelings of general anxiety. -Face any anxious situation you've been avoiding (driving/flying/shopping etc.). -Put an end to anxious or intrusive thoughts. -Use the CORRECT natural supplements to relieve anxiety. -Boost your confidence and feel like your old self again. -Fall asleep faster and with less anxiety each night. -Live a more bold and adventurous life again! IMPORTANT: THIS IS MUCH MORE THAN JUST A BOOK It also comes with a free App for your smartphone as well as four audios for quick anxiety relief. With these new tools you can apply the DARE Response in any situation that makes you anxious (e.g. driving/shopping/traveling). Help is now just a click away. You can learn more at: http: //www.DareResponse.com

Download or read book Save the Date written by Lourdes Welhaven and published by Whale Harbor Press. This book was released on 2019-04-03 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some blind dates are worse than others... Little did paralegal Kelly Camden know that this blind date would set in motion a course of events that would cause her to be the lead suspect in a high profile murder. And if that wasn’t bad enough, Brad Howard, her blind date, was fighting for his life and Kelly is apparently the only one who can save him. All she has to do is give up the information that “they” want. Trouble is, she doesn’t know what that information could be, nor does she have any clue who “they” are. Kelly Camden works for one of the top law firms in Ainsworth, North Carolina. She loves her job as a paralegal. However, she is less than thrilled with her nearly non-existent love life. The few dates she's had in the past couple of years all seemed to get progressively worse. When Kelly is set up by a co-worker, she has very low expectations but is pleasantly surprised to find that Brad Howard, her date, seems attractive and nice. But just a few minutes into dinner, her date – the one decent date she's had in ages – suddenly collapses onto the floor of the restaurant. After Brad is taken away by ambulance, Kelly's life suddenly turns upside down when a series of strange and frightening messages come her way, threatening both her life and Brad’s. On top of it all, Kelly finds herself identified as the main suspect in a murder related to one of her firm's big cases. Worse yet, the messages continue to get more menacing making it clear that Brad is in danger and only Kelly can “save the date” - save Brad. With the help of her best friend and fellow paralegal, Sam Greyson, this “pair of legals” set out to unravel the wide-ranging mystery that threatens everyone in its path. “Save the Date” is the first book in the “A Pair of Legals Mystery” Series. If you like modern, action-packed, cozy mysteries with a hint of romance, then this page-turner is for you.

Download or read book The Profit Dare written by Timothy S. Kiser and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2018-09-27 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The vast majority of Americans are broke. Regrettably, that includes church members. Many pretend to be wealthy, but most are living paycheck to paycheck and have nothing saved for retirement. For most families, college without a heavy debt burden is, at best, a pipe dream. If that describes you, smile—I have good news for you! God has an excellent financial plan for you and your family. The Profit Dare is a scriptural journey. In it, eight pillars of prosperity are revealed for winning at wealth without losing your soul. God, through these pillars, utterly transformed Tim’s life. His story is shared with humility, gravity, candor, and a pinch of humor. God is no respecter of persons. When these pillars are put into play, lives are radically transformed!

Download or read book Flora s Dare written by Ysabeau S. Wilce and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2010-04-12 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The winner of the Andre Norton Award for Young Adult Science Fiction and Fantasy from the author of Flora Segunda and Flora’s Fury. Flora Fyrdraaca wants nothing more than to be a ranger, and for that she must master the magickal—and dangerous—language of Gramatica. But before she can find the ideal teacher, her aspirations are put to the test. Would a true ranger be intimidated by a tentacle that reaches for her from the depths of a toilet? Be daunted by her best friend’s transformation into a notorious outlaw, thanks to a pair of sparkly stolen boots? Be cowed by the revelation that only she can rescue the city of Califa from the violent earthquakes that threaten its survival? Never. Saving her city and her best friend are the least a Girl of Spirit can do—yet what Flora doesn’t expect are the life-altering revelations she learns about her family and herself. This ebook features a teaser chapter from the third Flora book, Flora’s Fury. “This fresh and funky setting is rich with glorious costumes, innovative language and tantalizing glimpses of history.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review “Wilce creates a fantastic and unique world . . . Guaranteed thrills, chills, and amazing revelations.” —Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) “The author had me firmly in her grip and I followed Flora’s magical mishaps, her accidental time travels and the big showdown with great pleasure.” —SFF Book Reviews “Fast moving and fun . . . The action is nonstop, and the characters enchanting.” —SF Site

Download or read book A Foundation and Plain Instruction of the Saving Doctrine of Our Lord Jesus Christ written by Menno Simons and published by . This book was released on 1863 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Love Dare written by Alex Kendrick and published by B&H Publishing Group. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unconditional love is eagerly promised at weddings, but rarely practiced in real life. As a result, romantic hopes are often replaced with disappointment in the home. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. The Love Dare, the New York Times No. 1 best seller that has sold five million copies and was major plot device in the popular movie Fireproof, is a 40-day challenge for husbands and wives to understand and practice unconditional love. Whether your marriage is hanging by a thread or healthy and strong, The Love Dare is a journey you need to take. It’s time to learn the keys to finding true intimacy and developing a dynamic marriage. This second edition also features a special link to a free online marriage evaluation, a new preface by Stephen and Alex Kendrick, minor text updates, and select testimonials from The Love Dare readers. Take the dare!

Download or read book Salvation is More Than Being Saved written by Jack Hyles and published by Jack Hyles Library. This book was released on 2022-07-13 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Salvation Is More Than Being Saved, Dr. Jack Hyles takes the reader through the inner workings of salvation to help him realize that there is so much more to salvation than just being rescued from the depths of Hell. If that is all salvation was, it would be wonderful; however, God has taken the gift of salvation and packaged it with many other doctrines and has presented it freely to all mankind.

Download or read book A Spartan s Kiss written by Billi Jean and published by Totally Entwined Group (USA+CAD). This book was released on 2013-03-11 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After enduring centuries of life, Aeros the captain of the immortal Spartans, discovers his grey existence may end—in the arms of Tabithia. Only Tabithia is a witch guilty of crossing Ares, the god responsible for Areos' existence. Tabithia has feared meeting the warrior an ancient hag once predicted would someday command her obedience. But when Tabithia takes a job guiding Aeros and his team of Spartan to a stolen artifact, her fear disappears under his slow, wicked seduction. Aeros will battle anything to claim Tabithia and the future they could have together—even his god Ares—but when he learns the battle might be within Tabithia, he learns that true love does not come with a command.

Download or read book Women Empowerment in Nation Building written by A.P. Chaaru Latha and published by Shanlax Publications. This book was released on with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book traces the path towards women empowerment in nation building based on various themes contemplating towards equity approach. Empowerment encapsules gender and equity giving rise to various analysis and interpretations to interrogate one’s identity and culture. The delineated topics have unfolded the various context to understand women’s active participation in Nation building be it health, political, social, religion, peace makers, economic and media, encapsulate women’s empowerment. The writings on “Women Empowerment in Nation Building” are a source of material for those who want to explore and research on the various themes addressed in this book. It also has a great impetus on the ongoing feminist theory and praxis in India.