Download or read book A Pure Heart written by Rajia Hassib and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-08-04 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Exquisite. . . . Anchoring the story is a pair of Cairo-born sisters whose fates spin in radically different directions in the wake of the Egyptian revolution. . . . A lovely novel that does a remarkable job of bringing troubling realities to light, and life." --Vanity Fair A powerful novel about two Egyptian sisters--their divergent fates and the secrets of one family Sisters Rose and Gameela Gubran could not have been more different. Rose, an Egyptologist, married an American journalist and immigrated to New York City, where she works in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Gameela, a devout Muslim since her teenage years, stayed in Cairo. During the aftermath of Egypt's revolution, Gameela is killed in a suicide bombing. When Rose returns to Egypt after the bombing, she sifts through the artifacts Gameela left behind, desperate to understand how her sister came to die, and who she truly was. Soon, Rose realizes that Gameela has left many questions unanswered. Why had she quit her job just a few months before her death and not told her family? Who was she romantically involved with? And how did the religious Gameela manage to keep so many secrets? Rich in depth and feeling, A Pure Heart is a brilliant portrait of two Muslim women in the twenty-first century and the decisions they make in work and love that determine their destinies. As Rose is struggling to reconcile her identities as an Egyptian and as a new American, she investigates Gameela's devotion to her religion and her country. The more Rose uncovers about her sister's life, the more she must reconcile their two fates, their inextricable bond as sisters, and who should and should not be held responsible for Gameela's death. Rajia Hassib's A Pure Heart is a stirring and deeply textured novel that asks what it means to forgive, and considers how faith, family, and love can unite and divide us.
Download or read book Pure Heart written by Thomas Cole and published by Pure Heart Ministries. This book was released on 2008-09-27 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Pure Heart: Restoration of the Heart through the Beatitudes" is a journey into the deep treasures of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. Each chapter addresses one of the eight Beatitudes in a unique approach to inner healing. God longs for us to know Him, and He wants to heal the wounds in our hearts. You may find it difficult to receive love from God or from others because of past abuse or neglect, but desire to go deeper into the Lord's heart. This book is for you. You will discover God's abiding affections toward you and explore His promises over you. As you seek Him for healing, may He restore your heart to wholeness and fulfill the promises of blessing in your life. Tom and Donna Cole have ministered in restoration of the heart and inner healing since 1989. Their desire is to see the Church walk in fullness without the hindrance of wounds and shame. They have spoken nationally and internationally on the healing heart of the Father and speak at conferences, seminars and retreats on issues such as the deeper Christian life and having a life of prayer. They also speak at Pure Heart seminars and retreats, based on this book. For more information, you can visit their website at www.pureheartseminars.com.
Download or read book The Pure Heart written by Trudi Tweedie and published by Chicken House. This book was released on 2020-02-06 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Iseabail is employed by a wealthy merchant to be his daughter's companion, her life changes forever. Transported from her remote island home to the Scottish borderlands, Iseabail is unnerved both by her precocious young charge and the house's secrets: a hidden chapel, servants who speak in a foreign tongue, a mute stableboy. And then the merchant returns with a mysterious cargo. Why has Iseabail really been summoned here? And will she ever make it back home?
Download or read book Pure Heart written by Troylyn Ball and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2017-02-07 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is nothing stronger than a mother’s love . . . except a good glass of moonshine. The mountains of North Carolina are rich—lush with the greens and blues of the seven-mile views and bursting with a culture where the ways of Old Appalachia meet the new South. This is the heart of moonshine country, where they practice an art passed down from generation to generation, crafted not only out of pride and ingenuity, but also out of a daring to push the boundaries of the law to create a product that has come, in many ways, to symbolize America. Troy Ball is a classic Southern belle, with an easy charm, impeccable manners, a wide smile, and golden-blond hair. But beneath that crisp white blouse and strand of pearls is a streak of tenacity a mile wide. In the early 2000s, Troy and her husband, Charlie, left their native Texas for the up-and-coming town of Asheville, North Carolina, because the climate was better for the health of their two severely ill, special-needs sons. Troy found there something the dedicated mom never expected: time for herself. And then along came Forrest Jarrett, an Appalachian raconteur with a pickup truck, a thousand stories to tell, and a sip or two of white squeezings, aka moonshine, to share with the newcomer. What followed was a surprising friendship and a five-year journey into the heart of distilling old-fashioned corn whiskey. Stretching back to Colonial times and forward to today and the Byzantine laws Troy had to navigate to become the first female legal moonshiner in the history of the South, this a true moonshine-making odyssey that will touch your soul. When the real estate crash wiped out her family financially and threatened the safety of her children, Troy realized that moonshine was more than a hobby . . . her world-class whiskey (and newfound friends) could save her family, too. Pure Heart is a story of dedication, inspiration, and days spent in a run-down shack in the company of some of the finest and funniest good-old boys you’d ever want to meet. It is the story of how a strong woman used grit and determination to launch a thriving business, and what a mother will do to help her children. It is also about sharing a drink with friends—and all that is great about the South.
Download or read book Pure in Heart written by Dallin H. Oaks and published by Bookcraft, Incorporated. This book was released on 1988 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pure in Heart written by J. Garrett Kell and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2021-07-08 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience Freedom from Sexual Sin through the Power of the Savior Many women and men trapped in sexual sin believe willpower is the key to overcoming temptation, but your shaky self-discipline doesn't have to be the source of your strength. Sharing from his personal struggles, J. Garrett Kell explains that life-long transformation rests in the supernatural power of the Savior and the support of a local church. He offers profound insights into Jesus's teachings on purity and provides you with long-term strategies for your own pathway to freedom. Written for both men and women struggling with temptation, this book is a vital resource for the church, encouraging a healthy, empathetic community to help brothers and sisters in Christ resist sin. The goal isn't purity for purity's sake, but delighting in God and trusting him for ultimate victory.
Download or read book Awaken the Pure Heart written by Tallal Alie Turfe and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2017-12-22 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In America, we live in a fast-paced, self-indulgent society of pleasure-seeking people who predicate their lifestyles on consumer-oriented and materialistic notions. Influenced by this world around us, our hearts may become faithless, dishonest, deceptive, distressed, and, at times, evil. Hence, our hearts become damaged. However, in the quiet of our solitude, we can deeply reflect on how to become devout and pious as we awaken the pure heart. In Awaken the Pure Heart, author Tallal Alie Turfe explains that while the heart pumps blood through the network of arteries and veins called the cardiovascular system, it is also the spiritual control center of lifethe very center of our existence, and the very essence of who we are. The heart is the center of the soul. It is the seat of our emotional intelligence, intention, and desires, and it is the point of our personal contact with God as He judges. By looking to the Quran as a healing source and by slowing down and reflecting in solitude through prayer and supplication, we too can restore our hearts and the hearts of others. The heart is more than the most important organ in the human body. It is also the quintessence of our spiritual and emotional well-being. Acceptance causes the heart to be elated or jubilant, while rejection causes the heart to be saddened or troubled. Thus, by listening to our hearts, we can discover how to embrace its purity and live with virtue in the modern world.
Download or read book Loving from a Pure Heart written by Wendy J. Mahil and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2012-06 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Loving from a Pure Heart is a Christ-centered curriculum for those who struggle with the pain of dysfunctional relationships. It explores the faces of dysfunctional relationships, covering topics like distorted senses of reality, distorted senses of responsibility, control issues, chronic loneliness, and woundedness. It looks at roots of dysfunction, exploring topics like love hunger, addictions, abuse, legalism, and shame bound families. It provides tools for overcoming dysfunction by understanding the call of God to love as He loves and heart issues that hinder that. It talks about the art of building mutual relationships, loving in difficult circumstances, and understanding the love of God and living in light of that love. If you desire healthier, more meaningful relationships this book would be beneficial and can be used in private study, in counseling settings, or support group settings. Wendy J. Mahill is a member of the AACC, a lay counselor at Riverlakes Community Church in Bakersfield, California, and director of Passionate Heart Ministry. She's written three other books: Growing a Passionate Heart designed to help Survivors of childhood sexual abuse, Growing a Courageous Heart designed to help women struggling with eating disorders, and Embracing a Feeling Heart designed to help people understand the role emotions play in their lives. For more information visit: www.passionateheartministry.com. Nancy Keller has been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice since 2001. She resides in Bakersfield, California and has a passion to help people become emotionally healthy, She works with people suffering from childhood sexual victimization, depression, anxiety, loss, relationship issues, and those whose spouses struggle with sexual addiction. She leads a L.I.F.E. Group for women whose husbands with sexual addictions and/or infidelity. Nancy trains and equips leaders of Passionate Heart Ministry and enjoys sharing her own personal journey overcoming the effects of sexual abuse.
Download or read book Pure Heart written by Shellie R. Warren and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our culture has twisted and perverted God's most intimate gift--sex and sexuality. And men are not the only ones who struggle with sexual sin. In this frank and disarming book, Shellie Warren helps female readers understand and embrace the true purpose and role of sex in their lives. Whether single or married, women must cope with issues surrounding body image, lust, adultery, sexual addiction, porn, and more. This honest treatment of a hush-hush issue will free women to experience forgiveness and renewal. Includes a foreword and afterword from XXXchurch founder Craig Gross.
Download or read book Pure Heart Enlightened Mind written by Maura O'Halloran and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-04-17 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1979, 24-year-old Maura O'Halloran left her waitressing job in Boston and began her study of Zen in Japan. Today she is revered as a Buddhist saint, and a statue in her honor stands at the monastery where she lived. This is the story of her journey.
Download or read book Pure Heart Enlightened Mind written by Maura O'Halloran and published by HarperThorsons. This book was released on 1998-08 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the age of 24, Maura O'Halloran travelled to Japan, where she spent three years studying Zen Buddhism. On her way back to Ireland, she was tragically killed, and is now venerated as a Buddhist saint.
Download or read book Pure Heart written by William F. Quigley (Jr.) and published by Civil War in the North. This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cover -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Map Legend -- Acknowledgments -- Prologue -- Chapter 1: The Idol Is Party -- Chapter 2: To Dwell Together in Unity -- Chapter 3: I Will Pay My Vows -- Chapter 4: A Very Large Fight -- Chapter 5: Dethroning Their Ebon Idol -- Chapter 6: This Field Shall Be a Mecca -- Chapter 7: The Armour Is God's Armour -- Chapter 8: I Pray I May Fall as Nobly -- Chapter 9: Proof That It Comes from God -- Chapter 10: Among the Pure, One of the Purest -- Epilogue -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Index
Download or read book The Intelligent Heart the Pure Heart written by Gohar Mushtaq and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The role of the human heart according to Islamic writings in comparison with modern science.
Download or read book Finding My Pure Heart Again written by Angie Marino-Smith and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2010-07 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Angie Marino-Smith is the founder and writer of the online blog Puritytalks.blogspot.com, where women of all ages can come to talk about the hot topics that they deal with in today's world. In the past Angie has spent her time volunteering as the Drama Director of her church. She was the Creative Director of the former ministry GodLight International where she wrote, directed and acted in productions and she traveled to Quito, Ecuador, local colleges and conferences to teach young women about the importance of purity, self image and God's purpose. She has over 20 years experience in the acting/directing/writing world and she uses her experiences in her style of writing today. If you look closely you might even see her in the hit blockbuster movie Spiderman 3. (If you blink you might miss her). Angie currently mentors and speaks to young women about self image, dating and sex hoping that they will see their worth in God's eyes. Angie lives in Ohio with her husband David and their 2 daughters where they enjoy hiking, playing games and laughing with friends. If you are interested in booking Angie for future speaking engagements, contact [email protected]. Photo taken by Kim McCabe www.witnesslifephotos.com
Download or read book Radical written by David Platt and published by Multnomah. This book was released on 2010-05-04 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times bestseller What is Jesus worth to you? It's easy for American Christians to forget how Jesus said his followers would actually live, what their new lifestyle would actually look like. They would, he said, leave behind security, money, convenience, even family for him. They would abandon everything for the gospel. They would take up their crosses daily... But who do you know who lives like that? Do you? In Radical, David Platt challenges you to consider with an open heart how we have manipulated the gospel to fit our cultural preferences. He shows what Jesus actually said about being his disciple--then invites you to believe and obey what you have heard. And he tells the dramatic story of what is happening as a "successful" suburban church decides to get serious about the gospel according to Jesus. Finally, he urges you to join in The Radical Experiment -- a one-year journey in authentic discipleship that will transform how you live in a world that desperately needs the Good News Jesus came to bring.
Download or read book Splash 12 The Best of Watercolor written by Rachel Rubin Wolf and published by North Light Books. This book was released on 2011-06-16 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Splash series has earned a reputation as a premier showcase of contemporary watercolor. Year after year, artists and art enthusiasts look forward to its big, beautiful images, innovative approaches and insightful commentary. Continuing the tradition, this 12th edition celebrates artistic vision—delivering a stunning diversity of ideas, inspiration, and breathtaking art—in short, everything fans of this series have come to expect, including the wonderfully unexpected. Explore how artists seize upon moments of beauty and wonder, inject emotional content and personal interpretation, and translate it all into brilliant standout paintings. Impossibly red tomatoes picked fresh from the garden...A chance pose by an impatient child model...The simple view through a weathered door... These are just a few of the "sparks" behind the more than 120 striking paintings on these pages. Captions offer insight from the artists themselves who share the approaches they use to bring their visions into focus. The late Henry Fukuhara painted the scene on page 90 when he was 96 years old, completely blind and bedridden, a profound testament to the power of an artist's vision. His advice: "Don't be a reporter; be an entertainer." Page after page, Splash 12 offers up this kind of hard-earned wisdom, personal epiphanies and artist-to-artist advice for making others stop, look, and enjoy the view. Dive in, and see where 100 of today's brightest watercolor visionaries have taken this celebrated medium.
Download or read book Clean Hands Pure Heart written by Philip A. Harrison and published by Windhaven Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author relates his journey out of addiction to pornography into recovery and freedom. He explains: Like Paul and Alma the Younger, who also spent a portion of their life in serious darkness and were delivered from it by Christ Himself, I am willing to allow my life to be an example of someone the Lord has rescued from the darkest abyss. Using the scriptures and teachings of Church leaders, Phil leads us through the process of coming unto Christ and having our burdens lifted. For those who have struggled with sexual addiction or any other overwhelming challenge, as well as for those who care about them, this book offers welcome help, guidance and hope.
