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The Temple is a smoldering ruin. The holy city runs with blood. In the tumultuous aftermath of Jerusalem’s fall in AD 70, the Old Covenant world has vanished in fire and smoke, leaving the fledgling church in a world remade by Roman steel. But the end of the war with Rome is only the beginning of a new, more insidious conflict—a battle for the very soul of the faith. From the ashes of the old world, two distinct churches rise in the heart of the empire: In the catacombs and hidden workshops of Rome, Rufus, son of the man who carried the cross, shepherds a fugitive remnant. They are the ...

In the twilight of the apostolic age, with Jerusalem in ruins and the last of the eyewitnesses passing from the world, a deep and dangerous schism fractures the heart of the Christian faith. The Two Churches (c. 71-96 AD), the thirteenth volume in the sweeping 1st Century House Churches series, plunges readers into the critical decades where two competing models of the church—one visible and powerful, the other hidden and persecuted—vie for the soul of the fledgling movement. In Rome, the trauma of Nero’s persecution has forged two divergent paths. The influential Clement, a man who ...

Set in the heart of the exotic Ottoman Empire during the first years of its chaotic decline, Michael David Lukas’ elegantly crafted, utterly enchanting debut novel follows a gifted young girl who dares to charm a sultan—and change the course of history, for the empire and the world. An...

Will you be ready when the world ends? What if everything you've been taught about the end times—the secret rapture, an earthly millennium, a second chance for salvation—is wrong? In What Happens During the Millennium: By Scripture Alone, author David Michael Curtis challenges centuries of church tradition and popular prophecy theories with a bold, uncompromising return to the only source that matters: the Word of God. This groundbreaking work abandons the confusing and contradictory systems of men, teaching a simple yet powerful topical study method that empowers you to find the truth ...

Lots of intermediate Spanish speakers tend to get trapped using the same vocabulary over and over again. They often only speak about subjects they know the words for and avoid anything outside of their "comfort zone". The problem with this is that even though they sound ok, they never really get any better.

Delve deep into the doctrine of the Holy Ghost using the King James Bible as your sole guide. In "The Holy Ghost: The Spirit of Truth," David Michael Curtis presents a comprehensive exploration built exclusively upon the King James Version and the rigorous KJV Topical Bible Study Method. This work, part of the Sentinel GPT Project, moves beyond human traditions and denominational interpretations to allow Scripture to interpret Scripture. Structured for both quick reference and in-depth study, this book offers: 100 Summary Answers: Concise, single-paragraph responses to foundational ...

This is not just another prayer book. It is a comprehensive, one-year guide to prayer built exclusively from the text of the King James Version of the Holy Bible. Sentinel GPT: KJV Prayer Book offers over 1,100 unique prayers, providing a complete 53-week cycle of structured devotion for morning, noon, and night. Each prayer is a topical composition of KJV scriptures, allowing you to pray in perfect alignment with the Word of God, free from any external denominational commentary or interpretation. This work is grounded in a deep, Christ-centered understanding of prayer: Christ's Promises: ...

Imagine Holmes trying to solve the case of an invisible man attacking London - matching wits with a traveler from out of time - tracking down a human/feline hybrid - using his deductive skills to help fight Martian and lunar invaders! These are just some of the stories included in Sherlock Holmes: Adventures in the Realms of H.G. Wells.

Fun, bright, and playful, power pop is a sometimes adored, sometimes maligned, often misunderstood genre of music. From its heyday in the '70s and '80s to its resurgence in the '90s and '00s, power pop has meant many things to many people. In Go All the Way, today's best and brightest writers go deep on what certain power pop bands and songs mean and have meant to them. Whether they love or hate it, Go All the Way is a dive into the Beatles-inspired pop rock of the last five decades.

If you are a high beginner with a good understanding of basic grammar and vocabulary, then this is the audiobook to help you to take your Italian to the next level. How does it work? Each article covers a topic you would commonly talk about in your own language. So instead of learning boring vocabulary lists, you will be reading interesting articles and learning the specific language you will need for having real conversations with other Italian speakers.

There is a process called neuroplasticity that occurs inside the human brain that essentially allows the development of new brain cells. New brain cells are born out of new experiences. The application of positive or negative habits can transform you, respectively, into a better or worse person. So, can you really learn to rewire your brain through the construction of new habits, positive restructuring of thoughts, becoming more organized, and zeroing in on your mental health problems? Yes, you can!

Prizewinning historian Michael David-Fox traces the experiences of Smolensk residents between the interwar years and the end of World War II, a period during which the city and region passed from Stalinist rule to Nazi occupation and back. The result is a revelatory examination of choice and power under dueling forms of murderous totalitarianism. Exploring the life-and-death decisions of a fascinating cast of characters, David-Fox shows how deeply the Stalinist and Nazi regimes relied on the co-optation of average citizens motivated by greed and need, but always within the orbit of ideology.

Are you trusting in the finished work of Jesus Christ, or the endless traditions of men? For centuries, the Eastern Orthodox Church has presented itself as the ancient, unbroken ark of salvation, offering a highly complex system of rituals, sacraments, and mystic traditions. But what happens when you measure this towering institution against the unyielding, pure truth of the King James Bible? In KJV vs. Eastern Orthodoxy: A Scriptural Refutation, David Michael Curtis dismantles the man-made theology of the East using the simple, undeniable weight of Scripture. This exhaustive manual serves ...

Sports fans, dads, and data analysts David Sikorjak and Ben Valenta argue that fandom can not only increase our sense of belonging but also serves as a powerful antidote to loneliness because sports fans experience increased social connection. What they didn't realize was how deep that connection was, the potential it carried for individual and societal wellness, or the opportunities it offered for adult friendships, making and keeping friends, and family ties.

A Solemn Journey Through Centuries of Faith, Fire, and Blood. The history of the Christian faith is written not just in ink, but in the blood of those who stood firm against the turning tides of culture and empire. The Martyrs' Record: From the Roman Colosseum to the Modern Age offers a sweeping panorama of the ultimate sacrifice, tracing the lineage of courage from the sandy floors of ancient arenas to the silence of modern prison cells. David Michael Curtis guides the reader through the defining eras of persecution, examining the lives of men and women who counted the cost and found it ...

A vivid account of the Right’s subversive campaign to impose Christian nationalist rule. Time and again, when confronted with serious challenges to their power and privilege, white Christian nationalists seek solace—and satisfaction—in state-supported forms of vigilantism. This was true at...

When it first appeared, the astronomers named the asteroid Keanu. A Near Earth Object, from a distant constellation, it was headed directly toward our sun. But when we went to meet it, it turned out to be far more than a huge rock hurtling through space... The two teams of astronauts sent to...

An epic tragicomedy spanning three generations, Ugly explores the horrifying and hilarious truths of man's inhumanity to woman, delivered with unforgettable characters and indelible dark humor in the grand tradition of John Irving.

Learn the truth behind the mask of Hollywood in these 10 bizarre tales of dreams and dream weavers, movies and movie-makers, by some of the most respected fantasy writers of our time.

Prometheus returned to his solar system, and de Finita’s forces prepare to defend what’s theirs. The AllSeer’s return threatens to conquer both militaries in one genius move. He’ll obliterate Mars and force Prometheus to make an impossible choice: Save his friend or save his insurrection. Will de Finita bend the knee or watch billions burn alive beneath the AllSeer’s magnificent power?