History, Religion, facts, faith, truth consequences - They all weave a mosaic of intrigue in this international thriller, that starts from America to Europe and even Tasmania Australia. Jack is an ex-military man and a highly ranked scholar in the fields of theology and ancient languages. Though he is frequently at odds with many of the Catholic Church's teachings, he accepts an invitation by the Vatican to examine ancient texts that may or may not provide important information about the New Devotion. A secret society that has long fascinated him. Soon with his brilliant assistant Zoe they become involved in brain deep dusty research, murder attempts, torture and more. Hidden agendas proliferate as do potentially lethal interlopers, such as the CIA, an American Senator's henchmen, includingt terrorists and even the mafia. If you want to follow our Hero in one of the greatests treasure hunts ever....KEEP READING.

Mythology is an integral part of the world in which we live. For millennia, people have used myths to entertain, share important truths, and explain their ideas about the way the world worked. Myths are stories that deal with supernatural beings, history, or heroes and display the worldview of a culture. Myths allow us to see what a people believed in, what they admired, and how they thought everything had started. Mythology is the study of these myths and how they affect the world.

The ADVENTure of Christmas is a guide for moms concerned that their children are losing sight of Jesus in the midst of the distractions the holiday season brings. Lisa Whelchel was such a mom, but instead of abandoning the traditions of Christmas she rediscovered their original meanings, which were intended to remind people of God’s unfathomable gift. Hanging lights on the house, wrapping gifts, and decorating the tree have become opportunities to teach her children about how they relate to Jesus’ birth. With The ADVENTure of Christmas, mothers can redeem what’s been lost from the very symbols that are gentle reminders of the true meaning of Christmas. Have you discovered that Jesus sometimes gets lost in the middle of the hustle and bustle of His birthday party? Would you like to be able to keep your children's focus on Jesus and also join them in the wonder of the celebration? For each of the twenty-four days preceding Christmas, The ADVENTure of Christmas serves as a fun and handy guide that describes the significance behind your favorite traditions. Hanging lights on the house, wrapping gifts, and decorating the tree will become opportunities to share how these customs relate to Jesus' birth. The ADVENTure of Christmas recaptures the true meaning of this beloved season, giving reasons to celebrate for years to come. Story Behind the Book Feeling like Jesus had gotten lost in the frenzy of the holiday season, I asked the Lord to show me what I could do to teach my children the true meaning of Christmas. I was caught off-guard when He simply replied, "Don’t do anything differently. Look in the middle of the celebration and you will find Me." He was right. There was no need to orchestrate moments to pontificate about "the commercialization of Christmas." Instead, Jesus is beckoning us to come to the party and bring the kids. In doing so, we run into Him at the mall, the movies, even at school. He hides in the lights, the carols, and the cards. He is there when we dress the evergreen tree, when Dad dresses up in a red suit, and even when we eat turkey and dressing!

A collection of insightful Bible teachings and scriptural revelations based on the sermons, newsletters and Bible teachings of Pastor Ron D. Barnes.

'The essence of Jewish life is not the bland performance of the Torah's commandments, but rather love of Torah and the way of life to which it is the guide.' Tap into the wisdom of one the world's ancient religions by meditating on Rabbi Wittenberg's engaging, contemporary, spiritual, social and ethical insights to the Torah. Rooted in decades of devoted immersion in Jewish learning, humanist literature, concern for people at all ages and stages of life, environmental activism and a love of nature, Rabbi Wittenberg offers wisdom relevant to Jews, Christians and spiritual seekers of all and no faiths. Over the hundred and more passages, key issues considered include: Compassion and kindness; Creation and wonder; Emotional struggles; Environment and our relationship to nature; Ethical challenges; Illness and suffering; Identity and community; Justice and Social Justice; Refugees and strangers; Remorse and repentance; Responsibility; Searching for meaning; Seeking God.

For forty years, singer and songwriter Bruce Cockburn has been writing beautifully evocative music. Bestselling author and respected theologian Brian Walsh has followed Cockburn's work for years and has written and spoken often on his art. In this creative theological and cultural engagement, Walsh reveals the imaginative depth and uncompromising honesty of the artist's Christian spirituality. Cockburn offers hope in the midst of doubt, struggle, failure, and anger; indeed, the sentiment of "kicking at the darkness" is at the heart of his spirituality. This book engages the rich imagery of Cockburn's lyrics as a catalyst for shaping and igniting a renewed Christian imagination.

On Friday, October 13, 1307, Phillip the Fair of France betrayed and arrested the cream of the Knights of the Temple. However, before he could recover their vast amounts of wealth and Holy Relics, these items vanished into the mists of history. This is the story of what really happened to the treasure and how it was rescued from his unworthy clutches. The book relates how our heroes in time, Raza, Beauregard, Ramón, and Alice, managed to spirit it away, evading the king's men and various natural barriers as they travel on the great rivers of Europe to freedom.

Suddenly There is God plunges us into the key stories of biblical characters who find themselves caught up in the divine-human drama. With unique insight, it relates these stories directly to the distinct stages of our own lives: being created, falling from grace, leaving the childhood ark, hearing God's call, gaining freedom, embracing covenant, praying the psalms, learning forgiveness, choosing love, and expecting resurrection. The scenes unfold before our eyes like a riveting play or film, as we discover with astonishment how closely the progression of Old and New Testament stories reflects our own spiritual journey. Packed with historical content and written with dramatic intensity, Suddenly There is God suggests contemplative ways for us to nurture an ardent expectation of encountering God. By identifying with the biblical characters--their conflicts, difficult choices, and realizations--we recognize how divine presence continually breaks into our own life story. This book is a valuable resource for clergy, students, and spiritual seekers who long to experience the drama of sacred Scripture as deeply personal revelation.

Love, hate, sibling rivalry, the Italian mafia, the Vatican, mental disorders, and war are some of the topics that will engulf you in this family saga that has its beginnings in Alciello, a small village in the mountainous region of Naples from where twins Alessandro and Nicola descend. Alessandro will be the first to become a coffee magnate of Rome and Nicola to be the personal secretary of Pope Leo XIII. Their search for “black gold” in the island of Puerto Rico will unite them in spite of their philosophical and religious differences and will plunge Alessandro into the midst of the Spanish-American War of 1898.