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God’s people were never meant to blend in. Instead, we’re called to stand out from the crowd, and become a beacon of hope. But nothing dims our light more than conformity, when voices that once proclaimed truth begin to quietly yield to a noisy world. Based on the books of 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles, this study offers an eye-opening look at the high price of conformity, and shares how we can stay distinct from our surroundings.

On April 27, 1934, a little boy was born who grew up to become a vagabond evangelist in patchwork pants fiercely daring us to believe a line too good to be true—God loves you as you are and not as you should be. His name was Brennan Manning. He boldly preached of the love of Jesus vast, unmeasured, boundless, and free. And he always faithfully pointed to a tender, elemental fury that blows where it wills; in a word, grace.

It’s 1938 in Dusseldorf, Germany, and Paul is feeling pressured to join the Hitler Youth. The last thing he wants to do is march around with a bunch of bullies, supporting the Gestapo and abusing the city’s Jews, but even Paul’s parents think he should go along with his classmates in order to keep himself safe. Just when he’s starting to despair, Paul meets the Edelweiss Pirates, a group of teenage boys and girls who are working to undermine the growing power of the Nazis. When he joins the rebel organization, he finds out just how hair-raising and dangerous it is.

The Beatles, the Bible and Bodega Bay presents two portraits: the young man in London on top of the Apple building (and on top of the world!) as he watches the Beatles perform for the last time, and the older man on a remote Sonoma beach on his knees looking out to sea and into the heart of his Creator.

Editorial Dahbar celebra el estreno en la narrativa de ficción de la escritora zuliana Natalia Sánchez, con "Las momias de Hauschild", una historia de duelos inconclusos y pasiones destructivas en una Venezuela más o menos ficticia de 1928. Hay dos muertos y una asesina. Un hermoso mar, una nadadora solitaria fascinada tanto por los crepúsculos como con los cadáveres, un círculo de gente que se aferra a las ilusiones del lujo para escapar de los chances de la desgracia.

"Alrededor de la medianoche, durante una noche del mes de octubre, bajo el reinado caballeresco de Eduardo III, dos marineros pertenecientes a la tripulación del Free-and-Easy...", así empieza este relato en que los dos marineros se internan en una brumosa y espeluznante zona de Londres bajo el dominio de la peste. Lo que allí encuentran es algo de lo más extraño. El conflicto está servido.

“Permitid que, por el momento, me presente como William Wilson. La página inmaculada que tengo ante mí, no debe ser manchada con mi verdadero nombre.” Así empieza este relato, en que el narrador nos cuenta como, desde pequeño conoce a otra persona que nació el mismo día que él, el mismo mes y el mismo año, e ingresó en la misma escuela en el mismo momento. El parecido de William con este personaje es cada vez mayor, llegando a parecerse hasta en la voz, los gestos, los rasgos…

Así empieza este apasionante relato en que el protagonista, mister Legrand, encuentra un escarabajo de color dorado. A partir de ese momento se comportará de una manera extraña, lo que hace pensar a los que le rodean, que se está volviendo loco.

From the biggest names in urban fiction comes a collection of unforgettable stories of urban love and its consequences.

Tras perder la audición de un oído al paso de una ambulancia, Gabi Martínez se preguntó cómo afecta el entorno urbano a nuestra salud. Este audiolibro, narrado por el autor, reflexiona sobre la necesidad de transformación de las ciudades ante un modelo urbano ya caduco y nos cuenta cómo se creó la idea de la supermanzana, uno de los conceptos urbanísticos más revolucionarios de las últimas décadas: su acogida, su implantación y las polémicas que generó.

It is 1939 in Berlin, Germany, and 12-year-old Lillian and her Papa are on the run from Nazi soldiers. Because they are Jewish, they are in danger of being arrested and put in prison. Lillian’s father is blind, and it seems no one is willing to help them - until they meet Otto Weidt. Mr. Weidt runs a factory that makes brushes for the Nazi army, and his secret is that he employs blind Jewish workers. Lillian learns that Otto Weidt is determined to keep her, Papa, and all the Jewish workers safe. But will he be able to?

The true story of 19-year-old Jordana Lebowitz’s time at the trial of Oskar Groening, known as the bookkeeper of Auschwitz, a man charged with being complicit in the death of more than 300,000 Jews. A granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, Jordana was still not prepared for what she would see and hear.

Edith Schwalb’s story is remarkable not only for her own bravery, but for the bravery of those that helped her: an entire village, including its mayor and citizenry, heroically conspired to conceal the presence of hundreds of Jewish children who lived in the safe house. Hiding Edith details not only the amazing courage and struggles of one young girl, but the inspiring spirit of the people she met.

Europe, on the eve of the Second World War, and a Jewish family feels the Nazi danger closing in. Led by their indomitable mother, Marie, the Reesers make a daring escape from under the watchful eyes of the Gestapo, fleeing their comfortable home in Czechoslovakia to safety and a new life in Canada. Their lives are saved, but all else is lost, including four beautiful and valuable paintings that Marie loved.

Join Gabe Murfitt as he shares his story of learning to live in a uniquely formed body. Through Gabe’s C.L.E.A.R. formula, you will discover how you can have Courage to face life’s challenges; Leadership that is encouraging and compassionate; Endurance in hard times; Attitude that enables you to achieve your goals; Respect for others and yourself. Gabe Murfitt is an inspiring speaker who challenges his audiences to live with courage in the face of life’s greatest adversities. Born with three-inch arms and standing a little over three-feet high, Gabe lives out his message, courageously sharing his experiences.

Marie, Journalistin aus Berlin, kommt auf den Darß, um sich neu zu finden. Sie zieht in ein halbverfallenes Haus, alle Warnungen ignorierend, dass ein Fluch auf den alten Mauern liegt. Schon bald streckt eine dunkle Macht die Hand nach ihr aus. Die malerische Ostsee-Idylle verwandelt sich in einen tödlichen Abgrund.

Eines Morgens findet sie ein Kind, schwer verletzt auf menschenleerer Straße liegend. Die Umstände des Unfalls bleiben ungelöst und genauso mysteriös wie das Auftauchen eines stummen Jungen, der sich nachts herumtreibt. Durch ihren Einsatz gegen einen umstrittenen Straßenbauplan gerät Marie ins Visier lokaler Konflikte und macht sich mächtige Feinde. Als sie zudem entschlossen gegen rechtsextreme Umtriebe vorgeht, gerät sie endgültig in Gefahr.

Find true success through a life of integrity and character. We all long to succeed in every area of life, in our careers, our relationships, and our finances. But in the daily pursuit of our dreams, we can forget to examine just how we measure success. The book of 1 Samuel offers striking contrasts between succeeding God’s way and trying to achieve goals by any means necessary. This guide examines the life of King David, and shares how we can find true success through our character, conduct, and lifestyle.

We serve a holy God. And as His children, God longs for us to pursue a life that is pleasing to Him. But what does this look like? The book of Leviticus provides the answer. Originally written for the ancient Israelites, Leviticus continues to offer timeless principles for living that remain relevant to believers today. This study examines those principles, and explores how we can cultivate holiness in our daily lives.

It’s not easy to take responsibility in life. Whether it’s in our jobs, our finances, or even our relationships, we all struggle to take ownership of our habits and choices. Yet personal accountability is essential to both our personal and spiritual growth. Based on the book of 1 Kings, this study offers a compelling contrast between those who are accountable to God and others, and those who continually shift the blame to others.