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Space! Incalculable numbers! Incomparable speeds! Immeasurable distances! The reality of space is truly awe-inspiring. Its sheer vastness, along with the trillions upon trillions of objects in the many billion galaxies of the universe, is almost incomprehensible to the human mind. From ancient times, humans have been awed by the night sky, and counting the stars has been a subject of fascination.
Can you imagine a time when Christian believers will have to meet in secret? A time when studying the Bible will be a crime? Can you imagine something like that happening right here where freedom reigns? A time is coming when faith will go on trial, and the whole world will convulsein a final conflict. It will be a time of terrible anguish for some, yet incredibly enough, a time of joy for others.
Why is there so much evil in this world? Why is it that we're at the mercy of the elements, and the elements do so much damage? Why do innocent people suffer? And of course, where was God when all this happened? The toughest time to ask these questions is right when the disaster happens.Read this booklet and discover a way to still be thankful, to still be optimistic and to still cling to Jesus when the disasters happen.
"Have you ever wanted to know how Jesus related to an everyday person? Have you ever imagined what it would be like to meet Him yourself-to see His face or hear His voice? Our It is Written team would like to take you on a journey of discovery. Travel back in time and meet Christ and His friends in their original setting."--Back cover.
[i]Shadows and Light[/i] illuminates the "reel" revolution that started in 1960 with director John Cassavetes' work. It is written by writer/director, actor, stuntman, special effects guru, production manager Gary Kent.An officer in this revolution, Kent compiled credits on over one hundred motion pictures and won several major film awards. This book is Kent's homage to the artistic, talented makers of magic, who began on the bottom of the dog-pile making biker flicks and nudie cuties and today find themselves on top of the Hollywood heap. The book is filled with memories, reminiscences, inside information, heretofore unknown facts, anecdotes and photos accumulated over forty-some years in independent, outrageous and courageous cinema. Kent provides a glimpse into the mystery of preparing stunt, action and special effects sequences without resorting to computer graphics and offers an inside take at the making of some favorite motion pictures, from concept to release.The books features stories of William Shatner, Ann-Margret, Brian De Palma, Bruce Campbell, Ed Wood, Charles Manson, Frank Zappa, Duane Eddy, the Hells Angels and others.
Wherever we turn in nature, we see the fingerprints of God. The book of Job points us to the architecture of the universe. Our little planet is perfectly orchestrated to support life. In the nautilus shell, the sunflower, the sea horse, we find the golden ratio. Can all this design, all this complexity, merely be a coincidence? When we find ourselves drawn irresistibly toward something beautiful, could it be because we are subconsciously recognising the fingerprints of God?
Every day we are bombarded by news of crime, anarchy, war, disease, suffering and death in the world. Crime and public safety are among the big issues that have taken centre stage in our world. Obviously evil is real. We see and experience it all around us. But this raises some questions. Who causes the evil? What is this conflict all about? How did it begin? And where did it begin? Why would a God of love permit a planet to be held captive by evil?
When Julius Caesar crossed the Rubicon River, he guaranteed that Rome would never be the same again. It was one of the most definitive moments in history, a point of no return which transformed the empire and the entire world. But when Rome was at its zenith, it became the cradle of yet another definitive historical moment. Take a journey through the Bible and history touncover the greatest clash of kingdoms the world has ever seen.
We are all striving for something in life that gives us a reason for being, a sense of meaning, and a purpose. At times we may get distracted by the daily demands of life without ever wondering about its meaning. Most people, however, having time to stop and consider their lives, wonder "Am I doing something that really matters?" This booklet looks at ten steps or strategies, that can help us to find purpose and live a meaningful life.
Prayer is an important part of developing a personal, vibrant relationship with God. Would you like to learn how to pray? Would you like more assurance that God hears your prayers? Have you ever struggled maintaining a regular prayer experience with God? Would you like to know the secret to answered prayer? If your answer is 'Yes' to any of these questions, then this booklet is for you.