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One monster wants my soul. One man wants my magic. Me? I want to be left alone to live my life out like a dull, one of the lucky people who were born devoid of magic. But that won't happen because being born a Wyrd blood gives me two choices in life: ruler or slave.

In his confessions, Saint Augustine reflects upon his life in the light of scripture and the presence of God. He begins with his infancy, pondering the many sins of his life before his conversion, and he confesses not only his sins but even more the greatness of God. This work presents a wonderful contrast between the Holy God who created all things and whom heaven and earth cannot contain and a commonly sinful man who has joyfully received God's loving salvation and mercy.

When they kidnapped me to Xest, they thought I was a nobody, another lowly whimsy witch to work in their wish factory. They couldn’t have been more wrong. Everybody has bad days, stories of horror and woe. Unless they have the wind calling their name and ghosts telling them they have bad debts, I don’t have time to listen. I’m too busy with the hot guy who yelled at me because of some stupid feather and strange people jumping through puddles and kidnapping me to Xest. If you don’t know where Xest is, join the club.

Augustine and William Perkins on Preaching: Annotated Selections from Two Classics is Book 3 in the Preaching Mentoring Series. Here you have two voices—separated by more than a thousand years—who offer timeless wisdom for proclaiming God’s Word. In On Christian Doctrine (Book Four), Augustine of Hippo lays out the foundations of Christian preaching, urging ministers to teach with clarity, humility, and Spirit-filled eloquence. In The Art of Prophesying (Chapters 6–11), Puritan pastor William Perkins builds on that same vision, offering practical guidance for sermon preparation, ...

What is the proper Christian attitude toward Mary, the mother of Jesus? Should Christians honor the mother of Jesus, or would such behavior conflict with the will of God? If Christians should honor Mary, why should they do so, and what form should that honor take? Does Jesus care whether Christians honor his mother? Do Christians who honor Mary receive a blessing in return? Many Christians, having never searched the Scriptures for answers to these questions, nevertheless have formed strong opinions on these matters. Wishing to promote informed interfaith dialogue, and believing that God is ...

A clear, modern presentation of Augustine’s classic work on the doctrine of the Trinity This revised and modernized edition of On the Trinity (De Trinitate) presents Augustine’s profound theological reflection in contemporary English, making a foundational work of Christian thought accessible to today’s readers without the linguistic barriers of older editions. Modernized from the Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series I, Volume 3 for improved clarity and readability Updated language and syntax that preserves Augustine’s argument while removing archaic forms Scripture-centered and ...

A foundational guide to Christian belief, ethics, and daily life from one of history’s most influential theologians This modernized edition gathers Augustine’s most practical and widely read shorter works on faith, moral reasoning, and pastoral instruction, presenting them in clear contemporary English for today’s students, pastors, and serious readers of classical Christian thought. Complete collection of fifteen doctrinal and moral treatises including The Enchiridion, Augustine’s classic summary of faith, hope, and love Modernized from the Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series I,...

We will be reading through the whole New Testament in 90 days. In this podcast, I will read the readings, give a short homily, then pray

Hailed by Leo Durocher as “The most significant Chicago Cubs catcher since Gabby Hartnett” and known as “The Rebel” by legions of fans, Randy Hundley was one of the premier catchers in the major leagues of the '60s and '70s. He holds the MLB record for the most games caught-160-in a single season in 1968. After an incredible career that includes a Gold Glove and All-Star status, Hundley invented the Fantasy Camp concept.

Welcome to 'Divine Mercy Chaplet Podcast.' Join us as we immerse ourselves in the profound spiritual experience of the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Tune in for a moment of peace, reflection, and connection with God's infinite love. Let the Divine Mercy Chaplet be your companion on your journey of faith and grace.

A penetrating account of one of early Christianity’s most decisive theological debates, written by a former insider turned its most careful critic This modernized edition brings together Augustine’s major anti-Manichaean writings, presenting his sustained engagement with a rival religious and philosophical system in clear contemporary English for students, pastors, and readers of classical Christian theology. Comprehensive collection of Augustine’s anti-Manichaean treatises addressing creation, evil, freedom, and the nature of God Revised from the Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, ...

The Voice of Augustine in the Daily Life of the Early Church The letters of Augustine reveal one of Christianity’s greatest theologians at work as a pastor, bishop, and correspondent in a changing Roman world. Modernized English based on the Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers edition Clear, readable prose for contemporary readers Includes correspondence with major figures such as Jerome Covers doctrine, pastoral care, church discipline, and daily life Essential primary source for patristic studies and church history Written over the course of several decades, Augustine’s letters address a ...

You are your own healer. Discover how with this book. Your energy is your essence. It's your personal power source. It influences the life choices you make. If your energy is blocked, you can feel unwell and you can get stuck in negative routines. This down-to-earth guide to the ancient tradition of energy healing will enable you to tune in to your energy.

The darkness within me grows stronger every day, threatening to consume the person I once was. I crave the company of Kicks and the others I love—and yet fear to let them close to the monster I am becoming. So when Death calls in her bargain and tells me to go to Scotland, I'm eager to end the debt I owe her. But her vengeance is sure to bring more pain and heartache. Instead of the healing I seek, I'll surely form more enemies and dole out more death. The end of this bargain might destroy any hope of a new beginning…

The editors are, of course, aware of the danger there is in listening to a treatise like the following in a spirit of idle curiosity, and they beg any listener who has not well assured himself that his aim is right and holy to abstain from perusing it. At the same time it must not be forgotten, that something far other than a mere shrinking from subjects offensive to modern delicacy is needed, in order to purify the thoughts with respect to the holy estate of Matrimony.

People say karma's a... well, you know. Personally, I don't think I'm that bad. It's not like I wanted this job. I wasn't even in my right mind when I accepted the position. Now, I'm surrounded by crazy coworkers like Lady Luck, who's a bit of a tramp, and Murphy's Law, who's a bumbling oaf. But the worst is Fate. He's got a problem with transfers like myself and I have to see him constantly. It's unavoidable, since we're hunting the same man, my murderer.

It's very hard to work with someone who tried to murder me. But when the mysterious senator reappears on the scene, I'm desperate enough to take whatever help I can get, even if it is from Cormac. Dealing with him is nothing compared to losing a few hundred lives and that's the best case scenario. Worst case? I lose them all.

Augustine’s sustained response to the Donatist schism and a defining moment in the theology of church unity and the sacraments This modernized edition brings together Augustine’s three anti-Donatist writings, presenting his most extended engagement with the Donatist controversy in clear, contemporary English for students, pastors, and readers of historical theology. Includes On Baptism, against the Donatists; In Answer to the Letters of Petilian; and A Treatise concerning the Correction of the Donatists Revised from the Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, Series I, Volume 4 to improve ...

Augustine’s Vision of History, Creation, and Eternal Destiny In the second half of The City of God, Augustine moves beyond refutation to construct one of the most influential Christian interpretations of history ever written. Books 11–22 of Augustine’s monumental City of God A theological account of creation, history, and the two cities Covers angels, humanity, sin, redemption, resurrection, and final judgment Carefully revised from the Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers for modern readers Following his critique of pagan religion in the opening books, Augustine turns in Books 11–22 to a...

This collection of sermons covers the Gospel of John in an extraordinary way. Detailing the trinity, the nature of God, the person and divinity of Jesus, and the nature of man, this wealth of information provides an extensive dive into Christian theology. St. Augustine discusses the gravity of living a holy life and the impact it has on one’s relationship with Jesus. He also speaks on the role of the Holy Spirit in providing guidance and comfort and the overwhelming impact of love as the foundation of faith and key to experiencing the nearness of God.