Metts, Wallis C.MareMagnum
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1987119 pages. Attempts to examine a few of the evidences and contributing factors to the abuse of authority in the Christian church. Chapters include: The Power of Persuassion; The Power of Bigness; The Power of Guilt; The Envelope Stuffers, The Oranizational Trap; Why Christians Fail Morally, and more. A clean and very lightly worn copy. Book
1974214 pages. Copyright 1974. A documentary of what is happening and has happened to Christians in the Soviet Union. Reveals the plight of evangelical believers in Russia, as their faith is tested by imprisonment, forcible removal of their children, the loss of jobs, and the strain of seeing fellow believers crack under relentless official pressure. Some black and white photographs. Light wear. Dab of liquid paper to front flyleaf else unmarked. Book
1992126 pages. Copyright 1992. For the non-believer who needs answers to questions such as: Why should I trust the bible? What is Salvation? Why do I need to repent? Why do I need forgiveness? Why forgive those who have hurt me? Tells the author's life story, paralleled with some of what the bible tells of Simon Peter, who underwent similar major character reconstruction under the Lord's direction. Book
1986196 pages. Written to promote independent thinking in those people who will read the bible with an open mind. Eye-catching glossy colour covers. Book
2001250 pages including index. Exploring the idea of citizenship in the evolving post-national context, author argues that old ideas of civic belonging, historically tied to blood, belief and law, need to be reconceived. Argues for a new model that will give voice and structure to our longing to be part of something larger than we are. "Appeals to the thoughtful reader who thrives on insights into the way humans interact or who enjoys a rich tapestry of concepts and ideas and the thinkers behind them." - The Globe and Mail. Minor underlining and marginalia upon several pages. Minimal wear. Attractive glossy illustrated covers. Book
1988175 pages including index and bibliography. Now you can paint art that reflects the influence of your faith! Combines step-by-step instructions with art history to introduce you to the genre of religious oil painting. Also includes: the elements of painting; materials, techniques, and specific exercises for drawing and painting; themes of religious art. Abundantly illustrated in black and white plus 18 beautuful color plates. Unmarked. Very light wear. Small chip from head of spine. Attractively illustrated glossy covers. Excellent copy. Book
1993128 pages. "It is the belief of the Canadian Celiac Association and its advisors that strict adherence to a life long gluten-free diet is essential for the promotion of good health in a person with celiac disease. We encourage you to read this handbook and consult your physician and dietician to make the necessary changes which are appropriate for your condition." Light wear. Unmarked. Book
199777 pages. Learning to trust God with every part of your life. Take the fear out of teaching junior high/middle school all year long. Unmarked. Clean. Faintest wear. Excellent glossy copy. Book
1993187 pages. What started out for Julian North to be nothing more than just another shopping trip downtown, soon developed into an eight day experience which became so profound that it defies explanation even to this day. Clean and unmarked. Very light wear. Excellent copy. Book
1972255 pages including index. Profusely illustrated in colour and black and white. "...An attempt to put into words a world that I have known and loved for some twenty years... The purpose of this book is to... reveal not to instruct. The book itself, in addition to being an affirmation of my faith and a disclosure of my feelings, also attempts to come to grips with the nature of our continuous intrusions, the aesthetics of contemporary Eskimo artists, and their feelings toward art and contemporary life." - from Foreward. Prior owner's name upon front endpaper, title page and page 79 else unmarked. Moderate warp to front board. Average wear to brown cloth-covered boards. Binding intact. A respectully handled copy of a wonderful compilation. Book
1980229 pages including bibliography and some black and white illustrations. "Near the sleeping waters of Lake Whatcom the sentinel firs reach tall into the sky. Their strength comes from the nurturing earth, but their yearning is clearly for the heavens above. No symbol could be more appropriate for the men and women whose spiritual strength and towerintg faith have built, through six decades, the camp and conference ministry known widely as The Firs." - from Foreward. Book clean, square and unmarked with very light wear. Light wear to dust jacket. Nice copy. Book
1983232 pages. Winner of the 1980 Ramon Magsaysay Award for Journalism, Literature and Creative Communication Arts. The story of the illegitimate son of Antonio Samson, the major protagonist in Sionil Jose's novel, The Pretenders. Now grown-up, Pepe Samson escapes from his village of Cabugawan to live in Manila's sprawling slum - Tondo. The story of his journey from one swampland to another; also the story of thousands of young Filipinos who have finally found meaning in their lives. An affirmation of faith in the future as envisioned by the dedicated Filipino youth today. The last, in terms of chronology, of the author's five Rosales novels. Light wear. Unmarked. Nice copy. Book
197896 pages including bibliography. In his analysis of the Eucharist, Archdeacon Baker shows how the liturgy can grow to fulfill the needs and express the faith of the people of God today. Average wear. Unmarked. Good working copy. Book
1972166 pages. The carefully documented details of the fate of a group of Russian Christians who made a brave bid for greater religious freedom. Includes a list of more than 200 Christian Evangelical and Baptist (ECB) brothers in Russian prisons for their faith plus many black and white illustrations. Former price atop front flyleaf else clean and unmarked with light wear. Nice copy. Book
1986118 pages. Sequel to author's autobiography From Footlights To Christ. A gospel singer for 47 years, Lottie, a woman of great faith, and prayer, writes about her intimate and fascinating experiences. This very candid, honest look into the life of a wonderful gospel singer will inspire and challenge you to serve God with all your heart. Illustrated covers are well-soiled. Contents unmarked. Binding intact. Book
1995221 pages. A compilation of the author's favorite columns from "Investment Advisor" magazine. Throughout, these columns develop several recurring themes: a relentless long-term bullishness; a profound belief in the investment professional's capacity to do good for his clients, together with a passionate advocacy of his/her right to be fairly compensated for doing so; a consistent call for the re-definition of investment risk and safety in terms of purchasing power, and an ongoing plea for the increased equity exposure that such re-definition requires in American portfolios. Average wear. Unmarked. Compliments of sticker upon front cover. Binding intact. Good working copy. Book
1999210 pages. Goes on and off the court to reveal the thrilling career highlights and spiritual journeys of NBA superstars like David Robinson, Hersey Hawkins, and Charlie Ward. Full of spiritual encouragement for basketball fans who are eager to learn more about the joys and struggles of serving the Lord under the bright lights. Clean, bright and unmarked. Very light wear. Excellent copy. Book
1977128 pages. Text divided into five parts: The Gift of Wonder; The Gift of a Homeland; The Gift of Faith; The Gift of Growing Up; The Gift of Torah. Contents clean and unmarked. Moderate soiling and wear to illustrated boards. Bit of peeling to top edge of back endpaper. Moderate wear overall. Nice working copy. Book
1990272 pages. "The compelling, riveting account of how one man's undaunted faith in God upheld him even in the face of death. Offers a behind-the-scenes look at a country torn by physical and spiritual hunger that dared to challenge the forces of a cruel, wicked regime through the inspiration and leadership of Pastor Laszlo Tokes. Here is the story of Laszlo Tokes' quest for true religious freedom, not only for Hungarians but for all under Communist rule." - from back cover. Includes black and white illustrations. Light wear. Unmarked. Nice copy. Book
1954126 pages. "Recounts the step-by-step infiltration of Communism in China until the time was ripe for the final take-over by force. A story not of a benign agrarian revolution but of the unfolding of a ruthless plot strikingly similar to the Red conquest of other lands that have gone behind the Iron Curtain. The author writes with a sense of urgency in the belief that complacency and lack of wide-spread appreciation as to Communist technique are still handicapping the West in meeting the threat of International Communism both at home and abroad." - from front flap. Author was in charge of the hospital in Chungking for over twenty years. Prior owner's name atop title page else unmarked. Average wear. Book
1993406 pages including index. A guide to an activity-based course in science teaching methods for both preservice and inservice elementary teachers. Based upon the belief that children build their own knowledge from their own experiences. Clean and unmarked with very light wear. Very nice copy. Book
199877 pages. Author's inscription upon front flyleaf. A young man leaves his village in the Third World to explore his musical potential in the Mother Country. An uplifting and instructive story which seeks to reaffirm faith in God and His message. Clean and bright. Minimal wear. Excellent copy. Book
1979172 pages including bibliography. A collection of the poems and prose of a writer who has already won a considerable reputation in Baha'i cirlces. Includes vivid, sympathetic portraits of martyrs, pioneers, and ordinary people: shining through it is a poet's vision - fresh, unique, sometimes satirical, but never superficial. Gift greetings upon half-title page else unmarked. Binding tight. Decent copy. Book
1994175 pages. Brad Magnus, the subject of the book, has signed his first name upon title page. A family love story centred upon son Brad, the second of four boys, who was born with Down Syndrome. "The essence of our story is: Every person is valuable! Our personal faith and therefore our positive outlook, continues to give us courage to try what seems impossible." - from introduction. Average wear. Unmarked. Binding intact. Solid copy. Book
197563 pages including bibliography. Illustrated in black and white. Above average wear. Prior owner's inkstamp atop title page. Binding intact. Book