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Each letter is a masterpiece of reverse theology, giving the reader an inside look at the thinking and means of temptation. Tempters, according to Lewis, have two motives: the first is fear of punishment, the second a hunger to consume or dominate other beings. On the other hand, the goal of the Creator is to woo us unto himself or to transform us through his love from "tools into servants and servants into sons." It is the dichotomy between being consumed and subsumed completely into another's identity or being liberated to be utterly ourselves that Lewis explores with his razor-sharp insight and wit.

Thousands of readers have fallen in love with acclaimed writer Philip Gulley's Home to Harmony, a charming novel of a small town with a kindly spirit whose endearing and eccentric residents are like old friends. Readers will ponder the mysteries and miracles that make Harmony a place worth visiting again and again.

Written in a warm, down-home style, this novel chronicles the moving and humorous world of Quaker pastor Sam Gardner in his first year back in his hometown. Laugh and cry with Sam as he reflects on the quirks of human nature in such memorable vignettes as "The Aluminum Years," in which a bumbling Sam mulls over the proper aluminum item to give his wife for their tenth anniversary. In another unforgettable story, the church quilt mysteriously displays the image of Jesus, drawing throngs of the faithful to the remarkable "Shroud of Harmony." Through it all, Sam's love -- for Billy Bundle, the "World's Shortest Evangelist"; Dale Hinshaw, the narrow-minded church elder who "knew just enough Scripture to be annoying, but not enough to be transformed"; and all the others -- shines through in a collection of stories that readers will treasure for years to come.

For years Gary Smalley has helped millions of couples throughout North America enrich their relationships and deepen their bonds of love and companionship. In this extraordinary book, he shows you how to stay in love through all the stages of life. From first attraction to lifelong commitment, Gary's proven techniques and practical advice show you how to pursue and keep the love you want, and how to energize your relationship with enduring, passion-filled love.

In this book you'll learn how to:

• Understand and use love's best-kept secret
• Deal with the number one enemy of love
• Turn headaches into more love
• Increase your energy to keep loving
• Find the power to keep on loving your spouse
• Use normal conflicts as doorways to intimacy
• Read a woman's built-in marriage manual twelve ways
• Divorce-proof your marriage
• Develop the five vital signs of a healthy marriage
• Respond to your partner's number one request
• Find the powerful secret to great love
• Bring out the best in your maddening mate

With humor, empathy, and insight, Gary Smalley inspires you to fall in love with life and enjoy the deep satisfaction of a lifelong love. Down-to-earth examples, touching personal experiences, and inspiring spiritual principles will motivate you to bring about positive changes in your marriage-whether or not your mate is a willing participant. You'll learn how to tap resources at hand to help you follow through with your journey-and make your love last forever.

Life can be a bit like a roller coaster - you just never know what's around the next bend! The folks in Odyssey, young and old alike, are learning some very important things lately: begin responsible for yourself, accepting and understanding others, and being a friend even when it isn't easy. Whether it's a peak, a valley or a hairpin curve, you're guaranteed a fun-filled, action-packed ride with the gang from Odyssey!

The Truth about Zachary - Lucy has one of her toughest reporting assignments when she tries to interview the new boy at school - and is met with a very sour response.

Preacher's Kid - Donna finds herself under the microscope as the pastor's daughter and sets out to prove she's still one of the gang with defiance and determination.

How do you discover your spouse’s – and your own – love language? Chapman’s short questionnaires are one of several ways to find out. Throughout the book, he also includes application questions that can be answered more extensively in the beautifully detailed companion leather journal (an exclusive Amazon.com set). Each section of the journal corresponds with a chapter from the book, offering opportunities for deeper reflection on your marriage.

Volume 35 contains the following stories (and themes):

• The Big Deal 1 & 2 (standing up for your faith)
• Life Trials of the Rich and Famous (showing partiality)
• Missionary: Impossible (the mission field)
• The Great Wishy Woz 1 & 2 (God's protection in life's storms)
• Best Laid Plans (when God's plans supercede ours)
• The Worst Day Ever (Bad days happen)
• Opportunity Knocks (discerning God's will)
• Red Herring (curiousity)
• Slumber Party (friendship)
• Nova Rising (compromise)