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It is the story of Mr. Vane, an orphan and heir to a large house - a house in which he has a vision that leads him through a large old mirror into another world. In chronicling the five trips Mr. Vane makes to this other world, MacDonald hauntingly explores the ultimate mystery of evil.

Was Mary Magdalene a prostitute, a female divinity figure, a church leader, or all of those? Biblical references to her are tantalizingly brief, but we do know that she was the first person to whom the risen Christ appeared - and the one commissioned to tell others the good news, earning her the ancient honorific "Apostle to the Apostles". Today, Mary continues to spark controversy, curiosity, and veneration. In a vivid re-creation of Mary Magdalene's life story, Margaret George convincingly captures this renowned woman's voice.

When you see a Rainbow, you know the Master is at work. Every human being makes mistakes and it seems that life is punishing us for our mistakes. God sometimes takes our mistakes and causes them to have a boomerang effect and bring us back to where we really need to be. Such is the case with the two young people in this story. Life throws them a curve at a very early age and they were off track for many years, but since God is not bound by time or space, he allowed them in time to come full circle and made their mistakes the cornerstone and center of their world.

The first installment of an incredible novel by George Macdonald, this volume introduces the main character of this three part journey, Thomas Wingfold. His dutiful demeanor and routine religious position are reflected in his faith, which has become stagnant and rote. Throughout Volume 1, Thomas begins to wrestle with certain aspects of his beliefs and encounters several individuals with unique perspectives that eventually spark sincere reflection in this quiet figure.

Dive into George MacDonald’s journey with Princess Irene through secret mazes, epic battles, and beautiful relationships as the insightful words of Jonathan St. John illuminate the many Christian themes, motifs, and character arcs in this beloved tale.

In Volume 2, protagonist, Thomas Wingfold, continues on his journey of soul-searching and theological questioning, and begins facing real tests of what he believes and what he’s learned. Finding that there are sometimes vast differences between what he’s held to be true and what is evident in reality, Wingfold struggles with more doubt, insecurity, and real consequences. He comes into contact with more characters whose own beliefs and conversations with Wingfold serve as catalysts for his growth in understanding and conviction.

The story revolves around Tyler Ellington, a character believed to play a pivotal role in God's plans for world peace. Tyler's life journey hints at a divine purpose, with biblical references and challenges that shape his destined role. The narrative explores themes of faith, personal growth, and spiritual awakening as Tyler discovers his higher calling intertwined with redemption and fulfillment.

A game-changing peace treaty between Israel and the Saudis is nearly done. The secretary of state is headed to the region to seal the deal. And Special Agent Marcus Ryker is leading an advance trip along the Israeli-Lebanon border, ahead of the secretary’s arrival. But then Ryker and his team are ambushed by Hezbollah forces. The last thing the White House can afford is a new war in the Mideast that could derail the treaty and set the region ablaze. U.S. and Israeli forces are mobilizing to find the hostages and get them home, but Ryker knows the clock is ticking.

The enemy is invisible and moving fast. The body count is rising. And time is running out. Marcus Ryker has spent his entire career studying killers. One thing he knows for sure: a peace summit is the ultimate stage for an assassination. President Andrew Clarke is determined to announce his historic peace plan from the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. But when senior American officials who support the plan begin violently dying, Clarke orders Ryker and his team of CIA operatives to hunt down those responsible and bring the killing spree to an end.

Acclaimed inspirational author W. Dale Cramer pens the tale of an Amish prodigal's struggle for faith and forgiveness. As Will returns to bury his dad, his mind flashes back 42 years to when he fled his Amish heritage, abandoning his unborn child's mother and inflicting pain only a parent can fathom. Now he understands that pain. And he thinks of all those years of silence, all those words never spoken. But as his father lies cold and still, is all hope for healing gone?

Let the Children Come is an inspirational Christian fiction book that tracks the historical account of the Bristol England Pastor who saved the lives of thousands of orphans and offered them a safe haven, shelter, food, clothing, health, and education in an orphanage built by faith. He committed to trust only in prayer and faith in God for their needs and never ask anyone for money to provide for the orphans, and if asked about the need he would not tell them—they were to ask God how much to give.

Considerado o mais sombrio dos escritos de George MacDonald, este é um romance sobre a rebelião, o egoísmo, o amor sacrificial e a vida que só pode ser encontrada através da morte — temas que são cuidadosamente intrincados pela poderosa pena do autor.

Our story begins with our character, G. C. Baxter, on an 18-wheeler long-haul run where he is pulled over and told his wife (Jo) and daughter (Adrien) were in an auto accident while he was more than two thousand miles from his home in Olympia, Washington. His employer set up emergency flights to get him there ASAP. During the flight, he flashes back in his thoughts to when he first got a crush on Jo and when she made him a touching promise before high school graduation.

What will Mary do without George? He was the extrovert. He made Mary feel connected and loved. Ever since George died, Mary has felt lost. His absence is painful. But is he completely gone? His outgoing, caring personality keeps showing up, even long after his funeral. George's Final Gifts is a cozy tale of love that cannot be quenched even by death. Listen to this story today, but keep a box of tissues nearby.

God was going to war. He had chosen His soldiers, presently a horde of browbeaten slaves, viciously harassed by task-masters in Egypt. He had selected as His leader a faraway, aged, sheepherder to gain the slaves’ release, develop them into a unified force and lead them from Egypt to conquer a distant, evil land, Canaan (present-day Israel). They would become a “holy nation, a kingdom of priests” under God’s tutelage to do a mighty work that He would later reveal to them.

Growing up in a home of imbalance can be very trying for a young adult. Alicia was molested in her early years of life and during her teenage years. She wasn't allowed to 'grow' under those circumstances. And because of that, Alicia made many mistakes. One mistake after another. She made rushed decisions that weren't thought through like they needed to be. It caused her to live a life that spiraled out of control, she couldn't get a handle on it. It took God telling her at one point and time in her life when it was total darkness, "you have to go!"

Leevant, a young lad from Suchikos, has been exiled from his home and branded a criminal. To return to his kingdom would mean execution. Seeking refuge in Philos, he is drafted into serving the King, King Erestar. Leevant struggles with being thrust into military service while trying to fit into a world that does not accept him. Haunted by past failures, he is caught up into a plot to destroy the kingdom. Regardless, Keep Solstice, the crowning jewel of Philos' defense, awaits him with all the carnage that war brings

Rumors and gossip threaten to destroy Nathan’s position as pastor before it’s even really begun. Grace’s singing career becomes the focus of self-righteous church members who twist the truth. Nathan’s father not only disapproves of Grace but also Nathan’s dual occupations of US marshal and preacher. One determined gunslinger out to take the preacher’s reputation and a deputy who is overcome by guilt and loss are added to the mix. It will take a heavy dose of God’s grace to survive.

When the daughters, sisters, and mothers of several men from town approach the Pastor Joshua for his blessing on a church endorsed mail order bride scheme the frazzled Minister sees a way to stop all the advances of the mayor’s daughter. He slips his own letter into the packet before it is mailed out to the churches in Richmond, Philadelphia, and Chicago seeking his own bride. When the stage arrives with the brides, Joshua finds his didn’t make the trip. However, his heart has chosen another, his intended’s best friend.

"The Preacher" Nathan Ryder and his new wife, Grace, are finally on their way to Redemption to start their new life. With some old friends, a wealthy Eastern family, and a bunch of freed slaves, they've set out for the New Mexico Territory. The Santa Fe Trail is dangerous in the best of times, even for the most experienced wagon masters and scouts. Add a gunslinger determined to have a showdown with The Preacher to the normal dangers of the trail and you have a recipe for adventure.