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This favorite daily devotional has more than thirty years of success behind it Here sixty contemporary writers create 365 all-new devotionals to take the reader through the year 2009. Each day's devotion offers a short scripture verse for reflection, a true, first-person anecdote, told in an informal, conversational style, that shares the ways God speaks to us in the ordinary events of life and a brief prayer to focus the reader's own prayers and put the day's message to work in his or her own life. Simply and directly, in just five minutes a day, Daily Guideposts helps its readers to find the spiritual richness in their own lives everyday of the year. And it makes them part of a remarkable family of readers and writers brought together by a common faith and united by heartfelt prayer. The book is indexed by author, title, and subject. And Daily Guideposts is a proven best-seller year after year, With over 80,000 copies in print in 2008 alone..
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In an epic series of studies, Harvard University has followed 824 subjects from their teens to old age. Professor George Vaillant now uses these unique studies - the most complete ever conducted anywhere in the world - to illustrate the surprising factors involved in reaching happy, healthy old age. For the first time ever, we may have the scientific secrets to ensuring that the golden years are truly golden..
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Once readers visit the charming village of Acorn Hill they'll never want to leave. Three sisters-Louise, a widow from Philadelphia; Alice, an unmarried nurse who lived with her father; and Jane, a divorced chef from San Francisco-reunite in the sleepy town after their father's death and turn the family home into a charming bed-and-breakfast. Here the sisters rekindle old memories, rediscover their childhood bonds, revel in the blessings of friendship and meet fascinating guests along the way.-------It's December and Acorn Hill is festive, but the Howard sisters are about to discover that Christmas doesn't always mean peace on earth. A misunderstanding between Florence Simpson and her husband Ronald has Florence jetting off to Florida-and feisty Ethel has just the solution. She sets off after her friend and drags Alice and Ronald with her, determined to convince Florence that her marriage is worth fighting for. Can she get through to the couple in time to make it back to Acorn Hill by Christmas? Meanwhile, the downtown merchants of Acorn Hill start a Secret Santa program, and Jane sees a special way to arrange a special Secret Santa delivery for a needy family in town. As Christmas gets closer, they all begin to get into the spirit of the season..
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Now You Can Journey through the Bible from Your Living Room Chair!

The Victor Journey through the Bible is aunique resource that approaches the Bible story by story. In these pages you will discover around 250 of your favorite Bible stories presented with background information in word and picture. This storehouse of authentic material includes these features:

• over 400 colorful pages of photographs, drawings, maps, and charts
• more than 100 drawings from objects or monuments of Bible times,
• over 200 photographs of Bible lands today,
• photographs of more than 50 archaeological discoveries,
• scores of reconstructions and diagrams,
• and dozens of colorful maps.

This easy-to-read, visual exploration of the Bible allows you to follow the action from Genesis to Revelation. The stories of Scripture will come alive as you travel story-by-story through Bible lands and times. You will discover how ancient people really lived-the foods they ate, the homes they lived in, the clothes they wore, the work they performed.Every library-home, church, and school-will want this complete reference work on its shelves. It will enrich Sunday School lesson preparation, Bible storytelling, family devotions, and Bible study. The Victor Journey through the Bible is unparalleled as a user-friendly resource!

V. Gilbert Beers (Th.D., Ph.D.) has spent a lifetime encouraging readers to delight in the Scriptures through his over 140 books, ranging from children's Bibles to reference works. The Victor Journey through the Bible is the product of nine visits to the Holy Land, including a research trip to take photographs for this work. He is currently president of Scripture Press Publications, Inc.

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It's a cold May in Acorn Hill. Jane is putting pansies in the front garden for a splash of spring cheer when a big pink Cadillac parks in front of the inn. Out jumps Belle from Georgia looking for a room. Within minutes, she divulges the reason for her trip. "God gave me a dream that I would meet the man I am meant to marry right here in Acorn Hill. We will be married the first weekend of June." Jane and her sisters teeter between disbelief and awe as Belle sets off to meet all the eligible bachelors in beautiful Cascade Mountains. Will it be Pastor Kenneth? Wilhelm, owner of Time for Tea? Or, Don and Ron, the twins staying at the Inn? Then Jane gets a letter from Justin, her ex-husband, asking if he can visit. What could he want after all this time? As Jane faces the mistakes of her past, the whole town helps Belle prepare for her wedding...but to whom?.
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Once readers visit the charming village of Acorn Hill they'll never want to leave. Three sisters-Louise, a widow from Philadelphia; Alice, an unmarried nurse who lived with her father; and Jane, a divorced chef from San Francisco-reunite in the sleepy town after their father's death and turn the family home into a charming bed-and-breakfast. Here the sisters rekindle old memories, rediscover their childhood bonds, revel in the blessings of friendship and meet fascinating guests along the way.-------Alice is caring for a patient suffering from amnesia, and the only clue to her identity is the dog that was watching over her after her car went off the road. As Alice tries to help this woman recover her life, Louise counsels a guest whose marriage is on the rocks. Can she help the young woman give it one more try? Meanwhile, three of Jane's art school friends come to Grace Chapel Inn for a reunion and a reminder of the blessing of old friends..
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The winter doldrums are just settling over Acorn Hill when a movie crew comes to scout out locations for an upcoming film. The director wants Grace Chapel to be the setting for a pivotal scene and the town itself is a perfect back drop for the film. While some residents are thrilled about the revenue the shoot will bring, and some want to star in the picture, others are less certain that the disruption will be welcome, and a director with a nefarious reputation doesn't help. Can the town keep from becoming star-struck long enough to make a wise decision? Meanwhile, Alice and Louise fear losing Jane when she is offered a place on a nationally syndicated cooking show, Louise learns how to handle an overly zealous piano student, and a guest draws all the sisters unexpectedly into a new past time. Soon the Howard sisters along with the rest of Acorn Hill will have to decide if the price of fame is worth paying..
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Autumn is a beautiful time in Acorn Hill-and a busy time at Grace Chapel Inn. Love begins to blossom when one of Alice's patients reunites with a long-lost love who just happens to be one of the inn's guests. Will these high school sweethearts get a second chance at love? Jane is occupied with a secret project and her suspicious packages and frequent trips to neighboring Potterson keep her sisters guessing. Meanwhile, Louise, with the help of a very special little girl, helps a worn-out teacher discover her true calling in life and Lloyd goes to great lengths to get a special gift for aunt Ethel. Preparations for a harvest party, complete with pumpkins, cider, and a hayride, make the season festive and remind the Howard sisters to appreciate every moment they have together..
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Book in slipcase. This collection comprises the 'best of the best' Christmas stories published in "Guideposts" Magazine. Since 1945, the magazine has published true stories of hope and inspiration - stories told in a compelling first-person style that invites the reader to share in the narrator's emotions. Here are more than 50 stories of faith, hope, love and unexpected blessings. Each story will touch the reader's heart as they have continually done over the years. With over 8 million monthly "Guideposts" readers, there is a tremendous audience for this collection. It would make the perfect gift for the holiday season..
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