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Grasping God's Word Bible Study at South River Baptist ChurchBible Study written by J Scott Duvall and J Daniel HaysLead by Pastor Scott Townsell

When in-laws gift a getaway, but the universe gifts something more. ASHLEY When my in-laws gifted us a weekend at a new ski lodge, I packed my warmest sweaters and coziest socks. What I didn't expect? Walking into an adults-only resort designed for intimate exploration. As Brandon and I decide to embrace the surprise rather than run from it, I find myself drawn to Nathan—a gorgeous chef who immediately makes me crave things that have nothing to do with food. Two people discovering new desires. BRANDON I've never been the adventurous one, but I've always had fantasies of sharing my wife ...

Lying in the middle of a plain in modern-day Iran is a forgotten ancient city, Persepolis. Built two and a half thousand years ago, it was known in its day as the richest city under the sun. Persepolis was the capital of Persia, the largest empire the world had ever seen, but after its destruction, it was largely forgotten for nearly 2,000 years, and the lives and achievements of those who built it were almost entirely erased from history.

Different branches of the same religion are the exception more than the rule, and they have had a profound impact upon history. The schism between the Orthodox and Catholic Churches influenced relationships between nations across Europe, and religious intolerance based on different Christian faiths led to persecution and outright violence across the continent for centuries.

Yuri Bezmenov was among the first Soviet whistleblowers to attract attention on a global scale, and interest in his story has recently been revived thanks to his surprising cameo in the teaser trailer for Call of Duty Black Ops: Cold War in August 2020. This came despite the fact he was far from the first ex-KGB agent or Russian to pull back the curtains on the Russian government and reveal the harrowing “truths” they were once sworn to harbor.

From the Trail of Tears to Wounded Knee and Little Bighorn, the narrative of American history is incomplete without the inclusion of the Native Americans that lived on the continent before European settlers arrived in the 16th and 17th centuries. Since the first contact between natives and settlers, tribes like the Sioux, Cherokee, and Navajo have both fascinated and perplexed outsiders with their history, language, and culture.

Gnosticism is one of the great mysteries in the history of Western religion. At its core is an ancient Greek word, gnosis, a word prominent in the writings of Plato which refers to a deep personal knowledge or understanding that often transcends the physical world. The Gnostics painted a picture of a fallen, broken world in which physicality was a product of a lesser deity. This deity was created in defiance of the One and in order to trap humans and blind them to the truths of their predicament and divine origins.

Over the course of the 19th century, the people of Sicily found themselves at the center of a struggle for freedom, one that ended up being long and often very bloody. It was during these crucial years of struggle that the Sicilian mafia, La Cosa Nostra ("Our Thing"), started to take shape. Cosa Nostra: The Notorious History and Legacy of the Sicilian Mafia examines how the world’s most famous mob formed, its inner workings, and the events that made it feared around the world.

On the morning of November 29, 1864, Colonel John Chivington led 700 militiamen in a surprise attack against Cheyenne leader Black Kettle's camp at Sand Creek. Chivington was a fire and brimstone Methodist minister who had publicly advocated indiscriminately killing Native American children because "nits makes lice."

A little more than 100 years ago a Mexican peasant named Emiliano Zapata gathered a rural army from the plantations and villages of southern Mexico, seized the lands of the haciendas, and began to distribute them among the peasants of Anenecuilco, his hometown, in the state of Morelos. Outraged and impatient with the ceaseless destitution of the indigenous peoples at the hands of the landowners, he had decided to take justice in his hands.

Faith isn’t about fitting a mold—it’s about meeting God as you are. If you’ve ever felt like your mind’s pace doesn’t match the quiet devotionals of traditional Bible study, Faith in Focus was made for you. Specifically designed for ADHD minds and neurodivergent thinkers, this 12-week Bible study guide invites you into a grace-filled, distraction-friendly journey with God—on your terms.

The Magyars: The History and Legacy of the Medieval Tribes That Established the Kingdom of Hungary examines the Magyars and their culture, from their origins through the Arpad Dynasty to their raids on Europe, the establishment of a royal dynasty, and their integration into Western civilization, marking the transition from the Magyars to Hungarians.

What if the bravest thing you could do… wasn’t winning—but being seen? Atlas Diaz has always known his role. Star running back. Scholarship hopeful. The one who carries the future of his family on his shoulders. There’s no room for mistakes. And definitely no room for something as unpredictable as dance. Finley Reed has built a life on movement—on shaping chaos into art and turning silence into truth. As the student choreographer of the school’s bold new production, they don’t have time for distractions. Not with a prestigious scholarship committee watching. Not with ...

Following the birth of her daughter, Kadence Knight finds herself in a battle she never prepared for. With desperation and unhappiness threatening to overwhelm her, a sense of hopelessness pulls her away from the one thing she has always longed for: a family. As Nix watches his wife struggle with something he doesn't understand, he can't help but feel disconnected from his woman. The Kadence he once knew has drifted into the darkness. In her place is a shadow of the woman she once was, one who is fearful of the impossible...failing their daughter.

The Mayans maintained power in the Yucatan for over 1,000 years, and at the height of its Classical era, the city of Tikal was one of the power centers of the empire. Archaeologists believe Tikal had been built as early as the fifth or fourth century BC. Eventually it became a political, economic, and military capital that was an important part of a far-flung network across Mesoamerica.

Stella Callahan's heart flutters when she meets the captivating gaze of a wealthy young man. Leaving behind her cherished family farm seemed like a small sacrifice for the promise of true love. But, fate's cruel twist reveals her beloved's dark secret; he's not just a man of means, but the undercover leader of an outlaw gang. Shocked and shattered by betrayal, Stella's world collapses when tragedy strikes at the hands of her fiancé. Will the path to true love lead her through shadows darker than ever imagined? Eli Boone, eldest of the Boone clan, seethes with rage at the loss of his ...

You've mastered the basics. Now go deeper. You know about purpose, connection, health, finances, and structure. But retirement has more layers to navigate. This sequel tackles the advanced challenges nobody warns you about: The Marriage Recalibration — Why divorce rates spike in retirement (and how to beat the odds) The Enough Mindset — How to stop hoarding and start living The Legacy Building — Creating impact while you're alive to see it The Aging Embrace — Adapting gracefully instead of fighting time The Growth Continuation — Why "too old to learn" is a dangerous lie Combined ...

The Marquis de Lafayette: The Life and Legacy of the American Revolution’s Most Famous Foreign Soldier profiles one of the Revolutionary War’s most important figures. You will learn about Lafayette like never before.

The history of the Sioux is replete with constant reminders of the consequences of both their accommodation of and resistance to American incursions into their territory by pioneering white settlers pushing further westward during the 19th century. Some Sioux leaders and their bands resisted incoming whites, while others tried to accommodate them, but the choice often had little impact on the ultimate outcome. Crazy Horse, who was never defeated in battle by U.S. troops, surrendered to them in 1877, only to be bayoneted to death by soldiers attempting to imprison him.

For centuries, lost civilizations have captivated humanity, but one legend stood above all. In the heart of the South Atlantic Ocean, on the night of the hollows, a group of explorers scour the depths of the ocean until a void appeared in the bedrock, leading to a vast mystical cavern that kept our world out. Despite the ancient warning, the crew descended into the void and discovered a forsaken city whose name had only been written once throughout history. Yet, her futuristic ruins whispered the tales of her demise until her past finally awoken and forced the crew into a mystical vault ...