First Time Reading

Many Christians mistakenly believe that their only choice is either to reconcile themselves to a fundamentalist reading of scripture (a "literal-factual" approach) or to simply reject the Bible as something that could bring meaning and value into their lives. In Reading the Bible Again for the First Time, Marcus Borg shows how instead we can freshly appreciate all the essential elements of the Old and New Testaments - from Genesis to Revelation - in a way that can open up a new world of intelligent faith.

Background travel information to read at a quiet moment when visiting Bordeaux and the Arcachon Bassin for the first time and to appreciate the history and natural environment and to get an idea of and feel for the major attractions to visit and experience.

CREATE MAGICAL BEDTIME MOMENTS FOR YOUR FAMILY Transform bedtime into a magical journey of faith with these beautifully illustrated Bible adventures that will fill your little one's dreams with wonder and peace. WHAT MAKES THIS SPECIAL: * 37 PROFESSIONAL FULL-COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS - Every story comes to life with stunning artwork that captivates young minds * PERFECT FOR AGES 3-10 - Gentle language and engaging content designed specifically for little hearts * BEDTIME-OPTIMIZED STORIES - Each adventure ends with peaceful thoughts that help children drift into sweet dreams * COMPLETE BIBLE ...

Teaching Kids the Importance of Sleep * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * At night when most kids were dozing so deep, Michael could never quite manage to sleep. His mother would read him one book, or two, His father would sing ‘till his face turned blue, All-day Michael ran and played and kicked ball, But then he’d just shrug: “I’m not tired at all.” Real-life issue/Imaginary Tale - Great Lesson! I learned about this cute little rhyming book on FB, and I decided to download it using the kindle app on my phone, and I'm glad that I did. What a fun book to cozy up with a child for a ...

They came to return a package. They stayed to explore their deepest desires BELINDA I've been happily married to Ryder for years, but when a package meant for our hot neighbor gets delivered to us by mistake, everything changes. Inside is a larger version of a personal item we own, and when I catch myself fantasizing about our bearded neighbor using it, I decide to return it... with my husband in tow. RYDER I've never admitted my attraction to men, never explored the desires I've buried deep. But when Drake opens his door—shirtless, confident, and completely unfazed by us accidentally ...

Where did the tree house come from? Before Jack and Annie can find out, the mysterious tree house whisks them back to the prehistoric past. Now they have to figure out how to get home. Can they do it before dark, or will they become a dinosaur's dinner?

Twenty years of desire, one night to explore it all. ELIZA I never expected my husband's twenty-year high school reunion to lead us here. When Daniel freezes at the sight of his old best friend, I see something in his eyes I've never witnessed before—unfiltered, desperate desire. So I do what any adventurous wife would do: I encourage him to explore what he's denied himself for two decades. One night that unlocks everything. DANIEL I've spent twenty years burying my feelings, hiding parts of myself I never dared acknowledge. But when Jason walks back into my life, everything I've ...

Some lessons need hands-on instructions. SADIE Our romantic cabin retreat was supposed to be simple—just Ben and me, a fireplace, and some much-needed alone time. But when we can't figure out how to start a fire and end up at the local bar looking for help, we meet Cal. He's everything we didn't know we were looking for: rugged, confident, and looking at my husband like he wants to devour him. When Cal offers to teach Ben how to handle wood, I realize this weekend just got a lot more interesting. One awakening that changes everything. BEN I've been married to Sadie for three years and ...

One Proposition. LAUREN I've been married to Caleb for fifteen years, and our love has only deepened. But there's a fantasy I've kept hidden—a desire to see him with another man. When I finally confess my secret longing, I'm surprised by his reaction. He's not just open to the idea; he's been thinking about it too. Unexpected Desires. CALEB I’ve always loved Lauren completely, but there's a part of me I've kept hidden—a memory of a night with my college roommate, Marcus. When Lauren suggests inviting Marcus into our lives, I'm terrified but also exhilarated. As we explore this new ...

One massage. CASSIE I was supposed to be the curious one. Me, the wife with secret hotwife fantasies and MMF computer tabs open that I forgot to close. But when our friend Jordan offers us a couples massage, something unexpected happens. I watch my husband respond to another man's touch in ways I never imagined—and suddenly I want to see more than just Jordan's hands on him. Two people discovering what they truly want. BRENT I've never admitted that I wanted a man to touch me—not until Jordan's fingers find places that make me surrender completely. With my wife watching, encouraging, I ...

One stormy night. Three willing people. No turning back HOLLY I've always suspected my husband is attracted to men. And when a sudden downpour forces us to take shelter at our neighbor's house, I notice something unexpected—the hunger way David looks at Andrew. So I do what any adventurous wife would do on her eighth anniversary, I suggest we explore this attraction together. One opportunity to discover what's always been there. DAVID I've spent years ignoring certain desires, pushing them down where no one could see them. But when Holly opens the door to possibilities with Andrew, ...

One look. AVA I’ve always known my husband is straight. Except… maybe he’s not. At a rooftop party, I catch him watching a man the way he usually watches me—hungry, transfixed, aching to touch. So I do what any curious wife would do: I lean in and make it easy to say yes. One night that changes everything. MARK I’ve never done anything with a man before, never even admitted I might want to. But the moment Tyler walks into our lives, everything I’ve buried comes rushing to the surface. With Ava watching, urging me on, I surrender. And when she begs, I let myself fall apart—...

The most exquisite meals can satisfy hungers you didn't know you had. AMBER I've been happily married to Sean for seven years, and we've always been honest about our attractions. But when we accept a dinner invitation from Julian, a charismatic chef with a reputation for exclusivity, something shifts between us. What begins as harmless flirtation evolves into a game of desire that exposes needs I never knew I had—and cravings Sean has kept hidden even from himself. Three willing explorers. SEAN I never expected to want more with a man. But watching Julian with my wife awakens something ...

One confession. RACHEL I've been happily married to Tom for seventeen years, but there's a fantasy I've never shared with him—one that's growing louder in my mind every day. When I finally work up the courage to ask if he's ever thought about sharing me with another man, he’s surprised...and willing. Two people’s desires. TOM I've spent years hiding parts of myself, burying desires I never thought I could explore. When Rachel suggests bringing in another man, I'm terrified—not because I don't want it, but because I want it more than I can admit. As we step into this new territory ...

Thanks to the magic of The Book, Joe, Sam, and Fred are back in the wild, wild West - and it's proving to be way too wild. They're almost stampeded by a herd of crazed cattle and nearly suffocated by foul cow fumes! Then they meet a friendly Indian chief, but why do his warriors keep staring at their scalps?

With the island of Avalon far behind them, Meredith and her companions continue their search for Candidate One in the hope of finally discovering the secrets behind why they were brought to this strange, future-version of Earth. Wild adventures, mysterious technologies, and new friends will help Meredith on her journey. But the Adversary has its own plans for her, and soon she finds herself fighting for survival against an enemy unlike anything she has encountered before. There is only one hope for the future of humanity. Can Meredith handle the burden?

Tom Holland arrived in Burlington after making a couple of life-changing decisions. One of them he would never regret…the other he was still wrestling with.But even before the recent events that sped up his plans, he’d been considering that he needed a change in his life…and his career but hadn’t been able to push himself into action. After the last couple of weeks he realized it was no longer an idle consideration, it was a necessity. When he chose Burlington as his destination it wasn’t with a dart tossed at a map. In large part it was because the city was the new home of an old...

When Joe's sister, Anna, accidentally opens The Book, Joe, Sam, and Fred suddenly find themselves in ancient Egypt. Soon, the Time Warpers are dodging crocodiles on the Nile, outwitting the evil high priest, and searching for an escape route from the mummy-making chamber.

Hiding is no longer acceptable…she needed answers…but answers alone might not be enough…and they could prove deadly…there were no more secrets…they could be deadly too… Mick Johnson might be dead but his killer is unknown and the clues leading to them are non-existent. Completely non-existent…which according to Jackson never ever happens…then he finds one but how does he tell Simon…But Elijah Sullivan, the father she adored all her life left clues…she just has to unravel them even as she comes to terms with her feelings about Harper…and his for her. It’s the middle ...

Over the course of a year, Michael Austin - an English professor and literary critic who was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - read the Book of Mormon for the first time in more than 30 years and wrote weekly blog posts detailing his insights and challenges with the text. The 44 essays in Buried Treasures, adapted from those original posts, show a trained scholar and literary critic grappling with the foundational text of his own religious tradition and finding surprising things that he had never seen before.