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Award-winning narrator Mike Vendetti narrates "The War Prayer", a short story or prose poem by Mark Twain, a scathing indictment of war and particularly of blind patriotic and religious fervor as motivations for war.

This short story by Mark Twain was not published until 1916, six years after his death in 1910, because his family considered it too scandalous. After all, what could be more scandalous then attacking religion and war. Narrator John Greenman takes us inside that church as the preacher beseeches God to grant them victory and protect our troops when a stranger appears.

They began operations out of England in the spring of '43. They flew their Flying Fortresses almost daily against strategic targets in Europe in the name of freedom. Their astonishing courage and appalling losses earned them the name that resounds in the annals of aerial warfare and made the "Bloody Hundredth" a legend. Harry H. Crosby—soon to be portrayed by Anthony Boyle in the miniseries Masters of the Air developed by Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg—arrived with the very first crews, and left with the very last.

As Christians, we often struggle to find the words to speak in the presence of God. Praying to God may feel foreign or like a ritual, and adding to that frustration, we worry that God isn't listening. Even if he hears, will he reply? This book will show you that God not only listens but also answers. He is waiting to provide an outpouring of blessings, if only you will ask him. God wants you to be a prayer warrior and will help you.

How can we guard ourselves against becoming trapped and overcome by our besetting temptations? John Owen (1616-1683) shows how watching and praying before entering into temptation is key. Jesus gave this command to the disciples on the night he was betrayed (Matt 26:14). This book provides practical suggestions for this work, but it also emphasizes our utter dependence on God and the power of the gospel to keep us from the "hour of temptation." This book was originally published in 1658 as Of Temptation: The Nature and Power of it, The Danger of entering into it, and The Means of preventing...

Equip yourself for the ultimate battleground with the "Spiritual Warfare Prayer Book: 81 Prayers for Spiritual Victory." This powerful collection arms you with prayers designed to fortify your spirit, conquer fear, and stand strong against any adversary. Steeped in resilience and conviction, these prayers provide the divine strength and guidance needed for triumph. Embrace the power within, and emerge victorious in every spiritual battle. Ideal for those seeking unwavering faith and inner fortitude.

As a young woman growing up in Africa, 17-year-old Leymah Gbowee was crushed by a savage war when violence reached her native Monrovia, depriving her of the education she yearned for and claiming the lives of relatives and friends. As war continued to ravage Liberia, Gbowee’s bitterness turned to rage-fueled action as she realized that women bear the greatest burden in prolonged conflicts.

General George Patton needed a miracle. In December 1944, the Allies found themselves stuck. Rain had plagued the troops daily since September, turning roads into rivers of muck, slowing trucks and tanks to a crawl. A thick ceiling of clouds had grounded American warplanes, allowing the Germans to reinforce. The sprint to Berlin had become a muddy, bloody stalemate, costing thousands of American lives. Patton seethed, desperate for some change, any change, in the weather.

Tony and Elizabeth Jordan have it all - great jobs, a beautiful daughter, and their dream house. But appearances can be deceiving. Their world is actually crumbling under the strain of a failing marriage. While Tony basks in his professional success and flirts with temptation, Elizabeth resigns herself to increasing bitterness. But their lives take an unexpected turn when Elizabeth meets her newest client, Miss Clara, a wise, older widow who challenges Elizabeth to start fighting for her family instead of fighting against her husband.

On New Year's Eve in 2012, Matthew Schrier was headed home from Syria, where he'd been photographing the country's civil war. Just 45 minutes from the safety of the Turkish border, he was taken prisoner by the al-Nusra Front. Over the next seven months he would endure torture and near starvation in six brutal terrorist prisons. And, eventually, he would escape. In this gripping, raw, and surprisingly funny memoir, Schrier details the horrifying and frequently surreal experience of being a slight, wisecracking Jewish guy held captive by the world's most violent Islamic extremists.

Few are aware of the risks that the pioneering airmen of the First World War took. On a Wing and a Prayer is a narrative history that conveys the perils of those early days, the thrills of learning to fly, and the horrors of war in the air at a time when pilots carried little defensive armament and no parachutes.

A major architect of welfare reform as President of the Board of Trade and as Home Secretary, Winston Churchill also continued to push a radical social agenda while running the Navy. While he was in charge of the Royal Navy between October 1911 and May 1915, not only were there major improvements in pay and conditions for sailors but detailed consideration was also given to the future of the spirit ration; to the punishing and eradicating of homosexual practices; to the spiritual concerns of the fleet; and to the regime of corporal punishment that underpinned naval discipline for boy sailors. 

I wanted to feel close to God…but I didn't know how. Do you want to deepen your walk with God and feel His love again, but can't figure out how to get there? On the outside, everyone thinks you're doing well. But you know something is missing and want to find the key to connecting with God. Or you feel close to God but would like a simple way to show others how they can experience the love of God. This book is for you, too. You already know that the only way to overcome the storms of life is to stay close to the Rock that can't be shaken. The good news is God wants to fill you with His ...

Excerpt Day 16 God answers prayers in His own way But Naaman became angry and stalked away. “I thought he would certainly come out to meet me!” he said. “I expected him to wave his hand over the leprosy and call on the name of the LORD his God and heal me! Aren’t the rivers of Damascus, the Abana and the Pharpar, better than any of the rivers of Israel? Why shouldn’t I wash in them and be healed?” So Naaman turned and went away in a rage. (2 Kings 5:11-12 NLT) Here's a little background: Naaman went to Elisha to be healed of his leprosy. He went to Elisha's house and waited at ...

The Hamas terror attacks against Israeli citizens on October 7, 2023, were just the beginning of a struggle unlike anything Israel has seen since the Holocaust. As the situation in Israel escalates and the days grow darker, we must draw nearer to Jesus and hold on to God's promises that He is in control. In this series which includes interviews with experts, Skip Heitzig provides insight into the conflict in Israel and encourages us to "pray for the peace of Jerusalem" (Psalm 122:6).

I Wanted to Get Closer to Jesus…But I Didn't Know How As Christians, we sometimes struggle to have a close relationship with Jesus. We want to be close, but our habits and anxieties seem to keep us far away. And if we did get close, would God really want us? This book will show you that God has made a way for you to be very close with Jesus. He is waiting to know you on a more intimate level, if only you will ask Him. God wants you to be his friend and will help you. Author Dan Lancaster was struck by how eight pictures of Jesus helped believers grow in their faith during his time as an ...

Prayer is also the most misused, misunderstood, and un-used resource we have available to us. God created us in his image. His image! Do you understand what that means? It means we are as like God as any aspect of creation can be. It means we are special. It means God very much desires to have a relationship with us - one that is deeply personal. It means he will listen and answer our prayers when we pray because of his desire to be close to us.

Prayer Works is an exciting combination of one man’s journey and an exhaustive Old and New Testament study of approaching every life situation with prayer. Pray with the Spirit at all times. Use all kinds of prayers and requests. Be on guard! Always pray for all the holy people (Ephesians 6:18 PEB). Prayer Works is an in-depth look at prayer and the power it has to positively change your life today. Based on the Three Principles of Prayer asking, seeking, and knocking you will learn about different types of prayer including the: Prayer of authority Prayer of inquiry Prayer of faith ...

A Girl from Busan is an epic generational tale of resilience, where unwavering faith and the unbreakable bond of a mother’s love transcend devastating personal trials in a foreign culture. Amidst the tumult of the Korean War, young Okhui wandered the streets of Busan, seeking solace in the flickering shadows of the Munhwa theater. There, surrounded by the glamourous billboards of Hollywood cinema, she dreamt of gliding across the silver screen like Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. Holding these dreams close to her heart, she ventured to America as a young bride, bearing the burden of a ...

"Demonic Oppression and Breaking Soul Ties: Unleashing the Power of 100 Dangerous Prayers for Total Deliverance, Breaking the Yoke, and Recovering Your Blessings" In this compelling and transformative book, embark on a spiritual journey to break free from the chains of demonic oppression and soul ties that have hindered your life. Within these pages, you'll discover a potent arsenal of 100 powerful prayers meticulously crafted to shatter the bonds that have held you captive, liberating your soul and reclaiming your blessings. Through riveting personal stories and expert guidance, you'll ...