Reaching The World In Our Own Backyard

Reaching the World in Our Own Backyard is designed as a guidebook for Christians to better understand and engage people from other countries including immigrants, foreign exchange students, and tourists. By both region and religion, author Rajendra K. Pillai explains cultural considerations and common points of reference to readers eager to share the good news of Jesus Christ with foreign-born individuals. Between 1990 and 2000, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism–along with many other religions–grew at a record pace, due heavily to immigration and conversion. During this same period of time the number of people who call themselves Christians dropped by 9 percent. Meanwhile, 98 percent of churches experienced non-growth or declines in attendance.

Although more than half a million international students are enrolled at U.S. universities in any given year, few are welcomed into American homes and even fewer attend a church. "The World at Your Door" makes ministry to international students understandable and attainable for all Christians--highlighting God's great work in bringing the mission field to our doorstep.

With 300 fabulous images, 50 fantastic projects, and lots of fascinating scientific information, this is simply the most out-of-this world introduction to astronomy a child can have. "An excellent introduction to astronomy...outstanding background information ...Spectacular color photos and other graphics, useful charts, and graphs augment the text."--School Library Journal, starred review What are stars? Why does the moon change shape? Budding astronomers will find answers to all their questions about the night sky--and far more--in these 50 eye-opening activities. Three-hundred color photos and illustrations, some from NASA's magnificent collection, help kids soar out into the solar system and get their bearings among the stars. Youngsters will learn to use binoculars and telescopes, and how to chart their viewing highlights in a stargazing notebook. A photographic trip to the moon will inspire kids to map its many phases, calculate a person's lunar weight, and find out what happens during an eclipse. Voyaging farther out also reveals why the other planets wouldn't make a good home for humans, and will help children understand why Earth is avery special place. A Selection of the Children's Book-of-the-Month Club and the Scholastic Book Club.

Fears for the future, guilt about all those unfinished tasks, constantly on the go trying to get everything done and, above all else, a sense of dissatisfaction with yourself – welcome to the reality of twenty-first-century women! Yes, we are all drawn onto the treadmill of daily life and have no idea how to get off and just allow ourselves to be. To slow down. To enjoy ourselves. To have fun. To celebrate. To find the time to arrange flowers leisurely in a vase and so come to realize that what we see around us is, in fact, the most beautiful thing we possess. “Working on women’s magazines has led me to acquire some unique knowledge – not merely practical in nature but also highly inspirational. In my book, I have set out to share the essence of this knowledge gained over years of working with professionals in a range of fields - stylists, dieticians, fitness trainers, therapists, and so on,” the book’s author and long-time editor in chief of COSMOPOLITAN and SHAPE magazines, Gundega Roze reveals. “Diamonds in Your Backyard” provides inspiration for the enhancement of women’s self-confidence, the celebration of life and self-improvement. First published in Latvia in the original language as "Dimanti tavā pagalmā", the book soared to the top of the bestsellers’ list in just a few weeks to reach the number one spot. It has exceeded annual sales figures of other bestselling Latvian books. Over 8000 copies sold. 13,000 Facebook followers

By sharing her simple and practical ideas, Donna Thomas gives readers the confidence they need to become world-changing disciples. She is advocating a missional lifestyle not a program. She covers the basics of international ministry: how to start a conversation; how to build a meaningful relationship; and how to work the Lord into ongoing conversations. With sensitivity, Thomas helps readers overcome their fears and then understand how to befriend and witness to people of another faith or cultural background.

The perceptions and attitudes that exist today between the East and the West had their origins in former times and earlier civilizations but have been exacerbated by current day acts of hostility and the re-emergence of an intimidating ideology. This seemingly unending conflict is no longer confined to the Middle East but is now wreaking havoc on a good part of the western world, changing lifestyles and decimating economies. We are engaged in a war against terror without clearly understanding the enemy we face or the inspiration behind the zeal that drives people to bring harm to us—at any cost. Middle East Realities recounts the genesis of today’s conflict, reviews the histories and natures of the key players and explains those factors that drive their actions. This brief and easy-to-read book aims to leave the reader with an improved understanding of this debilitating and broadening concern that is growing increasingly perilous and ever intrusive.