The Faith Seed

Thoreau's last important research and writing projects, published here for the first time, draws on Darwin's theory of natural selection to describe plant ecology.

Oral Roberts was barely making ends meet when he discovered the three key principles of Seed-Faith in God’s Word. “They have never failed me,” he shares. “When I had no earthly source or person to turn to, when I was alone with nothing but big problems and challenges facing me, these principles showed me God is my Source. They showed me how to use my giving as a seed I was planting, and to expect God to multiply it even if it took a miracle.” The Miracle of Seed-Faith has revolutionized the lives of millions of people. As you read it, let God show you how you can get your needs met through His eternal plan of seedtime and harvest, sowing and reaping, giving and receiving. Man’s economic systems may fail, but God’s plan never does. By getting into the rhythm of Seed-Faith living, you’ll learn that His more-than-enough resources are always available to you.

The Faith Seed is a book about a young girl who is looking for the meaning of faith. Her brother, Cole; cousin, Emmy; and Gega help her find the meaning. There were voices who tried to discourage her, but she continued on in her search. Faith only shows up when we walk in belief. If we start with a little faith, the more it will grow. It is a God thing.

The Faith Seed is a book about a young girl who is looking for the meaning of faith. Her brother, Cole; cousin, Emmy; and Gega help her find the meaning. There were voices who tried to discourage her, but she continued on in her search. Faith only shows up when we walk in belief. If we start with a little faith, the more it will grow. It is a God thing.

Faith in a Seed contains the hitherto unpublished work The Dispersion of Seeds, one of Henry D. Thoreau's last important research and writing projects, and now his first new book to appear in 125 years. With the remarkable clarity and grace that characterize all of his writings, Thoreau describes the ecological succession of plant species through seed dispersal. The Dispersion of Seeds, which draws on Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection, refutes the then widely accepted theory that some plants spring spontaneously to life, independent of roots, cuttings, or seeds. As Thoreau wrote: "Though I do not believe a plant will spring up where no seed has been, I have great faith in a seed. Convince me that you have a seed there, and I am prepared to expect wonders." Henry D. Thoreau's Faith in a Seed, was first published in hardcover in 1993 by Island Press under the Shearwater Books imprint, which unifies scientific views of nature with humanistic ones. This important work, the first publication of Thoreau's last manuscript, is now available in paperback. Faith in a Seed contains Thoreau's last important research and writing project, The Dispersion of Seeds, along with other natural history writings from late in his life. Edited by Bradley P. Dean, professor of English at East Carolina University and editor of the Thoreau Society Bulletin, these writings demonstrate how a major American author at the height of his career succeeded in making science and literature mutually enriching.

Father Billy's powerful reflections on faith in the life of the disciple of Christ, with accompanying reflection questions, can be an excellent vehicle for prayer and study groups, RCIA programmes, and ongoing faith formation for adults.

Sowing the Seed of Faith is an incredible story of faith, trust, belief, prayer, and holding to the promises of God, and it will inspire readers of all ages. Follow the author's journey of faith from the blessings of ordinary days to the miracles of extraordinary days. Read how Kathy learned to listen to the inner voice of the Holy Spirit and follow God down paths she had not planned and to experiences where God's power showed itself strong on her behalf. Read about the devastating accident in which Kathy "died" and was with the Lord until her husband called "life" back into her. Follow her determined road back to health as she believed God and held fast to His promises. Kathleen Rutt has lived eighty years trusting God in all things and sowing seeds of faith in all situations. Believing God's Word and His promise of salvation led Kathleen to accept Jesus as her savior when she was a young girl. Trusting that God had brought the "man of her dreams" into her life, she married Richard Rutt when she was eighteen. Holding to God's promises when told she could not have children, she gave birth to a son, Steven, and a daughter, Faith. Believing that God wanted her to sow seeds of faith in the lives of others, she worked with children, counseled and encouraged many, opened her home to those in need, and interceded in prayer for thousands. Praying always, in all things, she has witnessed miracles of healing and restoration in her own life and in the lives of family, friends, and others in need.

Planting a Seed of Faith in the hearts of our children is much like sowing a seed in a young, fertile garden. If nurtured and cared for, will take root and become their foundation to grow strong in the Lord. What greater gift could we possibly give? It is Christmas Eve, and the small foothill Village of Shiloh was suffering from a severe drought. Aside from not having water for their crops, the people had no Christmas trees. A father retells the story to his young daughter that took place forty years ago. A story that no one in the Village of Shiloh will ever forget. So begins author Dan Petronelli's eloquent parable of faith, chronicling the spiritual journey of a group of young boys. The boys hatched a plan to secretly climb over the mountain in search of a beautiful, living Christmas tree. They did not know that a fearsome blizzard was on its way. Dan Petronelli expertly weaves a timeless tale of the joy and the blessings of faith, of having courage in the most challenging moments in life, knowing that God is by your side, will provide families and young readers a story that will endure for many Christmases to come.