The Good Wine Served Last

This Book is produced by me to publicly witness, share, acknowledge, give thanks to God, for the gift of life, for the gifts, talents, graces bestowed, received, promised, past, present and to come. Reborn, likened unto a child, released to explore, taste, sow new seeds, harvest new crops, embrace outwards, share authentically life. Truly new wine is never poured into old vessels. My Poetry herein hangs together, depicts, records, the changing Seasons of my life, from my anxious cries in Poem entitled “Troubled Beginnings” to the continuing transformative light of my Poem “ Catterpillar to Butterfly”

Why would the pastor of a large and successful church risk everything in a quest to find a richer, deeper, fuller Christianity? In Water To Wine Brian Zahnd tells his story of disenchantment with pop Christianity and his search for a more substantive faith. "I was halfway to ninety-midway through life-and I had reached a full-blown crisis. Call it garden variety mid-life crisis if you want, but it was something more. You might say it was a theological crisis, though that makes it sound too cerebral. The unease I felt came from a deeper place than a mental file labeled "theology." I was wrestling with the uneasy feeling that the faith I had built my life around was somehow deficient. Not wrong, but lacking. It seemed watery, weak. In my most honest moments I couldn't help but notice that the faith I knew seemed to lack the kind of robust authenticity that made Jesus so fascinating. And I had always been utterly fascinated by Jesus. What I knew was that the Jesus I believed in warranted a better Christianity than what I was familiar with. I was in Cana and the wine had run out. I needed Jesus to perform a miracle." -Water To Wine

Have you ever wondered... How Did God Do It? How did God perform the many miracles and supernatural events described in the Holy Bible — without violating the laws of physics and chemistry that He Himself put into place? And without conflicting with the basic tenets of Judaism and Christianity? This book proposes a theory that marries faith and rationality in a symphony of science and scripture.

“Can I just be Marissa, please? I want to be hilarious and sexy and smart and insanely knowledgeable about wine.” —Mindy Kaling A fresh, fun, and unpretentious guide to wine from Marissa A. Ross, official wine columnist for Bon Appétit. Does the thought of having to buy wine for a dinner party stress you out? Is your go-to strategy to pick the bottle with the coolest label? Are you tired of choosing pairings based on your wallet, instead of your palate? Fear not! Bon Appétit wine columnist and Wine. All The Time. blogger Marissa A. Ross is here to help. In this utterly accessible yet comprehensive guide to wine, Ross will walk you through the ins and outs of wine culture. Told in her signature comedic voice, with personal anecdotes woven in among its lessons, Wine. All the Time. will teach you to sip confidently, and make you laugh as you're doing it. In Wine. All The Time., you’ll learn how to: • Describe what you’re drinking, and recognize your preferences • Find the best bottle for you budget and occasion • Read and understand what’s written on a wine label • Make the perfect pairings between what you’re drinking and what you’re eating • Throw the best damn dinner party your guests will ever attend • And much more

NEWNESS OF LIFE is a compilation of 101 meditations of the heart. The content is Biblical and the language is simple. These reflections are based on Scripture passages, that were originally written during the lockdown year 2020 through 2021 in random order, 365 in all. They were arranged thematically later. It was never meant to be published since it is a part of a personal prayer journal that the author later decided to share with others. Some of the topics include Repentance, Holiness, Faith, Divine Healing, Salvation, Praise, and God's Eternal Word. The Christian walk is not just terribly difficult, a path so rocky that many fall by the wayside, but it is downright impossible to achieve in our human strength. It is, however, simple and full of joy when we partner with "the Helper," the Holy Spirit who abides in us. The purpose of this book, therefore, is to address some of the doubts that haunt us and the lies of this world that cling to us from our past life. It is the Truth alone that sets us free and enables us to live as Jesus taught us. So NEWNESS OF LIFE is intended to encourage the Christian to walk by Faith and not by sight, on the narrow path, and in the victorious "New Life" that we have in Christ Jesus.

We know Jesus the Savior, but have we met Jesus, Prince of Peace? When did we accept vengeance as an acceptable part of the Christian life? How did violence and power seep into our understanding of faith and grace? For those troubled by this trend toward the sword, perhaps there is a better way. What if the message of Jesus differs radically differs from the drumbeats of war we hear all around us? Using his own journey from war crier to peacemaker and his in-depth study of peace in the scriptures, author and pastor Brian Zahnd reintroduces us to the gospel of Peace.

eBook now easier to navigate than ever Unger’s Bible Dictionary has been one of the best-selling Bible dictionaries on the market since its introduction in 1957. Now, this time-honored classic is more valuable than ever. Updated and expanded by respected Bible authorities including R.K. Harrison, Howard F. Vos, and Cyril J. Barber, The New Unger’s Bible Dictionary is packed with the most current scholarship. Plus, the table of contents is enhanced for easy navigation. Readers can jump to any letter and see a full list of words, allowing them to locate any entry within seconds. No more paging through whole sections of the book to find your word. More than 67,000 entries are supplemented with detailed essays, colorful photography and maps, and dozens of charts and illustrations to enhance your understanding of God’s Word. Although this volume is based on the New American Standard, extensive cross-referencing makes it useful with all major Bible translations, including the New International, King James, and New King James versions.

Wine basics in a day? Easy. Wine can be an intimidating topic, but doesn't have to be—and this handy little guide gives you just what you need to buy and serve wine with confidence. Buying & Serving Wine In A Day For Dummies covers everything from navigating wine shops, lists, and varietals to opening and serving wine properly. Plus, you'll get tips and advice for storing both unopened and leftover wine. Navigating wine shops and restaurant wine lists How to open a bottle, choose a glass, and serve the wine Serving temperatures for wine, and guidelines for storing leftover wine Understanding more about wine from its label Online component takes readers beyond the book with bonus content and features Get set to impress your friends with your newfound knowledge in no time!