Ponder: v.; to weigh in the mind, think about, reflect upon. Sandi rises early to watch the sunrise with her Lord almost every morning. Is there a better way to start a day than by pondering in the intimacy of each morning's new light on a deck with an open view of the Sierra Nevada Mountains--Bible and coffee in hand? Often during these conversations with God, a word or phrase is given to her that she then prayerfully considers. In this devotional, Sandi shares her sunrise ponderings; these short pieces are neither guided prayers nor a devotional but an invitation to an examined life in conversation with the God who loves you. They are honest, humorous, and thought-provoking.

Two friends, Jens and Gary, both Dutch, travel in 1992 to California for a sports training camp and are involved in a devastating plane crash. They barely survive; out of the twenty-two people on board sixteen are killed, including two of their Dutch team mates. A young Dutch woman, who unknowingly belongs to a subculture guided by underground powers, is indirectly involved in the accident. Back home she tries to find the Dutch survivors. Jens and Gary experience the most difficult period of their life; having to deal with the grief of losing their friends and recovering from severe injuries. In the period after the accident, their lives start changing. They are caught up in events they never thought possible. Jens and Gary meet occasionally. In intense discussions they discover that not all is what it seems. Twelve years after the accident, several striking signs draw Jens' attention. "Too many to be just coincidental", he decides. "Is someone trying to tell me something? Does Gary have a point after all?", he wonders. In 2012, a remembrance day is organized at the crash site. Back in California Jens meets a presumed lost friend. This event explains to him why things have happened, and why certain people have played a part in his life. He is shocked by what he hears about mysterious tribes and clans who guide and influence us earthly inhabitants. It all unfolds in a thrilling vision on the origin of mankind, the society and our greatest threat. BY SHEER ACCIDENT is based on many true events experienced by the writers themselves.

In Living Stories Donald Capps makes a forceful case for the importance of pastoral counseling in the life of a congregation. Arguing convincingly for a "paradigmatic revolution," Capps offers a radically new model that gives systematic and constructive attention to the way people actually "story" their lives - inspirationally, paradoxically, or miraculously. Through such engagement, pastors can help people discover their own stories, discern the shape and direction of those stories, and move constructively to find new understandings or more hopeful possibilities in their life situations.

Poems to Ponder Upon is compiled of twenty years of poems! I hope you enjoy reading this book and pondering upon these poems as much as I do. aEURoeAll credit to God, Jesus and the Holy Ghost.aEUR aEURoeThat they may know that this is thy hand; that thou, Lord, hast done it.aEUR Psalm 109:27

ZZZZZ From my heart I will make known, Many treasures I do cherish, What to me my God has shown. ZZZZZ-end In this collection of praise-filled poems, Irene Collins writes about God's greatness, as seen in the beauty of the world around us, and of His sacrifice in His Son, Jesus Christ, His passion and resurrection, and our ultimate salvation. She puts a poetic twist on familiar Bible stories, like that of the prodigal son, and reminds us to pray and trust in the wisdom of God always. Poems to Ponder for God's Glory offers Christians, whether new or old, inspiration and hope for their own spiritual walks. Author Irene Collins became a Christian in 1975, and it was then she says she experienced the power of God's love and salvation in her heart. To this day, she continues to be held captive by the love and grace of God. Writing has become a way of expressing what is on her heart and to testify of the grace and power of God. A country girl at heart, Irene Collins lives in South Carolina with her husband, John. She is the mother of two and grandmother of six. Poems to Ponder for God's Glory is her first book.

Ponder Thoughts guides the reader to the Word, and invites a deeper look at each passage. The Author's candid reflection each day reveals the simplicity of pausing and letting the word dwell within; transforming the mind and releasing the life giving power of God's grace. This devotional book mixes the author's personal insights, with practical application for a refreshingly concise treasure to carry through the day. Each "Thought" is meant to inspire meditation and reflection. Enjoy the journey into God's heart of love for his children as you read "Ponder Thoughts."

Ponder, Pray, Practice is a book of 366 daily devotional thoughts designed for the Christian who wants something to chew on spiritually each day. Each little spiritual meal focuses on a challenging Bible verse, what it means and how it may be applied in a Christian's life. The short prayer suggestions included with each devotional thought are intended to act as starters for the Christian's daily conversation with God. Designed for the Christian who likes thinking, these devotionals are not theological discussions, but they do grapple with substantive Christian doctrines.

A definitive look at how church music is changing in the 21st century. There is no lack of resources for the church musician focusing on particular skills or repertoire. But this is the first collection of essays created specifically for musicians working in parish ministry that imagines how those vocations will change along with the evolving church. Ponder Anew chronicles the rapid changes in the church music landscape in the last 20 years including the role of technology, education, relationships with clergy and choristers, and cultural presumptions. Contributors are parish musicians, professors, clergy, and bishops.

Inspiring Nature and Other Tid-Bits to Ponder goes deeply into the reality of the hues of nature, blending the nectar of beauty with the pinch of reality, revealing the thorns in life. It's a gentle reminder to live a little and appreciate the beauty of Life