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Most influential books

Some books are just enjoyable to read while others offer a way of living that, when followed, can radically change and shape one's life. Here are a few of those books:

The Bible
Moses, Solomon, David, Paul, and many more.
It wasn't until the age of 25 that I started applying its principles to my life. There are many bibles to choose from. I prefer the NASB english translations. NIV or New King James are fine translations. La Bible du Semeur is a good French translation. Start with a study Bible. There are many print sizes available.
Find one Read online
"Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like a man who looks at his face in a mirror and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. But the man who looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues to do this, not forgetting what he has heard, but doing it—he will be blessed in what he does." James 1:22-25

Body & Soul
JP Moreland and Scott B. Rae
This book had me reflect on who I am as a human being created by God and helped shape my worldview. JP Moreland is a philosopher, teacher at Biola University and my spiritual mentor.
ISBN: 0830815775

The Spirit of the Disciplines
Dallas Willard
The disciplines of "abstinence" and "engagement" Willard discusses are a practical way into a more effective cooperation with Christ and his kingdom. Practicing these activities as Jesus did will bring our whole selves into cooperation with God.
ISBN: 0060694424

Body-for-Life
Bill Phillips
Talk about the perfect plan to get in top shape in only 12 weeks. No gimmicks, just hard work, perseverance and self-control.
ISBN: 0785263268 www.bodyforlife.com Franck

Total Money Makeover
Dave Ramsey
This book continues to help our family in the area of finances.
ISBN: 0785263268 www.totalmoneymakeover.com

Other books I recommend

Songham 1

Squash Mash Potatoes

Does a Fetus Have a Soul?

by Gregory Koukl

The argument that an acorn isn't an oak but a potential oak isn't true. How does this apply to humans?

There is no evidence scripturally for a preexistent human being apart from the body so my presumption is that when the sperm and ovum become a new independent human life the immaterial part of man is present as well. That's somewhat of a conjecture. But my sense of things is that the most reasonable way to understand the soul in relationship to the human being is that at the time a human being is created and comes into existence, all aspects of that human come into being. There is no reason to dichotomize the human life and the soul. It strikes me as the tidiest and most reasonable thing that when a being comes into being, that being is everything that it is. Read more...

Roughy Filets

Roughy Filets
Breaded roughy fish filets
Tartar Sauce
Spiced potatoes
Spinash Salad
Corn Bread

Emergent Properties

Emergent Properties of Matter, Part 1: The Making of a Masterpiece
by David J. Hill

As the Coldplay song "Don't Panic" says, "We live in a beautiful world." David J. Hill agrees. And he expounds on this idea in his first article in a two-part series dealing with the phenomenon of emergent properties. Keep Reading...

Emergent Properties of Matter, Part 2: Masterpieces Everywhere
by David J. Hill

Beauty can be found in unexpected places. In the second of his two-part series, David J. Hill examines the remarkable beauty found in the intricacies of the cell and the amazing human mind. Keep Reading...

Homemade Tacos

Fried Soft Taco Shell
Spiced Beef
Avocadoes
Lettuce
Tomatoes
Grated Cheese
Crême Fraiche

Thai Honey Chicken

Honey Chicken
Breaded Chicken Breasts
Jasmine Rice





















Thai Spring Rolls
Deep fry spring rolls
Dip in Sweet Thai Chili Sauce