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1883

The Christian's Secret of a Happy Life


Hannah Whitall Smith - 1883
    The ChristianAs secret of a happy life guides readers to reply not on the shifting sands of emotions but on the constant and unshakable faithfulness of God.

The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah


Alfred Edersheim - 1883
    This classic work successfully portrays the streets, the marketplaces, the religious conflicts, the people, and the places of Jesus' earthly ministry.Edersheim divides his work into five sections, or books: Book 1 "The Preparation for the Gospel"Introductory historical, religious, political, and cultural material based on the author's extensive knowledge of Jewish lore and customs. Book 2 "From Bethlehem to Jordan"The background of Herod and his reign, St. John the Baptist and his message, and the birth and baptism of Jesus. Book 3 "From Jordan to the Mount of Transfiguration"Thirty-seven chapters explore the miracles and teachings of Jesus' early ministry. Book 4 "The Descent into the Valley of Humiliation"A history of the latter part of Jesus' ministry from the Transfiguration to the journey to Jerusalem. Book 5 "The Cross and the Crown"A chronicle of each day of Passion Week, from Palm Sunday to the Resurrection. AppendicesValuable background material on Jewish history, tradition, and law"

The Man of the House


Pansy - 1883
    As the man of the house, he feels responsible for supporting his widowed mother and younger sister by taking just about any job he can get. While doing a job for a wealthy businessman, Reuben is thrust into a dangerous situation—one he isn’t sure he’ll survive; but when he turns to God for the first time, and asks for His protection, Reuben receives an immediate answer! Soon, Reuben finds himself turning to God for guidance in everything he does. Then, with diligence and hard work, and God’s blessings upon him, Reuben’s luck begins to change. But though he knows he owes his new good fortune to God’s blessings, Reuben is still reluctant to give his life to Christ. It will take one more dangerous situation for Reuben to realize how fulfilled his life can be with Jesus as his Captain. This version of the 1883 classic Christian novel includes a biography of the author and additional bonus content.