The Prince and the poor Beggar


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In a time long ago, a kingdom thrived under the rule of a wise and just king. The king and his queen were beloved by their subjects, and their reign was marked by prosperity and harmony. However, their greatest joy came with the birth of their only son, Prince Frederick. From an early age, it was evident that Prince Frederick possessed a kind heart and a deep sense of empathy. Surrounded by wealth and privilege, the young prince yearned for something more-something beyond the confines of the palace walls. He longed to understand the struggles faced by those less fortunate, to explore the world beyond his sheltered existence. Guided by his insatiable curiosity and an innate desire to make a difference, Prince Frederick often found himself venturing into the streets of the kingdom, disguised as a commoner. He would observe the lives of the people, listen to their stories, and offer a helping hand whenever possible. Little did Prince Frederick know that these early encounters would plant the seeds of compassion that would later shape his destiny. The empathy he felt for the less fortunate would ignite a fire within him-a fire that would drive him to become a beacon of hope and kindness in a world that sometimes seemed devoid of such virtues. And so, as the young prince grew, so too did his longing for a greater purpose. The path that lay ahead would be filled with challenges, lessons, and unexpected transformations. The prince's journey would take him from the opulence of the palace to the humble abodes of the impoverished. It would test his resolve, push the boundaries of his understanding, and ultimately lead him to discover the true meaning of nobility. This is the story of Prince Frederick-the tale of a privileged youth who became a compassionate leader, a story of the transformative power of empathy, and a reminder that true greatness lies not in titles or riches, but in the ability to bring light to the lives of others.




Walking Each Other Home


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The English writer G. K. Chesterton once wrote: "Nothing taken for granted; everything received with gratitude; everything passed on with grace." These reflections are the author's effort, as an older father, to pass on to his daughter, with grace, what he believes is truly important in life. When his daughter was young, he used to tell her that his constant prayer was to live long enough so that "I can get you raised!" Thankfully, that prayer has been answered. But parenting is a life-long process that evolves as we and our children grow older. Through the years, Dr. Wilcox has discovered that being an older father has advantages and disadvantages. If age gives one more life experience and wisdom, then hopefully these reflections will be a way that he can share his life and wisdom with her and others. Throughout thirty years as a psychotherapist and spiritual director, Dr. Wilcox counseled many fathers who were genuinely trying to be good parents. This book is intended to help fathers influence, in a positive way, the life choices their daughters will make. It is an invitation to explore how we can continue to help our daughters grow spiritually and psychologically into the person God is calling them to become.










D. L. Moody and His Work


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More Hot Illustrations for Youth Talks


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Hot Illustrations for Youth Talks -- Wayne Rice's original collection of stories, parables, and anecdotes -- was an instant bestseller. Youth workers clamored for more. And here they are! Wayne has assembled another 100 illustrations from his own files and from the files of youth ministry's best speakers -- Tony Campolo - Doug Fields - Laurie Polich - Miles McPherson Brennan Manning - Les Christie - Bill McNabb - Joel Lusz -- and many more! Here are all kinds of stories for all kinds of youth talks -- devotionals, Bible lessons, openers, humorous anecdotes, poignant narratives, fables, real-life stories. They're all indexed by topic, and they all work with teenagers. They're just the thing to give your youth talks that extra spark you're looking for. If you've used Hot Illustrations for Youth Talks (or used it up!), welcome to this all new collection. If this is your introduction to Hot Illustrations, you're in for a treat -- and your kids will love you for it!







John Gay’s The Beggar’s Opera 1728-2004


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When Richard Steele remarked that the greatest Evils in human Society are such as no Law can come at, he was not able to forsee the spectacular success of John Gay's satire of society, the administration of law and crime, politics, the Italian opera and other topics. Gay's The Beggar's Opera, with its mixture of witty dialogue and popular songs, was imitated by 18th century writers, criticized by those on the seats of power, but remained a favourite of the English theatre public ever since. With N. Playfair's 1920 revival and B. Brecht's and K. Weill's 1928 Dreigroschenoper, Gay's play has been a starting-point for dramatists such as V. Havel (Zebrácká opera, 1975), W. Soyinka (Opera Wonyosi, 1977), Ch. Buarque (Ópera do Malandro, 1978), D. Fo (L'opera dello sghignazzo, 1981), A. Ayckbourn (A Chorus of Disapproval, 1984), as well as others such as Latouche, Hacks, Fassbinder, Dear, Wasserman, and Lepage. Apart from contributions by international scholars analysing the above-named plays, the editors' introduction covers other dramatists that have payed hommage to Gay. This interdisciplinary collection of essays is of particular interest for scholars working in the field of drama/theatre studies, the eighteenth century, contemporary drama, postcolonial studies, and politics and the stage.