Books with author Jay W. Richards

The New York Times bestselling author and senior fellow at the Discovery Institute blends science and religion in this thoughtful guide that teaches modern believers how to use the leading wellness trend today—intermittent fasting—as a means of spiritual awakening, adopting the traditions our Christians ancestors practiced for centuries into daily life.Wellness minded people today are increasingly turning to intermittent fasting to bolster their health. But we aren’t the first people to abstain from eating for a purpose. This routine was a common part of our spiritual ancestors’ lives for 1,500 years. Jay Richards argues that Christians should recover the fasting lifestyle, not only to improve our bodies, but to bolster our spiritual health as well. In Eat, Fast, Feast, he combines forgotten spiritual wisdom on fasting and feasting with the burgeoning literature on ketogenic diets and fasting for improved physical and mental health. Based on his popular series “Fasting, Body and Soul” in The Stream, Eat, Fast, Feast explores what it means to substitute our hunger for God for our hunger for food, and what both modern science and the ancient monastics can teach us about this practice.Richards argues that our modern diet—heavy in sugar and refined carbohydrates—locks us into a metabolic trap that makes fasting unfruitful and our feasts devoid of meaning. The good news, he reveals, is that we are beginning to resist the tyranny of processed foods, with millions of people pursuing low carb, ketogenic, paleo, and primal diets. This growing body of experts argue that eating natural fat and fasting is not only safe, but far better than how we eat today. Richards provides a 40-day plan which combines a long-term “nutritional ketosis” with spiritual disciplines. The plan can be used any time of the year or be adapted to a penitential season on the Christian calendar, such as Advent or Lent. Synthesizing recent science with ancient wisdom, Eat, Fast, Feast brings together the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of intermittent fasting to help Christians improve their lives and their health, and bring them closer to God.

The New York Times bestselling author and senior fellow at the Discovery Institute blends science and religion in this thoughtful guide that teaches modern believers how to use the leading wellness trend today—intermittent fasting—as a means of spiritual awakening, adopting the traditions our Christians ancestors practiced for centuries into daily life.Wellness minded people today are increasingly turning to intermittent fasting to bolster their health. But we aren’t the first people to abstain from eating for a purpose. This routine was a common part of our spiritual ancestors’ lives for 1,500 years. Jay Richards argues that Christians should recover the fasting lifestyle, not only to improve our bodies, but to bolster our spiritual health as well. In Eat, Fast, Feast, he combines forgotten spiritual wisdom on fasting and feasting with the burgeoning literature on ketogenic diets and fasting for improved physical and mental health. Based on his popular series “Fasting, Body and Soul” in The Stream, Eat, Fast, Feast explores what it means to substitute our hunger for God for our hunger for food, and what both modern science and the ancient monastics can teach us about this practice.Richards argues that our modern diet—heavy in sugar and refined carbohydrates—locks us into a metabolic trap that makes fasting unfruitful and our feasts devoid of meaning. The good news, he reveals, is that we are beginning to resist the tyranny of processed foods, with millions of people pursuing low carb, ketogenic, paleo, and primal diets. This growing body of experts argue that eating natural fat and fasting is not only safe, but far better than how we eat today. Richards provides a 40-day plan which combines a long-term “nutritional ketosis” with spiritual disciplines. The plan can be used any time of the year or be adapted to a penitential season on the Christian calendar, such as Advent or Lent. Synthesizing recent science with ancient wisdom, Eat, Fast, Feast brings together the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of intermittent fasting to help Christians improve their lives and their health, and bring them closer to God.

Indispensable for both first-time and experienced cat owners, the ASPCA Complete Guide to Cats is the one place to turn for up-to-date information on feline health and behavior, including detailed advice on feeding, grooming, veterinary care, litterbox training, and the special needs of kittens, older cats, and cats from a shelter. With more than 450 illustrations and photos, and an easy-to-use guide to the personalities, characteristics, and idiosyncrasies of the fifty most popular breeds, this handy volume offers real, reliable answers to all of your questions about cats.

Stu Truly has his summer all planned out, and he's anxious to spend time with Becca, the girl who makes his palms sweat and his stomach turn. Will Stu's crush turn into something more?It's the summer before eighth grade, and Stu Truly is enjoying the start of his vacation! His plans consist of playing video games, hanging out with his friends, and, more importantly, hanging out with Becca. But when Stu has a daydream of kissing Becca, he panics. He isn't even sure if he's actually going out with Becca. Sure, they've held hands a couple of times, but that doesn't mean they're going out, does it? When Stu's grandma breaks her hip, his plans are put on hold. Now, he has to help out at her store, Truly Fine Fashions. Unfortunately for Stu, it's a women's clothing store. So he has to balance his summer job and spending time with Becca. This is a hilarious and heartwarming follow-up to the contemporary middle grade novel Stu Truly. Will Stu get his first kiss from the girl who stole his heart?

Get the lowdown on more than 25 of the hottest stars in Major League Baseball! Baseball fans—batter’s up! The book gives you all the need-to-know info about the top players in the game with up-close profiles of over 25 stars sure to light up the season. They including Mike Trout of the Los Angeles Angels, JD Martinez and Chris Sale of the Boston Red Sox, Josh Donaldson of the Toronto Blue Jays, Anthony Rizzo of the Chicago Cubs, and Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees. Check out their key stats, read about their awesome achievements in previous years, then put your MLB knowledge to the test with the “How Well Do You Know MLB?” quiz.

Thanks to the eleven-year-old robotics whiz kid George Gearing and his best buddy, Jackbot, the evil Dr. Micron is finally behind bars. But life is hardly back to normal in Terabyte Heights. With TinkerTech closed down, townspeople are abandoning their beloved robots. Even George himself is in trouble. Despite finally knowing the truth about Project Mercury, he's no closer to being reunited with his parents. Only one person can save them. But if George enlists his help, who will save everyone else when the battle of the bots begins?

Get the lowdown on the hottest stars in the National Basketball Association! It’s nothing but hoop! Basketball season is even better with this guide to the greatest players in the sport, complete with stats. Get the buzz on 15 of the brightest stars old and new, including Chris Paul of the Houston Rockets, Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors, Rudy Gobert of the Utah Jazz, Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics, Anthony Davis of the New Orleans Pelicans, and of course, LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers. Put your NBA knowledge to the test with the “How Well Do You Know the NBA?” quiz.

Sixteen-Year-Old Celstia spends every summer with her family at the elite resort at Lake Conemaugh, a shimmering Allegheny Mountain reservoir held in place by an earthen dam. Tired of the society crowd, Celestia prefers to swim and fish with Peter, the hotel’s hired boy. It’s a friendship she must keep secret, and when companionship turns to romance, it’s a love that could get Celestia disowned. These affairs of the heart become all the more wrenching on a single, tragic day in May, 1889. After days of heavy rain, the dam fails, unleashing 20 million tons of water onto Johnstown, Pennsylvania, in the valley below. The town where Peter lives with his father. The town where Celestia has just arrived to join him. This searing novel in poems explores a cross-class romance—and a tragic event in U. S. history.

Sixteen-Year-Old Celstia spends every summer with her family at the elite resort at Lake Conemaugh, a shimmering Allegheny Mountain reservoir held in place by an earthen dam. Tired of the society crowd, Celestia prefers to swim and fish with Peter, the hotel’s hired boy. It’s a friendship she must keep secret, and when companionship turns to romance, it’s a love that could get Celestia disowned. These affairs of the heart become all the more wrenching on a single, tragic day in May, 1889. After days of heavy rain, the dam fails, unleashing 20 million tons of water onto Johnstown, Pennsylvania, in the valley below. The town where Peter lives with his father. The town where Celestia has just arrived to join him. This searing novel in poems explores a cross-class romance—and a tragic event in U. S. history.

Control doggie odor and fleas, plus heal hot spots, all with one thing?How does that work? And what does it cost?Did you know that long term use of chemical laden flea collars can cause seizures? A scary thought I know. But there is an alternative to this problem and many others. What if there were a way to help your dog with many of the painful everyday issues that come up and do it without the nasty side effects of toxic chemicals? A way to see your dog happy and healthy that was easily affordable and helped to improve the quality of their life.So many of the products out there today can have debilitating side effects like rashes, chemical burns and seizures, to name just a few. And studies show, the more chemicals our pets are exposed to, the higher the incidence of disease and cancer, just like humans. Without knowing it, you may be adding to the very situations you’re trying to avoid.But, there is something that you can do to help your dog without unknowingly putting them through all that. Research has shown, the proper use of coconut oil can help our pets as much as it helps us.In this book, you’re going to learn:What is in coconut oil that is so effective in helping your dog overcome chronic conditions.How to safely relieve your dog from fleas, ticks, rashes, and obesity, to name just a few.The right kind of coconut oil to buy for your dog’s health and why. Using the wrong kind will harm, not help.How much coconut oil is safe for your dog to take and how to begin adding it to their diet.I know how hard it can be to find reliable information. It’s especially important when we’re dealing with our canine friends. I’ve spent hours searching the Internet to find solid information for my own pets, and now I want to share that with you.The last thing you want to do is let your dog become one of the many victims of today’s chemical-ridden society. Now, you have the power to help them avoid that.This book is for you if you want to do all you can for your dog and ease your own stress at the same time.Take the first step now. Scroll to the top of this page and click the “buy now” button.Your dog will be glad you did.

Control doggie odor and fleas, plus heal hot spots, all with one thing?How does that work? And what does it cost?Did you know that long term use of chemical laden flea collars can cause seizures? A scary thought I know. But there is an alternative to this problem and many others.What if there were a way to help your dog with many of the painful everyday issues that come up and do it without the nasty side effects of toxic chemicals? A way to see your dog happy and healthy that was easily affordable and helped to improve the quality of their life.So many of the products out there today can have debilitating side effects like rashes, chemical burns and seizures, to name just a few. And studies show, the more chemicals our pets are exposed to, the higher the incidence of disease and cancer, just like humans. Without knowing it, you may be adding to the very situations you're trying to avoid.But, there is something that you can do to help your dog without unknowingly putting them through all that. Research has shown, the proper use of coconut oil can help our pets as much as it helps us.In this book, you're going to learn: What is in coconut oil that is so effective in helping your dog overcome chronic conditions. How to safely relieve your dog from fleas, ticks, rashes, and obesity, to name just a few. The right kind of coconut oil to buy for your dog's health and why. Using the wrong kind will harm, not help. How much coconut oil is safe for your dog to take and how to begin adding it to their diet. I know how hard it can be to find reliable information. It's especially important when we're dealing with our canine friends. I've spent hours searching the Internet to find solid information for my own pets, and now I want to share that with you. The last thing you want to do is let your dog become one of the many victims of today's chemical-ridden society. Now, you have the power to help them avoid that. This book is for you if you want to do all you can for your dog and ease your own stress at the same time. Take the first step now. Scroll to the top of this page and click the "buy now" button. Your dog will be glad you did.

Anna is a geeky freshman at a small Pittsburgh college. When she meets Davin, the campus weirdo, she promptly befriends him--and finds herself perpetually pulling out her first aid kit to patch up his mysterious injuries. But when a shadowy superhero begins to make the news, she has to wonder if there is a connection between them. Is she overthinking things as usual, or has she just become best friends with a superhero?