New Releases by Jeremy Roberts

Wandering far beyond the usual figures in the traditional Christmas story, "Down to Earth" allows other fascinating people in the Bible to share their first-hand story of Jesus. Told in autobiographical style, hear how King David received a promise his offspring would build God''s house. Hike the hills outside Jerusalem with John as he listens to Jesus pray. Tap into Herod''s paranoia when he learns the "anointed one" is in his midst. Learn from the Bible what it was like to have Jesus come "Down to Earth" from heaven to save mankind.

Peter''s second letter is poignant and applicable. It is all about pursuing growth in Christ through the Bible in order to overcome false teaching while waiting for the return of Jesus. The Roberts Commentary Series is a practical perspective of marching verse-by-verse through books of the Bible in an expository process of studying the Scriptures.

Do you ever feel like your life is kinda strange The Prophet Elijah could relate. From dealing with drought, to handling haters, to praying like he has never prayed before, to trying to avoid a crazy person, Elijah lived a weird life. Through a movement of God, Elijah overcame obstacles to thrive. So can you. In this book, Dr. Jeremy Roberts walks readers through a verse-by-verse study of 1 Kings 17-19 to see how you can live devotedly for the Lord, no matter how weird things get, just like Elijah.

"Can I get a witness?" God communicated this question through the lives of a diverse group of people when Jesus was born. Multiple people, from different walks of life, saw Jesus'' birth and its significance. Each of these witnesses had to have looked at the incarnation and thought, "Did you see that?"

Favor is something we all want and often struggle to attain. If anyone had an excuse to lack confidence in life and give in to the horrible things around him, Joseph was that guy. From being abandoned by family to being used by someone intimately interested in him, the odds were against him. In this book by prolific author, Dr. Jeremy Roberts, you will learn about the life of Joseph to see how to focus on God through tough times and have confidence in the Lord.

In this applicable text, Dr. Jeremy Roberts and other key leaders from Church of the Highlands, Chattanooga, Tennessee, show you how to journey through a systematic process of developing a dynamic, Christ-centered family. With short but solid chapters on key subjects related to family life, the writers outline a process to follow that helps pave the way to seek a biblical family in the individual family and your local church family. At the end of the book, there are accompanying small group lessons to help you walk through these topics with others in your church family.

The one person at whose feet the blame for both the Holocaust and World War II can be laid is Adolf Hitler. Readers will learn how Hitler rose to power and the horrific ways that he made use of that power once he had accumulated it. This biography discusses Hitler’s role in the so-called Final Solution and also touches on the impact Hitler still has today. It offers a wealth of detail about the various stages of the Führer’s life and examines the influence he had on both those in his inner circle and the German public at large. Understanding a despicable person may not be inspiring, but that does not mean it’s not worthwhile.

What does it look like to be a healthy member of the church where you''re a member? There''s more to it than showing up on an occasional Sunday morning, smiling and singing. The Bible gives rich insight into how to live out your love for God''s local church. This book will teach you how to love your church by WORSHIPING, GROWING, SERVING, and GOING!

In this easy-to-read book, Jeremy Roberts shows us how tantalizingly enjoyable it is to seek the face of God. With short but solid chapters on key subjects related to revival, he outlines a process to follow that helps pave the way to seek a great awakening from the Holy Spirit. At the end of the book, there are 40 devotions to help you walk daily with the Lord as you seek revival. You will find there is much to warm your heart and inspire your soul to beg God for His movement on a daily basis.

The Joker and Harley Quinn have joined forces with the Scarecrow and Jervis Tetch and are terrorizing the citizens of Gotham City. Can Batman and Robin put the Fright Club out of business or will they fall prey to the madness and mayhem as well?

Spider-Man tries to stop Sandman from using a duplicator machine to clone himself.

The African continent is home to a fascinating and strong tradition of myth, due in part to the long history of human habitation in Africa; the diversity of its geography, flora, and fauna; and the variety of its cultural beliefs. African Mythology A to Z is a readable reference to the deities, places, events, animals, beliefs, and other subjects that appear in the myths of various African peoples. For the first time, this edition features full-color photographs and illustrations.Coverage includes:

Alphabetically listed entries identify and explain the characters, events, important places, and other aspects of South American and Meso-American mythology.

Two decades of the top twenty fan favorites and the matches that made them famous. It starts with an insult...then comes a push, a shove...a betrayal. Before you know it, the two wrestlers are at each other's throats. It's a rivalry, it's personal...it's a showdown. Some showdowns are straightforward: John Cena wants to prove himself by taking on JBL; Randy Orton knows that if he can slay Undertaker, it will prove that he is the legend killer. Others are grudge matches -- The Rock is finally going to put Stone Cold Steve Austin, the bionic redneck, in his place. There are conflicts we can all identify with: Steve Austin doing to Mr. McMahon what we dream of doing to our boss every Monday morning. There are the epic showdowns that evoke the eternal struggle: Undertaker versus Kane. And the truly bizarre: Mankind against Shawn Michaels. Here for the first time ever, Jeremy Roberts (co-author of Controversy Creates Cash and Batista Unleashed) examines the top twenty rivalries of the past twenty years. Roberts takes us on a veritable tour of recent wrestling history, from Hulk Hogan's showdowns with Randy Savage to the gargantuan struggles between Undertaker and Batista. The high-flying action of the Hardy Boyz, the Dudleys, Edge & Christian -- all are examined in what amounts to a brief for the wrestlers' inclusion in the hall of fame. From the Monday Night Wars between nWo and D-Generation X to the real-life conflict that spawned Matt Hardy's memorable bloodfest with Edge, Roberts takes you into the ring so vividly you'll come away with bruises.

He's called the human highlight reel of professional wrestling. His high-flying acrobatics have thrilled fans on every continent. He's been crowned champion of the world's greatest wrestling promotions, from Mexico to the U.S. But he's never revealed the inside story of who he is. Until now. Wrestling fans know him as Rey Mysterio, an American luchador of unparalleled talent, the ultimate proof that good things come in small packages. Now for the first time, Rey adds the personal side to the story: • How he had to fight to get a tryout in the ring • Who he was before Rey Misterio Jr. -- and even before Colibri, usually noted as his first identity • What it was like to wrestle in Mexico -- from the bullrings to the riots • How he fought plans for his unmasking in WCW -- and why he wishes he hadn't succeeded • The inside story of the 619, the West Coast Pop, and his other signature moves • The impact of Eddie Guerrero on his career in WWE • The personal struggle that cost him ring time in 2008 but ultimately made him a stronger man • His real passion in life as husband and father In Rey Mysterio: Behind the Mask, Rey talks candidly about his twenty-plus-year career, from the days of sneaking into bars as a fourteen-year-old to his most recent showdowns in WWE. He speaks of the emotional moments in the ring with his uncle Rey Misterio, and the dark days when he went under the knife to repair his damaged knee. Along the way, Mysterio introduces American audiences to the mysteries of lucha libre, the high-flying, anything-goes Mexican wrestling style that he has done so much to popularize in the U.S. He also talks about the debts he owes to wrestlers such as Konnan, known as the Mexican Hulk Hogan, and dishes some behind-the-scenes dirt on the collapse of WCW at the height of the Monday Night Wars. Mysterio talks tenderly -- but realistically -- of his friend Eddie Guerrero, providing a well-rounded picture of one of the most beloved wrestling figures of recent history. He also details his march toward the Heavyweight Championship, and his mastery of the WWE Triple Crown -- a feat that placed him in an elite group for all time. Behind the Mask is the intimate portrait of one of wrestling's all-time greats, a story wrestling fans of all ages won't want to miss.

In a world thought to have been created--and nearly destroyed--by the primordial gods Izanagi and Izanami, mythic heroes battled ferocious dragons and giant spiders, while ordinary bamboo cutters and farmers made unexpected contact with the supernatural. Japanese Mythology A to Z, Second Edition is a valuable, colorful reference for anyone with an interest in mythology or Japanese culture.Coverage includes:

Peter doesn''t know what will happen on his first day at the Daily Bugle. But when the Vulture swoops down on the city, Peter knows one thing for sure: Spider-Man is on the case!

Explores the life and golf career of Tiger Woods.

Eric Bischoff has been called pro wrestling's most hated man. He's been booed, reviled, and burned in effigy. Fans have hurled everything from beer bottles to fists at him. Industry critics have spewed a tremendous amount of venom about his spectacular rise and stupendous crash at World Championship Wrestling. But even today, Eric Bischoff's revolutionary influence on the pro wrestling industry can be seen on every television show and at every live event. Bischoff has kept quiet while industry "pundits" and other know-it-alls pontificated about what happened during the infamous Monday Night Wars. Basing their accounts on third- and fourth-hand rumors and innuendo, the so-called experts got many more things wrong than right. Now, in Controversy Creates Cash, Bischoff tells what really happened. Beginning with his days as a salesman for Verne Gagne's American Wrestling Association, Bischoff takes readers behind the scenes of wrestling, writing about the inner workings of the business in a way never before revealed. He demonstrates how controversy helped both WCW and WWE. Eric gives the real numbers behind WCW's red ink -- far lower than reported -- and talks about how Turner Broadcasting's merger with Time Warner, and then Time Warner's merger with AOL, devastated not only WCW but many creative and entrepreneurial businesses within the conglomerate. Bischoff has surprisingly kind words for old rivals like Vince McMahon, but pulls no punches with friends and enemies alike. Among his revelations: How teaming with Mickey Mouse turned WCW into a national brand. Why Hulk Hogan came to WCW. Why he fired Jesse Ventura for sleeping on the job. Why Steve Austin didn't deserve another contract at WCW, and how Bischoff's canning him was the best thing that ever happened to Austin. How Ted Turner decided WCW should go head-to-head against Raw on Monday nights. How Nitro revolutionized wrestling. Where the New World Order really began. How corporate politics killed WCW. And how he found his inner heel and learned to love being the guy everyone loves to despise. Bischoff brings a surprisingly personal touch to the story, detailing his rough-and-tumble childhood in Detroit, talking about his family and the things he did to cope with the stress of the high-octane media business. Now a successful entertainment producer as well as a wrestling personality, Bischoff tells how he found contentment after being unceremoniously "sent home" from WCW. Love him or hate him, readers will never look at a pro wrestling show quite the same way after reading Bischoff's story in Controversy Creates Cash.

Under Eric Bishoff's watch as president of WCW, the company went head to head with Vince McMahon's WWE and beat them at their own game before WCW itself spectacularly imploded. But by then, Bishoff had made an indelible mark on televised wrestling, producing shows that had appeared more dangerous, more sexy, and more edgy than anything that had come before. He did this to such an extent that in 2002, McMahon seized the chance to bring in his former nemesis as General Manager of RAW; since then, true to form, Bishoff regularly surprises fans with matches that would once have been unthinkable for television. In this revelatory look at his life and career, Bishoff frankly discusses the things he did, both right and wrong, as he helped shape the sports entertainment industry into today's billion dollar business.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the United States president who was nicknamed "Old Rough and Ready" because of his perfect army record.

Resources for Middle School Boys That Answer the Difficult Questions Many middle school boys are confused and uncertain about what it means to be a man and what kind of man to become. Experts are increasingly concerned about the need to nurture boys'' self-esteem during the critical years between childhood and adulthood. Rosen Central''s Guys'' Guides offer a positive response to the questions and concerns that middle school boys have about themselves and their world. These eye-catching books are an invaluable tool to help boys negotiate the difficult path to becoming men.

Discusses the history of the Air Force special forces, as well as the organization's training program and what life is like in these specialized units.

Abraham Lincoln, one of the greatest American presidents, was an unlikely figure to rise to power. After educating himself, he spent years practicing law on the frontier before coming to the White House. Charming many with his honesty and his rough, folksy humor -- and offending others with his unpolished ways -- Lincoln proved his intelligence, political savvy, and love of country by leading the nation through one of its bitterest trials, the Civil War (1861-1865). Brought down by an assassin's bullet at the end of the war, Lincoln is forever remembered as the man who preserved the Union and brought an end to slavery. Book jacket.

A biography of the fourth president of the United States, who helped ensure ratification of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

Chronicles the life of George Washington, from his youth in Virginia, through his leadership in the Continental Army, to his years as the first president of the United States.

Looks at the life and political career of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the only president in U.S. history to be elected to four terms, discussing his youth, marriage, and service to the country during the Great Depression and World War II.

Tells the story of the Beatles, describing how the group began, their phenomenal success and influence, the breakup of the group, and their separate musical careers.

How did a down-at-the-heels layabout, flophouse denizen, and artist of no discernible talent rise to power, mesmerize one of Europe's most powerful nations, and establish history's most evil empire? An award-winning biographer for young adults shows how Hitler was able to bring his malignant plans to fruition.

Explains how the body works, discusses the effects of diet drugs and the risks associated with their use, looks at disorders such as anorexia and bulimia, and directs teens where to seek help.