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- Spending A Day With God - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellTo be able to develop a close relationship with God, we need to spend quality time with Him. We need to study His Word, and let His Holy Spirit speak to us through it. We require time to spend in earnest prayer, talking to Him, praising and worshiping Him. We need time to look at nature and ...
Views: 953(1 vote) - Prevailing Prayer - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellIt was September 1957, four young men began to pray regularly in a little school near Kells, Ireland. They persevered and prevailed in prayer, so someone was converted in January the next year. Following that, there was about one conversion every week. Twelve months later they had a weekly ...
Views: 1083(1 vote) - Scripture For When You Have A Broken Heart - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellThe Scripture below is very special to all of us. We are aware that God heals our bodies. We also need to be aware the He heals our broken hearts. Ps 147:3 3 He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds. (KJV) He not only heals our broken heart, he binds up our wounds. ...
Views: 1026 - What Is Reverence - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellWhat is Reverence? Matthew 6:9-6:13 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) Reverence? What is A new look at Matthew 6:9 thru 13. Many call Matthew 6:9-13, The Lords Prayer but it actually isn’t. Its the prayer that Jesus gave to us, so in essence its our prayer. What I want to do is break it down to ...
Views: 1101 - Communion Is Not Just Juice And Crackers - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellWhat is Communion? We do know that it originated from the night Jesus and his disciples were at the Last Supper, the night before Jesus is crucified: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 23For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, that the Lord Jesus the same night in which ...
Views: 2272 - The Power Of Prayer - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellThere are several different types of prayer. In his letter to the Ephesians Paul instructed them to “pray with all types of prayer”. EPH 6:18 says “Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints”; ...
Views: 1044(1 vote) - Finding Guidance Through Prayer - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellMore than 90 percent of Americans pray daily, according to a 2002 Gallup Poll. People seeking guidance and comfort through prayer often are led to Silent Unity, a nonprofit service dedicated to providing personal, confidential prayer support to all who seek it. Silent Unity receives more ...
Views: 1033 - Blessed To Be A Blessing - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellTo be blessed means to be consecrated, set apart, and highly favored. When God blesses you, He does not leave anything out. It is more than personal happiness, wealth or well-being. He sees His flock as holy, chosen by Him to be a peculiar people, high above all nations in praise, in name and in ...
Views: 1115 - Healing Scriptures Not Seen Before - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellThere are many great healing scriptures. Sometimes, however, you run across one that you have not seen before. Or if you have seen it, God simply has not yet quickened it (made it come alive) for you. Then he quickens it for you and you see complete new revelations in it that you have never seen ...
Views: 1016 - Jesus Christ The First The Last The Eternal - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellJesus Christ. The First , The Last, The Eternal. Luke 17:20-17:24 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) Jesus Christ. The First , The Last, The Eternal. Grace be to you and peace from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ,Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from ...
Views: 882 - Why Does God Allow Suffering In The World? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellEvil, pain and suffering are never far from us. Why does God allow it? Can a loving God allow suffering? Why does God allow suffering? How do we reconcile a caring god, a god of power, with a god who allows evil to happen? * Tragedies and suffering flood the news. Why? * Evil and pain ...
Views: 1498 - God's Happiness Principle - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellHappiness is the state of feeling content. Are you happy? Can you honestly say that you’re content at all times? Or, could it be that you are an emotional roller coaster: happy when things go according to your way; and sad, frustrated or mad when they’re not? You only need to do a Google ...
Views: 987 - The Power Of Worship - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellSinging praises to God or worshiping him opens up a window to heaven. As your praise reaches the heart of God, it becomes a two way stream of communication. As you touch God with your praise, his Holy Spirit touches you and ministers to you. Praise and worship can also open the door to blessings ...
Views: 1017 - Can Society Live By The Bible Today? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellThat Holy Book, called the Bible, is the only Book like it. While many know that it is a holy Book, they do not know exactly what the Bible is, or why it was given. Once those two thoughts can be understood, then we will be able to answer the above question satisfactorily. In an effort to be ...
Views: 1008 - Where Are You Lord? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2013 from Wayne Shemwell“Where are you, Lord when I need you most?” That cry has been heard since the fall of Adam and its consequences. Although sometimes it seems as if He is far away, God has always been there. Abel knew Him, Enoch walked with God, as did Abraham. Isaac, Moses, David and many others were all after ...
Views: 895 - Family Well Being Promised To Christians - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellThere are too many Scriptures to cite here which show that we can pray in faith for our family. Over and over again, we are told that it will go well with our children. These many Scriptures demonstrate the great fact that our families are included in the promises from God to Abraham. The ...
Views: 990 - What's The Difference Between Ordinances And Commandments - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellThere seems to be a lot of confusion among Christians about the need to follow the Ten Commandment law of God. Many have been unable to differentiate between the ceremonial law, also called the Ordinances, that were done away with at the cross, and the Ten Commandments, which are eternal. This ...
Views: 3417 - Calling Yourself A Christian - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellHaving found Jesus is a beautiful thing.Your life seems to have meaning. You’ve seem to have found something that brings you great joy and happiness. Your loneliness and emptiness have disappeared. Praise the Lord. Anyone that has accepted Jesus in their heart is considered to be a follower ...
Views: 1062 - DISASTERS-WHAT DID JESUS SAY? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellWhat did Jesus say to do in a time of catastrophe? There were disasters that The Lord talked about. The first was about those who lost their lives because of Pilate, & also those who lost their lives because the Tower of Siloam fell on them. Jesus used these instances, as a chance to teach ...
Views: 1012 - God Our Best Friend - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellWhat is the definition of a friend? With one, we can relate. with one,we can be totally comforatble. With one, we can be ourselves. And with one, we can share our deepest emotions. All our fears, our aspirations, our problems, and our dreams. A friend is one, who can be counted for support at ...
Views: 1004 - Is Salvation Based On Grace Or Works - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellYou keep in mind, that Paul believed that Jesus blood took care of the sin issue for the human race. Some in the church in Galatia were peddling a doctrine of salvation by works. Paul asks & answers bombshell questions of those Galatians who were trying to hawk this doctrine. These questions ...
Views: 986 - Grab A Bible Commentary - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellWhether you have been studying the Bible for years or if you have just read it for the first time there is always more that can be learned and understood. For Christians, the Bible is the ultimate source of truth and the guidebook for living. Therefore, it is important that each Christian ...
Views: 1024 - Get Fit And Stay Fit While Losing Weight - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellTo get fit, and stay fit, follow the following guidelines: For plenty of people, choosing a healthy diet and exercise plan is not about weight loss alone. You may be striving for a healthier life, a fit life. Getting fit and staying fit are great ways to lengthen your life, improve your mood, ...
Views: 763 - How To Have Fun Losing Weight - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellYou know what is not fair? The fact that it is a lot more fun to gain weight than it is to diet & exercise. That has to be of the actual reasons why people don't like to lose weight, right? I mean it only makes sense. If doing what it took to be at your ideal weight was more enjoyable than what ...
Views: 746 - How Do You Lose Belly Fat - Right Approach To A Flatter Stomach - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellLosing weight is one thing, but there is a more specific question that a lot of people have: How do you lose belly fat? all different kinds of secrets, hints, tips and techniques have been put forth; some by qualified medical professionals, and others by people who don't have any real ...
Views: 756 - Effects Of Alcohol On Your Weight Loss - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellIf you frequently have a glass of wine with dinner, or a few beers after work, you may wonder about the effects of alcohol on your weight loss. As you diet, each food or beverage you consume has an effect on your weight loss speed. Alcohol is no exception. Alcohol has fat, just as food does. ...
Views: 760 - Easy Weight Loss - Really - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from Wayne ShemwellYou know, it may not be fair that society and advertises perpetuate an unreasonable ideal for what people should look like. Nobody's perfect. On the other hand, there is also a point when it's a good idea to lose weight. There's nothing wrong with wanting to be healthy, or to look your best. ...
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