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- Being Pleasing to God as a Christian - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2019 from James LowranceFROM A POST I MADE, VIA MY WIFE'S FACEBOOK (by permission): By: James M. Lowrance When you don’t know Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord of your life, it is extremely important that you read in the New Testament, starting with one of the gospels (The books of: Matthew, Mark, Luke or John). ...
Views: 50 - I Live with a Documented Disability - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2019 from Kelley Curl 7When growing up, I thought my curly-hair-self was all I needed to conquer the world, as one suffering from glaucoma. I entered a number of beauty pageants and won several, such as Miss Norfolk Teen USA. But it wasn't until I served (twice) as a Youth Missionary in India working in an Aids ...
Views: 35 - Christian Emotional Health Counselors Who Treat Fellow Believers - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2019 from James LowranceJesus, The Holy Spirit and the Heavenly Father love us all the same and that love is tremendous. He (The Godhead/Holy Trinity) desires to see us healthy, in mind, body and spirit. Jesus sent to us, The Holy Spirit, who is omnipresent, to help anyone who is sincere toward God. The Holy Spirit is ...
Views: 65 - Quick Reasons Why the Biblical Genesis Gap is More than Theory - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2019 from James LowranceWhile there are always people who disagree with the Genesis Gap (an ancient Earth that existed possibly eons ago – Genesis 1:1-2), what they never seem to realize is that Jesus for example stated that Hell was created "for the devil and his angels" (Matthew 25:41). Therefore, you do not see it ...
Views: 179 - Book Review: The Jesus Who Surprises - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2019 from Robert CrutchfieldLike a talented chef creating a stew, Author Dee Brestin has melded together scripture, real world experience as a mother, bible teacher, widow and prison minister, and the work of other Christian leaders into a book worth savoring. The Jesus Who Surprises has two main themes, 1) Finding Jesus ...
Views: 173(1 vote) - Why is Astrology Popular Nowadays- Vaikund darshan - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2019 from manisha singhVastu Consultant in Udaipur Why do people believe in astrology? The answer to the question lies in the same realm as why people believe in just about any superstition. Astrology offers variety of things that many folks realize terribly desirable: data and assurance concerning the longer term, ...
Views: 94(1 vote) - Satanic Attacks on End Time Christian Believers - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from James LowranceIn this 31 minute streaming audio I give link to, at the end of this article, I relate true stories of satanic manifestations (acts toward me by the Devil), that were meant to hinder me, from what ended up being chances to orally quote God's Word before court attendees and Magistrates (also be ...
Views: 153 - Knowing what Needs Forgiven of You - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2019 from James LowranceForgiving others and God forgiving us is an endless command. However, when I state in the audio that follows this article (link given at end of it), regarding someone asking forgiveness repeatedly for a same sin. You'll note I state: "a person might say, I can keep doing this certain sin because ...
Views: 108 - The Biggest Lie in the Bible - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2019 from Richard RuhlingThe biggest lie in the Bible is a bad translation of what the people exclaimed when fire came from heaven and burned the sacrifice that Elijah made on Mt Carmel. They said, “The LORD, He is God!” On the surface that sounds ok, what’s wrong with it? The fact is that 98% of people do not know ...
Views: 157 - The Biggest Lie in the Bible - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2019 from Richard RuhlingThe biggest lie in the Bible is a bad translation of what the people exclaimed when fire came from heaven and burned the sacrifice that Elijah made on Mt Carmel. They said, “The LORD, He is God!” On the surface that sounds ok, what’s wrong with it? The fact is that 98% of people do not know ...
Views: 109 - Are Humans Built for Self-Growth? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2019 from Daniel FriedmannWhat does the Bible and science say about our unique human capabilities? The Bible says we have a divine soul: “the LORD God formed man from the dust of the earth. He blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being.” (1) What does science say about our soul? ...
Views: 193 - Are Humans Built for Self-Growth? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2019 from Daniel FriedmannWhat does the Bible and science say about our unique human capabilities? The Bible says we have a divine soul: “the LORD God formed man from the dust of the earth. He blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being.” (1) What does science say about our soul? ...
Views: 208 - Are Humans Built for Self-Growth? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2019 from Daniel FriedmannWhat does the Bible and science say about our unique human capabilities? The Bible says we have a divine soul: “the LORD God formed man from the dust of the earth. He blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being.” (1) What does science say about our soul? ...
Views: 150 - Acts 1:8 Ministry Talks Overcoming Obstacles to Loving Your Neighbor - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2019 from Kalyna KapurOne of the greatest laws of the Christian religion is "love your neighbor as yourself." This is a radical statement that requires a fundamental change in perspective. Instead of focusing mainly on yourself and your own needs, you are instructed to focus equally on other human beings. This Gospel ...
Views: 136(1 vote) - 3 Keys to 21st Century Christian Church Growth - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2019 from Kalyna KapurChristian churches are interesting organizations. The entire purpose of the Christian church is to be a place for believers to gather for worship and share the message of Christ with people who are seeking direction. Of course, like any organization, churches want to be effective and grow, ...
Views: 106(1 vote) - Prayer for others - by Submitted on May 14, 2019 from Anton van den BergI don’t know if it is just in my specific environment but I see a lot of people that are suffering. Everybody does not suffer the same way; some are old, some are sick, some are lonely and others are financially crippled. As a Christian my heart bleeds for these people and I want to jump in ...
Views: 193 - Six Reasons to Watch May 19 - by Submitted on May 05, 2019 from Richard Ruhling2019 is a marked year for three reasons; May 19 is marked for three. May 19, 1780 was a historic “Dark Day” (Google). Pioneers in New England couldn’t eat or read without lamps at noon. Many believed it signaled “the day of the Lord,” Joel 2:31 May 19, 1980 was a dark day anniversary 200 ...
Views: 202 - The second creation – Jesus a new life! - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2019 from Anton van den BergAs I sat there listening to the resurrection message, the strangest thought occurred to me. We are all familiar with the life of Jesus. We know about the prophesies foretelling His coming, His immaculate conception, His birth, we know some portions of His life, His ministry, His message, His ...
Views: 160 - Notre Dame’s Trinity of Tragedies - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2019 from Richard Ruhling1. It’s a tragedy that two billionaires pledge a $600 million to rebuild a cathedral that’s probably empty on Sundays, but they won’t give to feed orphans in Africa/India. Christ said, “Inasmuch as you have done it to the least of these, you did it to me.” Matt 25:40 2. It’s tragic that the ...
Views: 152 - How a Likely Attack on Israel Means War with Iran, Calamity for US and Rapture for Christians - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2019 from Richard RuhlingThere are hundreds of YouTube videos, some with 100K views preaching rapture soon for Christians, many citing signs in the Middle East of impending war or 3rd Temple as signs that the “Bride of Christ” will taken to heaven soon. Let’s sort fact from fiction! When asked about the end of the ...
Views: 252 - Pope v Bible & Religious Intolerance v Free Speech: Clues for An Impending Antichrist - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2019 from Richard RuhlingAs America descends into a quagmire (soft boggy area) of moral debate and negative lifestyles, isn’t it time to learn from history? Many in America are like the French in the 1790’s when they threw out the Bible and had a blood bath of religious intolerance. They guillotined 40,000 and arrested ...
Views: 242 - Better Than Two Terms in the White House or Winning $1B Lottery - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2019 from Richard RuhlingLike Ben Carson who thought he could help the country, there are scores of people who might like to be president, but as President Trump is finding out, it’s a thankless job. In a nation made great by people who started and ran their own business, the idea of being a CEO is attractive. Why ...
Views: 186 - I’m a child of God not a puppet. - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2019 from Anton van den BergFreedom of choice is a right that we fight for, it is something that we cherish, and it is something that we believe defines us as human, differentiates us from animals and it is something that we have been told is our right. I’m a father and as my children were growing up, I had to modify ...
Views: 176 - What did Jesus really sacrifice for me? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2019 from Anton van den BergAs we move through lent, it is a time of reflection, introspection, self-evaluation and a moment of truth with the person in the mirror. This is my spiritual highlight of the year. I live in the southern hemisphere and now it is autumn. To experience lent in a time where the earth is “going to ...
Views: 243 - Los Angeles & Inland Empire Due For “Big One” According To Ellen G. White & Bible - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2019 from Richard RuhlingEllen G. White is a familiar name to many on the West Coast. She is known for her forward thinking approach to health as the founder of Loma Linda University and White Memorial Hospital in Los Angeles is named for her. Loma Linda University was featured in the National Geographic Cover Story ...
Views: 191 - How much does God love me? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2019 from Anton van den BergI am one of those fortunate fathers who were present at the birth of my children. At that moment, a bond that is beyond description is formed and I would freely recommend this to any prospective father. In an instant, you become ferociously protective, unrelentingly giving, and unconditionally ...
Views: 207 - Jesus wasn’t kidding when He said: “Follow Me”… - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergWe see a very clear-cut request coming from Jesus on many occasions. The message is always the same – “Follow me”. We also notice many objections and answers to this simple request, and with it His response. We will look at this request today and the various responses, and find out where we ...
Views: 216 - Rejection – Never Again - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergAs researchers have dug deeper into the roots of rejection, they’ve found surprising evidence that the pain of being excluded is not so different from the pain of physical injury… Being on the receiving end of a social snub causes a cascade of emotional and cognitive consequences, researchers ...
Views: 178 - Jesus – an uncomfortable lead to follow - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den Berg1 Peter 2:21 To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. This simple text is an invitation to transform your life, belief system, moral compass, social reference and simply everything you think you understand. It ...
Views: 148 - Guilt - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergAs Christians, we are aware of sin. We have sinned, we are sinning and we will continue to sin. These are realities of life, inescapable and undeniable. We all know that Jesus came to earth to overcome the burden of sin for all humans, but as believers, we often end up in a position where we ...
Views: 162 - Forgiveness – Jesus’ gift to all - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergWhat makes the forgiveness that Jesus brought to earth unique, different and why is it so important? Forgiveness is a fundamental building block of Christianity and every major religion in the world places a lot of value, esteem, and honor on forgiveness. This is well known and could seem ...
Views: 185 - Why did Jesus come to earth? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergRecently I became aware of a specific concept. A Christian missionary commented that they could not “introduce” God Almighty to the people that they encountered as God was already there. He just chose to reveal Himself to them in a different way until the missionaries showed up to share the ...
Views: 245 - Prisoners of our own device - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergVery few people on earth live unconstrained, free, prosperous and fulfilled lives. It is one of the most fundamental promises that Christianity makes to those that we approach to adopt our faith, yet some Christians are not free. It is a fascinating situation where we sometimes believe that our ...
Views: 132 - From Faith to Trust to Gratitude – God’s plan - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergAs Christians, we are called to faith, Hebrews 11:1 (AMP) – Now faith is the assurance (title deed, confirmation) of things hoped for (divinely guaranteed), and the evidence of things not seen [the conviction of their reality—faith comprehends as fact what cannot be experienced by the ...
Views: 165 - Is it real – Even if I can’t see it? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergWe live lives that are overwhelming us by screaming for attention. We all have to do so much – Work, partners, children, friends, family, social activities, finances, acceptance, success – We each have these internal personal struggles in growth, acceptance, self-worth, self-acceptance, ...
Views: 141 - Did Jesus die on the cross so that you can have a fancy car? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergHow many times have you prayed for a better job, relief from financial struggle, a good car, enough food, a secure environment, relief from pain, healing of a disease, a life-partner, clients for your business, and a change in the behavior of your spouse, parents, children or friends? How many ...
Views: 134 - Why do we need to struggle? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergThis week’s post has two parts. In the first part I will explain why we need to struggle, and in the second part, I will use a piece from another online site to focus on our attitude during this struggle. We are sent to this world by God as a unique expression of His existence. We come here ...
Views: 126 - No Longer Slaves – I’m a child of God - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergGenesis 1: 27 – 30 (NIV) So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in ...
Views: 108 - When God moves you… - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergIt is something that I cannot begin to understand. Not of myself, or anyone that I have ever met. The profound truth contained within “I’ve never met a strong person with an easy past” (some attribute it to the poet Atticus). Why do we as humans persist to learn only when we are in ...
Views: 93 - Hallowed be Your name - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergIf there is any doubt in your mind about the divinity of Jesus, you only have to look at scripture that quotes what He said. He has an extraordinary economy with words, that cut right to the core of the matter. The simplicity and mostly hidden complexity of statements speak of someone with ...
Views: 108 - Faith – Easy to say – Hard to do!! - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergIf you are reading this, my inside is smiling and I want to welcome you to the battle. What battle would that be? You ask… Flesh against Spirit!!! Yup – the big one! God Created man! And the earth, and the universe, and… Genesis 2:7 – Then the Lord God formed a man from the dust ...
Views: 108 - Action – 1st Principle of Christianity - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergWe all know that one of my favorite topics revolve around trust. I often ask people and myself if I really trust God. Almost invariably the answer is Yes. However…. There is a gap between what we say and what we do. Sometimes a big gap. We are not alone in this as there are numerous ...
Views: 112 - We forget that Jesus was a Human - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2019 from Anton van den BergFor most of us, our faith is on a level where we evaluate our behavior, we consider our relationship with God, we remain humble and grateful for the grace and blessings we receive, one breath at a time. We seem to lose the everyday realities - until we face a crisis, or loss, or deep ...
Views: 144 - Healthcare v Medical Care; Daniel 1 is Prophetic for End-Time Government Control; Opt Out - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2019 from Richard RuhlingThe body is designed for self-healing. Cuts, burns and broken bones heal. So will heart disease or diabetes if we know how to cooperate with the body’s healing mechanism. If we were born normal as 97% are, problems that we develop 40 or 60 years later are largely due to what we’ve been putting ...
Views: 162 - The Time is Fulfilled; the Kingdom is at Hand--How So? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2019 from Richard RuhlingDaniel 9:24–70 weeks of years spanned 10 Jubilees, but if we come 50 jubilees to 1995, Pope John Paul went to the UN and Pope Francis also in 2015–20 years later. Peter said, Be not ignorant of 1000 years, but what does this have to do with the jubilees? If we integrate them, 490 + 490 more ...
Views: 156 - The Time is Fulfilled; the Kingdom is at Hand--How So? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2019 from Richard RuhlingDaniel 9:24–70 weeks of years spanned 10 Jubilees, but if we come 50 jubilees to 1995, Pope John Paul went to the UN and Pope Francis also in 2015–20 years later. Peter said, Be not ignorant of 1000 years, but what does this have to do with the jubilees? If we integrate them, 490 + 490 more ...
Views: 188 - What to Wear While Going to Church - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2019 from Kalyna KapurVisiting a church is more like going on your first date. In terms of visiting a church, you are going to meet God to share your happenings. In terms of men and women, both have a different dressing format for the church. When it comes to men, you will have a wide selection including coat ...
Views: 186(1 vote) - Why You Should Choose Specific Dress Code for Church - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2019 from Kalyna KapurIt’s a long time discussion as what should you wear to a church. Well, there is no specific answer to this query, but the Church Suits are highly recommended above all the other options available in the market today. There are no restrictions on what you can wear to a church, but you are ...
Views: 159(1 vote) - State of Union Trump Prophecy, War with Iran, Part I Daniel 8:17, "Time of the End" - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2019 from Richard RuhlingGabriel tells Daniel that his vision of the ram and goat is “at the time of the end.” Dan 8:17. Verse 20 explains the horns on the ram are the Medes & Persians and the great horn on the goast was king of Grecia (Alexander the Great) BUT that was just a historical application that helps us ...
Views: 223 - State of Union Trump Prophecy, War with Iran, Part I Daniel 8:17, "Time of the End" - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2019 from Richard RuhlingGabriel tells Daniel that his vision of the ram and goat is “at the time of the end.” Dan 8:17. Verse 20 explains the horns on the ram are the Medes & Persians and the great horn on the goast was king of Grecia (Alexander the Great) BUT that was just a historical application that helps us ...
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