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- "The Father Is in Me, and I in the Father" - What Does This Mean? (John 10:38) - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionJesus said, "the Father is in me, and I in the Father." (John 10:38, WEB.) What did he mean by that? Does that mean that God and Jesus are one and the same? We can understand what Jesus meant by reading what Jesus said to his disciples next: "In that day you will know that I am in my Father, ...
Views: 5234(2 votes) - Jesus, the Light of Heaven – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Kathy VincentI think if everyone were to be completely honest, they would say that being in complete darkness is not pleasant. How wonderful to know that the Bible says that Jesus is the Light of the world. Revelation 21:23 says that “the Lamb is the light (of Heaven).” Share this fun Bible object lesson ...
Views: 5153 - Meeting Each Other's Emotional Needs - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Angie LewisHow can couples meet each other’s emotional needs better? How can couples prevent emotional infidelities from happening in their marriage? When two people become bonded through marriage they depend on one another for their emotional needs getting met. But what happens later on down the road? ...
Views: 4950(1 vote) - Christian Relationships: Saying No to Your Boyfriend’s Sexual Advances - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from Angie LewisMost young women “give in” to their boyfriend’s sexual advances because of peer pressure and fear they will leave the relationship if they don’t give in and have sex. This is precisely why young people today should NOT ALLOW their emotions to lead the relationship. Let me ask you this. If you ...
Views: 4899(4 votes) - Sorrowful Sobs – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Kathy VincentExodus 3:7 says this: “I know their sorrows.” How comforting it is to know that our God cares enough about us to have compassion on us when we are full of sorrow. Our children need to know this truth. Childhood should be a time of great joy, but children experience pain too. Here is a fun ...
Views: 4868 - Marital Duties of the Christian Husband and Wife - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Angie LewisMany of you reading this may not know that God designed marriage to work according to the way he created the man and the woman. Each gender has its own marital duties that when practiced appropriately make the marriage thrive. “The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and ...
Views: 4859(3 votes) - A Numbering Scale for Different Stages of Depression - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Graham CookBy Patrick Day www.triumphoverdepression.org When I was in the varying stages of depression, my psychiatrist asked me, “On a scale of 1-10, with 10 being the worst depression, how is your depression right now?” It was such a subjective and open-ended scale, that I found it to be not useful. I ...
Views: 4833(2 votes) - Let Go and Let God - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2010 from Cheryl SmithLet Go and Let God Philippians 3:13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but [this] one thing [I do], forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before. Philippians 3:14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling ...
Views: 4777(3 votes) - My Notes from the Book ‘Basic Christianity’ by John Stott: "Who on Earth is Jesus Christ" (Part Two) - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: My Notes from the Book ‘Basic Christianity’ by John Stott: "Who on Earth is Jesus Christ" (Part Two) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (Key Words/Tags): Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Basic Christianity, John Stott, Books, Thoughts on Jesus, Spiritual Growth, Faith, ...
Views: 4776 - Helping Backsliders and New Believers Stay Strong in Christ - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Michael Asante"Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; so hear the word I speak and give them warning from me." (Ezekiel 3:17, NIV) The individual Christian, the Christian leader or minister and the church as a whole have a responsibility towards the new believer and the backslider ...
Views: 4733 - The Benefits Of Christian Meditation - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2008 from Rhonda JonesIf you are like most believers you might be thinking, meditate! Isn't that for monks and Eastern religions? You might have been led to believe that meditation is limited to certain sects but I hope to change your mind. I believe that this silent prayer is essential to a genuine and fruitful walk ...
Views: 4732 - Dating Peer Pressure and Christian Dating Guidelines - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2009 from Michelle Howard SmithWhile dating is a good exercise to meet different people and weed out those who may not be worthy of your time, it can also brings with it the complications of pressure from the person you are dating and also peer pressure from friends and family. A classic example of dating peer pressure is the ...
Views: 4710(4 votes) - A Teacher Students Will Not Forget - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Hannah PalmerI asked a group of students what they remembered about their favorite teachers, and they all gave me good answers. “He was interesting.” “He controlled his class.” “She was involved in her students’ lives.” “She loved us and showed us she cared.” “He was always prepared.” I realized as I ...
Views: 4676 - How to Be a Good Christian Wife - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Karla DowningAre you looking for guidance on how to be a good Christian wife? If so, here are seven things you simply must do. 1. Pray for your husband. The world is a difficult place for a man. They are competing in the marketplace for jobs, feeling the weight of the financial burden of providing for a ...
Views: 4649 - Martial Law: The End of Freedom and a Serious Signal for Bible Believers - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: In a calamity-prone world, we are one large disaster away from martial law. It can happen easily, due to economic failure, “natural” phenomena, or increasing lawlessness and a gun-grab. If you Google “martial law,” the 17 million results suggest interest in what may be impending. ...
Views: 4641 - Christian Roles of Husband and Wife - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Angie LewisDo you know what roles and duties God has assigned you in your marriage? Why do you think God gave certain roles to the wife and certain roles to the husband? God created for husband and wife to share in the same goals but have different roles. Together they compliment one another and work ...
Views: 4609(1 vote) - 5 W Questions for the Story of “Mary Visits Elizabeth” from Luke One - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2010 from Kathy VincentAfter Mary heard the amazing news that she would become the mother of our Lord and Savior, she went to visit her cousin Elizabeth who was going to have John the Baptist. This story is so precious. Every mother loves to feel their baby move around inside of them, but John’s jump must have been ...
Views: 4600 - It’s OK to Touch – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Kathy VincentRemember hearing this from your parents when you were growing up: “Don’t touch that! You might break it!” As parents, we direct our children to keep their hands off of lots of things when they are young, but they should always be encouraged to touch Jesus. Here is a fun Bible object lesson ...
Views: 4510 - THE LEPER’S ANOINTING - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Mutinda KisioLeprosy was the most dreaded disease in ancient Palestine. This horrible condition slowly consumed the flesh of its helpless victim. Eventually the fingers, toes and other extremities would die, rot and fall off. The unfortunate leper was banned from his community. To prevent others from ...
Views: 4510 - Creating a Vision Plan for Success - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Rhonda JonesJust recently I create a vision chart. The chart contained pictures, scriptures, words, and phrases that represented by goals, dreams, and desires. It encompassed core areas including my career, social life, health, recreation, spirituality, education, relationships, and self care. To create my ...
Views: 4498(4 votes) - Jesus is Our Life – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Kathy VincentIt is a grave thing to think that if Jesus is not living in someone’s life they are as good as dead. The life that Jesus gives is completely fulfilling and eternal. May we learn not to take it for granted. Colossians 3:4 says “Jesus…is our life.” Here is a fun Bible object lesson for your ...
Views: 4495 - How to Have a Closer Walk with God - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2013 from Philip JonesHow to have a closer walk with God? Christians have struggled with the flesh since the early apostles walked the dusty roads of Jerusalem, hence the Bible states, "The spirit is indeed willing, but the flesh is weak" (Matthew 26:41b KJV). How do you overcome the flesh to have a closer walk with ...
Views: 4483(2 votes) - Mercy Flowers – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Kathy VincentPsalm 52:8 says this: “I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.” God’s mercy can be described in many different ways. For example, His mercy is tender. His mercy is great. His mercy never fails and most importantly, His mercy is undeserving by sinners such as you and I. Here is a fun ...
Views: 4425 - Lessons From the Rainbow – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Kathy VincentGenesis 9:14 says this: “The bow shall be seen in the cloud.” There are very few things in nature as beautiful as a rainbow. Not only are they lovely to look at, but they are a wonderful picture of God’s grace and forgiveness for all who will receive it. Here is a fun Bible object lesson to ...
Views: 4372 - RECEIVE THE TRIPLE ANOINTING - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Mutinda KisioGod wants you to be a leader who gets results and makes an impact on your world! But how can you be that kind of a leader? The leaders must align their lives with the standards of the Bible. This is where we start ---------------------- * We must handle money well, * Walk in ...
Views: 4353 - Christian Stress Management - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2010 from Miriam KinaiConsulting God is the first step of Christian stress management. Prayerfully seek His advice for He urges you to call on Him and He will show you great things which you did not know (Jeremiah 33:3) and these insights will help you discern the right course of action. The second step of ...
Views: 4306(1 vote) - Gift of Salvation: How Can You Accept and Keep It? - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionHow do we get saved? What are required for us to receive salvation? Since salvation is a gift from Jehovah God Almighty through His Son, Jesus Christ, accepting this gift is easy, not tricky at all. We are saved the moment we 1) repent of anything bad we've ever done and 2) accept Jesus as ...
Views: 4273(5 votes) - Should Teaching Sunday School Be Easy?: An Encouraging Word for Sunday School Teachers - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2010 from Kathy VincentI have the privilege of offering teacher training workshops to hundreds of Sunday School teachers and children’s workers every year. I love what I do, but sometimes I don’t like what I hear. Take, for example, this question: Do you have something easy I can do for Sunday School? If I am ...
Views: 4273 - Alcoholics Anonymous History: Silkworth: The Little Doctor Who Loved Drunks - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Silkworth: The Little Doctor Who Loved Drunks A Contemporary Perspective Dick B. © 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved An Introductory Look at Silkworth as One of A.A.’s “Co-founders” William Duncan Silkworth, Jr., was born in Brooklyn on July 22, 1873. His family remembers him as a ...
Views: 4225(2 votes) - Yesterday Was Better – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Kathy VincentAs Christians, I think many of us have points in our lives to which we could go back. Job certainly did. If anyone should have wanted to go back to the way things were in the past, I would think it was Job. But thankfully, Job learned to trust God like never before. I think he understood that ...
Views: 4216 - Blessings Behind Closed Doors - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Stephanie LyasHave you ever faced disappointment over something that didn’t go the way you planned? Have you ever wanted something so badly but were unable to obtain it? More than likely the answer is “Yes.” Life, along with its great joys, is sometimes filled with moments of disappointment. It is our ...
Views: 4174(4 votes) - From Glory To Glory - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Nikola DimitrovHere’s a Scripture I would like to start this article with: “But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord” 2 ...
Views: 4164 - Locked Inside My Heart – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Kathy VincentIs Jesus more important than anyone or anything to your children? Do they love Him with their whole heart and have Him locked inside? Here is a fun Bible object lesson to help get your kids thinking about this important truth. Here’s what you do: The object you will use for this lesson ...
Views: 4137 - Faithful Watchmen – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Kathy VincentI learned a long time ago in a history class that many ancient civilizations would surround their cities by a large and wide wall. On top of the wall would be watchmen posted around on the lookout for any approaching enemies. Christians have an enemy and his name is Satan. Our children need ...
Views: 4113 - Everything Changes With Time. - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from PD RiversThe longer I live the more I realize that things are always changing around us; whether or not we want to admit it. We don’t like change. It must be in our genetic makeup to want to keep things like they are. Even my five year old grandson hates change. It’s just normal. If you are a religious ...
Views: 4097 - Bible: How Can We Prove That It's Completely Accurate and Trustworthy for All Truths of Life? Is Belief in the Bible Blind Faith? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionDo you desire to know the truth? How valuable do you believe the truth is? Nowadays, people believe there is no absolute truths--it's just a matter of personal choices. When we believe that everything can be true, then it means that we should agree that stealing and murder are okay because ...
Views: 4087(1 vote) - Spirit Of Power, Love And Sound Mind - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2008 from Nikola Dimitrov“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7 The spirit the Lord has given us is not a spirit of fear. It’s a spirit of power, love and a sound mind. Let’s see ...
Views: 4073 - BELIEVE! – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Kathy VincentI sure hope that the stories in the Bible inspire you and your children to do many great and wonderful things for God. But all too often, I am afraid that all of us, no matter our age, struggle with doubts that God can really use us. Mark 9:23 says this: “All things are possible to him that ...
Views: 4046 - Spirit Of Power, Love And Sound Mind - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Nikola Dimitrov“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7 The spirit the Lord has given us is not a spirit of fear. It’s a spirit of power, love and a sound mind. Let’s see ...
Views: 4013 - A Book "Review": 'The Sermon on the Mount': The Key to Success in Life by Emmet Fox - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A Book "Review": 'The Sermon on the Mount': The Key to Success in Life by Emmet Fox Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Books, good books, success, success principles, Emmet Fox, Sermon on the Mount, Jesus, Jesus Christ, thoughts on Jesus Web site: ...
Views: 4005 - Hard Pain, Caring God – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2010 from Kathy VincentWhy does God allow pain? This has got to be one of the most asked questions of all time. It is a difficult question and has an equally difficult answer. I believe with all my heart that God can stop any and every pain that is suffered in this world. I also believe that God is completely ...
Views: 3936 - The Two Witnesses in Revelation 11 - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2013 from Erica KarasThe Two Witnesses in Revelation 11 http://youtu.be/8So4BE8bWCg The Menorah and the Two Olive Trees http://youtu.be/EcIWL_ZARi8 In the acharit-hayamim, which means doomsday in Hebrew, YAH will send out two witnesses dressed, figuratively, in sackcloth. These witnesses will have the spirit of ...
Views: 3935(1 vote) - No Mold Allowed! – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Kathy VincentIf you want to gross your kids out, show them some mold or mildew that has grown on some food. It’s disgusting! It can also be very damaging to anything it touches. Who would ever eat moldy bread? Mold and mildew have also been known to destroy whole crops. Haggai 2:17 says this: “I sent ...
Views: 3922 - Run the Race: A Super Sunday School Lesson for Learning Hebrews 12:1 from the Bible - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2010 from Kathy VincentHave you ever tried running with weights? It’s hard! It takes way more effort. We all know that life is like a race we are running. Many of us carry unneeded baggage in our lives that gets in the way of our running the race God has marked out for us. Hebrews 12:1 says this: “…let us throw ...
Views: 3917 - Accomplishing God's Purpose for Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Michael AsanteHow do you accomplish God's purpose for your life? Do you ask God to reveal His purpose to you? Do you fast for 21 days before you get to know God's purpose for your life? How do you do it? Let's look at the following points: Identify yourself with the Purpose-giver No other person than ...
Views: 3916(1 vote) - 11 Bible Verses to Help You Understand Marriage - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Sara ReyesIf you are thinking about getting married or if you are already married, you should turn to God so that you can learn truly what being married means. You should do so to ensure that Christ is at the center of your bond between you and your spouse or future spouse. Marriage is a permanent ...
Views: 3898 - Forgiving Someone-Are You Ready to Forgive? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Natacha CannMany of us struggle with knowing when we are ready to forgive. How do you know when you’re ready to forgive someone? When you get rid of your anger? When you’re no longer upset? When you stop hurting? When your offender apologizes or asks for forgiveness? The answer to all of these questions is ...
Views: 3883 - Knowing the One and Only True God: Who Is He? - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionIn his beautiful prayer to his Father before his death, Jesus said: "This is eternal life, that they should know you, the only true God, and him whom you sent, Jesus Christ." (John 17:3, WEB.) This important verse tells us three things: 1) Our eternal life (salvation) is dependent on an ...
Views: 3875 - Overcome Anxiety and Depression through Nature Photography - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2010 from ForestWander Nature PhotographyIn fast paced lives and busy schedules, finding peace within is critical and not only good for mental wellbeing, but physical health as well. American culture and society is inundated with anti-depressant commercials and propaganda that attempts to sell wellbeing through synthetic solutions. ...
Views: 3873(1 vote) - Eternal Hell: Where or What Is Eternal Hellfire? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionAll unrepentant wicked people will be cast into hell, where the fire will burn for eternity. But what does "eternal" fire of hell mean? What does the Bible say? Let us study what the Bible says below about the condition we know as "hell:" 1) Jesus said, "…fear him who is able to destroy ...
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