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- The Twelve Holy Days of Christmas December 26 - January 6 - 7th & 8th Holy Day - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Merry BattlesEach holy day is assigned to a Disciple, sign of the Zodiac, spiritual attainment, spiritual part of the physical body and a passage from the Bible. As each day progresses see the spiritual center in your body in light. On the 12th night, January 6th, the whole body is lit up like the glorious ...
Views: 2054 - How Can You Choose A Better Christmas Card For Friends And Family - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from John WelshSending Christmas cards to family and friends continues to be an integral part of the festive winter season. People have different reactions to greetings cards; some get overjoyed while others complain of its content. However, prior to posting holiday cards, there are certain tips to keep in ...
Views: 873 - Creating A Church From Scratch Part 2 - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from Nicci StrikerWhen you are creating a new church from scratch, it’s important to have a plan and to be consistent. A church is not about having a building; it’s about having people with whom to come and share your beliefs, preferably in a regular setting. These are the thoughts from one who has been ...
Views: 1504(1 vote) - Part 1 - Creating a New Church From The Ground Up - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from Scott TurrestersonStarting a New Church can be a daunting event for those that are not sure what is needed and troublesome for those that do. There are companies that will help you and there are many documents available (found on the internet and in bookstores) on what is needed to legally start a New Church but ...
Views: 3392 - Israeli Places to visit for Christians - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from Billy BlackburnUnderstandably, Israel will be the historical land of all Christian believers. The country that Christ grew up around also contains many websites and scenes that influenced the world that He walked through and changed forever. From Bethlehem to Nazareth, Israel is ripe with scenes that have the ...
Views: 766 - Love, Honor and Cherish - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2011 from Dr. Gary A. & Greta WilliamsI promised to love, honor and cherish Greta during our wedding ceremony. I promised to have and to hold her until death do us part. One of my favorite things to do is to officiate at weddings, especially if Greta and I have an opportunity to share with the couple in pre-marital counseling. I ...
Views: 2608 - Christ Sends Seven Messages to Seven Churches - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from John MeachamDuring September of 2011, I received the following seven messages from Jesus Christ to send to these seven churches. This is a message from Jesus Christ to the Episcopal Church. “I am the one who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know what you are doing; I know that you ...
Views: 640 - 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) - Learn how to handle criticism - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2011 from M.Farouk RadwanHow did you feel the last time you were criticized? Am sure you felt bad because no one likes to be criticized however the real problem with criticism is not that is hurts but the real problem is that it ruin one’s self confidence if the wrong actions were taken. Most people do certain ...
Views: 1435 - Are Christians Just Forgiven If They Confess? OR Do They Have God's Diplomatic Immunity From Sin? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Roger HimesMost Christians go to bed every night with I John 1:9 on their minds: "If we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness" (KJV). It's a beautiful passage except for this: it makes SIN-focused. As I say in another of these in ...
Views: 858 - Advent Candle Meaning - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from mike rosalesAdvent is a season of preparation for Christmas and the Advent Wreath celebrates a reminder of what truly matters at Christmas. It represents the beliefs and the faith of Christians to reveal the deeper Advent Candles Meaning for Christmas. Some Christian faiths encourage families to light a ...
Views: 1972 - Day Of The Dead - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Maureen Brennan MercierThis time of year in the season of Autumn the Day of the Dead is celebrated especially in Mexico and by Latin Americans in the US. It is also know as All Souls Day on November 1 and the Catholic holiday All Saints Day on November 2. The Day of the Dead is a time for family and friends to come ...
Views: 1391 - True Worship: What It's All About, Really - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionGod is happy with us so long as we attend church regularly, sing psalms to praise Him, and donate to church activities...or is He? Does our church activities alone please God, or does He require something else from us? We can learn the answer to this question by seeing how God Himself feels ...
Views: 1831(1 vote) - Why Are You a Sinner? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionQuestion: Why is every person a sinner? Answer: To answer this question, we need to understand how sin entered our world by reviewing the spiritual condition before and after the first man, Adam, sinned. When the first man Adam was made, he was perfect and sinless since he was made in the ...
Views: 2517(2 votes) - The Death That Brings Life - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionHere's a riddle for you: what death brings life? Answer: the death of Jesus Christ in our place. But how could Jesus' death bring anyone life? Why did particularly Jesus have to die in our place? Why die in our place at all? Finally, how should we personally respond to his death? Our ...
Views: 2414(2 votes) - Christ Calls Baptist to Evangelism - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from John MeachamThis is a message from Jesus Christ to Baptist Churches. “I am the one who is holy and true. I have the key that belonged to David, and when I open a door, no one can close it. I know what you do; I know that you have a little power; you have followed My teaching and you have been faithful to ...
Views: 612 - Our Nation of Laws – That Endanger our Future - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Rev Michael BrescianiWhile interpreting a woman’s right to abortion in 1973, the Supreme Court made a landmark decision to allow a woman to abort an unborn child for any reason. Going far beyond giving rights to women over their own bodies that decision (Roe v Wade) gave a woman the right over another’s body even ...
Views: 1084 - The Mindset a Christian Leader Must Possess In Order to Be Effective - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Janice Roberson JohnsonAs a Pastor or Christian Leader it is important for you to realize that the work you do begins first in your mind. We learn from scripture that much of the opposition we face is not natural, but spiritual: “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers; ...
Views: 1307 - 7 Excuses that Keep Christian Leaders from Expanding Their Reach - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Janice Roberson JohnsonA quote that really opened my eyes was from a Christian business leader, Dani Johnson. She said that excuses were none thing more than well thought out lies. That really got me to thinking. The more I seem to work with Christian leaders and Pastors there are 7 major excuses that I have heard ...
Views: 762 - Kriya Yoga means God and Love applied in real life - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2011 from Hans NeukommKriya Yoga is the combination of loving work for the mutual benefit and well being of all creation, all planet, nature, animals and mankind in combination with Kriya Yoga meditation teachings also known as Jesus secret teachings. All life is about Love To reconcile with God, it is vital to ...
Views: 1588(2 votes) - Understanding Discipline - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Ken ThomI believe that our parenting model comes from God, who carries the bulk of the work for us as parents. God's love for us drew us into relationship with him, and I contend that this loving relationship then influenced us into obedience to Him. We work toward and remain in obedience because we do ...
Views: 861 - Gifts To Catch The Moments of Celebrations - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from rammanohar prasadChristmas is the most popular festival in all over the world, which is celebrated with great fervor and a lot of enjoyment. Christmas is considered incomplete with Christmas party because party brings a lot of excitement and enjoyments are seen greatly and honor in this regard. Christmas party ...
Views: 813 - Christ Calls Catholics to Freedom - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2011 from John MeachamThis is a message from Jesus Christ to the Catholic Church. “I am the one who holds the seven stars in His right hand and who walks among the seven lampstands. I know what you have done; I know that you have worked hard and followed all your rules. But this is what I have against you: you do not ...
Views: 594 - The 10 Most Popular Myths Christian Parents Believe - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Tim LuggWhen it comes to a Christian education for your children, there may be some beliefs that keep you from making that ultimate decision. Before you fall victim to myths, investigate the top ten fully and then decide if a Christian education is right for your family. First of all, there are the ...
Views: 534 - Three Reasons Why Faith Is Important In The Christian Life - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Ginger London,Faith is essential to our lives as believers, and if you’ve ever wondered why faith is important this article will shed some light on the answers. It is the very foundation of our Christian belief. We begin our journey with the profession of our belief and faith in who God is. We believe by ...
Views: 18544 - New Years Eve Time To Plan Your Party - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Kalpendra SinghWe all celebrate New Year with happiness and joy but does any one of us know exactly about the new years eve history. The day of New Year is celebrates on 1 January and it is said to be the very first day of the Gregorian calendar which is also known as the Julian calendar. This day is the ...
Views: 631 - What Santa’s Buzz On This Xmas Fiesta - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Kalpendra SinghThe day of christmas celebration and events are celebrated all over the world. Earlier this event of Christmas is only celebrated by the Christians but now days Christmas celebration is on the peak for every one. The day of Christmas is celebrated with lots of amazing things such as beautiful ...
Views: 626 - Resolve Your Near By Dearing New Year - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2011 from Kalpendra SinghPeople wear new cloths, follow new customs on this day and send cards with the New Year wishes to there love ones. Chinese New Year is one of the most desirable and most beautiful New Year. This is the day which is also known as the lunar year as this day falls on the lunisolar according to the ...
Views: 645 - Live A Christian Life A Glorified Life As In Heaven - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2011 from Pat LavazzaGod is almighty, he is omnipresent. He sees all your actions and wishes and wishes to fulfill them. Just think yourself as a father of the family, who fulfills all the wishes of family members as the head of the family. He knows what demands are to be fulfilled and what not? He knows which ...
Views: 838 - Different Kinds of the Christian Bible - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from king james bibleThe Bible is believed to be one of the most popular and the most printed book in the world. Over the years there have been many versions of the Bible that have been accepted by Christians all over the world since different denominations follow different versions of the bible.Out of this the ...
Views: 744 - Focused Prayer is a Spiritual Power Tool - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Theodore Henderson“The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” Proverbs 18:21 New International Version (NIV) There is nothing bizarre or mysterious about the power of focused affirmative thought and prayer. It has been proven over and over again, both in ...
Views: 1886 - Christ Calls Independents to Leadership - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from John MeachamThis is a message from Jesus Christ to Independent Christian Churches. “I am the first and the last: who died and lived again. I know that you preach about a turning point and that you are trying to lead My Followers down the path of righteousness. I know that you teach My Followers about a new ...
Views: 560 - Mark Your Funny Face With Halloween Party - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2011 from Kalpendra SinghHalloween is a lovely opportunity for most Christian families to get in concert and be really creative and a bit pleasure-seeking. As of the costumes to the candy, it's an annual holiday that basically begs for parties. People normally put their efforts devotedly for preparation of celebration ...
Views: 647 - Following A Christian Life Requires Mindful Thinking And Dedication To The Lord - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2011 from Pat LavazzaThe Christian way of living is simple and hardly involves making any complicated decisions in life. The most important principles of Christianity involve peace, love, understanding, forgiveness, compassion and faith. To be a good Christian, one must think and do good to others which is why ...
Views: 907(1 vote) - How to know we have been reborn in spirit - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Leslie MusokoEvery journey in life needs places of encouragement to keep us focused on making it to completion. A spiritual journey is no different and like any journey we make in life it also has its key markers that dictate to us what progress we have made. The difference between a spiritual journey and ...
Views: 2716(1 vote) - Christ Calls Pentecostals to Battle - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from John MeachamThis is a message from Jesus Christ to Pentecostal Churches. “I am the one who has the sharp two-edged sword. I know where you live, there in those cities where Satan has spread his reign. You are true to me, but I have these things against you. There are some among you who follow the teachings ...
Views: 606 - How to Download the King James Bible online - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2011 from king james bibleThe King James Version Bible or the KJV Bible as it is popularly known is one of the most read books in the world. It is also one of the most popular versions of the Bible and has been the basis for many modern day versions. Although it was originally translated to Jacobean English, it is ...
Views: 1053 - Defending The Christian Faith With Apologetics - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2011 from Mia BairChristians always have ample opportunities to demonstrate the Christian faith whether they are Protestant or Catholic. They wish to demonstrate the faith of the Bible as having a special place as a strong belief system in the world. 'Apologetics' is a practice of defending the faith. All kinds ...
Views: 576 - Christ Calls Methodist to Spirituality - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from John MeachamThis is a message from Jesus Christ to the Methodist Church. “I am the Faithful and True Witness, who is the origin of all God has created. I know what you have done; I know that you are lukewarm. How I wish you would hear me knocking on your thousand doors and let Me in. For I would advise you, ...
Views: 535 - The better internet websites to buy Christian books - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Noel JamesBeing able to buy your Christian books on the web has many good advantages. One advantage is that you could save yourself some hard cash. Many people would love to begin utilising the world wide web to make purchases but still feel somewhat concerned concerning using their payment card. ...
Views: 735 - Christ Calls Presbyterians to repent - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from John MeachamThis is a message from Jesus Christ to the Presbyterian Church. “I am the Son of God whose eyes blaze like fire, whose feet shine like polished brass. I know what you do. I know your love, your faithfulness, your service, and your patience. But this is what I have against you: you tolerate those ...
Views: 713 - Dick B. Address to Assn of Christian Alcohol and Drug Counselors, Palm Springs - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),THE ASSOCIATION OF CHRISTIAN ALCOHOL & DRUG COUNSELORS INSTITUTE Announces the 2011 Annual Christ-centered Addiction Professionals Conference to be held from Friday, September 30th TO Sunday, October 2nd at the Hotel Zoos in beautiful Palm Springs. The Dick B. Address on October 2, ...
Views: 2468(2 votes) - A Blind Man’s View of God - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Arun JayakaranIt’s my normal habit to talk to some persons when I am on a city road. I could do so because I am never in a hurry to return home being a retired senior citizen. Talking to the underprivileged gives me greater joy. There are millions of handicapped persons in the world today. ...
Views: 904 - Blast Your Beats On New Year Cruises - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Kalpendra SinghOne doesn’t even know and the time passes on. Soon it is time to celebrate the last day of the year and welcome New Year with open arms. The New Year brings with it lots of expectations, hopes, dreams and speculation of what is to happen; similarly with the year that is about to come to an end, ...
Views: 793 - Fellowship with the Lord-It`s that important - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Worrell BertrandMost of US who are here are truly Saved. We have made our first adjustment to the Justice of God by faith alone in Christ alone for Salvation. Acts:16:31, 4:12, John 3:36, Ephesians 2:8, 9. We are the possessors of Eternal life. We also possess the Righteousness of God the Father, as a matter of ...
Views: 1474 - Forgiveness Will Stop the Cycle of Hurt - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Aya EneliBy Aya Fubara Eneli, M.A, J.D., Author, Speaker and Christian Life Coach In the midst of an argument a loved one says something hurtful to you. Your response is to immediately say something even more hurtful right back. A friend accidentally steps on your toe, and you immediately kick ...
Views: 2590 - Christ Calls Episcopals to Wake Up - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2011 from John MeachamThis is a message from Jesus Christ to the Episcopal Church. “I am the one who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know what you are doing; I know that you have the reputation of being alive, even though you are dead! So wake up, and strengthen what you still have before it dies ...
Views: 642 - "Endless Possibilities" and Jesus - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: "Endless Possibilities" and Jesus Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): Spirituality, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Christianity, faith, hope, inspiration, spiritual growth Web site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various ...
Views: 2635 - Zen Habits: Virtue, Oneness and Efficiency - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Darius StylZen habits are beneficial for everyone because everyone needs balance, peace and efficiency. Zen is simply a word that traces back to the idea of meditation, but is more commonly understood in vague terms of eastern balance, oneness and serenity. Zen habits are not strictly connected to eastern ...
Views: 2088 - Love Humbly - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Sabrina RembertThose of us who make the choice to walk with god and believe that Jesus died to save us from our sin are not thereby free to sin. We still have a responsibility now that we have been reborn in him to strive to live like him. It is time to put away the old ways that admittedly did not serve us ...
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