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- Friends for Life - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2011 from Maureen Brennan MercierFriends for life are one of the most powerful assets a human being could have. Life is challenging on this planet. With loving friends who have our back we know that we are not alone in the world. When we have friends for life we have a built in support system to help us along the way ...
Views: 896 - Analysis of an Earthbound Spirit - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2011 from Jack VorsterKnowing our human make-up and how we function as living entities will perhaps help us to approach life differently and more successfully. Man is an earthbound spirit living through a physical body. The components of the human spirit are the heart, mind, word and soul. The latter, however, ...
Views: 1315 - What is Man - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Rohan and Mohan PereraMatter cannot be created nor destroyed as long as matter is the materialization of Conscious thoughts–the inevitable outcome of Consciousness. The materialization of the density–mass–weight–shape–structure–form–space–time, and the functioning of conceived thoughts by Consciousnesses. The power ...
Views: 1256 - "THE RELIGION OF ISLAM": A Comparison of Islam And Christianity - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: "THE RELIGION OF ISLAM": A Comparison Of Islam And Christianity Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words/tags): Islam, The Koran, religion, faith, beliefs, religious tolerance, spiritual unity, unity of religions Web site: ...
Views: 1212 - Take Responsibility to Control Your Thinking - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Ian HendersonIt has been said that as an animal, we humans are pretty weak. In a straight fight against a lion, tiger or bear there is little or no doubt that we’d come off worst. We are smaller, slower, weaker and more fragile. We don’t see as well, hear as well or smell as well as some animals do. So, how ...
Views: 1397(3 votes) - Feel Like You Have Lot's Of Potential But Are Having Trouble Harnessing It? Try These Simple Steps. - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Becky HarmonOne of the hugest sabotages I see uber-gifted clients consistently make is focusing on the BIG WINS, whether in their personal life or business, rather than cultivating the small actions that are going to lead them to big wins … without stress. Did you catch the “without stress” part? One of ...
Views: 917 - Sharing Some Thoughts on Jesus, Love and Peace - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing Some Thoughts on Jesus, Love and Peace Submitted by: Craig Lock Key Words: Inspiration, Love, Peace, Jesus, Empowerment, Spirituality, Spiritual Growth Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various ...
Views: 817 - Success? Don't Drink Your Blue Moon When "Blue" - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Becky HarmonIn my more than 20 years experience of working with spiritual and marketplace leaders, I have seen three reasons why Christians and specifically top performers sabotage themselves with food or alcohol, whether they are 25 or 65. This produces an ability to stay focused internally and also ...
Views: 1299 - Three ways to conquer discouragement. - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Janet Perez EcklesI heard the door open to my room, and lifted my fingers off the keyboard. I turned toward the door, “C’mon in, honey,” I said to my three-year-old granddaughter. But rather than run to me as is her routine, she gave a quick gasp. “I forgot,” she said as she closed the door quickly. Then her ...
Views: 1526 - Three ways I Overcame Tough Times - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Janet Perez EcklesA baby camel asked his mother, “Why do we have such large hoofs on our feet?” She turned to him. “God made us that way for a very special reason,” and she began her explanation. “The big hoofs are to keep us from sinking into the sand.” “Oh! So why do we have long eyelashes?” “It’s to ...
Views: 1272 - Christ Calls for Divine Ordination - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2011 from John MeachamAs He prepared to go back to heaven, Jesus told His Apostles, “When the Holy Spirit comes upon you, you will be filled with power, and you will be witnesses for me in Jerusalem, in all of Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8). At the Presbytery of New Hope’s meeting to ...
Views: 1378 - Shroud of Turin is not of Da Vinci - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Steveis KindThere are many people out there who were under the impression that the Shroud of Turin is a medieval creation, from the times of Leonardo DaVinci. However, there is positive proof that the Shroud of Turin, -the sacred linen cloth which has been preserved through the ages as the cloth covering ...
Views: 989 - Documented Proof of Shroud of Turin - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Steveis KindMany people are still under the impression that the shroud of Turin is a medieval hoax. The shroud of Turin, also known as the burial shroud of Jesus, is a piece of linen cloth. It was woven more than 2000 years ago. One can see the image of a tall, muscular human body, imprinted on this burial ...
Views: 983 - What do Jews believe? What do Jews Believe about Jesus? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: What do Jews believe? What do Jews Believe about Jesus? Submitter: Craig Lock Category (key words): religion, religions, Judaism, Jews, Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, religious faith, beliefs, spirituality, Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs ...
Views: 989(1 vote) - The Lukewarm Christian - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Michael Asante"I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! So, because you are lukewarm--neither hot nor cold--I am about to spit you out of my mouth". (Rev. 3:14-16 NIV) God always knows the spiritual condition in which we are. He says, "I know your ...
Views: 2951 - Custom Printed T-Shirts for Church Groups - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2011 from Amin RamjeeWith churches looking for ways to raise funds, create awareness and promote their faith, T-shirts have become one of the most attractive promotional attires to use in this quest. Custom printed shirts are perfect for church youth groups, for fundraisers, for your church signing group and ...
Views: 1420 - Christ Calls for Heavenly Riches - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from John MeachamIn His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus told the crowd, “Do not store up riches for yourselves here on earth, where moths and rust destroy and robbers break in and steal. Instead, store up riches for yourselves in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and robbers cannot break in and steal. For ...
Views: 1029 - Christian Baby Boomers Who Date Online - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from David ButlerMany Christian Baby Boomers, those born between the years of 1945 to 1964, are using online Christian dating services to find their soulmates in the twilight of their years. While they once considered online dating services as weird or taboo, baby boomers (those born between 1945 & 1964) are ...
Views: 1820(2 votes) - Christmas Is Merry Make Christmas Eve merrier - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from think tank24th December is more popularly known as Christmas Eve and is celebrated with equal cheer and fervor as is 25th of December, which is Christmas, the central most important festivals for Christians. Christmas Eve is celebrated in the churches all round the world. Candle services, and mass is ...
Views: 1384 - The Skinny on Being Trapped - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Kimberly DavidsonSara slipped her tiny body into her beautiful, pink leotard, anticipating another ballet class. After putting on her matching ballet slippers she imagined she was a princess…until she looked at herself in the mirror. Sara first heard “the voice,” the one that told her she was fat—much bigger ...
Views: 2085(2 votes) - Man or God's Image? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Joanne RobinsonSome years ago, I had a painful experience of being told in not very nice terms that it was easy for me to be walked all over. This was an answer to a question I had put to my ex as to why he treated me the way that he did. Over the years, I was haunted by his words. I would remember them ...
Views: 951 - Prophecy: The Rock that Cannot Be Moved - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Rev Michael BrescianiAfter a lifetime studying and proclaiming Biblical prophecy it is now apparent that, in this turbulent and unstable world, prophecy is along with the Savior who it points to, the only immovable rock known to man, past, present or future. One of the keys to understanding prophecy is the ...
Views: 1203(1 vote) - Christ Calls for Spiritual Birth - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from John MeachamIn the Gospel of John, Jesus told Nicodemus, “I am telling you the truth, that no one can enter the Kingdom of God without being born of water and the spirit. A person is born physically of human parents, but is born spiritually of the Spirit” (John 3:5-6). In his book “Decision Points”, ...
Views: 502 - How To Build More Confidence, Clarity and BOLDNESS Into Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Becky HarmonWant to build a BOLD IDENTITY? Then you are going to have to be willing to be teachable. In other words, we should never arrive knowledge-wise, well, until you ARRIVE eternally. This means, ideally we should be willing to receive correction personally and in our businesses/ministries at any ...
Views: 1975 - How to Move from Desperate to Deliberate with Your Ministry Marketing Efforts - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Janice Roberson Johnson“I need more____________” You fill in the blank. Members. Clients. Money. We’ve all experience this at some point in the marketing of our ministries—the point of panic because what you need is greater than what you possess. So what do you do? Let me tell you first tell what not to do. Don’t ...
Views: 1074 - A BOOK "REVIEW" ‘WHAT JESUS REALLY MEANT ‘ (Part One) - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Craig LockA BOOK "REVIEW" ‘WHAT JESUS REALLY MEANT ‘(Part One) New light on the 'hard' sayings of Jesus by William Neil (published by Mowbrays Oxford and London 1975) Category (key words): Books, William Neil, Spiritual Growth, Faith, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Quotations, Thoughts, ...
Views: 1085 - 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) - The Wisdom Of The East Compared To The Wisdom Of The West - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Bill NugentA right understanding of the differences between the wisdom of the east and the wisdom of the west will help bring many things into proper focus. Eastern wisdom ultimately stems from eastern religion. Eastern religion, such as Hinduism, is generally pantheistic. Pantheism is the belief that all ...
Views: 581(1 vote) - Faith is Passion - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2011 from David B SmithI am telling the truth in union with Christ-I am not lying, for my conscience, confirms it in the Holy Spirit. I have deep sorrow and unceasing anguish in my heart, for I could wish that I myself were condemned and cut off from Christ for the sake of my brothers, my relatives according to the ...
Views: 799 - That They May Be One - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2011 from David B Smith"And now I am no longer in the world, but they are in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them in your name that you have given me, so that they may be one, as we are one." (John 17:11, NIV) You may remember that when, a couple of weeks back, we looked at an earlier ...
Views: 784 - A BOOK "REVIEW" ‘WHAT JESUS REALLY MEANT ‘(Part Two) - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Craig LockA BOOK "REVIEW" ‘WHAT JESUS REALLY MEANT ‘(Part Two) New light on the 'hard' sayings of Jesus by William Neil (published by Mowbrays Oxford and London 1975) Category (key words): Books, William Neil, Spiritual Growth, Faith, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Quotations, Thoughts, ...
Views: 1015(3 votes) - Keep Moving Forward In Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Charles RemingtonI have a simple philosophy about life… God put my eyes in the front of my head, and He pointed my feet forward, because He intends for me to move forward… The windshield of our cars is large and the rear view mirror small… Why? We are meant to go forward, and keep from going back… There ...
Views: 1325 - What Did Jesus Really Mean? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: What Did Jesus Really Mean? Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Spiritual Growth, Faith, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Quotations, Thoughts, Thoughts on Jesus, “Inspiration, Spiritual”, Inspirational Writings (enough there now, craig) Web Sites: ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - Negative Emotions: 7 Keys to Overcome Overwhelm - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Ruth SeebeckBe careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. ~ Phil. 4:6-7 How easy it is to succumb to emotion, ...
Views: 1635 - Religion and the Search for Truth - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Faith LeaderFaith and religion are topics that can really stir up feelings of hostility in many people. This is often due to past experiences of manipulation, forced belief systems and dictatorship style religious leadership. For others, faith and religion can stir up feelings of well being, comfort and ...
Views: 969(1 vote) - To Charge or Not to Charge - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Ericka JacksonI am so tired of seeing the Body of Christ struggle financially. I believe that this is a misrepresentation of who Jesus is and it has to stop. Even in His time upon the earth Jesus was a wealthy man from a wealthy carpentry family. His father, Joseph, was a descendant of King David. Upon His ...
Views: 979 - Flying like a bird ... in the Garden - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2011 from Ophelia SwaiThe airport was crowded, and it had the usual maze of directions, escalators, elevators, trains, and moving walkways, with a multitude of people going in different directions. I had my hand luggage on wheels and was moving swiftly while looking up for the usual signs as to where to go for ...
Views: 1049 - Bill Gaither and the Trio: A National Treasure, A Last Days Beacon - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Rev Michael BrescianiAs the darkness created by social upheaval and worldwide changes grip the world, there are a few lights across the globe that offer hope, stability and a view into the marvelous grace of the living God. Bill and Gloria Gaither along with the Gaither Trio and all the participants of the ...
Views: 1650(1 vote) - Say yes to Individual counseling services before your problems take a toll on your mental and physical health - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Vanessa LeeIt is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain a work- life balance as erratic work schedule, business travel on weekend, inadequate time for relaxation and personal agendas become the order of the day. Individuals are not getting enough time to spend with family or to do things which they ...
Views: 507 - Are You Bound By Guilt? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2011 from Michelle Lee, CHWomen experience a lot of guilt. Many have heard me say that guilt is poison. It’s a poison that we must stop taking and giving to those around us. Guilt makes us do things we don’t want to do. Our children get away with more when we feel guilty. We say yes, to people, not just our children, ...
Views: 1542 - Christian Blog Leading Individuals to Salvation - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Fred FishAre you looking to bring family members, friends, coworkers, and strangers to the Lord? Well, the answer is the goodness of God. It is the goodness of God that leads men to repentance. This is the season to begin experiencing the good life. Read a Christian article on the good life and receive ...
Views: 702 - Christian Blogs Bringing Revelation to the Body of Christ - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Fred FishChristian blogs provide insight into the “what is” of God. What is going on in the body of Christ? What revelation is being freshly revealed by our loving heavenly Father? You can find the answer to these questions and more on church blogs. Read this article for tidbits and for-tastes of ...
Views: 781 - Christian Blog Sharing Relationship Tips - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Fred FishEnjoy reading a Christian blog that shares insight and relationship tips concerning Jesus Christ. Communion with God is possible. The voice of God is something that you can learn to hear. The voice of God brings Reformation which brings transformation to mindsets, behavior patterns, physical ...
Views: 873(1 vote) - A religious art-Christian art - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2011 from jhon mathew“Art”, is only a creativity, which runs the whole world. It functions on voluminous amount of artistic expressions. People are influenced by each and every form of art. Art is Omni-present. It is seen in every action of people. In simple words, Art means creativity or capability to introduce ...
Views: 1195 - Online counseling can solve your issues with regard to marriage, anxiety, grief depression etc - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2011 from Vanessa LeeStatistics show that that more than 75% couples feel better after receiving a couple therapy as compared to those who don’t. With a steep increase in the number of divorces happening in USA (over 50% of US families are remarried and re-coupled) it is also evident that sustaining a marriage or a ...
Views: 685 - 4 Tips to Health and Wealth - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Adam UnderhillKEEP IT IN BALANCE—The phrase moderation is key is often over used, thus I won’t use it. However, it doesn’t matter if we are talking about your money or your diet; everything has to stay in balance. Our culture is set up to make you “FatNBroke.” You have to have discipline with your spending ...
Views: 976(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 - The Secret Code of Osama Bin Laden - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from tracy collinsOn behalf of Aaron Fleszar, I'm releasing the following story. The feds have taken over the media in an effort to suppress what happened immediately following the 2008 election of Obama. A military Coup took place with the introduction of Sarah Palin as John McCain's running mate. Obama is ...
Views: 1707 - CHRISTIANS IN A STORM - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Robert CrutchfieldTuesday June 5, 2001 marked the beginning of a very interesting time in the history of my beloved Houston. We have seen thousands loose everything, and thousands of others ( Christians included ) rise to the occasion. That early summer day, Tropical storm Allison came to visit. There was some ...
Views: 1580(3 votes) - THE THREE VITAL MINISTRIES OF THE AVERAGE CHRISTIAN - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Robert CrutchfieldEvery Christian should be involved in some form of ministry. Many believers especially those new to the faith, believe personal ministry is beyond their abilities. Please understand I am not saying that every Christian should pastor a church, or other large ministry. However much of the work of ...
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