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- The Morality of Selling - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Lenann McGookey GardnerSo many Christian people learn that a career in business means starting in sales – a job that often carries a reputation for manipulation and dirty dealing. Is it possible for a principled, religious person to take a sales job and feel good about it? Is there a moral approach to selling? The ...
Views: 1209(1 vote) - Could God Make Mistakes? - by Submitted on May 03, 2015 from Albert WagnerThe comment caught me off guard. Sometimes you go through the motions of daily life, and then something sticks out. This was one of those moments. We were talking about how cynical this world can be, and it can even cause a person to doubt themselves sometimes. The author has a known lack ...
Views: 1208 - Four Christian Misbeliefs That Negatively Impact Your Self-Image - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Karla DowningIf you hold any of these four Christian misbeliefs, they will negatively impact your self-image. Beliefs underlie the way you view the world. The belief you hold about a thing determines what you think, how you feel, and how you act. Here are the four misbeliefs: Christians shouldn't have ...
Views: 1207 - It’s Okay To Slip-Up - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Scott ColettiAn act or thought that unintentionally deviates from what is right or true. This is the formal definition for slip-up. To slip-up should never be thought of as a failure to accomplish something. I am quite certain that many of us would agree that many mishaps we may have been involved with in ...
Views: 1207(3 votes) - Proven Strategies to Increase Your Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Michelle PrinceRecently I saw an interesting news report about a famous model who decided to get her legs insured. Her legs were a highly marketable asset, so it was important to her and her modeling agency to make sure they would be protected against any potential injury or harm. Her right leg was insured ...
Views: 1206(7 votes) - Sweat the Small Stuff - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2009 from Larry HehnWhen I played hockey, the best referees always set a consistent, high standard of play for each game. They noticed - and called - every infraction, no matter how minor it seemed. Ironically, their strict enforcement of the rules led to an amazing freedom for us as players. A clearly defined set ...
Views: 1206(4 votes) - God, How Come I'm Not Rich? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2015 from Tim FayEver since my teenage years I had always believed that I would amount to something, I would do something really important and become a real benefit to all of mankind. Well here I am approaching my sixtieth birthday, I was laid off four years ago and here I am sitting at my computer wondering ...
Views: 1205 - Jesus Healing - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2008 from Nikola DimitrovJesus healing. So much can be shared on this subject and of course, one can never cover it completely, so I will not even attempt to do it. Instead, I would just like to very briefly mention a Jesus healing revelation from the Word of God. With the start of the Protestant Reformation with ...
Views: 1205 - Is it Time to Blend Drudge's “Have Exit Plan” with Christ's Warning to Flee Military or Martial Law? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2014 from Richard RuhlingMany see trouble coming from government spending and then printing money non-stop. And the gov is preparing for the trouble by buying billions of bullets and armored vehicles. The Bible has warnings for what we see. Before Christ saves us in the sky, heeding His words could save us in the ...
Views: 1204 - Obama Repeating the History of Babylon's Fall in the Book of Daniel - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: America is repeating Babylon's fall forecast in Daniel, including Obamacare, New World Order, Muslim aggression and defeat. These are seen in Daniel 1,3,8 plus this parallel from Daniel 5. When asked about the end of the world, the Great Teacher whose life divided BC from AD replied ...
Views: 1204 - How to Start Winning in Life...NOW! - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Michelle PrinceThroughout my life, I have read inspirational books, listened to motivational CDs and attended many personal development seminars. If not for the encouragement, as well as the treasure trove of power-tips and techniques these materials provided, I would probably still be asking myself what a ...
Views: 1203(9 votes) - Is Christian Counselling Effective in Helping Couples? - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2013 from Michael HartChristian Counseling is now growing in terms of its popularity all around the world. Gone are the days when anything to do with religion were looked on by psychologists and counselors as being detrimental to one’s mental health. A plethora of studies have now shown that spiritual beliefs, a ...
Views: 1203 - 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) - 26th Day of Lent – Hidden Effects of Music - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2009 from John AOV"A wise man seeks by music to strengthen the weakness of his soul; the thoughtless one uses it to stifle his fears." ---Confucius According to Corrine Heline, the ancients understood the power of music and sought to use it to attune to higher realms of consciousness. At one time China closely ...
Views: 1202 - 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: 1202 - Catholics’ Faith in Francis (or the Church) is Misplaced - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2018 from Richard Ruhling“Even if a day arrives when the Catholic Church is pure, none of us will live to see it,” says Margery Eagan in her Boston Globe article (1-29-18) discussing the pope’s visit to Chile. Some people can stumble over the truth, get up and go on as if nothing ever happened. Dr. Richard Ruhling, ...
Views: 1200 - Culture Shock - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Larry HehnI live in one of the most culturally diverse communities in the world. More than half of the people living in my city were born in a different country. As someone who was born in Canada, is Christian, speaks English as his mother tongue and whose skin is only slightly darker than milk, I am ...
Views: 1200(5 votes) - God’s Image In Us - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Nikola DimitrovLet me set the foundation of our study and research with the Scripture passage from Genesis 1:26-28, which shows the original purpose with which the Lord created us: “And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over ...
Views: 1199 - 7 Clues to Identify the Harlot of Revelation 17 - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2018 from Richard Ruhling“All roads lead to Rome.” Christ is the only way to God (John 14:6) but He is the Truth, and if we follow truth as we understand it, we get to God. Note: This isn’t against sincere Catholic believers, but against a hierarchy that knows the system is phony, but participate in the deception. ...
Views: 1198 - The Feminine And The Power Of Myth - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Ian ScottThe feminine element lies dormant in us all, eager to be retrieved from the archives of the world of imagery and myth. Basically, the feminine aspect encompasses the mystical, nurturing, healing aspect engendered through unconditional love and intuition. It is this aspect of our nature, which ...
Views: 1198 - The Islamic Jesus? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Father DaveDo not think that I have come to destroy the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to destroy them but to fulfill them. For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until everything is ...
Views: 1198(1 vote) - Loughner: Psychology, Demonology and Presumption in the Body Politic - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Rev Michael BrescianiJared Lee Loughner is charged with killing six people and wounding others in the recent tragedy in Arizona. Days of media coverage has raised controversy, speculation and a sea of voices all trying to handle and assess what seems almost incomprehensible in a civilized nation. It has become ...
Views: 1197(3 votes) - A Biblical Answer to the Omnibus-Muslim Problem - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: The Omnibus Budget Bill to be voted Friday, Dec 11, will provide $1.2 Billion for “nearly 700,000 green cards – or lifetime residency cards – to migrants from Muslim nations over the next five years (as we did over the last five years),” said Senator Sessions of AL, re Friday’s vote. ...
Views: 1196 - Debunking the post tribulation Rapture theory. - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2019 from William JaroskeLately there has been a rash of Christians falling for this dangerous bible teaching of Post Tribulation rapture theory. The Post-Tribulation Rapture philosophy also leads to other false doctrines. Colossians 2:8 is God's warning concerning false teachers, “Beware lest any man spoil you ...
Views: 1196 - Some Thoughts on the Bible Versus Other Revelations - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Mary WilkeyWhy do some people insist that we read only the Bible and not other books, articles, etc. about the Word of God? The Bible, of course, must be the ultimate authority, as the inspired Word of God. But to disregard other people's thoughts (which also, by the way, may be inspired by God) is to ...
Views: 1196 - 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 - Good Friday – May We Crucify our False Beliefs! - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from John AOVOn this day of Crucifixion, may we crucify our false beliefs. As we saw in Maundy Thursday’s Lent Devotional, the gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke depict Jesus growing depressed over his coming ordeal … asking God that the cup be taken from him … and so much in dread that he sweats drops of ...
Views: 1194 - HOW TO DEVELOP A PRAYER LIFE - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Mary JacksonHOW TO DEVELOP A PRAYER LIFE Prayer: An act of communicating with God. I Thessalonians 5:17 PRAY WITHOUT CEASING Did you know that God has many ways of communicating with us, but there are only a few ways that we can communicate with him? Prayer, Praise & Worship are the key ...
Views: 1194 - Life on Life Discipleship - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from John PurcellChuck has pastored his church for five years. Over that time, he has implemented a home group ministry that has reenergized fellowship in the church. But Chuck senses that something is still missing. Small groups were supposed to be the spiritual growth vehicle for the church, and, in fact, many ...
Views: 1193(1 vote) - 40 Days to a Better Me: Day 05 "Have Fun" - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Daniel Toops40 Days to a Better Me—Day 05—Have Fun When I was a boy living in the strange and distant land of Indiana, my summers were filled with the traditional family ritual of camping. Each summer we would trek to Brown County State Park, throw up a couple tents and spend a week or two there. And, I ...
Views: 1192(1 vote) - 6th Day of Lent – 40 Day Fast - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2009 from John AOVLent began on February 25, 2009 --- Ash Wednesday, so I am getting a late start on these Lenten devotionals The word "fast" does not simply relate to doing without food. The more spiritually enhancing fast is to put aside the thought patterns that are not beneficial to your well-being. ...
Views: 1192 - Is it Time to Blend Drudge’s “Have Exit Plan” with Christ’s Warning to Flee Military or Martial Law? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2014 from Richard RuhlingSummary: Many see trouble coming from government spending and then printing money non-stop. And the gov is preparing for the trouble by buying billions of bullets and armored vehicles. The Bible has warnings for what we see. Before Christ saves us in the sky, heeding His words could save us in ...
Views: 1189 - Esoteric Christianity - by Submitted on May 31, 2008 from Josef GrafThis article examines Christianity at its root, as well as some esoteric aspects, using anthroposophy and the insights of Rudolf Steiner as a resource. It does not attempt to assess religions that have branched out from the original impulse. It only seeks to delve into what lies at the heart ...
Views: 1188 - Bible and Science are Compatible - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2012 from katherine appelloTime in the bible is not always literal and study of the bible requires a cross-references and an understanding of how time works biblically and time is not always literal. How does the bible and Christianity tell us evolution is compatible with the bible? I have researched this and found that ...
Views: 1187 - 40 Days to a Better Me--Day 04--Gratitiude - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Daniel Toops“Make thankfulness your sacrifice to God, and keep the vows you made to the Most High.” Psalm 50:14 The New Living Translation. Expressing gratitude is one of the most effective ways of boosting self confidence and optimism. This is because when we express gratitude our ego (and ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - The Secret of a Good Night's Sleep - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Claire Vorster'She is a friend of mind. She gather me, man. The pieces I am, she gather them and give them back to me in all the right order.'Toni Morrison, Beloved How do you sleep? Sleep, the beloved time when care is put to rest and angels guard us. Or it would be if I was mistress of a large house in ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - The Truth About Religion Today - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2014 from Albert WagnerWhat do you think? You might be pro-religion or anti-religion, but either way you might notice a decline in religious values in America today. This is a spiritual blog and the changes might impact you in some way. This post looks at the decline of religious influence in contemporary ...
Views: 1184 - A Surprise Sign of God's People for When the Pope Comes - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: God has given set times [mo'ed] as appointments for us. The pope's visit to Congress falls on one of them Happiness is based on relationships described in the 10 Commandments. People who break them—people who lie, steal, kill or commit adultery are not happy people and will not be in ...
Views: 1183 - We Have the Mind of Christ but do We Have the Heart of Christ - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Eric HuntleyThere is an argument that there is no difference in the Bible between the mind and the heart. But here I will use the mind as the intellectual thinking part of man and the heart the emotional part of man. There is a thought that the mind is the conscience and the heart is the sub-conscience. ...
Views: 1183 - Creativity - What Is It? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Terry WeberWe, as humans, share 98% of our genetic makeup with chimpanzees. So, what is the difference between those small apes and us? As you probably know, the chimpanzee is intelligent, social and has a wide range of sounds and gestures for communication and is probably one of the most expressive of ...
Views: 1182(1 vote) - Go ahead BE selfish! - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pastor Martha GilbertWe are taught not to be selfish but I believe in one area of our life we really need to be extremely selfish. That area is forgiveness of each other. For God will forgive us as we forgive each other (paraphrased from Luke 11:4). See I hear people all the time say "well I just can't forgive so ...
Views: 1182(2 votes) - DOCTRINE OF CHRISTOLOGY IN RELATION TO FEMINISM - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Thabang MoloiABSTRACT Feminism is a movement of both men and women who ascribe to the metaphysical, ontological natural humanitarian principle of egalitarianism whereby the viewpoint is that all people are born equal regardless of country of origin, race, color, creed, religion and/or gender. It is a ...
Views: 1180 - Don't Fake it, Feel It - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from shayne hammondDon't fake it, FEEL IT. Success in any situation in life is only a feeling away. "He that loveth not knoweth not God; for GOD is LOVE." 1 John 4:8 Access the FEELING of LOVE and you have accessed the POWER of GOD. Often when faced with negative circumstances we think the circumstance ...
Views: 1179(1 vote) - Is 90% A Good Deal For You? By: Terry L. Weber - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Terry WeberAs you probably know our money really does talk to us. For example, I know it talks to me because I’ve often heard it say, loud and clear: “Goodbye!” Over the years I’ve taught several adult Sunday school classes about Christian Financial Management (CFM). Much of the material I gleaned from ...
Views: 1179(1 vote) - Non-militant Islam Better Than Godless America; the Problem is the Quran - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2016 from Richard RuhlingSummary: The Bible uses political cartoons to represent nations. In the book of Daniel we find a ram in the Middle East pushing west, but it is stomped by a goat that flies from the west “at the time of the end.” That will be the end of militant Islam, but the ram is a more noble creature than a ...
Views: 1179 - Making it Easier to Have Faith - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from Mary WilkeyMany times I've heard non-believers say that exercising faith for healing (or anything else) is a denial of fact. Au contraire! Let's get this thing straight, once and for all... faith does not deny fact. Faith changes fact! When a believer declares he is healed of, say, a sprained ...
Views: 1178 - How to please God - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Janet Perez EcklesIn my days as a blind Nana, a few gems of joy glimmer through. This past week, while my four-year-old granddaughter and I interacted, the TV played in the background. In the middle of our giggles, she let out a loud gasp, and then tapped my arm. “Nana, did you hear that?” Her tone told me ...
Views: 1177 - A Surprise Sign of God's People for When the Pope Comes - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: God has given set times [mo'ed] as appointments for us. The pope's visit to Congress falls on one of them Happiness is based on relationships described in the 10 Commandments. People who break them—people who lie, steal, kill or commit adultery are not happy people and will not be in ...
Views: 1176 - Bad Laws, Lawyers & Judges Ruining US: Examples—Starbucks & Pharma - by Submitted on May 19, 2017 from Richard RuhlingStarbucks was ordered by a judge to pay a woman $100,000 because the lid to her coffee popped off and she got 1st and 2nd degree burns. A 1st degree burn means erythema or redness; a 2nd degree burn means a blister forms. Too bad we can’t all get a blister from Starbucks and collect $100,000. ...
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