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- 7th Day of Lent – “The Kingdom of God is Inside of You.” - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2009 from John AOVOne of the most difficult concepts to grasp is Jesus' teaching: "The kingdom of God is inside of you." For that reason I am posting this Divine Self Illustration ... the most comforting and enlightening depiction of this teaching I have seen. This all important teaching---that the kingdom of ...
Views: 1780 - LONG WALK TO FREEDOM, LONG ROAD TO PEACE - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Craig LockLONG WALK TO FREEDOM, LONG ROAD TO PEACE MY GREATEST RACE Dedicated to the striving for and recognition of peace (and pursuit of peace) … or at least a better and more peaceful world. * Here are some extracts from the manuscript craig is currently ...
Views: 1779(1 vote) - Coping With A Loved One's Death - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2010 from Helen Mendes LoveIn our ASK THE DOCTOR section of our website, we recently received the following question: "Why is the sting of death so difficult to deal with?" Bob P. I answered: Dear Bob; I assume that someone important to you has died. That death may ...
Views: 1778 - PTSD Ending Has A Price - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2019 from Risa RuseI guess we should identify what we need to get rid of when we want to unshackle ourselves from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD.) That is, the things we need to emotionally throw over-board in order to be able to steer our spiritual ship steady. I was reminded of this analogy when reading ...
Views: 1778(3 votes) - Christian Romance Tips for Wives - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Michael and Wanda CollinsAll right woman of God, it's time you turned up the heat. Not in the kitchen, silly girl, in your bedroom. Yes, I know you work a full-time job, you cook, you clean, and you take care of the children. But the back burner is no place for your love life sweetie. You see, romance is an essential ...
Views: 1775(5 votes) - Five Reasons to Move Out of the City Before Fall - by Submitted on May 30, 2015 from Richard Ruhling1. Fear of loss, especially financial loss is considered by many as the greatest human motivator. You could lose your home and it's contents by failure to act ahead of “economic collapse, 2015,”if the 36 million results on Google mean anything. When it comes to such events, a year early is ...
Views: 1774 - Audio Visual System Installation Services for Churches - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Jennifer MarbleIt is hard to install a perfect sound system for an auditorium or church for anyone. Only an experienced company can handle the responsive and complex task and make the speech audible. This is the reason an experienced and versatile company must be chosen that can make the finest and classic ...
Views: 1772 - Tough Love in Christian Marriage - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Michael and Wanda CollinsI'm sure you know that God loves and forgives you unconditionally. But did you know that He expects you to extend that same love and forgiveness to your spouse unconditionally? Of course I knew that, you say. But do you really? Listen God loves us and forgives us daily when we disobey Him, when ...
Views: 1772(1 vote) - Now and Then – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Kathy VincentNow and then. What a wonderful phrase. Let me show you what I mean. Now, we experience many trials. Then, in Heaven, we will be free from all suffering. Now, we only see God as looking through a glass darkly. Then, we shall see Him face to face. Heaven is definitely something our children ...
Views: 1769 - Is Life, Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness Worth 5 or 10 Minutes of Your Time? - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2014 from Richard RuhlingSummary: In a speech for the Bilderberg elite in Brussels, Obama gave their view well: “Ordinary [people] too small-minded to govern their affairs. Order and progress can only come when individuals surrender their rights to an all powerful sovereign.” But that's treason to the Constitution that ...
Views: 1765 - 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: 1762 - More Power To You (Part 1) - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Gerrit van VuurenThat we are living in difficult times, is no secret. People who have a negative inclination can identify problems in almost every sphere of life. The world economy apparently reached record lows; there are worldwide health crises with all sorts of pandemics evolving and then we have not even ...
Views: 1762(2 votes) - Spiritual Therapy For Those Suffering From PTSD! - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Biancia TateHi there! My name is Biancia Tate and I am a Christian Life Coach who is the founder of The Hope Network. We are an online ministry whose mission is to provide educational support, hope and healing to survivors of trauma and/or crisis. Through our online ministries, we rebuild faith, restore ...
Views: 1761 - Who Can I Trust - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Jesse BirkeyWho Can I Trust? I am fairly certain that we all want someone who we can place our trust in. The only question is “Who is that someone going to be?” Who are you going to place your trust in? If the answer is yourself then you are going to be frequently disappointed. If you answer is your ...
Views: 1760(1 vote) - Blessing & Blessings - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2012 from Mary WilkeySome years ago I discovered a small but powerful little book in a second-hand bookstore. (Don't you just love second-hand bookstores?) The little tome first attracted me, because its cover was a soft green velvet, not the usual paper stock variety. I know, I know, you can't tell a book ...
Views: 1758 - Scare the Hell Out of You? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Larry Hehn"Compassion will cure more sins than condemnation." - Henry Ward Beecher While driving through town a few days ago, I was suprised to see the sign in front of All Peoples Church. So surprised that I went home, grabbed my camera and drove back to take a picture. Not many would be able to drive ...
Views: 1757(3 votes) - Freedom FROM Religion? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2010 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockOnce the Buddha was asked if anyone can become enlightened, even if they were not a follower of the Buddha. His answer - a resounding; "Of course!" He even went further than that. He warned about becoming attached to the religion itself, and suggested that one only use Buddhism as a raft to ...
Views: 1753(5 votes) - Are You Truly Saved or Can You Lose Your Salvation? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2017 from Leslie DutcherCan You Lose Your Salvation Controversy? There is a Salvation controversy within main line Christian church beliefs. Some denominations believe that once a person is saved they are always saved. Other denominations believe that one can lose their salvation after becoming saved. ...
Views: 1752 - More Power To You (Part 3) - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Gerrit van VuurenIn parts 1 & 2 of this series of articles on the POWER of God in us, we saw that firstly, Jesus promised us the power; secondly, that He paid the full price for the dominion and authority over everything above the earth, on the earth, and beneath the earth. Then thirdly, we saw that His promise ...
Views: 1752(1 vote) - Living By Faith, Part 2 - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Rev. Terry Moore, Ph.D.LIVING BY FAITH, Part 2 by Rev. Will Terry Moore, Ph.D. The just shall live by faith [Habakkuk 2:4] [Romans 1:17] [Galatians 3:11] Hebrews 10:38]. Continued from Living By Faith, Part 1. Our faith helps us to walk or live by faith and not by sight (i.e., the five senses and emotions). ...
Views: 1748(6 votes) - Helping A Christian To Begin Recovery Today - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Helping A Christian To Begin Recovery Today Dick B. © 2010 Anonymous. All rights reserved What is this newcomer like? The condition of most alcoholics who are being propelled toward recovery today is complex, life-threatening, confusing, frightening, and often misunderstood. Here ...
Views: 1746 - Drugs & Vaccinations Part of Beast System in Revelation; Fight for Kids & Health - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from Richard RuhlingRicardo Beas, a concerned citizen and parent of three school-age children in California seeks to do the impossible. He is shedding light on the illegality and health hazards of mandatory vaccines, believing compulsory vaccination will be overruled by public opinion. Citing our ...
Views: 1741 - Repentance, Accepting God's Love for Us - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2012 from Keri Lawrence“In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea, and saying “‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand?’ For this is he who was spoken of by the prophet Isaiah saying: The voice of the one crying in the wilderness: Prepare the way of the Lord; Make His path ...
Views: 1734(1 vote) - Applause for God – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Kathy VincentHave you ever seen a show that made you jump to your feet for a standing ovation? I have. I have seen many wonderful talented people over the years, but no one’s talent can compare to God’s glory. Actually, God is the one who deserves all the applause. Psalm 29:2 says this: “Give unto the ...
Views: 1731 - How Do Your Explain Miracles From The Course In Miracles? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2015 from David HoffmeisterMiracles are described in the Old Testament, New Testament and A Course in Miracles. Some miracles result from the understanding and a relationship to God. Yet some are examples of what man can do when he is in right alignment with God and living from that state of knowing. Feeding the ...
Views: 1730(1 vote) - Missing the Mark: A Super Bible School Activity for Memorizing Romans 3:23 - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from Kathy VincentI really enjoy learning definitions to words. For example, I remember sitting in my youth group years ago and hearing our teacher say that sin, in its foundational definition, means to miss the mark. In other words, sin puts us off track from where God wants us to be. Our elementary kids need ...
Views: 1728(1 vote) - REMEMBER WHAT PEACE THERE MAY BE IN SILENCE - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Craig LockREMEMBER WHAT PEACE THERE MAY BE IN SILENCE Listening to the inarticulate can help bring peace to others, says Glenn Jetta Barclay Have you heard the silence? The silence of the Child Jesus around whom Christmas swirls? So it is that the silent Jesus symbolises all who cannot speak ...
Views: 1727(1 vote) - The Ways of GOD are Superior to the Acts of GOD - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2017 from Godwin Terhemba IhaghIn order to buttress the title of the article, let’s take a brief look into the Christian Bible, at a scripture in Psalms 103: 7 which says: "He made his ways known to Moses, and his acts known to the children of Israel". Although Moses had a lot of access to the ways of GOD, the children of ...
Views: 1725(1 vote) - Church of Chocolate Theology 101 - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Kyre AdeptHere’s the question I get asked all the time: “Is this really a church?” Like all the best questions, there’s a simple answer and a complicated one. The simply answer is YES, this is a church, meaning a community organized by faith that is expressed through spiritual practice. The Church ...
Views: 1724 - *** These Economic Times and our Financial Literacy Quotient - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Margaret GoodBeing financially literate is like planning a trip to drop off a book to a new acquaintance in the next city. If we do not know where our house is on the map in relation to where the acquaintance’s house is on the map, how will we be able to navigate to our new friend’s house to drop off the ...
Views: 1719(2 votes) - Citizenship In The Kingdom Of FatherGod, Part 4 - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Rev. Terry Moore, Ph.D.[Colossians 1:13] Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son. As a reminder from part 3, our daily responsibilities provide excellent opportunities to practice and perfect our participation as a Citizen and Ambassador of the ...
Views: 1719(7 votes) - The Power of Choice In Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Ginger London,The power of choice is the "ability" to "select" one thing rather than another. In Joshua 24:15 it says, "Choose you this day whom you will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for ...
Views: 1719 - Sharing Some Uplifting, Empowering and Inspirational Thoughts (from My Notes – Part Two) - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing Some Uplifting, Empowering and Inspirational Thoughts (from My Notes – Part Two) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Spiritual Growth, Faith, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Thoughts on Jesus, “Inspiration”, “Spiritual”, Spiritual thoughts, Quotations, ...
Views: 1718(1 vote) - Is It God's Will For Us to Get Sick? - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Douglas HooverOnce we understand where sickness comes from, we can understand why we are able to get rid of it! God's word clearly reveals that both death and sickness originated with sin and are being spread by Satan. Romans 5:12-21 When Adam sinned, sin entered the entire human race. Adam's sin brought ...
Views: 1715 - Hawaii and California Christian Recovery Movement Projects for Spring 2012 - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),International Christian Recovery Coalition The Blooming, Booming Responses and Expanded Plans of the Christian Recovery Movement Dick B., Executive Director Copyright 2012 Anonymous. All rights reserved Just since our visits in Southern California in January of this year, we have had ...
Views: 1710 - 7 Tips For Supporting A Loved One Through Illness - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Stanley PopovichBy: Stan Popovich 1. Learn to communicate with your doctor and loved ones. Talk with your doctors on a regular basis so you can be informed of how to help your loved one deal with his illness. When you're at home, get into the habit of listening to your loved one and giving him advice on ways ...
Views: 1708 - Musings on Adam and Eve - by Submitted on May 09, 2009 from John CarisOver the years I have read all of the Christian Bible, some passages many times. As far as serious study and analysis, I have not yet progressed beyond Genesis 4. Yes, I am still seeking the deeper layers of meaning in the first four chapters of Genesis. It has been an intriguing journey, and ...
Views: 1708 - 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 - The Christian Recovery Movement Today--Growing or Going? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),The Christian Recovery Movement Today—Growing or Going? By Dick B. 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved Consider the Origins In two of our recent books, Dr. Bob of Alcoholics Anonymous and The Conversion of Bill W., we covered the seemingly-forgotten-yet-very-important origins of ...
Views: 1704(1 vote) - Easter and Prophecy - The Resurrection You Will Believe - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2013 from Rev Michael BrescianiApproaching Easter for 2013, it is apparent that each celebration of Christ’s resurrection from now on, has more significance than at any other time in history. The reason is simple; what is known as the “first resurrection” (Rev 20: 5, 6) is according to prophecy not very far away. Yes, this ...
Views: 1701 - "Freedom From Fear"-- "Turning Fear into Power" a republished one of a kind book - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2012 from Carl Tuchy PalmieriFor Immediate release "Freedom from Fear" is a metaphysical classic by Richard Lynch and republished by Twice Born Books. This classic was written by Richard Lynch, a distinguished Unity Minister who served in New York City during the 1930’s. It has now been republished, and enhanced with ...
Views: 1700 - Citizenship In The Kingdom Of FatherGod, Part 2 - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Rev. Terry Moore, Ph.D.[Colossians 1:13] Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son. The purposes of the Kingdom of FatherGod are two fold: (1) to help spread and establish Heaven on Earth (especially in the life of every believer), and (2) to provide ...
Views: 1699(7 votes) - It is in Experiencing God that Our Lives are Changed: Charles Price - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: It is in Experiencing God that Our Lives are Changed (from Charles Price) Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words/tags): Spiritual Growth, Faith, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Charles Price, Living Truth, Thoughts on Jesus, Empowerment, Quotations, Thoughts, Inspiration ...
Views: 1699 - How to Deal with Unexpected Difficulties - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2017 from Juan RosarioEven when we know that life tribulations are part of our daily life, sometimes we have the challenge of facing unexpected difficulties. These are like low blows that seem to take our breath out. I remember the occasion when we had to take my grandmother to the hospital because she was feeling ...
Views: 1698 - Is Your Spouse Cheating? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Angie LewisIs your spouse cheating? Sadly and amazingly enough this sort of behavior is going on in Christian marriages too! What can people do when they realize that their spouse has been unfaithful? First of all understand that this problem is not about “how you feel”. Your feelings are ok to have but ...
Views: 1698(1 vote) - Is Sexism Sin? - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from June Werdlow RogersAs an author of a book about the double standards that women face, my attention recently turned to the descriptions and reactions of Arizona Governor Janet Brewer’s long silence during a debate. Describing it as the “longest 16 seconds of my life”, Brewer seems to recognize the “freeze” as ...
Views: 1695(1 vote) - On Becoming as Little Children - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2012 from Mary WilkeyThink about it. Children are close to their parents. The younger they are, the closer they are, not only emotionally, but they are prone to stay close physically as well. As they age, most children separate themselves more and more from their parents, both physically and emotionally. This is ...
Views: 1695 - The "Mustard Seed" Project Starts Now - A New Way Out - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),The Maui Christian Recovery Resource Center a project of The International Christian Recovery Coalition P.O. Box 837, Kihei, Maui, HI 96753-0837 (808) 874-4876 or (808) 276-4945 DickB@DickB.com www.ChristianRecoveryCoalition.com The “Mustard Seed” Project Starts Now—A New Way ...
Views: 1693(1 vote) - If Easter is a Pagan Holiday, Who was Jesus? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockCAUTION: This article and the information it contains is not for Christians who simply believe and look forward to enjoying a peaceful Easter, which is such a beautiful, spiritual holiday. If this is you, please stop reading now. If you are still here, this article is for Christians and ...
Views: 1692 - 5 W Questions For the Story of “Israel Asks for a King” from 1 Samuel 8 - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2010 from Kathy VincentIsrael, Israel, Israel! Will they ever get it? Will they ever figure out that God wants to be their only King? That they can fully trust in Him for all their nation’s needs? First Samuel 8 is indeed a sad commentary on the level of trust Israel places in God. If it’s a king they want, it’s ...
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