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- What Rahu-Ketu houses in Horoscope tells you? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2020 from Sri TulasiBest position Rahu is in the 3rd House & Ketu is in the 9th House This is seen to be an auspicious combination; due to Rahu being a natural malefic and Ketu being quite settled in the ninth house due to its affinity with Sagittarius. With this combination you can have the best of both ...
Views: 791(1 vote) - Where The Spirit Of The Lord Is, There Is Freedom! - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2007 from Ann StewartWhat do you think of when you hear the word freedom? Obviously everyone pictures it completely different, right? You may imagine doing anything you would love at any time without any hindrance of finances, time or ties. You would not notice any angry, envious or judgmental glances; nor would you ...
Views: 2256(1 vote) - Where was God in Haiti? - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Kristine TimpertWhere was God in Haiti? By Kris Timpert This quote in bold print "Where was God in Haiti?" took up an entire page of a newspaper I saw this morning. The article went on to discuss the suffering of the religious people in the world. All those people who have been waiting for a savior. ...
Views: 2091(7 votes) - Where’s Moshe? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Rabbi Simcha WeinbergIn December 1974 the Austrian economist Friedrich August von Hayek received one of the first Nobel Prizes in economics. Hayek titled his speech “The Pretence of Knowledge.” Concluding his speech, he warned, “If man is not to do more harm than good in his efforts to improve the social order, he ...
Views: 675(2 votes) - While Many Have Left Organized Religion, There's Still an Interest in Spirituality - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from Dr. Steve McSwain,There is in everyone the longing to know intimacy with the Divine. The only difference between people is that a few are aware of this longing, while most are not. For those who are not, life is a constant challenge, even a frustration, as they search for God everywhere but the one and only place ...
Views: 3145(1 vote) - Who Is Jesus Christ? (Revisited) - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Ely ShemerWhile in Caesarea Philippi, Jesus Christ asked His disciples who people thought He was. And they answered him, some said John the Baptist, Elijah, Jeremiah or another prophet. Probing further, Jesus wanted his friends to tell him who they thought he was. Simon Peter answered that Jesus was the ...
Views: 891(2 votes) - Why Do You Think the Church is in a State of Crisis? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from Dr. Steve McSwain,The church today appears to be more lost than the world it's trying to save. One reason is that the church has so wedded itself to western culture that Christians today look and live more like the culture around them than the Christ before them. The irony is, while the church almost continually ...
Views: 2210(1 vote) - Yalama Scientology! Thank You! One Volunteer's Story - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Linda WielandIn December 2007 a team of seven Scientology Volunteer Ministers traveled to Uganda to help flood victims. More than 300,000 people were displaced, their food crops and livestock destroyed by the effects of months of heavy rain. Working alongside emergency workers and volunteers, the Volunteer ...
Views: 2596(1 vote) - YESHUA is YHVH's Plan for Salvation - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Erica KarasYeshua Ha'Mashiach is YAH's Plan for Salvation http://youtu.be/A9dWTU-atHE Yeshua and the New Covenant http://youtu.be/0Qj8tpEU7OI In the beginning G-D made man. "Then God said, "Let us make humankind in our image, in the likeness of ourselves; and let them rule over the fish in the sea, the ...
Views: 4360(1 vote) - A Test of Faith - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Faith, no matter what your belief may be, is a very powerful thing. People have their own ideals about what God truly is and what he/she does. There are days when you get hit with all the bills, then some unexpected things happen, car breaks down, an unexpected doctor bill, etc., and it tests ...
Views: 1494(3 votes) - Fighting against Black Magic Spells - by Submitted on May 15, 2010 from David AzulaiBlack magic is a dark art that is used by people who want to achieve their evil goals by controlling the powers of nature. In most cases such goals contain an evil intention which harms innocent people. The power of black magic spells is quite impressive and may be too dangerous for a common, ...
Views: 15486(3 votes) - 7 Reasons Christians Should Consider Sarah Palin in 2012 - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Rev Michael BrescianiAt the writing of this piece Sarah Palin has not yet announced to the nation that she is going to run for President in the 2012 election. When or if she does, her name will not be alone on the republican ticket, in fact a lot of names will be on the ticket, some very worthy names. The names ...
Views: 1258(2 votes) - A Buddhist’s rethinking of the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Sunada TakagiAs a pragmatic Buddhist, I felt a lot of skepticism when I first encountered the Law of Attraction (LOA). Many things I’ve seen really stretch my credulity. But the more I think about it, the more I see nuggets underneath the hype that make sense to me, if reformulated a bit. While I wouldn’t go ...
Views: 1648(2 votes) - Alcoholics Anonymous and First Century Christianity - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),A.A. and First Century Christianity Dick B. © 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved Early A.A. Was Consistently Called “First Century Christianity.” Why! Two elements stand out when it comes to what the early Christians did. Daily: Mark 14:49 is one of the many instances where Jesus ...
Views: 1942(2 votes) - Divination: What Is In Store For Your Future? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2014 from Raven StormWhat is Divination? Divination is the art of seeing into the future or seeing events of someone's life. This is not a simple art. One must be intuitive when it comes to Divination. This is just one of many methods besides tarot reading. Divination is also a type of Scrying. Many objects can be ...
Views: 1621(2 votes) - 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 ...
Views: 3870(2 votes) - The 13th Apostle - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Ely Shemer“The Twelve”: That is the designation commonly given to the first followers of the historic Jesus. The original 12 followers, or Disciples, are listed by name in the New Testament account written by the Evangelist Matthew. Following the death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus, they would be ...
Views: 3580(4 votes) - The Dharma is free and it matters not what school you study in - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2019 from Merlyn SeeleyThe Dharma is free to all, its part of the Buddhist belief that no one should be allowed to pay for the Buddha’s teachings. It was never meant to be used to make a profit, it was meant to change the world. The Buddhist literature and all Dharma materials are free to anyone, if not then it’s not ...
Views: 1243(2 votes) - Who is the Holy One of Isra'el? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2013 from Erica KarasI started calling G-D the Holy One of Isra'el in 2007. I had never heard of this name for G-D before growing up in a Catholic Church. Christians are taught more from the New Testament than the Tanakh (Old Testament). Therefore, I was ignorant of this name for G-D. I thought this was a name that ...
Views: 3571(2 votes) - Why Some Religions Are Dying While Others Are Thriving - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2010 from William CottringerWhy Some Religions Are Dying While Others Are Thriving By Bill Cottringer “Religion is to do right. It is to love, it is to serve, it is to think, it is to be humble.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson. If you want to know a real secret worth knowing about success, look at the religions today ...
Views: 2181(2 votes) - ***Skeptics are Fanatics in Reverse--The Theology of Disbelief - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Emily Erickson-SandstromSkeptics are Fanatics in Reverse—The Theology of Disbelief Lately I have been encountering self-professed skeptics. Their writing reminds me of the hot prose of fanatics, which got me onto this train of thought. Then I think 'There is more to it.' I invite someone trained in theology to ...
Views: 3434(5 votes) - FatherGod's Power - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from Rev. Terry Moore, Ph.D.Our Loving Heavenly FatherGod’s Power is within us HIS Children and is thus always available for us to use at all times to bless our families and all of mankind. Please read the following scriptures to confirm this for yourself. Matthew 28: 18-20] 18And Jesus came and spake unto them, ...
Views: 2122(8 votes) - Across The Globe - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Womens Recreation, Inc.From across the distant lands, and to the distant seas, you don’t know me, but I wish you peace. Through times of uncertainty and life’s hardships; hold tight to your faith, you will get through it. I wish I could carry your weight, but you are stronger than I. I hate the thought of war ...
Views: 1514(3 votes) - Crystals & Healing in the Buddhist Tradition - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Ashley LeavyThe beliefs about crystals within the Buddhist tradition are incredibly varied. There are numerous references to crystals in Buddhist texts, manuscripts, and mantras (phrases which invoke power or are used for prayer). The most widely known of these is the Tibetan Buddhist mantra, “Om mani ...
Views: 11313(3 votes) - 5 Life Teachings you can learn from Lord Ganesha - by Submitted on May 15, 2020 from vivek choudharyBrass Ganesha idol, the Elephant deity, is not only the Lord of early stages and remover of problems but also an educator if you disburse secure concentration to the tales of Hindu legends. Also recognized as Ekdant, his stories shape an essential part of Hindu mythology and converse immense ...
Views: 666(1 vote) - 12 Encouraging Bible Verses About Faith - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Nate AtkinsFaith is incredibly important to the Christian walk. Aside from the fact that it is our faith in Jesus Christ that saves us from eternal death, it also opens the doors for the gifts of the spirit; healing, miracles, casting out of demons and evil spirits and many more. There are many times in ...
Views: 1851(1 vote) - A Different Perspective - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Rabbi Simcha WeinbergFrom that moment the screaming began that continued for three days, and was so terrible that one could not hear it through two closed doors without horror. At the moment he answered his wife realized that he was lost, that there was no return, that the end had come, the very and, and his doubts ...
Views: 888(1 vote) - A.A. Literature Frequestly Mentioning God, His Son Jesus Christ & the Bible - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Announcing! The New Dick B. and Ken B. Book A.A. Literature Frequently Mentioning God, His Son Jesus Christ & the Bible The Long-Overlooked Big Book Personal Stories ________________________________________________________ ISBN 978-1-885803-51-1 Copyright 2012 Anonymous. All ...
Views: 1518(1 vote) - A.A., the “Higher Powers,” and the New Thought Compromise - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),A.A., the “Higher Powers,” and the New Thought Compromise Dick B. © 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved My Search for the Curious Nonsense “gods” Floating Around Recovery Talk As many know by now, my searches for the history of A.A. began when a young man told me when I was three years ...
Views: 3869(2 votes) - Are There Two A.A.'s? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2010 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Are There Two A.A.’s? Dick B. © 2010 Anonymous. All rights reserved Present-day AAs—members of the fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous—certainly can’t be divided into two A.A.’s or ten A.A.’s. At least not the AAs that I met in April of 1986 when I entered the rooms. Nor the AAs I have ...
Views: 1671(3 votes) - Are We Saved By Asking Jesus Into Our Hearts? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Collin TreneryWe have all heard the saying spouted over and over from so-called evangelical Christians: "Would you like to go to heaven? Then pray a prayer and ask Jesus to come into your heart." There's only one problem: This is not found anywhere in the Bible. Not once was anyone in the Bible told to ask ...
Views: 747(1 vote) - Blessings Are God-Given to All People - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Jim FargianoBlessings are God-given to all people on this planet. What we do with them is a matter of personal choice. It is important for you to understand that a level of protection always awaits you and is always given. Angels are alive around you too! We approach the subject of blessings because we ...
Views: 1218(1 vote) - Buddhist study: Guidelines for being a good person part 1 - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2019 from Merlyn SeeleyThe Buddhist “Guidelines for Being a Good Person” was written by ancient Chinese sages. There will be eight parts to this study so if you have not yet subscribed to the column here please take a moment to do so. Just find the subscribe button near the author's photo and click it, no spam will ...
Views: 3288(2 votes) - Change Your Mind – Change Your Destiny—Here’s Great News! - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2016 from Richard RuhlingWilliam James, the father of modern psychology said that the greatest discovery of our time is that we can alter our lives by altering our attitudes. So what attitude do we need to alter most? Most likely it’s our attitude toward the Creator of the universe who seems like a vengeful tyrant ...
Views: 1011(1 vote) - Christians Embroiled in a Crisis of Faith - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Curtis SagmeisterAND THAT’S MY TAKE… (CHRISTIANS EMBROILED IN A CRISIS OF FAITH) © 2010 by Curtis Sagmeister. All Rights Reserved. While the Nation of Islam welcomes a huge and rabid surge to the Muslim faith, and the Jewish faith enjoys an insular growing population, the Christian religion struggles to ...
Views: 923(1 vote) - Could you ever pray 50 times a day? Do you have a prayer life? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieTHE BLESSING OF PRAYER B: Boundless blessings manifest when prayer is the foundation of your life. Build the best foundations and bountiful life with prayer. L: Life is in the power of prayer. E: Express yourself at the highest level with extremely beautiful prayers. S: Seek out the best ...
Views: 2450(1 vote) - Dealing with superstition - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Chantal CookeAre you superstitious? Do you avoid making plans for Friday 13th? Or perhaps a black cat crossing your path makes you nervous with apprehension? So how do you deal with superstitions – especially if they are affecting your life? Chartered Psychologist Graham W. Price has helped many ...
Views: 1287(1 vote) - Does God Have a Purpose In Sending People To Hell? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Collin TreneryThe concept of hell is very offensive to many people these days and has resulted in some "Bible Believing" organizations and churches removing the doctrine of hell entirely from their teachings. Their argument is that a "God of Love" would never send someone to hell to be tortured for an ...
Views: 1579(1 vote) - End of the World? - Serious Error of Predicting the Day or the Hour - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2011 from Rev Michael BrescianiChristian leaders and pastors are proclaiming their disdain for prognosticator Harold Camping for his latest end of the world campaign, some with disgust while others are ridiculing and condemning him outright. The rest of the world is spreading rapture humor around the media like a ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - Every Man for Himself - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Rabbi Simcha WeinbergSay the word and I’ll turn you loose I got mine now you get yours Just like you I’ve got my price Sure is nice that someone paid I’ve got my ticket out of here But for you, I fear, it’s much too late It’s nothing you can blame me for In love and war It’s every man for ...
Views: 1193(1 vote) - Fellowship: you were formed for God's family - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2003 from Rick WarrenGod wants a family, and he created you to be a part of it. This is one of God's purposes for your life, which he planned before you were born. The entire Bible is the story of God building a family who will love him, honor him and reign with him forever. Because God is love, he treasures ...
Views: 9810(1 vote) - Five Essential Things That Might Help You For Hajj 2011. - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Nabil KunwarWe have compiled a list of five essential things that should help you and keep you comfortable while you undertake this rite of passage. Book a Hotel Nearby Booking a hotel which is in a close proximity of Hajj 2011 will take a lot of trouble out of the trip. Journeys from further out will ...
Views: 962(1 vote) - FUTUROLOGY: THE NATURE AND FORM OF 21ST CENTURY - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaIn today’s modern times a new branch of science has emerged called “Futurology” or science of the future. This branch of science after analyzing and gauging contemporary situations infer what shall happen in future. It is true that on the basis of present times at least a little bit of future ...
Views: 1238(1 vote) - GOD’s Kindness & Devotion - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from ChandraShekhar KarwaSYNOPSIS: The article focuses on visualizing the kindness of ALMIGHTY GOD at all times in all circumstances. At every moment & all times, we continue to receive shower of GOD’s kindness. But we can visualize this kindness of the ALMIGHTY only through our “devotional eye”. We will never be ...
Views: 1037(1 vote) - He Who Obeys The Prophet (saas) Obeys Allah - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Harun YahyaAllah charges everyone with obeying the prophets He has sent. These messengers were blessed men who abided by Allah's commands, communicated His revelations, represented the human model most pleasing to Allah by means of their words and actions, in short by their whole manner of living. Allah ...
Views: 1424(1 vote) - How To Accept Gay Marriage As 'Normal' - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Elizabeth Lucye RobillardThank you for taking the time to consider these words closely. This is never an easy subject as someone is nearly always going to be offended by anything that's written about homosexuals, however; If the truth offends you, that's actually not a problem for anyone else, as most of us prefer ...
Views: 3224(2 votes) - Investing For Christians - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2012 from Adrian GentryHistory clearly shows that most people’s advice will cause you to lose faith and money, especially from so-called experts in the financial industry. It’s even more difficult for Christians not to follow investment advice from these same experts. So what do we do? We truly need unbiased sources ...
Views: 871(1 vote) - I’m going to Hell, who’s coming with me? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2015 from Ilya TeslerWhat would you say if I told you that there is someone in the sky, watching you, while you sit and read this post? Well, if you were an extremely logical person, you’d probably laugh in my face and call me crazy. However, that wouldn’t be acceptable. You see, believing that there is someone in ...
Views: 1158(2 votes) - Jagdish Tytler:Sardar Surender Singh's Confession - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from ravi vermaSardar Surender Singh, son of Sardar Ajit Singh, was the Granthi of the Gurudwara Pul Bangash at the time of the Anti-Sikh Riots of 1984. He was a religious Priest, and was present in the Gurudwara (Temple) Pul Bangash on 1/11/1984, He was asked by certain people to stake a claim for the losses ...
Views: 1483(2 votes) - Just What is the Pastor's Role, Anyway? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2010 from J. Val HastingsAt every church, there is usually a Board of Directors or some other governing body that hires the pastor, creates a job description and a set of expectations for that pastor, and evaluates how the pastor is doing in their role. These expectations are laid out to the pastor, of course, but ...
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