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Who is God? Some might reply the 'Maker' others the 'Judge' and so on. We seem to have these ways of speaking of God in incomplete and partial truths that leaves one wondering what the true nature of God really is. On one occasion Jesus was called good and his startling reply was, 'why do you ... Views: 1745
TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES
Many people happily enter into marriage with the hope that it will last a lifetime. Unfortunately, some couples are so preoccupied with the immediate benefits of marriage that they fail to thoroughly weigh the realisms involved in a lifetime commitment. Upon examining my ... Views: 1744
A simple scan of current events, a gander at the online or TV news will leave you reeling in disbelief. Never before have newsmen and reporters been so highly lauded for the work they do. Yet in the end it is like the adage; water, water everywhere but not a drop to drink.
The nature of news ... Views: 1744
Article Title: A Book "Review": Building Bridges: Christianity and Islam (by Fouad Elias Accad)
Submitted by: Craig Lock Category/Key words/ Tags: Building Bridges: Christianity and Islam , Fouad Elias Accad, Religion, Islam, Jesus, Faith, Beliefs, Peace, Spiritual, Spiritual Growth, ... Views: 1740
Saying dinner prayers is a tradition that has been around for centuries. Christ himself set a good example to follow by giving thanks and blessing the food before eating.
Parents want to teach their children that it is important to pray, but finding time to be together as a family can be ... Views: 1740
Saints have fourteen unforgettable characteristics that distinguish them, and when even just one of these traits are observed in someone, that observation prompts us to exclaim, "He/She is a saint!"
As we read about these fourteen traits, we might think that we can become saintly too by ... Views: 1740
The christening ceremony or the baptism is one of the major rituals that the Christians follow. On this day the parents of the infant make a commitment to the officials of the church. However, it is being celebrated in a very unique way nowadays compared to how it was carried out before. The ... Views: 1739
Quotes
‘...Beware! Don’t be greedy for what you don’t have. Real life is not measured by how much we own’ (Lk 12:15 NLT).
‘It seems to be a fact of life that when I want to do what is right, I inevitably do what is wrong.’ Rom 7:21(NLT).
’Be the change you wish to see in the world’ M. ... Views: 1737
I have heard it said by many Jewish people “where was God when 6 million Jews were killed during the holocaust?” Why did God turn his back on His own people? Why would God who performed many miracles in the days of old suddenly just stop helping His people? This is the question I am going to ... Views: 1735
“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: 1729
Faith 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: 1722
John 14:6 is probably one of the most beloved and memorized Bible verses of all time. It says, “I am the way, the truth and the life. No man comes to the Father accept through me.” Simple, but most profound. Help your kids memorize this amazing Scripture by playing this very fun Bible school ... Views: 1722
Do you know God? If so, do you know Him intimately? And how should you respond to your knowledge of Him?
We can know someone in two ways: impersonal knowledge and personal knowledge. To know someone impersonally is to know of the person's existence, their name, what they do, where they live, ... Views: 1720
One 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: 1718
God Brags, “Declaring the End from the Beginning”? Six Impending Events from the Book of Genesis
Summary: The Bible has a chiastic structure, like a chasm—we crawl into it on one side and up out of it with events in a mirror image of the way in. This article looks at how God “declares the end ... Views: 1717
CONSISTENCY
Anchor Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16
“Thus saith the Lord, stand in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and you shall find rest for your souls. But they said. We will not walk therein.”
Consistency
“Thus says the Lord, ... Views: 1716
Many 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: 1715
Millions think that Jesus literally flew up into the sky to God, who was working things like a puppet master from a place somewhere up there called heaven. They get the idea from the Gospel of Luke and its second volume, the Book of Acts. Both are actually one single work in two volumes, which ... Views: 1712
Do you have an idol in your heart? Now, before you say no, let us define idolatry and see what it means today.
In ancient times, idolatry was the worship of idols or the use of idols to represent the "gods" people believed in. Such idols were carved images in various forms made of stones and ... Views: 1710
Wouldn’t you love to know exactly how to pray so that all your needs are met? So often we pray, hoping that God will hear us on time and come through with the miracle we need so desperately.
Everyone has been given the measure of faith (Rom. 12: 3), and all you need is faith the size of a ... Views: 1709
I love trees! If I wasn’t a Christian, I would probably be a full fledged tree hugger! I always picture trees as standing tall unto the Lord giving Him all the praise for their life. There is a beautiful Scripture found in Psalm 104:16 which says, “The cedars of Lebanon which He hath ... Views: 1701
Forgiveness is a concept rooted within faith. In the Bible forgiveness is the most crucial concept, the basis for relational healing within community and with God. Lives are transformed as hope takes the place of guilt, anger, loneliness, and fear, as relationships are restored, and the love of ... Views: 1697
"To err is human; to forgive, divine."-Alexander Pope
This parable stars two children; however, if we adults examine our hearts closely I think we'll find bits of William and Hannah hiding somewhere deep inside them.
William and Hannah were next door neighbors which served them well, since ... Views: 1696
In the previous three parts of this series, we discussed the source and direction of power available to Christians. We learnt that Jesus promised the Apostles that they would receive power from on high when the Holy Spirit falls on them, and saw that this actually happened just as Jesus ... Views: 1694
Personally, I am tired of seeing Westerners adopting an Eastern stance for Personal Growth and Connecting with Spirit. This comes across to me as an unnecessary rejection of Western Practices and their ability to bring us to Source. I’ve been a Psychologist for almost 30 years now and my days ... Views: 1693
Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do the bad people of this world seem to have it so easy and how come they are not being punished? Why does God allow His Christian people to suffer? Doesn't God care for His people? Has God turned His back on us?
These are some of the questions ... Views: 1690
Let's begin. "For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith" (Mark 11:23 ... Views: 1688
LONG 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.
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Here are some extracts from the manuscript craig is currently ... Views: 1688
As we all feel the pinch of these economic times here are a few tips for making the most of the dollars we spend everyday.
Clip Coupons on and off-line. – Most of us have access to the internet but for those of us who still prefer the hardcopy newspaper this is a tip which will work for all ... Views: 1686
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The Crab Effect - by Dr. Emily DeCarlo (The DeCarlo Institue for the Healing Arts)
Excerpt from my book: "The Crab Effect" The subtitle of this book is "How to Handle the Haters in Your Life". One thing that is incredibly evident when one sets out to follow the path and purpose that God has ordained for his or her life is that with certainty, there will be haters trailing ... Views: 1686
Amos 3:3
Do you find yourself repeatedly having heated conversations with someone you are in a relationship with?
Have you ever been involved with someone who was all wrong for you and not realized it until months or even years later?
Have you had a habit of mistaking drama and tension ... Views: 1682
LIVING BY FAITH, Part 3
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 2
Appendix A - List of Scriptures Referenced In Living By Faith Parts 1 and 2.
[Hebrews 11:1-3] ... Views: 1678
This subject has been debated and discussed time after time. It appears that many have walked away from the discussion with some sense of uncertainty on what to do. I will attempt to bring clarity to this subject.
After Christ’s resurrection he gave his disciples specific instructions in ... Views: 1677
My heart once soared with joy
and I touched the realm of peace,
And now I dwell in the perils of evil
Reeking with temptations, turmoil and havoc.
Broken, shattered, distressed.
Dreams laden with desolation haunt my nights
As they turn into endless days.
They are one in the ... Views: 1676
I'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: 1672
It 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: 1671
Stop everything you’re doing and write down these principled ways for reconnecting and restoring the broken bonds with your spouse. Apply each of these principles every day until you have completed them all. Don’t worry about what your spouse will say or do, just do these steps for yourself and ... Views: 1671
Discouragement is probably one of the biggest life tribulations we need to face on a regular basis. It doesn’t matter how successful we have been in the past; we will need to confront discouragement at some point in our life. Before teaching how to overcome discouragement to some good friends of ... Views: 1665
Now 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: 1658
Do you feel like you are caught up in the same old routine day after day and feel like you're getting nowhere? Do you feel like you are capable of having more, doing more, and being more?
When we get the fact that God created us as human "beings" (not human "doings"), we will begin to ... Views: 1657
We are now proceeding to the climax of this series of articles on the power of God in us. As we have seen in previous parts, the power comes from God, through the Holy Spirit, after we repent of our sins and receive the salvation of Jesus Christ. Having the power of God is not for personal use ... Views: 1654
All 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: 1653
In 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: 1650
God 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: 1649
No, hellfire does not exist but hell does. Torture by fire does not exist as you can only guess how this does not apply since there is only a God of Love. There is only separation from Father, that is the true hell. Hell does exist, hellfire does not! We have been redeemed by Jesus Christ, by ... Views: 1648
“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: 1646
We all love the “just do it” slogan for Nike, we all love that leap of faith, don’t we?
Some may say “Yes!” and some of you may say “No!”, and the good news is… this is for all of you!
Let me make something very clear today, you are putting your faith and taking a “leap of faith” every ... Views: 1645
[Colossians 1:13] Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son.
As discussed in Part 4, in order to put on the new man we must first, understand the three-fold nature of FatherGod’s Children, which are: Holy Spirit, Soul and Body, ... Views: 1644