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- What Each ONE of Us Can Learn From the Character and Life of Jesus - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: What Each ONE of Us Can Learn From the Character and Life of Jesus Submitted by Craig Lock Key Words: Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, inspiration, empowerment The submitter's blog (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) is at ...
Views: 982 - Look into the Heart of Easter and See - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Look into the Heart of Easter and See Shared by: craig Tags: Easter, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, transformation, inspiration, forgiveness, reconciliation, New Zealand Herald Web site: https://www.xinxii.com/asresults.php?s4=craig+lock&sid=1 Craig's blog ...
Views: 951 - Salvation Bracelets A Solid Evangelism Instrument - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Bince OlearSalvation Bracelets A Solid Evangelism Instrument Salvation bracelet is also known as Christian bracelet that's used as an evangelism tool. This easy yet resourceful resource had been actually based on wordless book. It is consists of 5 various colors; black, red, white, yellow, and green. ...
Views: 2827 - Helping Backsliders and New Believers Stay Strong in Christ - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Michael Asante"Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; so hear the word I speak and give them warning from me." (Ezekiel 3:17, NIV) The individual Christian, the Christian leader or minister and the church as a whole have a responsibility towards the new believer and the backslider ...
Views: 4854 - Spiritual Growth and Daily Routine - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Jane RyanOur inner beings are like mirrors that should be regularly polished in order to shine. But as we go through our daily lives, it is often easy to forget how essential is our continuous spiritual growth. Some may take a break from their daily lives to conduct holy land tours or to explore other ...
Views: 2917 - Love Calls Out Naysayers - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Cheryl PetersenWhen people act on an opportunity, naysayers will show up as spectators and stop at nothing to prevent progress or create a general feeling of confusion. But who are the naysayers? Are they hazardous, or do they autodestruct? Is the naysayer outside us, or inside? Naysayers are not people per se ...
Views: 1460 - Comparative Religions and Political Correctness - The Seeds of an Enemy? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Rev Michael BrescianiIt is not easy to forget the answer someone gave me years ago when I asked about the fact that some religions predate the Judeo-Christian heritage by many years. The answer I was given was, “that is merely proof of mans persistence in idolatry.” It is hard to get anyone to have faith in a God ...
Views: 1114 - A Letter to the Friend that I have never Seen - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from cedric riceI just want to take this time and opportunity to write this article to the friend that I have never seen. One thing about life is that we can live for all of our life and think that we don’t have any friends but regardless of who you are you do have one friend that you have not seen. Thank ...
Views: 2765(1 vote) - The Miracles In Our Lives - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2011 from Menno SpijkstraUsually, we call an event a miracle when we think it is impossible for something to happen, right here and now. Miracles start to happen when we stop being apathetic or indifferent. Like anything or everything else, miracles also come in different and various sizes, some large and some small, ...
Views: 965 - Worship Training Really Pays Dividends - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2011 from Darin BWorship training ought to be a necessary a part of preparation for the worship leader. I have had 1000's of individuals attend my training seminars across the world and the feedback is that they have gained useful insights from the worship training which they might not have discovered by ...
Views: 757 - NFL Players Were Effected by the Nuclear Explosion in Japan ?? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from linda liAs Wholesale Jerseys news said that the Artificially radionuclide iodine – 131 was detected in some places of the earthquake and the nuclear explosion of Japan . if the environment get the radiation, their hearth will be effected . If the football players inhale the air or drink the water ...
Views: 1496 - The Celestine Prophecy's 12th Insight. - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from PD RiversI rarely write an article that isn't planned out to the inth degree. This one is one of those rare ones so if I seem a little disconnected, excuse me. I don't intend to be disconnected; the purpose of this article is CONNECTION; our's and God's. Have you ever read the Celestine Prophecy? It ...
Views: 3892(1 vote) - Stop The Madness! How Can Two Walk Together Accept They Agree! - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Ginger London,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: 1943 - Can an Unbeliever be Part of Your Worship Program? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Darin BAs a worship leader it is vital that you just take into account the query of whether an unbeliever could be part of your worship program. I am often requested this question when two situations happen in a church: there are few team members obtainable for the worship program, and the one that ...
Views: 808 - Leading Praise and Worship When It All Bombs! - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Darin B SweigertWhen you've got been leading praise and worship for any length of time you will notice that there are mornings but don't go properly! Even these experienced in leading praise and worship can have good days and bad days, but the large questions after you've got a day when issues do not go proper ...
Views: 670 - 40 Days to a Better Me: Day 12--I LIke Myslef - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Daniel ToopsOne of the most influential spiritual teachers of all time was Jesus of Nazareth. His teachings have inspired followers for the past two thousand years. His message of love and forgiveness has been shared on every continent and his words transcribed into numerous languages. And, each Sunday ...
Views: 1230 - Healing Rejection and Overcoming Self Hatred through Jesus - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2011 from Fred FishUnhealthy dangerous emotions such as self hatred can be overcome as we walk with Jesus Christ. Healing rejection and overcoming condemnation is possible as we learn spiritual principles for overcoming the wiles of the enemy. Learn more from online specialists who provide biblical truths for ...
Views: 3387 - What Do You Have? - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2011 from August FrancisMany of the saints of God are having difficulty and being fought by the enemy. This is not unusual because, if you are doing the will of the Lord, the enemy will not be your friend. Some are being fought more than others and some, seemingly heavier than others. I ask us all to be in prayer ...
Views: 1219(1 vote) - The Family of God - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Roger CrainI can recall a time in my life in which I felt God had forsaken me; He had turned away. It was during the latter part of the sixties when many of my kindred, that is, black people, felt a type of foreignness about this land which had wrought nothing but bitterness and strife for them. Yet, ...
Views: 1226 - Dinner Prayers - What Mealtime Blessings Bring to the Family Table - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Michael BrandonSaying 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: 1945 - 40 Days to a Better Me: Day 11--Welcome Diversity - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Daniel Toops40 Days to a Better Me: Day 11-Welcome Diversity “Paw-Paw, you white.” These were the words of my two year old granddaughter spoken directly to me eye ball to eye ball. Well, she was seated her car seat and I was making eye contact with her via my rear view mirror. Anyway, the statement ...
Views: 1144 - The Power of Biblical Prayer - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from cedric riceThere have been many articles written about prayer and they always affirm the power of prayer in the lives of Christian believers and even sometimes for nonbelievers. Prayer can be a powerful force when a true believer applies the power of God to the issues of life. When you pray you ...
Views: 1038 - Christian Blog Insight for Overcoming Hardship - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Fred FishEnjoy reading a Christian blog or Christian article that will connect you with the faith needed to overcome every challenge or hardship. There are impactful truths that will result in success available online. Hardships and trials can be overcome through faith in the word of God. The insight and ...
Views: 984 - 40 Days to a Better Me: Day 09--Get Rid of Fear - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Daniel ToopsA hurricane was on a collision course with Iberia Parish Louisiana. That was not uncommon. Numerous hurricanes have pummeled this portion of the Gulf Coast in the past. People in the low lying areas of Cypremort Point, Louisa and Weeks Island and moved further inland to evade the surge and ...
Views: 1225(1 vote) - 40 Days to a Better Me: Day 10--Bust a Move! - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Daniel ToopsHaving a dream is essential. Getting around the right people is necessary. Getting rid of fear is key. But until you bust a move—you’re only stating a preference. Over 1,800 years ago the Apostle James said that faith without works is dead (James 2:26 KJV). Those words have sparked ...
Views: 1494(1 vote) - 3 Ways To Have A Beautiful Mind, Starting Today - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Claire Vorster‘I think, therefore I am’ exclaimed Rene Descartes the famous French Philosopher. He could very well have said ‘How I think determines how I am’. Put it another way, you are what you think. Thoughts are extremely powerful tools that can determine not only our moods but also our decisions and ...
Views: 1798(1 vote) - Who Am I? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Debbie LapeyrousePeople have always asked questions about where things came from, including themselves. We like answers. In one of the most famous Bible scriptures (Exodus 3:14), Moses asked God who He was. Depending on which translation you read, the answer was: New International Version (©1984) God ...
Views: 923 - 40 Days to a Better Me: Day 08--Get Inspiration - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Daniel Toops40 Days to a Better Me: Day 08—Get Inspiration In an attempt to sell everything from dog food to cosmetics, we are inundated with a constant barrage of marketing. Advertising tells us that real luxury is driving this particular car. The magazine ads tell us that the fragrance they are ...
Views: 1321(1 vote) - 40 Days to a Better Me: Day 06--You Gotta Have a Dream - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Daniel Toops40 Days to a Better Me: Day 06—you gotta have a dream! The lyrics to an old song say “If you ain’t gotta dream, how ya gonna have a dream come true?’ The sad reality is, millions of people wander through life with no dreams, no hopes, no aspirations for anything better than what they currently ...
Views: 1323(1 vote) - Sharing Some Uplifting and Inspirational Spiritual Thoughts on FAITH (from My Notes in the "Little Yellow Book") - Part Four - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing Some Uplifting and Inspirational Spiritual Thoughts on FAITH (from My Notes in the "Little Yellow Book") - Part Four Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Inspirational Quotes, Books, new books, Jesus, Jesus Christ, peace, pursuit of peace, inspiration, words of ...
Views: 2003(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: 1308(1 vote) - 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: 1292(1 vote) - Is Christianity an Institution to Hoodwink and Control the Majority? - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with Vision"With all the controversy in the early first millennium about the nature of the personage known as Jesus Christ, such as the Council of Nicea of 325 A.D., the myriad of versions of the Bible, including the many 'mistake' Bibles that have deliberate or otherwise mistakes, and the many editings of ...
Views: 3239 - 'The Real Jesus: The Jesus I Know... and Love'. - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: 'The Real Jesus: The Jesus I Know... and Love'. Shared by: Craig Lock Key words: Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, Christianity, spiritual growth, "spiritual thoughts", empowerment . Web site:https://www.xinxii.com/asresults.php?s4=craig+lock&sid=1 The submitter's blog (with ...
Views: 845(1 vote) - 40 Days to a Better Me--Day 03--Money - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Daniel ToopsReligion in western culture has taught us that money is evil and wicked. Money is referred to as the root of all evil, filthy lucre, mammon, and many other names which associate it with Satan. But is it really? I mean think about it: Religion has taught us that poverty is a godlike quality. ...
Views: 1251(1 vote) - A.A., Charlie Sheen, and David Arquette - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),A.A., Charlie Sheen, and David Arquette By Dick B. © 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved This Is All about the News Accounts I believe it was the famous star and commentator Will Rogers who said: “All I know is what I read in the newspapers.” And, while I have 24-plus years in A.A., ...
Views: 2862(1 vote) - 40 Days to a Better Me--Day 02--Random Acts of Kindness - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Daniel ToopsI was asked the question why do Christians observe Lent. I explained that people use this time to reflect upon the sacrifice of Christ as they preparation of Easter. Many will give something up for one reason or another as to make God happy or deal with their guilt. Personally, I think the ...
Views: 2679(1 vote) - Seeing Into the Realm of Spirit - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2011 from Judy MillerFrom the first night in my first apartment I was aware of a man’s spirit entering the front door and walking up the stairs and into the kitchen. I never saw him, but I sensed and heard him at the same time every night. I didn’t want to alarm my roommate, so I didn’t mention it to her. After some ...
Views: 1671 - Lent 2011--Forty Days to Change My Life: Day 01 - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Daniel ToopsForty Days to Change My Life—Day 01 It is lent. I am not taking about the stuff that gets caught in the screen of your clothes dryer. I am talking about Lent in the Christian tradition. That period of the liturgical year that leads up to Easter. Through various acts of devotion such as prayer ...
Views: 1692(1 vote) - Express your Conviction by Wearing Christian T-shirts - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2011 from Karen WilliamsWhat makes human persons different from animals? First is our rationality. We have the most superior way of thinking for we do not act merely by instincts; we act by reasons. Also, we do not do acts simply because we need to or that we get incentives for doing it; we do acts because we chose to ...
Views: 1118 - 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: 1313(1 vote) - The Schizophrenic Jesus? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Father Dave"You have heard that it was said to those who lived long ago, 'You must not murder,' and 'Whoever murders will be subject to punishment.' But I say to you, anyone who is angry with his brother without a cause will be subject to punishment. And whoever says to his brother 'Raka!' will be subject ...
Views: 1503(1 vote) - Easter 2011 – Celebrate Resurrection of Jesus Christ with great Spirituality - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from rammanohar prasadEaster Sunday is a cheerful day for Christians because they trust that Jesus ascend from the dead on this day. They believe that Jesus Christ’s resurrection shows that death is not the end of everything. Many go to church to thank God for Jesus Christ’s life. On easter sunday, church bells have ...
Views: 1002 - Sharing some Spiritual Thoughts and Principles on Jesus from Neale Donald Walsh's book 'Tomorrow's God' - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing some Spiritual Thoughts and Principles on Jesus from Neale Donald Walsh's book 'Tomorrow's God' Author's Web sites (ND Walsch): www.newspirituality.org and www.HumanitysTeam.com Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): religion(s), Christianity, Jesus, Jesus ...
Views: 1059(5 votes) - Winning in Life with Jesus Attitude - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Harriet P. HarrisonHave YOU ever given any thought to how your attitude has affected your life and the lives around YOU? How good is YOUR attitude when things are not going YOUR way? When Jesus walked on earth, he possessed an audacious attitude among the people but yet showed compassion to their needs. ...
Views: 1099 - 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: 1835 - Only believe - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Faith AbrahamThe only portion of the Bible that will work for you is the portion that you believe. Although God sees our needs and feels our pain He does not respond to that. What He does respond to is faith. Faith is a direct byproduct of believing. What is believing? Believing is having the upmost ...
Views: 1605 - No Matter What - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Faith AbrahamOur God wants us to succeed. He wants the best for our lives. The proof of these statements are all over the Bible. Jesus coming from heaven to earth to die on the cross and rising again is tremendous proof. But even before then, God has displayed the desire for us to live well. Look at Adam ...
Views: 1572 - A "Book Review": 'The Third Jesus' (by Deepak Chopra) - Part Four - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A "Book Review": 'The Third Jesus' (by Deepak Chopra) - Part Four Submitted by Craig Lock Web sites: www.deepakchopra.com and www.rbooks.co.uk Key words: Jesus, Jesus Christ, Deepak Chopra, spirituality, spiritual growth, enlightenment, inspiration, empowerment, self help, self ...
Views: 1438 - A “Book Review”: ‘THE THIRD JESUS’ (by Dr Deepak Chopra) – Part One - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A “Book Review”: ‘THE THIRD JESUS’ (by Dr Deepak Chopra) – Part One Submitted by Craig Lock Key words (Tags): Deepak Chopra, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Christianity, spirituality, spiritual growth, enlightenment, inspiration Web sites: www.deepakchopra.com and ...
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