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- Should Christians Use The Law Of Attraction? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Mike MartinezThousands of emails poured into Oprah Winfrey's website after the February 8th show featuring "The Secret" and the law of attraction. Many wondered whether it was right for a person to use the law of attraction to direct their lives. Many Christians asked if it was a sin to use this law. The ...
Views: 23011(7 votes) - You Attract What You Are - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2010 from Daniel BrownIt's been said that, "To attract attractive people, you must be attractive. To attract powerful people, you must be powerful. To attract committed people, you must be committed. Instead of going to work on them, you go to work on yourself. If you become, you can attract." Many people want ...
Views: 20687(1 vote) - Realizing What It Means To Show Grace - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Jan MiesseTo show grace isn't about being kind now and then. Grace transcends little prayers at dinner and women named Grace. Grace isn't always about moving your body gracefully; it's a much higher calling. To be able to show grace fully is a tall order. Look for ways to shine your grace toward ...
Views: 20267(1 vote) - How Did the Gospel of Jesus Christ Spread from Jerusalem to the Uttermost Parts of the Earth? - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionThe Gospel of Jesus Christ started out as a small spark in the Galilean hillsides nearly two thousand years ago, but rapidly blazed across all geographical barriers to become the world's most well-known Good News in the history of humanity. A brief overview of how the Gospel spread will not only ...
Views: 19362(1 vote) - Deliverance From Unclean Spirits - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2008 from Rhonda JonesI believe there are two reasons we suffer from negative thoughts and toxic emotions. The first reason is our lack of control over our minds. The second reason is spiritual warfare. "For our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against rules and principalities, against wicked forces in the ...
Views: 18700 - Three Reasons Why Faith Is Important In The Christian Life - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Ginger London,Faith is essential to our lives as believers, and if you’ve ever wondered why faith is important this article will shed some light on the answers. It is the very foundation of our Christian belief. We begin our journey with the profession of our belief and faith in who God is. We believe by ...
Views: 18539 - 7 Reasons Why You Should Stay a Virgin Until Marriage - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Angie LewisSex between two married people is a very beautiful aspect of marriage. God has blessed us with the ability to give and receive physical pleasure with the one we are married to. But when we give ourselves to another before marriage, sex becomes something else altogether. 1) Lust and ...
Views: 17813(3 votes) - ADHD: A Deceptive Diagnosis - Is it a Spiritual Problem? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2008 from Johnny KicklighterAttention Deficit Disorder, otherwise known as ADD, has evolved over the years. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition (DSM-IV) identifies three main characteristics of the disorder: inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. While ADD stresses the inattention ...
Views: 13772(1 vote) - How to develop your God given ability: Intuition - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from shannon GilmourIntuition is defined as ‘instinctive knowledge’ or an impression. It is sometimes even referred as one’s inner guidance or voice. Whatever you choose to call it, intuition is unmistakable, as it seems to be a part of human design. It perhaps can be likened to one of our unnamed senses, and ...
Views: 12913 - The Ten Christian Principles For A Successful Marriage - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Greg BakerI’ve counseled and been the pastor of marriages for years. In all that time, I have come to realize what makes a successful marriage. Any marriage, and I mean any marriage, that follows these ten principles will be successful. Yes, these are Christian principles. Here are the Ten Principles ...
Views: 11838(3 votes) - How to Tell if It's Real Mother of Pearl or Just Pretty Plastic - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Barbara TaylorMother of pearl is incredibly popular in the Middle East, making it a huge part of many of our most popular Holy Land gifts. That very popularity has done what greed and the desire for profit usually do, however, and encouraged many mother of pearl retailers to begin manufacturing "fake" mother ...
Views: 11091 - Woman: The Gift from God to Man - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2008 from Dr.Glyniel GarnerEverything that God made, He made it to be a giver as Himself. The sun gives, light and heat, the flowers give off a sweet fragrant in the air, bees give honey, and the clouds give shade and rain. When God created man in His image, He made a man that was not able to give anything ...
Views: 10590 - 7 Steps to Marriage Reconciliation - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2010 from Michael and Wanda CollinsHere are 7 steps to marriage reconciliation that will prayerfully put you and your spouse back on the right track. 1. Swallow Your Pride - The Bible says, pride comes before the fall. That means pride will always lead to your destruction. In this case, the destruction of your marriage. So ...
Views: 9636(2 votes) - Christianity And The Power Of Now: Incompatible? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2008 from Floyd BogartWith all of the hoopla over Oprah Winfrey's "New Earth" webclass with "Power of Now" author Eckhart Tolle, it is no surprise that many in the Christian community are quick to paint Mr. Tolle's teachings as unChristian if not downright evil. Is this accurate? Is it fair to paint Eckhart ...
Views: 9462 - How to Prosper Financially God's Way - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2013 from Philip JonesLike so many people on the internet I have tried a number of ways of making "big" money on the web and yes, I have made at least one bad investment. There is more than one money making formula out there. Some formulas are good and some not so good. God knows more than a little about financial ...
Views: 8791(3 votes) - Where Did Evil Come From? Why Is Evil Permitted on Earth? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionHave you ever wondered where evil came from? Did Jehovah God Almighty create evil? No, of course not; Jehovah did not create evil itself; evil results only when His principles are not followed. Evil is simply the absence of goodness, just as darkness is the absence of light. Long before ...
Views: 8357(4 votes) - How to Overcome Fear God's Way - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2013 from Philip JonesHow to overcome fear God's way? Jesus Christ redeemed you from the curse of fear according Galatians 3:13. To overcome fear God's way and overcome all the attacks of the spirit of fear you have been given mighty divine weapons: prayer, thanksgiving to God for answered prayer, the name of ...
Views: 8332(8 votes) - How to Overcome Your Inferiority Complex God's Way - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from Philip JonesI developed a terrible inferiority complex growing up, but not because I was ugly or had some physical defect. No, I had an alcoholic father that abused me with words that created in me very low self esteem. But one day that all began to change. I got saved. And God being the merciful person He ...
Views: 8130 - Emotional Adultery: How Husbands and Wives Disrespect Each Other - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2010 from Angie LewisHow Husbands Disrespect Their Wives Husbands who stare at, or flirt with other women may not think they are being disrespectful, but it is very hurtful to their wives. The bible talks about this in detail about how a man is to love his wife. “Husbands, love your wives just as Christ loves the ...
Views: 8019(3 votes) - A Spiritual Garden to Grow an Everlasting Fruit: How Can You Cultivate It? - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionAre you a gardener? If you are, you know that growing colorful flowers and crunchy veggies require your love, care, time, and effort. You need to work the soil to make it just right for the seeds, water them regularly, and patiently wait for nature to do its work. When I was around eleven, I ...
Views: 7729(3 votes) - Ingredients to a Good Christian Marriage - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2008 from Dr.Glyniel GarnerMarriage is hard work. In order for marriage to really work, God MUST be at the center of the relationship. We are unable to know how to love our spouse unconditionally, unless we have God's love and know of His love. There will be ups and downs in marriage. After 22 years of marriage, I have ...
Views: 7692 - Goodness of Jehovah God: How Can You Reflect It in Your Life? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhen you wake up each morning to the sweet melodies of birds, how do you feel? When you admire the spectacular spectrum of sunsets, are you awed? When sunlight warms your skin and gentle summer breezes softly kiss you, are you not delighted? Do you not enjoy the fragrance of wildflowers, the ...
Views: 7570(3 votes) - Christ's Sacrifice: What Is Salvation? Why Did Jesus Have to Die to Save Us? From What Are We Saved? - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhat is salvation? Why did Jesus Christ have to die in order to save us? And from what are we actually saved? Answers to these questions are the foundations of the Christian faith, and our eternal destiny entirely lies in knowing the answers. First off, it is necessary to read the Old ...
Views: 7507(5 votes) - Create Your Own Beatitudes - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Vera SnowLast Friday, I attended something called the Spiritual Spa at the Carondelet Center in St. Paul. I was hoping to get some time to just relax, draw, journal, whatever. I ended up getting some of that and so much more Before lunch, we, the Spiritual Spa participants, were invited to collect ...
Views: 7157(1 vote) - Understanding The Afterlife Under A Christian Perspective - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2007 from Ligia Houben“Christ died for our sins in accordance with the scriptures, and that he was buried, and that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the scriptures.” Corinthians 15: 3-4 Human beings ...
Views: 7155 - Render Your Heart / Not Your Garment: What does the Bible Say about This? - by Submitted on May 11, 2013 from Joan MaynardThe intention of this article is to shed some light on a famous passage of scripture. But before I do so, let me first ask two challenging questions: 1. If we were called to see the Queen of England, what would be our attire? Most definitely, If I received an invitation to see someone of ...
Views: 6861(1 vote) - Benefits of Submission - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2011 from Kemmy OluleyeQuote ‘Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.’ Eph 2:21 (NIV) True strength lies in submission which permits one to dedicate his life, through devotion, to something beyond himself. - Henry Miller “Man is a feeble creature, to whom only submission and worship are becoming. ...
Views: 6850 - Who Made the World? – True or False Bible Quiz Questions for Genesis Chapter One for Elementary Kids - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Kathy VincentThe story of creation found in Genesis Chapter One is absolutely marvelous! How blessed we are to have a God who cared enough for us to surround us with amazing beauty even though we are sinners. God is truly good and everything that He makes is good. Here are fourteen true or false Bible ...
Views: 6722(1 vote) - The King James Bible/ Jehovah Is Not God's Name - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2008 from Jim ReidWhen I was a kid, I was sick a lot. I missed many days of school. More of those days than I wish to remember were spent in a steam tent in virtual isolation. This was in the days before television, and radio only had kid programming on from four to six P.M. My mother kept me occupied by ...
Views: 6596 - Hallowed Be Thy Name: How Do You Glorify Jehovah God Almighty? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionTeaching his disciples how to pray to God, God's beloved Son, Jesus Christ, began the model prayer with, "Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name." (Matthew 6:9, American Standard Version) When we pray "Hallowed be thy name," we are seeking sanctification and glory for God's ...
Views: 6584(3 votes) - How To Hear God's Voice - That Still Small Voice - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Robert PedersenHearing God's voice is the desire of many - but few seem to feel that it's their personal experience. Why is God's voice so difficult to hear? Or is it? There are some verses in 1 Kings 19 - I encourage you to read the entire chapter to get a feel for the context - but I'll paste in a ...
Views: 6465(2 votes) - The Relationship Between Easter And Passover - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Hila HeapsChristians around the world are preparing to celebrate one of their most important holidays - Easter. This is a time when they remember the suffering and the triumph of their Savior, Jesus Christ. Easter is a time when Christians remember and acknowledge the life, death and resurrection of ...
Views: 6078 - How to Overcome Lack and Debt with God's Word - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2013 from Philip Jones"Is not my word like as a fire? saith the Lord; and like a hammer that breaketh the rock in pieces"(Jeremiah 23:29 KJV)? How to overcome lack and debt with God's Word?God's Word spoken in faith, like a sledgehammer, can demolish any rock of defeat including lack or debt in your life and can ...
Views: 6032(2 votes) - Why is the Deity of Christ So Important to the Christian Faith? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Bobbie McKeeJesus’ message was entirely about the Father and not about himself. He did not make an explicit and overt claim to deity. He did not say in so many words “I am God.” What we do find are His claims to his deity. For example, Jesus said that he would send “his angels” (Matthew 13:41); ...
Views: 5961 - Are We Created? If So, Do You Know Your Creator by Name? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhen we admire a beautiful painting, we know a gifted painter is behind the masterpiece. When we drive by a brick house, we know skilled builders must have built it. And when we talk on the phone, we are grateful for its invention. But when we see a blossoming rose, a rainbow after refreshing ...
Views: 5921(4 votes) - My Wife Left Me: Christian Advice - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Michael and Wanda CollinsThe phrase "My wife left me", has become a common phrase echoed in many Christian homes. While the phrase itself is grammatically small, the implications behind it are rather large. Why on earth would a Christian wife simply pack her belongings and walk out? Well, there are a number of reasons ...
Views: 5907(3 votes) - Humans Made in the "Image of God"--What Does That Mean? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionThe very first two humans were made in the image of God. But what does that really mean? Made in the "image of God" simply means that people are spiritually like Jehovah God Almighty to some extent. He has given humans some of the spiritual aspects He has: the ability to think and reason, an ...
Views: 5888(3 votes) - THE THREE ANOINTING - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Mutinda KisioTHE THREE ANOINTING SPEAK OF a) Justification : our being forgiven b) sanctification: purity of heart c) Authority and power: God wants us to enjoy the fruit of all three anointing in our lives and ministries. Let us examine some men in the bible who enjoyed this “triple anointing” or “full ...
Views: 5785 - Tarry Until God Comes - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from Rhonda JonesThe other day I was having a conversation with a friend regarding the lack of spirituality in the church. I was telling my friend that I had spent over 20 years being a faithful member in one church or another. I participated in many groups and committees, was on the witnessing team, ...
Views: 5698 - Why Is It Important to Know Jehovah God Almighty, Our Heavenly Father? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWe often focus on the question: "Do you believe in God?" Yet we seldom go on to the crucial question: "Why is it important to KNOW God?" Why do we desire or need to identify that there is a Creator? Why is it important to know Him? We have the longing and the duty to know the one and only ...
Views: 5690(2 votes) - Jesus, My Captain – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Kathy VincentI’ve never been on a cruise ship, but if I ever did go, I would want Jesus to be my Captain. No matter the water or weather, I would know that I would be safe. Romans 8:28 says this: We know that in everything God works for the good of those who love Him.” Life can bring along stormy ...
Views: 5686 - How To Lose Weight God's Way - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2013 from Philip JonesGet to the Root Cause Yes, He wants you to lose weight God's way. It is not God's will for your life to be hindered and shortened by unwanted weight gain. God wants you trim and healthy. He has given you the solution to this weight problem in His magnificent manual for healthy living, the ...
Views: 5623(1 vote) - Self-Assessment for Christians - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Quentin GessnerSelf-Assessment for Christians Sub-Title: “Striving for Excellence through the Power of the Holy Spirit On the day of Pentecost Peter explained the outpouring of the Holy Spirit as foretold in the Old Testament, Joel 2:28 “I will pour out my spirit on all people”, and Isaiah 44.3 “I ...
Views: 5557 - Believing in God: What Does It Really Mean and Involve? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionDo you believe in Jehovah God Almighty? If you answered "Yes," your answer would match about half of the human population, because Christians, Muslims, and Jews, all believe in the same God, Jehovah (though Muslims use the name Allah for God). While I do not doubt the depth or strength of ...
Views: 5465(3 votes) - Dating vs. Godly Courtship - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Angie LewisWhen we look at both of these styles of “getting to know people” and “having friendships” at face value, it appears they are the same. But Godly courtship is far superior to dating because it is scripturally sound and does not hurt people. Dating is a worldly, cultural way to meet people for ...
Views: 5408(2 votes) - 12 Daily Affirmations For Christian Leaders - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Marnie Swedberg1. I am uniquely created by God for a specific purpose. God created only one model with my exact DNA. He specifically selected my parents, siblings, race, nationality, mental capacity, physical features and time in history. Like any responsible artist, architect, designer or inventor, God ...
Views: 5386(4 votes) - Are Your Prayers Being Answered by God? If Not, Do You Know Why Not? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionPrayer is communication with Jehovah God Almighty; it is a two-way conversation. So when you pray to your Father in heaven, He will answer you according to His will. However, there are hindrances to prayers--things and behaviors that will prevent an answered prayer. Here, let us briefly go ...
Views: 5360(6 votes) - 5 W Questions for the Story of “The Birth of Jesus” from Luke Two - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Kathy VincentThe births of my two children were two of the greatest days of my life, but their births could never compare to the amazing birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The birth of Jesus may be the greatest story that could ever be told. A virgin mother, the King of all kings sleeping in an ...
Views: 5358 - Prayer for Peace of Mind Don’t Let the Devil Stop You! - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Kelly Ann EversPrayer for Peace of Mind Don’t Let the Devil Stop You! Regardless of the circumstances, regardless of the pressure, regardless of the delays, don’t let the devil stop your progress. You know God has spoken to you, His word has resounded in your mind over and over. You dream about it, you ...
Views: 5347(1 vote) - Christian Finances in Marriage - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from Michael and Wanda CollinsWhen it comes to Christian finances, some mistakenly have the idea that the separation of 'his' and 'hers' continues even after the wedding ceremony. But trying to keep 'his' and 'hers' from mingling leads to all kinds of problems with marriage and money. In a Christian marriage, there is no ...
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