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- True Worship: What It's All About, Really - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionGod 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: 1985(1 vote) - Trust the Trustworthy to Triumph over Tragedy! - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with Vision"Help! Please don't leave me here." Joseph's muffled cries rang out from in the pit. He couldn't believe that his elder brothers could actually cast him into this hole. They wouldn't leave him here, would they? They just couldn't. "Help!" "C'mon, don't mind him," said one brother. "Let's eat; ...
Views: 2454(1 vote) - Understanding the Religion of Christianity and World Religions - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Daniel BrownThe religion of Christianity and world religions all come down to one thing… a need to believe in a higher power for different reasons. Even though there are many religions Christianity stands out in two different ways. Here are two major facts concerning the religion of Christianity and ...
Views: 1212(1 vote) - Uplift Your Spirit with Inspirational Books with Clothing and Accessories - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2025 from Chiranjit RoyWith the world becoming a race-track, it can be challenging to be rooted in faith. However, surrounding yourself with positive effects can lead to a strong difference. Whether from reading uplifting content or expressing its faith through fashion, the involvement of self -confidence in daily ...
Views: 175(1 vote) - use free meditation scripts to calm the mind and relax the body - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Michael AdekanmbiStress is something that everyone in this modern world has to undergo because of the extensive pressure in their work place and their personal life and to come out of these hell like situations there is only one solutions is to look for guidance from the free meditation scripts which can be ...
Views: 3143(1 vote) - Way, Truth, Life Dice: A Super Bible School Activity for Memorizing John 14:6 - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from Kathy VincentJohn 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: 1885(1 vote) - We Need to be More Than Merely a Collection of Needs - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2010 from Tor ConstantinoAs Americans we spend a lot of time and energy satisfying various appetites. Many people enjoy a good meal, a good glass of wine or breathing in a fine cigar on occasion. Taking those appetites or needs a step further, it’s safe to say that many married, consenting adults enjoy the emotional ...
Views: 1531(2 votes) - What Do Muslims Believe about Jesus? (from 'Basic Principles of Islam') - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Craig LockArticle Title: What Do Muslims Believe about Jesus? (from 'Basic Principles of Islam') Author: Mohammed F Thompson Submitted (with permission) by: Craig Lock Category (key words): religion, Islam, Jesus, faith, beliefs, peace, spiritual, spiritual growth, spiritual unity, unity of religion ...
Views: 2590(1 vote) - What Does God's Voice Sound Like? - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Carrie GandhiJust the fact that we know that we hear is useless unless we actually recognize it is Him. Many of ask, " What does His Voice sound like and how can I know it ? Can I be assured that He is speaking to me?" Well, having some distinguishing marks will help you to discern when it is indeed Lord's ...
Views: 963(1 vote) - What Does The Bible Say About Love? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Josh WileyThe Bible has so many awesome passages and quotes on the topic of love. God’s love for us is one of the first things that we should understand about what the Bible says on love. There are so many more great quotes and lessons to be learned from the Bible on the topic of love. Here are five ...
Views: 3833(1 vote) - What Happens When We Die – Before and Three Weeks After (Part 2 of 2) - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Tiffany Snow(cont. from Part 1) In a life review, what we experience is the direct cause and effect of what we have done to others. Where you have showed unkindness, you will feel how it felt to the people you were unkind to, and from them how your interaction rippled out to others – all of it you will feel ...
Views: 1532(2 votes) - What to Wear While Going to Church - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2019 from Kalyna KapurVisiting a church is more like going on your first date. In terms of visiting a church, you are going to meet God to share your happenings. In terms of men and women, both have a different dressing format for the church. When it comes to men, you will have a wide selection including coat ...
Views: 784(1 vote) - Where was I thinking? (Where are your thoughts taking you?) - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Daniel ToopsHave you heard the expression “his brain is in neutral”? I take that to mean that a person’s brain is running, but going nowhere. There are lots of revving, smoke, vibration, allusions to power, and great expenditures of fuel, but nobody is going anywhere. It is a shame, but we all have met ...
Views: 2289(1 vote) - 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: 1884(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: 979(2 votes) - Who is Your Shepherd ? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2014 from Emily DeCarloSomeone recently called from another state. She was struggling with family resentment, criticism and outright lies against her character. Often in counseling sessions, I will ask questions to cut through the maze and get to the heart of the matter. This case was no different. I asked her very ...
Views: 1611(1 vote) - 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: 6834(1 vote) - Whose Slave Are You? - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhose slave are you? Before you protest and say you're nobody's slave, understand that we're all slaves to one thing or another. Do you know that "you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey?" (Romans 6:16, NLT) In other words, we are slaves to whatever controls us (2 Peter ...
Views: 2461(1 vote) - Why Are You a Sinner? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionQuestion: Why is every person a sinner? Answer: To answer this question, we need to understand how sin entered our world by reviewing the spiritual condition before and after the first man, Adam, sinned. When the first man Adam was made, he was perfect and sinless since he was made in the ...
Views: 2674(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: 2342(1 vote) - Why Jesus’ Life is Important Beyond Religion - Karmic Redemption and Ancestral Bondage - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Tiffany SnowNo matter what religion you are or in what culture or part of the world you live in, the life of Jesus has changed your life. This also includes all who never heard about him and who have ever lived or died upon the planet. And it has nothing to do with man’s concept of religion. How so? How ...
Views: 2138(1 vote) - Why Should Christians Obey God's Commandments? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2015 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionQuestion: Why should Christians obey God's commandments? Answer: Why should children obey their parents? The answer to this question is partially the answer to the question posed. The purpose of obedience to God's commandments is twofold: a) It shows that you love Yahweh your Heavenly ...
Views: 1975(1 vote) - Why You Should Choose Specific Dress Code for Church - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2019 from Kalyna KapurIt’s a long time discussion as what should you wear to a church. Well, there is no specific answer to this query, but the Church Suits are highly recommended above all the other options available in the market today. There are no restrictions on what you can wear to a church, but you are ...
Views: 706(1 vote) - Wrong Way, Right Way: A Super Bible School Activity for James 5:20 - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Kathy VincentHave you ever seen someone go down the wrong path or street? I bet you wanted to yell, “Stop!” The truth is, there are millions of people going the wrong way everyday. Instead, they should be heading toward Jesus who is the only way to the right way. Do your kids know that they can take part ...
Views: 1592(1 vote) - Yahweh God's "an Eye for an Eye": What Does This Principle Mean, and Does Jesus' "Turn the Other Cheek" Contradict It? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2012 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionQuestion #1: Yahweh (Jehovah) God Almighty operates on this principle in His justice system: "You must take life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot, burning for burning, wound for wound, and bruise for bruise." (Exodus 21:23-25). What does this principle ...
Views: 3850(2 votes) - Yahweh the Name of God - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Tom MartinThe common argument that any name is acceptable for calling on the heavenly Father not only violates the sanctity of Yahweh’s revealed, personal Name, but also is an assault on True Worship. Now a push to unite all worship into monolithic, New Age religion is accomplishing its goals in the ...
Views: 979(1 vote) - You Are Greater Than You Think - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2010 from Ivan CavricBeing an Ordained Minister it is my choice to refrain from public preaching and preparing regular sermons. Most of my opinions are expressed in writing. I consider this as a privilege because I am not held to any timetable and can truly focus on those matters that I consider should be shared. ...
Views: 2662(1 vote) - 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: 20832(1 vote) - Alcoholics Anonymous Origins and Early History:What the Searchights Reveal (Part 3) - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Alcoholics Anonymous Origins and Early History What the Searchlights Reveal Part Three By Dick B. © 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved Darkness, Be Gone! Let There Be Light If there is one thing I believe for sure about Alcoholics Anonymous, as I have experienced A.A., for ...
Views: 3976(3 votes) - Got an Empty Heart? Want to Fill It? - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionDo you feel fulfilled? If you have spent time trying to find fulfillment in material possessions, in traveling and sightseeing, in good food and fine clothing, in fame and power, have you been able to find what you're looking for? If not, do you know why not? Delicious food leaves us patting ...
Views: 2929(3 votes) - Where Is FatherGod? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2010 from Rev. Terry Moore, Ph.D.WHERE IS FATHERGOD? The following scriptures assure us that our Loving Heavenly FatherGod is always present with us HIS Children. Therefore, we are always in HIS presence and have access to HIS help at all times. [Ephesians 4:6] One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through ...
Views: 2648(6 votes) - The Blessing Of Abraham - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Rev. Terry Moore, Ph.D.The Blessing of Abraham belongs to us as FatherGod’s Children and what a wonderful blessing it is. Some may say that this is just my opinion and is too good to be true, so that is why I have included a variety of scriptures in order to let FatherGod and our Lord Christ (Messiah) speak for ...
Views: 3150(8 votes) - ***Can Your Faith Move Mountains? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Margaret GoodThe other day I wrote an article on the arithmetic equation for having our prayers answered. A + B + F = C or affirmation plus believing plus forgiveness equals conclusion or answered prayer. Today I would like to concentrate on B or believing. What is meant by believing? The most common ...
Views: 2188(2 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: 1365(2 votes) - Achieving A More Fruitful Life - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from S.A. AbrahamThe Gift of Free Will Do you want a life that’s filled with physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being? Because we have the gift of free will, ultimately, we decide the thoughts, words, choices, and actions that determine our lives. This is due to the fact that naturally and ...
Views: 1540(2 votes) - Christian Recovery Resource Centers Worldwide News - 23 Centers Now Established - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Christian Recovery Resource Centers – Worldwide As of January 1, 2011, this web page will be used in part for publishing contact (and other relevant) information about individuals, groups, and organization which become “Christian Recovery Resource Centers” affiliated with the International ...
Views: 2938(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: 4022(2 votes) - HEALING HEARTS - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Ken ThomRecently, I got into the car to make a quick trip to the store. I popped in a CD, Michael W. Smith’s "Healing Rain." The second track on the CD is the song "Healing Rain." As I listened to it, the Holy Spirit came over me so strongly that I began to weep. I have always believed that this is ...
Views: 2471(2 votes) - Healing Spiritual Shame - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2012 from Ken ThomAs I’ve previously stated, shame significantly impacts our spirituality. This is usually the most challenging area for shame-based people. Spirituality is found deep within our core: the deepest level that humans operate from. The ability to live in peace and harmony is a function of our ...
Views: 3297(2 votes) - Old School A.A. and Old School A.A. Groups Today - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Old School A.A. and Old School A.A. Groups Today Dick B. © 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved Reflections and Suggestions about Pioneer A.A. that Could Help You! Utilize "Old School A.A." Approaches Today There is no real substitute today for beginning with one-on-one sponsorship, ...
Views: 2699(2 votes) - Please help us place this valuable edited manuscript copy of DR. BOB and the Good Oldtimers - AA History of immense importance - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2013 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),Your Help, Please, With This Extraordinary Edited Manuscript Copy Of DR. BOB and the Good Oldtimers Will you, or someone you know, please help us find a steward and home for the large, edited manuscript copy of DR. BOB and the Good Oldtimers This exact copy was acquired by my deceased friend ...
Views: 2343(2 votes) - Suggested Guide for Recovery Groups: "Old School" A.A. Pattern - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Richard Burns, J.D. (pen name Dick B.),A Suggested Guide for Recovery Groups and Meetings Patterned on Early AA Dick B. © 2011 Anonymous. All rights reserved P. O. Box 837 Kihei, HI 96753-0837 (808 874 4876) email: dickb@dickb.com URL: http://www.dickb.com/index.shtml Introductory Comment For the past three of four ...
Views: 3296(2 votes) - Tewnty Twenty Vision - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Terry WeberWhen I get up in the morning, I put my glasses on and find myself wearing them for the rest of my waking hours. I'm used to them I guess, but it sure would be nice if I didn't need them to correct my vision. Fact is, I have no choice. If I want to see what's going on around me I have to wear my ...
Views: 1254(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: 3684(4 votes) - What Christ/Messiah Accomplished For Us - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Rev. Terry Moore, Ph.D.It is always appropriate to remember the numerous things Our Lord Christ/Messiah accomplished for us during His Death, Burial and Resurrection. Therefore, we Christian Believers are: Children of FatherGod (1John 3:1-2). Ambassadors for Christ/Messiah (2Corinthians 5:20 ; 6:1). Like ...
Views: 2701(8 votes) - What Happens When We Die – Before and Three Weeks After (Part 1 of 2) - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Tiffany SnowWhy are there so many stories of dying people seeing their loved ones around them when no one else can? If death is imminent such as in a fatal accident, does the spirit leave the body before the trauma occurs? Do good and evil people end up with the same experiences of death? Is death the same ...
Views: 2435(2 votes) - You Are Spiritually Responsible For Your Spiritual Growth - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2016 from Ginger London,What is Personal Growth and Getting Yourself Together? There are many people in our society today that are very unhappy or unsatisfied with their lives for one reason or another. Whatever reason they have for being unhappy, there is undoubtedly a way to change it. Sometimes it requires a ...
Views: 1534(2 votes) - Citizenship In The Kingdom Of FatherGod, Part 1 - by Submitted on Sep 02, 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. A desire to be a good citizen of the Kingdom of FatherGod should be one of the main Spiritual focuses of our Christian life. HIS Kingdom is the framework that we ...
Views: 2667(7 votes) - 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: 1836(7 votes) - Citizenship In The Kingdom Of FatherGod, Part 3 - 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. 1. Citizen Privileges and Benefits in the Kingdom of FatherGod. Each Kingdom citizen has full access to every good thing in the Kingdom. WE HAVE AN INHERITANCE! ...
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