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It is an interesting study when looking at the word ask in the Bible. Jesus encourages us to ask and at first we might think well of course we ask Jesus for things all the time but when we honestly contemplate it there are things like pride and fear that do prevent people from asking Jesus or anyone else for that matter for assistance. Pride is a major obstacle that stops people asking for help. I don't need help they say. I can sort this out on my own and as such they go away relying on their ...
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TIPS FOR SINGLES ON SURVIVING (AND ENJOYING) THE HOLIDAYS Here you are, facing the holiday season alone. Have you been thinking about? *how alone and lonely you feel *excuses you can give family members as to why you can't come this year *what friends may be available to spend those long days with *how another year has passed and you are (still) single *how unfair it is that everyone else seems so happy and connected *how you will handle the office holiday party- single, take a friend, not ...
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THE WEST'S INTRUSION INTO THE LAND OF THE PATRIARCHS'NOTHING BUT TOTAL VICTORY! The West's fascination with the Holy Land'the 'Beautiful Land' or 'Glorious Land' (Daniel 11:41)'be it for 'hidden/material' or 'prophetic/spiritual' treasures, has climaxed at the apex of the modern era in America's most recent intrusion into Iraq. The last Caliphate, the Ottoman Turks, collapsed at the close of World War I. On December 11, 1917, British Field Marshal, Edmund Allenby, dismounted, and walked ...
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Living on purpose. It's a growing, evolving process. It takes focus, clarity and regular reflection. Here's one story about a client's evolution and effort to stay on purpose. Paul is doing some incredible things. His business bottom line is up and stronger than ever. There are new opportunities on the horizon allowing him to live his dream and in many ways he's on the leading edge in his industry. I met Paul four years ago. He was referred to me when I was making marketing calls to businesses ...
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Sandals have been a common footwear since thousands of years ago. In fact, even before Jesus was born, a lot of Romans have already been accustomed to walk around in public with a footwear to protect their feet amidst long, tiring walks and rough terrains. Nevertheless, the oldest type of sandals offered just enough protection to the feet and were most likely to fall apart over a short period of time. By the time Jesus was around, people started to get acquainted and become more conscious ...
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Are you looking for an exciting new craft for your homeschool group to do for Easter? You may want to consider Memory Cross Easter Coloring cards! A Memory Cross is a four panel interactive card that is designed origami style. They unfold to reveal selected bible verses. Most are bright and colorful and are used to share the gospel and aide in Scripture memorization. The creator, Pastor Andy Lambert, originally intended them to be used in children's sermons to tell bible stories. He was ...
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It's absolutely vital for any kind of success! You must have a goal, or, to use the scientific term, an objective. And it is the first step. I've proved it. It's the foundation upon which all your actions - all your consequent actions - will be established. It's the first ingredient of a magic formula. There's no magic about it, of course - it just works like magic. It's the first step that unleashes - or begins to unleash - a creative force available to every and any human being. You've ...
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Churches are one of the most poor institutions in any area, and they depend on their follower to help them raise income to keep their programs current and the doors open. Fundraisers are really popular among the kids followers to help them go on mission trips as well as raise cash for projects and other happenings such as pageants and community outreach programs. Here are some strategies that you would use to help your church raise income.   A excellent old fashioned bake sale ...
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Christian Place (www.christianplace.co.uk), today announces the launch of its online music and bookshop. The shop will feature hundreds of books and music as spoken and written words carry meaning and have an impact on everyday lives. They can help to learn, they can help to grow, they can help to heal, and they can help to laugh. Sharon Dziruni, the Business Manager at Christian Place, explains: " You will find words, thoughts and teachings through books and music. These words give us new ...
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Just in case you were thinking I can't relate to what you are going through there was a two and a half year period in my life where I went through a Christian divorce. During that time I lost 85% of everything I owned , was denied access to my kids, cried for at least an hour everyday, was kicked aside by my church, was falsely accused, lost my job, was dragged through the courts, paid out unjust amounts of money, almost went bankrupt, and seriously pondered suicide daily with detailed plans of ...
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