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- Do You Know Our Greatest Hope? How You Can be a Part of the Eternal Hope - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionI want you to picture a paradise filled with happy people who do not have a care in the world, for they do not need to toil under the hot sun for life's necessities. They have nothing to fear; no doors need to be locked, no children will be abducted, and no parent will pass away, leaving their ...
Views: 3122(5 votes) - Law of Attraction Evidence: 3 Ways to Tell It’s Working in Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from David HooperBy now you have probably heard about the Law of Attraction, but you may feel a bit uncertain about it. Is it real? Is it true that you can deliberately create your life just by changing your thoughts? Any experienced Law of Attraction practitioner will tell you that there’s a little more to ...
Views: 3119(1 vote) - Good Gleaners – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Kathy VincentUnless your children have grown up on a farm, I will guess they probably don’t have any idea what gleaning is. Have some fun with with this Bible object lesson taken from Ruth 2:17 which says, “So she gleaned in the field until even.” Here’s what you do: The object you will use for this ...
Views: 3115 - The Positive Effects of Affirmative Prayer - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Lacy S. PierceSince I currently have a job at Unity Village pending, over the past few weeks, I have learned more about affirmative prayer than I could have ever hoped to have learned in my lifetime, almost. To start with, affirmative prayer consists of, first acknowledging (or calling forth, if you will) the ...
Views: 3109 - The Lukewarm Christian - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Michael Asante"I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! So, because you are lukewarm--neither hot nor cold--I am about to spit you out of my mouth". (Rev. 3:14-16 NIV) God always knows the spiritual condition in which we are. He says, "I know your ...
Views: 3106 - Faith Healing and Hypnosis - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2012 from Tony SokolThe Washington State Supreme Court is going to hear the appeal of two parents convicted of homicide after opting for prayer over medical care when their daughter was dying of undiagnosed diabetes. In the same state another family prayed for their son who had a ruptured appendix, rather than ...
Views: 3055 - ***The Good GOD Versus the Evil Devil: Part 2. God and the Animal Soul - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Jerry PollockSummary: Our Animal soul is made up of both light and dark energy receptors that get activated respectively through energy coming either from our Divine soul or our evil inclination. The energy follows distinct energy pathways that are measurable. The animal soul is responsible for our good and ...
Views: 3054 - Take god care - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Adele McDowellIt started simply enough, a run of the mill typo. Instead of signing off with my usual “Take good care,” I had missed an “o” and written “Take god care.” I noticed right away, but opted not to correct my mistake. This was fun and, besides, I look for messages and meanings in almost everything ...
Views: 3039(2 votes) - You Get the First Fruits – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2010 from Kathy VincentHave you ever thought how generous God is to His children? Romans 8:23 says that He has given us the first fruits of His Spirit. He doesn’t give out leftovers to His family. No, Siree! He gives us the best of the crop. Here is a fun Bible object lesson to help your kids learn this ...
Views: 3005 - God’s Word Has Rhythm: Two Fun Bible Memory Verse Activities for Your Preschoolers - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2010 from Kathy VincentI don’t know about you, but I love putting Bible verses to music and sometimes I like putting a Scripture to a catchy rhythm. I think Psalm 33:4 lends itself nicely to a good strong drumbeat. In fact, when I read this verse I pictured my little ones “drumming” on their knees with their hands ...
Views: 2994 - What It Takes To Have Courage! - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2010 from Kathleen Lamoureux“Courage is rightly esteemed the first of human qualities because it is the quality which guarantees all others” – Winston Churchill This quote from Winston Churchill pretty much sums up the human quality of courage. My belief is that when you have the courage to do all the things in your ...
Views: 2942(2 votes) - ***How to Talk To God - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2009 from Arleen HannichIf you're not relating with God at the level you'd like, or if you're just plain "stuck" when it comes to praying, below are some suggestions you may want to consider. If you wish, you can incorporate one of these suggestions into your current prayer practice, or you can use one or more of the ...
Views: 2939(6 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: 2936(3 votes) - Death is a gift to the Believer - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear readers, Death is an absolute phenomenon will happen to every living being. It is impossible to run away from it. We should not be unwary from it. Death is the beginning of a new life. Afterlife is a new divine order where the divine justice shall be fulfilled. Allah notifies us through ...
Views: 2931 - Anyone for a Prayer Sandwich? - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from Mary WilkeyThis is a little formula for effective prayer that, if you will follow it, will bring about the desired results. For the first slice of "bread" in this sandwich, you are to "enter into His gates with thanksgiving and into His courts with praise." (Psalm 100:4) Acknowledge Who He is, e.g., ...
Views: 2915 - Is Israel, the Chosen of Yahweh God, Your Friend? - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionMillions around the world, of different colors, languages, and cultures, have received the Gospel of salvation through Jesus Christ. This Gospel is not merely good news, but the best news, for when you accept the Gospel, you will have accepted the gift of a lifetime, as only through Christ will ...
Views: 2910(1 vote) - 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: 2839 - 5 W Questions For the Story of “Jacob Steals Esau’s Blessing” from Genesis 27 - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from Kathy VincentHave you ever thought that Esau ended up with the short end of the stick? His brother outwitted and deceived him twice. With brothers like that, who needs enemies? But, believe it or not, God used this tangled mess of events to bring all glory to Himself even though Jacob was a master ...
Views: 2832 - Feng Shui Pair Elephant and Rhinoceros For Protection Against Violent 7 Star and Good Luck - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2017 from Divya MantraIn the sphere of Feng Shui, the indomitable pair of Elephant and Rhinoceros is the ultimate symbol of protection against robbery, accidents, enemies, office politics, business competitors and backstabbing. The undefeatable pair is the proven and trusted cure against people out to harm or cheat ...
Views: 2830 - God and Formula One: 'Beyond the Zone' (A New Book) - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: God and Formula One: 'Beyond the Zone' (A New Book) Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (tags/key words): God, Spirit, motor racing, Grand Prix drivers, champions, Ayrton Senna, faith, religious faith, mind, mind-power, the zone, ‘in the zone’, ‘beyond the zone’, empowerment, ...
Views: 2818 - Fight Your Life's Storms Through Faith in God and Jesus Christ - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionOne day, during his earthly ministry, Jesus and his disciples got into a boat to cross a lake. As they sailed, a violent storm suddenly raged, tossing the boat around like a toy and quickly filling it with water. Frantic, the disciples went over to Jesus, who was peacefully asleep in the stern, ...
Views: 2816(1 vote) - Learning Chinese food culture - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2012 from james tomaLearning Chinese should be established on the basis of in-depth understanding of Chinese culture. China has 5,000 years of history, the formation of extremely rich and deep cultural traditions. To Learn Chinese culture is a very effective way to learn Chinese. In traditional Chinese culture, ...
Views: 2815 - How to know we have been reborn in spirit - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Leslie MusokoEvery journey in life needs places of encouragement to keep us focused on making it to completion. A spiritual journey is no different and like any journey we make in life it also has its key markers that dictate to us what progress we have made. The difference between a spiritual journey and ...
Views: 2803(1 vote) - 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: 2782(1 vote) - Faith Opens the Way of Abundance - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2014 from Rev. John AdamsWhen faced with apparent financial lack, it is essential that you look beyond the appearance and see with your mind and heart, the abundance of God. This is what Jesus did when He multiplied the loaves and fishes and fed over 5,000 hungry people. Rather than focus on a few loaves of bread and ...
Views: 2778 - Living By Faith, Part 1 - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Rev. Terry Moore, Ph.D.LIVING BY FAITH, Part 1 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]. Other topics considered for this article are: A GOOD REPORT BY FAITH. FAITH ALWAYS GIVES A GOOD REPORT. BY FAITH. FAITH THINKS, ...
Views: 2777(7 votes) - Recognizing Synchronicity ~ Guidance from the Archangels - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Heather JacobyRecognizing Synchronicity ~ Guidance from the Archangels By Heather Fanjoy, ATP® While preparing for this topic I was continuously receiving the message that it is all of the realms of angels who facilitate our recognition of the synchronicities of life. In many instances, it is the angels ...
Views: 2775(1 vote) - Stand Firm in the Faith: A Super Bible School Activity for Memorizing I Corinthians 15:16 - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Kathy VincentI am so proud of our military and how day in and day out they are defending our country. These men and women are truly standing firm as they do their job with great passion and focus. Do your kids know that God wants them to have this same kind of passion and focus while being on duty for Him? ...
Views: 2773(1 vote) - The History of Prayer Beads in Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from sylvia smelcerNobody is certain when people began using prayer beads, but they’ve been employed in almost all religions for thousands of years. Prayer beads are used by Buddhists, Hindus, Christians, Muslims and many other religions. One reason for using prayer beads is that they allow people to keep ...
Views: 2769 - Spirituality: The True Essence of Our Being - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Randi FineThe word spirituality is often interchanged with the words faith and religion. Though they are interrelated, the terms have very different meanings. This article will specifically focus on what it means to embrace spirituality, and the many positive attributes of living a life that is ...
Views: 2762 - ***The Placebo Effect: Claim It - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Emily Erickson-SandstromThe laws of random distribution are not some theory; they are principles written in the same stone as the laws of physics. Actuaries, persons who calculate chances of things for a living (Really!), base your insurance premiums on the FACT that, when there is a hazard that could cause a ...
Views: 2739(4 votes) - ***The Placebo Effect: Claim It - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Emily Erickson-SandstromThe laws of random distribution are not some theory; they are principles written in the same stone as the laws of physics. Actuaries, persons who calculate chances of things for a living (Really!), base your insurance premiums on the FACT that, when there is a hazard that could cause a ...
Views: 2739(4 votes) - Hearing God's Voice - How to Know It's God - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Robert PedersenHow do you know when you're hearing God's voice? Perhaps you've been praying or meditating and you sense you've heard God's voice - but how do you know? I've been asked "Is God's voice a thought or an actual voice that we hear?" I'm not going to place limits by saying God's voice is one ...
Views: 2735(3 votes) - God and Science: What do You Believe God is Responsible for in Our Earthly World? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Jerry PollockSummary: Take the test. Are you an atheist, an agnostic, a humanist, a believer but not a good person, a believer and a good person, or a good believing person with absolutely no doubts about God? Can you define yourself in terms of God? You may have to do some soul searching. Take the ...
Views: 2708 - 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: 2707(8 votes) - In Our Heart of Hearts We Know; Facing Illness and Death - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Stephanie AltIn my heart of hearts’ means that you know or have known that something is true even if you have not been willing to admit it to yourself or others.” On the deepest level I believe we instinctively know when our health is in jeopardy and death is threatening; when our life force or the ...
Views: 2705(1 vote) - It’s OK to Touch – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Kathy VincentLifting weights has never been very appealing to me. And the saying – “No pain, no gain” – has never been on my list of top 10 quotes. Growing physically strong might not be your cup of tea either, but hopefully growing strong in the Lord is. Daniel 11:32 says this: “But the people who know ...
Views: 2699 - Using Faith and Self Belief to Achieve Your Goals - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Roy AylmerOf all our emotions, faith is probably the strongest. It is a state of mind that most effects the subconscious. This is important when it comes to putting your thoughts into action in everyday life. If you set yourself a task but are lacking the faith in yourself to complete it then ...
Views: 2678 - 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: 2673(7 votes) - 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: 2670(1 vote) - The Miracle Making Formula! - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Nanice EllisCreate Miracles Everyday with this simple 3 step formula: 1. Drop the Story Drop all your stories for the day. This means that you let go of the stories of how things have to be, the stories of how they have been before now, the stories of how things will be, the stories about what is ...
Views: 2665(1 vote) - Hope Quotes - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Tracing ABC Tracing ABCThese quotations will give you hope and build your faith. Hope is the road, Faith is the victory. Martin Luther – “Everything that is done in the world is done by hope.” Unknown – Don’t worry, the fog will lift. Me – “Hope is the raw material from which faith builds the ...
Views: 2663(2 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: 2655(6 votes) - Power to Forgive – A Fun Bible Object Lesson for Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Kathy VincentWill God forgive every sin you commit? If you are His child, the answer is, “Absolutely!” He loves you and His forgiveness is powerful enough to cover over every sin. Matthew 9:6 says this: “But I want you to know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins.” Here is a fun ...
Views: 2636 - The "Purpose-Driven" Apocalypse: The Book of Revelation as a Diagram for Christian Growth - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Friar Ted KleinThis is an outline for a Bible study I conducted in Autumn 2004. While Revelation has been used, rightly and wrongly, as a picture of early Church history, ongoing history, and the future, near and far, Revelation is also packed with references to Hebraic and Christian worship, is outlined as ...
Views: 2635 - Serenity through Life's Challenges and Faith - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Mahindra RajHi everyone, the last month for me, was filled with numerous experiences I perceived as challenges which tested the level of faith I have in my path, process and what I’m doing, and as such I felt compelled to write about this topic. I figure there are many more out there that are going through ...
Views: 2625(2 votes) - How to Follow your Wildest Dreams through Faith (from Inspirational Books by Dr NV Peale) - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Follow your Wildest Dreams through Faith (from Inspirational Books by Dr NV Peale) Submitted by Craig Lock Category (key words): NV Peale, Self Help, Personal Growth, Inspiration, Dreams, Faith Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs ...
Views: 2621 - The "Big Book" is a text! - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Patt MannaChapter 1 - Study of How It Works (p.13-15 Spiritual Infusion) Here is a simple study approach to use. I learned it when attending an Inductive Bible Study course. It involves three basic skills: observation, interpretation, and application. (1) Observation answers the question: What does the ...
Views: 2618(1 vote) - Making Miracles Happen on PURPOSE! - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Nanice EllisWhat makes miracles happen? It is simple. Miracles happen all the time but the human mind cannot perceive most miracles because "miracles" occur outside of the imagined boundaries that the mind has created in the context of a predetermined and particular reality. That is actually what makes ...
Views: 2589(1 vote) - Could you ever pray 50 times a day? Do you have a prayer life? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieTHE BLESSING OF PRAYER B: Boundless blessings manifest when prayer is the foundation of your life. Build the best foundations and bountiful life with prayer. L: Life is in the power of prayer. E: Express yourself at the highest level with extremely beautiful prayers. S: Seek out the best ...
Views: 2572(1 vote) - The Death That Brings Life - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionHere's a riddle for you: what death brings life? Answer: the death of Jesus Christ in our place. But how could Jesus' death bring anyone life? Why did particularly Jesus have to die in our place? Why die in our place at all? Finally, how should we personally respond to his death? Our ...
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