You Cannot Advance By Looking Back
Jesus said that no man, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the Kingdom of God! Jesus was talking about once you have given your life to Him, you should not allow the former things of the world seduce you back from following Him. (Luke 9: 62) This is a great... More...
Book Review: Anne Rice: Christ the Lord Out of Egypt
This review is based on the paperback edition of Anne Rice's novel, 'Christ the Lord Out of Egypt'. I must admit that as a past reader of Anne Rice vampire novels, I was prepared for a different experience than what I encountered by reading this book. My son gave me my first Anne Rice... More...
To Know Him Is to Love Him
More years ago than I care to remember there was a popular song that went like this: "To know, know, know him, is to love, love, love him; and I do." It had a catchy tune and sounded romantic. After all, when you're in love with someone, you want to know all there is to know about that person.... More...
The 21st Century Church: The Call to Economic and Spiritual Legacy
From TIME Magazine to CNN's Anderson Cooper, the mainstream media is examining and calling into question the emerging ministry of some Christian churches: encouraging congregants to find inspiration in the Bible that will lead to economic development and legacy. Dr. Rodney Sampson, General... More...
Costa Rica and Religion
Religion in Costa Rica is extremely visible. Religious icons and symbols can be found in all public buildings, in all public transportation vehicles, and in almost every home in Costa Rica. At first glance, one might think that Costa Ricans are deeply religious people, but their religion is... More...
Five Baptism Gifts You Will Be Remembered A Long Time For!
Baptisms are tremendously special and celebrated occasions. They signify a step of faith and a lifelong commitment to God and goodness. Baptisms can take place from as early as infancy, others may occur at adolescence or even adulthood, and when an infant, child or person is deemed as ‘ready for... More...
As You Give, So You Will Receive
"Give and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give unto your bosom." (Luke 6: 38) That's such a wonderful verse about God rewarding what you give. If you give of your substance to God and your fellow men in need, it will... More...
Will the Apophis asteroid devastate earth in 2029?
Around the globe there are stories popping up about Apophis, the asteroid that is going to come very close to a collision with earth in the year 2029. Amateurs and scientists do agree that currently there is not a great threat that it will hit the earth it will pass very close in relation to... More...
Psychic Readings are Help from a Higher Source
Psychic readings can be anything from a tarot reading to a rune casting to astrology. A psychic reading can also be done without any divination tools. Basically, a psychic reading is when the reader tells a person, called the querent, the answers to their questions. The psychic reader uses... More...
I'm So Hurt! Why Should I Forgive?
Lives are shattered in an instant. Your loved one may be killed or maimed for life and the perpetrator is unrepentant. Yet, you are called to forgive! The first thoughts that may come to mind are: 'why should I forgive this person for such a horrible, willful act of violence!' Have you... More...
Have You Any Idea How Beautiful You Are?
When you look out of your eyes at everyone else and the world around you, you are only looking at your self - the variety and immensity of your self. Relax and let go of this one that you think you are. Bring your focus of attention to the one that is looking through your very eyes right... More...
Church Leadership: Five Keys To Success
So you've been asked by your church to take on a leadership role? You feel God's tugging but your knees are shaking. Don't worry! Here are five very practical and encouraging steps that help you be the leader God intends. Whether a Bible teacher, a small group leader or the facilitator of... More...
Touch Not My Anointed!
Imagine this. You're running for your life, in constant fear. A former friend has turned against you and now is intent on killing you! All of a sudden you're trapped; surrounded by your foe and a group of strong men. Your enemy, however, does not realize that you're within arm's length and,... More...
Twelve good reasons why one should study and learn Islam from the AICP / Habashis:
Twelve good reasons why one should study and learn Islam from the AICP / Habashis: http://www.talkaboutislam.com/ 1. The AICP are the only Jama^ah who strictly follow the leader of all the Awliya of our era, ash-Shaykh ^Abdullah ibn Muhammad al-Harariyy... More...
Using Christian T-shirts To Reach The Culture
We live in a culture in which slogans and sayings appear all around us. And T-shirts are probably one of the biggest marketing tools ever invented. There's no reason Christians shouldn't be part of this marketing trend with Christian T-Shirts. After all, we're in the marketing... More...