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Just Stop It Already!
2008-03-29 11:07:00 Some years back, a brother visited his pastor to seek counseling for a matter that’s been weighing on his soul for some time — he just couldn’t resist doing certain things that he knew displease the Lord. Without fail, he would go through this full range of the most self-pitying emotions and come lament to ... More About: Christianity , Stop , Temptation , Bob Newhart
Persevering To The End
2008-03-29 10:00:00 My thanks go out to Sidharth of Imrah Ministries and Understand Cancer for his kindness in awarding this blog with the Perseverance Award . The Perseverance award is to “… acknowledge those bloggers who have invested their very life in their blogs so as to encourage, build and warn others.” Hm… that sounds like I’ve got no life ... More About: Blogging , Blog , Fellowship
Bible Rewrite Includes Binge-Drinking Goliath And Sex-Obsessed Adam
2008-03-28 06:20:00 Goliath was a celebrity binge drinker, and Adam was obsessed with Eve’s naked body — according to a retelling of traditional Bible stories by an Anglican vicar.1 The Must Know Stories, written by the Rev Robert Harrison, feature a reworking of the top ten Bible stories, which were chosen in a poll by the Christian charity ... More About: Christianity , Garden , Scripture , Drinking
Forget What You?ve Learned About Getting Rich, Here?s How!
2008-03-28 04:55:00 No gimmicks (though some props like gold dust might be useful)! If you have some knowledge of theology (even if it’s bad), have read the Bible at least once from cover to cover or even just some choice verses (it doesn’t matter, really), you are in place to have all that you covet beyond your wildest ... More About: Christianity , Humor , Rich , Dummies , Satire
The Seven Churches In Revelation
2008-03-27 12:49:00 I have never really studied the warnings given to the seven churches in Revelation in depth. Neither have I held strongly to a view whether these warnings were meant to just be given to the seven churches that were present during that time, or if that they also point to warnings to future churches. Some believe ... More About: Christianity , Church , Churches , Philadelphia , Smyrna
Shocked, Speechless, And Praising God
2008-03-26 18:00:00 When Karen and I knew that we were to trust the Lord on His purpose for giving her such a heavy heart until she wrote her testimony down, we had no idea what the purpose(s) would be, and how He would surprise us. We just saw that Christian Research Network (CRN) highlighted her testimony… I was ... More About: Christianity , Blogging , Testimony , Speechless , Roman Catholicism
Be A Man, Do The Right Thing!
2008-03-26 12:55:00 That line comes from a performance by one of my favorite comedians Russell Peters but, jokes aside, it gives occasion to think about what the role of men is in today’s world is, especially in the Christian context. I have always maintained that, outside of the workplace, we continually see manhood eroded by society where men ... More About: Christianity , Clint Eastwood , Fathers , Husbands , Sons
My Wife’s Testimony — An Ex-Roman Catholic’s Journey From Darkness To
2008-03-25 11:55:00 Foreword: I thought I’d give a little background into how this testimony came about, because it simply demonstrates how often God works wonderfully in us and there’s only goodness when we submit to His will. For some days now, my wife has told me that she hasn’t been able to sleep well because God has prompted ... More About: Journey , Testimony , Roman , Darkness
So, What Do You Do Now?
2008-03-24 06:54:00 Resurrection Sunday is over; most of us have been soberly reminded of the sufferings of our Lord Jesus Christ who came to bear upon Himself the suffering and death that we deserve for our sins so that whosoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life (John 3:16)! Many Christian blogs I visit on ... More About: News , Christianity , Reviews , Food , Restaurants
Mmm? Cake! I Just Hope It?s Fat-Free!
2008-03-24 05:10:00 Seriously, how do people fall for this!? It just boggles my mind that there are Christians who fall for such tricks! No offense to old ladies and those who were victims of con men, but it just reminds me of those who prey on old women at Chinese temples selling them ‘miracle’ stones and crystals in ... More About: Christianity , Free , Cake , Hope , Manna
A Prayer
2008-03-23 14:40:00 O God, I have tasted Thy goodness, and it has both satisfied me and made me thirsty for more. I am painfully conscious of my need of further grace. I am ashamed of my lack of desire. O God, the Triune God, I want to want Thee; I long to be filled with longing; I ... More About: Christianity , Prayer
A New Look At The Widow Who Gave All She Had To The Temple Fund
2008-03-22 15:33:00 Luke 21:1-4 is often cited from church pulpits to exhort us to give willingly and in some cases, all, to ministry, a church building fund or some other project that the church is undertaking. Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the offering box, and he saw a poor widow put in ... More About: Christianity , Temple , Sermon , Arthur , Giving
The Intensity of Christ?s Love and The Intentionality of His Death
2008-03-21 12:02:00 This article was written by John Piper March 19, 2008. © Desiring God. The love of Christ for us in his dying was as conscious as his suffering was intentional. ?By this we know love, that he laid down his life for us? (1 John 3:16). If he was intentional in laying down his life, it was ... More About: Love , Death
He, The Lord Jesus Christ, Who Saved Me
2008-03-20 20:18:00 It was expected that He should come in pomp. Instead of that, He grew up as a tender plant, silently and insensibly. He had no form nor comeliness, nothing extraordinary which one might have thought to meet in an incarnate Deity. The manner of His appearing in the world had nothing of outward glory. His ... More About: Jesus , Jesus Christ , Christ , Lord , The Lord
Move On, There?s Nothing Biblical Here
2008-03-19 18:22:00 I saw the video below at A Little Leaven, and I agree with those who commented that it’s disturbing that the word “portal” is mentioned. That word is usually associated with witchcraft, not Christianity . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WYDsnSeCV w By the way, if you strongly disagree, please share your thoughts with the author of the original post at his blog instead ... More About: Move , Biblical
Thoughts On Easter
2008-03-18 17:04:00 I have been thinking about observances of Good Friday and Easter from a Christian perspective these couple of days, and some things have bothered me quite a little so bear with me while I share my thoughts with you. First off, I know some of you might ask what there is to think about from a ... More About: Christmas , Christianity , Thoughts , Passover
In Search Of Signs And Wonders
2008-03-17 16:43:00 Recently in India, as many as 50 people in Kottayam district went blind after staring at the sun for a prolonged period of time looking for an image of the “Virgin Mary”. Believing in false signs and wonders can be dangerous and even detrimental to one’s health as evidenced in the story. Yet throughout generations, man ... More About: Christianity , Gifts , Faith , Holy Spirit , Search
Blog Posts Of Note
2008-03-16 20:29:00 This is an ad-hoc weekly column where I share some of the best blog posts I’ve come across in the previous week. Some are notable for their content, while others are calling you to action to help pray about an issue or for fellow bloggers. Twenty-Three Great Sins Of American Evangelism — Why We Must Pray ... More About: Christianity , Church , Yoga , Blogging , Prayers
Hymns Still Top The Charts
2008-03-14 21:11:00 I’m not one of those stiff-necked folks who insist that only hymns are proper worship songs, but given the fact that there’s actually a plethora of bad Christian music out there nowadays, I still prefer hymns to contemporary Christian music (CCM). There’s just something majestic and magnifying of the Lord in hymns, unlike bad CCM that ... More About: Christianity , Church , Worship , Charts , Hymn
This Blog Now Has A Comment Policy
2008-03-13 18:25:00 I highly recommend reading it. Most Popular PostsNon-Biblical Teachings Of Kong Hee (City Harvest Church)Read, Weep And PrayIs Sabbath For Christians Saturday Or Sunday?Secret Images Revealed And ExplainedHow Would You Like A Free Membership To A Premium WordPress Theme Club? More About: Regulation , Blogging , Blog , Legal , Policy
The Sexual Morality Ship Is Sinking Fast
2008-03-13 06:44:00 The sexual morality ship is fast sinking and taking millions of people with it. If you think the sinking of the Titanic was a disaster, this ship is sinking faster and taking more people with it than the former. And worse, it is also sending many millions to the bottomless pit called “hell”! Parents in California ... More About: Morality , Fast , Sexual , Ship
Short Takes — Seven Random/Weird Facts
2008-03-12 12:02:00 Graham tagged me for this meme (which I have solemnly vowed to ‘repay with kindness’ one day) to reveal seven random and/or weird facts about me. His excuse was that I’d do it to him anyhow if I were looking to tag others with a meme like this. I’d have to admit that there’s no doubt ... More About: Weird , Facts , Random , Short
Personal WordPress Theme From Scratch
2008-03-12 09:51:00 You are now seeing what I’d term the first WordPress theme that I can quite proudly call my own and which I built from scratch. If it looks familiar to you, yes, I drew inspiration from one of my favorite themes — ‘Minima‘ by Stopdesign which is also one of the many templates available at Blogger.com. I’ve ... More About: Wordpress , Personal , Wordpress Theme , Theme , Scratch
Everybody Wants Kung Fu Fighting
2008-03-11 06:39:00 The ’slain in the Spirit ’ phenomenon is new and strange to me even though I had spent some time in the Pentecostal/Charismatic movement years ago. I can say for sure that I didn’t witness it before and it was only recently that I’ve been seeing more and more of it being practised in churches. What is ... More About: Christianity , Fighting , Occult , Pagan
The Master Pastor ? So Good He Even Dispels Monday Blues?
2008-03-10 20:01:00 The great mixer who gets it all politically-correct, emotionally-correct and spiritually-correct! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f213uPEVs0 E Related PostsShort Takes — Things That Make You Go Hmm…Are You Suggesting To Me That Heaven Is Actually A Place?1Death RowTagged With ImpactComing Soon To A Theater Near You: New Age Nonsense More About: Religion , Christianity , Humor , World , Blues
Thought For The Week ? Reverence
2008-03-09 07:09:00 I have always been a history buff and love watching historical period dramas where the failures, achievements and life of a great king, emperor or warlord is re-enacted in a TV series. Some of the best ones I’ve watched are productions from China on the great emperors of the Qing dynasty (last dynasty of China when ... More About: Christianity , History , Thoughts , Wikipedia
Singapore On A Mission
2008-03-07 04:58:00 Daniel pointed to this report (with video) at The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN), which is an insightful and interesting look at Christianity in Singapore . I don’t know about you, but after watching it, I thought that they seemed to shine this light on Christianity in Singapore more as a response of a well-educated and prosperous populace ... More About: Church , Missions , Mission
Short Takes ? Navigational Improvements
2008-03-07 03:42:00 Just thought I’d drop you a note that I’ve improved the navigational aspects on the blog so that you’ll now find it much easier to move around. I’ve styled the sidebars differently for the main page, pages and single pages: You will only see frivolous widgets like Twitter, blog statistics and the like on the main page. On ... More About: Programming , Blogging , Word , Press , Themes
I Serve The King Of Kings!
2008-03-06 05:16:00 Amen! Amen! Hallelu et Adonai! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3XJl9qSfv 4 … at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. – Philippinans 2:10-11 I am also reminded of Paul’s joy when he describes how he, despite all ... More About: The King , King , Kings , Serve
Death Row
More articles from this author:2008-03-05 05:05:00 The empty hallway with its closed and heavy steel doors on either side have always made you uncomfortable, but as chaplain at a high-security prison where inmates headed for execution as punishment for the heinous crimes they have committed are held, you know it’s your duty to minister to those 24 hours away from death. You ... More About: Comedy , Christianity , Humor , Health , Wealth 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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