 Category: Christian spirituality
Category: Self improvement >> Christian spirituality<< previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 next page >> by Susan Slobac  [ 2007-10-11 ] Very young children are not at a stage in their development where they are able to read, and can thus benefit from being introduced to the Bible through listening to the children's Bible in an audio format. by Susan Slobac  [ 2007-10-04 ] Of course, there are thousands of different languages spoken around the world, so how is Bible translation work done so that all listeners can understand what is being said on the CD? by Susan Slobac  [ 2007-09-21 ] The audio bible has revolutionized sharing God's Word. No longer do you need to be a proficient speaker to share the love of God with others. by Randy Hough [ 2007-09-10 ] so many people are born into families with negative traits and yet they are not able to break the chains binding them. This points to the direction of how. by John Kersey [ 2007-08-28 ] Liberal Catholicism is a Christian movement distinct from both Roman Catholicism and Protestantism. In this article, John Kersey (co-Presiding Bishop, The Liberal Rite) offers an overview of some of the contemporary aspects of Liberal Catholicism. by Ruth Lanham Lanham [ 2007-08-27 ] I do not believe that every Christian necessarily needs to give up the internet, the computer or anything else. But we just wanted to see if we could do it and what would happen. by JD Howard [ 2007-08-19 ] In creation, God made man in his own image and gave him dominion over the earth realm, having a kingdom as he himself had a kingdom called Heaven. He formed the figure of man from the dust of the Earth and breathed his own life into him. by JD Howard [ 2007-08-19 ] I believe it is the broad experience away from God. To know what it is to be out of His presence and what things are without Him. It's like learning the hard way. The problem is we can walk with Him now while we are on the earth and experience His presence through His spirit. by Judith Orloff MD [ 2007-08-17 ] Many people who have everything material they can ever desire, and still they feel lost. What is missing is a palpable connection with their intuitive voice, one that will always guide them in an empowered direction. by Ruth Lanham Lanham [ 2007-07-19 ] Wearing a Christian T-Shirt or other Christian apparel is a great conversation starter and a powerful witness of your faith. It's been estimated that Christian T-shirts are read over 3,000 times each in their lifetime! by Howard G Charing  [ 2007-06-25 ] In traditional wisdom and knowledge, life is a continuum that does not end at the moment of death. One of the most important traditional tasks of the seer, shaman, medicine man or woman is to assist people who are either dying or the spirits of those who have died to make the transition into great domain of consciousness. This body of practices is known as Psychopomp, from the Greek word psychopompos which literally means ‘conductor of souls’. In Greek mythology, the god Hermes served as the escort for the dead into the afterlife. This concept of a guide or intermediary between the living and the dead is a collective theme found in most religions and mythologies. by Doralynn Kennedy [ 2007-06-16 ] I often hear TV Christians teaching that The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus is not a parable. Instead, they teach that it is a true story. These Christians fail to mention that the story of the Rich Man and Lazarus may already be several centuries old at the time of Christ. It appears to have come from Jewish oral traditions dating back to the Babylonian captivity -- traditions that were later written down in the “Gemara.” by Tom Broadbridge [ 2007-06-08 ] For the team at The Kids Bible Company LLC, producers of ‘The Animated Kid’s Bible' Collectable DVD Series, maintaining Biblical integrity was of utmost priority, but so too was the capacity to thoroughly engage & 'edu-tain' young audiences. by Lance Dwayne Ronald Brown Brown  [ 2007-06-01 ] For years we have been taught that the way to prosper was by our giving. I submit to you it is by a deeper relationship with Jesus. Jesus will tell you what you need to do to prosper if you'll get into your prayer closet and learn to hear from him.
by Ms. CiCi  [ 2007-04-05 ] A brief overview of the importance of philanthropy by trevor kugler  [ 2007-04-02 ] I grew up in a religious home and was baptized into a religion when I was eight years old. It's assumed that an eight year old is old enough to make a decision like this, but I surely don't remember much about it. by Akili Kumasi [ 2007-03-13 ] God used the story(s) of two well-known women in the Bible, Martha and Mary, to demonstrate the type of relationship He wants with each of us. The two sisters had contrasting approaches to their walk with God – and thus got difference results. Martha was anxious and un-trusting. Mary got alone with God and worshipped at Jesus’ feet. by Lance Dwayne Ronald Brown Brown  [ 2007-03-09 ] You never and I mean never lift a verse out of it's setting. Jesus always taught in whole subjects. The key is to find the beginning of the subject and then find the end. by Yusuf Danesi  [ 2007-03-07 ] To most of us the cross is a remote experience. We have examples of disciples in our congregation who gave up their life’s ambitions and dreams for the sake of the cross. In the wake of the “schism” that marked the church in 2003, these disciples were blamed for obeying Luke 14:33. Unfortunately, a lot of them blamed the church for “ruining” their lives! I do not think it was an error to give up everything for Christ- I would have done the same then, anyhow. by Lance Dwayne Ronald Brown Brown  [ 2007-03-02 ] 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. by Lance Dwayne Ronald Brown Brown  [ 2007-02-27 ] These are alarming times we live in. You can either be fearful or at peace about what is coming. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] Have You Been Refined by Fire?
It's funny to think about the how contrary and backwards the road to success is for Christians. When God speaks to you and gives you a purpose, a mission, and a vision for your life, you begin to pursue that vision with high hopes and wide eyes. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] Men and women are created in the glory of God. We are made in His image and after His likeness. All of us, no exceptions; so whether we feel like it or not, whether we believe in God or not, we are still created for His glory. Yet we don't all live our lives for the purpose we were created for, do we? by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] When we get hard pressed and we’ve got certain doom coming at us from one direction and a stone wall coming from the other, it makes us scream out in desperation and despair, “WHY GOD?!” The most important thing that we can do in our trials is have the right perspective. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] There are a lot of principles, keys, steps, and how to’s of life that all seek to provide the blueprint to blessed and successful living. Everyone is looking for that ‘magic pill’ that will cure this or fix that. Here in the book of Job we have an example of a man who was immensely wealthy, powerful, respected, and famous. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] Suffering... this is the element in the lives of people that define them, change them, make some better, and corrupt others. It’s an amazing phenomenon to watch thriller and horror movies and find that the horrible monstrosity of a criminal grew into that from the beginnings of his own childhood rejection, neglect, and terror. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] Have you been through some rough times and you’re looking for some answers for what good could possibly come out of all your trouble? Well if you know that there is some work that needs to be done on your character, then God may be allowing your trouble so that He can further develop your character. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] It’s difficult when you’re making the transition from being a self-reliant, independent person who has learned to take care of themselves to now begin learning to trust and depend on a God you can’t see, Who’s supposed to provide for your very present, physical needs. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] In the hustle and bustle of trying to live a successful and effective life we should never forget to balance complex success strategies with the simple power of abiding in Christ. In today’s culture we learn 4 keys to this and 7 steps to that. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] Are you living out your dream? Most people aren’t. Most people had dreams and ambitions at one time in their life or another but because of the worries, stresses, pressures, and struggles of life, those dreams were beaten out of or pushed so deep inside of them that they can hardly identify with that dream anymore. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] Many people want to live out their dreams in life and pursue the career that they love but how many people are actually doing it? Do you want to be one of the few people who actually lives a dream life and do the work they love? These lessons from Joseph’s life will get you on track to pursuing your dreams. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] “The real world is no place for dreams.” This is the view of many people in today’s society. Many people may have childhood dreams but when the heat’s on and you’ve got to decide between dream life or take care of today, many people settle somewhere outside the parameters of what they long to become. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] I’m sure that you, like me, want to walk with God’s hedge around your life, your work, your family, and those who you care for. God absolutely wants us to walk with this special blessing over our lives but it is preserved for those who live as Job lived. Job lived one of the most amazing lives I’ve seen of anyone in the bible. by Anthony Obey [ 2007-02-26 ] Some people seem to believe that everything is the enemy’s fault. You know, "My car just got repossessed, it's the devil", "I can't get along with my husband, it's the devil", "I can’t stop drinking, it’s the devils fault." by Jeff Wendland  [ 2007-02-09 ] Christian jewelry is becoming more popular. Here is why. by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2007-01-22 ] In any discourse involving the word “end” Christians jump to the conclusion that the illusion is to the second coming of Christ and the end of the world as we know it. Other things have to end before the end can begin and this isn’t meant to be a tongue twister. by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2007-01-20 ] I can’t imagine an individual or any organization wanting to be responsible for separating the false prophets from the true. One mistake could leave them with innocent blood on their hands. This is why no one has ever been called upon by God or man to undertake this task since Christ came to earth. by [ 2007-01-19 ] I feel compelled to comment on the state of things in the world today and how they have impacted on us as Christians. by Donna Shepard  [ 2007-01-17 ] This bible study tells us what the famine of the end times is for. by Ann Stewart  [ 2007-01-13 ] God is Love. That's who He is! Without Him there is no real Love. If you should say that you love God, yet at the same time hate your brother, you would be lying. by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2007-01-11 ] All people Christian or not are becoming aware of the changing patterns of weather and an increase in tsunamis, volcanic activity, hurricanes and natural disasters. World unrest and terrorism and the threat of world war are also on every mind. Many are asking if these are the signs of Christ’s retur by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2007-01-09 ] While America gleefully watches the antics and blatant portrayals of the gay life in films and on TV the leader of some 17 million Anglicans in Nigeria says, no way. by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2007-01-06 ] Does God really want all believers to be rich or is it his plan to keep them poor? The controversy rages while the most important element of all is completely overlooked. What is that element? by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2007-01-02 ] Unknown to millions of Americans is that Muslims around the world don’t judge America by its practice of democracy. But they do see America through the lens that Hollywood provides. What are they seeing? by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2006-12-16 ] Trying to find the origins and history of what is known today as “political correctness would prove trying to the fairest minded researcher. The best anyone may be able to determine about it with any certainty is that it is a system of checks and balances whose very premise hangs in mid air. by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2006-12-09 ] Before you drop your jaw in incredulity and call for your spouse to come see what some crazy preacher is espousing lets clarify. The very Star of Bethlehem described in Matthews Gospel will not actually shine again. But another bright light will grace the earth and no one will miss it. by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2006-12-03 ] Calling a spade a spade my cost the Christian ministries a lot in the future if special interest groups get their way. Whether in congress or public policy the few are seeking to muzzle the mouths of the majority of conservative biblical ministers. This is no new thing but beware this a new time. by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2006-11-24 ] To some believers the second coming of Christ seems delayed perhaps even late. The worldwide turbulence among nations and the insanity of today’s fast paced world is enough to cause even the strongest person to doubt. How can we deal with this? by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2006-11-15 ] The coming apostasy (falling away) of the church is for some of us the most dreaded prophecy the Bible predicts. It may look like the world would be better off with John Lennon’s world with no religions but in fact that will be the world’s worst nightmare. by Rev Michael Bresciani Bresciani  [ 2006-11-13 ] United we stand, divided we fall is a saying that can be spoken and understood even by a child. In America it has a different connotation, here with our two party system the saying could be altered to, United we stand but divided we rule. Is this what makes the definition of incongruity? |