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I know of no great Christian leader who hasn’t faced some kind of opposition as he or she sought to do God’s will. But the truth is that darkness does not have the power to overcome light! Every believer can overcome any attack if he or she won’t quit first!
There is joy in the life of those who practice soaking prayer. It’s time to lay your burdens at the feet of Jesus. It’s time to find rest for your soul. It’s time to be still and know that He is God.
Twenty years ago, California created a “Task Force to Promote Self-Esteem and Social Responsibility.” It quickly became the butt of jokes: Writer Anne Taylor Fleming called it a “parody . . . born in a hot tub.”
We live in frightening times. All around us, there are threats of violence unlike any we have seen before. In the news, government officials are warning the public about future terrorist attacks and how to prepare for them. These are distressing days.
The fact that Joash lived after his very first breath was a miracle. Born into the bloody chaos of a revolution in his country, he was the only male member of his family to survive the wicked purge of his grandmother Athalia.
A police review shows that New Zealand's new anti-spanking law has not reduced the number of physical abuse cases against children, but it has deterred good parents from properly disciplining their children.
We have seen great fruit in Christian music in our day, but there is an even greater multiplying in the reaping yet to be seen in these days, with the releasing of God's hand of power.
In 2007 Mission Australia conducted its sixth annual survey of young Australians. This survey was for those aged 11 to 24 years and explored what young people value, what concerns them, where they turn for advice and support, their level of engagement in the community and who they admire.
I think many in the American church know God in the same way they know the President–they know some facts about him, where he lives, what he does, etc.–but they do not have a relationship with him. This could be described as a cultural theology not biblical theology.
Have you ever noticed that Jesus often tried to discourage great crowds of people from following Him? In John 6, Jesus openly rebuked the crowds because He understood that the only thing they wanted from Him was to satisfy some purely selfish need.
Talented Christian blues singer and harmonica player, Darrell Mansfield, has issued a startling mental health wake-up call to the church. (Photo: Darrell Mansfield ANS)
I find it interesting that our English word "worry" comes from an old German term meaning to strangle or choke. And that's exactly what worry will do. It will create a mental and emotional stranglehold on your life.
An expert working at the British Museum in London, England, has confirmed the existence of an important Biblical figure after deciphering a cuneiform inscription on a small Babylonian clay tablet.
Dr. Tamara Winslow discusses the seriousness and importance of spiritual protocols in the worship of a God identified as a consuming fire. This is Part 1 of her in-depth study exploring two types of the Fires of God and how they manifest.
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Blow the TrumpetThursday, 23 August 2007 | David Silver David Silver discusses the use of the Shofar as a spiritual weapon with revival power which will add a new dimension to your intercessory prayer.
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Choosing people of characterMonday, 18 February 2008 | E. Gregory BlacklockWhat kind of person is ready to face hardship and tests of endurance? Rear Admiral Byrd looked for people of faith to select his crew for his... ...Read
Bodies by DesignSaturday, 04 November 2006 | Brian Sass
APOLOGETICS: In Psalm 95:6 David opens his heart and declares "Come let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord God our Maker,... ...Read
Healed at MidnightThursday, 06 March 2008 | Gospel for AsiaGospel for Asia missionaries, through prayer, see the Lord free many people from demon possession.
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The Power of Forgiveness -- Part IFriday, 25 May 2007 | Barry BuzzaI was speaking with a young woman in our church a couple of weeks ago and she told me an amazing story.. “About a year ago,” the lady... ...Read
Families leave Quebec over school disputeSunday, 16 September 2007 | Today’s Family NewsThere was a significant twist to the news report of Christians fleeing religious persecution. It wasn't happening in the Middle East or... ...Read
A New Release of Corporate PraiseFriday, 18 April 2008 | Bob Brasset The Body of Christ is posed on the threshold of another powerful outpouring and understanding of the power and purpose of praise.
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How insecure are you?Wednesday, 27 December 2006 | Dean Smith
Take our insecurity test. How many of these questions do you answer in the positive? There is no magic formula here, but a number of positive... ...Read