This story describes a journey. The beginning of following Jesus Christ, and putting it into the terms of “shoes”. My prayer is that you will find yourself somewhere on this path, and that you will seek out His friendship and get…… NEW SHOES I have an old pair of shoes. I have [...]
God has high ideals for each one of us and he is concerned how high priority we place our houses, families and relationships with him. Whoever is committed to work more and more and very least committed to be around God and their families such person is called being workaholic and such people are addicted [...]
God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Ephesians 2:8 NLT Our mighty struggle with the concept of grace is depicted in a cartoon strip called, “Dennis The Menace.” Mrs. Wilson has just given Dennis and Joey a [...]
And so, dear brothers; I plead with you to give your bodies to God. Let them be a living sacrifice, holy— the kind he can accept. When you think of what He has done for you, is this too much to ask? Romans 12:1 TLB Matthew Henry said, “Take heed of forming plans for [...]
To God all sin is sin. We must have right relationship with God and man. The Spirit of god which is the holy spirit convicts people of their sin , also comforts, speaks truth and testifies about Jesus Christ, brings righteousness corrects, reproves and instructs .The holy spirit has the ability to draw the sinner [...]
1b. Violating the Law concerning Morality Immorality is another contributing factor to the crisis the world faces today. The root cause of immorality is because people do not like to retain God in their knowledge. Again, forsaking the Lord, the fountain of living waters, and building for themselves cisterns…broken cisterns which cannot hold water. Professing [...]
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Unrepentant, non believers and rebellious person continues to live in sin reject correction and they do not want their evil deeds to come to light because their works are evil and they live in comfortable sinful lifestyle. They are always looking for ways to mock and attack believers and those who are walking in Godly [...]
People who want to live in sinful ungodly life will have lots of excuses, some even may claim as their personality , and some may say God made me that way, some may even say split personality, or bipolar etc , some even may use the Bible to justify their unholy lifestyles. Men throughout the [...]
Faith is believing and trusting God and hoping for the evidence of things not seen. Faith in God gives us confidence, hope, peace and joy. God wants us to put our faith in action. Many people believe God, but they do not trust enough to believe in Gods promises .They are often filled with worry, [...]
The world is in crisis because men have forsaken and held in contempt, the law which the Lord has ordained, and which if obeyed would guarantee the safety of its inhabitants, and all would be well with them. Law Concerning Violence One of the laws which was given to the children of Israel, and should [...]
Many people celebrate the New Year, and see it as a time of starting over. While anytime can bring a new beginning, the new year seems best for such resolutions because there is a logical change over to a new number. Lots of people try to shake bad habits or start good habits during the [...]
The reason for which Jesus came the first time is simple: to save His people from their sins.
Posted by Shaila Touchton | Posted in Christian Resources | Posted on 18-12-2010 |
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A double minded person is one who say one thing and do another, they claim to know God and yet their actions do not live up to such claims. He thinks about two different things at the same time and can’t make up his mind about anything; they are dually focused and have split opinions on [...]
In the midst of a forgettable season, the Buffalo Bills almost beat the Pittsburgh Steelers. Their receiver, Steve Johnson, dropped an almost sure touchdown pass and blamed God for it. It was apparently done via Twitter. This brings to mind an interesting discussion I had with a youth – he plays football and 1-2 other [...]
Adam's death is the third mentioned death in Scripture. But Adam appears to have been the first man to die due to the natural decay of the body- natural death.
Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?“ And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. If that is how [...]
Posted by Shaila Touchton | Posted in Christian Resources | Posted on 23-11-2010 |
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Immorality is a world-wide epidemic, and getting worse. Societies throughout history and around the globe have embraced sexual standards that are called sins in the Bible. God’s desire is that we stay sexually pure. God forbids involvement with prostitutes because He knows such involvement is detrimental to both men and women. Some women may have [...]
Even in the worst times, there are many things we can be thankful for. The greatest is if you have received christ's salvation.
(Jesus said) “If you love me, keep my commands. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and [...]
Posted by Shaila Touchton | Posted in Christian Resources | Posted on 15-11-2010 |
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we need to Dress to please the Lord not the world.
We must believe in God by faith and trust His ways by faith.
Key to Happiness #14 – A Balanced Life
Family, work, health, ministry, leisure, God, civic duties, friends, etc. are all areas that fight for our time. Finding balance is not a simple process…it takes discipline.
There are certain times in our lives where one or two of the above areas seem to consume every minute of our [...]
Posted by Shaila Touchton | Posted in Christian Resources | Posted on 11-11-2010 |
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Followers of Jesus Christ were first called “Christians” in Antioch (Acts 11:26) because their behavior, activity, and speech were like Christ. For More details please read my article “Who is a True Christian?”
Posted by Shaila Touchton | Posted in Christian Resources | Posted on 11-11-2010 |
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There are lots of women these days who wants to impress others become supermodel having a perfect shape, many of them will go to weight loss programs to make their shape beautiful.
Posted by Shaila Touchton | Posted in Christian Resources | Posted on 11-11-2010 |
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Babylon is a land of idols, idols that will go mad with terror. (Jeremiah 50:38)
No other name has had an impact on more lives in the history of humanity than Jesus..
Jesus Was Never Created Micah 5:2
God’s Amazing Power
Lift your eyes and look to the heavens: Who created all these? He who brings out the starry host one by one, and calls them each by name. Because of his great power and mighty strength, not one of them is missing. Isaiah 40:26
This mosaic of M31 merges 330 individual images taken by the Ultraviolet/Optical Telescope aboard NASA’s Swift [...]
7. Believe that Jesus Christ is returning to establish his kingdom
The believer does not only believe in the person of Jesus Christ, but believes also in his purpose and his message. The ultimate objective for God’s infallible purpose in Christ is to fulfill the everlasting covenant and promise which he made to Abraham and his [...]
Will the real preachers please stand up! Who is with me in these last days?
With all the popularity of Twitter, especially, as well as MySpace and Facebook, it has occurred to me recently that we spend many hours on the internet following the lives of others, most of whom we may not even know personally. On Twitter, people respond to me as @homegirlspace. ( Click Here to follow me on [...]
The better promises on which the better covenant has been established are:-
A better High Priest
Becoming a merciful and faithful High Priest and a better Mediator, is the work that Christ came to perform in order to fulfill God’s purpose. Being the High Priest of God was the office he held before partaking of flesh and [...]
Did you ever consider that Jesus was bullied? Oh, yes, the Pharisees and Saducees – religious leaders of His day – couldn’t stand Him. This was really tough because he was, is, and always will be God. (John 1:1, 14; 10:30; etc.)
Jesus told Peter he could call down 10,000 angels to destroy the world when [...]
Key to Happiness #13 – Being Passionate About Your Work
We all know what it feels like to work for a paycheck just to make a living. I’ve been there a few times in my life. Have you? If you’re honest, you probably have too. When you add the normal pressures and stresses of life, a [...]
Recently a brother in Christ and I went to a football game. On the way home, we began to discuss the view of the Bible that we have heard from unbelievers. We have both heard many times from unbelievers that the Word of God is full of contradictions and half truths. As we discussed the [...]
6. Believe that Jesus Christ is our High Priest
The believer believes that the reason why Jesus Christ had to be made like his brethren in every way was in order that he might become a merciful and faithful High Priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the [...]
Draw near to Jesus…
(Jesus said) ”Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30
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4. Believe that Jesus Christ is the Begotten Son of God
Believers believe that Jesus Christ is the Begotten Son of God and that he attained perfection through living a perfect sinless life in the flesh as the Son of Man, and became perfected at the resurrection.
For the gospel which God promised beforehand through his [...]
God’s Amazing Love …
The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. Psalm 103:8
You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:13
Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Psalm 32:1
.. he does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. For [...]
Key to Happiness #12 – Staying Active
We’ve all seen it, maybe even in our own families. Someone retires and within just a few years they deteriorate mentally and physically and die. Their work was their life and their purpose. They no longer had work to give them direction and they did not replace that activity [...]
Being Guided by the Spirit of God…
Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of [...]
1. Believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of Man
The believer believes that Jesus is the Son of Man who divested himself of his divine glory and became a man possessing the same human nature as other human beings. For it is written; “Inasmuch as the children have flesh and blood, he too shared [...]
Should a couple live together before marriage? Several good reasons not to.
Lean on Me …
I will proclaim the name of the LORD. Oh, praise the greatness of our God! He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he. Deuteronomy 32:3-4
(Jesus said) “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, [...]
During my journey with the Lord, I have witnessed believers guide me and other members of the Body to take a step of faith in situations where God’s will is unknown. In my humble opinion, this is an unwise step of faith. I would like to give my own guidance on this topic because I [...]
The Lord spoke to Moses saying; “Command the children of Israel and say to them, ‘My offering, my food for my offerings made by fire as a sweet aroma to me, you shall be careful to offer to me at their appointed time” (Numbers 28:2).
What is the Lord’s Offering?
The Lord’s offering is biblically known as [...]
A Thousand Years in God’s Eyes …
Psalm 90:1-4 … Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations. Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God. You turn men back to dust, saying, “Return to dust, O sons of men.” For a thousand years in your sight are like a [...]
Making friends can be hard, especially in a new school or area. Here are some tips, as well as how to know the best Friend you could ever have.
Posted by justmeint | Posted in Christian Resources, Salvation | Posted on 21-07-2010 |
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In an act of love, a married couple have sexual intercourse, a wonderful time of intimacy, during which, if the biological ‘time’ is ripe, the male sperm will impregnate the female ovum and a new life will be conceived.
At no time during that act of intimacy can I imagine the (soon to be) parents shouting [...]
An Introduction to our FREE 15 lesson course on “How To Find Happiness“.
Webster Definition For Happiness: A state of well-being and contentment; a pleasurable satisfaction.
Wikipedia Definition For Happiness:
Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, love, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy.
A variety of biological, psychological, religious, and philosophical approaches have striven to define happiness and identify [...]
The Gulf Oil Spill, which may become the largest man-made disaster in human history, is getting worse, as the news shows it’s now full of methane.
Pictures show things which appear to be out of the Book of Revelation, as the oily mess appears blood-like in color and texture. (It looks close enough to blood, [...]
Step out on faith and let God do a "New Thing" in your life!
"Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?" Isaiah 43:18-19a (NIV)
The incredible oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico continues to draw attention, as people struggle to find fixes . Warnings of a massive hurricane season, even if they prove to be wrong, make it seem even worse. Pollution now is bad enough that some fear that the whole planet – the oceans, air, land, [...]
What comes to mind when you think about worship? Do you think of a particular place or time, or way to do it?
Two thoughts come to mind when I think about worship. First of all, God’s Word tells us to do it, so I should be obedient, but secondly, I admit I need to do [...]
New Experiences will always feel a little scary. They're supposed to. But every time you face a fear and do it anyway, you build up that much more confidence in your abilities.
I hadn’t thought about my grammar school days for a long time, but one day they boldly invaded my thoughts. I remembered the friends I played with and even recalled the names of my favorite teachers. My classroom, with the big clock on the wall and the old-fashioned desk I sat in, were as visible [...]
As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s also time to honor not only biological mothers, but everyone who performs the duties of a mother – grandmothers, aunts, older sisters, and others. It’s also a good time to consider a very important woman in the Bible – Mary.
Mary is shown to be a woman of great faith – [...]
AS a Man Thinketh in His Heart, so is He.
From Proverbs: 23:7
We are composed of a body soul and Spirit.
Body = anything physical about you.
Soul = emotion, ego, id, will, logic mind, subconscious mind….all that is not body.
Spirit – anything of you that is not of body and/or soul.
The subconscious mind is the way or [...]
"An irony, by focusing on helping others get what they want, and not on our own personal gain, we stand to gain a great deal."
-- from The Power of Failure by Charles C. Manz
Who gets into Heaven? Do you know your Bible? Get the answer here!
Do you really know what it means to be a Christian and what the bible takes to get into heaven?
Person A…
…has a heart for serving. She even goes to India and all her life serves the poor. She heard about Jesus and believes [...]
Christianity isn't just about a man on a cross; it's about God coming to earth in the flesh, and suffering and dying for the sins of all mankind, the rising fromt he dead.
