By editor on Jul 16, 2008 in Christian Living, Featured | 0 Comments
WHERE IS MY HAPPINESS?
by Keith Haughton
It has been said that the search for happiness is one of the greatest causes of unhappiness. People everywhere, in every walk of life, are incredibly unhappy. There seems to be a literal crisis of unhappiness in the world, and perhaps the relentless pursuit of satisfaction is contributing to the unsatisfying spiritual condition of so many. A journey toward something of far greater worth seems a wise course of action. But where do I even start?
By editor on Jul 15, 2008 in Bookshelf Picks, Featured | 0 Comments
It’s July 15th, time for the Non~FIRST blog tour! Every 15th, we will feature an author and his/her latest non~fiction book’s FIRST chapter! The feature authors are: John Ankerberg and Dillon Burroughs and their book: What’s the Big Deal About Other Religions (Harvest House Publishers - March 1, 2008)
Read the FIRST ChapterChristianity:
What’s the Big Deal About Jesus?
“Christianity is good for you, but it’s not right for me. I think you ought to believe whatever makes you happy and gives you peace.”
“Christianity is the ‘right’ religion—isn’t that being naive?”
The label Christianity covers a broad range of people today. While over 2.1 billion people are statistically considered followers of Jesus Christ, polls by religious researcher George Barna have observed that only four percent of American Christians hold to a biblical worldview (that is, beliefs consistent with the Bible’s teachings), and just 51 percent of Christian clergy hold to such a view. As a result, even many who call themselves Christians have agreed with the quotes that appear above, asking if it is perhaps naïve to claim Christianity is the only way to God.
By editor on Jul 10, 2008 in Featured, Testify | 0 Comments
Testimony of Pam Davis, Author and Creator of the Girls ’n Grace Product Line
When you give God the reins of your life, you never know where He is going to take you. As a writer, I wanted to share the message that has dramatically changed my own life. I envisioned myself reaching women who, like me, were academics but had missed out on the pivotal truth of God’s grace. I informed God of this vision and trusted Him for direction. The fact that I am now devoting a great portion of my time to creating make-believe stories for young girls, dressing dolls, and creating web games is evidence of both His creativity and sense of humor. Allow me to explain.
By editor on Jul 9, 2008 in Family Life, Featured | 0 Comments
SatisfactionBe strong and courageous, for you will lead my people to possess all the land I swore to give their ancestors. Be strong and very courageous. Study this book of the Law continually. Meditate on it day and night so you may be sure to obey all that is written in it. Only then will you succeed. I command you -be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:6-9 (NLT)
I realized in my devotions the other day that often I pray for God to sustain me, I want much, but in reality I expect little. I know God loves me, but I often don’t live as if God alone can satisfy me.
By editor on Jul 7, 2008 in Family Life, Featured | 0 Comments
Dear Mom/Dad/Grandma, Grandpa/Sunday School Teacher:
Having a prayer answered and knowing it was God is an experience every child should have early in life. The child who does not experience at least one answered prayer is not likely to develop a HABIT of praying with others… the one thing most likely to connect him to a church for life. The following simple craft could be the most important your family/Sunday School class ever tries. It is equally valid for teens and small children.
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