2014 December

5 Ways To Overcome Negativity In Your Life

I’m sure we’ve all been subjected to the talk of the “power of positive thinking.” I’ve never read the book with the same title by Norman Vincent Peale, but I know enough to know his theology wasn’t very sound nor biblically based. So without making this a treaty on the book or Peale’s principles, let’s […]

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Top 20 Christian Quotes About Vision

by Pamela Rose Williams

Vision as defined by Merriam-Webster is (noun) “the ability to see: sight or eyesight; something that you imagine: a picture that you see in your mind; something that you see or dream especially as part of a religious or supernatural experience.” In Biblical times God sent visions to people as prophesies. Many of the visions […]

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Top 8 Bible Verses About Edification

by Crystal McDowell

We live in a world that enjoys tearing people down. From reality TV shows to the coarse interactions on talk radio—there is a continual display of putting people down instead of building them up. The misuse of words and actions can bring destruction spiritually, emotionally, and physically. However, it should never be said of those […]

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Is The Law Of Attraction Biblical?

by Dr. Michael L. Williams

Most people have heard the phrase, “Opposites attract.” It is often used when describing two totally different people being attracted to each other. This phrase uses the idea of opposite ends of magnets being attracted to each other through magnetism. However, there is a spiritual idea in some circles called the Law of Attraction. To […]

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Are There Secret Messages In The Bible?

by Jack Wellman

Many claim that the Bible has hidden or secret messages or codes. Is this true? Are there secret messages in the Bible? If so, what are they? The Hidden Mystery Paul is clear that there are some mysteries in the gospel when he wrote to the Ephesians in 3:3-6 “the mystery was made known to […]

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27 Christian Quotes About Revival

by Pamela Rose Williams

When I say church revival what comes to mind? Big tent? Fire and brimstone preaching? Lots of shouts of Amen, Hallelujah, Thank you Jesus? Certainly in times past we have seen all of these things but truth be told, revival in the church is very rare and sometimes nonexistent today. I think this is mostly […]

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Top 10 Bible Verses About Sanctification

by David Peach

There are various ways that theologians break down the concept of sanctification. Depending on who you read, you can find anywhere from 2 to 7 types of sanctification. Much of the differences are simply a matter of semantics. Personally I break it down to 2 major types of sanctification. These two aspects, or types, of […]

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Is There Ever A Reason For Christians To Tell a Lie?

by Jack Wellman

Are there times when it is permissible for Christians to lie? What are these times? Thou Shall Not Lie The 9th of the Ten Commandments is “You shall not bear false witness” (Ex 20:16). God takes lying very seriously but all of humanity has the same problem.we are all liars. Paul writes to the church […]

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Top 7 Bible Verses To Ease The Mind

by Crystal McDowell

Troubling times tend to influence our minds with fears, anxieties, and doubts even though we know that God is in control. We must make the intentional effort of focusing our minds on the truths of God’s word. By doing so, we can have peace and confidence even in the midst of great difficulty. It’s a […]

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What Is The Importance of Biblical Doctrine?

by Dr. Michael L. Williams

One of the most exciting times as a pastor was when I completed my initial seminary studies and ordination as I prayerfully considered callings from different churches. However, I was dumbfounded by some of the comments made by those tasked with selecting candidates. One committee of a very famous church said, “We hope you are […]

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