Or perhaps you want to focus on the meaning of a name. Say the value of love and compassion is especially important to you. A name like Mercy or Charity would reflect this. Ultimately, you may pick a name simply by what sounds good. A name like Nirvana sounds cool and trendy while re...
throughout the history of the Christian Church there have been major disagreements as to the proper explanation of our faith. We do not desire to be divisive, but we believe we are to contend for the faith
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MY BELOVED ANGEL OF PEACE SUFFERS ON SEEING AND FEELING THE LOVELESSNESS OF THIS GENERATION, which has distorted the very word ‘Love’, giving it a selfish meaning, a sense of possession, of personal interest, of debauchery, of pride. Love in families is subject to convenience…Love in cou...
Your soul is infinite–meaning it’s been around forever. You’ve probably had many, many lifetimes. You can gain access to that wisdom you’ve acquired by reconnecting within and paying attention to that inner part of you. When you strengthen your relationship with your higher self, you’ll...
You see, not many people realize that we do wrestle with unseen powers of darkness and that demonic powers (demons) are real. – While I’ve not seen a demonic spirit or powers of darkness before seeing this pic – I’ve confronted them in the name of Jesus within a house, workplace...
Psalm 66 offers a hint: “Say to God, ‘How tremendous are your deeds!’” When I begin to think about His deeds – beginning with the Creation, culminating in the Redemption of mankind, and everything that goes on in the world, really – it gives greater meaning to the line, “Come...
for a few days to celebrate my birthday. The rustic retreat was just what we needed until after the kids left, Jenny and I discovered we were still not alone; a flying squirrel (we’ll name him Rocky) found his way in and we subsequently hastened his departure back to the great ...
While I was away, I got to spend some time with people and in places that had significant meaning to me. The last spot I was in was Little Rock, Arkansas. My good friend and seminary buddy lives and ministers there. While I was visiting, he asked me to speak on the issue of forgiv...
On the four Sundays before Christmas (Dec 4, 10, 17 and 24) light the candles, say a short prayer and sing a Christmas carol. Rituals always have added meaning when refreshments are included. In the spirit of Advent, these should be simple. ...