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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Building a church and church building designs
- Building a church is a large project that is more than constructing natural materials, because building a church is building an expression of a church congregation's heart. Building a church has a purpose that is much more than housing classrooms or meeting rooms. Building a church is building a sanctuary, a refuge that has eternal purposes. This is why it is important for any congregation of peop...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Mahavira | 24th tirthankara of jainism his teachings and essence
- Vardhamana Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism was the last of the series of 24th Tirthankars in Jainism Dharma. Jainism as we understand today is primarily focused on the teachings and essence of Bhagwan Mahavira. Why?Right from the Times of the first Tirthankara Rishabdeva (aka Adinatha) nothing and up till the 23rd Tirthankara... the tenets and the teachings of Jainism did not exis...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Slain in the spirit?
- WHAT'S HAPPENING HERE?A Catholic woman reported to me that a priest with the gift of healing had recently visited her church. After mass, the congregation swarmed toward the altar as the priest laid hands upon the faithful to minister healing. The woman told me that people began falling once the priest touched them and were caught by ushers and laid gently upon the carpet. She said there we...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Comparative religion 101 ? what they wont tell you in that class
- If your view of religion is like most people, you think that religion is a list of do's and don'ts or a set of rules, laws or other directives that should be guiding your behavior. What is taught in comparative religion courses is based on this simple premise. New Testament Christianity is thrown into this generalized heap usually by people who are not Christians and have no understanding of what ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 3 clues to know where you fit in ministry part 2
- Clue Number 2: You Have Spiritual GiftsIn part 1 you learned that talent is natural endowments; or ability and is a result of recurring patterns (connections in the brain) of thought, feelings or behavior that is applied in a positive way.If enduring talents are results of connections in the brain, what is a gift?Webster's Dictionary defines a gift as "something volunta...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The bible ? are some of its words more important than others?
- Is the Old Testament equal in every way to the New Testament? Are the words of the prophets on a par with the words of Jesus? The answer to this question may seem incongruous but it is not, even though the answer is both, yes and no. But don't be confused by this apparent conflict because it is easily explained.To help explain what seems like a contradiction we can turn to a single verse of...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 3 clues to know where you fit in ministry part 1
- Clue Number 1: You Have TalentYou were born with at least one talent. One talent is all you need to have fulfillment in your life and ministry, if you use it.What Is a Talent?According to Webster's Dictionary, talent is the natural endowments of a person; or ability.Marcus Buckingham, author of 'First Break All The Rules,' defines talent as "a recurring pa...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Crucification
- Most of know how Jesus was crucified. Do we ever ask ourselves about the crucifying of our flesh? What it means and how do we accomplish it. Well lets see what the Bible says about crucifying the flesh. Look at Romans 6:5 it says If we have been united with him like this his death, we will certainly also be united with him in his resurrection. For we know that our old self was crucified with him s...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The wealth of the wealthy
- Some may ask, why can't I have a lot of money? Or some may say I wish I had wealth. Well let's see what the Bible say about wealth. First we must understand the Blessing of Abraham, and to understand that Jesus is over everything and it all belongs to him.In the book of Genesis 12 :2 it says I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The spreading of the not-so-good news
- PART 1: Another Gospel?The influence of the occult upon our everyday lives is staggering. An African missionary from the Mandinka tribe of West Africa, once asked a congregation a question similar to that asked by the Apostle Paul of the Galatians. His 11-minute message, spoken in the mid-90's, I can still recall, as he shouted the question: "You foolish Americans... who has bewitched you?!...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - John roberts and madalyn murray ? the turtle and the ohare
- Although I've never met Supreme Court nominee John Roberts, I did have a run in of sorts with America's most notorious atheist Madalyn Murray O'Hare in the nineteen eighties. As I walked into a radio station to drop off tapes of my former radio show the DJ called to me from within his booth. As I entered the booth he said "we have a minister here that may be able to answer that question."...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - It is written: alien invasion of planet earth part one
- IT IS WRITTEN. Satanic Panic and the Alien Connection - PART ONE"It is written!"Man, them's fightin' words!Christ was confronted by Satan himself during His pre-ministry, 40-day, spiritual warfare training session in the desert. The Bible reveals He was "led by the Spirit ... to be tempted by the devil" (Matt 4:1), and He proved to the enemy that He was ALMIGHTY, referring to ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Living proof: we are living in the days of noah
- A familiar phrase used in Bible prophecy is the term "Days of Noah." Jesus warned, "For as in the days of Noah before the flood, they were eating and drinking, men marrying and women being given in marriage, until the very day Noah entered the ark. And they did not know or understand until the flood came and swept them all away-so will be the coming of the Son of Man (Matthew 24: 38...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Christian unity according to internet
- Following are 30 questions that relate to Christian Unity that I would like you to reflect upon for your edification. In fact,, these questions could be used in your Bible class as you discuss Christian Unity, which is so much needed today.QUESTIONNAIRE ON "HOW TO DEAL WITH CHRISTIAN UNITY"A) AMONG CHURCHES THAT MOST PEOPLE CONSIDER CHRISTIAN1- What do you think causes Christi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - For those who cannot speak for themselves: my own abortion story
- (Parental discretion advised)Please forgive me if you find any part of the following message offensive. I realize that, because so many people receive these messages from so many diverse backgrounds, there will be those who have conflicting views regarding the subject of abortion. There will be those of both genders who have been involved with an abortion in some way. They will have their v...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Iesa and jesus in the pyramid
- The Sun god, Mithras, was the most widely worshipped deity in the Roman Empire in the first century when Christianity was first forming. Mithras was called the Son of God, the light of the world, he was a redeemer and savior and his birthday was celebrated on December twenty-fifth. He eventually died and was buried in a cave and was resurrected three days later. Sound familiar? Constantine is said...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Spirit of islam: a primer
- Last time I wrote a message on Islam, a Catholic priest said he reported me to the FCC for broadcasting what he referred to as "an eMail hate letter." Several long-time subscribers of various other denominations ALSO gave me a tongue-lashing... just before unsubscribing.In contrast, many others thanked me. It's for them, and all other the seekers of truth, that I write. Not to mention the f...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Computerized christians? get ready for the new church!
- Isaiah 43;19 declares: "Behold, I will do a new thing, Now it shall spring forth; Shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert."A new thing? Try this one on for size: Just as the Apostle Paul brought the Good News to the Greeks, today's latch key kids will bring it to the GEEKS!Here's what I mean. Does anybody remember those radical Jesus ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Heads i win, tails you lose
- In a time when public scrutiny is becoming tighter and more pervasive businesses have learned that they need to be on guard more than ever to ensure they are operating by ethical standards. Though not often mentioned in this discussion, I believe it is especially true of Christian organizations in whom trust is placed by donors. The old adage "heads I win, tails you lose" has a particula...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The moment of truth
- Former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated to all of Israel, and the world last night that the moment of truth had arrived. Announcing his resignation as Finance Minister in the Sharon cabinet, he stated that he had been forced to remain in the government, and also remain mostly silent regarding his opposition to the disengagement over these last several months in order to complete his econom...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The oldest concept in history
- I find it funny that one of the oldest concepts in the world has become one of modern society's biggest irritants. The problem with this is that the concept has been lost behind all the problems created by people who did not fully understand the concept to begin with. Religion is, by far, at the forefront of this list of problems. Government is close behind. So what is the concept we've lost? At t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The power of love
- There is no doubt in my mind that the quality of love is the #1 quality that God would like to get worked into our souls and personalities. Even nonbelievers, atheists and agnostics can see the power of love and how it has the ability to change people and change lives when it is properly walked out and handled.Hollywood has made tons of movies just on the power of love - especially the spec...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Gods favorite religion
- What does your church teach regarding the subject of Widows and Orphans? If we were all being honest, most of us rarely give the matter a second thought. If your ministry, company, or even your civic group is struggling, or you're lacking contentment in your own spiritual life, here's a tip that's guaranteed to send any lackluster routine into hyperspace. Interested?Here it is: Start reachi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Straight talk about homosexuality
- In the mid 90's, a Presbyterian minister named Steve Brown conducted an interview with the lesbian Pastor from the largest Gay Church in America. Steve had already laid the ground rules for their dialogue regarding the expected, conservative, fundamentalist stance on homosexuality. Essentially, he agreed not to state the obvious and refused to "go there." Instead, Steve displayed one of the most l...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Churchless christianity: a move of god?
- There's another "move of God" that's sweeping the nations. Have you noticed? Very few of those I've spoken with actually have. There are others who don't necessarily view it as being a literal "movement" because it's not quite as defined as they like. Not to mention those who don't particularly approve of God "moving" in this direction. But as one British minister said to me several years ago, add...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Speaking of speaking in tongues
- A young bible college student once wrote and told me how the college she attends has been teaching that "speaking in tongues" is the sole evidence that one is filled with the Spirit and that no one WAS filled with the Spirit UNLESS they've spoken in tongues. Apparently, that didn't sit well with her and she wanted my opinion.Let me begin by stating that I'm well aware that not all subscribe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The women issue
- The following message entitled THE WOMAN ISSUE is a study for those who truly desire to examine what Scripture says on a very controversial subject: the role of women in the Church. This would make a great bible study or forward the message to church leadership. We will be using The Law of Scriptural Interpretation: every Scripture must be interpreted in light of other Scriptures on the same subje...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Praying church or playing church?
- The western church is seen by the world as anything BUT Christian. We are making no one jealous for what we claim we've found in Christ. Independent and proud of it, our only chance is of winning this "holy war" is to declare our DEPENDENCE upon God. See, our problem is not our weak leaders or our demoralization. It's not Hollywood or Harry Potter.The problem is the church's foolish fearles...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The judgment seat of christ
- The thought of a public examination before the Judgment bar of our Lord should be incentive enough to awaken even the most slumbering saint of God. Yet few, if any, ever give it a second thought. Paul declared, "So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God" (Rom. 14:12). Perhaps if the doctrine of judgment and reward were expounded more from our pulpits there would be more attentio...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The rapture of the church
- The Rapture of the Church will be the most startling event to happen in all of human history. Millions will disappear in "the twinkling of an eye." Great confusion and bewilderment will occupy the minds of those left behind. Many explanations for the disappearance of those missing will be entertained. In the meantime the Church will have been "caught up" in the air to appear before the Lord at the...