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Lord, We Pray for A Win Today

It was thirty minutes before the big game; St. James' Boys School and Holy Cross School were both in their locker rooms waiting to come out for the shoot around warm up. Both coaches assembled their teams and began to pray, "O Almighty God today is the big game and we pray in your name to give our boys a win." Pretty comical when you really look at it, both coaches praying to the same God f. . .

Applying the Word is Power

In God’s plan for every believer is peace, hope, and a good future (Jeremiah. 29:11). It is His will that we live abundant and prosperous lives but the enemy will try to destroy every ounce of peace and hope we have by bringing doubt into our minds. If you are experiencing doubt and discouragement in your life right now, it is because the devil is robbing you of the blessings that God has for . . .

Cultivating Spiritual Intimacy

When two people - destined for each other, come together, there is often an incredible amount of combustibility. Combustion occurs when two or more substances react chemically together, resulting in the giving off of heat and light; often called burning. In the same manner, two people joined together by God can spiritually set each other on fire. However, after being married a while that sens. . .

Live by Faith, Not by Sight

Do you feel like you are experiencing roadblocks to your dreams? Do you feel like you are striving for something but it just seems to elude you? Maybe you are a little discouraged and confused about what God wants for you. Do you wonder if God has a plan for your life? And if He does, why does it remain unfulfilled? There may be a multitude of thoughts running through your mind as you continu. . .

Speak Your Faith

God wants you to live an abundant and prosperous life. But, please don’t think the devil is going to just stand by and watch while God outrageously prospers you. The devil’s whole purpose is to kill, steal, and destroy. (John 10:10) Well, if that’s the case, what are we to do? Ephesians 6:11 says, “Put on the whole armor of God that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.” Tr. . .

How To Tinker With Social Security

The rhetoric about "tinkering" with Social Security in the name of setting aside some of the contributions to private investments is only a play on people who are under forty to gain their support. Before I was forty years old I also thought that the six percent taken from me every week was outrageous and should be eliminated, but that was my youth and selfishness speaking. Today as someone ove. . .

The Man Who Stood Against Rome

“It vexes me that we must read and learn such shameless, gross, crazy lies in the canon law, and must even hold them for Christian doctrine, when they are devilish lies.” This quote by Martin Luther was made in a proposition to the rulers of Germany in An Open Letter to The Christian Nobility of the German Nation Concerning the Reform of the Christian Estate, 1520. Yes, that is right the year w. . .

How the Christian Right is Blowing It

I am not a particularly pious person and I certainly don’t go for the religious ceremony of things like Inaugurations and Graduations. It has always been my belief that we should do our alms in a closet. Whatever you give, keep that info to yourself, is pretty much my policy. In the past few years Christians have taken a lot of heat from liberals and moderates as a result of the Bush administra. . .

Fight the Good Fight

The Bible says the just shall live by faith, and without faith, we cannot please God. (Romans 1:17; Hebrews 11:6) Operating in faith is taking God at His Word by believing what He says is true. We can know that we believe what He says is true if we are acting like it is, for faith without works is dead. (James 2:20) Sometimes we can become so weary in waiting for our dreams to come to pass th. . .

A Word Fitly Spoken ~ Destiny

A Word Fitly Spoken ~ Destiny Brought to you by design twenty three & A Word Fitly Spoken There is a destiny that makes us brothers: none goes his way alone: All that we send into the lives of others Comes back into our own. ~ Edwin Markham ~ American Poet 1852-1940 Destiny: Event or course of events that will inevitably happen in the future; the ultimate agency that predetermines the course of. . .

How to Hear from God

We want to hear from God so that we may be led to pursue the right things. Unfortunately, there are always three voices in every ones head at any given time; God’s voice, the devil’s voice, and the voice of our own flesh. So, how are we to be sure to hear from God with all the noise going on? It really is very simple. If we want to hear from God, we need to shut up the other two. So, how do we. . .

SOBERING DISCIPLINARY WARNING

The transition from 2004 to 2005 has been electrifying. The international ramifications of the deaths of so many people, and the wrecked livelihoods of multitudes of survivors, has brought about an international outpouring of concern and aid in the wake of the massive earthquake and tsunamis that destroyed the coastlines of many nations in the southeast Asian region. This response, even toward. . .

Seven Simple Steps to a Stress-Free Start

Seven Simple Steps to a Stress-Free Start By Pamela Hatheway Most of us lead busy lives, trying to successfully juggle the responsibilities of home and work and personal interests into one cohesive happy life. There is nothing that could better start your busy day than having a smooth stress-free morning. You know the ones where no one raises their voice; no one has to search the bottom of a. . .

Take No Thought for Your Life

Do you worry? Are you concerned about your future to the point where it steals your joy? Jesus said in Matthew 6:25, “Take no thought for your life.” That seems simple enough, but for some reason we don’t get it. We think we have to run our own lives and make things happen. If something isn’t going right we think we have to fix it. There’s nothing more frustrating than trying to make something . . .

Dealing With Disappointment

Have you experienced any disappointments lately? What a dumb question, huh? Life is full of disappointments. But, it’s not so much what happens to us, but how we handle it. When you receive dashed expectations, it will be at that moment when you decide how to react. When things don’t prosper or succeed according to our plan, the first thing we feel is disappointment. This is normal. There . . .

The Only Real Christmas Gift

The Only Real Christmas Gift Lisa Bartley-Lacey, MA. "Fear Not," said the angel, "For I bring you tidings of great joy. For unto you is born this day in Bethlehem - a Savior who is Christ the Lord". Christ is the ultimate Christmas gift! The only real gifts are those given of love and of joy. We spend so much time and energy on external trappings. While it is wonderful to express our lov. . .

How To Change Your Attitudes

What type of person grabs your attention and motivates you? Usually it’s a person who is very passionate about what he or she is doing. She’s on fire and her excitement floods the room she is in. When she talks something inside you gets stirred - the desire also to be passionate about something. Anything! You don’t want to leave her presence because you hope that some of that passion will rub o. . .

Are you facing some challenges in your life?

Are you facing some challenges in your life right now? If so, rejoice! “Count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. Let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.” (James 1:2-4) We all know that athletes need endurance training for physical stamina and mental toughness. When game time . . .

Make a Decision

Is your attitude, “I am a king’s kid and I deserve the best?” It should be, because you are a king’s kid. If you’re born again, you were adopted into the family of Christ and are now joint-heirs to the kingdom of God. What is His, is yours as well (Rom 8:17, Gal 3:29). Let me ask you, are you living from paycheck to paycheck? Do you have unpaid bills lying around? Do you have bald tires on your. . .

Have Faith

Are you believing God for something and see no evidence of anything taking place? It can be frustrating. Especially when you feel like you are in great need for God to act NOW! I used to wonder what God was doing when I needed Him most. I certainly didn’t see Him doing what I thought He should be doing. But, you know, we are to live by faith, not by sight. Hebrews 11:1 says, ‘Faith is the subs. . .

Abiding in the Word

How many Christian people do you know who are bearing no fruit? Jesus said, "Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. (John 15:4) The meaning of the word “abide,” means “to live” or “to dwell.” So, to abide in Christ, means to live in Christ together as one person. Jesus Christ and the Word of God . . .

Doing What You Love

My six year old son thinks that being rich has to do with having money. I try to help him understand that being rich involves a whole lot more. If you have your basic needs met, like food, clothes, and shelter, and you have good health, good relationships, and enough income to cover your living expenses, then you are already rich. Now, if you have all those things and are also doing what you . . .

What Do You Think About Yourself?

What do you think about yourself? How do you view the real you? When you look into the mirror, what are you thinking? Do you think things like, you’re a winner, I’m proud of you, I love you, and I believe in you. Or, are you thinking things like, you’re a failure, you’re stupid, or you’re ugly? What things do you say to yourself on a regular basis? Self-talk is vital! We spend more time with o. . .

Believing Prayer

Have you noticed that most of us have been raised to not believe in positive outcomes? At the same time, we’ve been taught to believe in negative outcomes. Where’s the logic in that? How much more effort does it take to believe in garbage than in positive things? Believing in the positive is vital to our success. If we could only believe that everything will work out and trust that what we want. . .

The Power of Thoughts

How often have you gotten started on something new with great positive energy and everything went well in the beginning? Whether it was a new job, a new relationship, moving to a new area, a new project, anything. You started off with zeal and passion. But after a while you grew tired. Your positive energy began to turn negative and your thoughts began to work against you. Before you knew it yo. . .

The Spirit of Offence

I believe the spirit of offence is on the rise. Jesus said in the last days many will be offended as the love of the church will grow cold. (Matthew 24:10) I see so many people majoring on minor issues such as whether or not we should speak in tongues, whether or not we should baptize babies, whether or not we should prophesy, and a bunch of other stuff that shouldn’t be causing us to gossip, . . .

Making Decisions

Think about what is going on in your life right now. Are there things that you really aren’t thrilled about? Or, are there things that you are really excited about? What are the choices that you made that led up to your current circumstances? There is a cause and effect to everything. You think a thought, and then you decide whether or not to act upon it. If you act upon it, there will be a re. . .

Consider the Conditions You Are In

Consider the condition you are in. Think about your life. Your job, your finances, your health, your relationships. Do you ever wonder what brought about the conditions of each area? How much of it was God? How much of it was other people? How much of it was you? I believe in the law of attraction. Jesus said, “Whatsoever things you desire, when you pray, believe that you receive them and you . . .

Sowing Thoughts of Peace

Thinking thoughts of peace toward every person will bring great peace to us. Whether by the law of attraction or the law of sowing and reaping, it is impossible to give without getting in return. When you give out thoughts of anger, frustration or ill will, they are certain to be returned to you. "The man who thinks hateful thoughts brings hatred upon himself. The man who thinks loving thought. . .

Where Will You Be in 5 Years?

Where will you be in 5 years? Have you thought about it? I’ve heard it said that in 5 years you will be the sum total of the books you read and the people you associate with. What books are you reading and what kind of people are you associating with? I have a friend who is into a particular soap opera and he says it doesn’t affect him emotionally. I disagree very strongly. I know this soap we. . .

Praying with Expectation

Did you know that expectation is the key to receiving all the good things God has for you? It is written, “Whatsoever things you desire when you pray, believe you receive them and you shall have them.” (Mark11:24) Believe you receive, or expect! What good does it do to pray without expecting God to answer? You might as well be talking to a tree. The Bible says, “Without faith, it is impossible. . .

THE 15’S (OR PERSONAL FITNESS FOR THE REST OF US)

We’ve read it all before. Exercise is good for us. 20 minutes of aerobic exercise, three times a week will increase our energy levels and change our life. If we want to have a long and enjoyable life, we need to be intentional about our physical fitness. If we want to lose weight, we need to take in fewer calories and burn off more. Health clubs probably make a mint off of all of us that have . . .

Of Snakes and Terrorism

With the passing of Arafat, the Middle East will take on a slightly different face, allowing the possibilities for prophetic fulfillment to speed up. The pathway is now open for renewed efforts to procure peace in the Middle East, using the avenue of the formation of the promised Palestinian State. But this window of opportunity may not remain open for long. Indeed pressure is now mounting. . .

A FRESH LOOK AT ALUMNI RELATIONS: Turn Your Effort Upside-down & Revolutionize your Fun...

Have you ever thought of your alumni relations activities as the preeminent part of your school’s advancement effort? Or do your colleague have an “I-suppose-it’s-important-but-I’m-not-really-sure-what-they-do” mentality about your staff? Far too often, alumni relations is seen as a second-class citizen in development, sort of a simple minded cousin that the family lets hang around. Part of the. . .

The Power of Healthy Words

Title: The Power of Healthy Words Author: Patricia Wagner Format: Word wrapped at 60 characters per line Article Word Count: 677 Contact Author: mailto:wagner.art@verizon.net Date of Copyright: copyright © 2004 by Patricia Wagner Author Photo: http://www.a-to-z-wellness.com/Images/PWagner.jpg Receive new articles: http://www.a-to-z-wellness.com/article-updates.htm Other Availabl. . .

We Must be Ready. But How?

Revelation 19:7 states, “Let us rejoice and give honor unto him: for the marriage of the Lamb is come, and his wife hath made herself ready.” Our salvation is not accomplished by anything we can do, or be. Our redemption is through the blood of the Lamb, shed for our sins. Our only responsibility in regard to our salvation is to admit our own sinfulness, realize our total lack of any abi. . .

CONNECT THESE DOTS:

There is a prophetic mosaic that few have attempted to explain, because it’s fulfillment appears to be shrouded in a cloak of elusiveness, and at the moment, seeming improbability. Yet we know it must be fulfilled sometime within the next few years, or other prophecies which directly hinge on it will not be able to be fulfilled. This prophetic anomaly revolves around how, and when, Israel will . . .

How to Jump-start Your Emotional Health

Title: How to Jump-start Your Emotional Health Author: Patricia Wagner Article Word Count: 674 Contact Author: mailto:wagner.art@verizon.net Date of Copyright: copyright © 2004 by Patricia Wagner Author Photo: http://www.a-to-z-wellness.com/Images/PWagner.jpg Receive new articles: http://www.a-to-z-wellness.com/article-updates.htm Other Available Articles by Patricia Wagner . . .

Embracing Change

I love Jesse Duplantis! He is on TBN every Monday night and if I don’t get a chance to tune in I’ll tape his show and watch him later. If you got a chance to see him the other night, you will recall he was talking about embracing change. Most people that I know hate change. They despise it with a passion. Jesse says people hate change because they are insecure and they are afraid of themselves. . .

Tips for a Healthy and Balanced Life

Taking good care of yourself is mandatory! The following tips are all required to maintain a healthy, happy, and prosperous life. ~ Eat a healthy diet We all know we need to provide our physical bodies with high quality fuel if we want it to run properly. We should concentrate on eating a regular healthy diet high in nutrients and keep junk food to a minimum. Also include herbal and vitamin su. . .

Take a Chance

"For of all sad words of tongues or pen, the saddest are these: It might have been." - John Greenleaf Whittier It is common in today's culture to use the parting words, "take care" or "take it easy." Playing it safe, not rocking the boat and waiting until all conditions are just right, have become the doctrines of many. Internationally renowned speaker and consultant Faith Popcorn identified. . .

Are You a Victim?

Do you find yourself living from paycheck to paycheck? Do you often feel overwhelmed, tired, and worn out? Are you in debt? Is there no enjoyment in what you do? If the answer to any four of these questions is a yes, then ask yourself a simple question. Why am I not living my dream? I find that most people go through life, just enduring it. They become numb to their problems. Things are just . . .

The Blessing of the Lord, It Maketh Rich

Have you ever found yourself being super frustrated trying to do something and never getting anywhere. It seems no matter how hard you try nothing seems to work. I have discovered that wherever there is an annointing on something for me to do, there is an "eaze" about it. For example, playing instruments come easy for me, but when it comes to singing, forget about it! I don't hold a pitch too . . .

What's Your Purpose?

Why are you on the earth? Most people that I aim that question to, don’t have an answer for it. I believe every one of us is here to do something special. It is our job to discover what that something is and fulfill it. It has taken me many years of questions, trials, and errors to get my own purpose clear. Once I got clear about my life's purpose, I became clear about what I needed to do on a. . .

A Strong Anchor

Stories have been told about the only thing that saved the lives of the people aboard a ship in a storm was a strong anchor. But, there are also stories of those who perished when their anchor did not hold. Luke and the Apostle Paul were aboard a ship that was tossed by a raging storm. Luke writes in Acts 27:29, about the actions of the crew, “Fearing that we would be dashed against the rocks, . . .

Right Thinking

Nothing ever happens by chance. Everything, good or bad, that comes into our lives is a result of unvarying, inescapable law and we are the operators of that law. I believe in luck, and I believe we create it ourselves, whether it be good or bad. Consciously, or unconsciously, we have ourselves at some time or another produced every condition, desirable, or undesirable, either in our bodily he. . .

Seborrheic Dermatitis: An Over-the-Counter Remedy

Don't you just hate depending on prescription medicine to control your Seborrheic Dermatitis? I did! When I was first diagnosed with Seborrheic Dermatitis five years ago I was relieved to finally find out what I had. Then the doctor prescribed me with a cream that I needed to use to control it. I found out the size of the tube the cream came in and how much it cost. Needless to say, I was no lo. . .

How To Increase Your Chances of Getting Your Article Published

How To Increase Your Chances of Getting Your Article Published Publishers and webmasters can spend massive amounts of time just trying to gather their articles for publication. The simple process of trying to obtain an article can be frustrating. The longer it takes for the publisher to acquire your article the easier it is for them to walk away. Some publishers aren't as determined as others . . .

The Doctors Corner: What is in the News, Why Better, Safer, Healthier is important.

brought to us by: Dr. Michael McCullough The Inside Dish On Your Home's Dirty Little Secret Here's the proposition: what if there was a simple machine that could easily take care of one of housekeeping's most unpleasant tasks in record time. What if it came with just one teensy tiny little trade-off: every time you used it, it filled your home with toxic fumes. Not a trade-off you're willing . . .

Product Promoting: Getting The Response

When you publish a content site there are times when affiliate products are not the only products you want to recommend. Situations when you'll find you'll want to promote a non-affiliate businesses' product(s). So you'll have to set out to ask permission to do so. And when you request to use other businesses' copyrighted material, such as graphics or content, you want to be certain to receive . . .

Expectations

"If you keep on saying things are going to be bad, you have a good chance of being a profit." - Isaac Bashevis Singer Life is in many regards a self-fulfilling prophecy. You generally get out of it what you expect. If you expect to have a great time at a party, then you will most likely have a great time. If you expect your business to fail, then it most likely will. If you expect your marriag. . .

Experience More Joy and Less Loneliness Through Self-Acceptance

"What a man thinks of himself, that is what determines, or rather indicates, his fate." - Henry David Thoreau Some of the healthiest marriages that we know of consist of two people who each like themselves. We believe that it is impossible to experience all of the joy that a committed relationship has to offer unless you like yourself. That means accepting your weaknesses as well as your stren. . .

God’s Glory is Real Even When We Don’t See It

God’s glory is real even when we don’t see it. On gray, gloomy, rainy days, high above the overcast sky, the sun continues to shine. We can’t feel its warmth or see its beauty, but it still exists. God’s beauty and His love for us are real even when our circumstances are difficult. If we think “above the clouds,” we can have hope knowing that God is still there. Just as gray, gloomy, overcast . . .

The Healing Power of Forgiveness

"To err is human; to forgive, divine." - Alexander Pope Unforgiveness can destroy any relationship and a marriage is no exception. It can also destroy the person who holds on to it. Studies have shown that unforgiveness can even make you sick. Unforgiveness can lead to resentment, anger, bitterness and cynicism. How can you have an awesome relationship with someone that you are bitter toward. . .

The Grass Is Always Greener on the Other Side of the Fence

"A child on a farm sees a plane fly overhead and dreams of a faraway place. A traveler on the plane sees the farmhouse and dreams of home." - Carl Burns It is very easy for us to compare our lives with that of others. It is almost second nature at times to look at what someone else has and think that our lives would be better if only we had that too. It could be money, fame, power, position, . . .

Procrastination - The Thief of Success

"This one makes a net, this one stands and wishes. Would you like to make a bet which one gets the fishes?" - Chinese rhyme Procrastination is one of the hardest bad habits to get out of. Putting off today what you can do tomorrow, indecision, wishing, not taking advantage of an opportunity, not acting on an idea, waiting for the perfect moment, thinking that you don't have the time, distracti. . .

Quiet Time - Where Dreams are Born

"Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly." - Langston Hughes We recently heard that Americans today have more free time than any other generation before us. Do you feel like you have more free time today than you used to? If you are like most people, your answer is no. We try to pack so many activities into every day that we don't have time for ref. . .

Envy Is Ignorance

Copyright © Jan Tincher - All Rights reserved http://www.tameyourbrain.com Do you ever look at other people's results or accomplishments with envy? We all have, haven't we? Does this do you any good? No. Do you know why? Because you can only think one thing at a time. If envy is what you choose to think about, then guess what. That's what you ARE thinking about. Those people you are envy. . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/21/03) Elusive Peace

"Today's Devotion" For August 21, 2003 Read: Colossians 3:1-17 Psalm 37 ELUSIVE PEACE by Rev. Richard Boeck "Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful."(Col.3:15) Tuesday night the evening news reports fairly screamed the news, "Baghdad headquarters of the U.N. bombed by suicide bomber." Then, yesterday morning, Wed. . .

6 dramatic ways to establish you are an expert

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11 Powerful Advantages of a Home Based Business

11 Powerful Advantages of and Internet Home Business By David Wakerley Owning a business online has several huge advantages over an offline one. Right now the rules are being rewritten by people like you and e who have seen the future of business and are seeing massive results from selling their product online around the world! Here are 11 HIDDEN advantages that represent the Powerful and Prac. . .

Its ALL in the Book!

Its ALL in the Book! By David Wakerley http://www.financial-abundance.com A couple of weeks ago I read a book that I bought in one of those $4.95 books sales, you know the ones where you grab about 7 books and it only costs you $50. Well it caught my eye so I sat down and started to read it… The book was about solving money problems and achieving prosperity etc. It wasn’t long before I suddenly. . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/20/03) Always Ready

"Today's Devotion" For August 20, 2003 Read: Colossians 4:2-6 Psalm 96 ALWAYS READY by Rev. Richard Boeck "But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect..."(I Pet.3:15) A while back I mentioned that as I cool off from my workout, I greet peop. . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/18/03) Slow Down You Move Too Fast

"Today's Devotion" For August 18, 2003 Read: I Corinthians 13 Psalm 130 SLOW DOWN YOU MOVE TOO FAST by Rev. Richard Boeck "I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in His Word I put my hope."(Ps.130:5) The young, successful executive was traveling very quickly down the neighborhood street in his new Jaguar. Watching for kids darting out from between parked cars, his Jag was suddenly hit by. . .

Would You Like To Get Into The *Zone*?

Do you know what *The Zone* is? The Zone is a place where you are in control, you are on top of the situation, you are succeeding effortlessly. Can you remember a specific time and place like that: at work, in sports, at home, or whenever? Remember it fully. Step into that experience, and as you do, take your time to appreciate the state you are now in -- seeing and hearing the experience ag. . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/19/03) Compelled By Christ's Love

"Today's Devotion" For August 19, 2003 Read: II Corinthians 5:11-21 Psalm 51 COMPELLED BY CHRIST'S LOVE by Rev. Richard Boeck "And He died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for Him who died for them and was raised again."(IICor.5:15) "Whatever compelled you to do that?" the angry father asked his teenaged son who had just been arrested for joyriding in . . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/16/03) Who's Listening

"Today's Devotion" For August 16, 2003 Read: I Samuel 3:1-18 Psalm 20 WHO'S LISTENING? by Rev. Richard Boeck "...call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you and you will glorify Me." (Ps.50:15) You've seen the commercial. The ordinary guy, wearing a jacket and glasses, holding a cell phone to his ear, and repeatedly stopping and asking, "Can you hear me now?" And then it seem. . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/12/03) Who's To Blame?

"Today's Devotion" For August 12, 2003 Read:Genesis 3:1-20 Romans 5:12-21 WHO'S TO BLAME? by Rev. Richard Boeck "For if, by the trespass of the one man, death reigned through that one man, how much more will those who receive God's abundant provision of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the One Man, Jesus Christ."(Rom.5:17) "W. . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/14/03) Keeping Tabs

"Today's Devotion" For August 14, 2003 Read: II Corinthians 5:11-21 Psalm 130 KEEPING TABS by Rev. Richard Boeck "If You, O Lord, keep a record of my sins, O Lord, who can stand? But with You there is forgiveness; therefore You are feared."(Ps.130:3,4) We use technology in so many ways these days, it's hard to keep track of everything. In fact, that's what we do with a great deal of our . . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/13/03) Godliness With Contentment

"Today's Devotion" For August 13, 2003 Read: I Timothy 6:3-19 Philippians 4:10-13 GODLINESS WITH CONTENTMENT by Rev. Richard Boeck "But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that."(ITim.6:6-8) "Surgeons operated on health hearts for profit, paper says.". . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/15/03) Turn On The Light

Today's Devotion" For August 15, 2003 Read: John 1:1-18 I John 1:5-2:8 TURN ON THE LIGHT by Rev. Richard Boeck "The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned."(Is.9:2) "Turn out the lights, the party's over..." So goes a line from an old country western song. Don Meredith, one of the original Monday Night . . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/11/03) Quiet and Rest

"Today's Devotion" For August 11, 2003 Read: Mark 6:30-34 Psalm 62 QUIET AND REST by Rev. Richard Boeck "...He (Jesus) said to them (the Twelve), "Come with Me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest."(Mk.6:31b) Well, it's Monday again. The weekend is over. The day of rest is past. Everyone's ready to go in a new week. Right? Or not! Most people I talk to don't find their weeken. . .

"Today's Devotion": (08/09/03) So What's Eating You?

"Today's Devotion" For August 9, 2003 Read: II Corinthians 13:11-14 Psalm 8 SO WHAT'S EATING YOU? by Rev. Richard Boeck "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."(Jn.14:27) There's a story about three men who were discussing the condition of obesity and the overall health of people. One . . .

CHRISSY'S ESSAY ON LIFE

Chrissy's Essay on Life Life is like a puzzle. One piece missing is like one missing day in your life and just as you need every piece to finish the puzzle, you must have all the days, months and years to complete every lesson you learn in life. The puzzle is sometimes hard to put together. In life it is sometimes hard to accept all the challenges. Some people buy the puzzle but never put it t. . .

CHRISSY CONTEMPLATES

Chrissy Contemplates Fishing season is coming up and I'm looking forward to keeping the fish I catch. If you catch a fish out of season and keep it, you may spend 90 days in jail and be fined up to $2000.00! Even though you really want to keep the fish, you can't because it's best for the fish population if the fish lives. So, we can't kill a fish out of season but a doctor can abort a baby an. . .

KAREN'S TIPS FOR YOUR OWN BUSINESS

Karen's Tips For Your Own Business 1. You must speak up and advertise! You have to advertise because otherwise no one would know about your business. So perhaps you could write a press release. (like we did for Catholic Kids) 2. It's good to use a little marketing. A little marketing is good. It convinces people to buy things from your business. Another great marketing idea is to give away a. . .

Buts Are Nice

Buts Are Nice By Jan Tincher No, you can't have a raise . . . No, you can't go to the show tonight . . . No, you can't have an extra $5.00 . . . No, you can't have a new dress . . . BUT . . . And there should always be one . . . You CAN have, be, do something else. Why make *no* mean what it has meant to generations of people? Point in Progress here == What does *no* mean to you? No. Period.. . .

TIPS TO SEE FATHER

Tips to see Father (for Short Kids!) Sometimes the Eucharistic Ministers try to give me "the blessing" instead of Communion, but I've learned some tricks to share about being small. 1. Always get to Mass early and get a front row seat. 2. If you don't get a front row seat, make sure the person in front of you is a short kid and in front of that kid there is a short kid, and so on. . . 3. Get. . .

Church on Sunday. . . Is it Important?

Church on Sunday. . . Is it Important? Many people in the diocese of Lansing don't go to church on a weekly basis, in fact, 40% to be exact! I was listening in church today and Father was saying that when Easter or Christmas comes up, around 95% of Catholics go to church. But when those days are over, the percentage drops down to 60% again. Father also told us that on Easter this year, 1,000 pe. . .

Change Your Writing, Change Your Life

Do you want to make a change? You can, and very easily too. Did you know that your penmanship tells a lot about you? If you are flamboyant, your writing will be flamboyant also. If you draw within yourself, your writing will be small, self-contained. Therefore, it stands to reason, if you change your penmanship, you will see corresponding changes in your life. You've heard people say, "I. . .