Tag: Christ
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The Last World War?
by ProfDave, ©2023 (Oct. 11, 2023) — What a weekend! As I watched the news of war in the Middle East I felt a sinking feeling of dread. Is this IT!? The beginning of the Last World War? Thanks be to the Presence of God, I have not feared death for years, but I am…
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And Lead Us Not Into Temptation
by Jerry Newcombe, New American Prophet, ©2023 (Sep. 29, 2023) — In scanning the headlines, it’s amazing how many of them chronicle the fall of those who have given themselves over into one temptation after another. We are all sinners. We all need the salvation Christ has provided for sinners through His atoning death. But…
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National Day of Prayer
by ProfDave, ©2023 (May 3, 2023) — We are approaching the National Day of Prayer Thursday. Is God just a private thing? Just Jesus and I and the rest of you go hang? Is religion just about the flowers on the altar and an hour or so on Sunday morning, the attendance and the offering? …
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The Letters
by Sarah Earlene Shere, Hosanna Heralds, ©2023 (Feb. 17, 2023) — [See previous installments in this series here.] February 19, 1864 Dear Child, I have felt it laid upon my heart by our Lord to address the subject of worship. You have mentioned, in the past, a concern that your devotion to your beloved may…
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The Lamplighter’s Gift
by Sarah Earlene Shere, Hosanna Heralds, ©2022 (Dec. 24, 2022) — [Editor’s Note: See the previous parts of this story here.] Conclusion “Together, we’re bringing light to our world, just like Christ did!” Phineas could almost hear his little Cordelia’s voice as he lit the candle stub at the center of the wreath. The tears…
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My Next Life
by ProfDave, ©2022 (May 17, 2022) — Most people hope to go to heaven but are in no hurry to get there. Have you made reservations? All of life is preparation for eternity. “I can only imagine” (Mercy Me). Christians see death as a door into eternity. On the other side of that door there…
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How to have a Life-changing Encounter with the Living God
by ProfDave, ©2022 (Feb. 3, 2022) — To have a life-changing encounter with the Living God is as simple as ABC (though it may not be easy). No special ceremonies, formulas or professionals are required. You don’t have to learn anything, understand everything, or clean up your act. All that comes later, as needed. Start…
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Peace on Earth and Christmas Wars
by ProfDave, ©2021 (Dec. 23, 2021) — Another season of the Christmas wars. Yes, I am mildly offended by the pervasive effort to forget what Christmas is all about. Jesus is the reason for the season. And the determined efforts of some well-heeled Grinches to stamp Christmas out altogether are chilling. Can’t help feeling that…
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Advent, Xmas & Newtown
by ProfDave, ©2020 (Dec. 1, 2020) — Whatever it is, Sweet Saturnalia, Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays, the stores have been at it since September. Someone has said Christians shouldn’t get all bent out of shape at this time of year. Neither should secularists. The department stores created all the hoopla about Christmas in the…
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The Dilemma of Christian Never Trumpers
“ALL HAVE FALLEN SHORT” by Maurice Hamel, ©2020 (Oct. 5, 2020) — Because Donald Trump is a brash personality with an uncivilized past, some people feel that the presidential election will be decided over personalities, rather than issues. There are those who cannot bring themselves to look at a spoiled rich kid in his later…
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Dark Night of the Soul
“ADVERSITY STRENGTHENS RESOLVE” by former Army Captain Gary Mason, ©2020 (Feb. 7, 2020) — [Editor’s Note: The following essay was written for a course titled, “Leading Spiritual Renewal” as part of former U.S. Army Captain Gary Mason’s Doctor of Ministry in Military Ministry curriculum at Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA.] My question is, “How…
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Praise God He Still Heals Our Afflictions
I AM LIVING PROOF, CHAPTER 11 by Bob Russell, ©2018 (Aug. 26, 2018) — The second Saturday of every month at Lifechanger Church in Claremore is Manna Ministry Saturday. We provide a hot meal and a box full of groceries to people in need. Between the meal and passing out groceries they receive a message…
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An Ethical and Moral Conundrum, Wrapped in an Enigma
CIVIL LAW VS. GOD’S LAW by Michael Gaddy, ©2015, blogging at The Rebel Madman (Dec. 25, 2015) — As one could imagine, having read my previous works, I am having an extremely difficult time in understanding a great number of those who refer to themselves as “Christians” lately. I believe there could be no better…
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Crippled America
A NO-NONSENSE EDUCATIONAL AND MOTIVATIONAL DISSERTATION ON HOW TO MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN by Neil Turner, ©2015 (Dec. 1, 2015) — An Open Letter TO: Donald Trump (thru Michael D. Cohen, Esq: V.P. & Special Counsel to Donald Trump) Donald McGahn, Esq., Counsel to Donald Trump; Dear Mr. Trump; Thank you for publishing “Crippled America”, a…
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“Why We Are Afraid” of Islam pb
IS THE FEAR JUSTIFIED? by Capt. Joseph R. John (Ret.), ©2015, Co-Founder, CombatVeteransForCongress (Feb. 7, 2015) — This op-ed is designed to contribute, in some small measure, toward halting the erosion of the unity of American citizens against radical Islamic terrorists as the primary national threat America is faced with today. Obama has repeatedly tried…
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Hallelujah!
A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF CHRIST’S BIRTH by Pastor Robert McCurry, ©2014 (Dec. 24, 2014) — Greetings, my friends, Jesus Christ is Lord! Jesus Christ is God! He came to save His people from their sin! Opera Company of Philadelphia “Hallelujah!” Random Act of Culture at Macy’s New York 8,727,499 views https://www.youtube.co/watch?v=wp_RHnQ-jgU Christmas Food Court Flash…
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Path to American Greatness – AND Obama Is Not on It
REBUILD AND ACKNOWLEDGE OUR MORAL AND CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION by Dr. Laurie Roth, ©2014 (May 22, 2014) — Everyone in the world knows we are a unique and fairly new nation founded mostly by Christians and built on Christian principles reflecting the Holy Bible, not Islam or any other religion. When the United States started putting…
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A Christmas Message from Steve and Patti Stockman
“CHRISTMAS IS A STATE OF MIND” from Rep. Steve Stockman (Dec. 25, 2013) — Good news from heaven the angels bring, Glad tidings to the earth they sing: To us this day a child is given, To crown us with the joy of heaven. – Martin Luther Dear Friend, Christmas, a beautiful day of feasting…
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A Peaceful Christmas to All
“THE LIGHT OF LIFE” by Sharon Rondeau (Dec. 23, 2011) — Jesus, or “Yeshua,” might not have been born on December 25, as most of the world celebrates. Some scholars believe that he was born during the festival of Sukkot during the harvest season, or sometime between the spring and fall. One author believes that…
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Courage and Faith are what is needed in a Hostile World
DO WE HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? by MACC Editor’s Note: The following editorial came in the form of an email to the Editor, hence the use of the second person (you) throughout the piece. (Dec. 1, 2010) — I just read your article called “Have We Become A Nation of Spectators?” The answer to that…