694 articles related to "religion"

High Standards and Hypocrisy: Avoiding the Trap of a Divided Life

But nothing covered up is Which shall not be uncovered, Nor hidden Which shall not be known; Wherefore whatever in the darkness ye said, In the light shall be heard; And what in the ear ye spoke in chambers, Shall be proclaimed upon housetops. (Luke...

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A Guide for Youth Ministry Resources

In order to sustain growth, or at least maintain the present levels in church membership from generation to generation, it is vitally important to focus on the special religious needs of young people. With that in mind you will see that there are an ...

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Do you know that Christmas was celebrated before Christ?

Christmas might be oldest holiday that are celebrated by many cultures. And, interestingly, although it is traditionally celebrated during the winter season, there are places that celebrate it during their summer (Australia where December is actually...

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The Rite of Water Baptisim

As Christians, one of the first rites I believe every born-again believer should observe, either at the moment of being saved in the Lord or sometime shortly thereafter, is to be baptized with water. You can either be baptized with water at the momen...

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Praying in Songs for a Specific Purpose When the Words are Few

Sometimes when you can't pray in many words, to fully express your deep desires, due to emotional or other reasons, then one method of overcoming this, is to pray in songs. Know that God is always there with you, whatever your circumstances. T...

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Material Abundance In The End Times

The world of the post-Industrial Revolution is one of vast material wealth, where average citizens enjoy a lifestyle that in generations past would have been the envy of kings and queens. Yet, in spite of this great material prosperity, most of the w...

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Edification of Others

Paul said that "one who speaks in a tongue builds up himself" (1 Corinthians 14:4), and now repeats his insistence that it is preferable to build up the church rather than one's self. He does not say to do both of these things, but contrasts the...

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With First Communion Favors Your Kids Holy Day Will Sure Be A Success

Party supplies and other things that you'll need are probably something you are thinking about if you have a First Communion for your child soon. You'll be making guest lists, planning which type of party supplies that you'll need and ...

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What Does God Think Of Rich People?

What does God think of rich people? You and I know what many people say about rich people. You've probably heard phrases like "filthy rich," "stinking rich," or "greedy rich people," attributed to those who are wealthy. For some, it seems that ...

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My Mother Taught Me A Wrong God

My mother who is currently the President of the devotees of the Mother of Perpetual Help in San Agustin Parish, Diocese of Surigao Del Sur (Philippines) told me that I should not reject the doctrine that Christ is God because Christ is the God who be...

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