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In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth for one single purpose, that He might fellowship with His children. And God is faithful, for it is by God Himself that we were called unto the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord (1 Corinthians 1:9).

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One of the most important and influential books written in the past half-century, Robert M. Pirsig's Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance is a powerful, moving, and penetrating examination of how we live . . . and a breathtaking meditation on how to live better. Here is the book that transformed a generation: an unforgettable narration of a summer motorcycle trip across America's Northwest, undertaken by a father and his young son.

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Thy Word is a Lamp unto my Feet, and a Light unto my Path (Psalm 119:105). And I will delight myself in thy commandments, which I have loved (Psalms 119:47). Oh how I love thy law! It is my meditation all the day (Psalms 119:97). Forever, O Lord, thy word is settled in heaven (Psalms 199:89). Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away (Matthew 24:35). What is it about these words that compel us to further inquiry? Why, they are Spirit! and they are Life!

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Excerpt from the Preface "This little book of poems and photographs was commissioned by a fence! Yes, it’s true; it was commissioned by an old fence that has become my friend. I’ll explain here, briefly, how this happened. Most days, for a dozen or more years, I have taken an early morning walk down the street from my house in Watsonville, Califo ia. I go through a gate, walk alongside an apple orchard, and then I circle around fields where strawberries and raspberries are grown. Beside the dirt road I follow is an ancient fence.

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Imaging and cherishing yourself - Imagine learning to make your own personal deck of divinatory cards and then learning to consult them! You can do it! One by one you can create lovely cards by selecting images, cutting them out and pasting them on to pieces of matboard. Each SoulCollage® card you make will reflect one facet of your Self and or Soul, while the evolving deck will reflect the whole panorama which is "you" as a whole Being ---- your SoulCollage. I guarantee you will cherish your cards as if you were holding yourself in your hands.

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Read the Bible. That’s it? That’s it! Read the Bible. . . But reading the Bible is hard! And I don’t know where to start! Sometimes I just don’t get what it’s saying! I don’t have the time! I’m afraid! What if I do it wrong! Ugh! Have no fear. Today, right now, you can join the thousands, hundreds of thousands, maybe even millions of people who have learned how to use technology to help them fit Bible reading into their busy day. Finally, a wholly positive use of modern technology! Some join one of the many services that will read the Bible to you.

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Today we address the question: "What is your Heaven View?" And: "Did you know that your Heaven View directly impacts your Worldview?" Even: "By your Heaven and Worldview, Can you unloose Jesus' shoes? These are issues addressed in every one of our DSR's (Paul's Primers Daily Scripture Reading Bible Study Podcast's). Let's begin with a brief review.

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This week, I would like to share some thoughts on meditation, along with a guided imagery. To prepare for meditation, you may wish to do some yoga stretches to loosen your muscles and tendons before sitting. Find a comfortable place to sit where you won't be interrupted for at least 15 minutes. You may choose to sit on the floor or in a chair. It is important that your back be straight so all your organs can align in their right and proper places and the energy of life can move freely with your breath. We come to meditation for the purpose of establishing our conscious union with God.

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In this article I will discuss a foundation principle underlying the SoulCollage® practice, the principle of "The One and the Many" and the symbolism and importance of the "Source" SoulCollage® Card. In my book, SoulCollage®, I was brief about these key issues, and even here I can barely begin to touch on ideas mystics and philosophers have pondered for centuries. In brief, here is my position and the one on which I have built the SoulCollage® practice: I am one whole, unique person and, at the same time, I am made up of many parts. You are the same.

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During World War II, parachutes were made by the thousands. The work was tedious. Women, and sometimes men, would hunch over sewing machines for 8 or 10 or 12 hours a day. They would sew what seemed like endless seams of colorless fabric. The sheer boredom of what these workers were doing ...

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God wants a family, and he created you to be a part of it. This is one of God's purposes for your life, which he planned before you were born. The entire Bible is the story of God building a family who will love him, honor him and reign with him forever. Because God is love, he treasures ...God wants a family, and he created you to be a part of it. This is one of God's purposes for your life, which he planned before you were born. The entire Bible is the story of God building a family who will love him, honor him and reign with him forever.

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What IS Paganism And Neo-Paganism? One of the purposes of the this article is to disseminate true and factual information conce ing Paganism to not only the general public, but also Law enforcement agencies, religious organizations, governmental agencies, etc. In the past there have been ...

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You were planned for God's pleasure. The moment you were born into the world, God was there as an unseen witness, smiling at your birth. He wanted you alive, and your arrival gave him great pleasure. God did not need to create you, but he chose to create you for his own enjoyment. You exist for ...You were planned for God's pleasure. The moment you were born into the world, God was there as an unseen witness, smiling at your birth. He wanted you alive, and your arrival gave him great pleasure. God did not need to create you, but he chose to create you for his own enjoyment.

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REINCA ATION From a Witches Glossary at http://www.dynionmwyn.net/glossary.html: REINCA ATION: 1) the doctrine of rebirth of the spirit. Or 2) the process of repeated inca ations (lives), in physical form to allow the evolution of the soul. From Wikipedia: “Reinca ation is the religious or philosophical belief that the soul or spirit, after biological death, begins a new life in a new body... depending on the moral quality of the previous life's actions.”

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Rudraksha Beads have been used from very ancient times all over the world by ancient Gurus, Pundits and Sages in India who very well knew about their beneficial effects. The word Rudraksha, comes from the two Sanskrit words Rudra, which means Lord Shiva, and Aksha, meaning “eyes”. Botanically, the rudraksha tree is known as Elaeocarpus Ganitrus Roxb. The Seed of this plant has a rough surface and a hole running through it from top to bottom. Each seed also possesses from 1 to 21 vertical lines running down its surface, like the longitude lines on a globe.

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Every man was once a boy. And every little has dreams, big dreams, dreams of being the hero, of beating the bad guys, of doing daring feats and rescuing the damsel in distress. Every little girl has dreams, too: of being rescued by her prince and swept up into a great adventure, knowing that she is the beauty. But what happens to those dreams when we grow up? Walk into most churches, have a look around, and ask yourself: What is a Christian man? Without listening to what is said, look at what you find there. Most Christian men are . . . bored.

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A Press Release is a great tool in internet marketing services. Once you know the basics involved in writing a Press Release, you'll find it's a pretty simple process to put one together. In fact, if you conform to "industry standards" and include the information that reporters and editors are expecting to find, your press release stands a very good chance of actually being used. Here are the formatting rules you need to follow: Use mixed case. NEVER SUBMIT A PRESS RELEASE IN ALL UPPER CASE LETTERS.

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What can blogging do? "Blogging, Blogging everywhere, not a penny in my account". Some people are able to earn a handsome amount of money from blogging, but for some people, earning from blogging is a far-fetched dream. If you are among the few who are yet to know what blogging means orrn if you do not know how to earn from your blog, here is an attempt to present a road map to start earning from your blog. Blogging is defined as "A frequent, chronological publication of personal thoughts and Web links". Simply speaking blogging means writing and publishing your thoughts and views.

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Boxing is one of the ways to loose weight easily. Out of all the ways to use your hands for combat applications, boxing remains one of the very best. Boxing provides a brilliant way to move your body in order to hit without being hit. In recent years, however, boxing has moved out of competitive environments and into health clubs. The reason for this is boxing provides a tremendous means in which one can burn fat and develop lean muscle mass. It is considered as one of the effective fast weight loss tips. There are those, however, who do not see such value in boxing as a form of exercise.

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Breaking into the field of online marketing services is not as easy as some marketers would have you believe. It is most likely not the first time you hear this. Many are trying hard but few really succeed. For some people, the dream starts when the daily routine, job dissatisfaction, lack of time or lack of financial resources push the individuals into a search for a change in their lives . What does this mean? Today, life, for a lot of individuals is a constant struggle. Many families rely on two or three sources of income to get by, let alone saving some money.

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Green tea has been around for thousands of years and is more popular than ever. For centuries green tea has been a staple in the diets of many families around the world and have been part of some fast weight loss tips. And the benefits of this beverage are not just limited to a pleasant drinking taste. Numerous scientific studies have shown that green tea has numerous health benefits and that drinking it can improve your health. The idea of health benefits related to green tea consumption has been discussed for years.

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The internet is an optimum source of information over the world wide web. As such, it is a given that people log on to the internet primarily because they are looking for something they want to know more about, read more about, or research more about. Given this fact, it becomes very important that your website is filled with useful content for people to read. It doesn’t matter if you are keeping an information portal type of a website or an e-commerce site. You need content. You need articles.

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Website Traffic is what a website needs to be successful. It is traffic that can provide the income a website needs to sustain itself. And if it were a business oriented website, you surely are going to achieve the sales quota for the day to earn a good amount of money. While setting up a website seems easy, driving traffic to it is actually the biggest problem of all. But of course, for every problem, there is always a solution. To solve the problem associated with a slow day on your website is the tell-a-friend script.

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The concept of TV is changing with innovations in technology; there is no longer any need of a separate television set in your home in order to watch television. Now online televisions can provide you more channels than any cable network on your computer in a lesser price. One such Internet TV system is ‘I software TV’ which is claimed by its owners to be the future of television, which works online and you don’t need anything other than a personal computer and an internet connection to run this system.

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The simple answer for the question is we humans are slaves to habit. Hypnosis is an excellent tool for eliminating bad habits and creating good habits. Before starting on any fast weight loss tips, it is essential to break a bad habit. Before you begin any weight loss program, it is very important that possible medical reasons for excess weight be diagnosed. Get a clean bill of health from your doctor. This usually comes as an "eat right and exercise more" statement. We sometimes find ourselves living to eat rather than eating to live.

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The “Master Cleanse Secrets” ebook has been created by Raylen Sterling, but the actual master cleanse formula has been in use for the past 50 years. Something that increased the curiosity of the public in the master cleanse diet was the announcement made my Beyonce Knowles on the Oprah Winfrey show that she had lost 20 pounds using it. The diet basically requires you take 2 Tablespoons of organic lemon juice, Tablespoons of organic grade B maple syrup, 1/10 Teaspoon ground cayenne pepper and mix them all in 10 oz of filtered water. This creates one serving of the cleansing lemonade.

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One advantage of doing business online is that you can start from scratch without investing much money. Here is a 27 Step Action Plan to help you get started... 1. List 5 hobbies, interests or areas of expertise. If you want to start a new business through the help of internet marketing services, you'd better choose a subject that you like and a subject where you can show expertise. You will have more fun and you will be more competitive. 2. Brainstorm a list of keywords and phrases related to those hobbies and interests.

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There are as many definitions of Web 2.0 as there are people trying to define the term, and looking for a definition can only lead to confusion. O'Reilly Media is an American media company that has been publishing books on web development since the time that there were only a few hundred websites on the Internet.

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For many years I thought that Passover was primarily the recollection of historical events. I thought it was the time of year that Jews (and others) show respect for the miraculous freedom that God granted a people enslaved for hundreds of years in Egypt. But the more I study, the more I understand that Passover, or Pesach, which is the English transliteration of the Hebrew word, is much more than a holiday to honor history. It is, in fact, an annual window of opportunity for me to recognize and celebrate my own personal freedom from spiritual oppression.

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An Inspirational Mother's Day Story by Kay Kopit Road to Mariah A Telephone Call That Changed Lives As we are walking in the house my husband Bryan excitedly says, “The red light is blinking, pick it up, it might be someone important!” Unde eath strewn clothes and luggage is an answering ...

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“Will you stop it?” I nervously repeated to my brother John. “Stop it; I just want to get home before someone sees us.” We were schlepping a huge wire shopping cart filled with a big bird, a big dead bird, and all the accoutrements for the next day’s Thanksgiving dinner. The sign on the ...

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God is an invisible Spirit (John 4:24; Colossians 1:15). God is love, and those who dwell in love dwell in God, and God in them (First John 4:16). God is the Source (Selfless Giver) of the Spirit which, like manna, rains down upon the just and unjust alike. His Spirit is there for the taking, ...

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When problems arise in your organization they need to be dealt with immediately and with a collectively developed problem solving process. Those affected by both the problem and its solution need to be a part of the team that goes through the process and develops solutions to resolve the ...When problems arise in your organization they need to be dealt with immediately and with a collectively developed problem solving process.

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The rough, russet carpet of the front room of our tiny apartment was threadbare. My brother John, age 7, and I, age 9, scooted and ran around this space, unaware that we lived below the poverty line. Our father had recently deceased and my mother was desperately trying to support the two of ...

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I have always been a list maker. As far back as I can remember it has been routine for me to systemize my life with layers of words shaping the next day’s activities, work, communication, reports and generally anything that has been my responsibility. I started this habit as a child and to ...

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At Christmas time all my friends seemed happy, friendly and excited for the big day when Santa Claus would deliver presents to their house. My father was Jewish and my mother gentile which was why when I was growing up Christmas was more of a celebration of family getting together, eating, ...

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The pink slip read, “Kay, come to the principal’s office.” I was sixteen, a senior in high school and had never before been asked to see Mr. Ober. With the glass doors straight ahead, I was visibly shaking as I walked down the rambling corridor. When I entered the room three faces were ...

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Debra was radiant in her scarlet dress wrapped tautly over her swollen belly. Proudly she gave each guest a tour of the nursery, decorated in yellows and greens with love and care, as she awaited the birth of her first child. I commented to her friend Carol, “What a perfect day for a shower. ...

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What is it in one’s spirit that enables them to break the cycle of a dysfunctional pattern of living and choose to live a healthy life? Recently I was asked that question by a gentleman in my community. Each time I visited his vitamin store he insisted I talk about my healing. “What is it ...

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Here are the two basic definitions of the word “ambassador,” 1) An accredited diplomat sent by a country as its official representative to a foreign country, and 2) A person who acts as a representative or promoter of a specified activity.

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I hadn’t really thought much about how time spent “out of the loop” of regular activities such as work and personal obligations could actually increase my lifespan, but I started thinking about it today. When I read a recent interview with Dr. Be ie Siegel, author of “A Book Of Miracles” and more than a dozen other titles, it pushed my thinking a little further on this subject. Let me share his words so you can see what you think:

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Wikipedia defines monotheism as “… the belief in the existence of one and only one god.” Apparently the word God is not capitalized the way most of us would normally type it because of the fact that there are many gods in other religions and we don’t normally capitalize the word when we refer to other gods. I am speaking as a monotheist myself. I am speaking as a Jew.

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There is a noticeable trend in hard-copy books and articles published online that would make our grandparents turn over in their graves. I say that because the word “religion,” which was sacred to previous generations, has acquired a patina of resentment in the last few generations. I don’t know exactly how that came about, but let’s look at a couple possibilities here.

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Maybe I am unique, but religion means the same thing as spirituality to me. I see a lot of teachers and students separating those two subjects these days, and it seems very curious to me. The word “religion” comes from the Latin word meaning “to tie, bind or fasten.” Doesn’t it seem logical to use that word for a spiritual mindset that connects a person to God?

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Chanukah is not a subject found in Torah, the first five books of the Bible, or any other place in the Bible. The holiday of Chanukah memorializes a military victory of a small band of rebels against a large army of Seleucids, based in Syria, who were part of the Greek empire. And they also fought against the Jewish hellenizers, those Jews who wanted to forsake their religion and adopt Greek ways because Greek philosophy and science were very attractive to them.

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Funny books or stories are important for children and adults alike as they comfort the awkward child within us. Comedy offers an escape from the chaotic world, brings relief along with a hearty laugh. You know what they say, laughter is the best medicine! It's actually true as laughing relaxes the body from physical tension and stress, boosts the immune systems, triggers the release of feel-good chemicals (endorphins), protects the heart by increasing blood flow, and burns calories.

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<img src="https://images.pexels.com/photos/372326/pexels-photo-372326.jpeg" alt="Holy Bible" width="551.04" height="367.68"> We all have days when everything goes wrong, and we feel there’s nothing we can do to pull ourselves out of what seems to be a dark abyss. Times like these call for an all-encompassing wisdom that can only be found in the Holy Bible. The Holy Book is brimming with words of love meant to guide and inspire as we navigate through life. Here are some that uplift our spirits!

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The healthcare sector is rapidly expanding within the U.S. and creating more jobs each year. The employment opportunities in this sector are among the most lucrative compared to any other industry. Subsequently, the competition within this industry is also rising.

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<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1615461065624-21b562ee5566" alt="A doctor taking a blood test" width="450" height="435"> Kidney failure is a health condition where either one or both kidneys stop functioning optimally. This is also known as renal failure. Dialysis or kidney transplant is the only solution to treat kidney failure.

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<img src="https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-sitting-on-floor-3767426/" alt="Woman sitting on the floor and sneezing" width="551.04" height="367.68"> The flu, also known as influenza, is caused by a contagious viral infection that affects the nose and throat. It's a respiratory illness that infects the lungs. Its symptoms range from mild to acute and can resemble those of the common cold. However, flu symptoms are more prolonged and critical than the common cold.

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From keeping an eye on your credit score and monthly budget to consolidating your loans, here are all the ways you can manage overwhelming amounts of debt. <img src="https://images.pexels.com/photos/4386292/pexels-photo-4386292.jpeg" alt="A person using a phone’s calculator to calculate cash" width="450" height="435">

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I was clicking around my LinkedIn account, minding my own business, when I ran into church consultant Barbara Stechert. She had started a juicy discussion by writing that organized children's sports is either the new religion or is killing the old church. People were very emotional in their responses – she obviously struck a chord. For me, the chord that was struck as I was eavesdropping on the conversation was the same one I wrote about in my article Change Your Questions, Change Your Church – the power in changing the questions we're asking.

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At every church, there is usually a Board of Directors or some other governing body that hires the pastor, creates a job description and a set of expectations for that pastor, and evaluates how the pastor is doing in their role. These expectations are laid out to the pastor, of course, but unfortunately that's usually where the conversation stops – and that's a huge problem. These roles and expectations are often never discussed with the congregation at large. They either don't know or they have no say.

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Ministry is going through a shift – really, a kind of death (of the pastor-centered approach to ministry) and resurrection (of a team approach). We see it in the numbers: more and more pastors out of work, more and more churches closing their doors, less and less money available for programs and building costs. It is crucial that today's clergy acknowledge this reality and steer into the shift – it's the only way to be part of the resurrection and not the death. But how do you do that?

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In a list of the most stressful jobs you can have, being a minister came in as one of the top ten. Pastors weren't surprised by that at all, but what if things were different? What if we practiced what we preached? When I mention the stressful nature of ministry to people outside of the church, many are surprised, even taken aback, "If they think being a minister is stressful, they should come work at my place!"

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Prophecies in the Tanakh of the Suffering & Death of YESHUA HA'MASHIACH http://youtu.be/17CBmXO0GGY Prophecy of the Divinity of Yeshua in the Tanakh: “For a child is born to us, a son is given to us; dominion will rest on his shoulders, and he will be given the name Pele-Yo'etz El Gibbor Avi-'Ad Sar-Shalom [Wonder of a Counselor, Mighty God, Father of Ete ity, Prince of Peace]” Yesha’yahu (Isaiah) 9:6 (CJB)

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Book Title: In Defense of Divorce: Why A Marriage Should Never Be Saved At The Expense Of A Life, by Ennis Pepper Published through: Amazon Kindle New book defends divorce from traditional religious ideas, extenuating the guilt and reserving emotional energy for solving practical issues going forward. The book explores such questions as: Is divorce a sin or a solution? Has religion over influenced public opinion on marriage, divorce and remarriage? Did the Old Testament allow divorce? What did Jesus teach about divorce in Matthew chapter five?

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I have been a Christian for many years and one of the things that I have been meditating the most is; about the kind of life I am living. What does it take to be a Christian? Am I showing with my life that I am a Christian? One morning I was praying and asking the Lord to help me, because my heart desire is to serve HIM, to surrender completely to HIS will, to be useful for HIS Glory. After spending some time making inventory of my life before the Lord, the Lord make me understand that even though I feel there is no response to my prayer, HE has not stop working behind the scenes.

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While I was reading Isa. 9:6, the Lord made me stop and meditate about the first one of HIS names mentioned on the verse: “…. And his name shall be called Wonderful…" Wonderful means: excellent; great; marvelous, something that arouses wonder; amazing; astonishing, extraordinary, difficult to understand, admirable. Some of the Synonyms of this word are: Awesome, wondrous, miraculous, prodigious, astonishing, amazing, astounding, phenomenal, unique, curious, and strange.

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Hello my precious brother, I have frequently mentioned in my previous articles that Islam is accepting to receive His divine education by being subject to the will of Allah. Since the creation of the first human being, those who had adopted this divine education reached the peak of maturity and therefore became the owner of a perpetual happiness. Those who had not agreed to this divine offer and preferred to be the subject of their egos’ worthless desires on the other hand, could get rid of neither the worldly nor the hereafter troubles.

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What is Bitte ess? Bitte ess is a state of mind similar to resentment. Implacableness, severity, keenness of reproach or sarcasm, arrogance, deep distress, grief, anger, contempt, slander, bad temper, lack of joy; are some of the ways that bitte ess shows on our life. Bitte ess cause ...

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Hello my precious brother, The human has been created in the just centre of the values in the Universe. He is one of the most honourable of the creatures. He is a dear and respected existent. If we can understand the human in a correct way, it becomes possible to understand a lot of things in a ...

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(If you wish to obtain more benefit from this article, please read firstly our "Correct Understanding the Human" titled article.) My precious brother, I had talked about five dimensions of the human existence in my previous article. "Substance", "Physiological" and "Psychological" ...

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Hello my precious brother, I had talked about the five existence dimensions of the human to you in my previous articles. The human gathers on himself all the physical and chemical features of the matters world in first dimension, all the physiological features of the plants world in second dimension, all the psychological features of the animals world in third dimension. He also obtains a humanistic personality different from the other creatures, with the thinking, deciding and adjudicating ability, in fourth dimension.

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'Boys will be Boys' (or 'why men love to Fight') I had twenty-five boys at the fight club tonight - twenty-five boys and one girl, and she certainly did stand out. It’s amazing how starkly obvious the gender differences are in a ring environment. In the general flow of life in an ...

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Scientific research has revealed that throughout the living world, communication is just as important as it is to human beings. Countless living things lack the capacity for human speech, yet they employ entirely different methods in order to communicate with each other—and even with other ...

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Depression by definition is a mental illness that is usually characterized by prolonged periods of sadness and melancholy. Of course when one person is moping all the time and just generally hating the world around him or her, doesn't mean that it's depression. It is when this kind of behaviour ...

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Spiritual wealth is wealth that derives from knowledge. To gain spiritual wealth entails acquiring spiritual knowledge. Facts and information about the spiritual aspect of life are what constitute spiritual knowledge. Such facts and information include: facts about our spiritual nature and the ...

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In the early 20th century, scientists discovered something new: that matter was not as we had imagined it to be. Matter was not solid. Matter had no colors. It gave off no smells, sounds or image. Matter was simply energy. The chair you sit in, the table you lean on, the house you live in, your ...

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When we lack certain things, the joy of living is diminished. In some instances we may become severely distressed and even incapacitated by such lack. When we are sick, in other words, when we lack good health, it is not a happy situation and we do all we can to regain our health. When someone ...

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Can an alcohol dependency be cured? Any number of high cost private health clinics would like to give a definite answer to this question, but the traditional knowledge of groups such as 'Alcoholics Anonymous' is that an addiction to alcohol can never be cured, but only planned. Of course no ...

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Churches tend to be made up largely of happy, smiling, well-healed people, which is a pain in the neck when you’re depressed. A church is often the last place you want to be when you're feeling psychologically or emotionally unbalanced. For not only do you have to put up with being the ...

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It is not infrequent for parents to deduce behaviour in their child as a passing stage, considering how fast fads seem to come and go through out childhood and adolescence. However it is important to recognize that while they may not be able to take part in the world as an adult they are just as ...

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In contemporary Western societies pregnancy is considered delightful, and all women are understood to be joyfully happy and at ease with their dreams of motherhood ultimately being realised. Nevertheless, while this picturesque interpretation exists, the reality remains that, no matter how ...

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The Human Being is a Creative Worker: God carries on creative work through human beings. Human beings serve as instrument of transformation of thoughts and ideas from the spiritual state to the physical state. Our mind which is an aspect of the brain mechanism is a creative device which enables ...

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The human being is endowed with ability. We have the capacity to do things. However, our ability is inherently limited. The human being is not almighty and so cannot accomplish all things. Because human capability is finite we find that a person cannot by his own powers alone ensure the success ...

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An addiction to alcohol is a lasting same ailment that can damage a person's career and their family. It can also be fatal to their health if left untreated. Substantial alcoholic drinks in-take on a regular basis causes chemical changes to a individual's brain. For example, it alters the ...

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It is true that Allah (God) may test a person in this world with certain difficulties and worries. However, the believe does not give in to melancholy and pessimism when he is faced with such anxieties; he does not react emotionally. He knows that Allah is trying him to see how he will behave ...

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A 2012 study by American Express found that 140 millio Americans were planning to travel this summer (as reported on the USA Today Travel blog). Yet in my conversations with clients, what I’m hearing is that if they are planning a vacation (and many aren’t), it’s not something they’re looking forward to. In a revealing post on the Day 1 blog, the Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow[a] shares the results of a poll he took of his clients, Facebook contacts and Twitter network. He asked the simple question, “Why don’t pastors take vacations?”

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Allah charges everyone with obeying the prophets He has sent. These messengers were blessed men who abided by Allah's commands, communicated His revelations, represented the human model most pleasing to Allah by means of their words and actions, in short by their whole manner of living. Allah ...

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Natural laws exist that serve to maintain order in the universe. These laws are usually manifested as regularity in nature (as in the seasons) or as a relationship between cause and effect. In the physical realm natural laws exist which govern the behaviour of matter. Examples of such laws are ...

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Not many people recognise the degree of the sad extent of depression in young people. Juvenile depression is largely assumed to be a relatively atypical thing. In reality though, childhood anxiety and depression is one of the most persistent problems in our community today. When full-blown ...

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Time and again the question has been asked, “If really the world was created by a good and omnipotent God who watches over His creation, why are we visited so often by natural disasters and personal tragedies?” On some occasions, tens of thousands are killed and whole communities ...Time and again the question has been asked, “If really the world was created by a good and omnipotent God who watches over His creation, why are we visited so often by natural disasters and personal tragedies?” On some occasions, tens of thousands are killed and whole communities rendered ho

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Ancient Greek thinkers imagined that all bodies consisted of tiny particles called atoms. They maintained that these atoms shaped the universe and all living things, without intention or direction and without being subjected to any conscious intervention. According to this belief, matter was ...

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In the Qur'an Allah has revealed that the unbelievers will constantly resort to various means and mobilize all their forces to prevent people from believing in Him, adhering to His path and remembering Him: Those who disbelieve spend their wealth barring access to the way of Allah. They will ...

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The existence of God can be proved in two ways – by practical demonstration and by deduction. These two methods are employed because they are acceptable to science. In science, fact can be established by practical demonstration and knowledge can be arrived at by deduction. Let us begin ...

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The quantum model of universe is an attempt to purge the Big Bang of its creationist implications. Supporters of this model base it on the observations of quantum (subatomic) physics. In quantum physics, it is to be observed that subatomic particles appear and disappear spontaneously in a ...

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Stir up any of them you can with your voice and rally against them your cavalry and your infantry and share with them in their children and their wealth and make them promises! The promise of Satan is nothing but delusion. (Surat al-Isra’:64) There is a subtle danger that leads people away from ...

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Nationalism as an idea spread throughout Europe in the 18th century. Prior to that, people lived under the power of many feudal lords. Then, they came together under a single nation-state governed by a central administration. European countries such as France and England were among the first to ...

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An addiction to alcohol is a disease that is rarely initially self-diagnosed. In other words, individuals who live with an addiction to alcohol hardly ever realise that they are contracting the disease until it is well advanced. Indeed, the path to an alcohol dependency is generally paved with ...

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There are times in just about everyone's life when the question, "Am I suffering from depression?" emerges. The mere fact that you are asking yourself this question though isn't necessarily a reason to search for a prescription for an antidepressant. Clinical depression can be distinguished ...

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THE STRUCTURAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE SUN, THE MOON AND THE STARS We built seven firm layers above you. We installed a blazing lamp. (Qur'an, 78:12-13) As we know, the only source of light in the Solar System is the Sun. With advances in technology, astronomers discovered that the Moon was ...

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THE FORCE OF GRAVITY AND ORBITAL MOVEMENTS No! I swear by the planets-that recede, that ride their course [and] hide themselves. (Qur'an, 81: 15-16) The word "khunnas" in Surat at-Takwir 15 bears such meanings as shrinking and cowering, retracting and turning back. The Arabic expression ...

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LAND LOSS AT THE EXTREMITIES Don't they see how We come to the land eroding it at its extremities?... (Qur'an, 13:41)nn... Don't they see how We come to the land eroding it from its extremities?... (Qur'an, 21:44) The Earth is bombarded by proton, electron and alpha particles from the Sun. ...

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THE WELL-GUARDED SKY In the Qur'an, Allah calls our attention to a very important attribute of the sky: We made the sky a preserved and protected roof yet still they turn away from Our signs. (Qur'an, 21:32) This attribute of the sky has been proved by scientific research carried out in the ...

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BLACK HOLES The 20th century saw a great many new discoveries regarding celestial phenomena in the universe. One of these entities, which has only recently been encountered, is the Black Hole. These are formed when a star which has consumed all its fuel collapses in on itself, eventually ...

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THE IDENTITY HIDDEN IN THE FINGERPRINT While it is stated in the Qur'an that it is easy for Allah to bring man back to life after death, peoples' fingerprints are particularly emphasized: Yes, We are able to put together in perfect order the very tips of his fingers. (Qur'an, 75:4) The ...

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THE FORMATION OF PETROL Glorify the Name of your Lord, the Most High: He Who created and moulded; He Who determined and guided; He Who brings forth green pasture, then makes it blackened stubble. (Qur'an, 87:1-5) As we know, petrol forms from the remains of plants and animals in the sea. Once ...

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RAIN IN MEASURED AMOUNTS Another item of information provided in the Qur'an about rain is that it is sent down to Earth in "due measure." This is mentioned in Surat az-Zukhruf as follows: It is He Who sends down water in measured amounts from the sky by which We bring a dead land back to life. ...

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LIGHT AND DARK Praise belongs to Allah Who created the heavens and the Earth and appointed darkness and light... (Qur'an, 6:1) We all know that without light a person cannot see his surroundings with the naked eye. However, the light that we can see is only a very small part of all ...

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THE TRUTH OF DESTINY But you will not will unless Allah wills. Allah is All-Knowing, All-Wise. (Qur'an, 76:30) As a result of experiments he performed in 1973, Professor Benjamin Libet, a neurophysiologist at the University of Califo ia, revealed that all our decisions and choices are set out ...

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Animals have various miraculous features and each one of them is a miracle of creation. One of these animals is the koala. The koala feeding on eucalyptus leaves has various splendid features that ensure a comfortable life for it on trees. The bodily design of the koala, a native of Australia, ...

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As disheartening as it is to see a shabby weary man lying prostrate on the park bench sleeping off his alcohol intake, a ete ally drunken teen is an even more tragic sight. Alcoholism is best understood as addiction to alcohol, wherein a person has become dependent on alcohol in order to feel ...

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Then, when they reached the Valley of the Ants, an ant said: “Ants! Enter your dwellings, so that Sulayman and his troops do not crush you unwittingly.” (Qur’an, 27:18) The “Valley of the Ants” refers to a special place and special ants. In addition, the fact that Prophet Sulayman (as) could ...

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The earth is a living planet where many complex systems run perfectly without stopping at all. When compared to other planets, it is evident that in all its aspects the earth is specially designed for human life. Built on delicate balances, life prevails in every spot of this planet, from the ...

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It has become standard practice for an abundant folks to have a few drinks before getting involved in exercise. The dual arguments are frequently given that, firstly, a little alcohol can actually increase sporting performance, and that, secondly, any negative aftermath of the alcohol will be ...

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In the Qur'an, Allah commands believers to "Be upholders of justice, bearing witness for Allah alone, even against yourselves or your parents and relatives. Whether they are rich or poor, Allah is well able to look after them. Do not follow your own desires and deviate from the truth..." (Surat ...

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The forgotten secret of the Ancient Greeks nthat shows us how to keep our teenagers nout of trouble by teaching them to fight! To every thing there is a season, nand a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; na time to plant, and a time to pluck up that ...

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No matter how clean our environment may be, we share our living space with many microorganisms. If you could examine with a microscope the room you are now sitting in, you would clearly see the millions of creatures you are living with. So, in this sense, a human being is a besieged fortress. ...

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Defence is an issue that has to be given top priority by a country for the continuance of its existence. Nations have always to watch out for all kinds of internal and exte al threats, assaults, risks of wars and terrorist actions. This is why they allocate a great part of their official ...

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Tides have such an effect that they can even change living conditions in some regions of the Earth. People, who resume their lives after the withdrawal of tides, arrange their entire lives according to tides. By the Will of Allah, oceans rise up to a certain level. This way, they never become a ...

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One of the most important errors that the Prophet (saas) has warned against is associating partners with Allah (shirk). As can be seen from the verses of the Qur'an, the Prophet (saas) always told people that Allah is the only god, that nothing had any power apart from Allah, and warned them ...

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The Prophet (saas) spent all his life, once the Qur'an had been revealed to him, calling people to the religion and guiding them to the true path. In one verse, Allah tells the Prophet (saas) how he should address people: Say: "This is my way. I call to Allah with inner sight, I and all who ...

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The Prophet (saas) was a compassionate man, full of love and understanding. He took an interest in the physical and spiritual problems of his friends, relatives and all those around him, and took all appropriate measures to ensure their health, security and happiness. He took them under his ...

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Throughout the period of his mission, the Prophet Muhammad (saas) experienced all manner of difficulty. Deniers and polytheists, from among his own people, insulted him most terribly, even calling him a magician or a madman. Others wanted to kill him and even schemed to do so. Despite all that, ...

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The real problem with today's teenagersn(and why most parents just don't get it!) An address given by Rev. David B. Smith (aka. 'Fighting' Father Dave) at the Sydney Town Hall, February 21st 2003. Dave was addressing students, parents & teachers at the Fort Street High School speech day. "The ...

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You breathe air made up of atoms, eat foods composed of atoms and drink water made up of atoms—with a body that itself consists of atoms. The objects you see around you are actually nothing more than photons striking the electrons belonging to the atoms in your eyes. And what about the things ...

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The famous '12 steps' of 'Alcoholics Anonymous' (commonly simply referred to as 'AA') have been the solution for incalculable thousands of people who have gained control over their yearning for alcohol and have found healing in their lives. The start for AA, and what seperates their methods ...

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Electrons are particles spinning and revolving around the nucleus of the atom similar to the earth rotating on its own axis as it also revolves around the sun. This rotation, like that of the planets, is realised ceaselessly and in perfect order on paths we call orbits. Yet, the proportion of ...

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There is habitually a lot of perplexity over what actually defines alcoholism. People tend to think in terms of the total of beers or glasses of wine they consume in a night out or think it is a matter of how consistently they drink. Alcoholism is defined neither by the bulk a person drinks ...

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Observation shows that human creative activity has a physical, a social and a spiritual aspect. (By human creative activity I mean useful and constructive activity by human beings). The physical aspect of our creative activity conce s our activity in relation to the physical universe. The ...

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Human experience of life indicates that the universe consists of two realms – the realm of the natural world and the supe atural realm. We are able to identify with and relate to the natural world because we are part of it and are in physical contact with it. Now that scientific ...

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(and why we don't see many boxers in church) "Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize." -- ...

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"Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize." -- (1cCorinthiansc9:26-27) St Paul was a fighter. I don't think he ...

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I had twenty-five boys at the fight club tonight - twenty-five boys and one girl, and she certainly did stand out. It’s amazing how starkly obvious the gender differences are in a ring environment. In the general flow of life in an industrialised society men and women are mixed and merged ...

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Working towards a big vision is a powerful experience. As a compass, a vision can be a decision-making tool for all of your day-to-day actions. If the action will take you towards your vision, you do it. If it won't, you don't. Simple? Yes. Easy? No. Vision work can be daunting as well, and I see that all the time. A vision can be so large and overwhelming that people have a hard time getting started.

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It is natural for someone who has musical talent to aspire to become a musician. And it is not out of place for someone who is brilliant to say, “My ambition is to become a medical doctor”. It is generally acknowledged that our area of interest and what we aspire to become are determined by the abilities and talents we are born with.

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There are many things that seminary training doesn’t cover, including how to effectively lead, empower and equip today’s volunteers, congregations and church staff. As a result, pastors may take an overly controlling approach, or step back and surrender to the chaos, neither of which is particularly effective. With shrinking church budgets, pastors are expected to do more and more, but no one is telling them just how to create extra hours in the day (hint: you can’t) or how to transform into a multi-tasking superhero who can do it all (hint: you shouldn’t).

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I’ve long been inspired by the powerful coaching lessons found throughout the Scriptures. As a pastor, coach and coach trainer, it’s only natural for me to look to this ultimate source for inspiration and example. Is there any end to the coaching wisdom in the New and Old Testaments? I wanted to find out, and so this article begins that journey, starting with Jacob’s story.

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At a recent lecture on Belief Systems, a student asked, "Is mysticism a religion?" Mysticism is a spiritual discipline aiming at direct communion with God or the ultimate truth. It is not a religion and, in fact, all religions have mystics. There are Christian mystics, Jewish mystics ...At a recent lecture on Belief Systems, a student asked, "Is mysticism a religion?"

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Today, I remembered some powerful words of Jesus and it gave me hope because worry crept in my mind, and I needed an immediate escape. Often times, we believers, fight negative thinking and worry can ruin the day but Jesus gave us His words to meditate on, day and night. The powerful words of Jesus gives us hope with the reality the best is yet to come and we can have a wonderful life.

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The Two Witnesses in Revelation 11 http://youtu.be/8So4BE8bWCg The Menorah and the Two Olive Trees http://youtu.be/EcIWL_ZARi8 In the acharit-hayamim, which means doomsday in Hebrew, YAH will send out two witnesses dressed, figuratively, in sackcloth. These witnesses will have the spirit of mou ing for the sins of the world. "So wrap yourselves in sackcloth, lament and wail, for ADONAI's fierce anger has not turned away from us." Yirmeyahu (Jeremiah) 4:8 (CJB).

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Whenever I encounter a life event that is beyond my human comprehension, I rely on these two scriptures: "Trust in ADONAI with all of your heart. Lean not towards your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and he will direct your paths." Proverbs 3:5-6 "For my thoughts are not your thoughts and your ways are not my ways, says ADONAI. As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways." Isaiah 55:8-9

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Jerusalem Eastern Gate » The Holy One of Israel is Revealing End Time Prophecies Now!! http://t.co/jtkh5FS Baruch haba B'shem Adonai-Easte Gate Jerusalem http://t.co/jFGJhI4 via @youtube On Novemver 7, 2010, the Ruach HaKodesh (the Holy Spirit) told me that it is urgent for me to go Jerusalem alone and worship him before the Eastern Gate. I did not questio ELOHIM.

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Jerusalem Eastern Gate » The Holy One of Israel is Revealing End Time Prophecies Now!! http://t.co/jtkh5FS Baruch haba B'shem Adonai-Easte Gate Jerusalem http://t.co/jFGJhI4 via @youtube On Novemver 7, 2010, the Ruach HaKodesh (the Holy Spirit) told me that it is urgent for me to go Jerusalem alone and worship him before the Eastern Gate. I did not questio ELOHIM.

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ADONAI gave instructions to Moshe that the people of Isra'el are to make a sanctuary, the Ark of the Covenant, so that ADONAI can live among the people of Isra'el.

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"You are to make a menorah of pure gold. It is to be made of hammered work; its base, shaft, cups, ring of outer leaves and petals are to be of one piece with it. It is to have six branches extending from its sides, three branches of the menorah on one side of it and three on the other. On one branch are to be three cups shaped like almond blossoms, each with a ring of outer leaves and petals; likewise on the opposite branch three cups shaped like almond blossoms, each with a ring of outer leaves and petals; and similarly for all six branches extending from the menorah.

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Churches, faith communities and other organizations are all looking to cut corners and costs these days. So when it comes to staff development, they're squeezing out the fun events where people can play and be creative in favor of more concrete and serious activities. Why is that a mistake? 1) Play is rejuvenating and gives us more energy and focus for our work – while the absence of play can lead to burnout and higher turnover.r

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A couple of weeks ago ADONAI Tzva'ot gave me divine revelation about the significance of the book of Ester. The book of Ester is a book of prophecy about the fate of those who seek to exterminate Jewish People & the right of the Jewish Nation to defend herself! "Ester the queen answered, "If I have won your favor, king, and if it pleases the king, then what I ask be given me is my own life and the lives of my people. For we have been sold, I and my people, to be destroyed, killed, exterminated". Ester 7:3-4

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Some say the journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. I disagree. The journey of a thousand miles begins by identifying the destination. Before you do the important work of setting your 2012 goals, you must get out the Windex and clear up your view of where you/your team/your congregation are going. Coaching is all about intentionally moving forward. We always need to know what vision we're heading towards. Otherwise, we’re taking action just for action’s sake.

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I started calling G-D the Holy One of Isra'el in 2007. I had never heard of this name for G-D before growing up in a Catholic Church. Christians are taught more from the New Testament than the Tanakh (Old Testament). Therefore, I was ignorant of this name for G-D. I thought this was a name that I had made up for my beloved, holy G-D, who is my best friend, who I adore.

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Yeshua Ha'Mashiach is YAH's Plan for Salvation http://youtu.be/A9dWTU-atHE Yeshua and the New Covenant http://youtu.be/0Qj8tpEU7OI In the beginning G-D made man. "Then God said, "Let us make humankind in our image, in the likeness of ourselves; and let them rule over the fish in the sea, the birds in the air, the animals, and over all the earth, and over every crawling creature that crawls on the earth." B'resheet (Genesis) 1:26 (CJB)

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Do not think that I have come to destroy the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to destroy them but to fulfill them. For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. Therefore anyone who sets aside one of the least of these commands and teaches others accordingly will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven.

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Today's seminary students are 40-50 years old, on average. They're on their second or third career, many coming out of corporate America. And while they're committed to making a difference in the world, most of them aren't planning to do that in a church setting. They see what's going on in faith communities these days and they don't want to be there. Who can blame them? So what got a group of seminary students excited – really excited – last month about the possibilities at church?

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"You have heard that it was said to those who lived long ago, 'You must not murder,' and 'Whoever murders will be subject to punishment.' But I say to you, anyone who is angry with his brother without a cause will be subject to punishment. And whoever says to his brother 'Raka!' will be subject to the Council. And whoever says 'You fool!' will be subject to hell fire. ..."

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Churches wonder: Are we relevant to the community, are we making a difference, how can we have a bigger impact? On February 1st in the Philadelphia Inquirer, there was a fascinating article about "the economic halo effect." In a research study, 12 congregations were measured by 54 separate different criteria of valuation. Astoundingly, the combined total of all 12 congregations was a value of more than $50.5 million to their surrounding neighborhoods.

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Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Mat 5:3-10, NIV)

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Is it too late to suggest a New Year's resolution? If I had my wish, each and every church would commit to the resolution of creating a culture of appreciation. Coaches and church leaders often have the same goal – to help people create internal or organizational change. That is certainly true for one church I was working with recently. They had been trying to implement certain changes for years, with no luck.

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Dear readers, Just like one must believe in Allah, His angels and books for a proper and absolute faith, it is similarly compulsory to believe that the messengers of Allah (s.w.t.) who communicated them to us are valid. "The first prophet is Adam (a.s) and the last is Mohammad Mustapha (s.a.w). Many prophets lived in between them. Only God knows the number of those messengers. Twenty seven of them whose names are known are listed below:

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Dear Readers, In my previous article, I stated that Allah (swt) corrected all the wrong information and comments about Him with the last book that was sent to human through His Messengers. Qur'an gave a true and real insight that is appropriate to the facts to attributes of Allah besides correcting the wrong "God" comments of the previous periods. "All that is on earth will perish: But will abide (forever) the Face of thy Lord,- full of Majesty, Bounty and Honor." (Rahman, 26-27)

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Dear readers, The most important thing needed for a human is "Ikhlas" after a right and complete "faith". It means being sincere in one's faith and deeds. A person who is not sincere with their faith and deeds will not sufficiently be able to benefit from various kinds of worldly favors and they will also be disappointed in their afterlife.

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Dear Readers, The second pillar of faith is belief in Angels. Angels belong to The Amr Alam (The Command World or The Angelic World), which is one of the two big worlds which was created by Allah (swt). It is an unseen world, which is also called as world of spirits. It is not possible to perceive this world with the equipment and possibilities of the material world. Believers can understand, accept and approve the unseen world only by their hearts. The heart is the window which is opened to the spiritual world. However, if Allah (swt) allows, the ones in this world can see them.

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Dear Readers, The third pillar of faith is belief in Allah's books. It is ordered in the verse from the Qur'an that: "And who believe in the Revelation sent to thee, and sent before thy time;" [Baqarah, 4]

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Dear readers, One of the religious obligations for an absolute faith is to have faith in afterlife. It is ordered in a Qur'an verse: "Any who denieth Allah, His angels, His Books, His Messenger, and the Day of Judgment, hath gone far, far astray." [Nisaa, 136]. In the famous hadith that every Muslim knows by heart, which is known as a "amantu", it is ordered: "I believe in Allah, His angels, His books, His Prophets, in the Last Day, and that Fate, good and bad is given by Allah, and the life after death.” [Bukharî, Muslim, Nasai]

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Dear readers, Death is an absolute phenomenon will happen to every living being. It is impossible to run away from it. We should not be unwary from it. Death is the beginning of a new life. Afterlife is a new divine order where the divine justice shall be fulfilled. Allah notifies us through His Book and Prophet that all of us will be present on Judgment Day in this new order and He warns us: "Assuredly it is thy Lord Who will gather them together." [Hijr, 25]

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Dear Readers, The human beings live in an "order" that we call the universe. This organization has a unique and perfect structure. Everything is created in its proper place, given a creation purpose, equipped in accordance with the creation purpose, and correlated in the best way within the order.

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Dear Readers, The religion is Islam in the sight of Allah (swt). The ordered religion has an "invisible aspect" related to the heart besides "visible aspect" related to worship. The invisible aspect of religion related to heart is called "Faith" and the visible aspect related to worship is called "Islam". Faith constitutes the base of Islam. A person's performing all worships without faith is worthless. "If any one rejects faith, fruitless is his work, and in the Hereafter he will be in the ranks of those who have lost (all spiritual good)." [Maída, 5]

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Dear readers, In my previous writing, I have completed the discussions on faith and explained in detail the requirements for having a proper and complete faith which will open the doors to an ete al bliss for us. But there are still such important points to be known about “faith” that I will address now. Believing or not believing is something decided in one’s heart (conscience). That is to say, faith is a matter of heart. This is evidenced by the following verses:

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Dear readers, It is our duty to believe that all of our prophets have been sent by Allah. It is our duty to believe that all the knowledge notified by them are true and real. It is ordered in the verse from the Qur'an that: "The Messenger believeth in what hath been revealed to him from his Lord, as do the men of faith. Each one (of them) believeth in Allah, His angels, His books, and His messengers." [Baqarah, 285] Prophets are the true sources of the divine mercy. None of the communities in the universe are deprived of this mercy:

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Dear Readers, We should attempt to die as martyr and help a moribund patient to die in this way. Rasulullah (s.a.w.) ordered that: "Martyr surely will not suffer torment." [Ibn Mace, Bayhaqi, Imam-i Ahmad] "Martyr doesn’t feel death grief, doesn’t sorrow in grave, doesn’t be disturbed by issues such as horrors of judgment day, giving account of religion, divine libra, Sirat bridge, and goes directly to heaven." [Bayhaqi] For this reason, we should want to die as a martyr and we should pray for that so much. It is ordered in the hadiths that:

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Dear Readers, Our daily lives, family meetings, concerts and chats include so many statements and behaviors which harm the "oneness" belief of the human. The lyrics of the songs are shocking. Some of them include lyrics meaning "You created me", "I worship you" and "I worship Allah and you". Whilst the meaning of the lyrics, each of which can cause ete al disaster of the person, are innocent, the general and common meanings of them can harm the belief of oneness.

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Dear Readers, Not to die as an unbeliever, a believe must correct his faith in accordance with the information given by ahl al-sunnah scholars, must avoid from prohibitions, and must fulfill the orders. Avoiding from prohibitions is called as "riyazat", fulfilling the orders is called as "mudjahada". All of them are called as servitude to Allah (worship). # A believe must be between fear and hope

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Dear Readers, Of course, dying as a unbeliever when expiring is the most intense fear for a Muslim. One day some of his lovers asked Junayd al-Baghdadi hazrats that "Sir, what is the greatest issue for a Muslim?" He ordered that “The most important issue for a Muslim is to leave this world as a believer. For this reason, it needs to dread and shudder so much from leaving the world as an unbeliever”

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Dear readers, Although death is the bridge that unites the believe with Allah; one should not ask for his own death. Instead one should try to increase his good deeds in this ephemeral world. Because our Prophet (s.a.w.) ordered: "World is the field of afterlife.” [Daylami] “Do not ask for death! Because if a person is good, his goodness increases the more he lives. If he is evil, he might turn back from his mistakes and find the true path.” [Bukhari] And death should not be asked for in periods of distress. Rasulullah (s.a.w.) ordered:

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Dear readers, Rasulullah (s.a.w.) attached great importance to learning, teaching and reading Qur’an. "The most virtuous among you are those who learn and teach Qur’an." [Bukhari] "The most supreme worship in my community is to read Qur’an." [Abu Nu'aym] "In a house where Qur’an is not read, beneficence will decrease, malice will increase, and narrow circumstances will be inflicted." [Dar al-Qutni] "Decorate your houses with salat and recitation of Qur’an." [Itqan]

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Dear Readers, I would like to explain another important subject within believing in Allah. Some of the scientists think that religion is a "dogma" and the most important obstacle of science. This is certainly a big mistake. It is obvious that the judgments of the religion are not scientific judgments, but value judgments. Like all value judgments, they are “dogma”s.

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Dear readers, Materialist philosophy denies the existence of a creator. It considers all the existence to be consisting of matter which it believes is ete al. As a result, it attempts to explain every event based on matter and intellect. One of the theories posed by materialists when creating the skeleton of their own belief systems is the Theory of Natural Law.

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Dear Readers,

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Dear Readers, In my last article, basing on the Rasulullah’s (s.a.w.) orders, I had stated that always keeping ablution, performing the salats with congregation, praise, patience and consent to predestination were the most important indicators of faith. In reality, every thing that Rasulullah (s.a.w) associated with faith is important to migrate to the Hereafter with faith. # Situations and behaviors associated with faith Some of them are as follows: "I swear that the one who doesn’t like my Ahl al-bayt, can not have faith in his heart." [I. Ahmad]

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Dear Readers, In one of my previous articles, I had stated that Imam-ı Rabbani hazrats ordered that "when a person says "Lailahe illallah" (there is no god, but Allah) by being aware of its meaning, a touch of belief occurs in his heart".(1)

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Dear Readers, The human is a creation masterpiece. He is a respectable creature who is equipped with extraordinary qualifications and capabilities. Most of all, the human is created in accordance to achieve spiritual ascension.

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Dear Readers, Allah (swt) did not leave human, whom He bestowed with reason and will, undisciplined after He created them. All works and words of human are recorded and kept by angels. It is ordered in the verses from the Qur'an that: "But verily over you (are appointed angels) to protect you, -Kind and honorable,- writing down (your deeds): They know all that ye do." [Infitar, 10-12]

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Dear Readers, Allah (swt) partially and symbolically bestowed some of His subuti attributes as seeing, hearing, speaking, .. and some of His moral characteristics as mercy, grace, fai ess and patience to His servants. However these attributes of Allah (swt) can never be compared with the characteristics of what He created. Each attribute of Allah (swt) is away from deficiencies. They are perfect and complete.

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Dear readers, Qur’an is a very valuable source which separates truth from falsehood and which cannot be invalidated by any document neither in the past nor in the future. "Those who reject the Message when it comes to them (are not hidden from Us). And indeed it is a Book of exalted power. No falsehood can approach it from before or behind it:" [Fussilat, 41-42] Qur’an is a guidance of righteousness and salvation. Those who do not believe in and turn away from it cannot get free of troubles.

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Dear readers, In my previous articles, prophets that appear in the Qur’an were listed. It should have drawn your attention. Almost all of Allah’s prophets that are elected to notify the divine mercy are males. For some reason, women are not assigned as prophets. This situation is stated in the verse from Quran as: "And before thee We sent none but men, to whom We granted inspiration." [Nahl, 43] But throughout history, some female figures appear such as Rabia al-Adawiyya who was spiritually and morally superior. She was a saintly dame who was raised in Basra.

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Dear Readers, There is only one truth in absolute sense. It is Allah Himself. In various parts of Qur'an, it is ordered that Allah (swt) is the only truth: "That is because Allah is the Truth." (Luqman, 30) "All that is on earth will perish: But will abide (for ever) the Face of thy Lord,- full of Majesty, Bounty and Honor." (Rahman, 26-27) "That is because Allah - He is the Reality; and those besides Him whom they invoke,- they are but vai Falsehood: verily Allah is He, Most High, Most Great." (Hajj, 62)

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Dear Readers, In my last writings, I explained the issues needed to be performed not to die as an unbeliever. Now, I'm sure you're surprised when you saw this title due to although the expression is different, the title has the same meaning. But do not be surprised. Rasulullah (s.a.w.) ordered that some situations indicates if a person is believer. I want to talk about them under this title.

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Dear Readers, Believing in Allah (swt) means believing all Personal and Subuti attributes of Allah (swt) as they are stated in Qur'an which is the main source of religion and its best interpretation and explanation, Hadiths. His attributes do not resemble the characteristics of those He created. They cannot be compared. It is ordered in the verse from the Qur'an that: "Invent not similitudes for Allah" [Nahl, 74]. # Allah doesn't resemble anything He created

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Black magic is a dark art that is used by people who want to achieve their evil goals by controlling the powers of nature. In most cases such goals contain an evil intention which harms innocent people. The power of black magic spells is quite impressive and may be too dangerous for a common, non-prepared person to fight against it. It can be used to put a hex on someone, break someone's health, influence fertility, drive someone crazy or even cause a mental disorder.

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The concept of a human soul in Kabbalah is complex and many-sided. First of all, according to kabbalistic doctrines there are actually 3 souls, and every one of us is an individual whose souls are unique. The first soul is called Nefesh. Its essence is nature. Nefesh puts life into the human body. It is essential for human's physical well-being and health. It supports the body by nourishing it with the energy of life.

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You don’t really know somebody if you don’t know his or her name, do you? On the other hand, you may be familiar with a famous person’s name but that doesn’t mean that you know that person personally, right? Your name is like a stamp; it has value, a history, and a destination. When someone mentions a name you recognize, it will bring back memories of that particular person. The meaning of the name Jesus, Yeshua, or Joshua is priest.

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So many are hungry in the world today. Droughts and famines are pervasive and many of God’s people have their hearts hardened due to their own hunger. Hunger is not just the need to fill an empty stomach. Those who have the means are still not satisfied. They crave not just essential nutrition, but increasingly also junk foods and substances detrimental to health. The thin, flaky manna in the desert, complemented by quail whenever the Israelites complained, sustained them for forty years! In fact, for all that time there was not one feeble person among them! (Ps.

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The signs of the end times are all around us. The Lord can come any day to snatch you out before the worst catastrophes overtake the world. Are you ready to receive Him? God loves you where you’re at and will forgive you instantly, but He does not want you to be conformed to this world. He wants you to know His perfect will for your life and to live your life unto Him. (Rom. 12: 1-3) Christ died in order to leave you His Holy Spirit. With Him you can indeed do all things (Phil. 4:13) by letting go of your problems and shortcomings and allowing Him to lead you.

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After reading “A Divine Revelation of Hell” by Mary K. Baxter, I have not been the same! It is truly life infusing! Even though I have been a Christian for thirty years I have never been so conscious of the consequences of sin. The church in general has been much too complacent about the judgment of God. We want all of His blessings; yet we don’t want to follow all of His Commandments. In Deuteronomy 28 God clearly lays out his criteria for being blessed.

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Wouldn’t you love to know exactly how to pray so that all your needs are met? So often we pray, hoping that God will hear us on time and come through with the miracle we need so desperately. Everyone has been given the measure of faith (Rom. 12: 3), and all you need is faith the size of a mustard seed! (Mat. 17: 20) Nevertheless, prayers often don’t seem to get answered.

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Crises crop up over and over again in this imperfect world. You have heard that Jesus came so you might have life, and have it more abundantly, (John 10:10) and wonder why you seem to be targeted for physical, emotional or financial doom. Have you ever had these three thoughts? 1. Why is this happening to me? I have been living a reasonably good life, so why am I targeted? 2. God doesn’t love me anymore 3. There is no point in praying because there must be sin in my life and He just isn’t listening If you did, you’re not alone.

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We talk about the Father’s love, seek it, want to be enveloped in it, and spread it around. But, so seldom do we feel it with our senses and most of the time we tend to feel unworthy of His love. How can you really know if and when God loves you? There are days when you really feel great and extraordinary things are happening. You’re on top of the world and know that it is God showering you with His love. Then there are lots of times when discouragement sets in. You do and say things that make you feel small and not deserving of His, or anyone else’s love.

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Stress more often than not starts from worrying. If you are a chronic worrier, then chances are that you're under a certain amount of stress you may not even be aware of. There are many self-help methods available to help reduce stress. These range from physical exercise, nutrition, optimistic ...

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We are all born sinners. That means that we all owe God something in order to become whole. In the Old Testament He provided blessings by giving atonement for sins by the blood of an innocent, unblemished animal. This beast became the scapegoat so that they could be free to receive His ...

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"Ask of me what you will," He said as He gently pulled me on His knee. My eyes were closed but I knew it was the Father. I was cocooned in a brilliantly white, warm, peaceful embrace. My hands were glowing hot and I knew instantly that I had received the gift of healing. I would have loved to ...

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The benefits of Soy, we have been told are monumental. All soy products have bee FDA approved for years, and I for one have been using soymilk off and on for years. When the latest bone density test revealed no significant increase in bone mass, I did some research on my own. To my surprise I ...

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If the Victor is living in you, victory is not just a possibility. It’s yours for the taking! Are you a Christian and still wondering why you’re the victim of so many calamities? Life is not fair. The fact is that you’re living in an imperfect world inside a decaying body of ...

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You are born helpless and needy, being totally dependent on nurturance from others. In fact, God has created you with a deep need that can never be satisfied until you turn to Him. One of His Names is El Shaddai, which means: God, the All-Sufficient One. The Lord woke me up today with a jolt. ...

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Oh what glory it truly is to be sitting in His Presence. Once that Presence envelops you, you feel like Peter on the Mount of Configuration when he wanted to build a tent and stay there forever. It’s as if you’ve suddenly come face to face with a little fawn in the woods. You hardly ...

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Private Label Rights are products that someone else hasnwritten, but you have the right by the owner to use and/ornsell them as if they were your very own creation. There are many private label rights products available on theninte et on just about any subject imaginable. All you neednto do ...

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I had a frightened call from Debbie yesterday. She wasntotally beside herself. She had just gotten off the bus andnwas at a physical as well as spiritual crossroads. She wasntotally consumed with fear, crying and shakingnuncontrollably. Someone involved in occult practices had threatened ...

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The world and everything in it is constantly changing. In a flash of a moment disease and calamity of every kind can strike. According to the Bible there shall be wars and rumors of wars. Nation shall rise against nation, and kingdoms against kingdom, and there shall be famines, and pestilences ...

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Success or failure of an online business depends mainly on the internet searches. Those who are searching for specific products and services will potentially put hundreds to thousands of dollars in your pockets from your online business. The most important thing to consider is that those who ...

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Starting your business online does not have to be expensive. Marketing your business on the net is the best way of growing a residual income and building your goal of financial freedom. The two most important factors to consider in starting your own Internet marketing business are time and ...

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Do you realize that as a born again Christian you have an awesome power inside of you? Yes, you do! Everything may be turned against you right at the moment and you’re feeling about as low as can be but, if you knew how to tap into that power, you would be gliding right over the obstacles. ...

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In order to get your online home business off the ground fast, there are some basic facts to consider. Even though you hear about all the online entrepreneurs who make millions, they all faced the same hurdles when they started. The very first fact is that, just like in any off-line business, ...

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With the Lord there is total protection for whatever you’re facing. No matter what battles you’re going through, whether physical, emotional or spiritual, the Lord has equipped you. With God the battles are fought in the spirit realm. Words, thoughts and situations can condemn you. ...

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Glucose is:nn· The major source of energy for the body, including the brain. n· A simple sugar, or monosaccharide.n· The principal sugar the body produces. n· Transported through the bloodstream to provide energy to every cell in the body.n· Also a simple ...

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When you think of fitness, you may be thinking of well-toned bodies, rock-hard abs and generally, just a fit and outstanding physique. What if I told you that in order to be truly fit and feel great you don’t need to be a body builder? Fitness is more than exercise. If you think exercise ...

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Stress is a chronic condition. It’s all around you; in your workplace, social life, and even in your home. When left to run its course, stress can intensify into chronic frustration, grief, anxiety, and depression. Stress is a mental condition generally brought on by worrying about things ...

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There is so much information these days about anti aging and antioxidants. But what is all the hype about? What are antioxidants anyway, and what do they have to do with aging? Antioxidants are substances that prevent or slow down oxidation. Oxidation is the process of unstable oxidized ...

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Melatonin is a growth hormone naturally produced by the pineal gland in your brain, and circulating in your bloodstream. Melatonin is secreted at night or in the dark to regulate your sleeping cycle. It plays a significant role in maintaining sleep-wake rhythms. Melatonin is considered to be ...

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Consider the picture of Jesus cleaning out the temple. He did it twice; Once at the very beginning of his ministry (John 2: 15-17) and again at the end. (Mark 11: 15-17) Both times he showed anger, spoke with authority, and single-handedly drove out everyone who used the house of God for ...

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The literal translation for the word tinnitis from Latin means "to tinkle or ring like a bell." It is loosely defined as hearing noises in the ears that no one else present can hear. These can range from ringing, roaring, clicks, whistling, or hissing. Tinnitis, also known as tinnitus, is not ...

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Are you wishing for your circumstances to change? Have you been praying and believing, but do not see any change whatsoever, and are wondering what gives? You may be wondering how when some people pray, everything they ask for seems to turn around for them. So, then how come it’s not ...

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If you knew what the major obstacle to your own success was, would you do something about it? Why do so many Christians struggle to make ends meet while God so clearly promises that we shall have a full and abundant life? (John 10: 10) You may not realize it, but your miracle depends on who you ...

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With the tongue we bless God and curse men. "Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not to so be." (Jas. 3: 9 - 10) What does that mean, really? It's understandable that we should not curse our fellow men.

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Over the years doctors were not able to clearly diagnose impending heart attacks in women. This was mainly due to their symptoms being different from those of men. They were often diagnosed with anxiety or panic attacks, only to experience more severe heart attacks at a later date. Heart ...

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She was widowed, lost and penniless. Logic told her to stay with family and traditional beliefs and rituals. But, somehow, deep in her heart, she knew that she had to make a choice, and that was to go forward into as yet unfamiliar territory. Ruth had learned from her mother-in-law about God ...

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So many people are complaining about being tired. It seems to be the malaise of our time. Do you find you just don’t have the same get up and go as you used to? Somewhere along the way, you have come to rely more and more on caffeine to keep you going. No matter how much you sleep, you ...

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Diarrhea can show up at the most unsuspected times and places, often without warning or obvious cause. Yes, there are over the counter “flow stoppers” available which may work for a while for some but do nothing to heal the condition. Some basic causes of this embarrassing ...

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The immune system is your most important health ally. Its job is to keep you healthy at all times. Your body is created that way; if only you could eat and drink foods that are completely pure and chockfull of all the best vitamins, minerals, enzymes, etc. The main function of your immune system ...

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This is not about fighting a battle against a sin of the flesh. It’s all about fighting a spiritual battle of faith. Actually, the verse the Lord directed me to for this message is this one: “I will: be thou clean.” (Luke 5: 13) That was the Lord’s answer to a leper, ...

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Everyone is looking for the ultimate surefire secret to instant riches; aren't you? It is nice to have more than enough and to enjoy life without financial pressures. God has designed it that way and He means it when He says to cast all your cares on Him. But, how do you receive abundance? ...

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What do you think of when you hear the word freedom? Obviously everyone pictures it completely different, right? You may imagine doing anything you would love at any time without any hindrance of finances, time or ties. You would not notice any angry, envious or judgmental glances; nor would you ...

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Are you walking around with a frown on your face, tired and feeling sorry for yourself for the many disappointments in your life? Why would you do that if you know that you've already won the battles in your life? Maybe you don't yet realize it, but you are a winner. You are programmed for ...

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You have it in you to be a winner. If you're thinking that your spiritual fortitude may be at an all-time low, let's think again. Don't you know that you are in a race, and that only one can win the prize? (1 Cor. 9:24) When you're watching the Olympics, it is obvious that every person striving ...

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The Bible says we have a divine soul: “the LORD God formed man from the dust of the earth. He blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being.” (1) Has science detected it or measured it?

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The Bible says we have a divine soul: “the LORD God formed man from the dust of the earth. He blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being.” (1) Has science detected it or measured it?

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What does the Bible and science say about our unique human capabilities? The Bible says we have a divine soul: “the LORD God formed man from the dust of the earth. He blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being.” (1)

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What does the Bible and science say about our unique human capabilities? The Bible says we have a divine soul: “the LORD God formed man from the dust of the earth. He blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being.” (1)

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What does the Bible and science say about our unique human capabilities? The Bible says we have a divine soul: “the LORD God formed man from the dust of the earth. He blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being.” (1)

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Fitness and exercise are dirty words to some, but when put into perspective we all need to be fit and exercise on a regular basis. I know you have heard it again and again, but I recently turned 40 and really started taking a hard look at my own body and the shape I took on. It was not quite pear-shaped, but I could have went for 3 months pregnant based on the shape of my stomach! Don't laugh at me, but I decided it was time to get more serious about my weight gain over the years. I had not very active since my military days. How about you?

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Christian Gift and their new Web site features Inspirational Christian Gifts and Spiritual Home Decor gifts, they are commited to helping others share their faith threw their family christian gifts store. The new Web site offers a wide selection of christian products to meet all of your ...

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Distance Healing or Absence Healing was considered to be limited but in recent practice the potential of distance healing has proven that sending energy to a recipient or situation is a powerful avenue that works extremely well. Our Antesian Prayer Team healers uses distance healing ...

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We believe the message of the Seal and become vitary. We become messengers of the Seal and live new Life even while being persecuted for our message. As the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ were raised to new Life, so we also live. "I am the Bread of Life," said Jesus. These words give the ...

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When you receive the Seal you will have the change to live forever in Heaven. This is an ateletic or never-ending Life--the ultimate reward God can give you. And this ateletic reward is the true riches of Prosperance. God does provide for those who believe in Him. The earth belongs to God ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be able to eat of what was once considered the Forbidden Fruit because God has given it to you as a blessing and no more a curse. However, Adam and Eve were aphagous and were not to eat of it. God created the world and the surrounding universe in seven ...

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When you receive the Seal you will hear the invitary calling. The invitary is where God calls you home to Heaven. When He calls and you are sealed, you are ready to go joi Him for ete ity.nnn“A certain man,” said Jesus, “made a huge supper, and invited many. And he sent his ...

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When you receive the Seal God will write His Name in your forehead. You will bear the Curionym, or Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, in your forehead when you are sealed. Blessed is he who comes in the Name of the Lord. When God writes His Name in your forehead you come in the Name of the Lord. ...

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When you receive the Seal you will find the Wisdom of God beautiful to think about. You will value catanoia, or thinking and feeling with the Wisdom of God. But you will not take of any Forbidden Fruit like Adam and Eve did for catanoia. God created the world and what surrounds it in the ...

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Jesus spoke of some of the trials of the End-times. He spoke of the wars and persecutions that must happen in the Last Days, and He spoke of the spreading of the Gospel that has already begun to happen, the Promise of His Return. When His disciples showed Him the wondrous architecture of ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be able to become one with God--as a duomonad--and yet the two of you will remain separate and distinct. This is how Adam and Eve were one and yet two separate and distinct people. God created the world in seven days. On the fifth day He created the first ...

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When you receive the Seal God will write His Name upon you. So you will belong to God and also represent God. And to represent God you will be given some of His deiscient knowledge. God created the world and the universe surrounding it in seven days. On the fifth day He created the first ...

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When you receive the Seal you will have access to the moral Wisdom of God Himself. You will know good and evil the way God perceives them by dianoesis, much like Adam and Eve knew when they were "awakened" in the Garden of Eden. God created the world and the universe surrounding it in seven ...

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When you receive the Seal you will have the complementary power of three between two of you, just like how Adam and Eve equaled more than two through the joining of two wills--duobulia. God created the world in seven days. On the fifth day He created the first man Adam. He breathed spiritual ...

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When you receive the Seal you will have new spiritual Life. But you will only live if you are willing to give up your life first in a thanatic surrender. This is because death was brought upon all people by Adam and Eve. God created the world and what surrounds it in its little corner of ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be the photia--the light of the world. Thus you will be a practical gift and a blessing to other people that will prosper them with God's Providence. God created the earth and what surrounds it in seven days. On the very first day He spoke the famous ...

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Just like a city built upon the side of a mountain we are the photia shining in the darkness. And we shine within each house of that city, set high upon a lamp-stand so all can see. As the Body of Christ we are meant to be consumed. We are meant to be devoured as a community. It is our glory ...

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When you receive the Seal your love becomes the greatest of all loves known to people--the philous love. And that is when you become the friend of God and eventually His Bride too. When you are sealed you will love God and love other people with the greatest of loves, the philous love. The ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be given a new name. It will be your own name, living by the power of the Holy Spirit in you which sanctifies you. This name is called the Psychonym. God created the earth in seven days. On the seventh day He rested, but on the fifth day He created man. ...

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When you receive the Seal you are created anew just like the first man Adam was created. And that first man Adam was created by God in a process we know as geoplasis. When you are sealed you become a little earth. The Seal is a little piece of ground in shape. And you become that little ...

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When you receive the Seal you become a little garden. God will plant it in you just like He created the Garden of Eden on the earth when He first created it. And He will plant the eidognostic tree in you. The eidognostic tree is commonly known as the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. ...

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When you receive the Seal you will want to know what God preceives and commands you to do. Once you know you can follow His Commandment faithfully, unlike Adam and Eve who did not follow the precept. God is the ultimate Preceptor. He it is who preceives His Plan unto you so you know what ...

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When you receive the Seal God will sometimes cast you into a deep sleep to warn you away from something evil. This is how Adam was cast into a deep sleep in the Garden of Eden, and he awoke to meet Eve. God took seven days to create the world and what surrounds it in the universe. He created ...

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When you receive the Seal you become like a little garden, just like when God created the earth. When God was done creating all the flora and fauna of the garde He created the man by inspiracy. First God created the light and separated it from the darkness. Then the first day happened. And ...

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When you receive the Seal God will reveal Himself to you. This may happen by hypnophany, the way God revealed Himself to Adam--the first man--when he fell asleep and God created the first woman--Eve--out of him. God created the world in seven days. On the seventh day He rested. He did not ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be chosen of God even if you were not predestined by Him from the beginning. And you will be chosen regardless of your past sins. You will be the electate, for God will receive you and call you His own. Some people were predestined or predefined by God ...

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When you receive the Seal you become a little garden just like the earth God created. And one of the trees God will plant in your soul is the Lignivita, or Tree of Life. First God created the earth. Then He created light upon it and separated it from the darkness. He separated the waters ...

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When you receive the Seal you are no longer under the Law of Moses but under grace. But you are under a Law. You are under the lectual Law, the Law of the Spirit of Life. When you are sealed you are not in danger anymore of being condemned for not following everything commanded you in the ...

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When you receive the Seal God will lift you up to the Prominence of His own Name in magnation. That was how God lifted up Abraham in prominence when He promised the blessings He would give him. The blessings of God are true Prosperance. The blessing of God is more valuable than any earthly ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be meganymic, like your forefather Abraham. God made his name great and you also will be meganymic because God will write His own Name upon you. Thousands of years ago God called Abraham. At the time his name was Abram and God soon changed it to the Abraham ...

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When you receive the Seal you will have knowledge of some of the Judgments of God. You will know what He considers good, and you will also know the mality, or what God considers evil. You will bear fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. That is a tree God planted in the Garden ...

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When you receive the Seal you will turn the power of death from something evil into something good. You will experience good morient death, something Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden never got to experience. God created the earth and the surrounding universe in seven days. On the fifth ...

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When you receive the Seal you will completely reveal yourself to God. You will renude yourself, uncovering everything you once thought you could hide from Him. This is not only natural in innocence, but also spiritual. God created the world and what surrounds it in the universe in seven ...

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When you receive the Seal God plants a little garden in you, just like the Garden of Eden. One of the gifts God gave to the garden was gold, and this gold is optimant, sharing its blessing. God created the universe and the world in six days and He rested on the seventh day. The fifth day was ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be able to visuate the Tree of Life and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, just like Adam and Eve were able to in the Garden of Eden. When you are sealed God plants a little garden in you. The Seal become a little piece of earth ready to grow a ...

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When you receive the Seal you follow the Law of Faith in servancy. There are 3 Commandments you need to follow: Believing the message of the Seal, spreading the message, and dying daily so the God can give you Life. In the early days of the forefathers of your faith, the Law of Moses was ...

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When we are persecuted by opposition to our message we join in the Bread as the Body of Christ. We live a new corporate Life in this one Body as God makes us alive in the process of civity. Each of us is an individual with an individual Seal. Each of us is together united in one, and we become ...

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When you receive the Seal you will have healing from any depression you might have, especially in middle age. You are likely to need it, as a new study shows most people in their 40s go through a period of depression. The study collected data on some 80 countries including 2 million people. ...

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When you receive the Seal you will quit smoking if you have not quit already and you still smoke. A new study shows tobacco use is increasing in developing countries and the "tobacco epidemic" is growing. You may not live in a developing country, but if you smoke you probably realize its ...

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When you receive the Seal you will have the wisdom of the earth and earthly passions. Then by the sophergy you will receive the Wisdom of God and know His Passions as well as your own. When you are sealed you will know the Truth of God. You may have empathy with the doubts of other people ...

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When you receive the Seal you will eventually begin to have synetic perception. Synetic perception is seeing the Word of God and His Messages as they truly are, and understanding them with all comprehension. When you are sealed you will be blessed with understanding the parables of Jesus. ...

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When you receive the Seal you will begin to understand the value of human life since you will have new Life. When you understand the value of life you will see just how precious the new stem cell discoveries are. The year 2007 was a remarkable year for science since it was the year ordinary ...

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Each body of each of the sealed people is the somaton sacrificed for the message. When we suffer persecution in our bodies we are joined together becoming one Body and Bread. Jesus is well-known for sharing His Last Supper meal with His disciples. We partake in this meal unto this very day, ...

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When you receive the Seal you will get much closer to God. A new study shows that lonely people report an increased belief in God and that underscores the importance of being alone with God. In the study groups of people were shown three different movies. One had a loneliness theme, one had ...

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When you receive the Seal you will become anaptous--not touching anything evil and not touching anything God does not have planned for you. Adam and Eve touched the Forbidden Fruit and it cost them their lives. God created the earth and the sky of the universe surrounding it in seven days. ...

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When you receive the Seal you will experience death by baptism. You will be baptized by the Holy Spirit too, so you will be resurrected from that death by anastasis. John the Baptist immersed people in water, and those who were immersed repented of their sins. John ushered in the era of ...

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When you receive the Seal you can bear the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. You can bear the fruit of the knowledge of good, producing fruit God considers good with the calliome. When you are sealed God plants a little garden in you. God created the world and everything ...

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When you receive the Seal you will become like God. You will be created again anew in His Image. This is the way Eve, the first woman, was created as conca ate together with Adam. God created the world and everything surrounding it in seven days, resting on the seventh day. On the fifth ...

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When you receive the Seal you will trust the true God in confidelity for everything. And God will trust you too. Just like Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden before their Fall. God created the world in seven days. On the fifth day He created the first man Adam. He breathed spiritual Life ...

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When you receive the Seal you will take great delight in God. You will experience the ecstasia as Adam experienced it in the Garden of Eden just before he met Eve, the first woman. When you are sealed God will plant a little garden in you just like He planted the Garden of Eden when He ...

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When you receive the Seal God will lift up your thoughts and feelings with an exultary uplifting. And you will show this inner uplifting on the outside too--you will wear it like clothing. Your heart and your flesh of your old person will no longer dictate how you think and feel. Now you ...

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When you receive the Seal you become a child of God the Father. God is filiant, gathering His children to Him, even raising children of Abraham out of the stones of the field. You may have been hard-hearted once. When you are sealed your heart will soften. Even if you were once so ...

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When you receive the Seal it will be a geotype--in the shape of the earth ready to grow the seed. It is a geotype because it is like the earth ready to nourish the seed until it grows up and bears fruit.nnn“This is the kingdom of God,” Jesus said, “as if a person should throw ...

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When you receive the Seal you will have an immissive calling from God. This is what Adam had when God cast him into a deep sleep in the Garden of Eden, and when he awoke there was Eve, the first woman. God created the world and the universe around it in seven days. He rested on the seventh ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be expected not to do certain things, and even not to learn about some things. You will be as intangent as Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden were commanded to be. God created the world in seven days. On the fifth day He created the first man, Adam. He ...

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When you receive the Seal you will have access to all interscient knowledge. This is the knowledge of the Judgments of God, and it comes from the Promise of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. When you are sealed you become a little garden. The Seal is the ground of the garden, the ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be re-created just like Adam in the Garden of Eden. And just as He created Adam, God will write the Vivinomen upon you, His own Living Name. God created the earth and everything that surrounds it in seven days. He rested on the seventh day. On the fifth ...

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When you receive the Seal you are no longer alone. God becomes your potential spouse for ete ity. But you will also be satisfied as unmarried in this world when you live in monasm. God created the earth and everything surrounding it in seven days. On the seventh day He rested. This is the ...

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When you receive the Seal you will become a garden like the Garden of Eden. And like that garden you will have the Life and Knowledge of God Himself, so you will become the mediary for other people. When you receive the Seal God plants a little garden in you. The Seal itself is in the shape ...

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When you receive the Seal you will know a relationship close with God by immedia, without needing any mediation. However you will avoid the false promise of the kind of cursed immedia that caused the Fall of Adam and Eve. God created the world and the universe around it in seven days. On the ...

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When you are sealed God sows His own Seed in you. This Seed is His Message and it is the menogen which is built to last. As long as it remains inside you, then you are not able to sin anymore. When you act to commit sin you are sinning with your body. Your heart causes your body to sin. ...

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When you receive the Seal you become a little garden. You have the potential to grow into a much bigger garden too, and encompass the omniherbal spectrum. This means you can grow anything that can be grown in the earth. The omniherbal spectrum is all the flora found on earth. Even in the ...

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When you receive the Seal you will get closer to God. You will get so close to Him that at times you will be one with Him in unitia. And you can experience unitia with your spouse as Adam with Eve. God created the world in seven days, along with what surrounds it in the universe. On the ...

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Jesus taught the Parable of the Wedding Feast for you when God calls. Some people do not want to answer His Call and come to Heaven because they are busy with life on this earth. You will see in these Last Days how Heaven is much better than life on earth. "The Kingdom of the Heavens is like ...

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When you receive the Seal God will plant His little garden in you and you will bear fruit. You will bear fruit of the Tree of Life and fruit of the paragnostic tree of the knowledge of good and evil. God created the world as we know it in seven days. On the fifth day He created the people, ...

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When you receive the Seal God plants a little garden in you. The phytocosm is the garden of your heart but it does not always bear fruit. But there is a way to start bearing fruit. You do not chop down the fruitless fig tree in the garden of your heart. You do not take that whole tree away. ...

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When you receive the Seal you will experience eugnosis, understanding the most positive and beautiful things. You will not be like Adam and Even who ate the Forbidden Fruit and discovered the shame of their nakedness. God made the world and what immediately surrounds it in the universe in ...

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When you receive the Seal God will create you like He created the first man. He gave the first man Life by breathing His pnoezoic Breath of Life upon him--and that was what gave Life to the garden. When you are sealed you will be created anew like the first man. God shaped the first man out ...

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When you receive the Seal you will become much like Adam in the Garden of Eden. By theopisty you will trust in God alone for your Prosperance. God will give you your motivation and your pleasure from day to day and He is the one who will provide for you. God shaped Adam out of the earth. ...

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When you receive the Seal you will become proherent for God. Proherence is representing God on earth, once you have stuck so close to Him that the two of you are as inseparable as Adam and Eve. God created the world and the sun and moon and everything else surrounding it in seven days. On ...

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When you receive the Seal you will experience death but your soul will live. You will live just like Jesus, the primitial first-fruits, rose from the dead after He was killed. You will live even after you have died because your soul has not died. If God kills a soul, that soul is sent to ...

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When you are sealed you have a chance to become the protoic first. You may become the protoic first in Heaven. You may even become the first on earth, but the protoic first place in Heaven is much better.nnn“Amen, I say to you,” Jesus said, “that you who follow me, in the ...

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When you receive the Seal you begin to seek God every day. This seeking is your quisition. You want to know what God's Plan is for your life. And when you know His Plan and do it God will prosper you too. When you are sealed you always seek Heaven first. Your needs in this world are not as ...

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When you are sealed, your own wealth in this world is repetite--always returning to others. When you prosper your wealth will always return to others, even when you die wealthy. You take none of it with you when you die. Jesus taught you should guard yourself against covetous desire for ...

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When you receive the Seal you will also experience the signative sealing. The signative is when God grants you faith in Him. You need this--without His help you could not receive His Testimony. But with His help you receive it and share it with others. The signative sealing was first taught ...

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When you receive the Seal you will become like God in a simual transformation. You will become like God as Adam was made like God and as Eve was made like Adam. God created the world and everything surrounding it in seven days. On the seventh day He rested. On the fifth day He created man. ...

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When you receive the Seal God will plant a little garden in you just like He created the Garden of Eden. And God as the Theticist will place people inside your garden, just like He put Adam and Eve there. God created the earth in seven days. On the fifth day He created man. He formed Adam ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be ready for prosperance. God will bless you with the lucine light just like He blessed the earth with light when He created it in the beginning. You are the light of the world. That is what Jesus said about his followers. He meant all His believers then ...

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When you are sealed God will give you great Wisdom--He will share His own Wisdom with you. This sets you apart from the serpent and the wisdom of his character, serpency. God created the world and what surrounds it in seven days. On the fifth day He created the first man, Adam. He shaped ...

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When you receive the Seal God will plant His garden in you, just like the Garden of Eden. And soon you will bear enough fruit for a picturesque little xylorama. It took God a week to create the earth and what surrounds it. First was the earth and then He created the light. God divided the ...

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When you receive the Seal you will experience theonoia where you share thoughts with God. This is what tempted Adam and Eve to eat of the Forbidden Fruit but for you today it is no more a curse but a blessing. God created the world and the universe surrounding it in seven days. On the fifth ...

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When we become sealed we teach others about the Seal. Our students need to unlea traditional Christian teachings having nothing to do with what God is saying. Then we teach the anadidactic teaching of the Seal. Many of the disciples of Jesus were fisherman and one day He was teaching from ...

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When you receive the Seal you will find there is a bad kind of "leaven"--the pride of sin spreading through the whole Bread and Body of Christ. We purge this leaven out and become pure through veritation. Then we can be leavened again with the Leaven of God. When the apostle Paul was founding ...

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When you receive the Seal you have two messages you follow--the Message of Jesus and the message of the sealed person sent to you. When you follow these two messages, you have vitation, which is your new Life. Death reigns over you in this time on earth. When you are sealed you die at the ...

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When you receive the Seal you will understand the importance of making sacrifices for God, just like Cain and Abel first offered the sacrifices of thysia to God. And God loved the thysia that Abel offered to Him. The first sacrifice you will ever make as sealed is receiving the Seal. You ...

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When you receive the Seal you will love wisdom and learning. But you will not worship wisdom--you will worship God only. The serpent that tempted Eve in the Garden of Eden was a phrenolater who worshipped wisdom. God created the earth and what surrounds it in the universe in seven days. On ...

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When you receive the Seal you will live out the futural prophecy. The futural prophecy foretells the joining together of the two friends--Jesus and the sealed person. nnn“The hour has come,” Jesus said, “of the glorification of the Son of man.” When Jesus spoke of the ...

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When God sets His Seal upon you, then you are created anew just like the earth. One of the first things to happen is botanism, whereby just like the new earth you become a garden. When you become sealed you go through stages similar to the account of the creation of the earth in Genesis. ...

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An ecopetrous house is the best house to build. When you build your house on the Rock you will withstand all the storms of life including the final storm--Judgment Day. When you are sealed you become a house. A house of God. When you are sealed you become a holy temple. A temple that bears ...

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When you look at the sealed person you are looking at someone blessed with the Holy Spirit. And the way you look at the Holy Spirit depends on who you are. You can see something wonderful or something wanting. The sealed person has the Holy Spirit. When you look at that person you are ...

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When you receive the Seal you turn to the light. You find God's light and you spend most of your time in the majorian light, the light of the sun that rules the daytime. There is a light that rules the day and there is a light that rules the night. The light that rules the day is the ...

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In the process of iconasm, God creates you just like He created man, when you receive the Seal. God creates your soul, spirit, and heart within you when you are sealed. On the first day when God created the earth He gave the universe some form. This is like the form He first gives you in ...

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The hagiodoxy is the Seal of the holy glory. It is the way many people have tasted of the Holy Spirit today. And it is the way many people have received the Holy Spirit--more than just a taste of God. When Jesus died on the cross the administration of the Holy Spirit began. It happened ...

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The Heuresis is our persistent seeking of God. It means to seek Him persistently and consistently. It means to ask, seek, and knock until we receive a generous portion of the Holy Spirit for ourselves. Contrary to what some teachers teach, not everyone automatically has the Holy Spirit. And ...

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When you receive the Seal in your forehead God authenticates you as being His own. So when you are sealed the way you speak changes until it is always the Message of God. This is known as the logesis. When you are sealed your speech changes from bad into good. And this does not simply mean ...

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When you receive the Seal you will suffer some persecution and opposition, especially when you take the message of the Seal to the world. But we who are sealed and suffer together will be glorified together in syndoxy. Your natural self is the "flesh." And your flesh wants to take over. In ...

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"Let there be light!" This was the first lucine command. And God saw the light that it was good. This is how God sees the person who has received the Seal--in the light. And that is good. When God created the earth first there was just darkness. Then He created the light and separated the ...

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Messiah is the Name for Jesus Christ the Savior of mankind. But Messiah did not always refer just to Him and His coming. And even today there are plenty of lesser "messiahs" who appear as leaders, some evil and some good. The sealed person is a good leader. You may not consider the sealed ...

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When you receive the Seal you will experience the novitation, which is your renewal. God will renew your thoughts and your feelings, and your heart will completely change. Then your actions will change too. You receive the Seal upon your forehead. Your head is sealed. And your head is ...

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I can still remember the moment when I came face-to-face with a real Proverb 31 woman for the first time. I was a struggling baby Christian, trying to figure out how I, a recovering daughter of the women’s movement, was ever going to learn to be quiet and subservient. After all, that is ...

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When you are sealed, your soul or animacy is sanctified by the Holy Spirit. Your mind is sanctified by your emotions. Your mind is sealed and your thoughts change. Then your feelings also change and affect your animacy when you are sealed. Jesus died 2000 years ago on the cross. He was ...

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When you are sealed God gives you the ability to overcome gluttony. You first overcome the mark of the beast and then the sins of the flesh. And gluttony is a common sin today. God gives you the power over it. Gluttony is not a word often heard today. It is not a problem talked about in ...

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When you receive the Seal you will want to go to Heaven to be with your God, which will be much better than this life upon earth. And you will have the key to unlock Stenopyles, the door to Heaven. Religious leaders have misled you. Yes, Christian leaders have misled you. They have told ...

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When you receive the Seal you will be called to become anamesic--to stand in the gap between good and evil, light and darkness. You will gladly stand for the benefit of those in darkness, with your inner light shining. When God created the world He first created light. Darkness it seems ...

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When you receive the Seal you are made just like the earth was created into a big garden. And when man was created God said that man would be archetic, or the princely leader of all the life on earth. On the second day God created the earth He separated the seas from the dry land. That was ...

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An archia is a family of things that are chief and first. You can belong to the most important of all archias--the group of sealed people. When you become sealed you become a member of that archia. Jesus promised that if you leave your family for His sake that you will receive a much larger ...

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The eudoxy is the testimony of God about Jesus Christ. You confess Jesus as your Lord and Savior. You believe He died and rose again to save you from your sins. This is the time when God Himself confessed Jesus. John the Baptist came to prepare the way for the coming of Jesus. Jesus is the ...

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When you become sealed you become like Jesus. His Body was a Temple of the Holy Spirit. It was destroyed and yet in just three days it was completely rebuilt with the excitory reviving. It all started when Jesus "cleansed" the temple. It was a crazy thing to do! Nobody could alter the ...

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When you receive the Seal you no longer swear that things will happen. Instead you include the Plans of God Himself with your own plans and integrate them in the process of holosis. When you receive the Seal you begin to take up your cross and follow Jesus. You do it every day. You may ...

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When you receive the Seal you will gain introcelestial entrance into Heaven. And you need it. Believing in Jesus and confessing Him are not enough to get you into Heaven. Not everyone who says to Jesus, "Lord, Lord," will enter into Heaven. That is what Jesus Himself said. Then who will ...

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When you receive the Seal you are just like the earth when God created it. On the third day He made the greater and the lesser, or minorian lights. The minorian lesser light is the moon, just like the sealed person. The sun is the majorian or greater light. On the third day God created the ...

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When you receive the Seal the way you think and feel changes. But God does not do all the work. You have to work to change your heart in a process known as the projectory process. You may think that what you think and feel is supposed to come from your heart. But that is not ideal. What ...

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When you receive the Seal you start to guard yourself against false prophets, some of whom are masquerading as Christian leaders. These are the pseudoprophetic teachers, who you will learn to avoid You trust the message of the Seal. That is how you become sealed. When you trust the message ...

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When you receive the Seal God will give you psychous Life. But you need to give up your life in this world in order to find your psychous Life--the Life of your soul. When you are sealed you put Jesus first. Usually you will want to, since He is the One who has blessed you so much. And when ...

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When you receive the Seal you become acquisite. This is when God procures you for Himself as His Possession. And the kingdom of Heaven is acquisite when you procure it for yourself as your own inheritance. This is a mutually beneficial exchange. In economics there is an idea that with trade ...

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When you are sealed you have Bread from Heaven to eat. So your hunger is satisfied more easily. However if you have difficulty losing weight, you become content with your body image. When you are sealed you have ete al food to eat. It is not just food for thought. It is food of God. You ...

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The Seal marks your body as a holy house. When you are sealed your body becomes a temple of the Holy Spirit in a templescent becoming. You become one with God instead of one with anyone else. Jesus was condemned to death and died on the cross. He rose from the dead on the third day after ...

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The seminant sowing is sowing to the Spirit to reap the Harvest of the Spirit. You invest when you sow, and when you reap you receive a return on that investment. This is how the Holy Spirit purchases you in preparation for Heaven. When you are sealed you become a garden bearing fruit. And ...

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When you receive the Seal you believe in Jesus Christ. You believe that He was the Messiah who was foretold by many ancient seers. As sealed and a believe you are known as Messian. Being Messian is different from being Christian. Because regular Christian people are not sealed. They have ...

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You may realize you have experienced vacuosity. Without the Seal you probably are experiencing it right now. You are on the verge of gaining new purpose in your life but up until now you have been empty and idle. Yes. You have been empty and idle no matter how busy you have been. Because ...

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The triasm is the threefold visitation of God. You have heard of the trinity. The triasm is the three ways God visits us in each of His three Persons. First there is anointing, then there is sealing, finally there is comforting. The trinity is a tradition long believed by Christian people. ...

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The victorial end of the battle comes when we are sealed. That is when we win the ultimate victory over Satan, and his beast and the mark of the beast. It decides the battle but not the war yet. You are fighting the battle with the devil every day. He wants to have you for his own. He wants ...

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The victorial end of the battle comes when we are sealed. That is when we win the ultimate victory over Satan, and his beast and the mark of the beast. It decides the battle but not the war yet. You are fighting the battle with the devil every day. He wants to have you for his own. He wants ...

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When you receive the Seal you become a little garden plot, and you nourish the crop in your garden by apotrophy, where you are the earth itself feeding the flower from within yourself. The crop undergoing apotrophy is feeding from something--your fertile soil. And your fertile soil is feeding ...

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What is your operary service? When you are Christian, truly serving God is trusting the message of the sealed person. And when you trust that message you too receive the Seal. First you trust, and then you are trusted by others. A multitude of people followed Jesus, watching His healings ...

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Amazon.com eview Even well-versed Biblical scholars might be perplexed if asked about Jabez, a little-known man listed in 1 Chronicles, chapter 4. Yet his simple petition is the cornerstone of The Prayer of Jabez and has become a call to live a more "blessed life" for countless readers. The ...Amazon.com eview

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Christian spiritual healing is vital in all aspects of life, including your physical health. Can you imagine how great you would feel if you had never made bad choices? What if you had never experienced grief or had never been abused? Imagine having no guilt to carry.

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You've heard me say it before. "Change your focus!" Sometimes we need a gentle reminder that there are others in the world who suffer just as much or more than we do, much more as a matter of fact. If you want to be free from depression, get free from yourself! Trying lending a helping hand to someone in need. Pick up the phone and call someone who needs encouragement. Donate a few dollars to your favorite charity or to your church. Make a positive change in the world, and you will feel it on the inside! One group who suffers tremendously is American Veterans.

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Everyone is focusing on the "State of the Union" or "State of the World," I should say. The economic crises in the US has captured all eyes and the whole world watches President Barack Obama, looking steadily for positive change. In my last article, I advised you to change your focus and look ...

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As one who suffered for so long with Chronic Depression, I really have difficulties tapping into the power of positive thinking. I honestly believe that our thoughts are given to us by others, starting while we are still in the womb. First our parents, then teachers, siblings, friends, ...

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The Spinning World Have you ever had too much to drink, and found yourself lying on the bed watching the room spin around you, trying really hard not to be sick? What did you do? You found one spot on the ceiling or the wall and stared at that spot until the spinning stopped right? nn(Can ...

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Can you remember the last time you had a bad day? Do you remember how you felt when you got up that morning? Were you eager to meet the day or eager for it to just be over? I bet I already know the answer! I have a co-worker that comes to work and the first thing he says is “I’m having a bad ...

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No matter how upbeat we try to be, we all have had a dark place or two to overcome in our lives. Some have problems so big that it may be beyond comprehension to others as to how they will ever be able to handle it. But no matter what size problem or circumstance you are dealing with, it’s big ...

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Racism. Now there is a word that can stir up emotions quickly! So many people have such strong views on this subject that it is really hard for a lot of people to talk about it with an open mind. The fact of the matter is that very many Christians struggle with this as well. My goal is to help ...

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I published this article first with the Huffington Post: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/steve-mcswain/christianity-is-dying-spirituality-is-thriving_b_1950804.htmlrnr

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Mohandas Gandhi said, "I consider myself a Hindu, Christian, Muslim, Jew, Buddhist, and Confucian."

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It seems rather odd to refer to any of what follows as secrets. For one thing, the word “secret” implies that something is hidden and the wisdom below is anything but secret. In some form or fashion, you could find these in virtually any spiritual tradition. Second, “secret” implies that the spiritual wisdom that would lead one to the life he/she really wants is really only accessible by a few. And, the unfortunate tendency is not to regard your self as one of the select few. But, of course, you are.

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In life, we experience two kinds of fear: Real fear, and psychological fear. Or, as I prefer to think of the latter, ego-fear. In the words of Immanuel Kant, the ego is “our precious little self.” Or as Eckhart Tolle calls it, “the voice in the head.” It isn’t who you really are, but the you that you think you are. Each day, what you see in the mirror is the reflection of your physical being, and within, you may get glimpses of your unique personality in that reflection too, in between your laugh lines or furrowed brow. Still, it's not really you.

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Fact: I am a Christian. Fact: I am straight. Fact: For much too long, I have stood, just as much of the church has, on the wrong side of the gay/lesbian issue.

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"God is dead," said Nietzsche. Well, maybe somewhere, but not here, as the PBS special, God in America makes abundantly clear.

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She says it’s her favorite book ever. And, lately, all my wife talks about is seeing the movie version of Eat, Pray, Love, starring Julia Roberts. So, I finally decided to check it out for myself. I wasn’t expecting much. I got to the first scene, however--the one where the author, Elizabeth Gilbert, cries out to God in prayer--and I was hooked. In a marriage that isn’t working, Gilbert is an emotional train wreck waiting to happen. Since her life makes no sense to her whatsoever, she does what many of us have done when we can’t think of what else to do--she prays.r

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It made little sense to me why my wife would hide Eat, Pray, Love in the nightstand beside our bed. So, when I decided to see what all the fuss was about, I reasoned, “No need to buy a copy since there’s a perfectly good one in the nightstand beside our bed.” You’d have thought I just made off with the Mona Lisa from the Louvre. I promised to protect it, to handle it with as much care as a paleographer would an ancient text—no bending of the edges, no underlining, circling, or writing in the margins—things I typically do with my own books.r

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The church today appears to be more lost than the world it's trying to save. One reason is that the church has so wedded itself to western culture that Christians today look and live more like the culture around them than the Christ before them. The irony is, while the church almost continually rants against the culture, it has in fact embraced it, as well as its values.

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I was introduced to many other religions, not intentionally, but more by accident. My father was a minister, but my mother was a travel agent and tour leader. When I was just a child, she began leading tours and taking groups to Europe and the Middle East, the Scandinavian countries, even to the Far East, including Russia and China. My two brothers and I were the lucky beneficiaries of being raised by parents who took us on vacations to exotic, sometimes strange, but always faraway places.

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Interesting you would ask me this, as others have asked me this question, too, and I suppose it is because I no longer pretend to believe that Christianity is the only way to know God. Yet, as far as my own faith journey is concerned, I regard myself as more Christian today than I've ever been. Admittedly, there are some dramatic differences.

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There is in everyone the longing to know intimacy with the Divine. The only difference between people is that a few are aware of this longing, while most are not. For those who are not, life is a constant challenge, even a frustration, as they search for God everywhere but the one and only place where God could ever be found - which is, inside of you.

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When I speak of "Christ-consciousness" I am referring to the degree of your awareness along three lines. One is your awareness of yourself. I sometimes ask people, "Who are you when no one is looking?" It's an important question but, unfortunately, most people live as I lived for much of my adult life-completely out-of-touch or uncertain as to who they really are.

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For centuries, Christians have not only believed but vigorously defended the view that Jesus is the one and only way to God. As a Christian myself, I was one of these who not only believed this but was ready to argue and debate with anyone who questioned what I thought was an unquestionable claim made by none other than Jesus himself. That claim is recorded in John 14:6. Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except by me." To me, for someone to question this bold assertion was tantamount to heresy.

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The Myth of Your “Calling” in Lifer Our culture has confused people, and continues to do so, in this regard. For example, what young person does not grow up expecting that there is something special they are here to do and that their greatest life challenge, or test, is to figure out what that "something" is and pursue it?

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What does it mean to be what easterners describe as awakened, enlightened, transformed, or as the Evangelical Christians say, "born again, saved, and converted?" Who knows? This much I do know. Virtually every religious tradition has coined words and concepts to tell the story of their experience of transcendence. But, no one word or concept could ever fully capture whatever it is that happens in the human experience, the consequence of which leaves one radically and forever different.

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Robert Louis Stephenson once wrote: "I have a little shadow who goes in and out with me; and what can be the use of him is more than I can see. He is very, very like me from the heels up to the head; and I see him jump before me, when I jump into my bed." Clever poem, but what is he talking about? The ego, of course. It is the chief culprit in all human unhappiness. Yet, most people live and die with this little inner character running their lives. They neither know him nor recognize his presence. If they did, they would take the necessary steps to bring an end to it. What is ego?

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Recently, my wife and I saw the movie 2012. It reminded me of the doomsday nonsense that fundamentalist Christians (and I was once one of them) have been saying about the RAPTURE – the return of Jesus to catch-up all his followers into the clouds and whisk them away to a kind of benign judgment while those LEFT BEHIND reel in the madness of a world that spirals out of control – necessitating the appearance of an Antichrist who rules the world. What do they have in common?

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Similarly, there is a naiveté about how the universe works that’s quite popular today. Just as the ego in some Christians enjoys the illusion of having God on a leash, there are some religious and pseudo-religious people today who believe they can harness the Divine laws of the universe for their own wishes and self-aggrandizement. These persons are practitioners of what has become widely known as the Law of Attraction. This is a spiritual and universal law to be sure. But, it’s hardly “the secret” that a recent book by that title would suggest and it’s hardly a new law.

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“The hour I have long wished for has now come.”rn-- Saint Teresa of Avila (1515 – 1582) I had reclined on the living room couch, picked up the remote, and began surfing the plethora of television programs, most of which are repetitive and useless. I paused from channel-surfing just long enough to listen to the opening remarks of a popular psychologist on a PBS special. His name? Wayne W. Dyer. Though I knew of him only vaguely, I remembered he was the author of several bestselling books and one in particular that had propelled him to a level of notoriety few authors ever attain.

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Stephen B. McSwain has written a thoughtful book in The Giving Myths: Giving Then Getting the Life You’re Always Wanted (Smyth & Helwys Publishing, 2007) that comes out of his personal interests and professional work as a vice president of Cargill Associates Inc., a philanthropy and fundraising ...

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So said the Buddha. In the months that followed his death and burial, I felt confused, afraid, and lost. I tried to help my mother manage her grief even as I struggled to handle my own. To say that my life unraveled would be an understatement. Within twenty-four months of his death, I left the ministry, began a new career altogether, and went through a divorce.

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