A poster of Oktoberfest. (Photo from Wallpaper.com) Oktoberfest is an annual festival in Germany known for its contrasting character. On one end, it’s a traditional celebration with rich cultural significance. However, on the opposite extreme, it transforms into a fierce, debaucherous drinking extravaganza, attracting a staggering 6.3 million visitors yearly. This wild revelry resulted in… Continue reading The Bible’s take on Booze: A critical analysis of alcohol today
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The List
I like lists. I like making lists. Grocery list, shopping list, packing list, prayer list, and even to-do list. I don’t like being on lists unless it’s Santa’s “Good” list, but I’m probably on his “Naughty” list. These days, I rely on lists, especially when grocery shopping. But I still tend to forget things and… Continue reading The List
Possible to repent? Sure. Likely? No. – Divorce Minister
As a dog returns to its vomit, so fools repeat their folly. –Proverbs 26:11, NIV Within the Christian community, so much pressure is placed upon faithful spouses to “reconcile” with their cheating partners. Sometimes lip service is given to the importance that the cheater has actually changed and will not cheat again. However, the general… Continue reading Possible to repent? Sure. Likely? No. – Divorce Minister
Be Patient in Affliction
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Romans 12:12 NIV Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Romans12:12 NIV Republished with permission from Blogs.crossmap.com, featuring inspiring Bible verses about Be Patient in Affliction.
The Privileged Life: Unleash Your Creativity!
“Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.” (Isaiah 43:19) I love fall! We’re in peak leaf-changing season here in southern Appalachia, and the colors around us are eye-popping. Buttery-yellow tulip poplars, tomato-red maples, bright-orange serviceberry… Continue reading The Privileged Life: Unleash Your Creativity!
The Names Of Jesus Christ In The Bible – Pursuing Intimacy With God
The Names Of Jesus Christ In The Bible In our previous Bible study articles we learned the names of God and their meanings. Now we will look at the names of Jesus Christ. God wants to reveal Himself in real and personal ways to you. Which is much better than reading some facts or stories… Continue reading The Names Of Jesus Christ In The Bible – Pursuing Intimacy With God
The legacy of Isaac and Ishmael: Israel’s turbulent and sacred path
Soldiers carrying rifles. (Photo by Somchai Kongkamsri from Pexels) In early October 2023, Hamas initiated an unexpected offensive within Israel’s borders, launching the attack from the Palestinian territory of Gaza. In a tragic turn of events, the actions of Hamas fighters resulted in the loss of more than 1,200 lives. Those affected were innocent women… Continue reading The legacy of Isaac and Ishmael: Israel’s turbulent and sacred path
Seeking God, Not Likes: Breaking Free from the Approval Trap — Vaneetha Risner
I’ve been a pleaser for as long as I can remember. In elementary school, I couldn’t figure out what to pack for lunch until I saw what other people were bringing. In my first job, I kept wearing the clothes that people complimented me on, discarding the more comfortable ones that I preferred. Even now… Continue reading Seeking God, Not Likes: Breaking Free from the Approval Trap — Vaneetha Risner
In faithfulness he will bring forth justice
A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out. In faithfulness he will bring forth justice; (Isaiah 42:3 NIV) A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out. In faithfulness he will bring forth justice Isaiah 42:3 NIV Republished with permission… Continue reading In faithfulness he will bring forth justice
Possible to repent? Sure. Likely? No. – Divorce Minister
As a dog returns to its vomit, so fools repeat their folly. –Proverbs 26:11, NIV Within the Christian community, so much pressure is placed upon faithful spouses to “reconcile” with their cheating partners. Sometimes lip service is given to the importance that the cheater has actually changed and will not cheat again. However, the general… Continue reading Possible to repent? Sure. Likely? No. – Divorce Minister