There are a few memorable lines in the movie Batman Begins - if you like that sort of genre (which I happen to). At one point in the movie, Playboy Bruce Wayne takes a fully clothed dunk in a pool with two young ladies. When his old childhood girlfriend (Rachel Dawes) spots him, he tells her that this apparent vacuous … [Read more...]
Boko Haram fighters stoned Nigerian girls to death
How heartbreaking SOURCE: Fox News YOLA, Nigeria – Even with the crackle of gunfire signaling rescuers were near, the horrors did not end: Boko Haram fighters stoned captives to death, some girls and women were crushed by an armored car and three died when a landmine exploded as they walked to … [Read more...]
Yoga Infiltrating Schools
Yoga is infiltrating schools. It has been doing so for many years. At the end of this article you will find a video produced by truthXchange. I highly recommend viewing it if you're a Christian. The speaker is Mary Eady and the subject focuses on how Yoga devotees and organizations are successfully introducing yoga … [Read more...]
This Transient Life
We are living a transient life in a fallen world. I've discovered the hard way over the years that our bodies are unreliable. They wear out eventually - sometimes quickly. There's nothing we can do to prevent it. The best we can hope for is to slow the process down somewhat. Our lives here on earth are a vapor, … [Read more...]
Return of the Old Empires?
With all that is occurring in the world today and the jostling of powers, could we be seeing a return of the old empires? In a previous column I had speculated about a return of the old gods. This time I'm going to touch upon the return of the old empires - with thanks to Lt. Col. Ralph Peters. A few months … [Read more...]
I Can Do All Things Through Christ
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 We've all read these words and they've been a source of encouragement to many people. From Christians to various self-help gurus, so many have quoted this verse to context to achieving goals. But what did Paul really mean in context with the … [Read more...]
Pastor Saeed Abedini Update 4/29/2015
Update on Saeed: Saeed's dad was able to visit Saeed in prison today. Saeed is encouraged by your notes of encouragements and Birthday messages! Thank you for taking the time to encourage Saeed. He carries your messages with him in his heart and they are a great source of hope for him in the prison. To know that he … [Read more...]
Homeless person leaves money, note in collection plate
CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - Twelve words, and just a few more cents, left in a collection plate have 'moved' members of a Charlotte church. Staff members at the First United Methodist Church (FUMC) in Charlotte found a note on the outside of a collection envelope last Sunday. "Please don't be mad. I don't have … [Read more...]
Amazing Grace!
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found; Was blind, but now I see. ’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, And grace my fears relieved; How precious did that grace appear The hour I first believed. Through many dangers, toils and snares, I have … [Read more...]
There is No Panic in Heaven
Despite all the killing of Christians going on in some parts of the world, there is no panic in heaven. Voice of the Martyrs interviews Tom Doyle on what believers want us to know about living in regions dominated by ISIS. From the website: Tom Doyle, author of a new book about Christians facing persecution in … [Read more...]
