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Cliches
     'Chip Shots from the Ruff of Life' from Tom Kelley

Recently, a friend of mine sent me a story of a man whose wife continually pestered him to teach her how to play golf. He finally relented and took her to the course. The first hole was a par three of some 170 yards or so. The husband addressed the ball and then proceeded to hit a beautiful shot that came to rest about thirty feet from the cup. "Now you do the same thing I just did," he told his wife. His wife then hit an ugly snap hook that hit a tree on the left of the hole, ricocheted off a rock behind the green and then rolled straight into the cup. "So now…

Useful
     ''Winging It' from Stan Smith

(It’s the week before the presidential elections. I’m writing this now for that reason.) I have long argued from Scripture that God is Sovereign. I’ve also said that it’s a good thing. It becomes very good, for instance, at a time like this, with the current “race to the bottom” for presidency. From a Christian materialist view, we’re out of luck. There are no good choices. Can’t even tell what the least bad one is. Yes, folks, it looks bad for us. But wait! God is on His throne. He is good. And He does what He pleases. In…

Living by Faith
     'The Way' from Kevin Pauley

As He was going along by the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and Andrew, the brother of Simon, casting a net in the sea; for they were fishermen. And Jesus said to them, "Follow Me, and I will make you become fishers of men." Immediately they left their nets and followed Him. Going on a little farther, He saw James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, who were also in the boat mending the nets. Immediately He called them; and they left their father Zebedee in the boat with the hired servants, and went away to follow Him. – Mark 1:16-20 (NASB) Being a disciple…

Justification VII (2-16-11)
     'Today's Little Lift' from Jim Bullington

Is there anyone who does not wish to believe that he/she is okay in God's eyes? This question, of course, would not be relevant for anyone who does not believe in God. But, among those who are fully convinced that the God of the Bible exists, is there anyone who is content to think that he/she stands condemned before God? To ask this yet another way, as believers isn't it our hearts' desire to be justified before the One who will determine our eternal destiny? Today's message will consider this question from a biblical perspective as well as from a practical personal point of view. …

Wise Men Worship They Always Do
     'Word from Scotland' from Sandy Shaw

In Matthew Chapter 2 verses 1 to 18 – We read of these wise men making their way from the east to Jerusalem. This whole incident has been so grossly romanticised – that the truth can easily be lost. Their number has been limited to three – we have made them kings – and we……

End Times are here, but what about the Rapture?
     'Refreshment in Refuge' from Gina Burgess

There are about as many interpretations of the End Times as there are Christians in the world. To me, it seems like people decide to pick and choose scriptures that only pertain to their own view rather than encompassing the entire Bible (including the old Testament as well as the New Testament). The trouble with incorporating the Old with the New is that the OT prophets would prophesy near happenings and far off happenings almost in the same breath. The only way to tell the difference is to know ancient history really well, or know and trust the work of some archeologists. Even…

Making Good Memories
     ''Christ in You...'' from Dale Krebbs

Did you know that you can assure that in the future you will not regret events in your past? Keep regret away from your heart by surrendering your heart, mind, and body - your whole being to Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. This will keep your present life so as to serve you in the future because you have no regret. Your memory will then conjure up peace of mind and service to others and to Jesus Christ without any hindrances of sadness and regret. (Proverbs 4:23). The present will eventually become your past. Then the past will serve rather than cripple you. Also, strive to…

Psalms 91:11
     'Voice of Inspiration' from Andy Castro

'For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways. ' Psalm 91:11 AMP Earthquakes shake and shift the ground we walk on. If it's strong enough, the shaking and shifting will damage and destroy the buildings we've settled in. So, it is with God. He destroys the thoughts of comfort and complacency we enjoy under His protective sphere. At this moment in time, God is the earthquake. The time comes when the Lord calls us out from His protective covering. He calls us into the wild jungles of humanity to tame the land and develop great kingdoms…

Happiness Is All About Balance
     'Inspiration For You' from Randy Mitchell

Happiness is that wonderful, peaceful feeling when we believe our personal universal stars are meticulously aligned, giving us that oozing and satisfying feeling. It can be found everywhere, and can hit you when least expected, sending you soaring to new heights along your life's super highway. Many of us think we know what will make us truly happy: that winning lottery ticket, a romantic relationship filled with never-ending butterflies, or perhaps becoming eye candy for paparazzi-infused photographers hanging on your every thought or gesture. Once again, we all think we…

Bible and Quote - October 6-10
     'Bible verse and quote' from Jan Couns

Your word I have treasured in my heart, That I may not sin against You. Psalm 119:11 As long as you aren’t being confronted with the Word, you can hide from the truth, excuse your sin, and run from the issue. Tony Evans, senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas Blessed are You, O Lord; Teach me Your statutes. Psalm 119:12 Nothing is more common than for men to think that because they are familiar with words they understand the ideas they stand for. Cardinal John H. Newman, 1801-90 I have rejoiced in the way of Your testimonies,…

Obedience's Reward
     'God's Words For US' from Cecelia Lester

Obedience’s Reward “Now if you obey me fully and keep my covenant, then out of all the nations you will be my treasured possession. Although the whole earth is mine, you will be for me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.” Exodus 19:5-6a (NIV) Moses has let the Israelite people out of Egypt. He goes to meet God on Mount Sinai. The Lord gives Moses a promise. My study Bible has a footnote about the section that goes from chapter 19-24. “This section follows the form of ancient Hittite suzerainty…