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  • "The Secret" May Have Some Problems  By : Rob Marshall
    "The Secret" is a best-selling movie and book about something called the Law of Attraction. From a Christian perspective, the movie has a couple problems.
  • 10 Ways To Access The Power Source  By : Kate Loving Shenk
    Learn To Live From Your Greatest Strength By Accessing Your Power Source
  • 11 Ways Nurses Can Become Mystics  By : Kate Loving Shenk
    Nurses Are Healers, But They May Not Always Know This. Nurses Are Mystics, Too--But They Definitely Do Not Know It.
  • 7 Benefits to Developing a Personal Worship Time  By : Jean Welles
    We were made to worship a Holy God. Playing a musical instrument has many benefits, but adding worship takes the benefits to a whole new level.
  • A Christmas Quiz  By : Gary Kurz
    Everyone has their own idea about Christmas. But few know the "facts" as given by the Bible. Here is a short quiz to test your knowledge. I think you will be surprised at how much you know (or don't know).
  • A Few Facts On Tarot Psychic Reading  By : Robert Watson
    Tarot cards have been used for centuries to foretell how a persons life will turn out or how a certain event will come to pass in the future. Now more than ever, the tarot is being used as a divination tool for psychic readings.
  • A Love Letter from God  By : Gary Kurz
    A sailor makes a comparrision of love letters received from his wife to the Word of God.
  • A New View of a 12-Step Process  By : Don McAvinchey
    I recently sat down and looked at each of the 12 Steps of AA and tried to feel the essence of what each step is saying and calling for. There is an underlying theme for each step that I've felt inspired by whenever I read them, or talk about the steps with a client. Something about them has always struck me deeply, and did again when I was meditating on them. Here's how I've re-written the 12 steps:
  • A Sailor's Craft  By : Gary Kurz
    A true to life story. Ride along with a sailor who allows his pride to put himself and passengers at risk. Good applications for faith and trust.
  • A Very Different Mode Of Attention Is Required For Self Realization  By : Elysha
    Without a clear desire to be home you will only whistle around in the wind being distracted by whatever should "wink" at you - kind of like what is currently going on.
  • All Things Are Possible, Even For A Nobody  By : Rob Marshall
    Before his epic battle with Goliath, David was just a lowly shepherd working for his dad. But even though he was a nobody, he had learned to trust God and that changed everything.
  • Amy  By : Gary Kurz
    An uplifting, true story of how a young girl moved the hearts of an entire congregation and caused several to surrender for service.
  • Answered Prayer: What God Expects From Us  By : Rob Marshall
    When our prayers don't get answered we start to question a lot of things. But the story of the Canaanite woman from the New Testament teaches us that there is only one thing that God expects from us.
  • Are You a Doormat  By : Gary Kurz
    What does it really mean to be "meek"? Some think it means you are weak. Others call it "controlled strength". Which, if either is correct?
  • Are You Ready To Be Completely Freed From Everything? by Elysha  By : Elysha
    The full impact of the totality of the freedom of the divine one immediately comes to fruition in every moment that you leave alone the trying to be of who you think you are and in its stead, you stopping at and as this one that is the truth of who you are - this "you" of you that is already flowing through the eyes of this mindbody that you find yourself flowing through.
  • Awakening To The Eternal Now  By : Ada Porat
    To find freedom from worry about the future, it is important to realize that the future does not yet exist. We are creating the future in each present moment through the choices we make. We are limitless spiritual beings, subject only to what we hold in mind! When we understand this, we can release limiting emotions and embrace the power of our true nature in each moment, creating a joyful life and future that reflects our inner reality.
  • Believers Die Well  By : Gary Kurz
    This is one of most potent stories of martyrdom in human history. The death of this great saint was prophesied in scripture and occurred just as the Bible said it would. The strength and power of this one man's testimony should instill courage in every Christian heart.
  • Biblical Baby Names -- A Treasure Trove For Expectant Parents  By : Neil Street
    This article looks at the importance of biblical baby names, how they may affect a person's life, and how the bible may be a treasure trove of overlooked names for today's parents.
  • Building a Business As a Psychic Medium  By : Robert Watson
    Psychic Readers would like to try to say something you may find unbelievable. Anyone, anywhere in the world can become a psychic medium. Every human has psychic potential, they simply need to be open to otherworldly signals. Every day there exist humans who can help themselves or others by hearing that tiny voice within your mind.
  • Christ's Death: Was It Good Enough?  By : Rob Marshall
    We often struggle with guilt over the sins we've committed, or because we feel that we're just not good enough. But because of Christ's death, we are completely righteous and totally forgiven. It is God's gift to us and we can't earn it, or add to it, all we have to do is receive it.
  • Christians in America - An Unbelieving Generation?  By : Rob Marshall
    What would Jesus say about our faith? For most Christians the answer might be that He would be disappointed. Like His original disciples, we get too caught up in our problems and lose sight of His power.
  • Create a Beloved Community  By : Don McAvinchey
    The Beloved Community is a two-fold dream. It has as its center point the two aspects of non-violent change that Dr. King pursued in helping to change our country toward more racial equality: Compassion and Economic Justice for all. Here's how you can create your own beloved community.
  • Darwin Applauds Christianity  By : Gary Kurz
    While Charles Darwin certainly deserves the discredit for promoting evolution theory, he does not wholly deserve the blame for the damage this theory has done as it itself has "evolved". Darwin made some comparisons between evolution and Christianity that will shock both evolutionist and creationists alike
  • David and Abigail  By : Jon Straumfjord
    Nabal was a rich and miserly man who foolishly refused to reward the generosity of David and his men. However, Abigail, Nabal's wife, was a beautiful and intelligent woman, who was able to deflect David's retribution.
  • David and Goliath: How To Become An Overnight Success  By : Rob Marshall
    The story of David's victory over Goliath has inspired people for centuries. By defeating Goliath, David was able to go from a being simple shepherd boy to becoming the king of Israel. From David's life we learn how we can overcome the obstacles we face, and what it takes to become an "overnight" success.
  • David And Goliath: What Was He Thinking?  By : Rob Marshall
    It may be easy to assume that David's faith never wavered when he faced Goliath, but if he was a normal human being, he probably had his doubts. When we pursue our dreams we will come up against "Goliaths" of all kinds, and we will have to deal with our doubts and fears. Fortunately, there is a simple way to overcome them and reach our dreams.
  • Do You Have Trust Issues - In Love?  By : Elizabeth Davis
    Put your palms out in front of you. Now look at your pinky fingers. One finger can reveal so much about your ability to trust and communicate.
  • Don't Forget to Remember to Forget  By : Gary Kurz
    God not only forgives our sins, but he promises that he forgets them - that he totally removes them from his memory. There are times when it is good for us to emulate this characteristic.
  • Eulogy Examples to Help You Prepare  By : Robert Thomson
    How to Use Eulogy Examples to Help You in the Writing Process
  • Faith and Miracles  By : Jan Engels Smith
    Faith is built by the strength of one’s belief systems. The more you believe something to be true, the more faith you have in the processes associated with it.
  • Faith That Moves Mountains: First, Forget The Mountain  By : Rob Marshall
    When Jesus talked about faith that moves mountains, it doesn't matter if the mountain was a real one or just a symbol. What He does tell us is that our faith can do a lot more than we think.
  • Fantasy  By : Michael A. Verdicchio
    Fantasy is an “imagined event or sequence of mental images, such as a daydream, usually fulfilling a wish or psychological need; an unrealistic or improbable supposition.” Your goals are not a fantasy.
  • Future Hindsight  By : Anne Kelly
    You can recall dozens, maybe hundreds of coincidences that brought you to where you are today. Was it luck, synchronicity, good fortune, a lesson, or a blessing in disguise?
  • God's Abundant Blessings: 5 Steps To Enjoying More Of Them  By : Rob Marshall
    God wants to bless us, but He never forces us to accept His blessings. There are five steps we can that will help us enjoy all the blessings He wants to give us.
  • Gratitude or Abundance - Which Comes First?  By : Rob Marshall
    Being grateful for abundance before we experience it may seem like putting the cart before the horse, but it's really all about realizing what we already have.
  • Healing the Great Divide  By : William Frank Diedrich
    There are no short cuts to healing the divisions we see in this world. We have a diversity of viewpoints and perspectives. The illusion is that we must somehow convince others of our viewpoint. If we could only convince others that we are right then all would be well. This goal is unattainable. A more attainable goal would be to accept others as they are and to release the need to fix or change them. Do this and your influence will increase.
  • Heaven By Another Road  By : Karin Syren
    In today's politically correct society where seemingly "anything goes," and everyone has a their own belief about heaven, are we perhaps missing the real truth?
  • Heaven Is Going to Be A Shock to You  By : Gary Kurz
    Many a theologian have stated that heaven will be whatever it takes to make you happy. Is this true? Is that what the Bible teaches or are most believers in for a big shock?
  • How Christians Should determine their votes  By : Kim Sunshine
    A biblical based view on how christians should cast their ballots
  • How to Believe in Miracles  By : Gary Kurz
    The results of a poll of Christians that asked the question "which miracles of the Bible do you least believe" are shocking. A good example is offered to show why we should never doubt the Word of God.
  • How to Fool God  By : Gary Kurz
    Are you a "play church" type of Christian? Read about "Johnny and the Rat" and see if you see yourself in this little boy.
  • How to Have Joy Though Unhappy  By : Gary Kurz
    Words are important, especially when there is scriptural applications at play. Joy and happiness seem to mean the same thing, but do they?
  • How To Hold Onto Your Peace Daily  By : Iris Shamble
    Don’t let the cares of this world draw you away from your peace. Staying focused and standing firm on what is in your heart – will bring success in your life.
  • How Your Dreams Can Change Your Life  By : Rob Marshall
    Our dreams create the motivation and drive we need to fulfill the desires of our hearts. And with God's help, they empower us overcome the doubts and fears that try to keep us from reaching our dreams.
  • How Your Mouth Can Get you in Trouble  By : Karin Peavy
    The perfect solution for keeping your foot out of your mouth
  • If God Joined You at Work, Would You Notice?  By : Nina Amir
    This article provides information on how to bring God into the work environment. Readers will discover three easy ways to make their office into a sacred space and to keep God in their thoughts throughout their work day. With a simple change in consciousness, anyone can begin to "see" God in the office as well as in church or synagogue or during personal prayer and meditation.
  • Introduction to Prosperity - Be Faithful With Money  By : Rob Marshall
    The idea that truly spiritual people should not be concerned with worldly riches, isn't what Jesus taught. Instead, He taught that our faithfulness with money determines whether or not we will be entrusted with the true riches.
  • Introduction to Prosperity - The Rich Get Richer  By : Rob Marshall
    Unlike some religions that teach a spiritual person has to renounce wealth, the Bible teaches us that we need to increase it.
  • Introduction to Prosperity - We Have All We Need To Succeed  By : Rob Marshall
    God has given us everything we need in order to be successful, and He expects us to use it.
  • Introduction to Prosperity - Wisdom Is The Key  By : Rob Marshall
    When we ask God to bless us financially, He gives us more than we ask for. God gives us something that is even more valuable than money.
  • Is This Your Religion?  By : Barbara Morris, R.Ph.
    The Religion of Fogeyism is alive and well. Are You a believer?
  • Is Unbelief Ruining Your Life?  By : Rob Marshall
    The Children of Israel that came out of Egypt believed a lie and it cost them their lives. They were rescued from slavery and given the opportunity of a lifetime, but they lost it because of their unbelief. When we take their example as a warning, and choose to confront our unbelief with the truth, we will experience God's blessings.
  • It's The Law  By : William Frank Diedrich
    Billboards tell us to wear our seat belts because it’s the law. I envision a day when prominent signs and ads say: “Your thoughts create your life,” and “Like attracts like.” We would have constant reminders of the Law of Cause and Effect everywhere we go. Actually, we do have constant reminders of this law wherever we go. By following this law we can create and maintain greater well-being.
  • Jesus Never Preached Poverty  By : Rob Marshall
    Does God want us to be rich? The story of the rich young ruler has often been used to teach us that rich people won't be going to heaven. But is that teaching a misinterpretation of what Jesus was saying?
  • Kabbalah: In Search of the Revelations of Elijah  By : Gersiane De Brito
    Morten St. George's theory that Nostradamus' book of prophecies conceals forty-two excerpts from the Revelations of Elijah.
  • Life Is A Struggle - Why Not Go For Your Dreams?  By : Rob Marshall
    The Bible tells us that our lives are going to be a struggle. So if it's going to be hard to reach even the most modest of goals, why not go for all we want?
  • Live By Following Your Spiritual Control Tower  By : Enoch Tan
    You are a pilot flying a plane in the sky of life. As long as the skies are clear, you are able to see where you are going. But there are times when you run into dark clouds and you can’t see what is ahead of you. Your control tower knows the whole picture and is directing you to go through the clouds. You might resist and go a different direction instead because of fear, worry and insecurity.
  • Living in the Power of the Gospel  By : Roger and Eileen Himes
    Living in the power of the Gospel is really easy if we live God's way. What this involves is trusting him and responding to him in gratitude.
  • Mastering The Principles Of Personal Power  By : Ada Porat
    True power is the currency of personal success. We all seek more power to overcome pain and suffering, to change circumstances or to fulfill our potential. Are you finding your true power or are you settling for less? Here are ten principles of true power to guide you toward your inner source of power so you can fulfill your highest potential.
  • Moses' Rebellion  By : Jon Straumfjord
    Even though Moses had a revelation of his ultimate role in the deliverance of Israel from Egypt, he did not begin his ministry with appropriate discernment and dependence upon the Lord. As a result, Moses suffered consequences personally, and the nation of Israel also suffered corporately.
  • Moses, Death and the Entrepreneur's Journey  By : Ouida Vincent
    Is death truly required traveling the path from employee to becoming a successful entrepreneur? In a word, yes. The Book of Numbers provides insights as to why this is true
  • Move Through the Fear of Having a Spiritual Experience  By : Nina Amir
    Despite the fact that we might want to have a spiritual experience, fear stops us from having waht we desire. THis essay poses some strong arguments for moving through fear and realizing that we are all connected to God, therefore, having a spiritual experience, every moment.
  • Nostradamus Linked To The Kabbalah  By : Gersiane De Brito
    Morten St. George´s theory that some of the Nostradamus prophecies were known in mystic circles during medieval times.
  • Overcoming Depression: A Lesson From The Life Of Elijah  By : Rob Marshall
    Elijah saw God work miracles. But after some of his greatest victories, some mountain top experiences, his life was threatened and his world crumbled. God's dealings with Elijah to help him overcome his depression help us learn how we too can overcome.
  • Parable Of The Sower: A Lesson On Faith And Abundance  By : Rob Marshall
    Through our words and prayers we sow seeds of faith. The parable of the sower tells us how we can enjoy more of God's blessings once we understand the best soil for sowing those seeds.
  • Pat Tillman's Example  By : Gary Kurz
    Pat Tillman gave up much material wealth to serve our country. Though an acclaimed athiest, his example and sacrifice can serve as an example to the believer.
  • Peace from Within  By : William Frank Diedrich
    The world we observe and participate in is a reflection of the thoughts we hold. This is our world. The helping, the hurting, the peacemaking, the war making, the blaming and the blessing are all reflections of us. The key to creating a more peaceful world lies in creating a more peaceful you.
  • Power of Prayer Unleashed  By : Dana Terrell
    Prayer is a powerful tool if used right, but many Christians today fall short of the mark when they pray. This article will show some of the pitfalls that Christians get caught in and how to avoid them.
  • Prophetic Implications of the 2008 Election  By : Michael Bresciani
    Does the Bible have anything to say about the 2008 elections in America? Specific outcomes of the race may not be covered in the scriptures but since prophecy is pre-written history the general implications of the election are inescapable, what are they?
  • Psychic Reading: Is it a Scam?  By : Steven Magill
    The best method is to listen to your intuition, or the inner 'gut' feeling. If you go for a psychic reading and you don't feel right, leave immediately.
  • Pushkar Temple - Rejuvenates Your Religious Experiences Here  By : Rajendra Sharma
    Pushkar temple, located in Pushkar city of Rajasthan is dedicated to Lord Brahma. It is a place which holds great religious importance.
  • Realise the illusion of problems  By : Michael Watson
    We attempt to trigger your own realization of your ability to relieve absolutely any problem you can imagine. We wish to unearth the seed within you that is forever invulnerable to the problems of the material world. The pointers that we will use as a vehicle involve the realization of the present moment, the illusion of past and future and the controllable reality of your thought processes.
  • Reclaim Your Power through Your Miracle Stories  By : Don McAvinchey
    Miracles happen around us every day. However, they may pass us completely unless we're open to seeing them. The more we include our own miracles stories in our conversations with others, the more aware we become of seeing and hearing more and more miracles,
  • Relief from the Pain of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome  By : Rebecca Hanson
    A woman living with pain from Carpal Tunnel seeks divine intervention in an effort to be healed.
  • Religion without Faith  By : Gary Kurz
    There is a new trend, a new age philosophy that eliminates faith from religion. Are you falling prey to it?
  • Rescuing Eve - Setting the Record Straight  By : Gary Kurz
    Eve has borne the ire of Christians throughout the history of the human race for being the catalyst for the fall of mankind. The Bible places the blame elsewhere.
  • Rock and Roll and Payos. All about Jewish Singer-Songwriters  By : Mark Etinger
    The history of new alternative Jewish music
  • Sex, Guilt, and Spirituality  By : William Frank Diedrich
    It's difficult to get through a day without thinking about sex. That's not a confession, but an observation of the world we live in. We are surrounded by messages pertaining to sex. I can't help but think about sex when I go through the grocery line.
  • Simple Wisdom for Everyday  By : Karin Syren
    Wisdom neednot be complex or obscure. The most valuable wisdom is that which speaks to us in the simplicity ofour daily lives.
  • Speaking of Saint Francis.....  By : Kate Loving Shenk
    This article is a story about an experience that could help readers be less judgmental in any work they choose to do.
  • Spirituality In Addiction Recovery: How Can It Help?  By : Bill Urell
    Can spirituality help in addiction recovery? How can we define spirituality This article gives solid examples of how spirituality can help in drug and alcohol recovery, and suggests a slightly different concept of spirituality.
  • Taoism outline - some fundamentals  By : ngangoli
    Taoism is radically different from Western culture and Western philosophy. This doctrine has immense and far reaching implications for the way in which we can regard and live out our lives. This article explains some of the doctrines
  • The "perfect Christmas letter" using Christian good humor  By : Hal Gieseking
    Dr. Richard Bimler, recently retired president of Wheat Ridge Ministries - an independent Lutheran charity organization, has written "The Perfect Christmas letter" in his new book "Laughter!" coauthored with his son Robert Bimler.
  • The Art and Practice of Creating Sacred Space  By : Nina Amir
    This article encourages readers to create sacred space in their homes and offers some helpful advice on how to do so.
  • The Art of God  By : Gary Kurz
    God is the original artist. Made in his image, we are a type of self-portrait. What "image" do you reflect?
  • The Final Key To Getting What You Want  By : Rob Marshall
    Once we know what we want, and we expect to receive it, we then have to do something, we have to take action. There are three kinds of action that we need to take in order to get what we want.
  • The Kingdom of God and The Farm  By : Rob Marshall
    In our fast-food society we've lost touch with the farmer's life. But if our faith is going to bring us a harvest of blessings, we need to relearn some valuable principles.
  • The Law of "As Above - So Below" Is Alive And Well In Our Universe!  By : Adam Price
    To fully understand the Law of As Above So Below, we need to develop a deeper and more complete understanding of who we are. And to know fully who we are, we need to understand what is happening around us, as well as our environment and the world around us. By having a thorough understanding of these areas in our lives we can begin to analyse and more precisely define the areas that need correcting.
  • The Law of First Impression  By : Roger and Eileen Himes
    THE LAW OF FIRST IMPRESSION says the first thing we hear often sticks inside of minds and hearts the most. Often times, the first thing we hear is not the gospel of the finished work of Christ. It is not the power of God for living 'the abundant life' to the fullest (John 10:10).
  • The Law of Sowing and Reaping  By : Rob Marshall
    Sometimes called the "Law of Laws," the Law of Sowing and Reaping effects every part of our lives, even if we aren't aware of it.
  • The Life And Ministry Of The Apostle Paul  By : John Roney
    This is an article about the Life of the Apostle Paul.
  • The Lord is His Pastor  By : Gary Kurz
    A battle of wits between a tribal chief and a young missionary candidate culminates with the chief claiming that Jesus was going to be in his village in two days. A real surprise awaited the young missionary.
  • The Second Key To Getting What You Want  By : Rob Marshall
    When it comes to getting what we want, we can't abandon our faith in God if things don't go the way we had planned. The key to having our prayers answered is to hold on to our faith even when things go wrong.
  • The Secret  By : Kate Loving Shenk
    We have Entered A New Era Of Thought, Which This Article Describes
  • The Tears of God  By : Gary Kurz
    What could cause the Son of God to cry? What could bring very God to tears?
  • The Ten Suggestions of God  By : Gary Kurz
    The Ten Commandments are more than just commandments. They are sage suggestions on how one should live a life, replete with incentives.
  • The Time is Now for Enlightened Civilization  By : B Weiser
    This article serves as an introduction to Enlightened Civilization but only touches on the mechanics of consciousness involved to actualize such a thing.
  • The Unexamined Life Is Not Worth Loving  By : Kate Loving Shenk
    Best friends die and are reborn in every heart who knew them.
  • The Valentine's Gift of Stewardship Teaching  By : Rod Rogers
    Looking for a creative Valentine's gift? If you're a pastor or church leader, here's why teaching your people about biblical financial stewardship is an act of love.
  • This is just not happening to me  By : Elsabe Smit
    When we experience a sudden shock, our minds and bodies deal with as much as they can and file the rest of the experience away until we are ready for it. This results in irrational behaviour at the time of the shock and a degree of depression later on. All experiencs contribute to our spiritual growth.

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