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Love that grows cold by Shemariah Yeung
When we take up our "love" in our daily walk with God, God will also take part and be in partnership with us. First, it starts with our hearts, how willing we are!

Let's get it running for our "love walk".
Christians Fiddle While Rome Burns by Alan Allegra
Society is in a moral tailspin. Party blames party, country blames country, child blames parents. It's time for the responsible partythe churchto respond to the world's problems.
OUR SPIRITUAL IMMATURITY--Paul's First Letter to Corinth by A. Brother
Paul's first letter to Corinth could be written to us in the American churches today. We are in a crisis of immaturity, in danger of losing an entire generation in the desert. What does Paul say about us?
Why Go to Church? by Janet Morris Grimes
Going to church is about so much more than a worship event on Sunday morning. Worship should always remain the focus, and if allowed, it can truly change lives. But there are no moments like that of squeezing the hand of a loved one during a prayer or holding a young child in your lap while they quietly accent the church bulletin with their own artistic creations.
God's Standards Stops Floods by JAMES DAUGHTRY
STANDARDS-ARE THEY RELEVENT IN TIMES LIKE THESE.
CHURCH STANDARDS-ARE THE SCRIPTURAL OR SPIRITUAL.
CHRISTIAN STANDARDS- DO THEY BIND OR LOOSE.
Tackling Stress With A Sense Of Humor by Greg Baker
A sense of humor is essential for handling the stresses of life. The ability to find something funny in life is a key feature to discovering joy in a rather dreary world.
Being a dwelling place for God by beatrice ofwona
We should concern ourselves with Biblical teachings so that we can be aligned with God's purpose in our lives.Our bodies should be His dwelling place as He so desires.
Who Will Your Illness Support Group Serve? by Lisa Copen
One of the first steps in beginning an actual support group is defining who you intend for the group to serve. Does age matter, what illness one has, where one lives, how often they are able to attend? Set your guidelines at the beginning so everyone who is invited feels welcome.
1 Corinthians 13 by Duane Huffstutler
Have you ever thought about what 1 Corinthians 13 is really saying in todays terms. As you read this just stop and think about what is being said and apply it to your life.
Spiritual Warfare by Nellie Shani
Christian parents should teach their children the dangers of the occult.
The Rapture The Comfort of Christ's Coming by Stephen Stillman
The new Christians at Thessalonica along with the Apostle Paul experienced persecution because of their faith in Christ. Paul gave them the words of I Thess. 4-13-18. These words surely must have given the persecuted Christians at Thessalonica great comfort. These words still give Christians great comfort today. Although the main purpose of the Apostle Paul in writing these words were to provide comfort to Christians, this scripture also identifies the Rapture of the Church.
Methodists look towards Communion in England, Lutherans in America with Methodists and Episcopalians by Peter Menkin by Peter Menkin
In an historic move, the Methodist Church in Great Britain "is on its way to rejoining the Church of England" The "Telegraph" newspaper report from the United Kingdom by Martin Beckford goes on to say, "The head of the non-conformist denomination said it was ready to come back to the national church after 200 years apart, if it would help spread the word of God."
Christian Fellowship - Beware of the relationship bugs by Pastor Reinhard Westphal
Do you have a deep longing for genuine relationships and Christian fellowship with other believers? Do you feel that it is very hard to build those relationships? In this article you will learn how to overcome the pitfalls of Christian fellowship.
Christian Fellowship Is All About Relationships Within The Body Of Christ by Pastor Reinhard Westphal
Christian fellowship within the context of the church means identification with the Body of Christ. Identification with the Body of Christ is all about relationships with other believers. To be a Christian does not only mean to be a believer in Christ. To be a believer in Christ also means to belong to the Body of Christ. As a believer you are a living cell in a living body. Christian Fellowship is identification with the Body of Christ, meaning with other believers.
Dust Bunnies by Tim Schenck
Dust bunnies are annoying. But perhaps we can learn something from them on Ash Wednesday as we reflect on the words "Remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return."
Church Membership: Are You in the Right Church? by Robert Baines
This article discusses the subject of church membership. Among the ideas noted are the need for the church, the difference between the ideal and the reality of churches, and the need to make a decisions.
Jesus is the Way by Jeffrey Snell
Have you ever heard another Christian insist: "I don't care what other people think?" Perhaps you've exclaimed that yourself; I know I have, usually because of injured pride. The only trouble is, it can't be true.
A WORD FROM THE LORD by Jean Lopez
If you really love the Lord, then you shall seek Him in Fullness and in Truth.
More Than Just a Pew Warmer by Bob Valleau
Burned out by a Sunday morning ritual? You are more special than perhaps you realize.
It's Time... by William Baldwin
After so much time and trouble has passed, isn't it time we begin seeking God?
Ways to Say Thanks to Your Pastor by Bob Valleau
Here are some creative and practical ways to show appreciation for the one who spiritually feeds you.
Copper Pennies by darlene hight
We each play a key role in kingdom work.
Authentically Experienceing God by Peter Craft
What is an authentic experience of God? Is there one way to know Him that is better than any other? The bible shows us that there are many ways that we can meet with God.
Noted Lutheran minister, poet, lyricist Herb Brokering passed away, an Obituary, by Peter Menkin by Peter Menkin
The Reverend Doctor Herbert F. Brokering, pastor, author, lyricist, speaker and hymn writer of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), died Nov. 7 of congestive heart failure at his apartment in Bloomington, Minn., according to his son, Mark.
Interview: LifeWay Southern Baptist teacher David Francis about Sunday school, the strong program, by Peter Menkin by Peter Menkin
In a letter via email, LifeWay'sDavid Francis, Director, Sunday school, Discipleship, Church & Network Partnerships, LifeWay Church Resources, supplies a response to this writer's inquiry regarding Southern Baptists, the Sunday School Church.
Survey: most favor civil unions--moral stance on homosexuality major influence on decision by Peter Menkin
In a newsworthy survey titled, "Majority Continues To Support Civil Unions: Most Still Oppose Same-Sex Marriage," the Pew Report offers a telling look at the changing attitude in America for Civil Unions.

The study of considerable scope and depth says in one part:

An August 2009 Pew Research Center survey finds that 53% oppose allowing gays and lesbians to marry legally, compared with 39% who support same-sex marriage, numbers that are virtually unchanged over the past year.
Interview: Theology Professor tells about cell groups and Sunday schools in Southern Baptist Church by Peter Menkin by Peter Menkin
Interview with Rick Durst, Professor, Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary about Sunday School in the Southern Baptist Church.
Is My Pastor An Oxymoron? by Michael Shoesmith
What does the Bible really say about women pastors? Read on for more.
The Shadow Of Frank Degroot by Michael Shoesmith
When Frank Degroot left this earthly existence he left a void behind. Read on to find out why.
Unity Brings God's Blessings by Rick King
God says that if we will dwell in unity, that it is like the ointment upon the head that ran down Aaron's beard. The ointment is the anointing. Unity will bring anointing. So let's back up a little. What does it take to bring unity?