Random Facts
In the 1400’s a law was set forth in England that a man was allowed to beat his wife with a stick no thicker than his thumb. Hence we have “the rule of thumb”. Many years ago in Scotland, a new game was invented. It was ruled “Gentlemen Only…Ladies Forbidden”…and thus the word GOLF entered
Volume 08, Issue 01
The Cost of the Prosperity GospelMichael Catt Front Page :: Volume 08, Issue 01The Cost of the Prosperity GospelMichael Catt Recently, Senator Charles Grassley, a Republican from Iowa, has led an investigation into the financial practices and dealings of some major ministries in America. As the ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, Grassley wants
Do You Know? Harry Emerson Fosdick (Part 1)
(Taken from American Preachers of To-Day by Edgar DeWitt Jones, 1933) The most preeminent pulpit of the Christian faith in America, if not the world, is that of Dr. Harry Emerson Fosdick in Riverside Church, New York City. Given a ten-million-dollar cathdedral, complete to the smallest detail, occupying a commanding site on a magnificent boulevard, a dyanmic
Leadership Essentials
– Greg Ogden and Daniel Meyer. IVP Books. “Designed to work well on your own, with a partner or with a group, Leadership Essentials by Greg Ogden and Daniel Meyer is the essential preparation tool for those who would be led and shaped by Christ to lead others with strength and wisdom. By working through
How to Cheat on Your Minister’s Taxes
Tips for pastors willing to take a chance.. The following are the five most common ways ministers cheat on their taxes: 1. Hide your honorariums. Pastors get honorariums for weddings and funerals. The relatives never report this income to the IRS so ministers can easily tuck the cash in their pocket (or turn the check into
Psalms 30 – 31a
Never Be Moved?Psalm 30 One little phrase is repeated seven times in Psalm 30–“You have.” David was praising God for what He had done for him. Are you doing that today? “You’ve seen that plaque that says, “Prayer changes things,” and that’s true. I’ve also seen a plaque that says, “Praise changes things,” and that
Characteristics of the Remnant
by Vance Havner The faithful remnant in Malachi’s day had four characteristics (3:16) that mark God’s minority today.– Their hearts were moved by the fear of God.– Their minds were filled with the thoughts of God.– Their tongues were busy with the things of God.– Their names were written in the Book of God. 2ProphetU2ProphetU
"What the Church needs today is not more machinery or better, not new organizations or more and novel methods, but men whom the Holy Ghost can use--men of prayer, men mighty in prayer. The Holy Ghost does not flow through methods, but through men. He does not come on machinery, but on men. He doesn not anoint plans, but men, men of prayer."
- E. M. Bounds
Prayer
"To live life within the will of God, stay at the ALTAR:
Abide in Christ because you are His.
Listen intently for His call and avoid distractions.
Trust the Lord because He's in control.
Acknowledge His way, whether it seems right to you or not.
Respond in fearless obedience because God goes before you."- Anonymous
God’s Will
"Freedom is not a license to do what you want, but the power to do what you should!" - Wayne Barber
Freedom
Volunteerism
Volunteerism on the Rise(Corporation for National and Community Service and Discipleship Journal, July/August 2007) Volunteering among Americans rose 32% between 1989 and 2005. The growth was driven primarily by three age groups: AGE GROUP 1989 2005 16 to 19 13% 28% 45 to 65 22% 30% Over 65 17% 24% 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by
Teens and Church
Top Five Things Teens Are Looking For At ChurchThe Barna Group Is your student ministry accomplishing these five things? 71% Understand better what I believe66% Worship or make a connection with God65% Volunteer or help others62% Get encouraged and inspired 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up