Are You Religious?
October 19, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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I’ve never liked the word “religious.” To me, “religion” smacks of institutions, rules and self-righteousness. So I don’t want to be “religious.” I just want to be Christian. But there’s a sense in which being “religious” is very positive. It refers to the practical living out of faith. Living “religiously” is the opposite of living [...]
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Each Child is Unique
October 18, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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There’s a proverb in the Bible that goes like this, “Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.” Now, most of us think that means teaching our children to have faith in God and to be “good kids” so when they’re grown they’ll [...]
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“Lessons on the Sanity of Friendship” – She Seeks – Week of October 18
October 18, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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Even as a grown woman I tend to want to run in the alley rather than play tea party. I get bored with the drama that women bring to each other. Take from www.revelife.com Share and Enjoy
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“Abundance” – A Woman’s Walk – Week of October 17
October 17, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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To accept his lot and be happy in his work—this is a gift from God (Eccl. 5:19). Divine abundance is not defined by or limited to material possessions; it encompasses much more. Take from www.revelife.com Share and Enjoy
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The Mystery of Marriage
October 16, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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This week’s Feature Article by Leith Anderson Part 3 from the series, “Bible Mysteries” Ephesians 5:31-32 We are launching a new series of Leith’s extended articles to be posted each weekend. This is the third of four installments in the series, “Bible Mysteries.” Links to previous articles in this series are provided at the bottom of this entry. Among [...]
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“Work to Play, Work to Acquire” – Marketplace Meditations 10/16
October 16, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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I have brought you glory on earth by completing the work you gave me (Jn 17:3-4). 66% of Americans define success as having sufficient money, education, possessions or prestige. Take from www.revelife.com Share and Enjoy
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Parents as Travel Agents
October 15, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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A great temptation of parenthood is imposing your desires and inclinations on your child. You love music so you want your daughter to be a musician. You’re a carpenter so you want your son to be a carpenter. Instead of forcing our desires on our children; I think, as parents, it’s helpful to picture ourselves [...]
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“Grumbling Against God” – Daily Courage – October 15
October 15, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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The arrows of the Almighty are in me; my spirit drinks in their poison (Job 6:4). This incident in Job’s life meant a lot to me when I was in prison for my faith for 21 years… Take from www.revelife.com Share and Enjoy
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Jeremy Camp on Tour
October 14, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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Christian artist Jeremy Camp is on the road with the 2010 “The Worship Tour.” This tour delivers more than just great music by showing the heart of the artists in special pre-events called “Conversations from the Red Chair.” During the free Q&A sessions with Jeremy Camp, Carlos Whittaker, and John Mark McMillan, they will encourage [...]
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Congrats to Sunday Edition’s Amy Marie Unthank
October 14, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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Southern Gospel’s Sunday Edition has announced the engagement of Amy Marie Unthank to Ted Day of Nashville, Tennessee. The happy couple has set the date for their wedding for Thursday evening, December 9, 2010. The wedding will take place at River of Life Church in Smyrna, Tennessee at 7:30 p.m. … Read Full Post By [...]
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2010 American Music Awards
October 14, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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Congrats to Casting Crowns, MercyMe and tobyMac for being nominated in the 2010 American Music Awards. The three artists are all in the running for Favorite Contemporary Inspirational Artist. The winner will be chosen by your vote for the fourth year in a row, so be sure that you let your voice be heard! … [...]
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Lessons from Crooked Trees
October 14, 2010 by Lecrae.net
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There used to be some very crooked Russian olive trees in our back yard. The annoying thing about them was that their trunks grew more sideways than upward. Some were so low to the ground that I could hardly mow under them. I tried trimming them, but that didn’t help. The only way to change [...]