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Children: One of God's Best Gifts
Monday, May 12, 2008
Many people say that they never understood true love until they were parents - children are amazing sources of joy. On Monday's edition of Turning Point, author and teacher Dr. David Jeremiah continues the series titled, Hopeful Parenting with today's message titled: "Children: One of God's Best Gifts."
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ARTICLE ARCHIVES
Turning Pro
Discover the difference between having a proactive faith and a reactive faith.
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Discover the difference between having a proactive faith and a reactive faith.
Autumn
When life’s autumn arrives, we look back and better understand the way God led us; but we still have work to do—the best and fullest. It’s a good transition time.
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When life’s autumn arrives, we look back and better understand the way God led us; but we still have work to do—the best and fullest. It’s a good transition time.
Pain Management
The Great Physician has a Scripture prescription for anything that ails you.
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The Great Physician has a Scripture prescription for anything that ails you.
The Tracks of Your Tears
Your tears have not been in vain if their tracks have led you to a deeper relationship to your heavenly Father.
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Your tears have not been in vain if their tracks have led you to a deeper relationship to your heavenly Father.
The World in Question
How can we affect the spiritual condition of the world today?
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How can we affect the spiritual condition of the world today?
Shedding a Little Light on the Subject
If there was a wattage assigned to your Christian testimony, what would it be?
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If there was a wattage assigned to your Christian testimony, what would it be?
Map Quest
Study the Road Map . . . and you'll arrive at all your destinations rested and on time!
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Study the Road Map . . . and you'll arrive at all your destinations rested and on time!
Fleece Academy
Find the strength and courage to succeed even against the greatest of odds.
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Find the strength and courage to succeed even against the greatest of odds.
The Potter’s Hands
Surrender to the hands of the Potter and become a complete vessel of His will.
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Surrender to the hands of the Potter and become a complete vessel of His will.
Shadowy Figures
Instead of running from your spiritual responsibility, run to God’s call!
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Instead of running from your spiritual responsibility, run to God’s call!
Hands-On Christianity
People with a good grip on life see God as the source of wisdom and knowledge.
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People with a good grip on life see God as the source of wisdom and knowledge.
The Christ of Christmas Past
Reflect on that first Christmas night and the promise it brought to the world.
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Reflect on that first Christmas night and the promise it brought to the world.
Where the Roads Come Together
What we do on earth today will have a ripple effect for eternity.
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What we do on earth today will have a ripple effect for eternity.
America's Wake-Up Call
What was Dr. David Jeremiah's response to the events of September 11, 2001?
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What was Dr. David Jeremiah's response to the events of September 11, 2001?
If Not Now, When?
Christians should go to bed every night with the lost on their hearts and awaken every morning seeking to do something to extend God's kingdom, living with a sense of urgency. We should see the globe through the eyes of Christ.
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Christians should go to bed every night with the lost on their hearts and awaken every morning seeking to do something to extend God's kingdom, living with a sense of urgency. We should see the globe through the eyes of Christ.
Monopoly
If people work to attain a certain level of prosperity, thinking then they will be happy, they quickly become accustomed to their prosperity, grow discontent, and start striving for the next level.
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If people work to attain a certain level of prosperity, thinking then they will be happy, they quickly become accustomed to their prosperity, grow discontent, and start striving for the next level.
Plugging In ... to the Right Power Source!
In the early computer days, if the power failed and we hadn't hit "save," all our work was lost. Today the key to remaining productive in the world of computing is to have a "UPS" -an "uninterruptible power supply." A permanent and consistent source of power is also needed in the daily Christian life.
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In the early computer days, if the power failed and we hadn't hit "save," all our work was lost. Today the key to remaining productive in the world of computing is to have a "UPS" -an "uninterruptible power supply." A permanent and consistent source of power is also needed in the daily Christian life.
Breaking the Quick Fix
Anyone who has experienced a life-threatening illness quickly becomes a student of health. We want to know what caused our illness, what can be done to cure it, and most immediately, how we can gain a measure of relief from the symptoms. But we also quickly discover there is a great difference between treating symptoms and treating disease.
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Anyone who has experienced a life-threatening illness quickly becomes a student of health. We want to know what caused our illness, what can be done to cure it, and most immediately, how we can gain a measure of relief from the symptoms. But we also quickly discover there is a great difference between treating symptoms and treating disease.
Behavioral Evidence
Do you stand up to the image of Jesus? While criminal profiling always focuses on others, Christian profiling can focus on ourselves as well.
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Do you stand up to the image of Jesus? While criminal profiling always focuses on others, Christian profiling can focus on ourselves as well.
Earning Your Letter
Get involved in the ministry of encouragement. Is there a friend who needs to hear from you? Is there a pastor, church worker, or missionary who needs a boost?
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Get involved in the ministry of encouragement. Is there a friend who needs to hear from you? Is there a pastor, church worker, or missionary who needs a boost?
Scrabble
You can escape the hamster wheel and take some breaks. Make up your mind to do it. Make time for the Lord. Make time for your family. Make time for yourself.
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You can escape the hamster wheel and take some breaks. Make up your mind to do it. Make time for the Lord. Make time for your family. Make time for yourself.
Cross Walk
Is your life in step with Jesus? He went where He was needed, His face always forward, His footsteps always pointing onward.
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Is your life in step with Jesus? He went where He was needed, His face always forward, His footsteps always pointing onward.
Heaven Sent
President and Mrs. Bush hosted a state dinner to welcome the President of Poland, his wife, and delegation. This was the centerpiece of a state visit and a monumental event planned 3 months in advance. Compare this ironic example of an understated welcome for a visiting head of state 2,000 years ago.
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President and Mrs. Bush hosted a state dinner to welcome the President of Poland, his wife, and delegation. This was the centerpiece of a state visit and a monumental event planned 3 months in advance. Compare this ironic example of an understated welcome for a visiting head of state 2,000 years ago.
Strength Training
How are your spiritual muscles? The gift of God is for us to live with a power greater than that of human strongmen. No believer in Christ should be a spiritual "90-pound weakling." Christians need to flex the power of the Holy Spirit.
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How are your spiritual muscles? The gift of God is for us to live with a power greater than that of human strongmen. No believer in Christ should be a spiritual "90-pound weakling." Christians need to flex the power of the Holy Spirit.
Just a Closer Walk with You
While imprisoned for non-conformist preaching in 1675, John Bunyan wrote Pilgrim's Progress. In this allegory of the Christian's journey to heaven, Christian makes his way from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City, journaling his starts and stops, ups and downs, victories and defeats along the way.
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While imprisoned for non-conformist preaching in 1675, John Bunyan wrote Pilgrim's Progress. In this allegory of the Christian's journey to heaven, Christian makes his way from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City, journaling his starts and stops, ups and downs, victories and defeats along the way.
Consider the Christian life as a walking journey--growing closer to God while journeying toward God. He is the destination and the way (John 14:6).
Life
This is life. This is our cause. It's not a game, but a glorious calling because our lives do not consist in the abundance of the things we possess, but in Him who gives us life more abundantly.
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This is life. This is our cause. It's not a game, but a glorious calling because our lives do not consist in the abundance of the things we possess, but in Him who gives us life more abundantly.
The On & Off Switch
Need a more consistent spiritual heartbeat in your own Christian life? Feel ups and downs like a yo-yo, being controlled by a giant "On" and "Off" switch? Do you go from glow to low without your say-so?
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Need a more consistent spiritual heartbeat in your own Christian life? Feel ups and downs like a yo-yo, being controlled by a giant "On" and "Off" switch? Do you go from glow to low without your say-so?
When You Care Enough to Send the Very Best
What are you giving God this Christmas?
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What are you giving God this Christmas?
Lessons from a Leper
Have you taken time to express your thanks? Thankful people see blessings amidst burdens. They realize the sun-indifferent to clouds-keeps shining and sooner or later breaks through.
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Have you taken time to express your thanks? Thankful people see blessings amidst burdens. They realize the sun-indifferent to clouds-keeps shining and sooner or later breaks through.
Psalms
Perhaps no other book can act as such a companion in our daily lives-joy, heartache, drama, songs, prayers, poetry. Psalms takes us from the heights to the depths. Find comfort and strength in the relevant book of Psalms!
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Perhaps no other book can act as such a companion in our daily lives-joy, heartache, drama, songs, prayers, poetry. Psalms takes us from the heights to the depths. Find comfort and strength in the relevant book of Psalms!
Confident or Confidential?
We think we're not smart enough to defend what we believe, and we don't want to look like fools. The Corinthian Christians lived near the heart of Greek intellectualism and were intimidated by it. But Paul told them that the wisdom of the Spirit was far greater than the wisdom of man.
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We think we're not smart enough to defend what we believe, and we don't want to look like fools. The Corinthian Christians lived near the heart of Greek intellectualism and were intimidated by it. But Paul told them that the wisdom of the Spirit was far greater than the wisdom of man.
Confident Christianity
When your faith is challenged by disturbances or detractors, how high is your confidence level: at rest on a solid limestone foundation, or holding on for dear life as the mud and rocks erode from beneath you?
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When your faith is challenged by disturbances or detractors, how high is your confidence level: at rest on a solid limestone foundation, or holding on for dear life as the mud and rocks erode from beneath you?
Preparing for Battle
God wants you to be spiritually victorious! "You're going to face a powerful, invisible enemy every day-the Devil."
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God wants you to be spiritually victorious! "You're going to face a powerful, invisible enemy every day-the Devil."
Identifying Your Opponent
You cannot defeat an opponent you do not know. Thankfully, the Bible is not nearly as confused as the church is about the enemy of Christians. There are five aspects of our enemy's being which we can easily describe and which will help you defend yourself against him.
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You cannot defeat an opponent you do not know. Thankfully, the Bible is not nearly as confused as the church is about the enemy of Christians. There are five aspects of our enemy's being which we can easily describe and which will help you defend yourself against him.
Fingerprint Evidence
You and I may not be responsible for converting an entire island, but the world will be different for our having lived a faithful life. What, then, can we do to leave our fingerprints behind us?
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You and I may not be responsible for converting an entire island, but the world will be different for our having lived a faithful life. What, then, can we do to leave our fingerprints behind us?
What Must I Do to Be a Soul Winner?
Don't underestimate how God can use you. Follow Christ, and He will make you a fisher of men.
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Don't underestimate how God can use you. Follow Christ, and He will make you a fisher of men.
Out on a Limb
Zacchaeus wasn't about to miss the excitement of a spontaneous parade as Jesus came to Jericho. So he scrambled up a tree to see the procession. Suddenly Jesus stopped right under him, looked up and said, "Zacchaeus, hurry and come down, for today I must stay at your house."
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Zacchaeus wasn't about to miss the excitement of a spontaneous parade as Jesus came to Jericho. So he scrambled up a tree to see the procession. Suddenly Jesus stopped right under him, looked up and said, "Zacchaeus, hurry and come down, for today I must stay at your house."
C.S.I.
We are going to use the principles of modern Crime Scene Investigation to become C.S.I. experts ourselves-only we'll be studying Christian Scene Investigation instead! Here's what we want to discover: If we were accused of being Christians, would there be enough evidence to convict us?
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We are going to use the principles of modern Crime Scene Investigation to become C.S.I. experts ourselves-only we'll be studying Christian Scene Investigation instead! Here's what we want to discover: If we were accused of being Christians, would there be enough evidence to convict us?
Ten Ways to Boost Your Spiritual Immune System
Prayer is like a healthy dose of vitamin C at the first sign of a cold-the first thing we should do when troubles come. Pray for strength, pray for wisdom, pray for help. And most of all, pray for endurance and faithfulness. In prayer we claim God's promises.
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Prayer is like a healthy dose of vitamin C at the first sign of a cold-the first thing we should do when troubles come. Pray for strength, pray for wisdom, pray for help. And most of all, pray for endurance and faithfulness. In prayer we claim God's promises.
Temple Maintenance
Do you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own for you have been bought with a price, therefore, glorify God in your body.
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Do you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own for you have been bought with a price, therefore, glorify God in your body.
Studebakers, Suburbans, or Spitfires
As we grow older, we can remain as fresh in our spirits as evergreens, inwardly thrive even in severe conditions, have an inner strength, majesty, poise about us, and continue bearing fruit in our old age.
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As we grow older, we can remain as fresh in our spirits as evergreens, inwardly thrive even in severe conditions, have an inner strength, majesty, poise about us, and continue bearing fruit in our old age.
Proud as a Peacock!
Grandparents can give their grandchildren a legacy of prayer-praying and claiming Scripture before the throne of grace. Samuel said to the Israelites, "God forbid that I should sin against heaven by failing to pray for you."
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Grandparents can give their grandchildren a legacy of prayer-praying and claiming Scripture before the throne of grace. Samuel said to the Israelites, "God forbid that I should sin against heaven by failing to pray for you."
In Search of Jesus . . . at the Tomb
When the future comes alive again, you know hope has been reborn. Within a few more days, the disciples received marching orders from Jesus for world evangelism. They received the Holy Spirit and boldly took a stand against the authorities who had crucified their Lord.
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When the future comes alive again, you know hope has been reborn. Within a few more days, the disciples received marching orders from Jesus for world evangelism. They received the Holy Spirit and boldly took a stand against the authorities who had crucified their Lord.
A Well Within My Soul
On two different occasions, Jesus talked about the water of life. Once with a woman who was literally dying of thirst-not from a lack of water. But her soul was dry and parched. She had no idea what it would take to water her thirsty heart until she met Jesus and learned about living water.
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On two different occasions, Jesus talked about the water of life. Once with a woman who was literally dying of thirst-not from a lack of water. But her soul was dry and parched. She had no idea what it would take to water her thirsty heart until she met Jesus and learned about living water.
Discovery
The Bible is simple, deep, and unchanging. But our understanding of its message and its application to our lives is a process of daily discovery that rivals any exploration in history.
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The Bible is simple, deep, and unchanging. But our understanding of its message and its application to our lives is a process of daily discovery that rivals any exploration in history.
Where Do You "Seed" Yourself Going?
"He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. So let us each one give as he purposes in his heart . . ."
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"He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. So let us each one give as he purposes in his heart . . ."
The Ultimate E-Ticket Ride
For Christians, the ultimate lifetime experience comes when we yield ourselves fully to Jesus Christ. He gives us a packet of divine "E-tickets" which take us to new heights, broader horizons, the most fulfilling destinations imaginable.
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For Christians, the ultimate lifetime experience comes when we yield ourselves fully to Jesus Christ. He gives us a packet of divine "E-tickets" which take us to new heights, broader horizons, the most fulfilling destinations imaginable.
Feathered Pillows
Today kids rarely have feather beds or pillow fights with bulging feather pillows that burst in a downy-white blizzard. But, every child can experience the comfort and security a feather pillow brings. What do pillows and parents have in common?
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Today kids rarely have feather beds or pillow fights with bulging feather pillows that burst in a downy-white blizzard. But, every child can experience the comfort and security a feather pillow brings. What do pillows and parents have in common?
No More Mr. Mice Guy
What is it about films like Top Gun? The macho thing?--looking more impressive launching an F-18 off an aircraft carrier than backing a sedan out the driveway.
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What is it about films like Top Gun? The macho thing?--looking more impressive launching an F-18 off an aircraft carrier than backing a sedan out the driveway.
Who's Really in Charge?
Who's in charge of our world today? We see wars raging, morality collapsing, children suffering, nuclear threats...Nothing catches God by surprise!
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Who's in charge of our world today? We see wars raging, morality collapsing, children suffering, nuclear threats...Nothing catches God by surprise!
Puzzling Times
Is the world spinning out of control? No, but events are causing us to stop and think. Whatever idealism America still possessed was stripped from us on September 11, 2001. Our nation became a blood-soaked battlefield. America is not a perfect land, but it was a rude awakening to discover that the "land of the free and the home of the brave" was the object of hatred by some in our world.
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Is the world spinning out of control? No, but events are causing us to stop and think. Whatever idealism America still possessed was stripped from us on September 11, 2001. Our nation became a blood-soaked battlefield. America is not a perfect land, but it was a rude awakening to discover that the "land of the free and the home of the brave" was the object of hatred by some in our world.
Exercise Your Faith
Get in shape with a spiritual exercise program! Some of us lift weights and burn calories for countless hours at the gym. Do we display that same determination in our spiritual lives? Since none of us can become godly by osmosis, we need to learn to exercise our faith. It takes exercise and effort to achieve spiritual fitness.
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Get in shape with a spiritual exercise program! Some of us lift weights and burn calories for countless hours at the gym. Do we display that same determination in our spiritual lives? Since none of us can become godly by osmosis, we need to learn to exercise our faith. It takes exercise and effort to achieve spiritual fitness.
White Christmas
The "white" in "Christmas" evokes so many seasonal memories. Snow evokes so many images that speak of the true meaning of the Christmas season.
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The "white" in "Christmas" evokes so many seasonal memories. Snow evokes so many images that speak of the true meaning of the Christmas season.
All Stressed Up, with Nowhere to Go
I ignored the pain the first time. The second time my chest squeezed sharply. I thought about all the men who dropped dead of a heart attack at my age—35. So, I saw my doctor thinking the chest pain was a warning. The doctor gave me a stress test and sent me to specialists. Braced for the worst, I went to hear the test results. "You're going to die one of these days, but it won't be from your heart." Stress was the cause of my physical pain.
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I ignored the pain the first time. The second time my chest squeezed sharply. I thought about all the men who dropped dead of a heart attack at my age—35. So, I saw my doctor thinking the chest pain was a warning. The doctor gave me a stress test and sent me to specialists. Braced for the worst, I went to hear the test results. "You're going to die one of these days, but it won't be from your heart." Stress was the cause of my physical pain.
Flight Training
Let's look at the parenting techniques of America's greatest bird and see how they prepare the young to soar in the real world, and how we can do the same.
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Let's look at the parenting techniques of America's greatest bird and see how they prepare the young to soar in the real world, and how we can do the same.
The Nest of the Story
In the nest of the weaverbird, we'll find some great pictures for parents who want to build a nurturing nest for their own young. So, let's take a look at the "nest" of the story.
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In the nest of the weaverbird, we'll find some great pictures for parents who want to build a nurturing nest for their own young. So, let's take a look at the "nest" of the story.
Search and Rescue
Have you been running away from the Lord? He's never stopped looking for you.
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Have you been running away from the Lord? He's never stopped looking for you.
In Search of Jesus...in the Crowds
Do you need an abiding purpose? Do you need strength for life's adversities? Read further to see how Jesus can meet these needs.
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Do you need an abiding purpose? Do you need strength for life's adversities? Read further to see how Jesus can meet these needs.
The Story of Your Life
We're writing our autobiography every day. How will yours read?
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We're writing our autobiography every day. How will yours read?
The Life God Blesses
God is looking for people to bless. Will He find these marks in you?
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God is looking for people to bless. Will He find these marks in you?
When You Are the "I" of Your Storm
Getting to the eye of a hurricane can be a wild ride. Here's how one "Hurricane Hunter" described it:
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Getting to the eye of a hurricane can be a wild ride. Here's how one "Hurricane Hunter" described it:
The Storm Chaser
Are you caught in the midst of a storm? Learn how you can have faith in God even while the storm is raging.
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Are you caught in the midst of a storm? Learn how you can have faith in God even while the storm is raging.
The "Other" Mentality
Batteries work better when they're regularly exhausted, then completely recharged. The battery life is extended through consistent, exhaustive use, followed by regular recharging. In fact, a sure way to allow a battery to deteriorate is never to use it.
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Batteries work better when they're regularly exhausted, then completely recharged. The battery life is extended through consistent, exhaustive use, followed by regular recharging. In fact, a sure way to allow a battery to deteriorate is never to use it.
Waiting for a Hand Out
Let's make this the year of the open hand. Ask yourself, "What is in my hand that I am unwilling to give up?" Are your fingers open, stretched upward, releasing everything to God and ready to receive all He wants to give you? Or are you grasping onto life with a death-grip?
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Let's make this the year of the open hand. Ask yourself, "What is in my hand that I am unwilling to give up?" Are your fingers open, stretched upward, releasing everything to God and ready to receive all He wants to give you? Or are you grasping onto life with a death-grip?
Being Found Faith Full
What kind of life do you want to lead? A life that creates a lasting impression, chiseled through imperishable deeds?
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What kind of life do you want to lead? A life that creates a lasting impression, chiseled through imperishable deeds?
Brave Heart
Casualties on America's shores. Deadly attack on United States targets nation's capitol—terror, panic....HEROES!
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Casualties on America's shores. Deadly attack on United States targets nation's capitol—terror, panic....HEROES!
On the Threshold of Opportunity
Has God opened a door in your life? Learn how to walk through it!
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Has God opened a door in your life? Learn how to walk through it!
Living Life from Accomplishment to Zeal
Does your life need more of the passion principle?
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Does your life need more of the passion principle?
Face Your Enemies the Way Daniel Did...
When Dinner Is Served in the Den...And You're on the Menu! What to Do when You Are Thrown to the Lions
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When Dinner Is Served in the Den...And You're on the Menu! What to Do when You Are Thrown to the Lions
Are We Living in the Last Days?
The Best and Worst of Times Living in the Last Days
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The Best and Worst of Times Living in the Last Days
Is Your Worship Wandering?
The Wander of Worship; The Tragedy of Misplaced Affection.
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The Wander of Worship; The Tragedy of Misplaced Affection.
How Can You Live a Lifestyle of Worship?
Living every moment in the wonder of worship.
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Living every moment in the wonder of worship.
Raising a Man in a Boy's World
Learn how you can raise a godly man in a world of boys.
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Learn how you can raise a godly man in a world of boys.
Two Steps Forward, One Step Back
How can you stay persistent on your Christian journey?
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How can you stay persistent on your Christian journey?
Choosing the Right Power Company
Do you experience the empowering influence of godly friends?
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Do you experience the empowering influence of godly friends?
The Cure for "I" Trouble
Now you and all those you love can benefit from the cure for "I" trouble!
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Now you and all those you love can benefit from the cure for "I" trouble!
Running with Hell's Angels to Rejoicing with Heaven's Angels
Don't miss the amazing story of Turning Point listener, Brian Boyes.
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Don't miss the amazing story of Turning Point listener, Brian Boyes.
Forgetting Something?
Discover eight simple basics that will revitalize your spiritual life.
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Discover eight simple basics that will revitalize your spiritual life.
Panorama of Prophecy
Discover how future events can impact the way you live today!
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Discover how future events can impact the way you live today!
My Life as a Cheerleader
How has encouragement affected the life of David Jeremiah?
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How has encouragement affected the life of David Jeremiah?



























