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State of the Union tonight 2-12-13

State of the Union tonight 2-12-13

When the curtain rises on President Obama’s State of the Union speech tonight, the White House wants it viewed as “Act Two” – a follow-up to the national goals and policy objectives of which he spoke 22 days earlier on the West Front of the Capitol. “The president has always viewed the two speeches, the inaugural address and the State of The Union, as two acts in the ... »

Are You Living Up To The Identity God Has Set For You?

Are You Living Up To The Identity God Has Set For You?

Matthew 16:24 Then Jesus told his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. From creation to new creation what will you contribute? I know that is a staggering question but it’s one you need to be thinking about often. We all leave a [...] Related posts:Leaving A Legacy That Counts (4 Tips) Salvation Is Bigger Than Just A Heav... »

I Can’t Ever Seem To Get Away. You?

I Can’t Ever Seem To Get Away. You?

Getting away has always been hard for me. I feel like the weight of many peoples lives lean upon my faithfulness. They count on me to give them comfort, hope, purpose, and a weekly word from God. I try to get away a few times a year, but I can’t ever seem to get away. [...] Related posts:Awareness To An Awakening 5 Things To Do When Doubt Has Captured Your Loved One God did not need to crea... »

John Piper on Prophecy and Tongues

John Piper on Prophecy and Tongues

“. . . there are people who have abused the gift of prophecy by delivering their thoughts in a way that puts the other person in an impossible situation . . . frankly in my experience I am tempted to despise prophesyings because they have been abused.” “I don’t buy the pentecostal historical teaching that you must speak in tongues in order to signify that you are filled with the Spirit... »