Friday January 27, 2012
When we consider the blessings of God--the gifts that add beauty and joy to our lives, that enable us to keep going through stretches of boredom and even suffering--friendship is very near the top.
--Donald W. McCullough, Mastering Personal Growth
While social networking sites may diminish the value of friendship, God's Word reveals a true friend's worth. You might have hundreds of "friends" on Facebook, but in reality, most of us only have a handful (or less) of genuine friendships we cherish as a blessed gift from God.
This collection of friendship Bible verses celebrates the blessings of God in the gift of true friendship.
Read: Friendship Bible Verses
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Thursday January 26, 2012
This week's post is a member-submitted Christian poem called
A Prayer for Our Married Community. The prayer is for couples who wish to live as godly and holy examples, demonstrating Christian harmony in
marriage. Consider saying this marriage prayer with your spouse on
Valentine's Day.
Do you have an original Christian prayer that would encourage or benefit a fellow believer? Perhaps you've written a unique poem you'd like to share with others. We are looking for
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Tuesday January 24, 2012
Warning! These books will change your life!
Each of these top Christian books about foreign missions and Christian missionary adventures has had a life-changing impact on my life.
If you like your life just the way it is, consider yourself warned!
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Monday January 23, 2012
Sunshine's life took a sudden downward turn. In her mental anguish she tried to end it all. Taking a gun, a cooler full of beer, and swallowing a whole bottle of pills, she set out on a drive with no intention of returning. Then God made himself known to her in a strange and miraculous intervention. Unexpectedly, a new day dawned for Sunshine and she now lives to make Christ known to others.
Read: Sunshine's New Day
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