Hey America:Loyalty, a word that in many hearts rings with warmth and great value. A quality that can be found in people that invokes endearment and appreciation from those who are the recipient of it's expressions. A quality that is "part and parcel" to true friendship. In fact, I'd say that without it, true friendship is lost. For how can true friendship stand if there is no trust or reliability, and loyalty is the very foundation of trust....more
Have you ever wondered what made the difference in Jesus' prayer life? Other than he is the second person of the trinity, and thus has connections that you don't. Well...if we are honest with ourselves, we are so grateful that he didn't pray as we do.THE ANSWER MAY SHOCK YOUThe answer can be found in the story of Jesus' healing of Jairus daughter. So let's turn to Luke 8:41-56. There we read that Jairus begged Jesus to come to his house in order...more
On the human level, the image of the creative power of the feminine has been distorted for thousands of years as the result of a patriarchal idealogy. Historic negativity toward women has created gender conflict, ignorance, suffering and lies, both reducing the importance of the feminine and demeaning the reality that a woman has the sameness of a man within her. This sameness is found in the qualities of character that need to be openly lived so everyone can develop into fully enlightened beings. The idea is for women to become male and for men to become female. Let me explain~ This means that we develop the strengths from each gender. In victory, we return to our original state of consciousness. The origin and home of perfection is transcendent.The character of the Master Teacher Jesus is a perfect example of a complete human being. He fully expressed the positive feminine virtues when he nurtured those in need, was concerned for children, comforted others and struggled against oppression. Jesus fed the hungry, washed the feet of his disciples, openly wept and was confident in expressing intimacy. His behavior is particularly impressive because of the patriarchal time period.What...more
Traditional Zimbabwe Religion has a firm monotheistic faith rooted in the belief in one supreme creator. Today however this faith has been melded into a part Christian and part traditional. This blended faith is followed by at least fifty per cent of the people.The traditional aspect of this dual-sided faith is rooted in the custom of channelling...more
Would you say your life can make a difference by giving back to others?The messages of Virgin Mary in Medjugorje( http://www.medjugorjemap.com )say yes!When you get to be older - you will find yourself beginning to ask, did my life make a difference?These are the days of personal reckoning. Maybe the only way to face it is to consider, every day of...more
Ancient DiscoverySAN FRANCISCO - In 2006 National Geographic's release of the first English translation of an ancient text dated to the 2nd century AD, shook Christianity and the perception of the world's most famous villain - it was The Gospel of Judas. Amidst religious controversy, it revealed that Judas was asked secretly by Jesus to betray him, and in doing so, fulfilled a divine role and plan."But you will exceed all of them. For you will sacrifice the man that clothes me."Jesus to Judas, The Gospel of JudasSecret TeachingsFirst published more than 50 years prior to The Gospel of Judas, but correlating with it precisely, a little known book has brought to light secret teachings thought to belong to Judas Iscariot. Newly translated, The Flight of the Feathered Serpent is the true story of journalist Armando Cosani in the Second World War. His life changes inexplicably after he meets with a mysterious man, who leaves him with a series of profound writings - one being Judas' firsthand account of the events leading up to the betrayal, which incredibly, reveal Judas as Jesus' closest disciple."Judas, beloved of my heart, what you have seen, keep it quiet, for my hour has not yet...more
As you are reading this, I can hear three different answers to my question. Some people are thinking yes, why not? Others are thinking rather not, I do not want to get involved in praying for people. And a third group is saying: why is the question...more
Boy, was I surprised when I finally decided to look up those heavenly beings from Isaiah 6:2-6. They're snakes!In fact, they're serpents with wings and feet. I'm pretty sure that qualifies them as dragons!Wouldn't you agree?I had always wondered...more
This week I was reading in the Bible, the story of Joseph of Egypt-a story I've read many times, but I had some new insights this week. Most everyone knows the basics...his father Jacob loved Joseph so much that his brothers were jealous of him. So...more
Many have misunderstood worship to be nothing more than an emotional expression. Culture has given us the idea that showing emotion is a sign of weakness. Men are led to believe that emotional outbursts are some how feminine and that expressions of...more
In the New Testament, Christ says to his disciples:"You have heard that it was said, You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be children of your...more
Do you blame God for not answering your prayers even though you're the one who's not following the rules, then you get mad and end up going on a sinning spree and missing out on even more blessings?Or.Do you wait for the last minute to ask for His...more