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Articles in Article Directory Home | Religion and spirituality Buddhism Christianity Faith Hinduism Islam Judaism Metaphysical New age Philosophy Title|Newest|Oldest Church Robes and How They Came to be Used  By : Stephen Jones. The origin of church robes is quite difficult to ascertain. Although it has been used for a long time, it's difficult to go ahead and pinpoint the exact time that it came about. Don’t let Worrying Hold you Down  By : Don Barton Worry… surely one of the basic banes of humanity. How much time and energy do we spend worrying? Where does it get us? What good does it pose? Use This Free Voodoo Spell Carefully To Reverse A Curse  By : Vladymir Rys When working any type of a spell, whether it's an intricate witchcraft spell or a free voodoo spell, it's always wise to remember The Law Of Threes which states that whatever energy you send out into the world will be returned to you three-fold. So if you cast a spell that produces positive energy like a healing spell or a love spell, that healing energy or love energy will be returned to you three-fold. Magazine Articles:The 10 Wonderful Guidelines  By : harry ji The above things aren't an exhaustive by any implies but, should you adhere to them when writing your element article you won't wander far within the Totally free Magazine Subscriptions  By : harry ji Let's confront it, occasionally we all require breaks from seated in front of a pc all time of day Have Youth Speakers and Pastors Lost Thier Nerve?  By : Keith Deltano Keith Deltano asks some tough question about the current culture in some Christian youth ministries. Is the "pizza and Pepsi" model good for teens? Have some youth ministries simply become a reflection of digital culture? Most Well-liked Celebrity Magazines in Australia  By : harry ji In the event you have been to create a random survey nowadays on by far the most well-liked Getting to Know the Holy Communion and the Necessary Communion Sets  By : Joseph Taylor. People usually do not think about the significance of Communion sets in today's world. Christian churches still revere these to be important items that are used to represent and share the love and body of Christ. Saint Rita of Cascia and the Stigmata  By : Bob and Penny Lord Saint Rita of Cascia immediately began to bleed profusely, and the wound that kept bleeding has been accepted by all as the gift of the Stigmata of our Lord. Mormon Records And LDS Rituals - Weddings and Rings  By : Alfred Ras. Almost every religion that has the exchanging of rings and a wedding ceremony has some official way that they follow. This is not the case with the Mormon weddings. In fact there is no exchange of rings at all. There is however many of the Mormon couples that want to and will do so in a ring exchange after the ceremony. Basically it is set up in their own ways for doing this because there is no formal doctrine to be followed to give them any guidance as such in the actual wedding. Difference between western and Vedic astrology  By : Pandit Punarvasu Indastro provides Astrology & free daily Horoscope reading covering interpretation of birth chart astrology and individual interpretation of all planets. Free Compatibility Analysis, Free horoscope based on Moon Sign, Free Monthly and Daily Horoscope based on vedic astrology horoscope, Host of other exciting astrology services. The continued growth of Louis Farrakhan and yourself  By : Mustafaa Muhammad This article is being presented as a means of encouraging others to review and learn of a man of God who has been in our midst, The Hon. Louis Farrakhan. Many in the world have taken the mainstream view of this human being, which turns others away from disgust as opposed to investigating the matter for themselves. It is past time that this view must change through proper investigation and research, because of the importance of the man I am writing of. Revealed: Mormon Church History is Catholic - LDS Ideas  By : Alfred Ras. There is no indication in history that there was any other type of early church other than the Catholic church itself. One must remember that when dealing with the Mormons that they feel that Mormonism goes all the way back into the historical part of the New Testament. If you were to ask them to show support that the Church of Mormon existed back then it is most difficult for them to come up with any evidence other than what they believe in the book of Mormons. Are We Living in the End Times?  By : Reece Woodstock Biblical end of times prophecy, also known as eschatology, revels what will happen to the earth during its final days as laid out primarily within the books of Daniel and Revelation. These books reveal several different signs that must come to pass before the end of the current age. Many who study this topic do believe that we are currently living in the day's shortly before the Lord's second coming, but not everyone agrees on the specifics. Prophecy, Revival & Discernment  By : Phillip Ross We have a Romantic understanding of revival, as if it is a sweet and glorious time -- like a family reunion or picnic. But real revival, real reformation is traumatic. It divides as well as unites. Church Of Latter Day Saints Prophet - Gorden Hinckley  By : Alfred Ras.. It would have to be said that with most religions when a new leader takes over that there are some changes always made. When it comes to the Mormon prophet Gordon Hinckley this is more than true. The Beginning Of My Journey With Farrakhan  By : Mustafaa Muhammad I intend with the help of God to make this article the first in a series of writings that will detail my personal journey to walk with a divinely guided human being. I wish to speak of the benefits I have personally received as a student of The Hon. Louis Farrakhan. To Have Life More Abundantly  By : Scott F Paradis What we really desire more than anything is to have life and have it abundantly. To recognize the promise and fulfill the potential of life we must live by faith. A power greater than self is guiding us home. Get Your House Organized for Passover  By : Alicia Rockmore and Sarah Welch March 29, 2010 marks the beginning of Passover. If you are Jewish, it is week when family and community come together to celebrate the Exodus. The hallmark of this observance is the removal of all leaven from the home, which commemorates the fact that the Jews leaving Egypt were in a hurry, and did not have time to let their bread rise. It is also a symbolic way to remove the "puffiness," or arrogance and pride, from the soul. How is a memorial card made?  By : Tony Goold A memorial card is a card of remembrance. It is always produced by the family and friends of the deceased. The card is produced usually stating the date of birth, date of death and where the deceased lived. A memorial card can either be religious or not but the main idea of the card usually has two reasons for being produced, It helps the bereavement process and it also creates a card that remembers the person who died. Is This All There Is?  By : Scott F Paradis Life is so much more than what we experience through our senses. Life is so much more than what we know. Only by moving beyond what we know with certainty do we expose new opportunities. By taking risks and stepping out on faith we make new discoveries and come to live life more fully Saint Clare of Montefalco's heart  By : Bob and Penny Lord Before she died, Saint Clare of Montefalco had declared, "I have the Crucified Jesus in my heart?" To their amazement, Clare's words came alive; there before them were the marks of Jesus Passion! Cradled inside the softness of her grand heart, was the Perfect Form of Jesus Crucified, even to the Crown of Thorns clearly evidenced on his Head, and the lance Wound in His Precious Side. The Price Has Already Been Paid  By : Michael A. Verdicchio Too many Christians are trying very hard to become righteous in God's eyes. Many do penance to try and pay for their sins, while the Bible declares that Jesus Christ paid the price for all sins. If he paid the price for all sins, then what price is there left to pay? What I Learned from the--Gasp!--Word of Faith Movement  By : Aaron Taylor Perhaps you've heard of them. Televangelists with bouffant hairstyles and Rolex watches saying send me a dollar and God will give you a hundred, women with gaudy make-up, and the ever-famous "Be healed in the name of Jeeeee-sus" while pushing people to the ground. Are Mormons A Cult Or Are They Based On Christianity?  By : Alfred Ras. The Mormon base part of their doctrine on the fact that they feel that Christ became a man and therefore that Mormons should strive to be more Christlike and therefore becoming Gods. They base a lot of their doctrine in this regard for this particular area from the book of Romans often the Holy Bible and this is their take or their version of what they feel that this book is in reference to or at least parts of it. Psychic readings online- Discover your future  By : George Gifted Psychic readings are for real! Gifted psychics are incredibly powerful and special. They can envision your future and see your future. Psychic abilities are to be trusted. Online psychic readings are highly recommended if you want to discover your future or know about love and relationships. Religion - The Benefits of Targeting Your Community Members  By : Adam Bauer Are you a member of a church congregation? If you are and if you are active in the planning of fundraisers and other events, you may want to make sure that you and your congregation are placing a large focus on your community, if you aren't already doing so. Tips - A Great Religious Event to Host  By : Adam Bauer Are you a church leader or a member in your church group who is regularly involved in the planning of community events? If you are, has your church ever held a public concert, either as a free community event or as a fundraiser? If this is an approach that you have yet to take, you may want to consider doing so, as there are a number of benefits to reaching out to your community by way of music. What Type Of Funeral Flowers Should I Choose?  By : Lee Smith Funeral flowers tend to reflect the personality of the deceased. Sometimes they are symbolic of the relationship that existed between the survivor who is arranging the funeral service and the deceased. Through the flowers they choose, survivors can also show their love and respect for the dead person. Building of Saint Joseph's Oratory in Montreal  By : Bob and Penny Lord They came; they prayed; they left changed. But Brother André knew his work was not over. And so, although now past sixty, he forged ahead with his dream to build a towering, magnificent Shrine, paying homage and loving respect to the man who cared for Jesus most of His life on earth. Mystical Powers of Voodoo  By : Vladymir Rys. Civilizations all over the world have forever relied on their faith in religious or mystical powers to accomplish truly wonderful feats. Long before medicine came on the scene, most health concerns were historically handled by applying a dose of spirituality, voodoo, witchcraft, astrology, or psychic power from any variety of paranormal sources. Is This Religion Mormon Or Christian?  By : Alfred Ras. One of the latest great debates when it comes to Mormons is determining if their religion is Mormon or Christian or is one and the same thing. In the eyes of the Mormon the answer to that question is yes. There has been a great attempt in the last little while for the Mormons to stand on the grounds of Christianity more so than they have in the past. Gifts: Faith and Healing  By : Phillip Ross Paul said that God works in His church, His people, through a variety of means. And that in spite of the variety of ways that God makes Himself manifest there is always a unity that binds the different manifestations of His work together. Realize the Promise, Fulfill Life's Potential  By : Scott F Paradis Life is so much more than things and stuff - life is a journey of experience. Life is a journey of promise, a journey of choice. Through choices one comes to fulfill life's potential. To recognize the promise and fulfill your potential make the "right" choice journey by faith. Tips - Bring Awareness to Your Community  By : Kasper Hagen Are you a church leader or are you a member of a church group that is actively looking for ways to improve your congregation, your community, as well as the world in general? If you are, you may be looking to raise money. Whether you are interested raising money that can be used to performed needed church updates or repairs or if you are looking to support a worthy issue and cause, such as cancer research, you may want to examine community dinners, especially those that are used as fundraisers. Polygamy And The Mormon Religion - Is It Christian Faith?  By : Alfred Ras. For individuals that are not too well versed in either the Mormon religion or Christianity as society knows it they will often wonder what are the differences between these two religions. According to the Mormons they will consider themselves as the true Christians and the only church that is going to be recognized by God himself. First of all it must be remembered that the whole Mormon religion is based on Joseph Smiths vision that he purported to have in 1820 where to celestial beings appeared to him during this vision. It was declared to Joseph that that there was no true religion on earth and that he was going to be chosen to institute the new church religion. Mormon Secrets - Discover The Truth Of Mormonism  By : Alfred Ras. If one were to ask at the Mormon what their beliefs are they will more than likely refer you to the 13 articles of faith. These are points at that were written by their founder Joseph Smith in order to explain what the Mormon church is based on. The Mormon church incidentally is the Church of latter-day Saints. Some of the points covered in the 13 articles are based on what they believe in God as being the eternal father and that his son is Jesus Christ and they also believe in the Holy Ghost. If one goes a little further to research this they will soon find that be are not considered as one and the same as Christian belief teaches but the Mormons believe they are three separate Gods. God Requires Our Total Surrender  By : Rafael Malthus Learn what it means to loose your life to God and find the life you were created to live. Are You Afraid To Trust God?  By : Michael A. Verdicchio There are reasons why some people are afraid to trust God for His help. But it seems that in the troubling days we are living in, a few more people each day are at least considering the possibility of receiving help from God. Perhaps this article can be of great assistance to those wondering if they really can trust God to help them. When Choosing To File A Religious Discrimination Lawsuit  By : Jason Mickelson We live in an age when everyone is itching to sue somebody for one silly thing or another. Our courts are filled with ridiculous claims that can not possibly ever fix everything for everyone. Even though you can not please all of the people all of the time, there are ways you can try to avoid a Religious Discrimination Lawsuit. Quantum Mind Power - Using the Power of the Mind to Create Our Reality  By : Robert Bidden For thousands of years, people have been using quantum mind power or better yet, the power of quantum physics, to create reality out of their thoughts. This ancient practice is no mere theory. It is a proven scientific fact that quantum mind power allows you to actually experience the things you think about most. Miracle of the Ice Bridge  By : Bob and Penny Lord That Sunday, March 17th, Feast of St. Patrick, Father Duquay told the parishioners that there would be a High Mass for the feast of St. Joseph on March 19th, petitioning Jesus' foster father to ask his Son to form a bridge of ice! No, You Don’t Have To See You Wearing a White Dress!  By : Pablo Perez Now, men tend to feel uncomfortable with this “bridegroom-bride” romantic language. It’s absolutely normal. “Leave that bridegroom stuff for the women” they say. I understand; we guys tend to enjoy wild dangerous battles with lots of blood and thrilling adventures. Prayer and The Importance of Unity with our Nature  By : Joy Obihara When you truly come to ride in tune with your own spiritual being (which is unity with oneself) then you'll know that the spiritual mind can truly give you everything you ever wanted in life, If you make a determined effort to understand how to incorporate this inner supreme power that is already within you, but waiting to be expressed, you'll Master the secrets to becoming FREE to control conditions through Prayer Power. Evangelism Gifts  By : Phillip Ross Real evangelism is not arm twisting people into the kingdom. It is the exercise of faithful service in the midst of ordinary living. Don't Get Even - Forgive!  By : Don Barton God shows His grace and mercy to us through Christ by giving us what we don’t deserve in the gift of salvation and eternal life with Him, thereby taking away our deserved punishment of death and eternity separated from God. This article shows the importance of forgiving other in the light of God's forgiveness of us. A Bridegroom God in Love with a Harlot  By : Pablo Perez The prophet pondered in amazement. Intense sorrow and passion engulfed his soul. His mind remained confused, anxiously reasoning for logic . . . Go again? Love her again? After tasting the bitter wine of betrayal, Hosea was invited to love as the Lord loves, and experience the complexity of His desire for humans. Rudraksha, the most powerful and awesome bead  By : Divyashiv Rudraksha, the most powerful and awesome bead ever for a healthy mind, body and soul God's Gifts  By : Phillip Ross A person who has charisma is a person who is attractive and influential among others. Paul's usage of the word in this chapter (and the next) suggests that spiritual gifts are used by God for the purpose of evangelism, attracting people through the means of Christian service. Requirements For Filing A Religious Discrimination Lawsuit  By : Michael Watson. Did you really think you live in a nation that is free? With all the ways you can get in trouble now, how can you think you are free? A Religious Discrimination Lawsuit can feel very overwhelming and astonishing to you. How did we get in such a dilemma? The Mormon Church - Mormonism Explained  By : Alfred Ras. One of the biggest stands that the Mormon religion stands upon during their explanation is that every man woman and child has the right to choose between right and wrong and act on their own accord. This is a gift from God according to their belief and this is a test to see if an individual will use these traits to show their love for the Father. This is what is known as the agency. According to Joseph Smiths teaching is there are consequences when it comes to the total picture of the agency. They can choose what they want to do when they are here on earth but they are not able to choose the consequences of what is going to happen from their choices. Who is Saint Roch?  By : Bob and Penny Lord Saint Roch has many titles: Miracle Worker - Patron Saint of Cholera, Plague, epidemics, dogs, dog lovers, pilgrims, bachelors, surgeons and grave diggers, among others. Psychic Reading helps answer life’s questions  By : Aldrin Accurate psychic readings online. Are you looking to make sense of it all? Then why not start with amazingly insightful Psychic Readings from a qualified online psychic? The Day Happiness and Mourning Kissed Each Other (2)  By : Pablo Perez How thankful the Christian reader ought to be that the great God condescends to dwell in the humble and contrite heart! This is the wonderful promise made by God even in the Old Testament (by Him in whose sight the heavens are not clean, who cannot find in any temple that man has ever built for Him, however magnificent, a proper dwelling place—see Isaiah 57:15 and 66:2)! History of Traditional Christmas Carols  By : Greggory Methods One of the most loved parts of the christmas season is the beautiful music that is heard and sung everywhere you go. Most traditional christmas Carols talk about the birth of Christ and are also combined in many church hymn books all over the world. The Day Happiness and Mourning Kissed Each Other  By : Pablo Perez Mourning is hateful and irksome to poor human nature. From suffering and sadness our spirits instinctively shrink. By nature we seek the society of the cheerful and joyous. Our text presents an anomaly to the unregenerate, yet it is sweet music to the ears of God’s elect. Christian Heilmann ' How To Inspire As A Speaker  By : Francisco Rodriguez Higueras The Bible says God said, not thought, imagined, dreamed about or wished for, no it says God said. Psychic Readings that helps answer life’s questions  By : mhico19 Accurate psychic readings online. Are you looking to make sense of it all? Then why not start with amazingly insightful Psychic Readings from a qualified online psychic? Miracle of Eudcharist of El Escorial Spain  By : Bob and Penny Lord El Escorial was originally a grand monastery, the Royal Monastery of Spain in honor of the Spanish Martyr, San Lorenzo, or St. Lawrence. The concept of this masterpiece of Spanish architecture came to King Philip II, as he fought a fierce battle against the French in St. Quentin, France in 1557. He vowed, if he were victorious, he would build a splendid Monastery in honor of the Saint, on Spanish soil. Past-Life Recall - A Mind Experience?  By : Sheila Keene Lund Reincarnation is popularly defined as the rebirth of the soul in a new human body. This idea formed around the ancient theory of transmigration. In the West, many people who accept reincarnation ground their belief on the phenomenon of past-life recall, the accessing of memories from alleged past lives. Could these experiences really be proofs for reincarnation? This article explores plausible explanations for this mind phenomenon. Table Waiting  By : Phillip Ross While we wait for Christ to return in judgment, we can help reduce the negative consequences of that judgment by performing the duties of deacons -- not necessarily seeking the formal office of deacon, but by performing the informal function of table waiting -- engaging in Christian service. Reluctance and Inadequacy in Coming before God  By : Stephen Lau To come before God, man must see his own inadequacy. Man's reluctance to come before God is humanly natural due to his sinful nature. But man can turn this inadequacy into positive salvation if he can be humble and obedient, as illustrated by Isaiah, Paul, and Peter -- they all demonstrated reluctance to come before God, but their inadequacy was essentially obedience. Past Life Readings Can Answer The Issues Of The Present  By : Elaine Faux The concept of reincarnation is highly criticized. The idea of having to be reborn again has created many discussion regarding the authenticity of the idea. Many believes that this is just a pigment of the imagination. A mere myth that most religious sects claim to explain the mysteries of life. The growing number of believers has led into the birth of past life readings that help in answering the queries about reincarnation. House Cleaning  By : Phillip Ross If the church would clean its own house, it would not fall under the judgment of God. This is very difficult to hear and even more difficult to actually engage. Humility - a Weakness or Strength?  By : Don Barton This article reminds us that, in spite of our naturally rebellious hearts, God has graciously reached out to us whilst we were still His enemies and provided a way to span the chasm that separates man from God. God's great love for us was expressed in the Messiah, Jesus. The only true response for those who understand this is thankfulness and humility. Religious Discrimination Lawsuits Are A Growing Concern  By : Walt Goodman You can not get the news now, without hearing about another person suing the pants off another person. Everywhere you turn, there are people locked in some kind of court room battle because someone was insulted. There is no way we can satisfy all the people who will walk through our lives. How can you stay away from a ridiculous Religious Discrimination Lawsuit? Top 6 Bizarre Mormon Beliefs - LDS Religion  By : Alfred Ras. The Mormons are a large curiosity to people who are not Mormon. They have a basic core belief that is good and right. They believe in family and taking care of others. They also have some strange beliefs that come with all that goodness. Lets examine a few of those and see what you think. You Can Have Personal Peace  By : Michael A. Verdicchio How can you live without stress when your present circumstances are far from pleasant? When your personal situations are demanding more than you can possibly handle on your own, how can you live your life without worry and fear? How can one have genuine peace of mind with troubles all around? Take Your Time When Filing A Religious Discrimination Lawsuit  By : Andrew Cavalier. We live in an age when everyone is itching to sue somebody for one silly thing or another. Our courts are filled with ridiculous claims that can not possibly ever fix everything for everyone. Even though you can not please all of the people all of the time, there are ways you can try to avoid a Religious Discrimination Lawsuit. Why the First Holy Communion Is an Important Occasion  By : Sue McGrath. Having your child's first Holy Communion? This not only calls for a celebration but also signifies the rite to passage in the body of the church. In other words, it emphasizes the fact that your child is old enough to take active part in the church services. Kids love their first communion since they get to dress in elegant white gowns topped with their first communion jewelery, whereas the boys get to look handsome in their cute suits. File Your Religious Discrimination Lawsuit With An Attorney  By : Bob Reinwald You can not get the news now, without hearing about another person suing the pants off another person. Everywhere you turn, there are people locked in some kind of court room battle because someone was insulted. There is no way we can satisfy all the people who will walk through our lives. How can you stay away from a ridiculous Religious Discrimination Lawsuit? Find Out The Truth About The LDS Church - Temple Mormon  By : Alfred Ras. "There's something that's always bothered me... the name of the angel [was] Moroni... so why don't we call ourselves Morons?" - Harper Pitt, Angels in America (Tony Kushner, 1990) Mormonism and The Mormon Church - Multiple Gods?  By : Alfred Ras. In respect to this question the Mormons believe that because the Bible says that we will become joint heirs with Christ and become like him that this is where others will become Gods. They believe that yes that Mormons can become Gods but it has a limited factor to it and this is in the sense that they can be Gods representatives or servants. They again will refer to the Bible using the word God in plural several times. Psychic readings and your life  By : Gifted George A psychic reading is the medium to gain solution to most of our questions and problems in life over which we wonder, we reflect to verify, and to arrive at some conclusion. In this way, we meet up with someone who can bring insight and clarity based on higher guidance into a matter that may be troubling us. Psychic readings are for real!  By : Gifted08 George08 More and more people are turning to psychic readings seeking solace and contentment. Psychic reading is very beneficial. It can change your life for the better. It is one of the best ways to know about your future. Anyone who is interested in knowing about their future can come for a reading. People opt for psychic readings for numerous reasons ranging from relationship blues to career problems. Psychic reading-Your gateway to peace, happiness and success  By : Gifted08 George08 Happiness has become elusive for most of us. We perpetually find ourselves chasing peace, happiness, love and success. We are all so caught up in this mad rate race to win and outshine everyone that we ourselves create and invite pain and suffering into our lives. Thanks to online psychic readings, there is still hope for those who are depressed and lonely. The History of Mont St. Michel  By : Bob and Penny Lord Mont St. Michel, was once a Shrine to Belen, the Celtic god of Light. It later became a Shrine to the Roman Mercury. It did not become a Christian place of worship until the 5th century, when it was occupied by hermits from the other side of the channel (somewhere in the British Isles, as it is now known, probably from Ireland). Discover The Truth Behind The Church Of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints  By : Alfred Ras. Mormon is a term that is used to describe or refers to the followers of Mormonism. Mormon is mostly refers to ?The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? (LDS church) which is usually known as Mormon Church. This term is broadly used to depict an individual or group that claims to have belief in the book of Mormon given that, its translated correctly. Joseph smith is known as the founder of the Mormon religion, who got an angelic vision telling him the locality of Golden plates having God?s divulgence; that was published as a book of Mormon in 1830. Bodily Self-Examination  By : Phillip Ross Receiving Communion is not simply helpful for the saved, those who have been regenerated by the Holy Spirit. It is also harmful for the lost, those who have not been regenerated. From a trinitarian perspective the Lord's body is the body of Jesus of Nazareth, but it is also the body of God Himself (whatever that is), and it is the body of the Church, the fellowship of disciples. Are You Worthy?  By : Phillip Ross The simple act of participating in the Lord's Supper brings about the separation of the saved and the lost by distinguishing the difference between them, that difference being regeneration or Christ-given worthiness. Rethinking the gospel of "success"  By : Aaron Taylor Ever since the crash of 2008, I've found myself doing a lot of soul searching. At first, like most people, I had no idea what the crash was about. Who caused it? What political party is to blame? And, for Pete's sake, what in the world is a credit default swap? The Vision of Saint Angela Merici  By : Bob and Penny Lord Saint Angela Merici was confused about what God wanted her to do. She was praying, entreating God to show her His Plan. "You sent me back here, but what am I supposed to do? Enlighten me, please Lord!" And He did with a vision. 3 Prayer Keys  By : Michael A. Verdicchio In these troubled and uneasy days of economic uncertainty, there are many people who need help. More people are praying and asking God to help them more than ever before. That is often the case when there is a crisis. Here are three simple prayer keys. The Shroud of Turin - Shrouded in mystery?  By : Bob and Penny Lord The Shroud, or linen cloth, is mentioned in each of the Evangelists? accounts of the death and burial of Jesus. While the official Church makes no comment as to the authenticity of the Shroud, Catholics by and large believe this to be the true burial cloth of Jesus. The Lord's Supper  By : Phillip Ross What Paul calls the Way, they called a sect. The Way of Christ refers to the entire cultural structure of Christianity in its wholeness, its totality. The Way of Christ is a way of life, a lifestyle. Paul received from Christ a vision of Christian society or culture and it was that vision, that cultural practice, that way of life, that Paul was passing on to the Corinthians. Personal Psychic Development and How to Attain it  By : Angeline Tribe For untold millennia the concept of psychic powers has been known to exist in our world. Individuals have taken to undergoing psychic development to attain the abilities associated with the word. The abilities, however, are far different than what we perceive them to be. In the present, modern times, these abilities which all humans have, have been discredited and are believed, by many, to be mere magical tricks and nothing more. What happened in Lourdes?  By : Bob and Penny Lord It's easy in retrospect to understand the need for divine intervention in 1858. In 1854, in the face of massive opposition, one of Mary's staunchest supporters, Pope Pius IX proclaimed to the world what had been believed down through the centuries, but had never been made a Dogma of the Church. The Most Famous Bible Verse  By : Michael A. Verdicchio One of the most widely quoted verses from the Christian Bible has been called the most famous Bible verse, but one part of the verse confuses some people. The Coming Armageddon of 2012  By : Dan Donaldson. Many people believe in the prophecies of Armageddon in 2012. A great deal of this belief is based on the Mayan calendar, since it will be ending that year. There are lots of predictions that have been made based on this. Saint Agatha of Catania  By : Bob and Penny Lord Saint Agatha is the Patron of Catania Sicily. Her short life ended cruelly in 251. She is one of the most well-documented Martyrs in the history of the Church. Helpful Divisions  By : Phillip Ross False beliefs "must be" in the churches, according to Paul. God's purpose is unalterable, and since there were false prophets during Old Testament times, it must be expected that false teachers would arise in the Christian churches. Satan is always busy sowing the seeds and tares of false doctrine. Why Don't You Shut Up?  By : Michael A. Verdicchio Most people do not realize just how powerful their own words are. The words you think and speak to yourself about yourself can change the course of your life. And, sometimes you just have to say, "Shut up!" Attitude, Apostasy and Disillusionment  By : Phillip Ross The goal of reaching perfect sanctification in Christ cannot be reached apart from the process of growth that leads to it. To short-circuit the process for fear of where it may lead evidences a failure of faith in the power of Christ to persevere with His people and to bring them into all truth. Exploring the True Meaning of Revelation  By : Sheila Keene Lund True revelation unifies history, coordinates geology, astronomy, physics, chemistry, biology, sociology, and psychology. Revelation is God's answer to our human prayers for increased knowledge of truth, enhanced appreciation of beauty, and an augmented concept of goodness. This article brings new meaning to the concept of revelation. Can a Christian Study Tai Chi?  By : Ken Gullette Can a Christian study Tai Chi? Is there anything in the study of this Chinese art that violates a Christian's religious principles? This article explains why Christians can fully enjoy the calming and self-defense that they can learn from this amazing martial art. Jesus speaks to Saint Thomas Aquinas  By : Bob and Penny Lord Later on in his life, when St. Thomas Aquinas was in Salerno, finishing the third part of his Summa, which deals with the Passion and the Resurrection, he was kneeling before the Altar in ecstasy. He could feel the overpowering presence of the Lord in the room. He looked up at the Crucifix and Jesus spoke to him. Head Coverings  By : Phillip Ross Should contemporary women wear head coverings? The first question to ask is, Who has jurisdiction to countermand Paul's teaching? Is it simply a women's issue? Or is it a family matter? Or should your local pastor weigh in? The Miracle Worker of Montreal - Brother Andre  By : Bob and Penny Lord Brother Andre became known as the Miracle Worker of Montreal Brother André was a man of prayer. He prayed long hours, several times a day, sometimes alone, at other times in the chapel, while traveling, with the sick and in a packed church. He attributed all the Miracles to Jesus Christ through the intercession of the Saints especially Saint Joseph. Bartolo Longo - from Satanist to Saint  By : Bob and Penny Lord The man through which the Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary in Pompei, Itlay came about was Bartolo Longo. He had been a Satanist and was converted to Catholicism. We give the account of his conversion. The origin of hot cross buns - Saint Clare of Assisi  By : Bob and Penny Lord Most of us are not aware of the origin of hot cross buns. Well Saint Clare of Assisi is responsible for them. Here is the account: We want to relate to you the story of Saint Clare of Assisi and the Hot Cross buns. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10]	BigFreeArticles.com is operated by MJE Sales, LLC. Please Sign Up for a free account or Learn More about BigFreeArticles.com. Share This Page: Sign Up Learn More Submit Articles Member Login Top Authors Most Popular Articles Submission Guidelines Ezine Notifications Article RSS Feeds New Stuffbr> About Us Link to Us Contact Us Privacy Policy Terms of Service Sitemap

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