Category Archives: peace

Boycott Violence! Refuse To Enjoy Violence!

Posted on April 16, 2013 by

The seeds of violence and disrespect are rampant in our society – images of violence are a pervading presence in most of our lives. If you and I don’t stop receiving the seeds of violence into our mind, our memory, … Continue reading →

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I’m A Progressive . . . I’m Progressing From . . .

Posted on February 12, 2013 by

I’m a Progressive! I’m progressing . . . From hurt to healing; From selfishness to serving; From discouragement to hope; From fear to love; From tormenting thoughts to peace of mind; From insecurity to faith; From compulsive cravings to self-control; … Continue reading →

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The apps of the Spirit are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control.

Posted on January 31, 2013 by
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Inside Addition — The Key To A Beautiful Life

Posted on January 18, 2013 by

Inside addition (not Inside Edition) is the key to a beautiful life.  However, it’s not automatic.  It all depends on which mathematical formula you follow: Self + pride = hypocrisy Self + fear or worry = torment Self + anger … Continue reading →

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The Incredible Power of Christ Skills

Posted on January 10, 2013 by

How are your Christ skills? Many people live their lives without basic Christ skills — the abilities to connect with and release the life-transforming power of Christ in themselves and in others. However, when you look into history, you discover … Continue reading →

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How To Surf Brainwaves To Hope, Health, & Happiness

Posted on January 6, 2013 by

Life is about surfing brainwaves.  Catch positive brainwaves and they will carry you to paradise-like beaches of hope, health, and happiness.  However, charging choppy brainwaves will cause you to wipe-out and deposit you among emotional riptides and maybe even men … Continue reading →

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The Christmas Drug — The High Hopes Of Holiday Hype

Posted on December 22, 2012 by

Year after year humans have high hopes for the Christmas holidays, but their humongous hopes are often hijacked and held hostage by holiday hype.  The Christmas drug of hyped up holidays just doesn’t seem to be able to live up … Continue reading →

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Write Your Wrongs & Move On In Peace (A Message Of The Christmas Season)

Posted on November 20, 2012 by

We are about to enter the Christmas season; known by retailers (and shoppers) as the make or break Christmas shopping season that begins on Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving.  So what’s the real reason for the season?  God’s love … Continue reading →

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Ride The Glory Tide

Posted on October 20, 2012 by

There is a glory flow that will glow in your heart and grow ever stronger.  Go with that flow! There is a stream that can redeem your dreams, even when it seems like they are gone forever.  Follow the gleam … Continue reading →

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Drunk Christians?

Posted on August 3, 2012 by

Some observers of the early Christians made fun of them and said:  “They have had too much wine.”  (Would you use the word “drunk” to describe a gathering of Christians, nowadays?) Here’s the response to that accusation, given by Jesus’ … Continue reading →

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