Worship Music in Many Forms
With traditional hymns and variations of contemporary Christian music being played in churches today, worship leaders all over the world have one thing in common: a desire to draw in the presence of God and to give God praise and glory through music. So, for many Christians, the subject of worship music styles is not necessarily doctrinal, rather a matter of personal preference.
The Realities of Homeschooling
When a family decides to homeschool, one of the most common questions friends and family will ask them is, "Why?" For some, the motivation may be educational. For others, spiritual. Whatever the reason, most parents are able to give a solid, well-formed answer to anyone who asks.
The Power of PowerPoints
As more and more churches embrace technology, PowerPoint has become a valuable communication tool that incorporates both graphics and text. With it, churches can welcome the congregation, make special announcements, feature important events, display lyrics to worship music and provide sermon outlines.
David, the Sweet Psalmist
David was a brave and diligent shepherd, killing a lion and a bear to protect his flock. He was a brash and fearless combatant, running with five hand-picked stones and a sling to bring down the giant Goliath. But David is best known as a talented musician, able to soothe King Saul and drive out the evil spirit.
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The Full Armor of God
To counteract the deeds of rebellious angels in the unseen world, God designed special armor that He has instructed Christians to wear. The full Armor of God as described in Ephesians 6:14-18 includes a belt, shield, breastplate, sandals, helmet and a sword. It sounds heavy, but this armor is spiritual in nature and weightless.
Reading and Meditating on God's Word
The Word of God is seed for the Christian soul. With it, the garden of a Christian heart can blossom with the fruits of the spirit. When a Christian consistently reads the Bible, they are planting a large amount of quality spiritual seed. When they meditate on the Word through prayer and times of deep thought, Christians are adding nutrients and proteins to spiritual soil.
The World of Apologetics
The world of Apologetics is a sphere in which science is used to reveal the complexities of God and His creation: a world where God's unselfish love is manifest in the very essence of nature and personified through His Son the Lord Jesus Christ. Today, many scientists, biologists, chemists, teachers, preachers, students and others understand that Science and faith are inseparable and God is the Creator.
Ordinary Time on the Liturgical Calendar
Although not the focus of the Liturgical Calendar, Ordinary Time remains an important part of the ecclesiastical Christian year. The color green is most often associated with the two periods of Ordinary Time and is usually found in the sanctuary during these portions of the liturgical year. Green is considered a symbol of the Church's growth and rebirth.
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