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2024-08-24T21:28:02-04:00

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The Dalai Lama Divides China And The US

Last updated on: August 24, 2024 at 9:28 pm   By Alice H. Murray

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China and the US don’t only disagree on trade, Taiwan, and use of the South China Sea. There’s also the issue of the successor to Tibet’s Dalai Lama. The elderly religious leader’s recent presence in the US for medical treatment has provided reason for more tension between the two superpowers. One thing everything can agree on is that the Dalai Lama divides China and the US. Who Is The Dalai Lama? The current Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is the 89-year-old... Read more

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2024-08-17T11:41:11-04:00

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Connecting Bible Belt and Belt of Truth With The Ballot Box

Last updated on: August 17, 2024 at 11:41 am   By Alice H. Murray

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The 2024 elections dominate the nightly news and online chatter. Commentators and ordinary voters pick apart the candidates. But perhaps it’s time to shift the focus off the individuals who are running and consider if being a Christian  affects political behavior, specifically voting. Are the Bible Belt and the belt of truth referenced in Ephesians 6:14 relevant to the ballot box? Let’s try connecting the Bible Belt and Belt of Truth with the ballot box. What’s The Bible Belt? Two... Read more

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2024-08-10T15:43:39-04:00

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“The Boys In The Boat” Olympics Drama And Rowing God’s Boat

Last updated on: August 10, 2024 at 3:43 pm   By Alice H. Murray

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While the Olympics only last a few days, tales of what happened during those events live on in people’s minds and in the history books. One of those events is the stunning American win in the 8+ men’s rowing competition in Berlin’s 1936 Summer Olympics. Now referred to as the boys in the boat event, it provided Olympic drama and is instructive for rowing God’s boat. What’s Rowing? While most everyone’s familiar with the children’s song “Row, Row, Row Your... Read more

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2024-08-03T11:56:21-04:00

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Victor’s Spoils – Olympic Medals Or Heavenly Crowns?

Last updated on: August 3, 2024 at 11:56 am   By Alice H. Murray

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A proverbial expression notes “to the victor go the spoils.” But what are these spoils? Those watching the 2024 Summer Olympics know Olympic winners receive medals. But when a Christian completes their life race, the spoils are different. Heavenly crowns await. Both award are coveted, but which is better? Olympic medals or heavenly crowns? What Are Spoils? If a victor receives them, spoils must have a positive connotation. And, unlike spoiled milk, they do have one. “Spoils” consist of the... Read more

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2024-07-26T07:47:55-04:00

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Six Suggestions To Successfully Share Faith With Friends

Last updated on: July 26, 2024 at 7:47 am   By Alice H. Murray

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Six Suggestions To Successfully Share Faith With Friends Who are your friends? Think of the buddies or pals you trust and like enough to regularly spend time with. Wouldn’t you tell them about a great new show they’d like? Or about a shortcut to get to a favorite meeting place? Of course you would! So, why don’t we share the truth about our very best friend—Jesus? Fear mainly. But don’t let that reason stop you. Here are six suggestions to... Read more

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2024-07-20T10:34:46-04:00

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South Carolina Church Active Since Before Revolutionary War

Last updated on: July 20, 2024 at 10:34 am   By Alice H. Murray

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Imagine sitting in a church where historical events in the 1700’s took place. Prince George Winyah Parish Church in Georgetown, South Carolina offers those who enter that very opportunity. Its red-brick building has been used for worship since pre-Revolutionary War days. The Church’s Name The name of the church consists of two parts. The first, Prince George, gave a nod to England’s Prince George who ultimately became King George II of England. For Americans, this prince’s claim to fame may... Read more

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2024-07-08T08:31:00-04:00

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Holy Land Tour Interrupted By Hamas Invasion

Last updated on: July 8, 2024 at 8:31 am   By Alice H. Murray

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Florida resident Leah Brown’s long-held dream to travel to the Holy Land and walk where Jesus had walked finally came true in October 2023. But the events which unfolded during her time in Israel greatly diverged from her tour group’s planned itinerary. Two days after her arrival, Hamas invaded Israel, shocking the world. The Hamas invasion collided with Leah’s Holy Land tour. Off On A Holy Land Tour Leah, a former high school assistant choral director and a pastor’s widow,... Read more

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2024-07-03T08:23:54-04:00

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Story Behind The Inspiring Lyrics Of “America The Beautiful”

Last updated on: July 3, 2024 at 8:23 am   By Alice H. Murray

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Patriotic tunes fill the air around July Fourth. Besides our national anthem, one of the country’s most popular patriotic songs is “America the Beautiful.” Its lyrics evoke the majesty and beauty of this country’s physical attributes. But what led to the penning of the song’s stirring words? A fitting way to celebrate the 4th of July holiday is to learn the story behind the inspiring lyrics of “America the Beautiful.” Evolution Of The Song The song “America the Beautiful” is... Read more

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2024-06-24T21:51:35-04:00

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Louisiana Mandates Posting The Ten Commandments In Schools

Last updated on: June 24, 2024 at 9:51 pm   By Alice H. Murray

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What’s on your wall? If you’re a student in Louisiana, one thing will soon be a fixture in every classroom. That state now mandates posting The Ten Commandments in schools. Critics of this requirement have already vowed a constitutional challenge in the courts based on the First Amendment’s Establishment Clause. Will the law pass that test? The New Law In May, Louisiana state legislators approved House Bill 71 which Governor Jeff Landry then signed into law on June 19th. The legislation... Read more

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2024-06-18T17:16:36-04:00

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USAF Academy Cadet Chapel Is Still Grounded By Renovations

Last updated on: June 18, 2024 at 5:16 pm   By Alice H. Murray

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  Look, soaring up towards the sky! Visitors to the US Air Force Academy won’t see Superman, and they won’t see the stunning spires of the famed Cadet Chapel either. Instead, they’ll view an enormous box. Sadly, renovations and repairs started almost five years ago on the chapel are still ongoing. And the work underway requires the innovative structure be completely covered. Yes, the Cadet Chapel is still grounded by renovations. Popular and Award-Winning Attraction Undoubtedly the most recognizable building... Read more

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