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2010-11-24T05:27:00-08:00

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Demigod Leaders by Joseph Mattera

Last updated on: November 24, 2010 at 5:27 am By editorconvergingzone

The church has seen the rise of celebrity cult-status pastors who act like spiritual divas. In this article I define demigods as those who act as little gods who believe they are above everyone else. These leaders walk around with an entourage, bodyguards, are inaccessible to even high-level staff and peers, and are unaccountable islands to themselves. Furthermore, no matter how much these demigod leaders violate biblical ethics, they still maintain their leadership positions because most of their followers are... Read more

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2010-11-24T02:59:00-08:00

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He Will Make a Way by Francis Frangipane

Last updated on: November 24, 2010 at 2:59 am By editorconvergingzone

Taxes, threat of terror attacks, illness and aging, finances, political conflicts, family relationships, church struggles, fears, insurance issues, air travel impositions, job loss, gasoline prices, war, injustice, death – these are just a few of the enemies most of us face daily. Yet, let me also tell you what the Lord has spoken to my soul: Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace... Read more

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2010-11-23T18:03:00-08:00

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Eating the Bread of Life by Robert Ricciardelli

Last updated on: November 23, 2010 at 6:03 pm By Robert Ricciardelli

The words of Christ gives us the strength and confidence to overcome in the midst of challenges. When darkness surrounds us His Words encourage us and give us life even when everything around us speaks of death. Jesus’ words are food for our eternal journey. They are far more powerful than concepts, and inspiration. When we keep close to the Word, we will enter even more deeply into the everlasting love of God. Read more

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2010-11-22T19:01:00-08:00

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Living to Leave a Legacy by Robert Ricciardelli

Last updated on: November 22, 2010 at 7:01 pm By Robert Ricciardelli

We are called to pursue a legacy, a deposit of our life into the lives of others we loved and served. Many people accomplish tremendous things later on in life, so we must never quit in allowing God to grow us, and flow through us to others. Many have chosen to change little and remain in what they know. That won’t build a great life or legacy. Every living moment should be moments of growing and sowing with God. Read more

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2010-11-21T18:21:00-08:00

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Seek Godly Intentions by Robert Ricciardelli

Last updated on: November 21, 2010 at 6:21 pm By Robert Ricciardelli

God has a plan for you that is unique and specific. Seek after His Kingdom, live in His nature, and He will reveal His plans for you. Talk to him about the things you may have on your heart before you pursue them on your own. Are they desires He has placed in you, or has authorized for you to go after? Before you prayerfully declare them, ask the Lord if it aligns with the intentions He has designed for... Read more

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2010-11-21T08:46:00-08:00

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Roberts Quotes for the Week (#23) by Robert Ricciardelli

Last updated on: November 21, 2010 at 8:46 am By editorconvergingzone

Saturday, November 20, 2010 His Potential and Voice of Truth by Robert Ricciardelli Knowing that we belong to God and are safe with Him in the midst of existential challenges, allows us to have faith and hope that overcomes fear, suffering, and grim worldly thoughts. The Kingdom of here, now, and yet to come, is an ongoing event in the realm of the Spirit, and is not subject to the boundaries of time or happenstance. God gives us eyes to... Read more

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2010-11-21T07:35:00-08:00

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We Need Another Jesus Movement by Lee Grady

Last updated on: November 21, 2010 at 7:35 am By editorconvergingzone

In today’s hip, sophisticated churches, we often forget to preach about Jesus. Let’s get back to basics. I became a serious Christian at the tail end of the Jesus movement. I was too young to remember the hippie beads, tie-dyed shirts and “Jesus Is Groovy” slogans, but the songs were still popular when I was in college (from musicians such as Andrae Crouch, Love Song and Barry McGuire), as were the movies (especially The Cross and the Switchblade.) The Jesus... Read more

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2010-11-21T07:25:00-08:00

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Boldness of Love by Ron McGatlin

Last updated on: November 21, 2010 at 7:25 am By editorconvergingzone

An increasing number of followers of Christ are sensing an inner heavenly unction and hunger to experience a full-out worldwide fire of God revival. We are longing for an outpouring of people turning to God with passion that ignites the world with the pure holy presence of God – a flood of the liquid fire of God’s love flowing from within God’s people consuming the foolishness of a sin-sick world and replacing it with the kingdom of God on earth... Read more

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2010-11-21T06:13:00-08:00

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Rise Above Worry by Bob Gass

Last updated on: November 21, 2010 at 6:13 am By editorconvergingzone

At the right time God will make this known. God is the blessed and only ruler. He is the King of kings and Lord of lords. (1Timothy 6:15) We all worry from time to time, but wise people have learned to avoid over-anxiety by following these guidelines. 1) Define the situation clearly. What exactly is it you’re worrying about? Be specific. Often when we take time to clarify the problem, a way to solve it will present itself. 2) Face... Read more

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2010-11-21T05:56:00-08:00

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Principles of Great Faith by Dr. Dale A. Robbins

Last updated on: November 21, 2010 at 5:56 am By editorconvergingzone

Now when Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came to Him, pleading with Him, saying, Lord, my servant is lying at home paralyzed, dreadfully tormented. And Jesus said to him, I will come and heal him. The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that You should come under my roof. But only speak a word, and my servant will be healed. For I also am a man under authority, having soldiers under me. And I say to... Read more

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