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- Read the Bible in 2011I cannot imagine what life would be like without the word of God. The Bible is without question the most significant piece of literature ever. And it always will be!
Bible Reading Doesn't Fit into Your Schedule? Try ThisHow can those interested in reading a bible find the time in their busy day?- Make Bible Reading Part of Your Daily RoutineYou know you should read your Bible daily, but you have trouble making the time. Here are some practical ideas to make reading the Bible a part of your routine.
- A Skeptic Reads the Bible 13: Judah, the First JohnJudah's sons are "wicked" and killed by God, one by one. So he blames their wife, Tamar. Tamar retaliates by seducing Judah, conceiving his child, and then revealing the deception when he demands her execution as an adulteress.
- A Skeptic Reads the Bible: The Israelite Massacre at ShechemJacob's sons, irate when their sister dates a local boy, massacre the entire population of a Hivite town. They claim they are defending their honour; I think they regard their sister as property.
- A Skeptic Reads the Bible 10: Abraham (Nearly) Murders Isaac in a Human SacrificeIn one of the most disturbing events yet, Abraham agrees to perform a human sacrifice by murdering his own son Isaac. God calls it off and calls it a test of loyalty, but I think God has actually sinned here.
A Skeptic Reads the Bible 8: Abraham Lies, Cheats, and Swindles His Way to GraceAbraham is essentially a divinely inspired con artist and cheater, first selling his wife to the Egyptians and Gerarites and then having children with one of her slaves.
A Skeptic Reads the Bible 7: An Insecure God Trashes the Tower of BabelHumanity, united for the last time in its history, attempts to build a giant tower in Babylon. God, again claiming that this is a threat to his power and security, destroys the Tower and exiles most of the people.- I Resolve to Read the Bible in 2010A Five Step Approach To Finding A Way To Maximize My Potential For Keeping My New Year's Resolution
- Finding Time to Read the BibleThe lives of many are busy, busy, busy. To take the time to read The Bible has been put on the back burner. Here are some tips to help get back on track reading the greatest book in the world.
Believing in God. Reading the Bible as a Child Not a ScholarOn my journey with God, I have noticed that people seem to have His name on their lips when they get into trouble. Why? I am a believer. I read the Bible. But I look at what the Bible says as if I were still a child.
A Journey from Catholicism to Evangelical ChristianityA Testimonial & Biblical Reference- How to Get in the Habit of Reading Your BiblePeople often have a hard time reading the Bible regularly. Here is a tip on how to get in the habit of reading your Bible.
- How to Read the BibleIn learning how best to read the Bible, you will understand which version is best for your needs and be able to read through the Bible in a more meaningful way.
- Reading the Bible and How it Feeds the Christian SpiritFruits, vegetables and meats are food to the physical body. Trivia and other mental challenges are food for the mind. The word of God is food for the Christian spirit.
- How to Read Through the Entire Bible in a YearAs this is the time for New Year's Resolutions, many Christians determine to read their Bibles more as we start a new year.
- Getting Gods AttentionTired of restless nights, tired of things not going right, tired of our prayers not getting answered.
- Muslim Man Who Raped Muslim Woman as "Punishment" for Reading the Bible Sentenced to Five Years52 year old Abdul Reda Al-Shawany was sentenced to prison for raping a woman as "punishment" for reading a Bible. This is just one of an emerging epedimic of rapes in the West by immigrant Muslim men for ethnic and religious reasons.
- How to Read the BibleI argue for a middle position between Biblical literalism and cultural relativism. Making use of Paul's classic argument, I argue that to sacrifice the view of Christ as the one true path is to make Christ's death and resurrection in vain.
- Why You Should Read the Bible, Even If You're Not ReligiousSome of us had to read the Bible in Sunday School and may not ever want to even see it again. But some of us have never really been exposed to the Bible, just others' interpretations of it. Here's why reading it for yourself is a good idea.
- A Belief in Human Values and Love, Not Religion or GodNews of eminent atheist Christopher Hitchens’ death triggered a revisit to days when my life was simple, believed that the bible was the word of God, and when religious faith was a part of my life.
- Learning to Trust GodMost of my life I have had a long distance relationship with God. I used to wake up each day, figure out what was going on and determine whether I had to ask God for anything. I
- The November SkiesThe November skies is blessing us with colder weather and with a cloudburst of rain and snow. Time to put more covers on the bed. Chicken soup simmering in the stock pot.
- Who Are the Real True Children of God?If you are looking to a title or group label to figure out if you are a true Child of God, you are looking in the wrong place.
- GodQuestions we made about our religion, Is there really a God? Why are we here? God within ourselves...
- The Religion DrugMany times people turn to drugs and alcohol when scared, lost, or depressed, but people are turning to religion for the same reasons. Life can be hard and scary at times, and it is natural to want to find comfort and religion does just that. It is why...
- A Collection of Biblical Verse and Personal Commentary by John EA contemporary approach towards selectively reading verses from the Bible and reasons why I chose them.
- What is God Like?We see evidence of God all around us, but what is He like?
God and the InternetThe internet is available to every, so is God. The reasons for using the internet are many and the reasons for getting to know God is also personal. The connection between both are clearly drawn in this article.
Fully ConvincedAre you fully convinced in your own mind about your relationship with Jesus? Or do you let someone else's mind convince you? Paul, who was sent by Jesus to teach us, told us to be fully convinced in our own minds.- Four Bible Verses to Inspire Your Closer Walk with ChristDraw closer to God by reading God's word, talking to him and making a relationship with Him.
- Ingredients of GrowthA summary of some of the things I'm learning in church
- Do We Need Religion?Religion is a cultural universal but the consumer age has thrown up barries to this ancient need. Increasingly, consumerism is becoming the dominant religion, with dire mental health consequences.
Anne Askew Burned at the Stake, 1546Anne Askew had been sentenced to die in one of the more horrible ways imaginable. But she had a friend who helped her to a speedy death.- How to Use and Choose a Bible CoverA Bible cover is like a purse. You need to choose one based on your preferences and intended use. Learn tips for finding the perfect cover for your favorite Bible.
- Christianity is NOT a ReligionCatholicism is a religion. Eastern Orthodox is a religion, Presbyterian is a religion, Baptist is a religion, Lutheran is a religion, and there are many other "denominations" which claim to be Christian, but Christianity is not a Religion.
- Tips and Ideas to Help Your Children Become Interested in GodChildren are dependent upon their parents, in their eyes, more so then they are in God. Having no need for God, as they see it, is part of the problem. Developing an interest in God can be done with the right direction and foreknowledge.
When God Talks BackSome question God's existence because he doesn't speak as he did during ancient times, but God still speaks.
Calling Wrong RightWhat matters the Bible is clear on, we should defend fiercely.- Explaining Christianity to Your Children - a Simple Guide for Normal Parents #3Virtue only has significance through its effect on others. One cannot love God without loving others. Connectedness is the last of the three foundational principles that make everything make sense.




