This document summarizes three stories that illustrate God's protection of believers:
1. Lolita Jackson survived the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center after feeling a supernatural calmness and following instructions that saved her life, while one of her colleagues who did not follow her died.
2. Auburn football player Eric Etheridge avoided paralysis after a collision by divine intuition that kept him from moving until help arrived, despite instincts telling him to get up.
3. Pastors and authors discuss biblical examples and theological perspectives on God protecting those who walk in faith and obedience until their purpose is complete, noting many believers have experienced protection from harm.
The document discusses Jesus' family fleeing to Egypt to escape King Herod's decree to kill all baby boys in Bethlehem. It provides three key details:
1) An angel appeared to Joseph in a dream and told him to flee to Egypt with Mary and the infant Jesus to escape Herod's plan to kill Jesus.
2) Egypt was a natural place of refuge since it was near Bethlehem and had a large Jewish population, making it beyond Herod's jurisdiction.
3) God providentially protected Jesus by having His family flee persecution, demonstrating His care even over His own Son during His vulnerable infant stage.
“I learned to love Jesus more than my own parents” That is Jesus, the son of Mary the word of truth about” (which they are in dispute.” (Qur’ân 19:34 Jesus has been mentioned by name 25 times in the Qur’ân while Prophet Muhammad has been mentioned by name just five times. Additionally, the nineteenth chapter of the Qur’ân was named after the Virgin “Mary” while there is no chapter in the Qur’ân bearing the name of Prophet Muhammad’s mother, any of his wives or daughters. It is also noteworthy that Mary is the only woman mentioned by name in the Qur’ân. She is described in the most .honorable way as one chosen and favored over all women : Allāh says And [mention] when the angels said, “O Mary, indeed” Allāh has chosen you and purified you and chosen you ( 3:42 ) “.above the women of the worlds It is also noteworthy that Mary is the only woman .mentioned by name in the noble Qur’ân And the Qur’ân mentions that fair-minded Christians are : closest to the Muslims You will find the nearest of them in affection to the believers” those who say, "We are Christians." That is because among them are priests and monks and because they are not arrogant.” (5:82)
Achieve a greater understanding of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus during this glorious season of the year with 7 daily readings from NIV Scripture passages that examine the Passion narratives in the Gospels.
Dean Braxton had an experience where he died and went to heaven. When he first arrived before Jesus, Jesus told him "No, it is not your time. Go back." Dean went back to earth but had to pass through a thick darkness filled with demons on the way. The second time before Jesus, Dean was again told to go back, this time more firmly. Dean cried as he had to return to earth. The third time, Jesus told him sternly "NO, IT IS NOT YOUR TIME. GO BACK!" and Dean cried like a baby. At the time, Dean was experiencing severe pain in his side from kidney stones while at work. He decided to go home but collapsed on his way out.
This document is a newsletter from Our Saviour Lutheran Church that includes several articles and announcements. The main article discusses how Abraham Lincoln overcame hardship as a boy by repeatedly reading a small selection of books, most notably the Bible. It notes that Lincoln credited his mother and the books he read with shaping his character. The newsletter encourages readers to similarly focus on reading a few good books regularly. Other sections announce upcoming church events, including a family project series and vacation bible school.
The disciples saw Jesus walking on the sea and thought He was a ghost. They were distressed while rowing against the wind. Jesus saw them struggling and came to them, saying "Take heart, it is I. Do not be afraid." Though obstacles arise and faith is tested, Jesus is always with His followers to strengthen and comfort them.
This 7-day reading plan explores Jesus’ claims, his deity, and offers thoughts demonstrating that he is the Messiah by Lee Strobel, a former atheist. Devotional thoughts
are drawn from Lee’s own experiences and feature a journalistic style from his days as an investigative reporter with the Chicago Tribune. The plan is perfect for those engaged in a thorough search for the truth to decide if Jesus was who he claimed to be.
All devotions are drawn from The Case for Christ
Study Bible.
Dumitru Duduman, a Romanian pastor, had a vision where an angel told him that America would burn. The angel showed Dumitru visions of California, Las Vegas, New York, and Florida burning in one day. The angel said this would happen because of America's sin, including divorce, adultery, homosexuality, abortion, and others in the churches. The angel also said that when America thinks it is at peace, Russia will bomb America's nuclear warehouses from Cuba and other countries, causing America to burn. However, God will save those who turn to Him like He saved people in the Bible from fires.
The document discusses Jesus' family fleeing to Egypt to escape King Herod's decree to kill all baby boys in Bethlehem. It provides three key details:
1) An angel appeared to Joseph in a dream and told him to flee to Egypt with Mary and the infant Jesus to escape Herod's plan to kill Jesus.
2) Egypt was a natural place of refuge since it was near Bethlehem and had a large Jewish population, making it beyond Herod's jurisdiction.
3) God providentially protected Jesus by having His family flee persecution, demonstrating His care even over His own Son during His vulnerable infant stage.
“I learned to love Jesus more than my own parents” That is Jesus, the son of Mary the word of truth about” (which they are in dispute.” (Qur’ân 19:34 Jesus has been mentioned by name 25 times in the Qur’ân while Prophet Muhammad has been mentioned by name just five times. Additionally, the nineteenth chapter of the Qur’ân was named after the Virgin “Mary” while there is no chapter in the Qur’ân bearing the name of Prophet Muhammad’s mother, any of his wives or daughters. It is also noteworthy that Mary is the only woman mentioned by name in the Qur’ân. She is described in the most .honorable way as one chosen and favored over all women : Allāh says And [mention] when the angels said, “O Mary, indeed” Allāh has chosen you and purified you and chosen you ( 3:42 ) “.above the women of the worlds It is also noteworthy that Mary is the only woman .mentioned by name in the noble Qur’ân And the Qur’ân mentions that fair-minded Christians are : closest to the Muslims You will find the nearest of them in affection to the believers” those who say, "We are Christians." That is because among them are priests and monks and because they are not arrogant.” (5:82)
Achieve a greater understanding of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus during this glorious season of the year with 7 daily readings from NIV Scripture passages that examine the Passion narratives in the Gospels.
Dean Braxton had an experience where he died and went to heaven. When he first arrived before Jesus, Jesus told him "No, it is not your time. Go back." Dean went back to earth but had to pass through a thick darkness filled with demons on the way. The second time before Jesus, Dean was again told to go back, this time more firmly. Dean cried as he had to return to earth. The third time, Jesus told him sternly "NO, IT IS NOT YOUR TIME. GO BACK!" and Dean cried like a baby. At the time, Dean was experiencing severe pain in his side from kidney stones while at work. He decided to go home but collapsed on his way out.
This document is a newsletter from Our Saviour Lutheran Church that includes several articles and announcements. The main article discusses how Abraham Lincoln overcame hardship as a boy by repeatedly reading a small selection of books, most notably the Bible. It notes that Lincoln credited his mother and the books he read with shaping his character. The newsletter encourages readers to similarly focus on reading a few good books regularly. Other sections announce upcoming church events, including a family project series and vacation bible school.
The disciples saw Jesus walking on the sea and thought He was a ghost. They were distressed while rowing against the wind. Jesus saw them struggling and came to them, saying "Take heart, it is I. Do not be afraid." Though obstacles arise and faith is tested, Jesus is always with His followers to strengthen and comfort them.
This 7-day reading plan explores Jesus’ claims, his deity, and offers thoughts demonstrating that he is the Messiah by Lee Strobel, a former atheist. Devotional thoughts
are drawn from Lee’s own experiences and feature a journalistic style from his days as an investigative reporter with the Chicago Tribune. The plan is perfect for those engaged in a thorough search for the truth to decide if Jesus was who he claimed to be.
All devotions are drawn from The Case for Christ
Study Bible.
Dumitru Duduman, a Romanian pastor, had a vision where an angel told him that America would burn. The angel showed Dumitru visions of California, Las Vegas, New York, and Florida burning in one day. The angel said this would happen because of America's sin, including divorce, adultery, homosexuality, abortion, and others in the churches. The angel also said that when America thinks it is at peace, Russia will bomb America's nuclear warehouses from Cuba and other countries, causing America to burn. However, God will save those who turn to Him like He saved people in the Bible from fires.
William Branham expresses his gratitude for the new building constructed for Branham Tabernacle. He recalls how 30 years ago, the land was a muddy pond that he dedicated to God. Over time, the "pond lily" of the church pushed through the mud and water to blossom. Branham thanks all who contributed their love, devotion and labor to make the building possible. Though the structure is beautiful, the true beauty is in the consecrated lives of God's people who worship there. He hopes the building and congregation will be fully dedicated to God.
The document describes a vision of impending worldwide economic chaos and recession. It predicts:
- Economic confusion will strike first in Europe and then globally, affecting currencies and trade.
- A few prosperous years will precede a deep recession, providing time to eliminate debts.
- Major bankruptcies of corporations, credit companies, small businesses, and some churches will occur.
- People will rush to buy rural land for self-sufficiency as cities face trouble. Unions will be in a dilemma over striking. Speculators and some builders will suffer losses if they have not prepared. Not even gold will provide security in the coming troubles.
This document provides an introduction and overview of Guideposts Outreach, a nonprofit interfaith ministry dedicated to helping people achieve their spiritual and personal potential through inspirational publications and programs. It was founded in 1945 by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale and his wife Ruth Stafford Peale. Guideposts Outreach distributes inspirational literature free of charge to organizations serving those in need. The introduction is written by Chaplain John Owen and discusses lessons he learned from serving as the chaplain for the Navy football team about faith, commitment, sacrifice and teamwork.
William Miller (1782-1849) studied the Bible intensely and became convinced that Jesus would return around 1843. He began preaching this message, and the Millerite movement grew to 50,000-100,000 followers. When Jesus did not return as expected on October 22, 1844, this was known as the "Great Disappointment". Some Millerites, including Hiram Edson and Joseph Bates, began exploring Scripture further and developed the foundational doctrines of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, such as the heavenly sanctuary and Sabbath. Ellen White experienced visions that provided guidance and biblical interpretation to the developing movement. The Seventh-day Adventist Church was officially organized in 1863.
Jesus calms a storm on the Sea of Galilee. According to the Gospel of Mark, Jesus and his disciples were crossing the sea when a storm arose. The disciples woke Jesus, afraid they would perish. Jesus rebuked the wind and said to the waves "Quiet! Be still!" The wind then died down and there was a great calm. Commentaries discuss how this event demonstrated Jesus' power over nature and his divine authority. It showed that even in times of danger, Jesus provides protection and tranquility for his followers through faith.
My deepest desire and intent for making this article is to equip the church (God’s flock) with basic apologetics. I hope that this will be a tool for pre-evangelism with the uninformed and for post-evangelism with the misinformed. God forbid that this will be used as a weapon for ungodly debates and futile discussions. Yes! Doctrine and Theology matter, but Relationships matter, as well. Let’s start speaking the Truth in love and continue to love speaking the Truth! Jesus, be exalted in our minds and hearts!
david-wilkerson-set-the-trumpet-to-thy-mouth-pdf david wilkersonKaturi Susmitha
This document is an introduction to a book that warns of imminent judgment and destruction coming to America through fire. It references prophecies from the Bible about God judging nations through fire. The introduction argues that America fits the description of modern Babylon in Revelation that will be destroyed suddenly in one hour. It claims America will be wiped out by a hydrogen holocaust and few will escape this divine judgment for the nation's sins and turning away from God. The author believes he has been called as a watchman to blow the trumpet and warn of America's coming destruction.
This is a study of Jesus as the greatest prophet. It is debated by many, but the Bible is clear, and even Islam agrees that He is the greatest of all prophets.
This document provides an overview of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters in history. It killed over 200,000 people across 14 countries. The tsunami was caused by an earthquake along the fault line between the India and Burma tectonic plates. When the plates shifted during the earthquake, it displaced massive amounts of seawater and generated huge waves that devastated coastal areas. The document discusses how tectonic plate movement under the oceans can cause both earthquakes and tsunamis, and the devastating power of the 2004 event. It aims to provide background on tsunamis and their geological causes.
This document discusses the meaning of friendship and love on Valentine's Day. It defines best friend as the most excellent person and friend as someone you know well and like. The history of St. Valentine's Day is explored, with different accounts of its origins. Types of love and gifts for Valentine's Day are presented. Quotes on the importance of friendship from various authors are shared. Spiritual ways of combating loneliness through connecting with others, volunteering, and focusing on God are recommended. The greatest friend is said to be Jesus due to his love, forgiveness, sacrifice, and knowledge of God.
The document is an introduction to a book about the seven longings of the human heart. It discusses how God intentionally designed humans with universal longings or cravings that can only truly be satisfied by God. These longings include being enjoyed by God, fascination, beauty, greatness, intimacy without shame, being wholehearted, and making a deep impact. When fulfilled in God, these longings bring pleasure and satisfaction, but when pursued through counterfeit means they leave people empty. The introduction explores how understanding these God-given longings can help people find purpose and victory in life.
This document provides an overview and table of contents for a book about the role of a seer. The book is divided into five sections that discuss understanding the seer realm, spiritual discernment, dreams, visions and other heavenly realms, intimacy as the goal, and includes a seer devotional section. Some of the chapter topics include the differences between seers and prophets, the diversity of visionary states, discerning spirits, levels of supernatural visions, and standing in the council of God. The book aims to help readers navigate the pathways of developing as a prophetic person.
Jesus was using mary magdalean as a messingerGLENN PEASE
This is a study of Jesus using Mary Magdalene as a messenger. She was the first to see the risen Christ and He sent her to tell the Apostles that He was alive and would meet them later.
Dreams & mysteries notes blessing and cursingKaturi Susmitha
This document discusses various famous curses throughout history like the Curse of the Bambino and the Curse of the Hope Diamond. It then explores blessings and curses in the Bible, noting that curses came into the world through Adam and Eve's sin but that Jesus took curses upon himself. It explains that blessings and curses come from words and can set spiritual forces in motion. Blessings were God's original intent for humanity to subdue the earth. The document encourages speaking blessings over oneself to counter curses and live freely under God's blessings.
restoring-the-tabernacle-of-david scott maccounaughtKaturi Susmitha
This document is about restoring prophetic praise and worship through the Tabernacle of David. It discusses how rock music led to idol worship in the 1960s-70s and how various genres of music today are even darker. However, when believers come into agreement through pure worship led by the Spirit, it can overcome the pollution of millions engaged in carnal worship. The goal is restoring Davidic-style worship so God can draw all people to himself as he restores the Tabernacle of David.
The document summarizes an experience where the author was transported supernaturally by the Holy Spirit from Florida to a prayer mountain in South Korea and back again. While in Korea, she met a man who had been interceding for her and a meeting she was to speak at in Florida. This experience highlighted for her the power of intercession and prayer. She went on to speak powerfully at the women's retreat in Florida under the anointing of the Holy Spirit, with many people receiving healings and breakthroughs through the prayers of her intercessors. The experience affirmed the biblical basis of being transported by the Spirit as seen in Acts 8 with Philip the evangelist.
This document provides an overview of the book "The Azusa Street Revival" which examines the roots and history of Pentecostalism beginning with the revival at Azusa Street in 1906. It discusses how Pentecostalism traces its origins to the early church in Jerusalem but developed over centuries through various Christian movements and revivals until culminating with the outbreak of speaking in tongues and spiritual manifestations at Azusa Street that helped launch Pentecostalism as a global religious movement in the 20th century. The introduction provides context on what Pentecostalism is and how it has grown internationally to hundreds of millions of adherents worldwide.
The document discusses the importance of unity among Christians. It begins by citing the old saying "United we stand, divided we fall" and references to unity in the Bible. The passage from Psalms 133 describes unity as "good and pleasant" and likens it to precious oil running down Aaron's beard. Next, it states that while union means agreeing to overlook differences, unity requires being of the "same mind and judgment." Finally, it argues that unity provides blessings, like protection from falling to compromise or denominationalism, and imagines how powerful the church could be if all had the unity God commands.
This document discusses the origins of Oral Roberts' concept of "Seed-Faith" which teaches that faith can be planted like a seed to receive blessings from God. It describes how Roberts discovered this after raising money for a pastor's home by giving his week's salary. A donor told Roberts his gift was a "seed" of faith to meet his own needs, inspiring Roberts. The document outlines the three key principles of Seed-Faith: 1) God is the source, not people. 2) Give to receive blessings. 3) Expect a miracle harvest from God in response to seeds sown through faith. It provides biblical support and examples of applying these principles.
Fabian Ricardo Barahona Guzman is a 20-year-old systems engineer student currently studying at Universidad del Tolima in Colombia. He lives in Ibague with his mother and brothers, though he previously lived in Cali for a time before returning to Ibague to finish his studies. In his spare time, he enjoys playing and watching football as a fan of Club Deportes Tolima, going to their stadium wearing blue and with his favorite number seven.
1. The document provides guidance on conducting a technical and commercial evaluation when developing a new casting for a customer. It outlines important factors to consider such as standards, material properties, drawings, quantity, pattern equipment, and quality control.
2. Key steps in the evaluation process include understanding the customer's requirements, calculating accurate costs based on all production factors, and ensuring all specifications are clear and agreed upon before submitting an offer.
3. The evaluation allows the supplier to systematically develop any new casting and understand what the customer wants to avoid later problems.
William Branham expresses his gratitude for the new building constructed for Branham Tabernacle. He recalls how 30 years ago, the land was a muddy pond that he dedicated to God. Over time, the "pond lily" of the church pushed through the mud and water to blossom. Branham thanks all who contributed their love, devotion and labor to make the building possible. Though the structure is beautiful, the true beauty is in the consecrated lives of God's people who worship there. He hopes the building and congregation will be fully dedicated to God.
The document describes a vision of impending worldwide economic chaos and recession. It predicts:
- Economic confusion will strike first in Europe and then globally, affecting currencies and trade.
- A few prosperous years will precede a deep recession, providing time to eliminate debts.
- Major bankruptcies of corporations, credit companies, small businesses, and some churches will occur.
- People will rush to buy rural land for self-sufficiency as cities face trouble. Unions will be in a dilemma over striking. Speculators and some builders will suffer losses if they have not prepared. Not even gold will provide security in the coming troubles.
This document provides an introduction and overview of Guideposts Outreach, a nonprofit interfaith ministry dedicated to helping people achieve their spiritual and personal potential through inspirational publications and programs. It was founded in 1945 by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale and his wife Ruth Stafford Peale. Guideposts Outreach distributes inspirational literature free of charge to organizations serving those in need. The introduction is written by Chaplain John Owen and discusses lessons he learned from serving as the chaplain for the Navy football team about faith, commitment, sacrifice and teamwork.
William Miller (1782-1849) studied the Bible intensely and became convinced that Jesus would return around 1843. He began preaching this message, and the Millerite movement grew to 50,000-100,000 followers. When Jesus did not return as expected on October 22, 1844, this was known as the "Great Disappointment". Some Millerites, including Hiram Edson and Joseph Bates, began exploring Scripture further and developed the foundational doctrines of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, such as the heavenly sanctuary and Sabbath. Ellen White experienced visions that provided guidance and biblical interpretation to the developing movement. The Seventh-day Adventist Church was officially organized in 1863.
Jesus calms a storm on the Sea of Galilee. According to the Gospel of Mark, Jesus and his disciples were crossing the sea when a storm arose. The disciples woke Jesus, afraid they would perish. Jesus rebuked the wind and said to the waves "Quiet! Be still!" The wind then died down and there was a great calm. Commentaries discuss how this event demonstrated Jesus' power over nature and his divine authority. It showed that even in times of danger, Jesus provides protection and tranquility for his followers through faith.
My deepest desire and intent for making this article is to equip the church (God’s flock) with basic apologetics. I hope that this will be a tool for pre-evangelism with the uninformed and for post-evangelism with the misinformed. God forbid that this will be used as a weapon for ungodly debates and futile discussions. Yes! Doctrine and Theology matter, but Relationships matter, as well. Let’s start speaking the Truth in love and continue to love speaking the Truth! Jesus, be exalted in our minds and hearts!
david-wilkerson-set-the-trumpet-to-thy-mouth-pdf david wilkersonKaturi Susmitha
This document is an introduction to a book that warns of imminent judgment and destruction coming to America through fire. It references prophecies from the Bible about God judging nations through fire. The introduction argues that America fits the description of modern Babylon in Revelation that will be destroyed suddenly in one hour. It claims America will be wiped out by a hydrogen holocaust and few will escape this divine judgment for the nation's sins and turning away from God. The author believes he has been called as a watchman to blow the trumpet and warn of America's coming destruction.
This is a study of Jesus as the greatest prophet. It is debated by many, but the Bible is clear, and even Islam agrees that He is the greatest of all prophets.
This document provides an overview of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters in history. It killed over 200,000 people across 14 countries. The tsunami was caused by an earthquake along the fault line between the India and Burma tectonic plates. When the plates shifted during the earthquake, it displaced massive amounts of seawater and generated huge waves that devastated coastal areas. The document discusses how tectonic plate movement under the oceans can cause both earthquakes and tsunamis, and the devastating power of the 2004 event. It aims to provide background on tsunamis and their geological causes.
This document discusses the meaning of friendship and love on Valentine's Day. It defines best friend as the most excellent person and friend as someone you know well and like. The history of St. Valentine's Day is explored, with different accounts of its origins. Types of love and gifts for Valentine's Day are presented. Quotes on the importance of friendship from various authors are shared. Spiritual ways of combating loneliness through connecting with others, volunteering, and focusing on God are recommended. The greatest friend is said to be Jesus due to his love, forgiveness, sacrifice, and knowledge of God.
The document is an introduction to a book about the seven longings of the human heart. It discusses how God intentionally designed humans with universal longings or cravings that can only truly be satisfied by God. These longings include being enjoyed by God, fascination, beauty, greatness, intimacy without shame, being wholehearted, and making a deep impact. When fulfilled in God, these longings bring pleasure and satisfaction, but when pursued through counterfeit means they leave people empty. The introduction explores how understanding these God-given longings can help people find purpose and victory in life.
This document provides an overview and table of contents for a book about the role of a seer. The book is divided into five sections that discuss understanding the seer realm, spiritual discernment, dreams, visions and other heavenly realms, intimacy as the goal, and includes a seer devotional section. Some of the chapter topics include the differences between seers and prophets, the diversity of visionary states, discerning spirits, levels of supernatural visions, and standing in the council of God. The book aims to help readers navigate the pathways of developing as a prophetic person.
Jesus was using mary magdalean as a messingerGLENN PEASE
This is a study of Jesus using Mary Magdalene as a messenger. She was the first to see the risen Christ and He sent her to tell the Apostles that He was alive and would meet them later.
Dreams & mysteries notes blessing and cursingKaturi Susmitha
This document discusses various famous curses throughout history like the Curse of the Bambino and the Curse of the Hope Diamond. It then explores blessings and curses in the Bible, noting that curses came into the world through Adam and Eve's sin but that Jesus took curses upon himself. It explains that blessings and curses come from words and can set spiritual forces in motion. Blessings were God's original intent for humanity to subdue the earth. The document encourages speaking blessings over oneself to counter curses and live freely under God's blessings.
restoring-the-tabernacle-of-david scott maccounaughtKaturi Susmitha
This document is about restoring prophetic praise and worship through the Tabernacle of David. It discusses how rock music led to idol worship in the 1960s-70s and how various genres of music today are even darker. However, when believers come into agreement through pure worship led by the Spirit, it can overcome the pollution of millions engaged in carnal worship. The goal is restoring Davidic-style worship so God can draw all people to himself as he restores the Tabernacle of David.
The document summarizes an experience where the author was transported supernaturally by the Holy Spirit from Florida to a prayer mountain in South Korea and back again. While in Korea, she met a man who had been interceding for her and a meeting she was to speak at in Florida. This experience highlighted for her the power of intercession and prayer. She went on to speak powerfully at the women's retreat in Florida under the anointing of the Holy Spirit, with many people receiving healings and breakthroughs through the prayers of her intercessors. The experience affirmed the biblical basis of being transported by the Spirit as seen in Acts 8 with Philip the evangelist.
This document provides an overview of the book "The Azusa Street Revival" which examines the roots and history of Pentecostalism beginning with the revival at Azusa Street in 1906. It discusses how Pentecostalism traces its origins to the early church in Jerusalem but developed over centuries through various Christian movements and revivals until culminating with the outbreak of speaking in tongues and spiritual manifestations at Azusa Street that helped launch Pentecostalism as a global religious movement in the 20th century. The introduction provides context on what Pentecostalism is and how it has grown internationally to hundreds of millions of adherents worldwide.
The document discusses the importance of unity among Christians. It begins by citing the old saying "United we stand, divided we fall" and references to unity in the Bible. The passage from Psalms 133 describes unity as "good and pleasant" and likens it to precious oil running down Aaron's beard. Next, it states that while union means agreeing to overlook differences, unity requires being of the "same mind and judgment." Finally, it argues that unity provides blessings, like protection from falling to compromise or denominationalism, and imagines how powerful the church could be if all had the unity God commands.
This document discusses the origins of Oral Roberts' concept of "Seed-Faith" which teaches that faith can be planted like a seed to receive blessings from God. It describes how Roberts discovered this after raising money for a pastor's home by giving his week's salary. A donor told Roberts his gift was a "seed" of faith to meet his own needs, inspiring Roberts. The document outlines the three key principles of Seed-Faith: 1) God is the source, not people. 2) Give to receive blessings. 3) Expect a miracle harvest from God in response to seeds sown through faith. It provides biblical support and examples of applying these principles.
Fabian Ricardo Barahona Guzman is a 20-year-old systems engineer student currently studying at Universidad del Tolima in Colombia. He lives in Ibague with his mother and brothers, though he previously lived in Cali for a time before returning to Ibague to finish his studies. In his spare time, he enjoys playing and watching football as a fan of Club Deportes Tolima, going to their stadium wearing blue and with his favorite number seven.
1. The document provides guidance on conducting a technical and commercial evaluation when developing a new casting for a customer. It outlines important factors to consider such as standards, material properties, drawings, quantity, pattern equipment, and quality control.
2. Key steps in the evaluation process include understanding the customer's requirements, calculating accurate costs based on all production factors, and ensuring all specifications are clear and agreed upon before submitting an offer.
3. The evaluation allows the supplier to systematically develop any new casting and understand what the customer wants to avoid later problems.
Universidad regional-autã³noma-de-los-andes-uniandesSilvia Jaramillo
El documento describe la anatomía del hígado y las vías biliares. El hígado se encuentra en la parte superior derecha de la cavidad abdominal, debajo del diafragma. Tiene forma cónica y color marrón rojizo oscuro. Está constituido por parenquima y cápsula de Glisson. Sus funciones incluyen el almacenamiento, filtración y metabolismo, así como la secreción y excreción de bilis. Las vías biliares incluyen los conductos intrahepáticos y extrahepáticos.
Thiamin, also known as vitamin B1, is a water-soluble vitamin that is involved in many chemical reactions in the body. Common food sources of thiamin include whole grains, meat, fish, and fortified breads and cereals. Thiamin deficiency can cause a disease called beriberi and results in weakness and impairment of nervous, muscle, gastrointestinal and cardiovascular systems. While thiamin deficiency is now rare in developed countries, those at highest risk include individuals who abuse alcohol, have certain gastrointestinal diseases, or eating disorders.
Herlocher's Dipping Mustard will be featured for the first time in Penn State's main campus dining halls. The mustard, which is fat-free, gluten-free, and salt-free, has been part of the Penn State community for decades when Neil Herlocher served it in local restaurants in the 1970s-1980s. On October 20th, Herlocher's mustard will debut in a "Campfire Favorites" themed dinner in the dining commons. Interim Director of Pollock Dining Commons Jim Richard praised the mustard for its health benefits and versatility. Herlocher's hopes to continue its longstanding relationship with Penn State students.
El documento presenta una charla sobre innovación didáctica en las aulas. Se define la innovación didáctica y se explica cómo generarla e identificar las diferencias entre innovación tecnológica y didáctica. Además, se describen las características de los docentes innovadores, cómo ambientar las aulas para fomentar la innovación y por qué es importante documentar y compartir experiencias pedagógicas. Finalmente, se resumen los pedidos que los docentes innovadores realizan a las autoridades educativas para apoyar la innovación.
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Dokumen ini membahas tentang pengertian hari akhir dan tanda-tandanya. Hari akhir adalah hari ketika manusia dibangkitkan untuk dihisab dan diberi pembalasan, tanpa hari selanjutnya. Tanda-tandanya dibagi menjadi tanda kecil dan besar, dengan contoh tanda kecil seperti munculnya orang yang mengaku nabi palsu, banyaknya gempa bumi, pendeknya waktu, dan maraknya per
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protectinghand
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flung bats and foul balls at
baseball outings.
“As long as I’m with
my dad, I’m OK,” he told
the Ocala Star-Banner in
Ocala, Fla.
Dale Evrist, pastor
of New Song Christian
Fellowship in Nashville,
Tenn., and author of a
book on God’s protec-
tion of believers called
The Mighty Hand of God,
would agree.
When Evrist saw the
photo of Shaun stretching
out to shield his son—who
was looking down at his
dad’s phone when Pirates
outfielder Danny Ortiz’s
face from
an errant
baseball bat
at a March 5
spring train-
ing game
between
the Atlanta
Braves and
the Pittsburgh Pirates
quickly went viral on so-
cial media.
If a picture is really
worth a thousand words,
surely none of those
words were as rich in
meaning as what Landon
Cunningham, a 9-year-old
Braves fan, said about the
prospects of danger from
T
he picture of Shaun
Cunningham’s
outstretched arm
shielding his young son’s
HANDOFPROTECTION
THE FATHER’S
Within God’s
will, the believer
can live boldly,
fearlessly
ABOVE:
Shaun
Cunningham
deflects a flying
bat, saving his
son, Landon,
from certain
injury.
INSET:
An instant later,
the bat is past
the boy.
by
Jerry
Pierce
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carry my name before the
Gentiles and kings and
the children of Israel.”
Although Paul and all
the other apostles except
for John died as martyrs,
Paul’s life had God’s pro-
tection amid shipwrecks,
a stoning, beatings, ven-
omous snakes and other
threats until his work
as a missionary was ful-
filled. He suffered but was
not crushed.
Evrist notes: “When
the servant of God walks
in faith and obedience,
they are indestructible
until God’s plan for them
has come to completion.”
WHERE PRAYER AND
PROTECTION MEET
Steve Gaines, pastor of
Bellevue Baptist Church
in suburban Memphis,
admits he doesn’t com-
prehend why God allows
evil in one place—he
mentioned the church
shooting in Charleston,
S.C., last June as an
example—yet stops it
in another.
But he’s grateful in
those times of protection,
all the same.
Gaines is adamant
about the role of prayer
fighting for Israel as
He divides the Red
Sea as a means of
their escape from the
pursuing Egyptian
army. Though often
stiff-necked, Israel is
God’s chosen vehicle
for bringing forth
the Messiah.
• In Joshua 2, God re-
wards a fearful and
repentant prostitute,
Rahab, for her faith-
fulness in hiding
the Hebrew spies by
sparing her and her
family while the rest of
Jericho perishes.
• In 1 Samuel 7, the
Lord observes Israel’s
repentance from idol
worship and blesses
them with victory
and protection over
the Philistines for the
rest of the Prophet
Samuel’s life.
• Psalm 91 waxes ef-
fusive about God’s
protection, charac-
terizing the Lord as
a refuge, shelter and
dwelling place, an
avenger and a sav-
ing source.
In Acts 9:15, the Lord says
that Paul “is a chosen
instrument of mine to
bat went flying toward
the stands—he almost
immediately thought of
theological parallels.
“If an earthly father’s
instinct in protecting his
child enables that father
in a split second to ward
off a projectile coming at
his son to do him harm,
and if we serve the God
and the Father of the
How Much More, then
how much more will
your heavenly Father give
good things?” Evrist told
Decision, quoting from
Matthew 7:11. “He knows
the bat’s coming. He’s the
helicopter over the pa-
rade. He declares the end
from the beginning.”
Evrist acknowledges
that God’s plan often
allows suffering, and
sometimes tragic death,
yet God’s economy seems
to allow for more pro-
tections from natural
calamities and human
evils than the believer
likely realizes.
Scripture is full of
instances in which God
protected His people—
always with His divine
purposes in mind.
• In Exodus 14:21-31,
God is described as
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kept him from entering
the service.
“I don’t understand
it,” Gaines said. “And yet
I do believe that we are
to pray for protection. …
In no way do I think we
prayed better than some
other group of people
who experienced trage-
dy. But I do believe that
all Christians ought to
engage in fervent prayer
for protection.”
Gaines said authorities
believe the man was delu-
sional, and it was unclear
what his motives were, but
Gaines is certain the po-
tential for bloodshed was
averted.
The right response to
such protection, Gaines
said, is thanksgiving
and praise.
“The Bible says in
Psalm 127, ‘Unless the
Lord builds the house,
they labor in vain who
build it. Unless the Lord
guards the city, the watch-
man keeps awake in vain’
(NASB). Ultimately, the
Lord is our protector.”
RIGHT ALIGNMENT,
RIGHT ASSIGNMENT
The character of God
is on full display in the
6,000 people each Sunday,
a greeter noticed a man
carrying what looked like
a partially concealed pis-
tol. She quickly notified
a security officer, who
stopped the man. After a
brief conversation with
the man, the off-duty
Memphis policeman
discovered that a bag the
man was carrying con-
tained a rifle and a large
amount of ammunition.
All the while, the third
service was delayed in
starting because a woman
had fallen and was re-
ceiving medical attention
near the sanctuary exit
the man was attempting
to enter. Her accident
in the life of believers. He
authored a book study,
Pray Like It Matters,
which is used in churches
across the country. And he
is certain prayer mattered
on Easter at Bellevue.
Some 75 people gath-
ered the Saturday before
Easter to plead for the
safety and spiritual con-
dition of each person
attending Easter services
the next day. Such prayer
over each seat in the wor-
ship center is a weekly
work of a small but com-
mitted team of church
members.
Prior to the final ser-
vice March 27 at Bellevue,
which draws more than
“When the servant of
God walks in faith and
obedience, they are
indestructible until
God’s plan for them has
come to completion.”
—Pastor Dale Evrist
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trepidation amid Jackson
and her colleagues, Jack-
son felt an overwhelming
sense of peace cover her
like a blanket: “From that
moment on, God was a
very real presence to me,
as though He were hold-
ing my hand throughout
my entire escape.”
As the group descend-
ed the stairs, Jackson
found herself walking
window. She was waiting
for her turn to speak, but
at 8:46, horrific sights
overtook her senses and
captivated everyone in the
room.
American Airlines
flight 11 crashed into
the North Tower. This
screeching, flaming mass
of destruction would
change thousands of
lives—including Jack-
son’s.
Every-
one in the
conference
room had
been present
during the
1993 bomb-
ings, so they
wasted no
time in mov-
ing toward
the stairs.
While
there was
A LIFE SPARED
DURING A
NATIONAL TRAGEDY
Lolita Jackson had a
thriving career in the
financial industry and had
worked in the Twin Tow-
ers for several years. She
was there in 1993 when
the World Trade Center
was bombed, but noth-
ing earthly could have
prepared her for what she
would experience eight
years later.
On a clear Tues-
day morning—Sept. 11,
2001—Jackson attended a
departmental meeting in
a 70th floor South Tower
conference room, which
boasted a panoramic view
and faced the southern
portion of the North
Tower.
From where she sat,
she had a clear view to the
outside world through the
GLIMPSES OF GOD’S
SOVEREIGNTY
Three stories of the Father’s Hand of Protection
by Joy Allmond
Lolita Jackson
speaks at
Christian
conferences
and events
around the
country.
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Once she was two blocks
away, she turned around
to take in the chaos and
destruction around her.
As she stood in the
middle of the street—still
in shock—a man, whom
she knew, approached her
and urged her to get on a
subway, since she lived in
Manhattan and those sub-
ways were still running.
A few minutes later—at
9:50—she walked down
the subway stairs to catch
what she would find out
later was the last train
home.
At 9:59 the first build-
ing collapsed.
Had Jackson not taken
the man’s stern warn-
ing, she could have been
trapped and suffocated by
the smoldering ashes or
struck by crashing debris.
She later learned that
her colleague Robert—
who had stayed on the
59th floor to call his
wife—was killed. Just
minutes after Jackson
entered an elevator to go
to the skylobby, Robert
had followed suit.
The second plane hit
the building while Robert
was on the elevator, snap-
ping the elevator cable.
fall over. Jackson believed
she was going to die; yet,
she had a supernatural
calmness in her spirit.
“I knew that if I were
to die at that moment, I
would be OK and would
go to Heaven. I had
never viscerally felt that
before,” she said. “Then
the building righted itself
and I absolutely knew I
was going to get out. I was
perfectly calm.”
After the building
settled, everyone around
Jackson gravitated toward
the same staircase. She
was immediately re-
minded—from her 1993
experience—that the
escape would be slowed
if everyone attempted to
use the same exit route,
so she opened the door to
a different staircase and
signaled for others to join
her there.
Several dozen people
accompanied her as she
descended the staircase
closest to the point of
impact.
Jackson was out of the
building at 9:26. She
heeded instructions to
refrain from looking up or
using her cellphone, and
to simply keep walking.
with a colleague named
Robert as he unsuccess-
fully tried to call his
wife from the staircase,
which was surrounded by
concrete.
Once Jackson, Robert
and the others reached
the 59th floor, they were
instructed to exit the
staircase and take the
elevator to the 44th floor
“skylobby.”
Robert wanted to
continue trying to get in
touch with his wife, so
he told Jackson he was
slipping into an empty
office to find better phone
reception. As she started
to accompany him, she
heard a voice say, Don’t go
with him!
She knew—without a
doubt—that she heard the
voice of God.
Jackson then took the
elevator to the 44th floor
skylobby, where she saw
hundreds of her building
mates awaiting further
instructions. At 9:03, the
second plane struck the
World Trade Center—this
time, their building.
The South Tower
moved a few feet in one
direction and the building
felt as though it would
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thought that entered
my mind was Jesus. All
I could say was, ‘Jesus,
Jesus, Jesus.’”
Several minutes later,
Etheridge was carried off
the field on a stretcher
as he gave a thumbs-up,
signaling that he was
coherent and eliciting
cheers from the fans.
It was discovered at
the hospital that Ether-
idge suffered a cracked
fifth vertebrae and torn
ligaments in his neck. But
more important, it was
also discovered that the
supernatural intuition
that kept Scott lying still
also kept Etheridge from
permanent paralysis—or
worse.
Because that day
marked an intensely trau-
matic moment in his life,
Etheridge doesn’t like to
re-live it. But at the same
time, he can’t help but tell
During a game against
the Ole Miss Rebels in
Auburn’s Jordan-Hare
Stadium, Etheridge—then
a safety for the Tigers—
collided with Rebels run-
ning back Rodney Scott.
As a result of the
collision Etheridge landed
on top of Scott and was
not moving. Both instinct
and training tell football
players to get up off the
ground as quickly as
possible. But Scott had a
counterintuitive sense to
lie still.
“I waited for him to get
up, but I just think it was
God in me telling me not
to move,” remembered
Scott. “That’s all it could
have been—God making
me wait.”
The crowd in the stadi-
um was stunned to silence
as they gazed at what ap-
peared to be two lifeless
bodies. Players from both
teams knelt in prayer as
medical personnel rushed
the field to examine
Etheridge and Scott.
“A lot of people
thought I was un-
conscious, but I was
awake the whole time,”
Etheridge said. “I felt
everything. But the first
Jackson realized that if
she had not heeded God’s
protective instruction not
to go with Robert, she
would have died in that
elevator.
“The realization of
that—of God clearly
keeping me out of harm’s
way—changed me forev-
er,” she said.
“In the darkest
moment I knew He was
right there, and that is
something I always know,
every day.” D
JACKSON’S STORY WAS ADAPT-
ED FROM THE BOOK MIRACLES
BY ERIC METAXAS.
RUNNING BACK HEARS
GOD, BRINGS ‘SAFETY’
TO OPPONENT
Like many mothers
who fear life-altering
injury, Cassandra Kelly
never wanted her kids to
play football.
But her son, Zac
Etheridge, not only played
football, he was recruited
by one of the country’s
top programs, Auburn
University.
And on Oct. 31, 2009,
Kelly’s worst fear ap-
peared to come true.
ABOVE
Zac Etheridge
and Rodney Scott
lie on the field
after their
collision on
Oct. 31, 2009.
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of Pehe, it appeared as
though the American
missionaries took the side
of the Gios,” said Kim.
“Harboring our friends
was a split-second deci-
sion we had to make, but
we didn’t regret it. And in
the moment, you realize
how much power one
split-second decision can
have over your future.”
Shortly after the Ab-
ernethys barricaded their
friends inside, it became
dark, and the angry mob
that followed John grew
to more than 400 people.
The mob surrounded
their home, demanding
they give over the “trai-
tor.”
Mark and Nancy Shep-
pard, the visiting couple,
also had three children.
The situation became so
dire that the four adults
covered the window in
one of the bedrooms and
placed all six children un-
wait for the bus that would
take them on a two-hour
trip back to the Liberian
border town where they
lived.
While they waited for
the bus, a local heard John
talking to his son in their
Gio dialect. The Krahn
tribesman pointed his
finger at John and said, “I
know you. You killed my
mother. You are Gio. You
will die today.”
That’s all it took to
start a frenzy. Within
minutes, John, who was
innocent, and his son
were surrounded by a
mob threatening to kill
them. Someone broke up
the crowd long enough
to allow John and his
son to get a head start on
running back to the Ab-
ernethys’ house—where
they were having dinner
with another missionary
family.
As the two Gio men
approached the mission-
aries’ house, Kim heard
yelling getting louder as
the people from the bus
stop were running behind
them. Once John and his
son were inside, she closed
and locked the door.
“To the townspeople
of the Father’s great love
and protection.
“My mother has always
loved the Lord. And she’s
always prayed for me,”
said Etheridge. “There’s
no doubt that God heard
her many prayers for me
and protected me because
of them.”
A DRAMATIC MISSION-
ARY RESCUE IN THE
AFRICAN BUSH
It was 1991, and the
Liberian civil war—begun
largely due to a conflict
between the Gio and
Krahn tribes—was at full
throttle.
Missionaries Jeff and
Kim Abernethy were liv-
ing with their three young
daughters in Pehe, Ivory
Coast—the town of the
Krahn tribe—to minister to
Liberian refugees.
Their friend John, a
man born into the Gio
tribe, traveled with his son
to visit the Abernethys in
Pehe. After several hours
with his American friends,
John and his son walked
back to the main road to
PHOTOGRAPH: COURTESY OF KIM ABERNETHY