Islamists Bomb Christmas Services Throughout Nigeria

Islamists Bomb Christmas Services Throughout Nigeria: "Five bombs exploded on Christmas Day at churches in Nigeria, one killing at least 27 people, raising fears that Islamist militant group Boko Haram – which claimed responsibility – is trying to ignite sectarian civil war."

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Lao Officials: Give Up Your Faith or Face Eviction

Lao Officials: Give Up Your Faith or Face Eviction:

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'Twas the Day After Christmas - sermon by Dr. Ray Pritchard - December 1999

'Twas the Day After Christmas - sermon by Dr. Ray Pritchard - December 1999: "Our text tells us how to celebrate Christmas. In its most literal sense, this passage describes the various responses of people to the birth of Christ. In his sermon on this passage, Charles Spurgeon points out that certain activities fit certain periods of the year. In our own culture Christmas means holly and mistletoe, parties, gifts, carols, eggnog, big meals, a decorated tree, and last-minute shopping."

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Pray On!

Pray On!: "God always has a purpose for being silent. I learned this lesson back in college.

One day during my senior year, I prepared to pray over a situation that would impact my future. But as I got on my knees, I felt as if God was suddenly gone. For three days and nights, His presence seemed miles away."

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In Touch Ministries > Resources > 30 Life Principles

In Touch Ministries > Resources > 30 Life Principles: "When Dr. Stanley was a young man, one week spent with his grandfather charted the course for more than 50 years of preaching God's Word. During those few days, he learned the first of 30 foundational truths that guide his life and ministry to this day."

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The Occurrence of the Virgin Birth

The Occurrence of the Virgin Birth: "Matthew’s explanation of the significance of the virgin birth came within the revelatory dream God gave to Joseph. Such extraordinary, direct communication evidently occurred while Joseph slept. Matthew does not record any detail of Joseph’s immediate reaction, except to say that he woke up and obeyed the angel’s instructions:"

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The Virgin Birth and Prophecy

The Virgin Birth and Prophecy: "At the time of Mary’s pregnancy, the idea of a virgin birth was not completely foreign to the Jews’ understanding of their Scripture. Although they misinterpreted it, many of the rabbis exegeted Jeremiah 31:22 (“a woman shall encompass a man”) in a way that suggested the Messiah would have an unusual birth."

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Pakistani Christians Face Alienation, Discrimination This Christmas | Fox News

Pakistani Christians Face Alienation, Discrimination This Christmas | Fox News: "ISLAMABAD- In one of Pakistan’s poorest neighborhoods Christmas lights are going up while artists paint holiday scenes on concrete walls. The decorations do little to mask the trash and sewage that litter the ground."

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Many Republicans believe Mormonism is a non-Christian faith | HeraldNet.com - Nation/World

Many Republicans believe Mormonism is a non-Christian faith | HeraldNet.com - Nation/World: "WASHINGTON — A new poll suggests that Mitt Romney's faith could play a role in the 2012 Republican nominating race, with a sizable part of respondents saying they believe that Mormonism is a non-Christian faith."

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Year in Review 2011 from a Christian's Viewpoint - Bangor Christianity | Examiner.com

Year in Review 2011 from a Christian's Viewpoint - Bangor Christianity | Examiner.com: "The year of 2011 is coming to a close. The church corporate is in a deep slumber that has lasted some 50 years. A revival is needed for this country to survive without God's wrath sweeping the land. Here are the views of Christians as the year of 2011 comes to a close. Tell me from these views how the church is being taught the straight and inerrant Word of God:"

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