Modern Evangelism: Mistake #7

Modern Evangelism: Mistake #7: "Modern evangelism makes false converts by mistaking a physical act like walking an aisle and repeating a prayer as true conversion."



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Modern Evangelism: Mistake #6

Modern Evangelism: Mistake #6: "Modern evangelism has failed to proclaim that man first has to be lost before he can be saved. A man needs to be awakened to see his need of Christ before the remedy can be applied."



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The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: Before Sin.

The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: Before Sin.: "Before Adam and Eve sinned, they were two happy, naked vegetarians. Immediately after eating the fruit God commanded them not to eat, they were naked and ashamed. In an effort to cover their shame, they sewed fig leaves together. When God found them in the garden, He slaughtered the first animal in history to make skins to cover Adam and Eve."



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Obama Calls Homosexuality One of Our 'Fundamental Freedoms' - Minutemen News

Obama Calls Homosexuality One of Our 'Fundamental Freedoms' - Minutemen News: "President Barack Obama has elevated the right to have sex with a member of the same sex to the level of universal “fundamental freedoms” in a new presidential statement criticizing Uganda. But critics say his promotion of homosexuality in a continent that overwhelmingly opposes that behavior amounts to a form of liberal “cultural imperialism.”"



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The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: The 10 Signs!

The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: The 10 Signs!:



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Duck Dynasty Family Grants Make-A-Wish for Girl with Rare Disease, ’I'm Not Afraid To Die…Because I Know I’m Going To Heaven' (VIDEO) : TV : breathecast

Duck Dynasty Family Grants Make-A-Wish for Girl with Rare Disease, ’I'm Not Afraid To Die…Because I Know I’m Going To Heaven' (VIDEO) : TV : breathecast: "Zoe Kerly is among one of every 10 million children who suffer from a rare disease called pulmonary hypertension and now she is getting help from Duck Dynasty.
"Some days you can look at her and it's just impossible to believe that she's sick," said her mother Star Kerly to KAIT-TV. "It takes your breath away in more ways than one, this disease does. It's evil.""



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How Jesus changed my life

How Jesus changed my life: "This is the story of how I found God and what a difference he has made in my life. I am in most peoples minds that know me, just an average person, with an uneventful ordinary life. I thought I was a good person, because there seemed to be so many people that were worse than me."



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Words of Comfort: Knowledge! — www.onthebox.us

Words of Comfort: Knowledge! — www.onthebox.us: "Some skeptics see the word “knowledge” in Gen. 3:5 (in ref. to the T=tree of the knowledge of good and evil) and conclude that God wants to prohibit man from having knowledge. They claim God likes people to be ignorant and unthinking, but they fail to consider what it is a knowledge of. But their sin brought evil into the world, and once mankind knew both good and evil, he had to choose between the two."



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Are The Gospels Written By Eyewitnesses? | Cold Case Christianity

Are The Gospels Written By Eyewitnesses? | Cold Case Christianity: "J. Warner Wallace, author of Cold-Case Christianity, was interviewed by Bobby Conway (The One Minute Apologist) and discussed the status of the gospel authors. Are there any good reasons to believe these authors were truly eyewitnesses? (For more information related to Bobby’s great ministry, visit: http://oneminuteapologist.com/)"



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Share the Gospel

Share the Gospel: "God has laid these verses on my heart as His cry to a dark and dying world. This world is in desperate need of a Savior. I can envision Jesus crying out for people to turn to him. Come to me! I will give you rest! My burden is easy! He pleads with unbelievers to come to him. He offers to remove their burdens of sin, guilt, shame, pain, and offers rest in return"



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Principles for Personal Evangelism | the6c

Principles for Personal Evangelism | the6c: "Below is an ever-growing list of practical suggestions, tips, and easy habit changers that help develop in us an evangelistic lifestyle. These entries do not replace our responsibility to verbally communicate the gospel, but they encourage opportunities for witness. The list will continue to expand weekly with ideas, so check back often for inspiration in your evangelistic efforts"



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Is hell real? by spease

Is hell real? by spease: "There has been a lot of talk lately about the existence of hell and if it is really forever.  In a  recently written book by Michigan mega church pastor Rob Bell, Bell states that if hell exists, it can't be for eternity."



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Spreading the Gospel of Jesus

Spreading the Gospel of Jesus: "Matthew 28:19 says 9 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,"



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5 Lessons Christians Can Learn From the Lives of Ruth and Billy Graham

5 Lessons Christians Can Learn From the Lives of Ruth and Billy Graham: "A new book on Ruth and Billy Graham contains many lessons today's Christians can learn from the couple.

"There were so many books – several hundred – on the ministry and life of Billy Graham, but a real biography of the couple I could not find," Hanspeter Nuesch, 30-year director of Campus Crusade for Christ in Switzerland, told The Christian Post in an interview on Thursday. Nuesch explained that "Ruth played an important role in his ministry – she was his life partner in everything." His new book, Ruth and Bill Graham: The Legacy of a Couple, was released last month."



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evangelism | Devotions For Disciples

evangelism | Devotions For Disciples: "If laying down your life meant that you could see people come to Christ, would you do it? And if so, would you be overjoyed to do so? When I read this scripture I think to myself, “I wish I could be as dedicated to the gospel as Paul was.” The truth is, as we walk with Jesus, He will transform us in the same way as Paul. The more we say yes to Jesus, the less we will care for the things of this world and the more we will treasure what is eternal. Even to the point of losing our lives."



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Laurie Roth - Christlam: Merging Christianity with Islam

Laurie Roth - Christlam: Merging Christianity with Islam: "Rarely do people these days speak spiritual or political truth, especially if they perceive they might be rejected, attacked or lose power. Instead, we see Christian and political posers who have the cookie cutter look of Christianity and conservatism. Let’s see…’Show real faith and imagine yourself in that Jaguar’ ‘social gospel’ ‘self esteem’ gospel ‘many ways to God gospel.’ "



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Jesus Bigger than Olympic Bronze or Gold for Kelly Clark, US Snowboarder

Jesus Bigger than Olympic Bronze or Gold for Kelly Clark, US Snowboarder: ""It's very easy in the world of competitive sports to be defined by what you do. I found that God's really into what's in your heart. He just wants your heart. It's been a great privilege to pursue my dreams and pursue God at the same time." –Kelly Clark"



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Christian group says they can’t take sides against sin | Christian Issues

Christian group says they can’t take sides against sin | Christian Issues: "Here is the title of the article “ Thrivent Declares It Won’t Take Sides on Abortion, Gays, or Guns”.  The guns they can be neutral on if they want, it is not a sin to own a gun.  The problem with the not taking sides on Abortion and Gays is that these things are sins. "



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Suicide Bomber Instructor Accidently Blows Up Entire Class in Iraq | Christian News Network

Suicide Bomber Instructor Accidently Blows Up Entire Class in Iraq | Christian News Network: "BAGHDAD – A suicide bomber instructor in Iraq accidently set off his own explosives during a training on Monday, killing himself and his entire class of would-be terrorists."



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The Mystery of His Love | Daily Devotion | BGEA

The Mystery of His Love | Daily Devotion | BGEA: "No human experience can fully illustrate the imputed righteousness of God, as conceived by His infinite love. It is a mystery-incomprehensible and inexplicable. Like the mystery of the sun’s heat and light, we cannot measure it or explain it, and yet we could not live without it. Writing of the mystery of completed righteousness, Paul said, “We speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, even the hidden wisdom, which God ordained before the world unto our glory. ."



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What is a Christian?

What is a Christian?: "Answer: A dictionary definition of a Christian would be something similar to “a person professing belief in Jesus as the Christ or in the religion based on the teachings of Jesus.” While this is a good starting point, like many dictionary definitions, it falls somewhat short of really communicating the biblical truth of what it means to be a Christian. The word “Christian” is used three times in the New Testament (Acts 11:26; 26:28; 1 Peter 4:16). Followers of Jesus Christ were first called “Christians” in Antioch (Acts 11:26) because their behavior, activity, and speech were like Christ. The word “Christian” literally means, “belonging to the party of Christ” or a “follower of Christ.”"



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I am a Catholic. Why should I consider becoming a Christian?

I am a Catholic. Why should I consider becoming a Christian?: "Answer: First, please understand that we intend no offense in the wording of this question. We genuinely receive questions, from Catholics, along the lines of “What is the difference between Catholics and Christians?” In face-to-face conversations with Catholics, we have literally heard, “I am not a Christian, I am Catholic.” To many Catholics, the terms “Christian” and “Protestant” are synonymous. With all that said, the intent of this article is that Catholics would study what the Bible says about being a Christian and would perhaps consider that the Catholic faith is not the best representation of what the Bible describes. As a background, please read our article on “What is a Christian?”"



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Are baptism and communion means of grace?

Are baptism and communion means of grace?: "Answer: Quite simply, baptism and communion are separate from grace and are not a means to it. It would be more proper to say the ordinances of the church are the signs of grace, not the means of grace.

Baptism is the outward expression of an inner change. It is an act of obedience after salvation has occurred. The examples of baptism in Scripture all show that baptism happened after the person was born again (e.g., Acts 8:26–39). Being immersed in water (or being sprinkled with water) cannot change a person’s heart; that is the Spirit’s work. “The Spirit gives life” (2 Corinthians 3:6)."



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Question of the Week

Question of the Week: " The Olympics represent the pinnacle of athleticism, training, and competitiveness, going all the way back to ancient times. The apostle Paul used illustrations from the world of athletics in several of his letters. In three Epistles, he used the image of all-out racing to urge vigorous and lawful pursuit of spiritual growth and service. Four times Paul spoke of his own growth and service in terms of his own such race."



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Thrivent Declares It Won't Take Sides on Abortion, Gays, or Guns | Gleanings | ChristianityToday.com

If you can't take sides against sin, what is the point of being a Christian group?



Thrivent Declares It Won't Take Sides on Abortion, Gays, or Guns | Gleanings | ChristianityToday.com: "Nearly two months after attempting to calm a controversy by suspending funds to both pro-life and pro-choice groups, a major Christian financial services organization has declared a neutral stance on social matters that "have the potential to distract" from its focus on Christian stewardship and generosity.
The first three? Abortion. Sexual orientation. Guns."



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Bible "Mistakes" & "Errors" - YouTube

Bible "Mistakes" & "Errors" - YouTube: ""



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The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: Different Accounts?

The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: Different Accounts?: "Some skeptics claim that chapters 1 and 2 are contradictory. However, a close reading shows there is no contradiction. Genesis 1 gives the day-by-day account of the entire creation week, whereas Gen. 2 gives the details of man’s creation on the sixth day. "



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US Olympian slams ‘ridiculous’ gay luge ad - Crossmap Christian News | World

US Olympian slams ‘ridiculous’ gay luge ad - Crossmap Christian News | World: "SOCHI, February 11, 2014 (LifeSiteNews.com) - A member of the American luge team in Sochi is furious over an ad produced by a Canadian homosexual advocacy group, saying the attempt to portray doubles luging as sexually suggestive in order to promote "gay rights" is "ridiculous" and "sad.""



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John L. Allen, Jr., author of "The Global War on Christians,": Anti-Christian Violence Detailed in Hearing Calling for Filling of Religious Freedom Post - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries

John L. Allen, Jr., author of "The Global War on Christians,": Anti-Christian Violence Detailed in Hearing Calling for Filling of Religious Freedom Post - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries: "The worst anti-Christian pogrom of the 21st century has come not from Islamic extremists but from Hindu nationalists in India, an expert told a hearing in which U.S. President Barack Obama was challenged to quickly fill a key religious freedom post."



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Study; Christians are the world's most persecuted religious group - Living Faith - Home & Family - Catholic Online

Study; Christians are the world's most persecuted religious group - Living Faith - Home & Family - Catholic Online: "religious group
By Catholic Online (NEWS CONSORTIUM)
2/10/2014
Catholic Online (www.catholic.org)
Persecution against Christians reported in 110 countries


A new study by the Pew Research Center found that restrictions, harassment and intimidation towards people of faith increased in every major region of the world in 2012 with the exception of the Americas. Interestingly, the study found that Christians are more likely to be persecuted worldwide than any other religious group."



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Christianity in England is becoming an anachronism. Nearly half of Britons have no idea where to find story of Creation or Jesus! - International - Catholic Online

Christianity in England is becoming an anachronism. Nearly half of Britons have no idea where to find story of Creation or Jesus! - International - Catholic Online: "Goodbye Christianity, it was nice having you around, but it looks like the atheists have won. According to a report in the Daily Mail, a dwindling fraction of British children have any specific knowledge of the Bible and the Archbishop of Canterbury warns that the Church of England is now just a generation away from extinction."



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'LiveStrong' Christianity

'LiveStrong' Christianity: "A couple months back I wrote about Reader's Digest Christianity, and how it reduced the Christian faith to pithy, easily-achievable goals that ensure our personal improvement. Here, I have a different (though depressingly similar) target: "LiveStrong" Christianity. LiveStrong bracelets are today even more popular than the infamous WWJD bracelets were 10 years ago, despite the public fall from grace of their namesake, Lance Armstrong."



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ON CHRISTIANITY | NWAonline

ON CHRISTIANITY | NWAonline: "DEAR REV. GRAHAM: Did God put something inside us that’s supposed to tell us what’s right and what’s wrong? If He did, then why do some people not even seem to have a conscience? They go out and do terrible things without even thinking.

A.M. DEAR A.M.: Yes, God did put within each of us a sense of right and wrong - what we usually call our conscience. In fact, one reason we feel guilty when we do wrong is because our conscience is speaking to us. The Bible urges us to pursue things that come “from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith” (1 Timothy 1:5)."



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The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: The Titanic

The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: The Titanic: "The story of the Titanic has incredibly close parallels to the biblical plan of salvation. Just as the great pleasure ship struck an iceberg and sank, this great world— with all its inhabitants—is slowly sinking into the cold grip of death. As with the Titanic, where only those passengers who believed that they were in impending danger looked to the lifeboats, so only those who
believe that they are in mortal danger will look to the Lifeboat of the Savior, Jesus Christ. The
great “iceberg” that will take the world to an icy grave is the Moral Law—the Ten Commandments."



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Why Doesn't God Answer All My Prayers? | Cold Case Christianity

Why Doesn't God Answer All My Prayers? | Cold Case Christianity: "If the Christian God exists, why doesn’t he consistently answer the prayers of his followers? The prayers of devout, deserving Christians go unanswered every day. Are these unanswered prayers evidence that the Christian God simply does not exist? What does the Bible teach about the nature of prayer? Are there some prayers that God simply will not answer?"



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The Comfort Zone: Word of Comfort: Mistakes and the Bible.

The Comfort Zone: Word of Comfort: Mistakes and the Bible.: "It has seeming mistakes, which, when investigated with a humble heart, prove to be our mistakes, not God’s. The death of Judas, the day Adam died, the “two” creations, the last words of Jesus, etc., all have simple explanations for those who are seeking truth. However, the majority of those who ask these questions are not seeking answers"



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Husband of Pregnant Canadian Brain Dead Woman to Keep Wife on Life Support Until Baby Born | Christian News Network

Husband of Pregnant Canadian Brain Dead Woman to Keep Wife on Life Support Until Baby Born | Christian News Network: "VICTORIA, Canada – A Canadian man whose pregnant wife has been declared brain dead has raised over $140,000 in his desire to keep his wife on life support until their baby is able to be delivered."



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Obama: Religious Freedom ‘Key Objective’ for Foreign Policy, National Security

Obama: Religious Freedom ‘Key Objective’ for Foreign Policy, National Security: "President Obama pledged to continue promoting freedom of religion worldwide and called for the release of prisoners of conscience at the National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday.
“History shows that nations that uphold the rights of their people, including the freedom of religion, are ultimately more just and more peaceful, and more successful,” Obama said. “Nations that do not uphold these rights sow the bitter seeds of instability and violence and extremism, so freedom of religion matters to our national security.”"



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Albert Pujols - I am Second

Albert Pujols - I am Second: "Albert Pujols grew up watching his father play softball in the Dominican Republic. He would sit next to him on the team bus travelling from town to town pitching for the local team. But never did Albert dream that, one day, he would find himself rising to become one of Major League Baseball’s greatest players. "



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Josh Turner - I am Second

Josh Turner - I am Second: "Performing at the Grand Ole Opry. Country Music Award nominations. Touring across the country. For Josh Turner these are the culminations of dreams planted in him long ago."



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In Touch Ministries > Broadcast > Today on Radio

In Touch Ministries > Broadcast > Today on Radio: "If we want God to do great things in and through our lives, why do we see so little real change? Dr. Stanley says your faith will be strengthened when you believe God is who He says He is and will do what He promises to do. But a number of factors may cause our faith to falter. This teaching will show you the causes and consequences of wavering faith, and will provide you with disciplines to help you stand firm when your faith is tested"



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Biblical forgiveness, should we always forgive

Biblical forgiveness, should we always forgive: "One of the most important things you can do, as a Christian in your walk to follow Jesus Christ is to practice forgiveness for everyone who has harmed you. Forgiveness is not easy; it’s one of the most difficult things you must do because it’s against human nature."



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Evangelism, how to do it

Evangelism, how to do it: "There are 2 main reasons why all Christians need to embrace evangelism. The first is Jesus told his disciples, which we all are if we are followers of Jesus, to go out and and make disciples of everyone else. The second reason is we don't want anyone to spend eternity in hell because they didn't understand why they need Jesus, and what they need to do to avoid going to hell."



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Why Young People Aren't Reading the Bible...and How to Change That - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries

Why Young People Aren't Reading the Bible...and How to Change That - Crossmap Christian News | Church & Ministries: "A new book explores the reasons why most young people never read the Bible and looks at some techniques used by highly successful youth ministries.

70% of young people never read the Bible. This is one of the findings of a major piece of research commissioned by Bible Society Australia and presented in a new book called, 'The Bible According to Gen Z.' Conducted in Australia but relevant globally, the research focuses on 'Generation Z' - young people born between 1995 and 2009. "



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Christian Residents Cheer as Thousands of Muslims Flee Capital of Central African Republic | BCNN1 – Black Christian News Network

Christian Residents Cheer as Thousands of Muslims Flee Capital of Central African Republic | BCNN1 – Black Christian News Network: "Thousands of Muslims fled for their lives from the capital of Central African Republic on Friday, climbing aboard trucks guarded by heavily armed Chadian forces. One man who fell off a truck was subsequently killed and his body mutilated, highlighting the savagery faced by those Muslims who stayed behind."



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Christian News Headlines

Christian News Headlines: "No one enjoys being criticized. It’s a bruise to our egos and frustrating when our best efforts are being slammed. But not all criticism is bad. In fact, the Bible tells us, “wounds from a friend can be trusted” (Prov. 27:6). If you’re a leader—whether it be in a business, church, community, or anywhere else—you have the responsibility to talk to your critics and respond thoughtfully to their complaints and concerns."



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Baby Saved From Late-Term Abortion When Car Dies on the Way to the Clinic | LifeNews.com

Baby Saved From Late-Term Abortion When Car Dies on the Way to the Clinic | LifeNews.com: "Anyone involved in the pro-life movement has seen a myriad of reasons why women change their mind about having an abortion. But this may be the first time a couple considering an abortion have changed their mind because their car died.

Baby Roman was 18 weeks along when his parents went to Planned Parenthood last July for an abortion. They were told Roman was too late in pregnancy to be legally killed in an abortion and were directed to an abortion clinic in New Jersey that does late-term abortions."



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The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: Evolution is a fact.

The Comfort Zone: Words of Comfort: Evolution is a fact.: "“Evolution is a proven fact.”

The burden of proof lies with the believer in evolution, but there is no proof because nothing can be observed. How can that which supposedly happened millions of years ago be observed?  It is all founded on faith in men’s ideas, old bones, and in fallible dating methods. If you don’t believe that, seewww.evolutionVsGod.com and let evolutionary experts tell you."



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For God and Country: Christian Athletes to Watch in Sochi | Christianity Today

For God and Country: Christian Athletes to Watch in Sochi | Christianity Today: "t's as dependable as the Olympic Flame. Every two years the world's best athletes convene in a single city to compete for the honor of their countries, their families, and, for some, their God."



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Media Ignores Chick-fil-A's Christian Charity in Ice Storm

Media Ignores Chick-fil-A's Christian Charity in Ice Storm: "Two years ago Chick-fil-A made national headlines when company president Dan Cathy spoke out in support of traditional marriage.  Liberals and gays came unglued and launched massive protests against the restaurant chain.  Several mayors spoke out saying they would not allow any more Chick-fil-As to be built in their cities.  They tried boycotting the Christian owned company, but that backfired.  Instead, Chick-fil-A had a world record day with many locations selling out of food to the hundreds of thousands of supporters."



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