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2009-07-04T15:57:00.000-04:00

Can Christians Alone Be Saved?
"I am the way, the truth and the light, no one comes to the Father but by me," said Jesus. Does this mean that only Christians can be saved?

2009-07-03T11:08:00.000-04:00

The Face and the Figure of Jesus
With the possible exception of the cross, the figure of Jesus is the central symbol of Christianity. This, despite the fact that no one knows what Jesus looked like. Contemplating this symbol can not only deepen your appreciation of Christianity, it can be a central part in the enrichment of your personal faith.

Pierre Teillard de Chardin's "Picture of Jesus."

2009-07-02T12:40:00.000-04:00

The Ten Most Popular Prayers of All Time
Well, actually, we've got twelve. But since two of today's most popular prayers may not be on the list tomorrow, let's call it ten. My selections include all time favorite and familiar prayers like the Lord's Prayer, the Serenity Prayer, and the Prayer of St. Francis, along with the contemporary, and very popular prayer of Jabez and the Jelly Bean Prayer.

More prayers: some less popular but more powerful

2009-07-01T09:17:00.000-04:00

Bible Dictionary -- World Wide Web Version
This classic reference work contains nearly 4000 entries providing definitions for the most frequently used words, proper names and place names in the Bible.

2009-05-11T18:01:00.006-04:00

Don't Forget Father's Day
The date and meaning of Father's Day. With thoughts, prayers and readings for and about Dad.

2009-05-11T17:48:00.001-04:00

All About Pentecost

The date and meaning of Pentecost, Christianity's most neglected holiday.

The date of Pentecost for 2009 through 2020

The Complete Calendar of the Christian Year

The Roman Catholic Liturgical Calendar

Books about Pentecost

Books about Pentecostalism

2009-05-11T17:28:00.000-04:00

Father's Day: The Fatherhood of God
What Jesus learned from this own father, and why that matters.

Also: Father's Day Prayers
Prayer, poetry, and famous quotations for the day, some inspirational, some humorous, some thought provoking.

2009-04-29T08:00:00.000-04:00

Will the real Mother's Day Please Stand Up?
Many people see Mother's Day as a secular holiday, designed by the greeting card industry, promoted by restaurants, beloved by florists. Some clergy agree, objecting to the commercialism of the holiday. Does Mother's Day have religious meaning? If so what is it? Just consider the witness of its founder, Anna Jarvis.

Mother's Day Prayers, poetry, and thoughts for the day.

When is Mother's Day 2009?
The date and meaning of the day.

Books on or about Mother's Day

And now that we're thinking about it ....
When is Father's Day 2009?

2009-03-27T11:12:00.004-04:00

A Life is a Terrible Thing to Waste!

Where is the "right to life" movement when we need it? Recent research shows that the average American is spending more than eight hours every day in front of an LCD screen, and more than five hours sitting passively in front of a television set. When one spends nearly one third of one's available time in any activity (and I am not sure that TV viewing can be described as an "activity") then it is not too harsh to suggest that one is involved in an addiction. The latest research shows that television viewing is America's drug of choice. It's may also be the greatest destroyer of the hearts, and especially the minds of the people. Literally, an angel of death. It is a form of slavery, scandalous and shocking in the "land of the free and the home of the brave." Read more.

2009-03-11T11:07:00.000-04:00

An Illuminated Easter
The Easter story as told by stained glass artists in some of the most beautiful churches of Europe and North America

2009-03-11T09:14:00.001-04:00

What is the Date of Easter 2009?
And other basics about Christianity's most important holiday.

Also, use our Easter Date Calculator to find the date of Easter in any year.

Prayers and Readings for Easter

2009-03-11T03:17:00.002-04:00

Easter ...

Easter Recipes

2009-02-20T17:41:00.001-05:00

What Would Jesus Eat?
Do Faith Based Weight Loss Programs Really Work?
One of the benefits of recession, research shows, is a tendency for people to lose weight, believe it or not, as they cut down on eating out at restaurants or comsuming calorie rich foods. That said, in times of boom or bust, it's always good policy to care for one's own health. In this context, I notice that the Christian weight loss industry is still booming, even in the midst of this recession. But do spiritually based diet programs actually work? Here's my take on what works and what doesn't.

And ... a helpful chart to guide you down the isles of the supermarket: Good Food To Eat and Why

New! A Spiritual Weight Loss Plan

2009-02-19T10:10:00.000-05:00

Christian and/or Spiritual Weight Loss Books
Check our guide for the latest books at the lowest prices now.

2009-02-12T04:45:00.000-05:00

Christians Celebrate Charles Darwin and Evolution
On this the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin's birthday,and despite loud, attention grabbing protests from some who prefer blind belief to an enlightening faith, we are remineded of the tremendous contributions of Darwin to our understanding. Those scientific findings that have followed from Darwin's groundbreaking research have enhanced rather than diminsihed genuine faith. Hence it is no suprise that Christians around the world are joining with people of all faiths, as well as those with none, in remembering Darwin and his prodigious contributions to the advancement of human knowledge!

2009-01-21T12:05:00.000-05:00

What is Heaven?
There are at least four major strands of thought in the Bible and in Christian tradition contributing to contemporary notions of heaven. We look at each.

2009-01-21T10:58:00.000-05:00

Do Christians Make Better Lovers?
As Valentine's Day approaches, we'd all like a little more love in our lives. Young or old, single or married, gay or straight. But is it possible the one's spiritual life may in fact open a door that leads to a more satisfying love life. I think it can! Here's why.

2009-01-21T08:41:00.000-05:00

Poems, Prayers, Readings, and Quotations For Your Valentine
Having trouble coming up with the perfect note for the one you love? .... or just want to impress on the upcoming holiday? Try this collection of thoughts, some famous and some not, to spark your imagination.

2009-01-09T09:25:00.001-05:00

Dr. King: The Voice and the Vision
A full set of resources to help celebrate the civil rights leader. Including photos, prayers, readings, an updated version of one of his best sermons, links to the top King sites on the net and ...

The full text of the "Dream" speech with helpful footnotes and the audio file that you can download to your computer.

Prayers and Dr. King
Letter from the Birmingham Jail
Best selling books about Martin Luther King, Jr.
Holiday Celebration Resources

2008-12-29T17:59:00.002-05:00

Top Religion News Stories of the Year
Perhaps not surprisingly, the presidential campaign was the source of the top three news stories about religion in 2008 according to a survey of journalists covering the topic.

Click here for a list of the top ten religion news stories of the year.

However, already public attention has moved on.
Click here for the top stories about religion now. (Our list is updated hourly!)

2008-12-27T11:00:00.005-05:00

Faith Profile Test
Before you know where you're headed, you need to know where you've been. This is true whether you're traveling to England or toward enlighenment. Try our faith profile test and find out where you are coming from, right now at the beginning of the New Year.

2008-12-27T09:07:00.000-05:00

Prayers for the New Year

2008-12-26T07:27:00.000-05:00

Hitch Your Wagon To A Star
Epiphany: Is It A Yonder Star We Follow, or An Inner Light

2008-12-18T08:00:00.000-05:00

Why Are There Twelve Days of Christmas?
Hint: It's An Epiphany

2008-12-15T08:14:00.000-05:00

Last Minute Christmas
You're running out of time. But you still want to buy a Christmas present for a friend or loved one that conveys the spirit of this holiday, as well as your good feelings for the recipient. All of these CD's, books, and DVD's, can be purchased with a click of two of your mouse, and will not break your budget. We even can suggest a terrific present that won't cost you a cent.

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