“The Culpeper community faced a tragedy (Kelsey Orndorff’s death) in August it won’t soon forget.” – Culpeper Star Exponent
“And you shall remember that the LORD your God led you all the way these forty years in the wilderness, to humble you and test you, to know what was in your heart, whether you would keep His commandments or not.” (Deuteronomy 8:2)
What were the top 10 highlights and low points for you personally in 2008?
In keeping with the annual tradition begun last year, I’m going to share the top ten spiritual …

Fear of the Lord and hunger for the things of God go hand in hand!
“The thief (Satan) does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” (John 10:10)
How do we overcome the spiritual famine?
What is fear of the LORD?
There is a great famine in the land (America) for the Word of God, prayer, and faith. Many people who profess to be followers of Jesus are starving spiritually. For some, their flames …

“The Persecution Project Foundation was founded for the express purpose of collecting and disseminating information about the worldwide incidence of Christian persecution, with particular focus on Africa.”
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, even though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea.” (Psalm 46:1,2)
What will you do to help this 4 year old desperate girl?
On Friday December 19, Ed Lyons called to ask me for Rick Heeren’s contact info to …

“Randy, we have to get America saved!” – Patti May
“Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,” which is translated, “God with us.” (Matthew 1:23)
What is more glorious in life than the moment someone invites Jesus into their heart?
Today is Christmas, a day Christians around the world celebrate the birth of Jesus. While we don’t know even the actual month Jesus was born, we pay special tribute this day to the King of kings and LORD of lords.
For the …

“There is no truth that can give you any more courage and boldness as you live out your Christian life, especially in the workplace, than that found in Romans 8:34″ – Henry Blackaby
Who is he who condemns? It is Christ who died, and furthermore is also risen, who is even at the right hand of God, who also makes intercession for us. (Romans 8:34)
What difference does it make in your life to know that Jesus is interceding for you?
On December 1, I received an email from Tim Smith, one of …

“Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you. Love me and I may be forced to love you.” – William Arthur Ward
When they had read it, they rejoiced over its encouragement. (Acts 15:31)
What kind of impact does validating others have?
What would the world be like if we all took a purposeful intent to be more validating of others?
In late October 2008 I went to the Relational …

“Since the time of the apostles, no man besides Edward McKendree Bounds has left such a rich inheritance of research into the life of prayer.” – Introduction to “E.M. Bounds On Prayer” book
“Ask of Me, and I will give You The nations for Your inheritance, And the ends of the earth for Your possession.” (Psalm 2:8)
What can you do to most effectively grow your prayer life and faith in 2009?
Welcome to our series of message for Christmas week! What is Christmas about? For Christians, Jesus is the reason for the …

From: WASHRPT@aol.com
Sent: Fri, 19 Dec 2008 8:35 am
Subject: GREAT AWAKENING EVANGELISM MEETINGS – WASH DC
Dear Pastors and Leaders,
You are cordially invited to attend the Dr. Rodney Howard-Browne pre-crusade Great Awakening Tour Power Evangelism event that will be conducted by part of his team January 15th – 17th, 2009. The Great Awakening Tour Power Evangelism is designed to empower and encourage the body of Christ with the Word of God to be a witness for Jesus Christ.
In Baltimore, Maryland, 1195 individuals were trained and we saw 20,658 decisions for Jesus Christ. …

“Long hours, difficult co-workers, and lack of appreciation are just a few factors that contribute to job stress.” – Elizabeth Scott, M.S.
Mercy, peace, and love be multiplied to you. (Jude 1:2)
In what areas of your life do you feel most stressed?
What are a few simple things you can do to relieve that stress?
Today is Day 4 in our weekly series about reducing stress. This message is an excerpt from another excellent article by Elizabeth Scott. The entire article can be found at today’s Link of the Day.
We continue with our …

“Women didn’t hold onto their stress more; they just experienced more episodes of being stressed.” – Elizabeth Scott, M.S
Above all, my brothers, do not swear-not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. Let your “Yes” be yes, and your “No,” no, or you will be condemned.
What do women especially need to be aware of regarding stress?
We continue with our weekly series about reducing stress. Today’s message is an excerpt from another excellent article by Elizabeth Scott. The entire article can be found at today’s Link of the Day.
It …