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Ouija Boards, Warfare, Exorcism, and the Bible’s Undeniable Stance on Playing with Fire
Ouija boards. Psychics. Tarot card readings. Necromancy (attempts to communicate with the dead). The list of spiritual antics and so-called parlor games share a common thread: encouraging people to place hope and find solace in people, spirits, and sources other than God. Most people traditionally dive into these activities for entertainment’s sake. But while… The post Ouija Boards, Warfare, Exorcism, and the Bible’s Undeniable Stance on Playing with Fire appeared first on FaithGateway.
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In the Morning When I Rise
As you get out of bed in the morning, be aware of My Presence with you. You may not be thinking clearly yet, but I am. Your early morning thoughts tend to be anxious ones until you get connected with Me. Invite Me into your thoughts by whispering My Name. Suddenly your day brightens… The post In the Morning When I Rise appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Defeat the Enemy
Sneaky devil! I found myself thinking that phrase in my mind this morning, as I made coffee. I am not sure where it came from, other than the fact that a day ago I was standing strong with Christ, yet, this morning I was crying my eyes out… Hmm… Why is it one day we are all prayed up and ready to go and the next we’re whining that we’re not okay? Nothing changed. Yet, I’ll tell you why this happens…in part, it’s due to sneaky devil! He roams in the night… Seeking to discourage us… Desiring to steal God’s goodness from us. Hoping to kill what is life. Aiming to…
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North Point Worship Releases ‘Live From Decatur City’ EP March 26
Internationally known North Point Worship releases Live From Decatur City March 26 with the EP’s lead single, “Abundantly More (Live),” releasing today to digital and streaming outlets internationally from North Point Music® and Centricity Music. Part of North Point Ministries’ global network of more than 90 partner churches, North Point Worship captured Live From Decatur City audio and video with a full 12-piece band at Decatur City Church, which is one of the ministries’ seven Atlanta-area campuses. Although recorded without an audience due to COVID-19 restrictions, the worship team is excited to share what they experienced in the church during the recording. “Since this year has thrown everyone many curve…
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Grammy Award Winner Francesca Battistelli Presents Sophomore Christmas Album
Nashville, Tenn. (October 23, 2020) GRAMMY® Award-winning Curb Word Entertainment singer-songwriter and recording artist Francesca Battistelli presents her sophomore Christmas project, This Christmas. The brand-new 14-track collection, comprised of both originals and Christmas classics, arrives today (10/23), and enters straight in at #1 on the iTunes Holiday chart. Listen to the full album HERE. Physical copies are also available at www.francescamusic.com. Battistelli announced her new Christmas LP on a special Facebook Live, previewing snippets of songs and revealing that a Christmas EP was originally planned for Winter 2019. However, the award-winner shared she felt God led her to push pause on the project. Little did she know This Christmas would…
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Grammy-Nominated Worship Leader Releases ‘The Blessing’ (Live Album)
NASHVILLE, TENN. (OCTOBER 23, 2020) Today GRAMMY-nominated and multi-Dove Award winning worship leader Kari Jobe has released the highly anticipated project, The Blessing (Live Album). As her first new album in three years, Jobe recorded the music live this summer during the pandemic without an audience despite her deep desire to worship with a live audience. The uniquely recorded live album features 15 tracks and more than three hours of worship captured including the world-renowned title track and most consumed new CCM song of the year. “I’ve been pouring my heart into this album for more than two years, asking God what He wants the church to sing and declare…
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God’s Peace for When You are Missing a Loved One
Missing a loved one is a very lonely feeling. The only thing to really resolve the ache of loneliness is to actually see the person you’re missing. But many times, it’s not that easy. You may miss your mother who passed away last year, your daughter studying abroad, or your husband on a long… The post God’s Peace for When You are Missing a Loved One appeared first on FaithGateway.
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So, Why Not You?
“Now go! I will help you speak, and I will teach you what to say.” But Moses said, “Please, Lord, send someone else.” — Exodus 4:11-13, NCV Moses was known and protected by God even before the day his mother set her infant son adrift in a basket on the Nile River. Miriam, his sister… The post So, Why Not You? appeared first on FaithGateway.
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A Minister of Comfort
He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. — 2 Corinthians 1:4 NLT You’ve heard repeatedly that God causes all the circumstances of your life to work together for your good and His glory. But do you truly believe it? Sometimes it is difficult. If a trial is sufficiently… The post A Minister of Comfort appeared first on FaithGateway.
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The Answer to Outrage
In 2014, Slate magazine released a series of essays collectively called “The Year of Outrage” and described, “From righteous fury to faux indignation, everything we got mad about… and how outrage has taken over our lives.” Essay titles included “The Outrage Project,” “The Life Cycle of Outrage,” “What ‘Outrage’ Means,” “Identity Outrage,” “The Cultural… The post The Answer to Outrage appeared first on FaithGateway.
