February 2012
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Twenty Seven Million
francisupdates:
My friend, Matt Redman, just released a song “Twenty Seven Million” where the hope is to shine as much light as possible on the problem of human trafficking.
I encourage you to download the song. Twenty Seven Million people in modern day slavery is an outrage! Be a voice for the voiceless.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/twenty-seven-million/id500399945?i=500399948
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“The critical question for our generation - and for every generation - is this:...”
– John Piper
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On Lent
Before starting any fast whether it be for lent or personal reverence make sure to study up on how Jesus calls us to fast…
Matthew 6,
16 “And when you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. 17 But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, 18 that...
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To My Fellows
We are not called to ministry contained in some time in the future, we are called to ministry now, today. We may not have been put through the tests of this world and the studies, both personal and academic, nor have we been denoted as wise or mature by our peers or elders, but we are called.
When a speaker speaks they usually save the best point for last. The big idea. Conclusion. They may...
This is true joy in life, the being used up for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; the being a force of nature instead of a feverish, selfish little clod of ailments and grievances complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy.”
-George Bernard Shaw