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Is there some element of truth in these accounts or are they outright lies?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I heard a preacher caution people to be careful about believing stories of people going to Heaven or Hell and coming back to tell about it. Is there some element of truth in these accounts or are they outright lies? – I.D.
A: There have been many ...Read more
What is the main theme of the First John?
A) Repentance and forgiveness
B) God's justice and righteousness
C) Fellowship with God and love for one another
D) The establishment of the kingdom of God
Who is the author of the Book of Malachi?
A) Malachi
B) Nahum
C) Micah
D) Obadiah
When God’s people go through a time of testing, is it true that outcomes seem to produce results that amount to gold?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: When God’s people go through a time of testing, is it true that outcomes seem to produce results that amount to gold? – T.G.
A: Job, the Old Testament saint, considered the wonders of God in the midst of his trials and hardships, he proclaimed: “When He has tested me, I shall come forth as ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Jeremiah that describes the new covenant?
A) Jeremiah 29:11-14
B) Jeremiah 31:31-34
C) Jeremiah 33:1-3
D) Jeremiah 17:5-8
What was the name of the high official who was accused of marrying a daughter of the enemy?
A) Sanballat
B) Tobiah
C) Geshem
D) Eliashib
Florida Muslim group expands mental health outreach to tackle stigma around suicide
MIAMI -- Mental health is not easy for anyone to discuss openly. But, in some religious communities, there is an added stigma that may hinder an open dialogue — and that’s particularly true in the Islamic faith.
The South Florida Muslim Federation (SoFlo Muslims), an umbrella organization representing over 40 mosques and Islamic ...Read more
Missouri church 'takes a stand' by taking over anti-racism billboard near Confederate flag
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- In 2021, Amanda Burrows had an answer to a giant Confederate flag that was erected along a popular route to the Lake of the Ozarks: a billboard with the anti-racist message, “EQUALITY BIGGER THAN HATE.”
She raised money through GoFundMe to lease the billboard so visitors would not leave with the impression that the area...Read more
The God Squad: Flowering God winks
Flowers often appear in God winks. Here is one of my favorites:
Q: I just read your faith, miracles and Godwink column in today’s Palm Beach Post on Aug. 16, 2024. … And believe I had the most beautiful God wink of all time. After being with the man of my dreams, my perfect partner of 13 years, we went fishing one weekend...Read more
Why does suffering get worse instead of better?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: With more breakthroughs in medicine and having more knowledge than at any other time in history, why does suffering get worse instead of better? – W.S.
A: There’s suffering in every country. People of every nationality experience untold pain. It’s been like this since the beginning. Personal ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Ephesians that encourages believers to put on the full armor of God?
A) Ephesians 1:3-14
B) Ephesians 2:1-10
C) Ephesians 6:10-20
D) Ephesians 4:1-16
What is the structure of the Book of Lamentations?
A) Three chapters of mourning and one chapter of hope
B) Five chapters of mourning
C) Five chapters of mourning and one chapter of hope
D) One chapter of mourning and five chapters of hope
This Miami church's new home is in a high-rise condo. You enter through the coffee shop
MIAMI -- Corner Coffee is not your typical coffee shop.
All the the usual suspects are offered: espresso, cold brews, pastries. But the distinct interior design offers some clues as to what is also on the menu: A ceiling mobile made of religious stained glass hangs over a seating area. A bronze sculpture of a life-size Homeless Jesus sleeping ...Read more
Will the children of 9/11 ever recover from the mess that this tragedy has done to their hearts?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: My children’s generation was ruined by 9/11 and I don’t think they will ever recover from the mess that this tragedy has done to their hearts. – D.P.
A: Every generation witnesses terrifying world events. The 21 st century was inaugurated with the horrific 9/11 tragedy that set the whole ...Read more
What is the main theme of the Book of Colossians?
A) Repentance and forgiveness
B) God's justice and righteousness
C) The supremacy and sufficiency of Christ
D) The establishment of the kingdom of God
What is the famous vision in Daniel that describes the seventy weeks?
A) Daniel 2:31-45
B) Daniel 7:1-14
C) Daniel 8:1-14
D) Daniel 9:20-27
Isn’t being held to a higher standard a form of persecution?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I’ve gained a large following by leading a Bible study. While I enjoy some perks that come from it, people hold me to a higher standard than others. Isn’t this a form of persecution? – P.R.
A: Life is easy when all goes smoothly; but when things go wrong, we can quickly lose our sense of ...Read more
What is the famous passage in John that describes Jesus' resurrection and appearance to Mary Magdalene?
A) John 1:1-18
B) John 3:1-21
C) John 6:1-15
D) John 20:1-18
What is the famous passage in Ezekiel that describes the river of life?
A) Ezekiel 34:25-31
B) Ezekiel 36:22-32
C) Ezekiel 47:1-12
D) Ezekiel 48:1-8
How can I stop being so distraught?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I’m distraught at every turn in life. I believe in God and have even served on the pastoral staff, but I’ve had to step away because I can’t overcome my own total inability to deal with the twists and turns that seem to pile on more heaviness and despair. – I.D.
A: Paul tells us of the ...Read more
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