Just a few more quick updates. We had a board meeting last night and began planning for some exciting fundraisers to generate buzz in the area and raise money to purchase our airplane. Stay tuned for some great ways to be involved!
We are also in the process of being approved to receive donations through smile.amazon.com. This is a cool thing Amazon does that contributes .5% of all your regular purchases through Amazon to your selected non-profit. we will send out a notice when approved. We are also doing something similar through Ebay. Stay engaged!
Daniel is currently studying for his CFI writtens and will begin training soon.
It is hard to believe that a little over a year has past since our last major update. The major events of 2015 were us building a house on our land we purchased in 2014 and moving in right before Christmas. Building the house was a truly challenging and rewarding journey as we encountered far more obstacles than expected. The spiritual warfare that it entailed came as a big surprise because it seemed like such a normal endeavor, but I am reminded of Peter's warning to "not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you". We also FINALLY got our 501C3 paperwork finished and submitted to the IRS for consideration this last January. We are hoping to hear back by the end of April.
The other big event that came as a surprise to us was to be directed to a new church community right at the end of 2015. We were certainly not looking for a new church home but the Lord made it quite apparent that He wanted us to migrate to a new fellowship to assist with the youth. We have been at Calvary Community Church for a few months now and are getting to know the body and leadership before we step into a roll serving with the youth. More updates to come soon.
Our vision for 2016 and Paraclete Aviation consists of
We hope to have more updates in the near future as we are expecting big things for this year!
It has been a season of transitions for us as we try to forge forward into the things God has in store for us. There has been discouraging times, encouraging times and a myriad of emotions in between. We closed on the land in September, put in part of the driveway, and a small workshop this October with Bob Dietz's help. One amazing "coincidence" was that God orchestrated our closing date to happen on September 13th as opposed to the original September 15th date. Seemingly insignificant at the time, but that afternoon as Dawn and I drove out to the property she realized that it was 8 years to the day from when we arrived in Spokane Washington to begin this journey. Some may not see much relevance to that, but we choose to recognize that God was giving us an encouraging moment. For 6 years we labored and had many trials in Spokane, going through school, having very little finances and walking by faith through many difficult situations. The 7th year was spent transitioning from Spokane back to Iowa and included "resting" from our labor. This time was also met with many trials, the largest of which was an employment situation that was very discouraging. I was making such a meager wage that we were going into debt just paying regular bills, and making no progress toward ministry. But a very accurate word was spoken over us in the fall of 2012 by a couple at church that was getting ready to go work on an Indian reservation as missionaries. He spoke of seeing Jesus calling us through an open door, spoke very accurately as to the youth ministry we would endeavor into (sharing detailed plans he saw God doing that was private to only Dawn, I and the Lord), and also mentioned he thought the door was in regards to employment. As many already know, this word was fulfilled 6 months later in February of 2013 when I was offered a job at MidAmerican Aerospace (see A New Adventure a Test and Ice Cream for the testimony). That job made it possible for us to pay off our debt. Because of how quickly He moved in this area we decided to be adventurous and go look at a 20 acre farm plot knowing that we wouldn't be able to purchase it anytime soon. However, it was something that had been in our heart to do for many years. Obviously God loves doing the impossible because we closed on the land less than 6 months after He put in on our hearts to go "spy out the land" :).
The reason I share those backdrop details is because the missionaries were back a few weeks ago for a short rest and we took the opportunity to spend time with them and sow into each others' lives. They shared again about the future of the ministry and what was going to soon take place. That God has had his eye on us and will continue to watch over us. They shared that discouragement would soon come, but "do not fear". That this was simply a predecessor to a big breakthrough in the ministry. The discouragement came very quickly in the form of trials with Dawn's mother's health, as well as a few other battles. Praise the Lord that he prepared us before hand because we have been able to pray through and continue on.
Based on what God has been showing us in prayer and through others' encouragement we see the next year being a very fruitful season into more full-time ministry.
The Sunday after our meeting, three youth were present at our church service while I was teaching. Many words of encouragement were spoken to them through various church members that were very significant to us personally. Through these words, Dawn and I realized that God is going to raise up youth around us to assist in this ministry. He also stirred in our hearts to be more focused and attentive to sowing into the lives on those young people that attend our church.
We have been in a waiting season for much of the last year, wanting to carefully move only where we feel God is actively working. Because of this, somethings have not progressed as quickly as I would want, but as we learn to trust Him we realize the necessity of this. He is now beginning to stir up the nest and wanting us to learn to jump out of the nest and see if we can fly.
We are beginning to pray and strategize for the upcoming year to make sure we focus our time and energy toward what God is directing us toward.
Please stand with us in prayer for our Impossible God Goals for 2015 that only He can accomplish:
It is with great excitement that we officially announce the future ministry site of Paraclete Aviation. Daniel has spent the last 4 months working on a land offer to a local farmer. There were many facets involved and the process is not entirely complete, but we made an offer on it a week ago, and, after some back and forth negotiations we settled on an amazing price. It is 20 acres located about 30 minutes outside of Cedar Rapids, Iowa with access to the Vinton airport just a few miles away. This will be the future site of our home and ministry house that will be used to disciple youth of all ages.
Please keep this in prayer as there is still the need for the land to be approved for rezoning. Our offer was contingent upon the land being rezoned from farm land to residential. We should know by the end of July whether it is accepted from the Benton County board.
We are also currently fasting and praying for God to provide an airplane soon and clear direction for the next step in the ministry process. We are beginning to reach out to local youth and are asking God to put a hunger in them for deep and true discipleship that leads to greater impact than we have ever seen before!
More to be revealed soon...
So quite a few things have happened in the month since our last update. Probably worthy of a newsletter, but it is hard to find the time to sit down and write and plan that all out. After 4 months of waiting and resting, God hit the gas pedal and said "let's Go Dietz's, it's time to follow again". It reminds me much of how our journey started within a 6 month period when Dawn and I were called to an aviation ministry, got married, moved to Spokane and got pregnant. Here is what has transpired in less than a month...
Not a week after our last update I got a letter from Moody in Chicago informing me that I had a credit to my account. I wasn't really sure how that happened because for 6 years it was always a letter informing me of how much I owed! So, for once the tables turned and Moody wanted to know where to put the $2752 that they owed me... Well Praise the Lord, we were in need of some provision so that we could start flight training again to become an instructor. That was enough for us to be overly excited and were about to post to the blog, but then more cool stuff happened...
The next week I talked with a gentleman at church who had some awesome ideas for how to draw kids to the ministry and also do cool fundraisers. He had ran a previous ministry and successfully navigated it from a place of debt and infectivity to a surplus and many youth coming. He is going to be very instrumental in us moving forward.
Completely unrelated to that is the second meeting that came about through a friend. He invited me to his men's group at his church and I reluctantly went. I didn't really have a lot of free time and didn't want to go. I did anyway and boy am I glad I did! I mentioned aviation ministry and one of the men gave me a local contact. Turns out I already knew the guy vaguely from years before, but couldn't get ahold of him when we moved back. Called him up, met for lunch and brainstormed together. Some very good ideas came out if it which will be revealed later when they are more developed.
He offered his hangar for ministry and his plane to give students intro flights. He also got me in contact with a Flight Instructor so I can finish my rating.
I called up the Instructor that day and met him for coffee. We talked about training but I said I didn't have plane. I mentioned my dream of owning a Mooney in passing. He started to day something but then stopped and said we would talk later...
Two days later his friend Mike called me and said he had a couple Mooney's he had available. I went to look at them and was honest about not being in a position to buy currently and it was more curiosity than anything. He came back with his offer which was that we could lease the airplane very reasonably. He is going to put me on his insurance, lease the aircraft, and we can use it whenever we need for training and ministry! It is set up exactly how I would want with avionics etc and he said when we are in a position to buy, it would be available in the price range of much older, less equipped Mooney!
So in a matter of 3 weeks since out last post praying for direction and doors to open we were:
Please continue to pray for favor, for wisdom in moving forward with our options and finally for a door to open in a local high school to begin doing this ministry.
I am meeting with a local youth ministry as I write this so more to be revealed soon!
I always believe in open, honest dialogue with other believers, so I wanted to update everyone on where we are at with ministry as of today. After sending out the internship proposal to Moody, we went into a waiting period to see what they would say about approving our internship. I also was taking my final class online (Psychology) for the completion of my degree. Seeing that we were so close to the finish line, I began to coast with school work because the new job was taking up most of my energy. I gave it a decent effort but failed the midterm exam, got discouraged and gave up on the class. The frustration from that bled over into discouragement about other facets of the ministry and us being unsure of what to do moving forward. We prayed and sought direction over the summer and felt that the Lord was directing us to wait for a short season and rest. So much of the last 6 years have been checking things off a list and getting whatever was in front of us accomplished. It left us fatigued and needing a break. That is what we have been doing the last 3 months. Now we are beginning to see the Lord move again and we are wanting to follow. Much like Israel in the Desert, we have been camping when the Pillar stops and moving forward when we see Him moving again.
The job has been a tremendous blessing and I am starting to reap the benefits of the hard work, but it can also be overwhelming at times and difficult to wade between work, home life, and ministry. We are currently seeking that balance. We are definitely encouraged by it though, and positive it was the fulfillment of prayer and God's provision for our ministry. Other Christians in the company confirmed that I was the first person ever hired from walking in and dropping off a resume. God sure can open a door!
Here is where we are at now. I have been talking with Moody about the internship again and trying to get it sorted out. We need to submit a more detailed description of the internship duties but it sounds like we have a green light, so praise the Lord! I also did some research and will be able to CLEP out of psychology so I do not have to take it again. Very grateful for that. Just finding the time and discipline to study is the prayer need. Finally, there is a former director of a youth ministry that started coming to our church about six months ago and he is excited to come along side us and has some good ideas for getting an airplane and attracting youth to the ministry. We are excited to see what God has in store... STAY TUNED!
P.S We forgot to add that we need direction in where Daniel can finish Certified Flight Instructor. Daniel did not have peace about the place he began for a variety of reasons. We are needing to get this accomplished before Summer 2014!
Daniel is sending off his proposal of internship to Moody Aviation today and is in need of your prayers! This is the final step in his education process and is also a key step in moving forward into full-time ministry with Paraclete Aviation. The internship requirements from Moody are that you serve with an active ministry, overseas/cross-culturally, for 8 weeks, and it involve aviation. Daniel's proposal only meets one of those criteria and therein lies the prayer request. We wanted to do an internship that furthered our ministry so we wrote a proposal to the committee. We want to work with youth in public high schools, so we submitted a request to work with Heartland YFC for 4 hrs a week for six months. At this time aviation won't be involved, but would eventually once we have a plane and are able to offer flight training. We are praying that they look favorably upon our request and approve it, otherwise we are looking and being delayed in moving forward with our ministry. Also the logistics of Daniel going overseas for 8 weeks on internship would be difficult with his full-time job, family, and mortgage. Not only that but it would not incorporate the future vision of our ministry LOL!
So the the new job is working out very well. Daniel has been there a little over a week and really likes the employees and the way it is ran. There is room for growth and the management is already prepping him for a move into a better position. He will be going to Atlanta in mid April for training. The old journal entry comes into play because he happened to be reading in his journal and came across the journal entry below. We had looked at selling airplane parts as a way to raise money for ministry back then, but totally forgot about the entry. Now, 7 years later Daniel got a job where they sell airplane parts and avionics, the very description he wrote about! Love God's sense of humor. We had been praying for a new job with better pay and benefits, were told by a solid Christian that He was opening a door for us to new employment 4 months ago, and now here we are and it is everything we needed!
On another note, Daniel took the CFI (Certified Flight Instructor) written exam this Saturday after studying the last 2 months. It is a 100 question knowledge exam that can have some pretty tricky questions in it. He passed it, so now it is on to ground school and flying to prep for the final test to become an instructor. We hope to be finished with it and ready to instruct students by mid April. This training costs approximately 3-4 thousand dollars.
Also, after speaking at our church Sunday and sharing his testimony, a young man is very interested in learning to fly. Daniel's testimony of having God bring aviation back into his life meant alot because he wanted to fly since he was 4, but it didn't work out and he got discouraged. Might be his first student!
Today will be my last day at the Airport as a mechanic. It has been good building experience but The Lord made it pretty clear, as we sought him that it was time to move on when I got a new job meeting all our criteria after one day of looking!
Now deciding whether to continue CFI at the Marion airport or another local airport. Please pray for us as we make this very important decision and also look to finish up 501c3 paperwork and select a board of directors.


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Christmas is a very important festival and traditionally food plays a major role. This is a good chance for families to come together over the decorated table and try Christmas food prepared by the housewife. The traditional Christmas celebration lasts for 13 days, from Christmas Eve until Epiphany on January 6th, the day when the baptism of Jesus Christ is symbolically celebrated.
In this time period, there are many chances for eating together in the Greek families, such as on Christmas Eve, on Christmas Day, on New Year’s Eve and on New Year’s Day. All houses are decorated with Christmas tree and other decorations, while Christmas food in Greece includes very special recipes.
Saint Basil’s Cake (Vassilopita)
The top of all Christmas food in Greece is Saint Basil’s Cake, called Vasilopita. This is a cake that is cut right after the coming of the New Year, which actually means a little after midnight, or at the lunch of New Year’s Day. The special thing about vasilopita is that it is baked with a coin inside. Whoever finds the coin in their piece of cake is expected to have much luck for the entire coming year. There are many recipes to bake a vasilopita. The most traditional recipes include pomegranate, almonds, raisins, while most modern recipes may even include yogurt or ginger.
A traditional Christmas food in Greece is Christ’s Bread, or else “christopsomo”. It is prepared on Christmas Eve and it is eaten at the lunch of Christmas day. This is a round bread made with more special ingredients, such as raisins, aniseed, walnuts or almonds, etc. A cross is shaped on the bread in its simplest form, while housewives also create other nice designs, such as the sun, the moon or sheep. At the four edges of the cross, they put walnuts or olives.
The Christmas turkey
Turkey is a relatively new Christmas food in Greece. It is cooked in the oven, on Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve. Until a couple of decades ago, Christmas meat was usually lamb or pork, but today most housewives cook a turkey, probably affected by western cultures. The Christmas turkey is stuffed with rice, walnuts, raisins, chestnuts and mincemeat or giblets.
Christmas food in Greece could not miss the sweets. The most typical Greek Christmas sweets are the syrup sweets, including baklava, kataifi, galaktoboureko and walnut pie (karydopita). Of course, very popular Christmas sweets are kourabiedes and melomakarona. Kourabiedes are actually buttered almond cookies with powdered sugar, while melomakarona is honey cookies with walnuts. If you come to Greece during the Christmas period, you will see these two Christmas sweets in all pastries, cafeterias, and houses.


"Written in red their protest stands, For the Gods of the World to see; On the dooming wall their bodiless hands Have blazoned "Upharsin," and flaring brands Illumine the message: "Seize the lands! Open the prisons and make men free!" Flame out the living words of the dead Written—in—red."
(from a poem by Voltairine de Cleyre)
The Writing On The Wall (a different story): read more...
The writing on the wall has been there for a long time, since biblical antiquity, but nobody pays much attention to it. Moreover, if God didn't exist nothing will happen either. The writing concerning the destiny of humanity is to be found in the Bible. Things can start rolling on at any moment. When they do, the whole world will be caught in a turmoil, the worst ever, anytime in history. For details, read the Book of Revelation.
There is a considerable risk that God exists and that the things he has told will happen. That is the worst, or the best case scenario depending on who you are, a friend or an enemy of God. The fallen humanity is in open rebellion against God, and has been so for thousands of years.
Now, if we live in a world created by God, as we do, so everything God has said will came to pass just as sure as the world in the beginning was created by his word.
Basically it is a question of God taking the power in this world and putting his chosen man, Jesus Christ, in charge of the whole planet earth.This of course can happen only if he lives and can make a comeback to this world. That remains to be seen. There will be a generation that will see all of it, all that is written in the book.
You could call Jesus for a political figure. Politics is about power, and about who administers that power.
The powers in place in the world won't comply with this plan, there has to be a revolution. Revolution is the forcible removal of existing power and its replacement with a new rule.
This revolution will happen when the existing rule among the nations of the world has lost all of its legitimacy by giving the power directly to the Beast.
The writing on the wall is about the revolutionary process that leads to the establishment of the Kingdom of God.
As a revolution it will be the bloodiest ever, leaving behind a humanity that will be a fraction of its number today.
Things will happen by the acts of God, those which are recorded in the Bible. Man can't lift a finger for to make it happen, or prevent it from happening. The only thing to do is to pray "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven". No bombs in the markets, no joining to any army with the promise of bringing the Kingdom of God to the world.
The many human versions of the "Kingdom", with a deified leader on the top, have brought enormous suffering to the mankind. Such murderous forces are active in the world even this hour.
The Kingdom of God will bring peace to the world for thousand years.
The coming of the Kingdom of God is in the hands of God exclusively. His appointed time, that no one else knows except God only, will bring to pass the things that he has revealed to his servants the prophets. The things that will happen are recorded in the Bible, see for instance the Book of Isaiah and the Book of Revelation.
(to be continued…)


Our Commitment To Christ Comes First.
We believe that acceptance of Jesus Christ and the corresponding renewal of the Holy Spirit are the only paths to salvation for lost/sinful men and women. (John 3:16; John 5:24; Titus 3:3-7)
We are called to extend the message of Jesus Christ to people wherever they are, and technology allows us to do exactly that.
The use of technology in ministry should not detract, but should enhance the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
We believe that being a good stewart when selecting a technology solution for ministry.
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TCF was established after a two year prayer focus considering the needs of friends and neighbors who were not in a church. This burden for those friends grew into an idea of starting a new church to reach them. In 1999, a small group sharing a common passion to grow in our Christian faith began to meet. The passion became an intentional effort to reach others seeking spiritual answers and growth. Drawing a multicultural group, we found others joining us as Jesus followers. For years, we met in a hotel, and later at a middle school, until finally breaking ground at our current location.
TCF's passion is in increasingly understanding how to live all aspects of life with Jesus at the center. We hope you’ll be part of HIS story, too, as Christ builds His kingdom in this world.


For tour director Adam Fagg, the fact that many people on his tour reacted differently to the Come Unto Me stories of Christ, his ministry and his miracles is evidence of the importance of the masterwork.
Tour director Adam Fagg told his bus of travelers to expect something special when they saw a 20’x7’ stained and painted glass window that depicts Christ, His parables, His ministry, and His miracles in the Visitors’ Center near the new Rome. Italy Temple.
“I had read about the ‘Come Unto Me’ glass work from the web site for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but the intensity of the colors took me by surprise,” says the English scholar who works at the University of Kent and whose doctoral research includes early Roman Christianity and politics. “The colors permeated the space and, unlike most stained glass, you could view the panels up close. The meticulous detail and the arrangement of the parables are right before you, and the color draws you in.”
For Fagg, however, it was the grayed images of The Last Supper depicted as a relief carving at the top of a Roman building that especially appealed to him.
“When you put this into context, and you realize the importance of frescos and the stories they tell of early Christianity, you can see that The Last Supper is a really clever depiction of classical style.”
Fagg also indicated that the glass meant different things to different members of his tour, which he believes is a strength of the work. “We all get what we need from the stained and painted glass.”
And above all, stained glass symbolically reflects the light of God, which illuminates an obscure world and brings light to dark and lost souls.
This and other visitor stories are part part of a series covering the Come Unto Me exhibit created through The Roots of Humanity Foundation with help from Tom Holdman and several colleagues at Holdman Studios.
To learn more about this breathtaking exhibit, order your copy of the Come Unto Me Book (below) or the limited edition to see beautiful pictures of close-up details and learn about the stories that inspired the art.


What Does The Bible Say About Money Management
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Keith says “I am really excited about these initiatives. I’ve noticed that the Bible has something to say about writing your vision and goals: Then the Lord answered me and said: “Write the vision and make it plain on tablets, that he may run who reads it. A 49% plurality of Americans say the Bible is the inspired word of God but that it should not be taken literally, consistently the most common view in Gallup’s nearly 40- year history of this question. Cash is coming in from customers or clients who are buying your products or services. You can print them out to have on hand for those teachable moments with your kids. Other scholars say that the dollar sign is the initial U and S (for the United States) stuck one on top of each other. Each class consists of a video lecture and detailed outline to be copied into the Student Guide. The Bible Does not Promise Wealth There is no promise in the Bible that being a Christian will lead to a good job, wealth, freedom from debt, etc. My girls love books. 50 avg rating, 4 ratings, 2 reviews, pu. Have you ever wondered, "What does the bible say about money management?" Well, God's word has much to say about money and how we are expected to manage it. borrowing money to purchase land and construct buildings. We need a better understanding of the darker and lighter sides of money. In this post, we are going to answer the question of what the Bible says about debt and borrowing. If you’d like to improve your money management skills, Dave Ramsey has some excellent advice. He's better than me. The Bible says we were designed to live not just for something more, but for someone more – God. Financial Faithfulness covers the important topics of debt, saving, giving, and developing your spending plan. How poor money management affects your health. Any country that is not trustworthy usually has a weak currency. Everything in this life will burn. What does the Bible say about Money Problems? See the related verses below. The Bible is not silent about money. Managing your money can seem confusing and complicated, and we hope this guide is useful to you. “The Bible is literally filled with advice on how to get out of debt, how to stay out of debt, how to prosper, how to have financial stability, and how to save and spend,” he said. It can be used for good—to help others and make things of beauty. Bible Verses about Investing, Investment & Investments: 25 Bible Verses about Investing Wisely. Forging new paths and reaching for even greater impact. Today we as a society tend to value money sometimes even higher than human life. Each vacation package features the Bible-strong teaching of David Jeremiah, soulful worship, Christian fellowship, and breathtaking vistas of God’s creation. You Shall Reap What You Sow: What the Bible Says about Finances. They are not self help money management books to make the author wealthy. It sounds simple, but there are many things to consider. For individual use, small groups, and church classes. How should we use money based on this passage? 4. The fellowship grant is money issued by a university, foundation, or other agency particularly for advanced study or research. But more important than that, God provides instruction on how to be among the blessed. Charles Richards The key is in not spending time, but in. “A part of looking over the activities of our household means we are able to organize and bring order to our homes – in other words, manage. Personal Capital helps you manage your entire financial life in your own customized dashboard- for free! Learn more about Personal Capital here. We are “stewards” of His money. 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Satan's lie Number 2 The Bible does not say that money is the root of all evil. • Many in our society have their lives and options severely limited and disrupted, because they are not following God’s financial principles for their lives. I know others who are quite wealthy, too. A rich man delegates the management of his wealth to his servants, much as investors in today’s markets do. Re: I need racial verses from the Bible. Maybe you get a little money from your allowance, birthday gifts, chores, etc. Jesus says it very simply, “A man’s life does not consist in the abundance of things that they possess” (v. Talking About Money. People who say otherwise (that money = evil) don’t give the rest of us much credit. You’re not supposed to talk in polite company about politics, religion, sex. The Bible and The Correct Use of Money. If we are having problems in the area of our finances, we need to examine God’s Word as to what He says about finances and then line up with that Word. *** “Show me the wonders of your great love, you who save by your right hand those who take refuge in your form their foes. If you are continually strapped financially and are sick and tired of it, God has help for you. Bible Verses about Money - Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content… Dishonest money dwindles away, but whoever gathers money little by little makes it grow… Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied…. We are “stewards” of His money. The key to good money management is expense management. The Bible gives us great wisdom and warning when it comes to money. Just like them, these encouraging bible verses shows that we just have to follow His direction to be creators of wealth in our own lives! Creating wealth starts with good money management. For He has founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the waters. You might be shocked to learn that the Bible has anything to say about money!. What does God say about life? When searching for Bible verses on life, we come across passages both about life here on the earth and eternal life in heaven, and the difference between the two. Sailors used to pass the time by banging on the edge of coins with the heel of a spoon, then cutting the middle out of the thickened rims to make rings for their loved ones. • Using the Advanced Bible Search, you can restrict your Bible search to only certain books of the Bible or to just the New Testament or Old Testament. This will give you peace of mind with money throughout your lifetime. Tagged on: money bible study for youth group money bible study for youth topics stewardship lessons for youth what the bible says about money for youth ministry youth bible lessons on money youth group lessons on money youth ministry lessons on money youth sunday school lesson on money youth sunday school lessons on money. Content definition at Dictionary. It cites suitable Bible verses, and the references to Proverbs were very helpful. " When Jesus Christ has first place in your life, the other things fall into proper order and perspective. By Betty Miller. The Bible offers timeless and practical advice about managing your finances. The Psalmist says that God will bring to ultimate destruction "the man who did not make God his stronghold but trusted. So, to help you on this journey, below are a few links, which give scriptures dealing with money. The Bible and The Correct Use of Money. This a great example of taking a story out of its social, historical and religious context and blindly apply it to us, Christians of XXI century. The answer lies in good time management. Let's acknowledge that the American economy doesn't look good right now, but the Bible has a lot to say about money management and provision that we should see as truth, and it's something we can hold onto, in times as dread-inducing as these. Then you can maximize your ministry, work, and financial life goals. The purpose of a Christian ministry is not excellent management per se. It does not require any special supplies and is discussion based taking input from the children. What does the Bible say about money? Money – and the love of money – has been a source of many personal and family problems for thousands of years, so much so that we read in the Bible Paul’s warning: For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. Does God care how we spend our money? What does the Bible say about helping people who are taking advantage of me? Everything We Have Is a Gift from God Everything we have is a gift from God. Since they are in a position to influence a large number of your employees,. The key to good money management is expense management. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. We are simply to manage it wisely for Him, for His glory. Financial Management God's Way 13 THE JOURNEY TO FINANCIAL FREEDOM As you begin your journey to financial freedom, there are a few things I think it's important to understand. These include what it means to be a steward, the role of money in our lives and the tests you are going to have to face. What one does with their money affects not only themselves but others. So we say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. The Bible has references to budgeting and the helpfulness of allowing participation in the budgeting process. Managing your money can seem confusing and complicated, and we hope this guide is useful to you. You may say to yourself, "My power and the strength of my hands have produced this wealth for me. " If you are unaffected by the current economic problems, thank God. In The Fear of Money, Dan teaches the reader how to worry less, rely more on the Lord, and understand both practical and biblical solutions for the worries, fears, and even the desires we have for our money or lack thereof. Prior to investing in a managed portfolio, E*TRADE Capital Management will obtain important information about your financial situation and risk tolerances and provide you with a detailed investment proposal, investment advisory agreement, and wrap fee programs brochure. In order to prevent the execution of all the Jews Mordecai calls on Esther to intercede to the King. Money can be an addicting drug. My girls love books. The Bible teaches so much about money! Below we're offering a few free resources on personal money management. If so check out what we had to say about some money making schemes. Using zero-sum logic, he says that we are rich because Jesus became poor (2 Cor. Both the visual presentation and the actual content is excellent. Money Management: Take some time to look over how you manage your money. Here is what I suggest:. ignoring biblical norms (Hosea 4:6; Micah 6:8) u Knowledge is in the first place an affair of the heart. These Bible verses about greed are timeless truths when it comes to us learning how to be content. Is God concerned about your financial situation? What does the Bible have to say about debt? What is the most important thing to know about money? In these three engaging 30-minute session Dave Ramsey, a personal money management expert, popular national radio and television personality, and the best-selling author of Financial Peace and The Total Money Makeover, looks to Scripture as he. Proverbs 27:20 on the issue of demand - "Hell and destruction are never full; so the eyes of man are never satisfied. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs" (1 Tim. It’s the *PERSON* who receives more money that has total control of how that money’s spent – not the money itself. Practical, scriptural Bible studies can also be used as counseling homework, guidelines for mentoring and sermon preparation. It cites suitable Bible verses, and the references to Proverbs were very helpful. Does Your Pastor Have a Secret Bank Account? Jesus Says Use Boss's Money to Make Friends? What Christian Entrepreneurs Owe the Poor; from miscellany. Each one of them has had a strong impact on many decisions in my life. Debt should be a last resort. It is easier to be happy with money than without. Money and the Bible. The answer lies in good time management. All good things are gifts from God (1 Timothy 6:17). So, naturally, discussions on time management will speak on those priorities. Proverbs 21:20 says, "There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up. Management is merely a means to the end of serving God. When someone else says "they can't afford something" you think they need to manage their money better - when it's really you that needs to. Originally aired on June 17, 2015 with Austin Hill on Faith Radio. I Timothy 6:6 (NASB) Be diligent to know the state of your flocks, and attend to your herds;. God knows that money is on our mind a lot. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Dishonest money dwindles away, but he who gathers money little by little makes it grow. Financial Faithfulness covers the important topics of debt, saving, giving, and developing your spending plan. Disconnecting from work lets our mind and body recharge. How should we use money based on this passage? 4. I say to you, make friends for yourselves by unrighteous mammon, so that when it fails, you will be received into the homes of this worldly generation. ” Matthew 6:21 (NIV) pg. Tags: bible verses for financial problems, biblical financial principles, biblical money management principles, biblical principles of money, Guest Posts, what does the bible say about being good stewards of our money, what does the bible say about money management, what does the bible say about money problems. The Bible is not silent about money. Select Managers for Managing People. What Buddhism Say about Money: Management, Saving and Spending By Jes Dec 20th, 2014 5,717 views Money can't buy happiness, but it can allow you to live a happy and prosperous life - if you know how to manage it properly. They also help in teaching money management principles both scripturally and practically. There are only as many days in the year as you make use of. Part of dealing with life comes money management. “Managing the Master’s Money” (Luke 16:1-15) Do you remember the name Bernie Madoff? He was in the news a few years back. Bible verses about money, debt, giving, and finances - Find out what the Bible has to say about money, giving, debt, and finances as you learn to be a wise steward of the resources God has given you. Summary: The Bible, God and money — Online Bible studies, books and verses on what the Bible says about finances, God and money. So believing in God has to involve a 180-degree turn away (that is, repentance) from the love of money to find contentment and confidence for the future simply in knowing. Bible (religion, spiritualism, and occult) The Bible is a library of books containing the scriptures of two religions. Philippians 3:13-14 NIV Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. Instead, they show solid Bible based teachings, helpful Christian financial advice, and proven business practices for informed lifestyle choices. For the most part, sound money management comes down to keeping your wagering as simple as possible while pursuing good investment opportunities. It can be adapted to any grade level. Although the Bible does not handle the concept of supply and demand the way economists do in textbooks, it does touch on the subject in some very practical ways. Modesty involves much more than how we dress. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. And that power governs some of our most basic, daily interactions—from buying food to paying for a college education. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Wise King Solomon wrote: “Be diligent to know the state of your flocks, and attend to your herds; for riches are not forever, nor does a crown endure to all generations. Pray these 18 Bible verses about wealth and prosperity, as you believe God for the breakthrough you need to gain victory—once and for all—in your finances. Read these teachings one at a time. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read The MacArthur Bible Commentary. We hope this Bible study will help you find practical advice from our Creator's instruction book, the Bible. These teachings are to give glory to Abba, through Jesus, and in the Spirit. The dollar sign may come from the Spanish peso or pieces of eight. Getting back to our topic on on what does the Bible say about money management, we say that it’s God’s will for us to successfully manage our money. Tagged on: money bible study for youth group money bible study for youth topics stewardship lessons for youth what the bible says about money for youth ministry youth bible lessons on money youth group lessons on money youth ministry lessons on money youth sunday school lesson on money youth sunday school lessons on money. The simpleton never looks, and suffers the consequences. If anyone follows the instructions on money management written in scriptures, they will lead a happy and prosperous life. You might be shocked to learn that the Bible has anything to say about money!. There are time management apps that we can download on our phones that we should all take advantage of. Topics include budgeting and saving, tithing and debt, other Bible-based truth about God and money. At the Bible and Business, our vision statement is as follows: To be the go-to "think tank" for churches, colleges, seminaries, MBA programs, business owners, media, legislators and pastors for educational materials, speakers, new ideas, original research and thinking on what the Bible has to say about running a business. To say that the Bible emphasized money and generosity is an accurate statement. With such an income he had the opportunities to put his ideas on money into practice. In a job description for a manager, core job functions, traits, and abilities are listed. 6 Keys to Guarantee Biblical Wealth and Prosperity- A touchy subject for some people… Here's What I Found in the Bible In my study, I found 6 key things you can do to make sure that God opens up the windows of heaven for you and provide you with a blessed life that most people could only dream about. Please read through them, and pray about how you can live together by the principles God presents in them. ” (Proverbs 23:4-5) or the single most famous Bible verse relating to money, “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Have her use a notebook or go on a computer to keep track of her money. You say, “I know life isn’t about stuff!” But saying it and living it are very different. American life is organized around the unspoken belief that money can buy happiness-if only you have enough of it and if you spend it on the right things. , The King James Bible after Four Hundred Years (2011). Bernie Madoff was the investment-firm guy, the money manager, who, over the years, defrauded his wealthy clients out of billions of dollars–that’s “billions” with a “b. It was all in the delivery for these U. So what does the Bible actually say on the matter? Is money good or evil? To lay a foundation for managing one's finances, we must begin by considering whether it is proper for Christians to accumulate wealth. • Using the Advanced Bible Search, you can restrict your Bible search to only certain books of the Bible or to just the New Testament or Old Testament. Here we list common childhood behavior problems and what God's Word has to say about each of them. The reasons why can be complex: not only is helping family something that most people just do, but most of us don’t want to be the sort of person who doesn’t help family, either. The psychology of time management is based on a simple principle called the Law of Control. Bible synonyms, Bible pronunciation, Bible translation, English dictionary definition of Bible. The Bible gives certain guidelines and then leaves many of the details of church organization to us. This article summarizes what the Bible says about money, wealth, riches and poverty. The Bible has similar teaching about financial resources as we have seen above. In this scripture, the Lord had an important vision that he wants Habakkuk to write down and deliver to the people. Your husband might say, ‘Let’s put everything in a joint account and I’ll manage the money,’” says Salamone, who later wrote a book about her story called “Victory Over Violence. The Bible says more about money and other issues than virtually any other subject and I also know there are many thousands of Christians either working in the financial world or engaged in debt counselling or money management through their local church. Many scriptures and biblical principles show that planning is a crucial key to financial management. God’s Word, the Bible, is filled with principles of sound financial management. Deuteronomy 15:10 Give generously to him and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the Lord your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to. If anyone follows the instructions on money management written in scriptures, they will lead a happy and prosperous life. God doesn't talk about money because he's broke and needs a helping hand. Using this book depends on whether you find the scholarship plausible, but, for what it's worth,. Question: "What does the Bible say about managing your finances?" Answer: The Bible has a lot to say about managing finances. This law also says that you feel negative about yourself to the degree to which you feel that you are not in control of your own life or work. KING JAMES VERSION (KJV) WORDS OF JESUS IN RED. All this means that Christians need to approach what the Bible says about money and finance primarily from a relational perspective, but expecting to find practical guidance. Here are 25 bible verses that speak to God's purpose and expectation for us to serve others. The world of the Bible knew nothing of stock markets, tax brackets, or pension plans, but the Bible does have more to say about money management than we might imagine. 2 Then the LORD answered me: “Write down this vision and clearly inscribe it on tablets, so that a herald may run with it. For wisdom, like money, is a shelter, and the advantage of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of its owner. These money jokes and money puns will make you feel rich. The Bible says that we also need to spend less than what we earn because being content with what you initially have is a path to peaceful living. What does the Bible define as a steward? The Bible gives us several examples of stewards, or those who have stewardship over something. What then can we say in conclusion about provision and wealth in the Bible? If we are wealthy, we are to be grateful and thankful for the blessing of wealth and seek God's guidance how to handle this wealth without harming ourselves, others or the environment. News releases, investor relations, demutualization report, employment, Smithsonian partnership. Abraham is described as “very wealthy in livestock and in silver and gold” (Gen. Author of "Business Secrets from the Bible," Rabbi Daniel Lapin reveals the clear link between financial success and staying true to your faith. crown is breaking new ground. When we understand what the period from the wavesheaf offering to Pentecost represents, the extended meanings come into play. I hope you allow them to impact you as well and that they give you a better glimpse into what the bible says about money. Just like them, these encouraging bible verses shows that we just have to follow His direction to be creators of wealth in our own lives! Creating wealth starts with good money management. The Bible is not a book about the great entrepreneurs of the past, and so the information that we have to make assessments is somewhat limited. 1 Corinthians 12 says that each of us has different giftings and callings that are unique to each of us and that all of the gifts contribute to the glory of God. ~Hunter Brinkmeier I'm tired of Love: I'm still more tired of Rhyme. weirdoes, who turned an old Motown song famously covered by The Beatles into an icy 1979 New Wave tune that truly. We'll surprise you by saying that unlike what many people think, the Bible clearly explains how Christians can properly manage money. Teaching Kids About Money: Activities, Tips, and Children's Allowances - FamilyEducation. you have no idea where to begin managing your money, we can help. Charles Richards The key is in not spending time, but in. ” (Proverbs 23:4-5) or the single most famous Bible verse relating to money, “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Let us see 7 different scriptures on the wise use of money and provision that the Bible offers. Money won’t be of any use to anyone when they stand before the Judge of the universe. Numerous stories and sayings from the Bible, written thousands of years ago, illustrate basic financial concepts that are as relevant as ever in the modern world. As you can see from just 3 scriptures, the Holy Bible has much to say about money management. 3 For the vision awaits an appointed time; it testifies of the end, and will not lie. " But remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you the ability to produce wealth. Jesus says it very simply, “A man’s life does not consist in the abundance of things that they possess” (v. How can we manage our money instead of it managing us? We need to look for answers in God’s Word. The possession of money is not contrary to a simplified life, but the love of money is. I recently went through a copy of What the Bible Says About Money Power Point study from Rose Publishing. There are lots of different ways to tackle the issue of time management — you can download apps, adjust your sleep time, create lists, etc. The Bible is not silent about money. It's really about balance & faith. So, does the bible say gambling is good or bad? Well, at the end of the day the bible will always be open to interpretation. Money is the acid test of faith. The Bible is the most comprehensive guide on money that has ever been written. Save consistently. Master every aspect of your financial life with expert advice and how-to guides on topics ranging from investing and debt management to finding a new job. - Attitudes to risk and work - gambling; investment. It is expensive having kids, so you will have to learn how to save money. A Biblical Overview of Money and Wealth. God doesn't talk about money because he's broke and needs a helping hand. ” Sounds innocuous enough, plus you presumably love the person and trust that he has your best interests at heart. Deep Discounts on Hotels, Flights and Rental Cars. However, the Bible does encourage us to not hoard grain and to give grain away to the poor, the widow, and fatherless (Leviticus 19; Luke 12:16-21). Satan's lie Number 3 Listen to these Proverbs from God's Word:. More Is Not Better. Money & Marriage: 7 lessons I have learned so far February 11, 2016 By Bob 24 Comments As I'm nearing my 11th wedding anniversary, I have been thinking about some of the things I've learned along the way. The Bible says if you are faithful with a little, then God will trust you with more. The Bible says more about money and other issues than virtually any other subject and I also know there are many thousands of Christians either working in the financial world or engaged in debt counselling or money management through their local church. Small business needs money. You might call me wealthy if you look at my net worth. Instead of believing the lies in my head, I’ve been focusing on reading and believing the truth. God knows that money is on our mind a lot. To say that the Bible emphasized money and generosity is an accurate statement. First, while the Bible does not say that it’s wrong to borrow money, it does warn us against presuming upon the future: “Come now, you who say, ‘Today or tomorrow we will go to such and such a city, spend a year there, buy and sell, and make a profit;’ whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. Wise King Solomon wrote: “Be diligent to know the state of your flocks, and attend to your herds; for riches are not forever, nor does a crown endure to all generations. These include what it means to be a steward, the role of money in our lives and the tests you are going to have to face.


Conviction and correction restores the person to God again. Condemnation bashes them and moves them to feel God will never forgive what they said or did, even though He will if they repent. Condemnation tears down the person for what they said or did. Conviction and correction points out the problem and or sin and offers helpful solutions always.
The Devil condemns us when we mess up. God convicts and corrects us. Here's the difference between God's voice speaking to us, and Satan's.
God says, "You were so distracted today that you were not praying fervantly today, repent and study My words more and you'll see where you erred in prayer today."
The Devil says, "You call that prayer? Who do you think you are? God won't accept that! You messed up, God hates you, give up praying because God doesn't love you for messing up your prayer time, you call yourself a Christian huh? That's not Christlike at all, just run from God, He'll never forgive you for this!"
How can so many Christians not discern Satan's condemnation from God's correction? They're 2 different spirits. One points to the solution for our problem or sin, the other points out our problem and bashes us to pieces verbally for it.
Star-a fixed luminous point in the night sky that is a large, remote incandescent body like the sun.
Luscious-good to taste.
So this artist name is a metaphor how you look at a star in the night sky, and how something can be tasty. I want art on here to be unforgettable. Because stars are beautiful to look at, and something tasty you never forget it.
I'm part mysterious, and part knowable. Christian (12/22/2007 to lifetime). Introverted, analytical personality, shy (in certain situations at times). Very quiet mostly (you need a microphone just to hear me speak, that's how quiet I am lol. Reserved, read and study a lot. Like to keep to myself as often as possible.


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We meet upstairs in the Education Annex Building.
We have separate classes for children and adults. Our children’s class enrolls students ages 6-13 and our adult class goes from age 14 thru adult.
We are associated with the CBBA (Christian Black Belt Assocaiton) and the AMTA (American Mid-west Taekwondo Association).
Parents, grandparents and care givers please note that this program is both a Christian based outreach of our church and a martial arts program whose purpose is to glorify Christ Jesus and also to help and mentor our students so they can grow strong in all areas of their Christian walk and lifestyle.
Before, during or after each class we will have some type of small group lesson based on the Bible, Christian values, being a Warrior for Christ and how to be and act as a lady or a gentleman should act.


Donald Miller still loves God and Jesus. Don't misunderstand him.
His problem is with Christianity, at least how it's often practiced.
''It's a dangerous term so I try to avoid it,'' said Miller, who considered giving up his career as a Christian writer and leaving the church in 2003 because he couldn't attend services without getting angry.
For him, the word conjured up conservative politics, suburban consumerism and an ''insensitivity to people who aren't like us.'' He sat in his boxer shorts and banged out a memoir of his experiences with God, stripped of the trappings of religion.
''Blue Like Jazz: Nonreligious Thoughts on Christian Spirituality'' sold just enough to pay a few months rent. Then five years later, spurred by a grass-roots movement of 20-something Christians longing to connect to God without ties to the religious right, the book became a sudden hit.
Fans were buying caseloads and passing out copies to friends. It peaked at No. 18 on The New York Times list of best-sellers among paperback nonfiction in November. He was mobbed by fans after a recent Young Life conference in Orlando where he addressed a crowd of roughly 4,000.
Christians tired of the ''life is perfect'' mantra of some churches, revel in his ability to talk unashamedly about smoking pot, living in a hippie commune and the notion that God isn't a Republican.
Supporters say Miller's authentic, graceful approach to God has finally given a voice to their brand of Christianity. The book also debuted at a time when the emerging church movement which emphasizes the individual's faith experience and varied worship styles is flourishing, signaling a fertile audience for such religious musings among more socially liberal evangelicals.
Watching TBN one night on TV, Miller, 36, realized the conservative religious network was many people's baseline for Christianity. He wanted to change that.
''These people are absurd. I've been a Christian all my life and I don't even know Christians this weird,'' said the Portland, Ore.-based writer, who is single.
In his book, Miller describes his disdain for the us vs. them mentality between Christians and non-Christians.
''I felt, once again, that there was this underlying hostility for homosexuals and Democrats and, well, hippie types. I cannot tell you how much I did not want liberal or gay people to be my enemies. I liked them,'' he wrote. ''The real issue in the Christian community was that (love) was conditional ... You were loved in word, but there was, without question, a social commodity that was being withheld from you until you shaped up.''
Dave Morton was also growing cold on the church when he picked up Miller's book.
''The perspective that was refreshing to me was that your Christian faith doesn't have to look exactly like everybody's else's,'' said Morton, a 28-year-old ski instructor from Bend, Ore. ''It kind of inspired me to pursue God again with a fresh perspective.''
Brad Jones, a 30-year-old youth pastor at a conservative Southern Baptist Church in South Florida, said he felt alone in his desire for more authentic dialogue about God.
''My thoughts on faith aren't really going along with everyone else and then I read this and said, 'That's what I've been thinking the whole time,''' he said.
Miller's book embraces cultural relevance, not cultural dominance, he said.
''The typical judgmental, hate-filled, bigoted, more people knew what we were against than what we were for,'' mentality has little to do with the real God, Jones said.
Some experts say Miller and authors like him are in sync with a generation of young adults who very much believes in God, Jesus and the basics of Christianity, but are struggling to balance their conservative Christian upbringings with a culture that embraces a go-along-to get-along philosophy.
''People like Donald Miller are speaking almost like a prophet of a new age and describing the landscape in a way people who feel comfortable in that landscape really couldn't articulate before,'' said David Kinnaman, a researcher for The Barna Group and author of ''Unchristian.''
Critics call Miller's works casual and glib and say he strays from biblical truths when he downplays homosexuality and other sins.
One such critic, Shane Walker, says Miller presents Jesus as a ''nice fellow who meets one at the campfire and swaps stories.'' He forgets to remind readers that Jesus is also a judge and avenger who ''wants to save you from his just wrath,'' according to his review for 9Marks, an organization designed to help local churches re-establish their biblical bearings.
Miller, who is almost disappointingly normal looking in jeans and a blue button-down shirt, says ''toeing the party line for the church is not my job; telling the truth is my job. I don't fear saying that certain Republican policies are painful for God to endure.''
Miller has sold more than a million books, including ''Searching for God Knows What,'' and republished his first book, ''Through Painted Deserts,'' which sold dismally before his ''Blue Like Jazz'' fame. He also travels much of the year for speaking engagements.
''When I wrote this book I felt like I was stuffing a message in a bottle,'' Miller said.
Like the old Police song, Miller's beach is now flooded with responses.
''There's this connection of 'Hey, we're not alone in this boat.'''
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As well as her part-time contract with Heritage, Rev. Michelle Henrichs currently pastors Withness Community, a New Worshipping Community in the Milwaukee Presbytery.
She graduated with honors from McCormick Theological Seminary in May 2013. Michelle has been married to her husband, Dave for 20 years and they have two teenage sons. She enjoys playing games and watching movies with her family, reading, running, cycling and yoga. You can find out more about her at www.lifeinthelabyrinth.com
Dale Pforr has been our music director for over 35 years. He is a retired Music Educator from Milwauke Public Schools, having directed bands, orchestras, and choirs. He has been a member of the Milwaukee Symphony Chorus for 20 years, and is active in community orchestras and bands.
Heidi Surprenant is a musician, author and educator from New Berlin, Wisconsin. She teaches music theory at Alverno College in Milwaukee and serves as the organist/pianist for Heritage Presbyterian and Bethel Lutheran in Muskego. Together, Heidi and her husband Mike raised four amazing children, now grown and lovingly launched into the world.
As well as volunteer directing our youth music ministry, Connie teaches middle school band at St. Anthony on the Lake School in Pewaukee, Holy Apostles School in New Berlin and St. Jerome School in Oconomowoc.
She enjoys performing as much as possible, including playing her trumpet in a few concerts each year with the Green Bay Symphony Orchestra.
Connie is married to Michael Krofta, the Band Director at Oconomowoc High School. They have two children, Ryan and Erin.


The liturgical season of Christmas ends with one last feast: the celebration of the Baptism of the Lord. After the solemnity of the Epiphany – the feast that commemorates the visit of the Magi to Bethlehem with gifts for the Christ Child – the church celebrates the Baptism of the Lord, narrated in the Gospel of Matthew (3:13-17), of Mark (1:9-11), and of Luke (3:21-22).
“Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to John, to be baptized by him. John would have prevented him, saying, ‘I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?’ But Jesus answered him, ‘Let it be so now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.’ Then he consented. And when Jesus was baptized, immediately he went up from the water, and behold, the heavens were opened to him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming to rest on him; and behold, a voice from heaven said, ‘This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.’”
Piero della Francesca faithfully depicts the scene in the painting The Baptism of Christ. At the center of the painting is Christ, perfectly aligned with the dove, symbolizing the Holy Spirit, right above him.
Piero della Francesca paints Jesus by giving him the appearance of an ancient sculpture, perfect in his physicality and austere in his stance. On his right is St. John the Baptist wearing an almost tattered leather robe while on the left of the portrayal the artist inserts among figures, three angels witnessing the event. The one with a pink cloth on his shoulder, half-hidden by the tree – inserted as a symbol of life – has a fixed gaze toward the viewer thus creating a dialogue with the painting, in which the faithful, the viewer, participates in the scripture.
In the background, almost hidden, some Pharisees appear, and one of them, the oldest, points at the sky with his right arm toward the dove suspended above Christ. On the far right, just ahead in the perspective field of the Pharisees, a neophyte is undressing to be baptized in turn. A moment of realism in an intellectually conceived scene, where everything appears to be realized with extreme geometric mastery, where lines of force take the form of bodies.
In fact, the construction of the painting is based on geometric spaces and shapes: a semicircle, in the center of which appears the dove, whose wings extend along the diameter. On the vertical axis the dove, hand and cup of the Baptist are distributed.
The body of Christ plays a fundamental role. From his navel seem to coincide and meet diagonals that start from the extreme bottom sides of the panel emphasized by the leg of the Baptist.
Piero della Francesca was a deeply educated painter and a very fine intellectual, who liked to create the scenes of all his paintings according to precise geometric and proportional criteria.
He wrote a text between the 1460s and the 1480s: De corporibus regularibus.
“The human figure was like architecture for him, and his painted architectures breathe in space with the rhythm man breathes. This master of pictorial art and science, builder of men and women who all seem destined to command or reign, models of humanity, because of the intrepidity of their soul, the dignity of their stance, the beauty of their countenance, the majestic simplicity of their garments, this master, I say, informed Ferrara painting by his example”.


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In the history of French Protestantism, the expression Desert defines the period of time between the Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685) and the French Revolution (1789).
Deprived of freedom of worship, far from the cities, hidden in isolated areas, deserts (in the wilderness, forests, caves, or gullies…), where the Protestants in France (in the Cevennes, but also in Haut-Languedoc, in Poitou, Dauphiné, Vivarais…) were obligated to live out their faith in hiding.
The word Desert also had a biblical sense for them, the 40 years the Hebrew people of Exodus wandered in the desert, a place of tribulations, temptations and despair, but also where they would hear the word of the Lord.
This chapter of history touches all of France, but specifically the Languedoc region and the Cevennes, where Protestantism was largely established at the beginning of the XVIth century.


The Very Reverend James A. Kowalski
The Cathedral of St. John the Divine
“The spirit of Harlem is the spirit of embrace.”
“Harlem is a community of great spirit and vitality. It is a place where people have transplanted their families and adopted new homes. Harlem has a lot of diversity, and this is a challenge to the community for both the newcomers and the people who have been here for generations. Harlem could be made stronger if there can be more affordable housing, jobs and economic security for everyone.
My favorite place to go in Harlem is the Cathedral of St. John the Divine because it is the gateway to Harlem. It seats 3500 people and is the site of many interfaith services and events, as well as concerts for peace, large weddings and funerals. I believe that churches should be a safe space at the center of the community.
Harlem is vibrant. It has a life energy that is always growing and learning. Harlem’s spirit is one of creativity, inter-cooperation across cultures, and respect. One of the strongest values that holds this community together is the notion that nobody should be left behind. This is a value that sustains Harlem and helped to spread equality to other parts of the world, like South Africa, for instance.
I grew up in Connecticut, and my plan was to become a lawyer. During my first year at law school, I got a fellowship form David Rockefeller to go to seminary. After that, I discovered that I wasn’t as passionate about the law as other students were, and that, in fact, I really wanted to be a priest. So, I went to Episcopal Divinity School in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and then to Hartford Seminary in Connecticut. I was ordained in 1978.”
The Very Reverend James A. Kowalski has been Dean of the Cathedral for five years and feels at home in a community with such strong roots in the church. In his daily work he honors the fact that “people of faith in this community truly believe that they are children of God,” and he is proud to live and work in a place driven by the creative energy that comes from a higher power.


For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. ~ John 3:16
This is the true reason for the season. We commemorate the day of His birth, but Jesus the Baby is no more. Jesus the Son of Man and the Son of God still lives, having paid the due penalty for the sins of all mankind — those who accept Him as Savior as well as those who refuse.
Won’t you accept Him in your heart in spirit and in truth and truly know joy this holiday season.


Nu 15:37 The LORD said to Moses,
Nu 15:38 “Speak to the Israelites and say to them: ‘Throughout the generations to come you are to make tassels on the corners of your garments, with a blue cord on each tassel.
Nu 15:39 You will have these tassels to look at and so you will remember all the commands of the LORD, that you may obey them and not prostitute yourselves by going after the lusts of your own hearts and eyes.
Nu 15:40 Then you will remember to obey all my commands and will be consecrated to your God.
Nu 15:41 I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of Egypt to be your God. I am the LORD your God.’ ”
As believers in Jesus Christ, we are instructed by God to wear a tassel with a blue cord on our garments. Do you know why? God wants us to love Him, walk in His ways, and keep His commands through the power of His Holy Spirit. And in obeying this request, we choose life, blessings, and prosperity for ourselves and for our children.
God wants us to be conscious of Him in all of our thoughts, words, and actions so that we will not be contaminated by the world system. Our understanding of and obedience to the Tassel command teaches us to keep in step with the Holy Spirit; to say “no” to ungodliness and worldly passions; and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in this present age.
Consider the cost of your life’s journey. Do what God says. Be mature in Christ and keep in step with the Holy Spirit. Wear tassels on the corners of your garment.
For additional information and insight on the purpose and significance of the Covenant Connector Memorial Tassel, please see our pamphlet entitled Covenant Connector Memorial Tassel—Keeping in Step with the Holy Spirit.


Mom’s you all are really amazing and this is the most adorable craft for a kiddo to give their mom.
I had to give it a shot, since just by staring at the original toutirial by Michelle at craftymorning.com I was gushing already at the adorableness overload. She adds a bow on the jars for the perfect cutsie touch!
I hope you too, find it super adorable! Go be crafty and get your kids hands in some paint. Enjoy!
You will need:
Printer (if you don’t want to free hand draw the jar)*
Blue card stock paper (or printer paper of the thickness isn’t important to you)
Happy St Patrick’s day! I take lots of joy in my job as a nanny. I’m grateful for the memory that children have to remind me of things that at times I blank on (I can’t be the only mom like that LOL). Yesterday was one of those days, when the 4 year old said “Remember last year, the leprechaun peed green in their toilet, leaving footprints and special chocolate gold coins.” Oh shoot! That’s right, the “Leprechaun” did do that last year! Oh thank you Jesus that sweet boy remembered the day BEFORE to buy me time to plan.
Welp, the Leprechaun visited today! He left a special letter, making note that he hid a three-leaf clover for the littles to search for!
Snow is all melted this year so he didn’t leave any messy green boot prints around the house like last year. But the hunt for the clover was even more enjoyable.
The three-leaf clover was so fun to make! Who loves origami?! Here is my picture tutorial, inspired by Noreen Doll’s three-leaf clover at crafty journal.com. They are made from three $1 bills folded into the shape of a heart. I followed Noreen’s tutorial.
In honor of this day I want to share a prayer of St Patrick’s, as this is my prayer for all of you today. We used this today to also tie in talking about God’s strength, power, and wisdom with the kids. Be safe, have a great St Patrick’s Day!
Prayer For The Faithful
“May the Strength of God guide us.
May the Power of God preserve us.
May the Wisdom of God instruct us.
May the Hand of God protect us.
May the Way of God direct us.
May the Shield of God defend us.
May the Angels of God guard us.
– Against the snares of the evil one.
May Christ be with us!
May Christ be before us!
May Christ be in us,
Christ be over all!
May Thy Grace, Lord,
Always be ours,
This day, O Lord, and forevermore. Amen.”


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The West Michigan Prayer Center is an interdenominational and multi-cultural group of intercessors who are one in Christ, growing in faith, submitting to authority, and operating with authority. We are “sent ones” who faithfully serve our region, state, and nation through faith-filled, Holy Spirit-led prayer as well as lead and teach others to do the same. We stand in the gap for others through the blood of Jesus and the power of His name, facing the principalities and powers of this present age. Often hidden away and unseen, we are mighty warriors with mighty weapons, uniting in fervent prayer to pull down strongholds and establish the Kingdom of God across our land.
I looked for someone who might rebuild the wall of righteousness that guards the land. I searched for someone to stand in the gap in the wall so I wouldn’t have to destroy the land, but I found no one. Ezekiel 22:30 NLT
You faithfully answer our prayers with awesome deeds, O God our Savior. You are the hope of everyone on earth, even those who sail on distant seas. Psalm 65:5
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Yesterday I heard of a friend of a friend had a massive heart attack and is not expected to live. He has a wife and 2 little girls in elementary school. Today I got a text message letting me know about a girl in my 8th grade small group whos father just got out of heart surgery and has not woken upAnd the Doctors are not expecting him to. Everyday, I'm keeping up with the progress of Garren Janes, a 14 year old boy who collapsed suddenly at school and has been in the hospital for 2 months and is slowly recovering. (you can read about his story here). Unless God works some kind of miracle, in the next few days there are going to 2 little elementary school girls and an 8th grade girl without a father, and 2 wives without a husband. Right now there is a mother, father, and two sisters are working tirelessly trying to do everything they can to help their son/brother recover from this brain injury.
All of these families lives have changed drastically and they are grieving some kind of loss.
My heart breaks for these families and i know there are hundreds of smiliar stories and hurting families.
Because of this, I can't help but think of how blessed I am.
I am reminded of how much I take for granted, how selfish And discontented I am so often.
We may not have alot of money, we may not drive the nicest vehicles, we may not have the biggest house or a full take of gas, we may eat peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for a month because we can't afford any more groceries.
But I have beautiful one bedroom apartment, A husband who loves me, enough money to pay bills and keep us from being hungry. 2 vehicles that got us from A to B. 2 great jobs, a wonderful Godly family whom are all in Good health. God has truly blessed me. The next time I am tempted to complain about how small our apartment is, not having enough money to buy an extra shirt or go out to dinner, I will try to remember the heartache that my friends are going through and I hope I will become grateful for how God has blessed me.
I know that at any moment God could choose remove my own or my families health, He could choose to take our money away, or send us through a tremendous storm. If he so chooses, I hope that I will continue to praise Him and give Him the glory as the Janes family has done.
For now, I will praise the Lord and proclaim that I know it is Him who has blessed us and I am truly grateful!
Lord forgive me for bing so selfish and discontented. Thank you for the reminder of how you have blessed me!


The Gospel says: "God has spoken many times and in many ways" ... (Hebrews 1:1)
According to the Christian faith, God is revealed in many ways, one through nature, expressing His will through the elected ...
Those phenomena in which God has appeared, and we cannot explain, we call them miracles and those men who have been instruments of his revelation, we call them saints.
At the origin of the Christian monastic activity, throughout this earthly world, God has used the symbiosis between a holy man and what perhaps could be attributed to a miracle ... I mean life itself of St. Paul of Thebes, or the Hermit (228-342 AD), and a spring, just a trickle of water, which flows from the bowels of the earth in the arid Egyptian desert.
Church (up) and Monastery of Saint Paul (Egypt)
Entry to the church in Saint Paul's, cave of Saint Anthony and a street in Saint Anthony's monastery (Egypt)
Rather, I am going to focus on describing a natural fact, this "miracle of nature" ..., as long as the scientific man of the century we live in is unable to explain it. Let's see:
Let’s think of the hard, dry and inhospitable land of the Egyptian desert, among the fertile Nile Valley and the western shore of the Red Sea, actually, the eastern end of the very Sahara Desert, which extends into the Sinai, and after in the Arabian Peninsula. A territory in which it hardly ever rains, maybe once or twice a year, a few minutes, a few millimeters.
With this volume of rainfall, what water could there be in this space of hundreds or thousands of square kilometers? None, not superficial, of course not, nor a water table. And yet, at the foot of a mountain range near to the coast, several hundred meters above the sea, some small springs sprout with crystal clear water, drinkable and rich ... as fruitful as is the monastic history which originates in them.
Let's say that St. Paul spent 60 of his more than 100 years long life as a hermit, praying and meditating, united to his spring, as San Anthony to his, and as with other foundations, it was their followers who years after their death gave place to the monasteries that bear their names.
Spring of Saint Paul's monastery (Egypt)
Saint Anthony was luckier…, his source produces one hundred cubic meters per day. Its water in addition, unlike the first, is blander, since the first is a little salty. In both cases, the flow is constant all year round, every day of the year. Important as is water, while the monastery of St. Paul is small and modest, San Antonio Monastery is bigger and more apparent, although both equally remote.
Monastery of Saint Anthony (Egypt)
We know that the Nile, in its course towards the Mediterranean, transfers huge volumes of tropical rains water from the Central Africa highlands situated in the south. But the Nile is far, too far, and water that may infiltrate will never come to these springs, nor because of distance nor because of height. In addition, the flow of the Nile is not always constant, but fluctuates with its famous floods and then infiltration neither is, nor the result that this could lead to.
What can then be the source of water that flows in these places ...? condensation, capillarity from the Red Sea, ... or quite simply a miracle ...?
Monastery of Saint Paul (Egypt)
At this point, it could accept the divine origin of spring water, and what is even more miraculous ... that already in the third century, when there was barely anyone wandering around in the world, God guided the steps of Paul and Antonio to find these places, lost and hidden, and bring them to holiness ...
But I am a geologist, and curious by nature and profession, analytical and imaginative. Besides, I'm a lucky man: I do not watch TV, I have internet and I have traveled quite a lot... This leaves me precious time available and allows me to use my experience and my knowledge. So I think, I compare and if I find a better theory, I adopt it.
Monastery of Saint Paul (Egypt)
Well, in one of my countless trips to Algeria I found a fascinating book: "Lost civilizations of the Sahara". Today, satellite images have confirmed what was suspected for decades. Not so long ago in geological magnitudes, only a few thousand years ago, the territory of the Sahara was a green savannah with numerous lakes inhabited by all the wildlife that has been reflected in the paintings of the Algerian Tassili: hippos drinking water or wandering herds of elephants and giraffes, even astronauts ...
Actually, for several hundred thousand years, the Sahara territory has gone through several stages of ancient desertification and other intermediate flowering. The last time the Sahara was green probably covers the period from 11 thousand to 5 thousand years ago. Mentioned paintings date from more than 15 thousand.
During the stages, let’s say green or wet, the immense surface of Sahara led to the infiltration of rainfall which resulted in huge reserves of groundwater. Reserves nonrenewable today. Fossil water. Waters which were rained down thousands of years ago ...
Waters which are largely lost in underwater springs in the Mediterranean or the Red Seas. Some others, however, spring in the surface. They are karst springs. Caves have been inventoried and studied in Egypt and Libya. They are unbecoming of currently existing landscape and for their formation water flow was needed.
Seen in a map and though from one to another monasteries there is a good roll to go with the car, the fact is that both are on opposite sides of the same Galala mountain range.
In this massif, in the hyper-arid eastern desert of Egypt, some significant karstic morphologies have been identified. Although small, the caves that sheltered San Pablo and San Antonio have a great geological and cultural significance. The fossil water comes from tertiary sandstones of the Eocene out through small dissolution passages, favored by fractures in the rock. An inexhaustible water for now and which as not dependent of any seasonality, it does not suffer noticeable fluctuations.
Thinking about the lives of Saint Anthony the Abbot or St. Paul of Thebes in the desert, immersed in a heat and unbearable thirst, I imagined a world of blinding light where absolute deprivation lead to a harrowing experience of opposing views of demons and God ...
Under such conditions life is simply not possible, it cannot last. The reality is that even in the Eastern Desert of Egypt, temperatures are bearable in the shade, either that of a cave or the thick walls of a monastery and its palm trees.
Monastery of Saint Anthony (Egypt)
Hermits living in the wild desert, yes, but they established around areas of striking beauty, life and peace, protected from the elements. In both monasteries, the spring water has been channeled to create small oasis that although in the case of St. Paul is certainly very limited, in Saint Anthony keeps a beautiful garden.
Saint Paul and Saint Anthony chose these locations and monasteries were here founded, because here was a source of water ... the only water in a large region ...
Church in Saint Paul's monastery and Spring of Saint Anthony (Egypt)


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