A Family of Servants
President George W. Bush stated during National Volunteer week in 2002 that, “citizen service has always been a cornerstone of our democracy. Since our founding, Americans have stepped forward to serve the needs of others, strengthen our communities, and defend the freedoms we treasure.” With that, he called on all Americans to give at least two years – or 4,000 hours – during their lives in service to others....
Get Motivated to Achieve Your Finanancial Goals!
The new year is here… resolution and promises are made, and hopefully you’ll at least keep a few of them alive. But how are your financial goals doing? In the midst of all the chaos life brings, it’s still important to keep your expectations high regarding your money. Here are 5 great tips to achieve those financial goals for yourself and your family. Set goals that are realistic and specific. When looking at your...
Ten Easy Resolutions to Improve Your Marriage
While mulling over ways to change your life for the better this year, why not consider a resolution to improve your marriage? Virtually nothing else that you resolve to do will be more advantageous to your life and happiness in the long run. Here are ten suggestions for relatively easy resolutions you can make to towards this important goal. 1. Start a couple’s devotion – Spouses who practice and experience their faith at home...
Teaching Children To Pray
A historical sign of revival is children hungering after prayer. While Jesus was walking among us, children were drawn to Him. He blessed and prayed for them. In the Azusa Street revival, there was tremendous spiritual activity among the children. They were intercessors, they saw visions, and many of them were healed. Again today there is a real stir and hunger among children. They want to touch Jesus. We must not be guilty of over...
God Loves Apostolic Families
Perhaps one of the greatest plans instituted by God was the development of a structured unit of people where there is nurturing, love, companionship, training and support. This structure, given its common term, is called, “family”. And I happen to know that God loves Apostolic families. How can I be so confident? Read on. First of all, in Matthew 19, Jesus revealed to us that marriage was instituted by God. He said,...
Getting Out Of Debt With Baby Steps
Step 1. Cut up all credit cards. Reason: your credit is already shot and you are not looking for additional debt. What difference does your credit rating, or score, matter now. Temporarily stop contributions to your retirement funds. The main goal now, is to get out of debt. I have somewhat mixed feelings on this step. I understand the importance of saving and building your retirement and the possible lost earnings. If you are devoted...