According to the weather reports, it is my understanding that it is 122 degrees in Iraq right now -- and the low will be 111! ; the American troops and the Iraquis need our prayers for strength, endurance, and safety. If it be God's will, give these men and women the strength they need to prevail.
I am sorry but I am not breaking this one.....Let us pray.
Prayer chain for our Military and the people...please don't break it...
Please send this on after a short prayer.
Pray for the soldiers.
"Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. I ask this in the name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen."
"Dear God, protect the people so they can come to the knowledge of your Son. He died for Americans and all the other nations. Grant them favor. Take us out of our confort zone to make your will be done on earth. They are willing to give up their lives for a god. Give us the courage to give up our lives for the God, you My Lord. In return we will give you all the GLORY and the HONOR, in the name of Jesus who gave His life for all."
Prayer Request: When you receive this, please stop for a moment and say a prayer for all people around the world.
This was sent to me to pray just for the American troops, but God wanted me to pray for all. What He does for one, He can do for others.
Eve
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Bible study draws a crowd
Bible study draws a crowd: "And the ACLU won a challenge several years ago that prohibits the Tangipahoa Parish School Board from allowing a man known as the 'pizza preacher' from preaching Christianity during lunch periods at local schools while distributing free pizza."
WorldNetDaily: Decalogue trumps ACLU again
WorldNetDaily: Decalogue trumps ACLU again: "The American Civil Liberties Union suffered another defeat in its quest to bar the Ten Commandments from the public square today as the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled a display of the Decalogue in Kentucky is constitutional.
In the case ACLU of Kentucky v. Mercer County, Kentucky, the court voted 9-5 to uphold the Foundations of American Law and Government display at the county courthouse.
The display includes the Ten Commandments, the Mayflower Compact, the Declaration of Independence, the Magna Charta, the Star-Spangled Banner, the National Motto, the Preamble to the Kentucky Constitution, the Bill of Rights to the U.S. Constitution, and a picture of Lady Justice."
In the case ACLU of Kentucky v. Mercer County, Kentucky, the court voted 9-5 to uphold the Foundations of American Law and Government display at the county courthouse.
The display includes the Ten Commandments, the Mayflower Compact, the Declaration of Independence, the Magna Charta, the Star-Spangled Banner, the National Motto, the Preamble to the Kentucky Constitution, the Bill of Rights to the U.S. Constitution, and a picture of Lady Justice."
Why Rice Krispies Go Snap, Crackle, Pop! - Yahoo! News
Why Rice Krispies Go Snap, Crackle, Pop! - Yahoo! News: "There’s a bumper sticker out there that reads, “I do whatever my Rice Krispies tell me to.” Before taking orders, you might want to consider that no one really knows how the crispy cereal gets its commanding voice."
Pentecostalism at 100: a major religious force - Yahoo! News
Pentecostalism at 100: a major religious force - Yahoo! News: "As the 1906 earthquake shook San Francisco, another quake of sorts was occurring in southern California - tremors that reconfigured the Christian world.
This week, tens of thousands from around the globe are gathering in Los Angeles to celebrate the centennial of the Azusa Street Revival, an 'outpouring of the Holy Spirit' that begat the modern Pentecostal movement."
This week, tens of thousands from around the globe are gathering in Los Angeles to celebrate the centennial of the Azusa Street Revival, an 'outpouring of the Holy Spirit' that begat the modern Pentecostal movement."
Monday, April 24, 2006
Top 30 last names in the US Census
: "SMITH 1.006 1.006 1
JOHNSON 0.810 1.816 2
WILLIAMS 0.699 2.515 3
JONES 0.621 3.136 4
BROWN 0.621 3.757 5
DAVIS 0.480 4.237 6
MILLER 0.424 4.660 7
WILSON 0.339 5.000 8
MOORE 0.312 5.312 9
TAYLOR 0.311 5.623 10
ANDERSON 0.311 5.934 11
THOMAS 0.311 6.245 12
JACKSON 0.310 6.554 13
WHITE 0.279 6.834 14
HARRIS 0.275 7.109 15
MARTIN 0.273 7.382 16
THOMPSON 0.269 7.651 17
GARCIA 0.254 7.905 18
MARTINEZ 0.234 8.140 19
ROBINSON 0.233 8.372 20
CLARK 0.231 8.603 21
RODRIGUEZ 0.229 8.832 22
LEWIS 0.226 9.058 23
LEE 0.220 9.278 24
WALKER 0.219 9.497 25
HALL 0.200 9.698 26
ALLEN 0.199 9.897 27
YOUNG 0.193 10.090 28
HERNANDEZ 0.192 10.282 29
KING 0.190 10.472 30"
JOHNSON 0.810 1.816 2
WILLIAMS 0.699 2.515 3
JONES 0.621 3.136 4
BROWN 0.621 3.757 5
DAVIS 0.480 4.237 6
MILLER 0.424 4.660 7
WILSON 0.339 5.000 8
MOORE 0.312 5.312 9
TAYLOR 0.311 5.623 10
ANDERSON 0.311 5.934 11
THOMAS 0.311 6.245 12
JACKSON 0.310 6.554 13
WHITE 0.279 6.834 14
HARRIS 0.275 7.109 15
MARTIN 0.273 7.382 16
THOMPSON 0.269 7.651 17
GARCIA 0.254 7.905 18
MARTINEZ 0.234 8.140 19
ROBINSON 0.233 8.372 20
CLARK 0.231 8.603 21
RODRIGUEZ 0.229 8.832 22
LEWIS 0.226 9.058 23
LEE 0.220 9.278 24
WALKER 0.219 9.497 25
HALL 0.200 9.698 26
ALLEN 0.199 9.897 27
YOUNG 0.193 10.090 28
HERNANDEZ 0.192 10.282 29
KING 0.190 10.472 30"
Jesus loved to eat
: "In Middle East culture-You were literally united to one another by the shared meal- Jesus loved to eat with people
A)One day there was a short guy named Zacheus who was perched in a tree for a better view of Jesus- Jesus said to him:
1) Zacheus, come down, I'm coming to your house for dinner
B)Jesus was always inviting Himself for dinner
1) He still is: 'Behold I stand at the door and knock....... '
D)What a GLORIOUS thing it is that God wants to have FELLOWSHIP
with us
And when we come to Him – He invites us to partake of Christ
A)The Bread on the table reminds us first of all of Jesus who declared that He was the bread of Life !!!!
B) Jesus said: John 6:35 5And Jesus said to them, 'I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst.
C)The world today is FAMISHED and craving for something that will feed their soul- That which they are craving is JESUS CHRIST
D) That BREAD on the TABLE speaks of Jesus Christ, the living Word
1) He is the one that fills the longing in the heart of every man !!!!
But The Table of Showbread not only speaks of Jesus, the Living Word It speaks to us of the WRITTEN Word of God that is in your hands
A) Jer. 1"
A)One day there was a short guy named Zacheus who was perched in a tree for a better view of Jesus- Jesus said to him:
1) Zacheus, come down, I'm coming to your house for dinner
B)Jesus was always inviting Himself for dinner
1) He still is: 'Behold I stand at the door and knock....... '
D)What a GLORIOUS thing it is that God wants to have FELLOWSHIP
with us
And when we come to Him – He invites us to partake of Christ
A)The Bread on the table reminds us first of all of Jesus who declared that He was the bread of Life !!!!
B) Jesus said: John 6:35 5And Jesus said to them, 'I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst.
C)The world today is FAMISHED and craving for something that will feed their soul- That which they are craving is JESUS CHRIST
D) That BREAD on the TABLE speaks of Jesus Christ, the living Word
1) He is the one that fills the longing in the heart of every man !!!!
But The Table of Showbread not only speaks of Jesus, the Living Word It speaks to us of the WRITTEN Word of God that is in your hands
A) Jer. 1"
WorldNetDaily: The secret to life
WorldNetDaily: The secret to life: "When the Bible tells us to 'fear' God, this word could also be translated 'reverence.' We are to reverence God. Honor God. Respect God. It means that we don't take His offer of forgiveness through Jesus Christ for granted."
Prince Harry: Send me to war or I'll quit - The World - Breaking News 24/7 - NEWS.com.au
Prince Harry: Send me to war or I'll quit - The World - Breaking News 24/7 - NEWS.com.au: "And now it has been revealed the determined prince told top brass at the Sandhurst military academy: 'If I am not allowed to join my unit in a war zone, I will hand in my uniform.'"
Saturday, April 22, 2006
Chron.com | Bush Takes Muddy Bike Ride on Earth Day
Chron.com | Bush Takes Muddy Bike Ride on Earth Day: "'I still ride the mountain bike primarily to help settle the soul and to burn off the excess energy one gets when you're living life to its fullest,' Bush told an Associated Press reporter who accompanied him on the ride.
'We're able to enjoy the beauty without really disrupting the pristine nature of the place,' the mud-splattered president said after the 65-minute ride. 'It's a classic way for mankind to enjoy God's gift. Plus, we get some exercise.'"
'We're able to enjoy the beauty without really disrupting the pristine nature of the place,' the mud-splattered president said after the 65-minute ride. 'It's a classic way for mankind to enjoy God's gift. Plus, we get some exercise.'"
WorldNetDaily: Alice Cooper's life as a Christian
WorldNetDaily: Alice Cooper's life as a Christian: "Cooper said, 'We have to make a choice. And everybody, at some point in their lives, has to make that choice. When people say, 'How do you believe this? Why do you believe this?' I just say nothing else speaks to my heart. This doesn't speak to my intellect, it doesn't speak to my logic -- it speaks right to my heart and right to my soul, deeper than anything I've ever thought of. And I totally believe it. That being said, I'm not a very good Christian. I mean, none of us are ever 'good' Christians. That's not the point. When you're a Christian, it doesn't mean you're going to be good; it means you've got a harder road to pull.'"
Top 10 Windows XP Tips Of All Time - Yahoo! News
Top 10 Windows XP Tips Of All Time - Yahoo! News: "In order to make the waiting easier, we've decided to assemble the greatest tips in the history of
Windows XP. Here you'll find the tips that give you the most bang for your buck; that are most useful in terms of security, functionality, and PC performance; and that are just plain cool."
Windows XP. Here you'll find the tips that give you the most bang for your buck; that are most useful in terms of security, functionality, and PC performance; and that are just plain cool."
Thursday, April 20, 2006
Jesus is watching you
A burglar broke into a house one night. He shined his flashlight around, looking for valuables, and when he picked up a CD player to place in his sack, a strange, disembodied voice echoed from the dark saying, "Jesus is watching you." He nearly jumped out of his skin, clicked his flashlight off, and froze. When he heard nothing more after a bit, he shook his head, promised himself a vacation after the next big score, then clicked the light on and began searching for more valuables. Just as he pulled the stereo out so he could disconnect the wires, clear as a bell he heard, "Jesus is watching you." Freaked out, he shined his light around frantically, looking for the source of the voice. Finally, in the corner of the room, his flashlight beam came to rest on a parrot.
"Did you say that?" he hissed at the parrot. "Yep," the parrot confessed, then squawked, "I'm just trying to warn you!"
The burglar relaxed. "Warn me, huh? Who in the world are you?"
"Moses," replied the bird. "Moses?" the burglar laughed. "What kind of people would name a bird Moses?" "The kind of people who named their Rottweiler "Jesus."
Forwarded by Teresa Lewis on the Prayer List for Calvary Chapel of Hammonton, NJ.
"Did you say that?" he hissed at the parrot. "Yep," the parrot confessed, then squawked, "I'm just trying to warn you!"
The burglar relaxed. "Warn me, huh? Who in the world are you?"
"Moses," replied the bird. "Moses?" the burglar laughed. "What kind of people would name a bird Moses?" "The kind of people who named their Rottweiler "Jesus."
Forwarded by Teresa Lewis on the Prayer List for Calvary Chapel of Hammonton, NJ.
Wednesday, April 19, 2006
LIE DOWN WITH STRIPPERS, WAKE UP WITH PLEAS - Yahoo! News
LIE DOWN WITH STRIPPERS, WAKE UP WITH PLEAS - Yahoo! News: "This deep-seated societal fear of being accused of 'hypocrisy' applies only to behavior touching on morals.
But we're all rotten sinners, incapable of redemption on our own. The liberal answer to sin is to say: I can never pay this back, so my argument will be I didn't do anything wrong.
The religion of peace's answer is: I've just beheaded an innocent man -- I'm off to meet Allah!
I don't know what the Jewish answer is, but I'm sure it's something other than, 'therefore, what I did is no longer bad behavior' -- or the Talmud could be a lot shorter.
The Christian answer is: I can never pay this back, but luckily that Christ fellow has already paid my debt."
But we're all rotten sinners, incapable of redemption on our own. The liberal answer to sin is to say: I can never pay this back, so my argument will be I didn't do anything wrong.
The religion of peace's answer is: I've just beheaded an innocent man -- I'm off to meet Allah!
I don't know what the Jewish answer is, but I'm sure it's something other than, 'therefore, what I did is no longer bad behavior' -- or the Talmud could be a lot shorter.
The Christian answer is: I can never pay this back, but luckily that Christ fellow has already paid my debt."
Sunday, April 16, 2006
WorldNetDaily: What do you live for?
WorldNetDaily: What do you live for?: "The godliest people I know are real people. They love God. Their priorities are in order. Yet there is balance to their lives. Theirs is a practical faith, not a spacey, wild-eyed, one-taco-short-of-a-combination-plate kind of spirituality. It is this real faith that the Bible proclaims."
Friday, April 14, 2006
Low-cost carrier coming to Charlotte
News 14 Carolina | 24 Hour Local News | TOP STORIES | Low-cost carrier coming to Charlotte: "JetBlue Airways is landing in the Queen City this summer.
The low-cost carrier announced Thursday that it will soon have four daily flights that travel between Charlotte and New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport.
The nonstop flights will start July 12. Introductory one-way fares will start at $69 before going up to the $89-$199 range during the fall."
The low-cost carrier announced Thursday that it will soon have four daily flights that travel between Charlotte and New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport.
The nonstop flights will start July 12. Introductory one-way fares will start at $69 before going up to the $89-$199 range during the fall."
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
WorldNetDaily: Greg Laurie to speak to thousands in New Zealand
WorldNetDaily: Greg Laurie to speak to thousands in New Zealand: "Pastor Greg Laurie, whom the Rev. Billy Graham has called the evangelist of the future, is partnering with nearly 100 churches in New Zealand to hold one of the largest evangelistic outreaches ever in the area.
His Harvest Crusade, scheduled for April 28-30 at the 8,500-seat Westpac Centre in Christchurch, was preceded last September by a launch rally at Christchurch Town Hall that featured music from award-winning artist Rebecca St. James and an evangelistic message by Laurie."
His Harvest Crusade, scheduled for April 28-30 at the 8,500-seat Westpac Centre in Christchurch, was preceded last September by a launch rally at Christchurch Town Hall that featured music from award-winning artist Rebecca St. James and an evangelistic message by Laurie."
Sunday, April 09, 2006
WorldNetDaily: Through the storm
WorldNetDaily: Through the storm: ..."We need to do the same thing when we face storms in our lives that cause us to worry, even panic. We need to look to our Instructor: Jesus. He is saying, 'Look at Me. Don't worry about the waves. Don't worry about the circumstances. Don't panic. Look at Me.' I believe there are three kinds of storms we will face in our lives as Christians: correcting storms, perfecting storms, and protecting storms."...
Saturday, April 08, 2006
IFCB: International Fellowship of Christian Businessmen
Home - IFCB: "The IFCB is an organization that recognizes there has been a decline in the moral and ethical standards of today's workplace. They understand that there is a great need to see Godly principles reinstated in the practice of business principles, which were once considered absolutes. They feel called to use these Godly principles in their business affairs and encourage others to do the same. They believe that righteousness, justice and fairness need to be upheld in our communities, our cities, our nation and throughout the world."
Thursday, April 06, 2006
Harvest Online | A New Beginning Radio
Harvest Online | A New Beginning Radio: "Radio Listeners Rate A New Beginning with Greg Laurie Number One
WMIT 106.9 “The Light” in North Carolina, recently recruited radio listeners to form its Listener Advisory Council. This council was chosen to rate WMIT's rich radio programming, which features top ministers like Chuck Swindoll, James Dobson, and David Jeremiah. Among these and many other leading radio ministries, WMIT's listeners chose A New Beginning with Greg Laurie as the radio program that ministers to them the most.
A New Beginning is heard by over five million potential listeners on WMIT 106.9. Greg Laurie's vision for A New Beginning is to help listeners know God and make Him known through relevant, biblical teaching. A New Beginning gives over 600 Bibles a month to its listeners and provides spiritual resources that help people grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ."
WMIT 106.9 “The Light” in North Carolina, recently recruited radio listeners to form its Listener Advisory Council. This council was chosen to rate WMIT's rich radio programming, which features top ministers like Chuck Swindoll, James Dobson, and David Jeremiah. Among these and many other leading radio ministries, WMIT's listeners chose A New Beginning with Greg Laurie as the radio program that ministers to them the most.
A New Beginning is heard by over five million potential listeners on WMIT 106.9. Greg Laurie's vision for A New Beginning is to help listeners know God and make Him known through relevant, biblical teaching. A New Beginning gives over 600 Bibles a month to its listeners and provides spiritual resources that help people grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ."
Monday, March 27, 2006
Activeword.org - Devotional - Holy Relatable
Activeword.org - Devotional: "Holy Relatable
And the common people heard Him gladly. (Mark 12:37 NKJV)
Jesus is the champion of the common man. When He walked this earth, He did not shut Himself up in an ivory tower. He walked the back roads and city streets of Israel just like everyone else. He didn't run in the A-list social circles. He was willing to rub shoulders with the lowest of the low, the world's Z-list. And He didn't talk in terms that only exceptionally educated people could understand; He spoke in the plain street language of His day. The religious elite had done an excellent job of distancing the average man from God, so you can imagine how refreshing it was as Jesus entered the scene, turning the religious system upside-down and putting God back within reach of the common folks. No wonder they heard Him gladly.
He was relatable to those He came into contact with, and we should be following His example. There are some Christians who feel their effectiveness as a witness is in direct proportion to their weirdness. They speak in King James English, carry around one of those mammoth coffee-table Bibles, and frequently incorporate references to 'the blood of the Lamb' and 'crucifying the flesh' into their casual conversations. That's not being a witness; that's being weird!
Effective Christians know all of those aforementioned things but also that the aver"
And the common people heard Him gladly. (Mark 12:37 NKJV)
Jesus is the champion of the common man. When He walked this earth, He did not shut Himself up in an ivory tower. He walked the back roads and city streets of Israel just like everyone else. He didn't run in the A-list social circles. He was willing to rub shoulders with the lowest of the low, the world's Z-list. And He didn't talk in terms that only exceptionally educated people could understand; He spoke in the plain street language of His day. The religious elite had done an excellent job of distancing the average man from God, so you can imagine how refreshing it was as Jesus entered the scene, turning the religious system upside-down and putting God back within reach of the common folks. No wonder they heard Him gladly.
He was relatable to those He came into contact with, and we should be following His example. There are some Christians who feel their effectiveness as a witness is in direct proportion to their weirdness. They speak in King James English, carry around one of those mammoth coffee-table Bibles, and frequently incorporate references to 'the blood of the Lamb' and 'crucifying the flesh' into their casual conversations. That's not being a witness; that's being weird!
Effective Christians know all of those aforementioned things but also that the aver"
Saturday, March 25, 2006
WorldNetDaily: Don't call him the next Billy Graham
WorldNetDaily: Don't call him the next Billy Graham: "because so many in this post-modern age of relativism are searching spiritually"
Greg Laurie - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Greg Laurie - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Quotes
* 'Church is not a museum for saints; it's a hospital for sinners!'
* 'I had one of the first cell phones made. It was the size of a World War II walkie-talkie!'
* ''Irreconcilable differences'? I've had irreconcilable differences with my wife for thirty-one years!'
* 'When I was in high school...just five years ago...'
* 'It's not the heart of the matter, it's the matter of the heart.'"
* 'Church is not a museum for saints; it's a hospital for sinners!'
* 'I had one of the first cell phones made. It was the size of a World War II walkie-talkie!'
* ''Irreconcilable differences'? I've had irreconcilable differences with my wife for thirty-one years!'
* 'When I was in high school...just five years ago...'
* 'It's not the heart of the matter, it's the matter of the heart.'"
WorldNetDaily: Easter – a holiday for everyone
WorldNetDaily: Easter – a holiday for everyone: "And here is the message of Jesus: You are going to see your loved ones again. You will be with them. Not only are they a part of your past, but they are also part of your future. He is the resurrection and the life, and if we believe in Him, though we were dead, yet shall we live."
Charlotte Observer | 01/31/2006 | Enter world of self-storage auctions
Craig Robertson is my district manager.
Charlotte Observer | 01/31/2006 | Enter world of self-storage auctions: "For Craig Robertson, district manager for Shurgard affiliate Moringstar Properties, auctions embody 'the dark side' of self-storage.
'We're not in the business of selling other people's belongings,' he said.
He would rather cut a deal with delinquent tenants than sell their possessions, he added. But auctions allow storage managers to clear units for paying customers."
Charlotte Observer | 01/31/2006 | Enter world of self-storage auctions: "For Craig Robertson, district manager for Shurgard affiliate Moringstar Properties, auctions embody 'the dark side' of self-storage.
'We're not in the business of selling other people's belongings,' he said.
He would rather cut a deal with delinquent tenants than sell their possessions, he added. But auctions allow storage managers to clear units for paying customers."
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
WorldNetDaily: Greg Laurie to write weekly column
WorldNetDaily: Greg Laurie to write weekly column: "Popular Southern California pastor, author and evangelist – and the man some have called 'the next Billy Graham' – has joined WorldNetDaily's commentary lineup.
Though Greg Laurie has written periodic columns for WND in the past, Saturday marks his debut as a regular weekly commentator."
Though Greg Laurie has written periodic columns for WND in the past, Saturday marks his debut as a regular weekly commentator."
Monday, March 20, 2006
Townhall.com :: Columns :: The Tom Fox tragedy by Cal Thomas - Mar 14, 2006
Townhall.com :: Columns :: The Tom Fox tragedy by Cal Thomas - Mar 14, 2006: "Peace 'activism' may make its practitioners feel good, or validate their belief that they are doing the will of God, but evil cannot be accommodated. Evil must be defeated if peace on earth is to exist. That Fox and his colleagues could not, or would not see this, is most tragic of all."
Mich. Governor to Sign Ultrasound Bill - Yahoo! News
Mich. Governor to Sign Ultrasound Bill - Yahoo! News: "Gov. Jennifer Granholm will sign a bill requiring abortion providers to give pregnant women the option to see ultrasound images of their fetuses, a spokeswoman says."
Civil Rights Pioneer Delivers Last Sermon - Yahoo! News
Civil Rights Pioneer Delivers Last Sermon - Yahoo! News: "'We are too quick to look for exaltations,' he said during his sermon. 'The best thing we can do is be a servant of God. It does good to stand up and serve others.'"
Saturday, March 18, 2006
WorldNetDaily: Azusa Street – 100 years later
WorldNetDaily: Azusa Street – 100 years later: "Tens of thousands of Christians will gather next month in downtown Los Angeles to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Azusa Street revival.
In April 1906, the Los Angeles Times reported that a new 'fanatic' religious sect gathered on Azusa Street in Los Angeles and babbled in a weird tongue."
In April 1906, the Los Angeles Times reported that a new 'fanatic' religious sect gathered on Azusa Street in Los Angeles and babbled in a weird tongue."
Friday, March 17, 2006
Scalia critical of what he calls the "judge-moralist" - Boston.com
Scalia critical of what he calls the "judge-moralist" - Boston.com: "U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia railed against the era of the 'judge-moralist,' saying judges are no better qualified than 'Joe Sixpack' to decide moral questions such as abortion and gay marriage."
WorldNetDaily: The inspiring, true story of St. Patrick
WorldNetDaily: The inspiring, true story of St. Patrick: "He did, however find Ireland 'all heathen, and left it all Christian.'
Kidnapped as a boy, Patrick was a slave for six years in pagan, druid Ireland. He miraculously escaped, only to dream years later that he must go back. By his death in 461, Patrick had founded 300 churches, baptized 120,000 believers, and his followers re-evangelized Europe.
This St. Patrick's Day will have new meaning for all who read this great book by William Federer.
It has been said that Patrick is one of the few figures in recorded history directly responsible for the completely non-violent religious conversion of an entire nation."
Kidnapped as a boy, Patrick was a slave for six years in pagan, druid Ireland. He miraculously escaped, only to dream years later that he must go back. By his death in 461, Patrick had founded 300 churches, baptized 120,000 believers, and his followers re-evangelized Europe.
This St. Patrick's Day will have new meaning for all who read this great book by William Federer.
It has been said that Patrick is one of the few figures in recorded history directly responsible for the completely non-violent religious conversion of an entire nation."
Thursday, March 16, 2006
8 Reasons to Join a Support Group
New Life Ministries: "8 Reasons to Join a Support Group
Adapted from 'A Guide to Effective Rescue Mission Recovery Programs' by Michael Liimatta
1. In a support group, Christians in recovery can share their experience, strength and hope with one another. (Proverbs 15:22)
2. A good support group is a place where you will find true acceptance and a sense of what unconditional love is all about. (John 15:5-15)
3. A support group is a safe, non-judgmental setting where Christians in recovery can express struggles, thoughts, ideas, and feelings without fear of rejection. (Psalms 42)
4. A support group provides a safe environment for the risky experience of exploring and verbalizing emotions. (Galatians 6:2)
5. A healthy support group can provide sort of a 'family' atmosphere that stimulates the hope for a better life for all involved. (Jeremiah 29:11-14)
6. The best support groups practice a policy of strict confidentiality so that members can share freely without fear that others outside of the group will learn about their problems.
7. A good support group is a wonderful place for those in recovery to begin the difficult and painful process of re-connecting with other people.
8. A good support group will be a source of great hope and encouragement as we gain insights from becoming connected with others who"
Adapted from 'A Guide to Effective Rescue Mission Recovery Programs' by Michael Liimatta
1. In a support group, Christians in recovery can share their experience, strength and hope with one another. (Proverbs 15:22)
2. A good support group is a place where you will find true acceptance and a sense of what unconditional love is all about. (John 15:5-15)
3. A support group is a safe, non-judgmental setting where Christians in recovery can express struggles, thoughts, ideas, and feelings without fear of rejection. (Psalms 42)
4. A support group provides a safe environment for the risky experience of exploring and verbalizing emotions. (Galatians 6:2)
5. A healthy support group can provide sort of a 'family' atmosphere that stimulates the hope for a better life for all involved. (Jeremiah 29:11-14)
6. The best support groups practice a policy of strict confidentiality so that members can share freely without fear that others outside of the group will learn about their problems.
7. A good support group is a wonderful place for those in recovery to begin the difficult and painful process of re-connecting with other people.
8. A good support group will be a source of great hope and encouragement as we gain insights from becoming connected with others who"
Republicans Happier than Democrats - Yahoo! News
Republicans Happier than Democrats - Yahoo! News: "Forty-three percent of people who attend religious services weekly or more say they're very happy) compared to 26 percent of those who go seldom or never. The Pew analysis does not answer the question of how religion, Republicanism and happiness might be related, however."
Franklin Graham Reaffirms Scorn for Islam - Yahoo! News
Franklin Graham Reaffirms Scorn for Islam - Yahoo! News: "Asked by ABC correspondent John Donvan whether Muslim groups had succeeded in altering his outlook about Islam, Graham said 'No.'
'Do they want to indoctrinate me? Yes. I know about Islam. I don't need an education from Islam,' he said. 'If people think Islam is such a wonderful religion, just go to Saudi Arabia and make it your home. Just live there. If you think Islam is such a wonderful religion, I mean, go and live under the Taliban somewhere. I mean, you're free to do that.'"
'Do they want to indoctrinate me? Yes. I know about Islam. I don't need an education from Islam,' he said. 'If people think Islam is such a wonderful religion, just go to Saudi Arabia and make it your home. Just live there. If you think Islam is such a wonderful religion, I mean, go and live under the Taliban somewhere. I mean, you're free to do that.'"
Thursday, March 09, 2006
Mission_Trip_Prayer
Mission_Trip_Prayer: "~Philippines
March 23-April 6, 2006
The team will be involved in helping promote Bible Translation in the city of Manila and areas just north of Manila. Christian Inspirational Musician Steve Ferguson, formerly with the' Imperials' will sing at concerts that JAARS organizes. Jill Bryan with Jillybean Puppet Ministries will be along also. The team will participate in door to door visitation in the communities, and there will be many opportunities to share your faith and love. Some time will also be set aside to visit some cultural and historical sites."
March 23-April 6, 2006
The team will be involved in helping promote Bible Translation in the city of Manila and areas just north of Manila. Christian Inspirational Musician Steve Ferguson, formerly with the' Imperials' will sing at concerts that JAARS organizes. Jill Bryan with Jillybean Puppet Ministries will be along also. The team will participate in door to door visitation in the communities, and there will be many opportunities to share your faith and love. Some time will also be set aside to visit some cultural and historical sites."
ROMANIA REMINDER
Just a quick reminder about the box that will be in the little tent @ the Youth Desk...The team has been asked to take to Romania some of the following items:
SOCCER BALLS (DEFLATED)
9 VOLT BATTERIES
STEEL MEDIUM GUITAR STRINGS
COLORED CONSTRUCTION PAPER
CANDY FOR CHILDREN'S OUTREACHES
MONEY TO PUT TOWARDS PURCHASING OF SUPPLIES
SOCCER BALLS (DEFLATED)
9 VOLT BATTERIES
STEEL MEDIUM GUITAR STRINGS
COLORED CONSTRUCTION PAPER
CANDY FOR CHILDREN'S OUTREACHES
MONEY TO PUT TOWARDS PURCHASING OF SUPPLIES
Activeword.org - Devotional
Activeword.org - Devotional: "Effective evangelism requires relationship. It's true; the numbers don't lie. According to a recent survey, here's how those polled were won to Christ:
1% A 12-step program
2% Birth of a child
3% Independently reading the Bible
3% Christian television
4% Sunday school
4% Death of a loved one
5% Evangelistic event
6% Experienced physical healing
10% Conversing with a friend
14% Church service
14% Upbringing in a Christian home
24% Conversing with family"
1% A 12-step program
2% Birth of a child
3% Independently reading the Bible
3% Christian television
4% Sunday school
4% Death of a loved one
5% Evangelistic event
6% Experienced physical healing
10% Conversing with a friend
14% Church service
14% Upbringing in a Christian home
24% Conversing with family"
Wednesday, March 08, 2006
Friday, March 03, 2006
MRQE: Floundering (1994)
MRQE: Floundering (1994)
What's really ironic is this was a really bad movie.
Just read the reviews.
(Inside joke with my friend, Dave Welsh)
What's really ironic is this was a really bad movie.
Just read the reviews.
(Inside joke with my friend, Dave Welsh)
floundering - definition of floundering by the Free Online Dictionary, Thesaurus and Encyclopedia.
floundering - definition of floundering by the Free Online Dictionary, Thesaurus and Encyclopedia.: "floun·der 1 Pronunciation (floundr)
intr.v. floun·dered, floun·der·ing, floun·ders
1. To make clumsy attempts to move or regain one's balance.
2. To move or act clumsily and in confusion. See Synonyms at blunder. See Usage Note at founder1.
n.
The act of floundering.
[Probably alteration of founder1.]
floun·der 2 Pronunciation (floundr)
n. pl. flounder or floun·ders
Any of various marine flatfishes of the families Bothidae and Pleuronectidae, which include important food fishes.
[Middle English, from Anglo-Norman floundre, of Scandinavian origin; see plat- in Indo-European roots.]"
intr.v. floun·dered, floun·der·ing, floun·ders
1. To make clumsy attempts to move or regain one's balance.
2. To move or act clumsily and in confusion. See Synonyms at blunder. See Usage Note at founder1.
n.
The act of floundering.
[Probably alteration of founder1.]
floun·der 2 Pronunciation (floundr)
n. pl. flounder or floun·ders
Any of various marine flatfishes of the families Bothidae and Pleuronectidae, which include important food fishes.
[Middle English, from Anglo-Norman floundre, of Scandinavian origin; see plat- in Indo-European roots.]"
Home-schooling grows quickly in United States - Yahoo! News
Home-schooling grows quickly in United States - Yahoo! News: "'There are popular myths that home-schooled children are socially inept, cloistered kids and that they are either illiterate or academic wunderkinds. Anecdotes aside, we simply don't have the data to make such generalizations,' he said.
'Some children will get top-notch instruction. Others will get poor or minimal instruction. Obviously it will vary by parent,' he said.
Even the cliche that the majority of home-schooled children are evangelical Christians is outdated, if it was ever true."
'Some children will get top-notch instruction. Others will get poor or minimal instruction. Obviously it will vary by parent,' he said.
Even the cliche that the majority of home-schooled children are evangelical Christians is outdated, if it was ever true."
Wednesday, March 01, 2006
Compose G.R.E.A.T. e-mails
Compose G.R.E.A.T. e-mails
• Goal: What is the purpose of the e-mail?
• Relevant facts: Have I provided enough upfront information?
• Emotional tone: What mood have I set for this e-mail?
• Action: Have I made a specific request?
• Timeframe: Have I told the reader by when I need a response or action taken?
Customer Service for Dummies
by Karen Leland, Keith Bailey, Giles H. Bateman
• Goal: What is the purpose of the e-mail?
• Relevant facts: Have I provided enough upfront information?
• Emotional tone: What mood have I set for this e-mail?
• Action: Have I made a specific request?
• Timeframe: Have I told the reader by when I need a response or action taken?
Customer Service for Dummies
by Karen Leland, Keith Bailey, Giles H. Bateman
Steele Creek Church - Discipleship Series
Steele Creek Church - Discipleship Series: "Friday Night: Saturday:
6:15
* Light refreshments
6:30-9:30
* Life in Christ
* Truth
* Sin
* Repentence
* Christ’s Sacrifice
* Faith/Salvation
* Baptism and more
9:00-3:00
* Life in Community
* Identity in Christ/Our worship
* Our Purpose here at Steele Creek
* Our values and beliefs
* God’s design for the family
* God’s design for the Church
* Opportunity to join the journey!
(Lunch provided)"
6:15
* Light refreshments
6:30-9:30
* Life in Christ
* Truth
* Sin
* Repentence
* Christ’s Sacrifice
* Faith/Salvation
* Baptism and more
9:00-3:00
* Life in Community
* Identity in Christ/Our worship
* Our Purpose here at Steele Creek
* Our values and beliefs
* God’s design for the family
* God’s design for the Church
* Opportunity to join the journey!
(Lunch provided)"
Steele Creek Church of Charlotte
I am currently attending this church.
I am enthusiastic about what the Lord is doing at this church.
Steele Creek Church of Charlotte
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
Saturday, February 25, 2006
Tuesday, June 07, 2005
Prayer Partners update 6/7/05 (s)
Dear Prayer Partners,
I have formally separated from JAARS.
My cell phone is +1 (704) xxx-****
My temporary forwarding address for mail is
Knowing the Christ day by day,
Daniel K. “Dan” King
___________________________________________
( Cell: (704) ***-****
To join this life-changing partnership in my ministry with Wycliffe Associates as a financial partner chose a Monthly, Quarterly, Yearly or Other amount. For financial gifts, please sent to the address below and on memo line include: Funding Code 8160
Make checks payable to:
Wycliffe Associates
Fund Code 8160 should be written on the memo line (my name should NOT be written there). A note indicating that the check is for the ministry of
Wednesday, June 01, 2005
Saturday, May 28, 2005
Friday, May 27, 2005
Prayer Partners update 5/27/05 (cc)
Dear Prayer Partners,
I have some news. However please understand when the Lord moves He only means it for His good even if I am struggling with this news. After some prayerful reflection, I now see the Lord’s hand moving me to the next chapter. I have been doing a lot of reflecting lately because June 10th would have been one year as a volunteer to JAARS. I will be ending my affiliation as a volunteer.
I want to express my heart felt gratitude to the fellowship of friends at JAARS, for all of their emotional and spiritual support this year. I believe I have made some deep and life-long friendships there. Bonds like these will not be broken just because the Lord has called me to another ministry. Before arriving at JAARS, I prayed, “Lord, use JAARS to grow me.” The fellowship at JAARS helped me through many growing experiences. For that I want to give the glory to God and say to them personally, thank you.
I want to express my thanks to my roommates,
I want to express my heart felt gratitude to my home church in
K.P. Yohannan of GFA (Gospel For Asia) spoke on the topic of brokenness at the conference in
What is the next chapter? The Lord has given me some small hints. My pastor is suggesting a time of tent building. My primary supporter (prayer partner) is suggesting giving a greater priority to the completion of my Masters degree. Other ministry opportunities will always be there especially, at my church. On a personal level, Daryl Beltz, the Director of JAARS Public Relations, has invited me to participate in future Short Term Mission Trips with JAARS. If you care to support me financial on these trips then you may still send donations, please see below. My heart is still for Bible Translation as confirmed by the Lord on the last trip. I will be wrapping up loose ends at JAARS quickly. Please pray for my new direction.
I want to give a special word of thanks for all my Prayer Partners and for this year of encouragement and support. Your prayers made the Lord’s will in my ministry visible and obtainable.
In blood of our Lord, Jesus Christ,
Daniel K. “Dan” King
Speeding Bible Translation
___________________________________________
To join this life-changing partnership in my ministry with Wycliffe Associates as a financial partner chose a Monthly, Quarterly, Yearly or Other amount. For financial gifts, please sent to the address below and on memo line include: Funding Code 8160
Make checks payable to:
Wycliffe Associates
Fund Code 8160 should be written on the memo line (my name should NOT be written there). A note indicating that the check is for the ministry of
Friday, May 13, 2005
Prayer Partner update 5/12/05 (s)
Dear Prayer Partners,
The presentation and video to the
My next trip will be to
This trip has a dual purpose for church relations to JAARS and for Partnership Development to my personal ministry. My home church in
Please pray for my transportation needs in that our Mazda broke down on the Interstate. My roommate, Frank, and I are working through these repair issues together.
A second prayer request is for my financial needs. I have a significant need in monthly support to meet budgeted expenses. Secondly, although I had received several verbal pledges for my last mission trip, we have not had any more receipts. The outstanding balance is $900.00. Lastly, I had handed out the entire 100 prayer cards; to order more will cost $180.00 for 200.
To join this life-changing partnership in my ministry with Wycliffe Associates serving at JAARS as a financial partner, chose a Monthly, Quarterly, Yearly or Other amount. For financial gifts, please send to the address below and on memo line include: Funding Code 8160
Make checks payable to:
Wycliffe Associates
Fund Code 8160 should be written on the memo line (my name should NOT be written there). A note indicating that the check is for the ministry of Dan King would be a good idea. The name and address of the donor should be included if it is not on the check. The donor will receive a tax-deductible receipt within a few days of the gift.
In blood of our Lord, Jesus Christ,
Daniel K. “Dan” King
Wycliffe Associates Volunteer to JAARS, Inc.
Speeding Bible Translation
___________________________________________
Assistant Coordinator JAARS Short-Term Missions
Friday, April 22, 2005
Tuesday, March 01, 2005
Thought of the week for Time Management
When was the last time you said, "Gee, If only I had attended more staff meetings at work?" Hmm…. Make your time count. Schedule YOU events each week.
Monday, February 28, 2005
Request for my sister (resend)
Dear Prayer Partners,
Beth, my sister, had been in remission for breast cancer; but it has now metastasized into bone. Breast cancer took my mother 20 years ago. Please prayer for Beth's healing and that I would know how to comfort her. My father has been remission from cancer for the better part of a decade.
The itinerary of my mission trip may change to accommodate a visit to my sister in the
My sister, Bethy, is the only one who calls me Danny and I want a BIG sister hug. She has two young children, Marissa and Stone, and a husband, Jim.
Friday, February 18, 2005
WA Volunteer
May God Bless Indeed,
Daniel K. “Dan” King
Wycliffe Associates Volunteer to JAARS, Inc.
Speeding Bible Translation
___________________________________________
Technical Services/Help Desk
Thursday, February 03, 2005
Sunday, January 23, 2005
Saturday, January 22, 2005
Tuesday, January 18, 2005
Synchronicity
Dictionary - Yahoo! Reference
Can we formulate Biblically sound doctrine on this psychological theory called synchronicity?
Can we formulate Biblically sound doctrine on this psychological theory called synchronicity?
Thursday, January 06, 2005
Wednesday, December 29, 2004
submitted by Jodi [Matthew 18:20]
This e-mail made my day! Does this count under Matthew 18:20? For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.
If we could all get back to how we were as children, this world would be a very different place.
Blessing to all,
Jodi
Monday, December 27, 2004
Prayer Partner update 12/27/04
A Christmas Question
a true account
by Sylvia Foulds
The old men of Kunsock congregated under the shade of a large mango tree. A
brisk harmattan wind whistled through the branches and whipped up little
eddies of dust around their feet but no one seemed to notice. Several men
were talking at the same time in an animated discussion. Suddenly the oldest
man in the village raised his voice and there was silence. "It's just not
possible for a woman to have a child without having known a man. Just who
was the father of this child?"
Before Togolese translators Joel and Caleb had time to reply, several others
said, "Why, God, of course. Haven't we just heard that the child will be
called the Son of God? And didn't the angel say that nothing is impossible
with God?"
The discussion raged on.
The translators were testing chapter 1 of Luke's Gospel in Moba, a language
of northern Togo. None of those who come to the testing sessions at Kunsock
are Christians. And though there are some Christians in this village, there
is no church. But, even if there were a church, it is unlikely that any of
these village elders would darken its doors. Testing sessions provide a
unique opportunity for these men to hear for themselves-in a non-threatening
way-what the Word of God says.
The discussion doesn't end once the testing is completed.
Last week after one of the sessions, a woman approached Joel to ask whether
women were allowed to come too. She often heard the men talking about what
they had discussed at the meeting and it sounded so interesting. Could she?
The old men take these sessions very seriously. The Word of God is indeed
powerful, sharper than a two-edged sword. Pray for translators to be
sensitive to the Spirit of God. They need to answer questions that
inevitably arise when what is heard from God's Word challenges Moba
traditional worldview and beliefs.
One of these beliefs concerns God's attitude towards his creation. The Moba
believe that God created the world. But because man is so small in
comparison to God, he cannot influence God's decisions or choices concerning
present or future events. Needs and problems are solved by consulting the
ancestors or using occult power, but never by asking God.
A couple of weeks ago one of the old men didn't turn up for the testing
session. "He's ill," they told the translators.
"Would you like us to pray that God would heal him so that he can come to
the next session?" asked Joel. Bemused, the men agreed. Joel prayed in Moba
talking to God as his Father and mentioning His care for this sick man. The
men, flabbergasted, had never heard anyone talk to God in such a personal
way. Unanimous that this was a good thing, they asked, "Would you pray for
us each time you come?"
And just how did the discussion on the virgin birth end? The old men pointed
out to their senior that God created the first man and woman by a miracle.
So why would it be difficult for Him to cause Jesus to be conceived
miraculously?
He refused to accept it. Keenly aware of the issues involved, however, he
threw out this challenge: "Do you realize, that if you really believe this,
you will have to become Christians?"
Sylvia Foulds from the United Kingdom, and other team members, work in the
Moba language on the northern border of Togo, West Africa.
[Thank you to Gail Hutchinson and Carol Brinneman sharing this story]
a true account
by Sylvia Foulds
The old men of Kunsock congregated under the shade of a large mango tree. A
brisk harmattan wind whistled through the branches and whipped up little
eddies of dust around their feet but no one seemed to notice. Several men
were talking at the same time in an animated discussion. Suddenly the oldest
man in the village raised his voice and there was silence. "It's just not
possible for a woman to have a child without having known a man. Just who
was the father of this child?"
Before Togolese translators Joel and Caleb had time to reply, several others
said, "Why, God, of course. Haven't we just heard that the child will be
called the Son of God? And didn't the angel say that nothing is impossible
with God?"
The discussion raged on.
The translators were testing chapter 1 of Luke's Gospel in Moba, a language
of northern Togo. None of those who come to the testing sessions at Kunsock
are Christians. And though there are some Christians in this village, there
is no church. But, even if there were a church, it is unlikely that any of
these village elders would darken its doors. Testing sessions provide a
unique opportunity for these men to hear for themselves-in a non-threatening
way-what the Word of God says.
The discussion doesn't end once the testing is completed.
Last week after one of the sessions, a woman approached Joel to ask whether
women were allowed to come too. She often heard the men talking about what
they had discussed at the meeting and it sounded so interesting. Could she?
The old men take these sessions very seriously. The Word of God is indeed
powerful, sharper than a two-edged sword. Pray for translators to be
sensitive to the Spirit of God. They need to answer questions that
inevitably arise when what is heard from God's Word challenges Moba
traditional worldview and beliefs.
One of these beliefs concerns God's attitude towards his creation. The Moba
believe that God created the world. But because man is so small in
comparison to God, he cannot influence God's decisions or choices concerning
present or future events. Needs and problems are solved by consulting the
ancestors or using occult power, but never by asking God.
A couple of weeks ago one of the old men didn't turn up for the testing
session. "He's ill," they told the translators.
"Would you like us to pray that God would heal him so that he can come to
the next session?" asked Joel. Bemused, the men agreed. Joel prayed in Moba
talking to God as his Father and mentioning His care for this sick man. The
men, flabbergasted, had never heard anyone talk to God in such a personal
way. Unanimous that this was a good thing, they asked, "Would you pray for
us each time you come?"
And just how did the discussion on the virgin birth end? The old men pointed
out to their senior that God created the first man and woman by a miracle.
So why would it be difficult for Him to cause Jesus to be conceived
miraculously?
He refused to accept it. Keenly aware of the issues involved, however, he
threw out this challenge: "Do you realize, that if you really believe this,
you will have to become Christians?"
Sylvia Foulds from the United Kingdom, and other team members, work in the
Moba language on the northern border of Togo, West Africa.
[Thank you to Gail Hutchinson and Carol Brinneman sharing this story]
Saturday, December 25, 2004
Friday, December 24, 2004
Thursday, December 23, 2004
Prayer Parnters update 12/23/04
Dear Prayer Partners,
If I had one word to describe this year in my ministry and my walk with the
Lord it would be grace. Yes, Christmas is a time to reflect on God's Grace to send the baby Jesus. However, I hope New Year's Eve is a time of personal reflection on how God's
Grace entered into your life this year. We ask for His will in 2005.
This year gave me many stories of blessings. Therefore, here is one:
The JAARS message center received a call from Samaritan's Purse asking for
more volunteers. A group of us sensed the call to go for the day. The message said, "The warehouse STILL needs more help going through boxes, they won't be able to finish tonight."
The Charlotte Processing Center for Operation Christmas Child is one of six
major warehouses for the ministry. We walked in and were awe-struck by this huge place filled with shoeboxes. The information board said they had packed and processed over 1.55 million
shoeboxes. They had expected to do over 1.7 million by the end of the day. Every shoebox touched I thought I was part of serving a child somewhere. We finished well. When leaving to the parking lot we saw an overseas shipping container filled with cardboard boxes of the prepared shoeboxes. Wow, what blessing to participate in this Christmas Joy!
Please pray for these shoeboxes.
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.asp?section=Operation+Christmas+Child
I heard second-hand that estimates are they processed 1.8 million shoeboxes.
Please review the 2004 Wycliffe Statistics below.
Wycliffe Statistics: 2004
1. World Population: 6.4 billion
2. Number of languages currently spoken in the world: 6,913
[Ethnologue, 15th Edition, 2004]
3. Number of languages needing a translation project: 2,644
4. Number of language projects in progress worldwide: 1,678
5. Number of languages in which Wycliffe personnel are currently
involved in Bible translation, literacy, and/or preparatory linguistic work:
1,376 (82% of all translation projects; 1,376 of 1,678.)
6. Number of languages with some or all of the Bible: 2,355. Of these,
414 have an adequate Bible, 1,068 have an adequate New Testament, and 873
have at least one book of the Bible. [2003 statistics from the United Bible
Societies]
7. Number of new language programs begun in Bibleless language
communities worldwide since start of Vision 2025 (Oct 1999): 356 (93 in
2004) and 306 of those were with Wycliffe involvement (82 in 2004).
8. Number of translation products completed in 2004 with Wycliffe
personnel involvement: 2 Bibles; 6 New Testaments; 13 the JESUS film
scripts; 16 video scripts featuring the Gospel of Luke; 3 video scripts
featuring Genesis.
9. Number of languages where New Testaments and Bibles were completed
with Wycliffe personnel involved: 611 languages representing over 76 million
people.
10. Number of countries represented by the languages in which Wycliffe
staff are working: more than 70. This includes work among people who live
outside their traditional homeland.
11. Number of Wycliffe staff: There are 5,256 staff workers; 583 others
preparing for service. It is estimated that there are over 12,000 expatriate
and national workers from more than 60 different countries. Also, partner
organizations at the local, national, regional and international levels
include thousands of additional people committed to the language development
needs of minority peoples.
12. Number of organizations associated with Wycliffe International: 102
13. Number of personnel needed: 2,668 There are ongoing needs for
linguist/translators, literacy specialists, trainers, project managers,
computer specialists, accountants, administrators, and other support roles.
14. Comparison of time periods in which the greatest number of projects
were begun with Wycliffe personnel involvement: During 1990-1993 there were
98 total, averaging 25 per year. During 2001-2004 there were 254 total,
averaging 64 per year.
15. Comparison of single calendar years in which the greatest number of
projects were begun with Wycliffe personnel involvement: In 1986 there were
40 new projects; in 1991 there were 47 new projects; in 2000 there were 52
new projects; in 2003 there were 61 new projects; in 2004 there were 82 new
projects.
If I had one word to describe this year in my ministry and my walk with the
Lord it would be grace. Yes, Christmas is a time to reflect on God's Grace to send the baby Jesus. However, I hope New Year's Eve is a time of personal reflection on how God's
Grace entered into your life this year. We ask for His will in 2005.
This year gave me many stories of blessings. Therefore, here is one:
The JAARS message center received a call from Samaritan's Purse asking for
more volunteers. A group of us sensed the call to go for the day. The message said, "The warehouse STILL needs more help going through boxes, they won't be able to finish tonight."
The Charlotte Processing Center for Operation Christmas Child is one of six
major warehouses for the ministry. We walked in and were awe-struck by this huge place filled with shoeboxes. The information board said they had packed and processed over 1.55 million
shoeboxes. They had expected to do over 1.7 million by the end of the day. Every shoebox touched I thought I was part of serving a child somewhere. We finished well. When leaving to the parking lot we saw an overseas shipping container filled with cardboard boxes of the prepared shoeboxes. Wow, what blessing to participate in this Christmas Joy!
Please pray for these shoeboxes.
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.asp?section=Operation+Christmas+Child
I heard second-hand that estimates are they processed 1.8 million shoeboxes.
Please review the 2004 Wycliffe Statistics below.
1. World Population: 6.4 billion
2. Number of languages currently spoken in the world: 6,913
[Ethnologue, 15th Edition, 2004]
3. Number of languages needing a translation project: 2,644
4. Number of language projects in progress worldwide: 1,678
5. Number of languages in which Wycliffe personnel are currently
involved in Bible translation, literacy, and/or preparatory linguistic work:
1,376 (82% of all translation projects; 1,376 of 1,678.)
6. Number of languages with some or all of the Bible: 2,355. Of these,
414 have an adequate Bible, 1,068 have an adequate New Testament, and 873
have at least one book of the Bible. [2003 statistics from the United Bible
Societies]
7. Number of new language programs begun in Bibleless language
communities worldwide since start of Vision 2025 (Oct 1999): 356 (93 in
2004) and 306 of those were with Wycliffe involvement (82 in 2004).
8. Number of translation products completed in 2004 with Wycliffe
personnel involvement: 2 Bibles; 6 New Testaments; 13 the JESUS film
scripts; 16 video scripts featuring the Gospel of Luke; 3 video scripts
featuring Genesis.
9. Number of languages where New Testaments and Bibles were completed
with Wycliffe personnel involved: 611 languages representing over 76 million
people.
10. Number of countries represented by the languages in which Wycliffe
staff are working: more than 70. This includes work among people who live
outside their traditional homeland.
11. Number of Wycliffe staff: There are 5,256 staff workers; 583 others
preparing for service. It is estimated that there are over 12,000 expatriate
and national workers from more than 60 different countries. Also, partner
organizations at the local, national, regional and international levels
include thousands of additional people committed to the language development
needs of minority peoples.
12. Number of organizations associated with Wycliffe International: 102
13. Number of personnel needed: 2,668 There are ongoing needs for
linguist/translators, literacy specialists, trainers, project managers,
computer specialists, accountants, administrators, and other support roles.
14. Comparison of time periods in which the greatest number of projects
were begun with Wycliffe personnel involvement: During 1990-1993 there were
98 total, averaging 25 per year. During 2001-2004 there were 254 total,
averaging 64 per year.
15. Comparison of single calendar years in which the greatest number of
projects were begun with Wycliffe personnel involvement: In 1986 there were
40 new projects; in 1991 there were 47 new projects; in 2000 there were 52
new projects; in 2003 there were 61 new projects; in 2004 there were 82 new
projects.
Friday, December 10, 2004
Sunday, November 07, 2004
Saturday, November 06, 2004
Friday, November 05, 2004
Carolina IT Support Group meeting this coming Tuesday
Dear HCFC IT Folks,
This was a JAARS Classified Ad.
I'll be going to the Oropesa on this night.
However, I think this would be a great place to network with IT Professionals.
Blessings,
Daniel "Dan" K. King
_________________________________________
O: 704-843-6419
Bldg: LSC-135-w
_________________________________________
----- Message from "Dan and Sharylee Zachary" <zachary@wbt.org> on Wed, 3 Nov 2004 08:42:55 -0500 -----
| Subject: | [JCL] CarolinaIT Support Group meeting this coming Tuesday |
If several want to go, we could carpool. Dan [Zachary].
Our regular monthly meeting will be NEXT TUESDAY.
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: 7224 Park Road, Charlotte, NC (Forest Hill Church)
Directions: http://www.CarolinaIT.org/Directions.asp
Topic: Voice over IP
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It will be a GREAT MEETING! We will have all of our usual GREAT things!
Music, food, door prizes, etc.
This is the big DONATION meeting folks. We need to break ALL PREVIOUS
RECORDS for giving! Please bring as much as you can to donate tot he
homeless, the food banks and the shelters! Don't forget old cell phones,
ink cartridges etc. WE need clothing, blankets, toys, school supplies etc.
If you just want to give a cash donation, you can donate at the meeting or
use the website (http://www.CarolinaIT.org). A donation item will give
Members an extra ticket for a chance to win a great DOOR PRIZE!
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I hope to see EVERYONE there!
Following is a link to this month's Culminis Compass! Please take a look
at it and find out what Culminis has been doing! It is fantastic!
The Culminis Compass - November 2004
View the full newsletter >>
http://www.culminis.com/Newsletters/november/index.htm
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Thanks!
Dave Sanders
President
Dan Zachary
JAARS ITS International E-mail Team
Thursday, November 04, 2004
Thursday, October 28, 2004
Monday, October 25, 2004
Prayer Partners update 10/25/04 j
1. WBT Vision 2025 is “Scripture translation progress in every language that needs it by the year 2025.” Please embrace this vision with me. If the Lord wills, we can partnership to grow God’s Kingdom through Bible Translation and the technology required.
2. Please pray for JAARS Computer Technical Conference. Web link: J A A R S: Computer Technical Conference 2004. Over 300 are registered. I will be volunteering in the kitchen and prayer ministry. Also, please pray for an Open Forum on 11/5 for the Enterprise Help Desk project, which I began that assignment last summer.
3. Thank the Lord for His provision and your continue support. The Lord has provided for the car repairs and replacing my eyeglasses. This has allowed me to stay focused on my ministry.
4. Please pray for travel mercies as I am planning to visit New Jersey on Thanksgiving after the conferences.
5. Also pray for the Calvary Kids Club on our Mid-Week services at my local church. The crafts were a hit with kids. We have been teaching with a theme about missions. The JAARS Center has a great Resource Room for these crafts.
6. Praise the Lord I was able to sell the church organ on eBay to a man who buys organs and donates them to needy churches.
7. Please pray as I seek the Lord’s direction for possible Short Term Mission trips.
8. I appreciate your pray help for these ministry items.
9. Please note my new phone number, (704) xxx-xxxx.
Tuesday, October 19, 2004
Thursday, October 14, 2004
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Monday, October 11, 2004
Prayer Partners update 10/11/04 s
Dear Prayer Partners,
At the beginning of last summer, I said I would volunteer at JAARS for the summer then seek the Lord for the next step. Now my venture of faith requires a new level of commitment. My plan is to apply for membership with Wycliffe Bible Translators next summer. I see a ministry opportunity to continue as a volunteer at JAARS until that time.
I am led to ask for your direct support with this ministry opportunity and to become a partner in it. If the Lord leads you, then please send your contributions to my home church, Calvary Chapel of Hammonton, NJ. This arrangement has been set up with the church if you could designate the checks to the ministry of Dan King.
In addition, I am also led to present to my donors my immediate expense needs. I accidentally ran over my eyeglasses. Estimated replacement costs and the exam is $320. My counseling agency is asking for a $65 donation per session. I estimate a need for 16 more sessions. My auto repairs are forcing me to seriously consider replacing my car. My brother has offered to assist me; however, I do foresee some expenses.
Next week I will be updating you with my assigned project at JAARS.
Blessings,
Daniel K. “Dan” King
JAARS, Inc.
Providing Technical Support to the Wycliffe Organizations
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Long-Term Volunteer to ITS/Help Desk
PO Box 248 Waxhaw, NC 28173-0248
(C: (609) 868-0054 (O: (704) 843-6419 (H: (704) 843-8074
:My home page http://www.geocities.com/kingdan61058/
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Sunday, October 10, 2004
Friday, October 01, 2004
Friday, September 24, 2004
Monday, September 20, 2004
Interesting item on eBay # 3749253355: Allen organ MDC Classic 20
Interesting item on eBay web site item# 3749253355: Allen organ MDC Classic 20
I saw this item for sale at eBay, The World's Online Marketplace TM, and thought that you might be interested.
Title of item: Allen organ MDC Classic 20
Seller: king_dan
Starts: Sep-20-04 09:00:00 PDT
Ends: Sep-27-04 09:00:00 PDT
Price: Starts at $100.00
To bid on the item, go to: http://cgi3.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?RedirectEnter&partner=777701&loc=http%3A%2F%2Fcgi%2Eebay%2Ecom%2Fws%2FeBayISAPI%2Edll%3FViewItem%26item%3D3749253355%26category%3D16219%26ssPageName%3DADME%3AB%3AEF%3AUS%3A1
Item Description:
Designed especially for the church musician, the MDC-20 Classic provides outstanding performance features at a very affordable cost.
Standard Features:
Fine all-wood walnut console
Single board plug-in MDC tone generation
61-note keyboards, 32-note concave radiating pedalboard
Multi-key transposer
Celeste Effects
Percussions-Carillon-Sustain
Five preset pistons plus cancel with digital readout
Separate Vibratos, Swelt and Great
Chiff
Ramdon Motion
Reverberation
Presense Projectors
Dual 40-watt amplifiers, eight speakers
Earphone Jack
http://www.allenorgan.com/
Options:
Finish in excellent condition
External speakers
Schulmerich electronic carillon for bells
http://www.schulmerichbells.com
Visit eBay, The World's Online Marketplace TM at http://www.ebay.com
I saw this item for sale at eBay, The World's Online Marketplace TM, and thought that you might be interested.
Title of item: Allen organ MDC Classic 20
Seller: king_dan
Starts: Sep-20-04 09:00:00 PDT
Ends: Sep-27-04 09:00:00 PDT
Price: Starts at $100.00
To bid on the item, go to: http://cgi3.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?RedirectEnter&partner=777701&loc=http%3A%2F%2Fcgi%2Eebay%2Ecom%2Fws%2FeBayISAPI%2Edll%3FViewItem%26item%3D3749253355%26category%3D16219%26ssPageName%3DADME%3AB%3AEF%3AUS%3A1
Item Description:
Designed especially for the church musician, the MDC-20 Classic provides outstanding performance features at a very affordable cost.
Standard Features:
Fine all-wood walnut console
Single board plug-in MDC tone generation
61-note keyboards, 32-note concave radiating pedalboard
Multi-key transposer
Celeste Effects
Percussions-Carillon-Sustain
Five preset pistons plus cancel with digital readout
Separate Vibratos, Swelt and Great
Chiff
Ramdon Motion
Reverberation
Presense Projectors
Dual 40-watt amplifiers, eight speakers
Earphone Jack
http://www.allenorgan.com/
Options:
Finish in excellent condition
External speakers
Schulmerich electronic carillon for bells
http://www.schulmerichbells.com
Visit eBay, The World's Online Marketplace TM at http://www.ebay.com
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