What's inside
Prepare for war!
It has been reported, President Obama has given Benyamin Netanyahu assurances that he would supply him with war materials including super bunker-busters, provided Israel holds back from attacking Iran until after the US presidential election in November. Implicit in Obama’s assurances is the threat that if Israel attacks Iran and upsets Obama’s election prospects, Israel can expect “consequences” if Obama is re-elected.
What the Bible says about the Kingdom of Satan.
The Bible teaches that there are two spiritual kingdoms operating on planet earth. The Kingdom of God, and the kingdom of Satan. Both kingdoms have a direct influence on every part of planet earth. Both kingdoms are more powerful than natural man.
How do you sin against the Holy Spirit?
It is written that the only sin God does not forgive is when you sin against the Hole Spirit. How do you do that?
What the Bible says about hearing God speak
The art of communication is difficult. We all have had to combat misunderstandings and faced discouragement. We all have had cause to regret words spoken out of turn, and faced touchy reactions from those whom we thought would understand and allow our mistakes. There are four stages by which communication between two people can break down...
The incredible human brain
A typical, healthy one houses some 200 billion nerve cells, which are connected to one another via hundreds of trillions of synapses. Each synapse functions like a microprocessor, and tens of thousands of them can connect a single neuron to other nerve cells. In the cerebral cortex alone, there are roughly 125 trillion synapses, which is about how many stars fill 1,500 Milky Way galaxies.
What the Bible says about forgiveness
More often than not, we don't feel like forgiving those who wrong us, but forgiveness has nothing to do with our emotions. It is a choice and therefore involves the decision making part of our souls called the will.
What the Bible says about love deficits
In our secular society, love generally seems to be understood as a behavioral pattern that includes some form of sexual interaction. It is rapidly becoming less and less important as to whether that sexual interaction be between opposite genders, the same genders, or even humans with animals.
Financial Despair for Europe
After bailouts and countless summits, Greece remains in a mess and is still in danger of collapsing, and dragging down financiers and the European Union with it. Greece, with a national debt of over €350 billion has reached the point where its sovereign debt is equal to 166% of its annual GDP. Conditions for the people have deteriorated so much, that many are fleeing from the impossible and ruinous situation.
Remembering the first NZ Christmas
As New Zealanders we remember that Christmas is a very special time in our history - for it was on Christmas Day 1814 that the Christian message came to the shores of Aotearoa and became an intrinsic element of our country's story.
What the Bible says about rejection
Every human on earth suffers, in some form or other, from rejection. Often it is difficult to put a finger on where it comes from and what it does, although rejection is more evident by its fruit than its roots. It produces a twisted form of wounding in us, which almost always has nothing to do with the original cause. Its roots are often shadowy and vague, and can prove most elusive to locate.
My future...
In today’s Think Time, I want to lay out a few thoughts, and words that the Holy Spirit has been sharing with me.
Firstly: Much of my life is now past. What happens next may well be my last opportunity to do something for God while still on this planet, so I intend to make the most of it.
Sex, alcohol, drugs and youth
A Timaru gynaecologist wants a campaign against promiscuity after encountering a shocking number of pregnant patients who cannot remember whom they had sex with.
Amazing facts about Israel
Israel is the only country that entered the 21st century with a net gain in its number of trees, even more remarkable -- in an area that’s mainly desert. Over 90% of Israeli homes use solar energy for hot water, the highest percentage in the world. Israel will be the first country to host a national electric car network. Israel is ranked in the top five Cleantech countries of the world, and operates the world’s largest desalinization plant.
What the Bible says about the principles of relationship & authority
There are two principles upon which all of creation runs. One is the principle of relationship; the other is the principle of authority. Wherever we go in creation we will find these two principles working together. Indeed, one will never be found without the other.
What the Bible says about suicide
The bad news and the good news...
The bad news, should you succeed in killing yourself - You continue to live!
You are a three part being made up of spirit, soul and body. When you suicide, only your body ceases to exist. Your soul and spirit remain alive.
What's wrong with my baby?
I left my husband to it. He seemed tired and I knew if he had the morning to himself he'd feel better by lunchtime… "Don't worry about the dishes," I said. It would be nice to come home to a clean kitchen and I was hopeful, although I knew it didn't matter…
Are the twilight books and movies OK?
Hi, do you have any opinions, imformation or coments on the latest rage, the Twilight books and movies on modern day vampires, all the young people are takling about them. thanks...
