#christian practice

[compassionmattersmost]

The Enduring Light of Tibetan Buddhism: Lessons for Christian Practitioners

Fostering Compassionate Unity in Christian Practice Introduction I thank God that Tibetan Buddhism still survives. Tibetan Buddhists are some of the most sincere, authentic, and compassionate practitioners of spiritual principles. Their presence is a blessing to the world, offering a guiding light in times of darkness and uncertainty. By exploring their teachings, we can find ways to enhance…

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Why I'll Be in Church This Sunday

Why I’ll Be in Church This Sunday

Inside Church view at Water Baptism. Photo by Agapeoc [CC BY-SA 3.0] via Wikimedia

There have been a flurry of reports and articles about the decline in church membership and attendance. The only category that seems to be rising is the “nones,” those who claim no affiliation, even if they would consider themselves “spiritual.” My work takes me into a number of different congregations, and my own…

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[jasrandal]

Know what to do with God's word

Know what to do with God's word - #anger #obedience #sharing

James’s three-pronged advice appears, at first glance, to help improve human relationships. It certainly would improve them, were we to apply it to how we deal with others. Not a few sermons and classes take this approach. But attention to context places us on a different plane.

Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; James 1.19.

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[monteleerice]

Our acts define us: Reflection on Grimes' Beginnings in Ritual Studies

Our acts define us: Reflection on Grimes’ Beginnings in Ritual Studies

I’ve just started reading Ronald Grimes early ground-breaking work in ritual studies (1st ed. 1982), Beginnings in Ritual Studies.  In popular thinking, the notion of “ritual” is often negatively appreciated as empty routine actions.  Yet the truth is, ”ritual” permeates all human life, such as daily getting up on a fixed schedule, then bathing and dressing in certain manners.  Related to…

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[artofthechristianninja]

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    Exciting News! My latest book “The Foundations: An Introduction to What a Christian Needs, Knows & Does” now available for download on your e-reader — and it’s FREE!

Click here to go to the download page to learn more: https://artofthechristianninja.com/my-books/

Introduction:

Jesus, in John 10:10, says that He has come to give His followers an “abundant life.” His promise doesn’t mean a life…

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[govie28]

Igniting the Power of the Holy Ghost: Part One The Spirit of Life is the full expression of God’s glory. The Holy Spirit is the third person of the trinity, and like the Father and Son possesses all authority and dominion.

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Overcoming Darkness: Standing Strong in Evil Times

Overcoming Darkness: Standing Strong in Evil Times

Never think that you are a victim of the forces of darkness. To do so is to undermine the greatness of God within you. The forces of darkness are determined to kill, steal and destroy lives throughout the world. The forces of darkness don’t want to see people unite and live in peace. The forces of God don’t want the glory of God to be revealed in the earth.

Satan fights day and night to keep…

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[frcathie]

Thank

Today is the day. Giving thanks is the whole point of this gathering. And when we are in the midst of people we may not know well, or people we may dread discussing certain topics with, it is good to remember. All week I have been posting about holy conversation, about how actually talking with each other, instead of avoiding hard topics, might make the world a little better, might bring us all a…

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