God’s Presence Assuages Fear: Isaiah 41:10 NKJV
Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10 NKJV Because God promises to be with us, we can rest in his presence and strength and resist the temptation to fear. …
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Following the Footsteps of Christ
Vatican City--“It was a September day when the loving face of God crossed my path and invited me to follow him.” Cardinal O’Malley quoted Pope Franics’ words at a special forum American Bible Society hosted to commemorate the first anniversary of his Pontificate. “His favorite painting is Caravaggio’s ‘The Calling of St. Matthew,’” continued Cardinal O’Malley, one of eight special…
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Leaving on a Jet Plane
Philadelphia—I’m sitting on the runway waiting to fly to Rome. I’m not looking forward to the near-nine hour flight, but I am excited about what comes after that. Because after that, I'll be going to Vatican City, staying at the Domus Sanctae Marthae—the hotel where Pope Francis lives—and eating in the cafeteria where Il Papa takes his meals. I am…
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How Much Bible is in the Film Noah?
So, it’s the question everyone’s asking: Will artistic interpretation trump biblical accuracy in Darren Aronofsky’s new film Noah? It’s a valid question. But maybe, just maybe, we could ask a better question: How can we interact with the story of Noah—as it’s presented on the big screen AND in the Bible? According to pre-release buzz, the film, set to debut…
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Plugged In: For Better or for Worse?
A new study by the Barna Group shows that Americans are tethered to their tablets, cell phones and laptops like never before. This reality has changed the way Americans view relationships, faith and work. The study, released March 11, shows that we experience life through a digital lens, sometimes for better and sometimes for worse. Here are a few top…
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