Bringing the Hope of Scripture to Deaf People in Peru
Every person deserves a chance to understand God’s Word in their language. For Deaf people in Peru that means hearing the gospel in Peruvian Sign Language. In 2017, Peruvian Bible Society (PBS) began translating Scripture into Peruvian Sign Language—the heart language for approximately 167,000 Deaf people in that nation. So far, they have translated and recorded 16 Bible stories. These…
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Washington News – Protecting Your Tax Records from Hurricane Matthew
As Hurricane Matthew pummels eastern Florida, Georgia and South Carolina, the IRS published IR-2016-128 to show you how to protect tax records. Emergency Plans — Both individuals and businesses should have an emergency plan. Many persons and businesses in the direct path of Hurricane Matthew have been ordered to evacuate. You should plan an evacuation route in the event that…
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Psalms of Comfort for Facing a Loved One’s Addiction
You walk up the driveway, praying that today will be different. You open the door and spot your loved one on the couch, the once familiar sparkle in their eyes now gone. You stand in the doorway, wishing it was time to leave. Hovering by the couch, you think of some light pleasantries. But, instead, you say nothing. It's too…
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Find Assurance as You Wait for God’s Answers
I'm a person who answers texts, replies to tweets, and reacts to Facebook posts immediately. A friend of mine is the same way. We start texting about the Detroit Tigers' game, and the texts fly back and forth. It makes me thankful for unlimited messaging. I'd like God to answer instantly too. But there are times he doesn't. With God,…
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Ignatian Contemplation: How to Read the Bible with Your Imagination
I heard that Jesus would be here today. His name was spreading like locusts through the seaport villages of Galilee. It was accompanied by words like healer, teacher, prophet, some even said Messiah. For the first time in years I felt hope stirring inside me. For twelve years I have suffered severe bleeding, like a tight fist gripping inside my…
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Where can I find good Bible resources online?
As we lead people into Bible engagement, there’s one great blessing we shouldn’t ignore: the text itself is readily available online. Bible Search, Bible Gateway, YouVersion and other services offer a free Scripture library unimaginable even thirty years ago. While our own Bible Resource Center provides a variety of articles and handouts for all levels of Bible study, it’s still…
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How to Read the Bible so It Transforms You
Have you ever read a book at just the right time? Every now and again, I come across a piece of fiction that speaks directly to me. The themes and characters give me insight and wisdom. The writing challenges my presumptions, prompting me to take action. It answers my questions and raises new ones. I finish grateful to the author…
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