Celebrating International Mother Language Day and Bible Translation Work
On February 21, 1952, Bangladeshi students at Dhaka University set out to do something remarkable—preserve their beloved mother language of Bengali. They protested the current language policy which established Urdu as the only language to be taught in schools. Sadly, four students lost their lives that day. In 1999, the United Nations Education, Science and Cultural Organization declared February 21,…
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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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Overwhelmed by Choices? Bible Verses Can Bring You Peace
Have you ever heard about the paradox of choice? It's the idea that, when faced with a bounty of choices, humans tend to take approximately an eternity to decide—and sometimes we'll just forego making a decision altogether. It's what happens when you visit a diner with a 25-page menu and plead with the waiter, I don't know. I can't choose!…
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Bible Reading Strategies for the Five Seasons
Churches have five seasons of the year: SeptemberAdvent/ChristmasJanuaryLent/EasterSummerYes, that’s a simplification, and it wanders from the liturgical calendar that governs many churches, but when it comes to planning new things for your congregation—new campaigns, emphases, programs, even preaching themes—these five seasons generally emerge with unique properties.1. September is a time of new routines.Kids are back in school. People are back…
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Washington News – Olympic Awards Tax Free
With a September 29 voice vote, the Senate passed the USA Olympians and Paralympians Act (H.R. 5946). The bill has been sent to President Obama, who is expected to sign it next week.The act in the Senate companion legislation was cosponsored by Sens. John Thune (R-SD) and Chuck Schumer (D-NY).Many U.S. Olympic athletes were recently awarded medals in Rio de…
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