Pray! New Bible Provides Hope for the Warfighter
Military life can be stressful. Combat exposure, family separation, possible injury, and the threat of death constantly keep Military brothers and sisters on edge. These brave men and women need the comfort, peace, and strength that only comes from the Bible. That’s why American Bible Society’s Armed Services Ministry has just announced the launch of the Warfighter’s Study Bible, which…
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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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Psalms for Coping with Your Loved One’s Illness
You anxiously turn the doorknob, hoping that things will be better today. The door now open, you notice the half-eaten food, the water that is so hard to swallow. You study your loved one's face, looking for signs of vitality in sallow skin. You struggle to maintain your smile as you lean down toward the bed to give a kiss.…
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Washington News – Congress Considers Retirement Plans
As the election clock continues to race forward, the Senate Finance Committee this week passed several retirement plan bills.Many Americans have a 401(k) plan. With a traditional 401(k) plan, the employee may make tax free contributions and enjoy tax free growth. Distributions must commence after age 70½, with a starting payout rate of approximately 3.8% of the plan balance. Distribution…
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How to Engage Scripture on Your Daily Commute
The sun has just come up and already I'm feeling anxious, flustered, even exhausted. Not only do I have noise all around me, but I also deal with noise within me. The hustle and bustle of commuting only makes this worse. If I'm not careful, I will allow things to spiral downward resulting in a miserable day. Sometimes it's difficult…
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