Answered Prayer! All 17 Missionaries Have Been Released by Haitian Gang
Thank you for praying for the release of 17 missionaries kidnapped in Haiti this past October. God has answered our prayers! Five of the missionaries were released weeks ago. Today, we learned that the 12 remaining hostages are now free! We are so grateful to you, our prayer community, for boldly interceding on behalf of these precious lives. Because of…
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What Are the Benefits of a Charitable Gift Annuity With American Bible Society?
Why does a Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA) give you such a bang for your buck? Well first, because it’s not an investment—it’s better than an investment. Think of a CGA as a contract. You receive steady payments every year of your life at the same payout rate, regardless of the stock market’s performance.So what are the benefits of contributing to…
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Stations of the Cross: Bringing the Bible to Life
I don't always see Christ around me, especially in my daily grind. My workdays normally involve grabbing a cup of coffee, plugging away at deadlines and bantering with coworkers. Most of the time I am focused on the task, or person, right in front of me. I often lose sight of the sacred in the ordinary. But sometimes Christ's presence…
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Bible Verses to Help You Survive the Workweek
I've always gotten a kick out of the "Dilbert" comic strip. Cynical and indifferent about life, Dilbert, a middle-aged engineer, navigates everyday mishaps in his office—often stemming from interactions with his micromanaging boss. As I follow Dilbert through each scenario, I can't help but laugh. And sometimes, I can't help but relate. Why? Because every workplace has its "Dilbert moments"—head-scratching…
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Barak’s Bad Rap
Barak got a bad rap.We’re talking about the Israelite general sent into battle by Deborah, the only female judge in the book of Judges. Barak won a great battle against long odds, but most of us remember him as a coward. I believe that’s based on a serious misunderstanding of the Bible text.The story unfolds in Judges 4 and 5.…
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Washington News – IRS Customer Service Under Scrutiny
At a May 5 Taxpayer Advocate Service forum in Red Oak, Iowa, a panel including Senate Finance Committee member Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and National Taxpayer Advocate Nina Olson, discussed how the IRS can better assist taxpayers.“Taxpayers work hard to fulfill their tax obligations,” Grassley said. “The IRS needs to work just as hard to help people do that. When…
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Prayers to Overcome Your Stress and Worry
I have a friend with a knack for “rolling with the punches.” Life has thrown him some jabs—job and financial struggles, the divorce of his parents, health concerns for his spouse—but he never stops smiling. Every time he faces a stressful situation, he shrugs his shoulders and says, “That’s the way it goes.” I don’t know about you, but I’m…
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