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Posted by admin | Jun 30th, 2009
The Bible Slam: Genesis Chapter 37
This chapter focuses on Joseph, the second youngest son of Jacob/Israel. Jacob (aka Israel) favors this boy and gives him a coat of many colors. Joseph has dreams in which his brothers bow down to him, which gets his brothers angry. They dump him in a well, where he is found by Midianites merchantmen, who either sell him to some Ishmeelites or to an Egyptian officer for Pharaoh (there are conflicting...
Posted by God Discussion Reporter | Jun 30th, 2009
Arab Woman Blasts Islam and Supernatural, Hateful Beliefs
A secular Arab woman says Islam is an primitive hate religion and states many of the same points that critics of Christianity have said. She says the clashes in the world today are not about religion, but they are about medieval mentality vs. 21st century mentality.
The Arab-American psychologist Wafa Sultan appeared on Al-Jareeza TV in February 2006. She does not believe in the supernatural and is called...
Posted by God Discussion Reporter | Jun 30th, 2009
Female Genital Mutilation Spreading in Europe
Russia Today reports that with the spread of immigration to European countries, the Muslim religious communities associated with Africa, the Middle East and South-East Asia are spreading the practice of female genital mutilation at an alarming rate. Despite protests by European doctors and lawyers, the practice continues because of arguments for cultural tradition and freedom of religion.
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Posted by God Discussion Reporter | Jun 30th, 2009
Church Reactions to Michael Jackson's Death
The funeral has not taken place yet, but Pastor Bill Keller of Live Prayer online church has sent out a press release, claiming that Michael Jackson is in hell. He blasts Jackson for growing up as a Jehovah Witness (a cult, according to Keller) and discounts the rock star's charitable works. With no sympathy to the Jackson family, who has not buried their son yet, Keller writes in his press release:
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Posted by God Discussion Reporter | Jun 30th, 2009
Smoldering Barbeque Pit Torches Church
A Baptist church in San Antonio caught fire this weekend. Fire fighters believe that a smoldering barbeque pit may be to blame.
The fire resulted in about $12,000 in damages.
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Posted by God Discussion Reporter | Jun 30th, 2009
Some Positive Christian News: Faith In Action
VISTA, Calif., June 25 /Christian Newswire/ — The third annual "Faith In Action Sunday" — which challenges churches to literally close their doors on a Sunday morning and go out and serve their communities — will take place on Oct. 11 this year.
Photo: A young member of CloudBreak Church in San Diego helps with a clean-up effort in his community during "Faith in Action Sunday"...
Posted by God Discussion Reporter | Jun 30th, 2009
PRESS RELEASE: Texas School District Has No Right To Force Native American Boy To Cut Hair, Says Americans United
Watchdog Group Says Private Religious Activity In School Is Protected
(June 26, 2009 – Americans United for Separation of Church and State) – Officials at a Texas public school have no right to force a Native American elementary school student to cut his hair, which he wears long for religious reasons, says Americans United for Separation of Church and State.
Americans United today filed a friend-of-the-court...
Posted by admin | Jun 30th, 2009
God Laughs and Plays – Churchless Sermons in Response to the Preachments of the Fundamentalist Right
God Laughs and Plays Churchless Sermons in Response to the Preachments of the Fundamentalist Right
The most important book on religion this year, perhaps this decade. – The Literary Spirituality Review
In this multiple award-winning and bestselling diagnosis of the contemporary American spirit, David James Duncan suggests that the de facto political party embodied by the so-called Christian Right...
Posted by admin | Jun 30th, 2009
Destined to Reign – The Secret to Effortless Success, Wholeness and Victorious Living
Destined to Reign The Secret to Effortless Success Wholeness and Victorious Living
Discover the secret of reigning over every adversity, lack and destructive habit that is limiting you from experiencing the success, wholeness and victory that you were destined to enjoy.
Find out how it is not about what you have to do, but what has already been done. It is not about...
Posted by admin | Jun 30th, 2009
Quiverfull – Inside the Christian Patriarchy Movement
Quiverfull Inside the Christian Patriarchy Movement
A journalist's investigation of a Christian Right movement in which women put their fertility in the service of a patriarchal culture war
Fundamentalist Christianity may lose some access to power in the next election, but it has long-term plans. In this fascinating look at the new generation of fundamentalist Christian women, journalist...
Posted by admin | Jun 30th, 2009
The Power of Soul – The Way to Heal, Rejuvenate, Transform and Enlighten
The Power of Soul The Way to Heal Rejuvenate Transform and Enlighten All Life Soul Power Series
In the twentieth century, mind over matter was emphasized. In the twenty-first century, soul over matter will transform all life.
The Power of Soul reveals divine soul secrets, wisdom, knowledge, and practices to transform the consciousness of humanity and all souls,...
Posted by admin | Jun 30th, 2009
Theological Political Treatise – Gebhardt Edition
Theological Political Treatise Gebhardt Edition
Rational examination of the Old Testament to show that freedom of thought and speech is consistent with the religious life. True religion consists in practice of simple piety, independent of philosophical speculation. Also unfinished essay on theory of government founded on common consent. One of Spinoza's most important...
Posted by admin | Jun 29th, 2009
The Bible Slam: Genesis Chapter 36
This chapter is devoted to the genealogy of Esau — Jacob (Israel)'s older twin brother — and his multiple wives and concubines. He is also called "Edom." Some of these offspring are called dukes in the King James translation.
Anah is a popular name in the Esau genealogy. There is Anah the daughter of Zibeon the Hivite, Anah the son of Seir the Horite. In the midst of this...
Posted by God Discussion Reporter | Jun 29th, 2009
Christian Anti-Defamation Commission Defames Obama
The Christian Anti-Defamation Commission claims that President Obama is not a Christian. The group calls the president a "fake Christian" and claims:
Built on a foundation of radical Black Liberation Theology, theological liberalism and post-modernism, Obama is undermining historic, biblical Christianity while claiming his is a Christian. In the process, he is defaming the Christian faith.
By declaring...
Posted by God Discussion Reporter | Jun 29th, 2009
Bibles and Guns at Church
A Kentucky minister says that it is perfectly okay to take guns to church. The right to bear arms in church ignited controversy, with other churches hosting counter events.
Approximately 200 persons attended the Open Carry celebration at the New Bethel Church in Louisville. The church's pastor says that Open Carry was a church-sponsored event and was not a religious service. Gun safety and other...
Posted by admin | Jun 29th, 2009
Proclamation for Morality Issued by Sally Kern
Last year, Oklahoma's representative Sally Kern said that gays were terrorists. Now, she has issued a "Proclamation for Morality," which blames gays, people who participate in abortion, divorce and the lack of Christian faith for the economic downturn.
The PDF of her proclamation, titled "Oklahoma Citizens' Proclamation for Morality," can be viewed here. For your convenience,...
Posted by God Discussion Reporter | Jun 29th, 2009
PRESS RELEASE: Americans United Urges Attorney General to Act On Unlawful 'Earmark' Funding Of Nine Religious Institutions
(June 24, 2009 – Americans United for Separation of Church and State) – Americans United for Separation of Church and State today asked U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to terminate or investigate nine federal grants awarded to faith-based groups that proselytize and that discriminate in hiring.
In the 2008 fiscal year, Congress approved earmarks that directed the U.S. Department of Justice to...
Posted by admin | Jun 29th, 2009
Tuesdays with Morrie – An Old Man a Young Man and Lifes Greatest Lesson
Tuesdays with Morrie An Old Man a Young Man and Lifes Greatest Lesson
It's been ten years since Mitch Albom first shared the wisdom of Morrie Schwartz with the world. Now–twelve million copies later–in a new afterword, Mitch Albom reflects again on the meaning of Morrie's life lessons and the gentle, irrevocable impact of their Tuesday sessions...
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