Wisdom for the asking

Father, I ask you to give us a generous amount of wisdom today to guide us through decisions and circumstances, without rebuke or blame.

He gives grace

Ask questions

101 Questions to Ask Before You Get Engaged By H. Norman Wright / Harvest House Publishers Wise guidance before you make that decision! Are you ready to walk down the aisle? Deciding who you are going to spend the rest of your life with is a huge decision. Be sure to get to know your partner before you take the big plunge. In 101 Questions to Ask Before You Get Engaged, couples counselor Norm Wright steers you through a series of questions concerning spirituality, finances, family of origin, past relationships, and annoying habits. A dynamic book for anyone seeking God's guidance in finding a lifetime companion that will last a lifetime. Learn more.

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Miss hearing the old hymns? Listen to the Bible Broadcasting Network (BBN Radio) through the Internet in English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, or Korean. Go to bbnradio.org to download the app or listen on the web.

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Remind all we are one nation under God

Pledge of Allegiance Framed Art By Carpentree, Inc. Handsomely displayed American flag and the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag in classic, elegant design for school, university, public building, political office, or patriotic home décor. Learn more. Dimensionally detailed; 24.5" x 20" with shaded vintage matting. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, ONE NATION UNDER GOD, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.

You are not alone

"And the Lord, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed" —Deuteronomy 31:8

Verse 1
I’ve seen the lightning flashing,
  And heard the thunder roll;
I’ve felt sin’s breakers dashing,
  Trying to conquer my soul;
I’ve heard the voice of Jesus,
  Telling me still to fight on;
He promised never to leave me,
  Never to leave me alone.

Chorus
No, never alone,
  No, never alone,
He promised never to leave me,
  Never to leave me alone;
No, never alone,
  No, never alone,
He promised never to leave me,
    Never to leave me alone.

Verse 2
The world’s fierce winds are blowing,
  Temptations are sharp and keen;
I feel a peace in knowing
  My Savior stands between;
He stands to shield me from danger,
  When earthly friends are gone,
He promised never to leave me,
  Never to leave me alone.

Verse 3
When in affliction’s valley,
  I’m treading the road of care,
My Savior helps me to carry
  My cross when heavy to bear;
My feet entangled with briars,
  Ready to cast me down;
My Savior whispered His promise,
  Never to leave me alone.

Verse 4
He died for me on the mountain,
  For me they pierced His side,
For me He opened that fountain,
  The crimson, cleansing tide;
For me He waiteth in glory,
  Seated upon His throne;
He promised never to leave me,
  Never to leave me alone.

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Christian home decor

As for Me and My House—Mirror By P Graham Dunn Inc. Unique Christian witness statement for your home! Our grand, carved Gothic mirror will become the focal point of your room. Beautiful wood design is hand-sanded, hand-finished, and hand-assembled by members of the Amish and Mennonite communities in Ohio, USA. This high quality mirror is crafted from a single piece of wood and detailed with pepperberry carving at the three corners. Scripture passage is taken from Joshua 24:15 and is engraved in stylistic, complementary font design.  The Scripture reads: As for me and my house we will serve the Lord. Dimensions: approximately 36.25" x 27.25". Designed to match any home décor. Safely hang this frame using the mounts that are cut into the back of the mirror. Learn more.

Amen!

Anger is a choice

"A soft answer turneth away wrath:
but grievous words stir up anger."
—Proverbs 15:1

Solomon, the wisest man in the world, said, "He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city" (Proverbs 16:32). Those are pretty strong words! The Apostle Paul admonished us: "But now ye also put off all these; anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy communication out of your mouth" (Colossians 3:8).

Anger is a choice—a decision we make. We can choose to control it or we can choose to let it run wild. It can damage relationships, putting us in danger at work, at school, with authorities and especially at home, with those we love most.

Decide now to put an end to anger. Pray this prayer:

Heavenly Father,

Without your help, I will never win this battle with rage. But your Word says, “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.”

I am counting on your strength to help me ward off anger. I renounce it in Jesus’ Name. I repent of holding on to anger and giving the devil a foothold in my life and relationships.

I am determined to follow your Word, to study it, memorize it, meditate on it, and declare it until you have renewed my mind, giving me the mind of Christ – a mind at peace with God, at peace with myself, and at peace with others. This is possible only through the shedding of your blood, the atoning of my sin on the Cross, for which I am eternally grateful.

I submit myself wholeheartedly to your grace and forgiveness. Teach me to be your disciple. Give me godly leaders to follow and a Church Body to walk alongside. I receive from you the ability to put away anger!

In Jesus’ Name, Amen!

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Anger Is a Choice By Tim LaHaye & Bob Phillips / Zondervan Whether you fear your own rage or that of others, discover how to keep anger under instead of in control. Best-selling authors LaHaye and Phillips provide "Anger Inventory" and other exercises that offer healing for damaged relationships. Understand where anger comes from, how it does or doesn't show, and what you can do about it. Paperback. Learn more.

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When it comes to school, there's no place like home!

When it comes to school, there's no place like home...especially in light of all these school shootings. Make a statement. Teach your kids at home, at least until they can put an end to these shootings and guarantee your children's and their teachers' safety.

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Hope for the hurting

I Don't Want a Divorce, repackaged: A 90-Day Guide to Saving Your Marriage By Dr. David Clarke & William G. Clarke / Revell Build a brand new marriage with your spouse in just 90 days. In I Don't Want A Divorce, Dr. David Clarke presents a 90-day plan using Scripture, humor, and personal stories. Whatever the issue is in your marriage — communication, the kids, poor attitudes — you can put your marriage relationship on the road to recovery even if you're the only one committed to change. Thousands of couples in marriages that are on the brink of divorce will never enter a therapist's office. For others, it's too late by the time they do agree to come. But for more than twenty years, David Clarke has seen marriages turn around in just three months. In I Don't Want a Divorce, he takes his practical plan and presents it using wit, Scripture, and personal stories to help couples turn difficult marriages into great ones. Whether the issue is communication, the kids, negative attitudes, or even serious sin, Clarke's personalized approach will put readers on the road to a great marriage. Give it a try! Author Bio Dr. David Clarke is a Christian psychologist and speaker and the author of ten books, including Kiss Me Like You Mean It and Married but Lonely. A graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and Western Conservative Baptist Seminary, he has been in full-time private practice for over twenty years. He lives in Florida. William G. Clarke has been a marriage and family therapist for over thirty years. A former Campus Crusade for Christ director and founder of the Marriage and Family Enrichment Center, he lives in Florida.

Have you talked to Mom lately?

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Like Mother, Like Daughter: Stories about the Special Bond between Mothers and Daughters - eBook

Vocal coaching on a budget

Teaching Kids to Sing, Volumes 1 & 2—DVDs & CD By Chris & Carole Beatty / Vocal Coach Over 2 million Vocal Coach products sold! Interactive and fun, The Teaching Kids to Sing Series will help parents, teachers, and choir directors train the singers of tomorrow! 3 Disc DVD/CD Set: 1. Building Foundations That Last DVD Posture Breathing Tone Warm ups and more 2. Essential Skills for Growing Voices DVD Rhythm Diction Dynamics Vocal health and more 3. Teaching Kids to Sing Accompaniment Tracks CD 26 demo & accompaniment tracks Two DVDs taught by Chris and Carole Beatty will instruct children on posture, breathing, tone, rhythm, diction, and dynamics. 26 accompaniment tracks for all exercises and songs allow students to practice and sing along. Learn more.

God's Word is forever

"The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever." —Isaiah 40:8 KJV

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Let the Lord have his way

Here's a great song to sing, especially when teaching the story of Esther but it's also great for adults and for any occasion.

Let the Lord have his way
in your life every day.
There’s no rest, there’s no peace,
until the Lord has his way.
Place your life in his Hand.
Rest secure in his plan.
Let the Lord, let the Lord have his way.

The illustrated songbook is no longer available. However, piano music for this song and 60 other children's songs can be found in Growing Songs for Children Book 1, which is available through Child Evangelism Fellowship: https://cefpress.com/kids-sing-the-good-news-2-cd.html

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Be Committed (Ruth & Esther): Doing God's Will Whatever the Cost - eBook By David C. Cook For both Ruth and Esther, God used stressful circumstances to bring about His eternal purposes. Ruth's committment to the God of Naomi affected every generation to come, as she became an ancestor of King David and more importantly, Jesus Christ. Esther's obedience led to the preservation of her people at a moment in history when all seemed lost. The stories of Ruth and Esther will make you contemplate: Would I trust God enough to do what they did? Go chapter by chapter through the books of Ruth and Esther to see how the lives of these two remarkable women epitomize the type of faith that glorifies God. Author Bio Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe is an internationally known Bible teacher and the former pastor of The Moody Church in Chicago. For ten years he was associated with the Back to the Bible radio broadcast, first as Bible teacher and then as general director. Dr. Wiersbe has written more than 160 books, including the popular "BE" series of Bible commentaries, which has sold more than four million copies. He and his wife, Betty, live in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Passion-filled, soul-winning stories

Compelled to Tell: A Fascinating Journey from a New York Dead-End Street to a Lifetime of Ministry and Soul Winning - eBook By Claire Wilmerton Goodwin / WestBow Press Compelled to Tell will catapult you through riveting experiences and intrigue as Claire Goodwin’s struggling, dead-end beginning quickly grows past fear and fighting, danger and murder, into a God-directed life, filled with adventure and thrill. Tears mingle with joy, as heaven supernaturally shapes her life for marriage, ministry, and soul winning. Compelled to Tell is the biography of a burden that will captivate the heart of any who long to find God’s will and to become an instrument in his hands. If a spiritual fire is growing inside your being and you hunger for more of God’s power to work in your life, then this book is for you. If you long for something to set aflame a passion for souls, you’ve found it! Get ready to dig in and absorb the heartbeat of this book. Learn more.

Author Bio
Claire Goodwin was born and raised in Queens, New York City, where her dad served 20 years with NYPD 110th Precinct. For forty years, she taught and lived personal evangelism at Free Gospel Bible Institute, just outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Claire is the author of Each One Reach One. She conducts personal evangelism workshops and seminars, and also speaks at churches and women's retreats. Together, she and her husband continue to reach out whenever they are out and about and have also ministered in local churches and nursing homes. She and her husband Bob now reside in McKinney, Texas, and enjoy visiting with their five grown children, 15 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

God leads us along

"A man's heart deviseth his way: but the Lord directeth his steps." —Proverbs 16:9 KJV

God is in control. Do your best, then trust Him to do the rest!

Verse 1
In shady, green pastures, so rich and so sweet,
God leads His dear children along;
Where the water’s cool flow bathes the weary one’s feet,
God leads His dear children along.

Refrain
Some through the waters, some through the flood,
Some through the fire, but all through the blood;
Some through great sorrow, but God gives a song,
In the night season and all the day long.

Verse 2
Sometimes on the mount where the sun shines so bright,
God leads His dear children along;
Sometimes in the valley, in darkest of night,
God leads His dear children along.

Verse 3
Though sorrows befall us and evils oppose,
God leads His dear children along;
Through grace we can conquer, defeat all our foes,
God leads His dear children along.

Verse 4
Away from the mire, and away from the clay,
God leads His dear children along;
Away up in glory, eternity’s day,
God leads His dear children along.

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VeggieTales Collector's Series

All the Shows, Volume 1: 1993-1999 By Big Idea Introduce a new generation to the signature shows from the early years of the VeggieTales! Includes "Where's God When I'm S-Scared?"; "God Wants Me to Forgive Them?"; "Are You My Neighbor?"; "Rack, Shack, and Benny"; "Dave and the Giant Pickle"; "The Toy That Saved Christmas"; "Josh and the Big Wall"; "Madame Blueberry"; and two more. Approx. 5.25 hours total.

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12 ways to keep your church alive

Autopsy of a Deceased Church: 12 Ways to Keep Yours Alive By Thom S. Rainer / B&H Books * Decline is not an event. It's a process. * Churches all across America are slowly dying. * Do you know how to keep yours alive? * For pastor and church member No one wants to see a church die. And yet, far too many churches are dying. For more than twenty-five years, Dr. Thom Rainer has helped churches grow, reverse the trends of decline, and has autopsied those that have died. From this experience, he has discovered twelve consistent themes among those churches that have died. Yet, it's not gloom and doom because from those twelve themes, lessons on how to keep your church alive have emerged. Whether your church is vibrant or dying, whether you are a pastor or a church member, Autopsy of a Deceased Church will walk you through the radical paths necessary to keep your church alive to the glory of God and advancement of Christ's Kingdom! Learn more. Author Bio Thom S. Rainer is the president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources, one of the largest Christian resource companies in the world. Also a respected pastor and researcher, he has written more than twenty books and coauthored the No. 1 best seller Simple Church. Rainer and his wife, Nellie Jo, have three grown sons, several grandchildren, and live in Nashville, Tennessee.