I ran across this the other day.  I'm not sure of the author...Why did Jesus fold the linen burial cloth after His resurrection? I never noticed this....The Gospel of John (20:7) tells us that the napkin, which was placed over the face of Jesus, was not just thrown aside like the grave clothes.The Bible takes an entire verse to tell us that the napkin was neatly folded, and was placed at the head

Studies indicate that first-time visitors will decide within the first 10 minutes whether to return to a church. Here are several areas where a church should make sure it's sending the right message:WEB SITE - Your Web site is the front door to your church. It should be attractive, provide helpful content and be updated regularly.SIGNAGE - Too many church signs are inadvertantly saying things the church

I've been enjoying for some time, the ministry of a pentecostal missionary to Russia.  He has a daily devotional that I've subscribed to - - and if you're like me, you'll enjoy letting Rick share it with you via his short daily video.Check out:  http://www.lightsource.com/ministry/refuel-with-rick/Rick Renner is a prolific author and a highly respected Bible teacher and leader in the international

Caroline is a pillar in the Assembly in Edgemont.  She has served as the temporary church treasurer for the past 68 years.  She's my hero!! On March 29th, she will celebrate 4 anniversaries:Her 95th birthday!!Fifty years ago this day she walked into the present building at Edgemont - - so the church is celebrating 50 years!39 years ago this date, she was totally healed of cancer.It’s been 80 years

* Your fences need to be horse-high, pig-tight and bull-strong.    * Keep skunks and bankers and lawyers at a distance.     * Life is simpler when you plow around the stump.  * A bumble bee is considerably faster than a John Deere tractor. * Words that soak into your ears are whispered...not yelled.   * Meanness don't jes' happen overnight.  * Forgive your enemies. It messes up their heads. 

The only survivor of a shipwreck was washed up on a small, uninhabited island. He prayed feverishly for God to rescue him. Every day he scanned the horizon for help, but none seemed forthcoming. Exhausted, he eventually managed to build a little hut out of driftwood to protect him from the elements, and to store his few possessions. One day, after scavenging for food, he arrived home to find his little

Rev. David Wilkerson has come out with an Urgent Message to the church.http://davidwilkersontoday.blogspot.com/2009/03/urgent-message.html

NUMBER 5:   They told me at the Blood Bank this might happen.  NUMBER 4:  'This is just a 15 minute power nap they raved about in the time-management course you sent me to.  NUMBER 3: 'Whew! Guess I left the top off the White-out. You probably got here just in time!  NUMBER 2: Did you ever notice sound coming out of these keyboards when you put your ear down real close?  NUMBER 1: And MY all

Today was a day when I really needed to see this.  There are times when we get so busy doing ministry that we forget what ministry is all about.  The video is about 8 minutes long, but well worth the investment.  May the Lord help us to keep our focus on the real ministry!!