Victorian Tea Parties with a Purpose
"The very act of preparing and serving tea encourages conversation. The little spaces in time created by teatime rituals call out to be filled with conversation. Even the tea itself--warm and comforting-inspires a feeling of relaxation and trust that fosters shared confidences."(Emilie Barnes, "If Teacups Could Talk")
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Share Your Home and Heart
No matter how beautiful or warm a church building, it cannot match the intimacy and comfort a home offers. God wants us to surrender our residences to Him because He wants to use our resources to introduce people to Him, then lead them to the church.
I (Barbara) like what my husband, Howard, says about our role in witnessing: "The... >Read More
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Fifteen Minutes of Daily Discipline
Every Christian needs to integrate revival prayer into the daily walk with Christ. David Bryant suggests fifteen minutes (or more) "daily discipline". In this example, the fifteen minutes are divided among seven key areas:
Rejoice (one minute) - praise God for what He has done, is doing, and is getting ready to do in world revival.
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31 Ways to Pray for our Youth
1. Pray for a spirit of Humility.
"The willingness to submit" (James 4:10)
2. Pray for a spirit of Reverence.
"The fear of the Lord." (Proverbs 9:10)
3. Pray for a spirit of Purity.
"A desire to be clean." (Matthew 5:8)
4. Pray for a spirit of Purpose.
"A wisdom to set goals." (Proverbs 4:25)
5. Pray for a spirit of Simplicity.
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Coffee Parties That Count
Looking for a new way to reach out and share the Good News with your friends and neighbours? How about a small get-together in your own home or the home a friend?
A coffee party that counts is an informal, nonthreatening gathering attended by non-Christians who have come as guests of Christian friends. The event involves special activities (such...... >Read More
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20 Conversation Starters
Transitions you can use to turn a conversation to spiritual things:
People invest time and energy into developing their career, their bodies and relationships, but often neglect the spiritual dimension of their lives. How do you actively pursue spiritual growth?
Do you think much about spiritual things? (This usually leads to conversation about...... >Read More
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A Seven Day Walk with the Shepherd
"The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake." Psalm 23:1-3
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by life and the load you alone must carry? This emotion nearly paralyzed me... >Read More
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