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Miami Dolphins 2014 Season Preview

Jonathan Ebanks
11 Sep 2014
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The Dolphins are a franchise that has failed miserably in satisfying their fans ever since Dan Marino’s retirement. The players they draft rarely end up on the field, and they seldom land their desired free agents. All good, job-seeking head coaches are seemingly chased away by upper management. The owner seems to know little about what is going on with his team. The coaching staff has no control over the players…and the players have no control over themselves. The Miami Dolphins have been a disappointment for such a long time, that each season feels like a cruel parody of the […]

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Annual Celebrity Golf and Tennis Classic Benefits FCA

Carl Foster
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Gold Coast Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) announced that Wally Armstrong, a PGA touring pro and best-selling author, and Michael Blank, a former NFL player and NCAA Auburn National Champion, will headline the 8th Annual FCA Celebrity Golf and Tennis Classic, September 28 and 29 at the Coral Ridge Country Club in Fort Lauderdale. FCA’s Mission The mission of FCA is to impact coaches and athletes with the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as their Savior and serving Him in their relationships in the church. Athletes who fully surrender themselves to the Lord—going “All in”— stay focused and […]

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When The Game Stands Tall… Why It’s Not Just About Football

Finley Walker
9 Sep 2014
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Based on the true story of legendary football coach Bob Ladouceur (Jim Caviezel) and the De La Salle High School Spartans, “When the Game Stands Tall” is a film adaptation of the book written by Neil Hayes. Let me start off by saying that this film is actually the best faith-based film I have seen in some time and probably the best sports film I have seen in recent years too. While it has some weaknesses, I believe that “When the Game Stands Tall” accomplishes what it sets out to do — inspire. The game In this Sony-distributed film directed […]

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Disney’s Night of Joy Sept. 5 & 6

The Good News
3 Sep 2014
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Are you ready to rock? Prepare yourself for a magical weekend when 17 of the biggest names and hottest acts in Christian music take over Magic Kingdom park for two nights of unforgettable performances on September 5 and 6. From contemporary hits to hard-hitting high-energy rock, there’s something for every kind of music fan. Worship on Friday Friday’s performances include worship with Hillsong United, Chris Tomlin, Matthew West, for King & Country, Mandisa, Building 429, Matt Maher and The Neverclaim. Creating a unique musical expression, Hillsong United is an evolving collaboration of pastors, worship leaders, musicians and songwriters giving voice […]

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Days of Awe: Understanding Jewish High Holy Days

Terry Morrow
1 Sep 2014
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Later this month many Jews will recognize the ten-day period referred to as the “Days of Awe” or “Ten Days of Repentance” starting with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and commencing with total fasting on Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. In the Jewish tradition, the High Holy Days are an opportunity to consider what needs to be transformed in our lives and actively realign our priorities. It is also a good time for Christians to join our fellow Jews and reflect on our lives, the parts that we often do not want to confront and look to God […]

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Kevin Durant on Christ

Jonathan Ebanks
4 Aug 2014
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Reigning NBA MVP Kevin Durant has spent all seven years of his professional career dazzling fans with dynamic scoring ability and energetic athleticism. The 25-year-old Oklahoma City Thunder forward is widely considered to be the best offensive player in the game today, and his selection to five NBA All-Star games as well as selling the fourth largest amount of jerseys in 2013 are both perfect reflections of just how highly the fans respect his ability to play ball. What is even more respectable, though, is his acknowledgment that his skills were bestowed upon him and should be used to glorify […]

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“Persecuted” Presents an Intriguing Premise But Does Not Deliver

Finley Walker
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One Media and Millennium Entertainment have come together to produce Persecuted, a new Christian film attempting to fuse a drama thriller with a politically engulfed mantra. The movie premiered on July 18 and was written and directed by Daniel Lusko (Epicenter, 2007; Riptide, 2010). The story Evangelist John Luther (James Remar) is the head of an international ministry, but when he refuses to support a legislation that his long-time friend, Senate Majority Leader Donald Harrison (Bruce Davison) is backing, Harrison creates a plan to frame Luther and ruin his reputation. Now Luther is on the run and out to prove […]

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Robert Amaya: Glorifying God Through Christian Films

Terry Morrow
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Paul makes a simple call to Christians: “whether you eat or drink, (or work, or speak) whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10: 31 NLT). It sounds simple, and at the same time, if we are honest with ourselves, it is unquestionably challenging. Serving God requires focus and commitment, but the rewards are many. In my recent interview with Robert Amaya, South Florida resident and Christian actor, he pointed to 1 Corinthians 10:31 as his guiding verse. His commitment to serving God with his gifts and the joy that emerges, as a result, […]

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God Through Christian Films

Rock the Universe 2014: A Weekend of Music and Thrills To Rock Your Soul

Annette Maraist
1 Aug 2014
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Rock The Universe 2014

Universal Orlando’s Rock the Universe 2014, Florida’s biggest Christian music festival, returns September 5 and 6 with live performances by some of today’s hottest Christian artists, including Lecrae – who won Best Gospel Album at the 2013 Grammy Awards; Grammy and Billboard Music Award-winning hip hop artist tobyMac; four-time Grammy Award-winning group Third Day; and rock band Switchfoot, which has sold millions of albums worldwide. Win tickets This month, one grand prize winner will receive four tickets to Rock the Universe with park access to bothUniversal Orlando Resort theme parks along with one-night accommodations, and 10 secondary winners will receive […]

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CADENCE: At Home in Worship

Alexander Suarez
7 Jul 2014
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Out of Boca Raton, a five-member Christian family band, Cadence will be showcasing their first full length album, Home, in concert for free July 18 at Spanish River Church, 2400 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton. Beginning in September, the band has also signed onto the We Won’t Be Shaken 40-city tour with Christian contemporary artists such as Building 429, whose single “Where I Belong” was Billboard Magazine’s No. 1 Christian song of 2012, and the husband-wife duo of Love & The Outcome. In October they will share a stage with MercyMe, named Favorite Contemporary Inspirational Artist twice at the American Music […]

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CADENCE At Home in Worshop