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Samaritan’s Purse – Helping Hands for the Hurting

Finley Walker
10 Jul 2013
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If you have watched the news over the past few months, then you have seen much devastation. Every time you turn on the tube, there is new man-made or natural disaster, including the recent tornado destruction in Oklahoma. Is there any relief to be found? There is just so much, so what can be done? Relief organization Samaritan’s Purse has answered the call for help and has responded to the devastating tornadoes in the Oklahoma City area. Samaritan’s Purse staff and volunteers are helping tornado victims in Shawnee and Moore, Oklahoma, bringing hope to people reeling from a succession of […]

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Learning To Read Your God Story

Jeremy McKeen
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God loves stories, which is probably why most of the Bible is made up of parables and other kinds of stories. So what is the purpose of all these stories? Are they just interesting Sunday School lessons for children? No. Everything in the Bible is written for you. This is what the Apostle Paul refers to when he says, “For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope” (Romans 15:4,) Themes and chords By learning to faithfully read […]

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Practice Precaution – Prevent a Drowning

Sheriff Lamberti
6 Jul 2013
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It only takes seconds. You look away, you may not hear the splash and your child is nowhere in sight. Drowning – the harsh reality of losing a child in as little as 20 seconds. Sadly, in 2012, Broward County lost nine children under the age of four to drowning accidents, and since January 2013, there have been two more. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is committed to educating parents and caregivers about taking precautions to help end these preventable tragedies. Living in South Florida, we are surrounded by water. Although children may know how to swim, if left unsupervised, they […]

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Spending Quality Time with Your Kids

Madison Iszler
5 Jul 2013
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Every person knows that the actions of their parents or caretakers shaped the adult they grew into , impacting them either positively or negatively forever. Summer is a wonderful opportunity to spend time with your children – encouraging, mentoring and loving them. Are you looking for fun new ways to spend quality time with your kids? Continue reading for creative ways to share life with your children. Reading The importance of encouraging your child to read is a crucial factor in determining their success in school and beyond. Instilling a need to read, both for pleasure and educational purposes, is […]

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Fun Summer Movies

Rick Deal
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Summer is here, and with it comes a season of fun and exciting films. Certainly there are less Oscar-worthy dramas vying for our attention as theaters fill up with action, adventure and comedy genres. These flicks often lean a bit more on flash and fun than depth and substance, but that does not mean they will not make for a great movie experience. We have already seen a few big blockbusters earlier this summer such as Iron Man 3, Star Trek: Into Darkness and Man of Steel, but take a look at what is still in store for July and […]

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Between “Once Upon a Time” & “Happily Ever

Knox Seminary
4 Jul 2013
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By: Dr. Warren Gage “The kingdom of heaven is like a certain king who arranged a marriage for his son…” (Matthew 22:2). Children love fairy tales. Grown-ups, too, never seem to outgrow the charm of folk tales. We are made that way. Simply read a bedtime story to children and watch the magic and the music in their wide-open and wonder-filled eyes. Stories teach us to imagine. They take us to far away kingdoms and to “once upon a time.” The best stories are always about a wonderful love that wants to happen. We share the dreams of a maiden […]

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The Perfect Summer Playlist

Paul Martinez
3 Jul 2013
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The summer season is upon us and in the words of Will Smith’s classic “Summer Time” record, it is “time to sit back and unwind.” During South Florida’s summer, many people enjoy the beach, play sports and cook on the grill. Make sure that your summer soundtrack is on point as well with a few great songs that constitute “The Perfect Summer Playlist.” 1. Frank Sinatra – “That’s Life” Singing-sensation Frank Sinatra made his listeners feel his music. He is one of the most transparent musicians the industry has ever had the pleasure of listening to. Sinatra is a certified […]

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Summer Fitness Ideas

Mickey Cohen
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Summertime affords lots of fun and exciting things to do outdoors, preferably in the early morning or early evening. Do so with these fun fitness ideas: Jump rope Burn approximately 11-14 calories a minute with this full body workout: singles, doubles, one-legged, high-knees, running, three-person combos (one in the middle). Running/Jogging/Walking/ Hiking The whole family can do this workout together. Depending on your size and workout intensity, your body will burn approximately 70-120 calories per mile. Find a nice beach, trail or park. Stay hydrated by drinking from your water bottle every five minutes. Bicycle Riding Burn 270-800 calories per […]

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Expressions of Joy – The Art of Dance

Finley Walker
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One of God’s most common names in Hebrew is Elohim — “Sovereign; strong one, the creative and mighty!” He is creative indeed, and he has designed each of us with a diversity of gifts to bring glory to his name. Our creativity is a reflection of his creativity. We represent him with every thought, action and expression. One such expression is dance! Scripture tells us that dance is a sacred expression of worship. Psalm 149:3 declares, “Praise his name with dancing,” and Psalm 150:4 echoes, “Praise him with the tambourine and dancing; praise him with strings and flutes!” Our God is truly […]

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Children’s Ministry of South Florida

Justin Young
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Did you know that 80 percent of the children in America do not attend church on a regular basis? While many churches have amazing and dynamic children’s ministries, the sad fact is that of the over 40 million children between the age of 4 and 14 living in the United States of America, 80 percent do not attend church regularly. So, while your church may be doing a phenomenal job of reaching kids inside the church body, there is a great need to go out and meet unchurched kids in their own neighborhoods and communities. Research conducted by the Barna […]

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