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Revelation Ministries Plans Christmas Performances and Trip to Israel

Shelly Pond
20 Nov 2017
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Revelation Ministries, a Christian performing arts group from Southeast Florida, has announced its Christmas performance schedule of “The Gospel According to Scrooge” and plans for a major mission trip to the Middle East this summer. The news comes following the passing of the organization’s founder and executive director, Travis Johnson. Johnson was production manager at First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale for about 15 years before founding Revelation Ministries, which has shared the gospel with music and drama locally and in Ukraine, Russia, England and Israel. “I called him the gentle giant because he was so soft spoken, so humble […]

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Worship Leaders Collaborate in The Village Hymns

Chris Alexander
15 Nov 2017
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Imagine musicians from various denominations throughout South Florida joining together to spread the Gospel and glorify God through the gift of music. The Village Hymns fulfills this dream. They are a group local worship leaders and songwriters who come together to write songs for the local churches and in November they will be releasing their first CD. In talking to one of its founders, Josh Bramos, I learned about the vision of the group.   The Vision By using the creative talents that God has given these songwriters and musicians, they hope to glorify God in a unique way. The […]

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Dealing with Infidelity

Norm Wise
6 Nov 2017
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“Give honor to marriage, and remain faithful to one another in marriage. God will surely judge people who are immoral and those who commit adultery” (Hebrews 13:4 NLT). Tom Smith, the highly respected academic survey researcher, has this to say about extramarital sex: “The best estimates are that about 3% to 4% of currently married people have a sexual partner besides their spouse in a given year and about 15% to 18% of ever-married people have had a sexual partner other than their spouse while married.” www.forbes.com/2009/06/28/sanford-ensign-affair-opinions-columnists-extramarital-sex.html There are few heartaches as severe to any married person who is faithful […]

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Elizabeth Mitchell Releases New Devotional

Shelly Pond
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Author and Bible Teacher Elizabeth Mitchell celebrated the release of her latest book, The Way There: Seeing the Journey Through, during a book signing event at Boca Raton Community Church on October 24. A collection of 120 inspirational devotionals, The Way There: Seeing the Journey Through offers “gentle reminders that God is completely capable to give direction and speak clearly through difficult times and the grind of daily life.” In an excerpt from the book, Mitchell says, “As travelers through life we trudge along with burdened backs, distracted minds, and wounded hearts. Where can we go for inspiration and courage […]

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The Salvation Army Red Kettle Program Helps Families Year Round

Penni Bulten
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Many people have observed the Salvation Army in the front of a store ringing bells and sharing holiday greetings. Often people will place spare change or bills into the kettle, feeling the Christmas spirit. Many people know about the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program as well, and have purchased a gift for a child who might other wise have no gifts under the tree. What may not be as well known are how many programs the Salvation Army supports through the Red Kettle and the personal stories behind the kettle and the Angel Tree. With millions of American children in […]

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Overstuffed

Steve Davis
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Thanksgiving day dinner is coming, and oh what memories! We look forward to Mom’s steaming golden brown turkey, a wallop of stuffing and lumpy mashed potatoes on the plate (I like ‘em lumpy!), and hot buttered corn-on-the-cob. Then comes Aunt Mary’s macaroni and three-cheese casserole. Wow! We won’t forget the cranberry sauce, and Mom’s amazing gravy! After a piece of homemade pie, plus a bite (or two), it’s time for…a nap. While most of us know the physical sleepy effect of too much food, you may not know that “over-stuffing” is a principle in learning, and even in spiritual growth. […]

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Operation Christmas Child: The Greatest Journey of a Shoebox

Bob Woods
3 Nov 2017
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Operation Christmas Child is one of the many programs and activities done by Samaritan’s Purse, which also has year round disaster and relief programs. Every year prior to Christmas, churches, individuals and groups throughout the United States, Canada and the Western world donate over 11 million shoeboxes that are gathered and transported to Third World countries and areas hard hit by natural disasters or war.   Window of opportunity This time of year many of us are thinking about our plans for the holidays and planning our Thanksgiving activities, as well as getting ready for Christmas and New Year’s. It […]

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Introducing South Florida’s Nonprofit Leaders

Shelly Pond
2 Nov 2017
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During this season of Thanksgiving, we would like to introduce you to some of South Florida’s critically important charities who are doing good for our community and the passionate leaders who guide them. We are thankful for the good work they are doing in a wide variety of areas from protecting our youth and advocating for single mothers to feeding the hungry or providing safe housing. Each charity is making an eternal difference in our community or the world in some way. We urge you to learn more about them and find a place where you can pitch in or […]

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A Heart for the Lost in Japan

Tami Gomez
26 Oct 2017
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If asked to imagine where missionaries ought to serve, our imaginations typically conjure up pictures of the humid rainforests of the Amazon or the arid deserts of northern Africa. When we think of those who have not heard the gospel, we assume they must be living in remote areas or in squalor. The fact is that huge metropolises across the globe are teeming with lost souls roaming their streets in search of meaning and purpose. Japan—Tokyo in particular—is in desperate need of the gospel. This country, which we associate with advancement, technology and luxury, is actually a spiritual wasteland where […]

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John Offerdahl’s Gridiron Grill-Off Food & Wine Festival Returns for 8th Year

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Now in its eighth year, John Offerdahl’s Gridiron Grill-Off Food & Wine Festival, presented by the University of Miami Health System, will return to the Pompano Beach Amphitheater on Saturday, November 11 from 1 – 4 p.m. Created by five-time All-Pro Miami Dolphins Linebacker John Offerdahl, the Gridiron Grill-Off Food & Wine Festival brings the community together in support of Offerdahl’s Hand-Off Foundation and its mission to “Feed the Needs of Those in Crisis.” The premier event has raised over $500,000 by bringing together Miami Dolphins legends, top South Florida chefs and media personalities who delight football fans and foodies […]

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