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151. | Where Is The Lord God Of Elijah? by Irvin L. Rozier
2 Kings 2 verse 14 "And he took the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and smote the waters, and said, Where is the LORD God of Elijah? and when he also had smitten ...
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152. | It Was a "God Thing" by Janette Blackwell
People who know I’m religious might be surprised to learn that I sometimes doubt there is a God.
Then I think of the events leading up to my mother’s death, I see the great kindness of God toward us both, and ...
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153. | Chinese Horoscopes Much More Than An Animal by Colette York
These days, when it comes to Chinese horoscopes most
people know which of the 12 Chinese animals they are, based
on the year they were born. However, nothing in life is ever
that simple.
If ...
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154. | Though The Vision Tarries by Irvin L. Rozier
Habakkuk 2 verse 3: For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it: because it will surely come, it will not tarry."
Have you ...
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155. | A July Third Sunday In South Georgia by Irvin L. Rozier
Sunday morning, July 3d, 2005, arrived in south Georgia...it was a humid morning, but the birds were singing, I could hear the distance church bell ringing. I made some coffee and drank a cup of it on my porch. I then went to the Lord in ...
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156. | Pagan Religions Taught In Public Schools by Joel Turtel
In classrooms throughout the country, Judeo-Christian beliefs are often cast aside or ridiculed. Multiculturalism studies, environmental propaganda, and Save-the-Earth classes now indoctrinate children with New-Age religious beliefs, often without parents’ knowledge. Public schools sometimes try to sneak offensive pagan or new-age religions into their ...
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157. | Words To The Wise by Irvin L. Rozier
What should I write, O LORD GOD most high
I believe your second coming is drawing nigh
I am waiting with the pen of a ready writer
To write words to make someone's day brighter
It is useless to write unless inspired by you
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158. | God And The Fall Of The Berlink Wall by Irvin L. Rozier (Email: iwcroga@aol.com)
Jeremiah 33.3 "Call unto me, and I will answer thee and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not."
It was late Saturday evening on that hot and humid August day in 1987. The Lord had saved me in January 1987, and He had already used ...
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159. | Growing in the Knowledge of God by Michael Bradley
This first verse completely sets the stage for you to be able to receive knowledge from the Lord. This first verse is literally telling us that God is wanting us to grow in the knowledge of Him and His Son Jesus.
"... but GROW in ...
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160. | Family Pride by Pastor Ellen
There is an old joke about what one junior firecracker said to another, "My pop is bigger than your pop!" And this claim often is made among young ones today. Maybe not in so many words, but the pride of having ...
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161. | More Well Worn Bibles by Irvin L. Rozier
The world needs more well worn Bibles on its' tables
The Bible contains words of life and truth but no fables
People need to read and study these words of old
They are more precious than jewels and the finest gold
The Bible is the best selling book ...
[Added: 13 Jun 2005 Hits: 288 Words: 214]
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162. | Seeking After the Knowledge of God by Michael Bradley
As you will see in the Scripture verses I will list in this article, God the Father places an extremely high value on the pursuit of knowledge - especially spiritual knowledge. He says that gaining knowledge is greater than all the silver, gold and material things of this ...
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163. | The Great White Throne Judgment by Michael Bradley
Before we get the new heaven and new earth, there is one more event that
must take place - the Great White Throne Judgment. In my last article, Satan is Let Loose One More Time , you saw that Satan will end up in the ...
[Added: 10 Jun 2005 Hits: 319 Words: 1400]
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164. | Discover The Wisdom of Letting Go by Dr Brenda Shoshanna
When a great Zen Master returned to his country after many years of studying abroad the people asked what he brought with him. He said, “I’ve come with nothing but empty hands.”
What are these ...
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165. | Dream Of A New Prayer For America by Irvin L. Rozier
I dreamed this early this morning, 25 May 05. In the first dream I was talking to four American veterans of the Iraqi conflict. I was telling them I was a combat wounded veteran and I had ...
[Added: 25 May 2005 Hits: 298 Words: 540]
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166. | Crushed Hopes And Dreams by Irvin L. Rozier
Jeremiah 29 verse 11 "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end."
I have been serving the Lord for over 18 years. I am not ...
[Added: 20 May 2005 Hits: 338 Words: 719]
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167. | Shake Off That Viper by Irvin L. Rozier
Acts 28 verse 3 "And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat, and fastened on his hand."
One Saturday morning, I read this amazing ...
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168. | I Recall The Lord's Miracles by Irvin L. Rozier
Lord I recall your miracles when I am down and out
How the walls of Jericho fell at only a shout
The Red Sea parted at your command
Then Moses led your children to the promise land
You ...
[Added: 19 May 2005 Hits: 302 Words: 243]
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169. | Radio Sermon Part Three..Forgiveness by Irvin L. Rozier
This is part three of a radio sermon I preached in 1994.
Luke 6 verse 37 "Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:"
If somebody wrongs you, our Bible tells ...
[Added: 12 May 2005 Hits: 311 Words: 366]
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170. | Pray For The Lost ..My Radio Sermon Part 2 by Irvin L. Rozier
This is part two (part one previously posted) of a radio sermon I preached in 1994.
Last Wednesday, the Lord began to trouble my soul about all the unsaved people that were walking around, unconcerned that their souls were in danger. ...
[Added: 11 May 2005 Hits: 340 Words: 418]
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171. | Seasons Of Prayer by Irvin L. Rozier
1 Thessalonians 5.17: "Pray without ceasing."
Over the past 18 plus years, this scripture verse has been my motto. Daniel prayed three times a day. David prayed, Moses prayed, Paul prayed, and many other heroes of faith recognized the importance of prayer. In fact, if these two ...
[Added: 05 May 2005 Hits: 322 Words: 1072]
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172. | Heaven Is Waiting For Me by Irvin L. Rozier
The lyrics to a song I wrote 29 April 2005.
Once I was lost without a vision
I was trapped in a spiritual prison
Then Jesus came and saved my soul
He healed my heart and made me whole
CHORUS
Now I know heaven is real
His Holy ...
[Added: 30 Apr 2005 Hits: 296 Words: 480]
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173. | Christian Debt Consolidation - Feel Comfortable About Managing Your Debt by Charles Essmeier
Many Christians feel uncomfortable with the notion of being in debt, and even more so when the debt has gotten out of control. Some say that it is not acceptable for Christians to owe any money, even for such necessities as a home. Others feel that such debts are ...
[Added: 26 Apr 2005 Hits: 581 Words: 334]
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174. | The Water Well by Irvin L. Rozier
Numbers 21.7: "Then Israel sang this song, Spring up, O well; sing ye unto it."
I received a call from a friend of mine. He wanted me to help him dig a well for a small church in ...
[Added: 18 Apr 2005 Hits: 328 Words: 618]
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175. | The Truth About Life's Challenges (Living By Zen) by Dr Brenda Shoshanna
This article gives readers a taste of Zen practice, how it offers a completely new approach to life’s challenges and has the power to quickly dissolve upset, present new possibilities, and balance our lives. Some direct pointers are included, along with ways readers can utilize this ...
[Added: 07 Apr 2005 Hits: 307 Words: 729]
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176. | Thoughts on the Afterlife by Steve Jones
"Shall not the Judge of all the earth do what is just?" Gen. 18:25
Afterlife is a single-minded preoccupation in many Christian traditions. It was not so with Jesus. His main message was the coming of the kingdom of God on earth ...
[Added: 07 Apr 2005 Hits: 254 Words: 1176]
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177. | Why Bother With the Christian Faith? by Steve Jones
A legitimate question. And one that merits an answer. After all, we're on this earth such a short time and have but one life. Why spend such fleeting years following after unproveable religious dogma? Such a concern is understandable.
The ...
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178. | The Fallacy of 'The Great Ministry Out There' by Steve Jones
Since I first began undertaking the Christian life in earnest, I've held the idea that there's some grand work "out there" that God has called me to. Something that would justify my existence on this planet.
I never even knew what it was ...
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179. | Another Look at 'Getting Saved' by Steve Jones
Most of us have run into a concerned evangelist — whether in a church service, street corner or at work — who questioned whether we were "saved." The want of a satisfactory affirmative may have led (as it often does) to a presentation ...
[Added: 05 Apr 2005 Hits: 260 Words: 1282]
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180. | Sola Scriptura and its Pitfalls by Steve Jones
"God says it, I believe it and that settles it."
Most of us have seen the bumper sticker. But the saying is far from an idle cliché. Beneath it is a theological root-system that ...
[Added: 05 Apr 2005 Hits: 317 Words: 1996]
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181. | Christian Boldness Inferior to Christian Meekness by Steve Jones
Against all odds, the kind and humble soul is destined to triumph. "Blessed are the meek," said Jesus, "for they will inherit the earth." (Matt. 5:5)
That may not always be evident, however, when we listen to some ...
[Added: 05 Apr 2005 Hits: 333 Words: 881]
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182. | Rethinking the Purpose of the Crucifixion by Steve Jones
The cross has long been the chief emblem of Christianity. The New Testament writings give it a preeminent place. The death of Christ is said to have reconciled us to God, defeated the principalities and powers, destroyed death, provided a ransom, removed our ...
[Added: 05 Apr 2005 Hits: 238 Words: 1564]
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183. | The Car That God Used by Irvin L. Rozier
Ecclesiastes 3.1 "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the Heaven."
I had an old Pontiac that the Lord gave me in answer to prayer. He moved on someone to buy it for me as ...
[Added: 05 Apr 2005 Hits: 341 Words: 879]
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184. | Four Dreams On A Saturday Night by Irvin L. Rozier
Saturday(April 2, 2005) night, I had four very vivid dreams. Here they are:
1. I dreamed I had preached a woman's funeral and was getting ready to preach another. This one was for Ricky, a resident of the nursing home where ...
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185. | The Beautiful Garden by Irvin L. Rozier
Matthew 13:3 “And He spoke many things unto them in parables, saying, “Behold, a sower went forth to sow.”
Every time I read the above passage of scripture, I’m reminded of a good friend of mine, Dorsey. When I was growing up, I helped a local farmer and developed ...
[Added: 01 Apr 2005 Hits: 364 Words: 694]
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186. | A Trickle Of Electricity by Irvin L. Rozier
Luke 17.6 "And the Lord said, If ye had faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye might say unto this sycamine tree, Be thou plucked up by the root, and be thou planted in the sea and ...
[Added: 01 Apr 2005 Hits: 353 Words: 754]
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187. | Sitting On The Bench For Jesus by Irvin L. Rozier
Many of God's servants are waiting on the bench for the Coach to put them in the game. They have prepared for the the day, time, and hour when the LORD nods His head, points His ...
[Added: 30 Mar 2005 Hits: 296 Words: 662]
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188. | God Cares Where You Live by Irvin L. Rozier
Matthew 19.29 "And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life."
I had been praying for over four ...
[Added: 28 Mar 2005 Hits: 296 Words: 633]
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189. | Strong For The Battle by Irvin L. Rozier
I've fought many a battle while serving my Lord
Faith has been my shield and the Word my sword
Satan has come against me in so many ways
Often the battle has lasted for days and days
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190. | The Amazing Possibilities In Your Impossible Dream by Luanne Hunt
There was this TV commercial a couple of years back that made me look away every time it came on. It was for some kind of a power saw and the premise was that there was this guy who built furniture for a living.
Somehow he lost his ...
[Added: 24 Mar 2005 Hits: 248 Words: 758]
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191. | Something Good Is About To Happen by Irvin L. Rozier
Genesis 50.20 "But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive."
One day my son, Joel, wanted some sausage patties to cook for breakfast. I told him I'd run ...
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192. | My House Of Prayer A Den Of Thieves by Irvin L. Rozier
Jesus went to the temple one day
His purpose was to kneel and pray
As he approached the entrance door
He saw money changers tables on the floor
With righteous anger, authority and zeal
He ...
[Added: 23 Mar 2005 Hits: 312 Words: 203]
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193. | How To Catch Many Fish by Irvin L. Rozier
Mark 1.17 "And Jesus said unto them, come ye after me and I will make you fishers of men."
One night as I was sleeping, I had an intensely clear dream. I had been meditating on the above scripture before I went to sleep. In my ...
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194. | The Top Of The Hill Is In Sight by Irvin L. Rozier
You know, O Lord, the desires of my heart
Wisdom and knowledge to me impart
I long to serve you and do your will
Help me to climb this long steep hill
When I reach the long awaited top
And behold your wonders as I ...
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195. | The Good Neighbor by Irvin L. Rozier
Matthew 22.39 "And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself."
Mrs. Kelly, a dear departed neighbor, was a woman who really practiced what the above scripture reads. She was a ...
[Added: 18 Mar 2005 Hits: 298 Words: 604]
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196. | The Easter Lily by Irvin L. Rozier
On December 19, 2003, I was missing my parents, who had gone on to be with Jesus.My Dad, Rev. A.J. Rozier, died on December 22, 1966. He was 40 years old and we buried him Christmas day, 1966. My mother, Mary, died on January 7, 2001. She was 71.
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197. | Rescue The Perishing by Irvin L. Rozier
Numbers 12.6 "And he said, hear now my words: If there be a prophet among you, I the Lord will make myself known unto him in a vision, and will speak unto him in a dream."
Before I went to ...
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198. | The Battle Weary Soldier Longs To Go Home by Irvin L. Rozier
II Timothy 4, verses 6,7: "For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:"
I was a soldier ...
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199. | The Nursing Home Ministry by Irvin L. Rozier
Isaiah 61:1: "The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me; because the Lord hath annointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he had sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to ...
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200. | A Warning Well Received by Irvin L. Rozier
This is story one out of 50 from my book, My Walk with the Lord, http://www.selahbooks.com/ .
2 Kings 20.1 "In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz ...
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