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Authentic Christian Living — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:03:04 +0000

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Inspiration for Today: His Timing

Authentic Christian Living — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:22:10 +0000

God’s timing is perfect. He may not do things on your timetable, in the way that you would like or plan for, but he is never late. Remember, He wants more for you than you can imagine.

Are you open to God changing your plans?

Authentic Christian Living — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:15:09 +0000

Guest Author: Kurt B. Uhlir Follow @KurtUhlir We make plans and lists for all kinds of great reasons: It’s the beginning of a new year and time for resolutions; a desire to become healthier; we want to improve our relationship with our spouse; a possible promotion at work or job in another city; we feel [...]

Lead Me – Story behind the song and your part (video)

Authentic Christian Living — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 02:19:57 +0000

Last year Grammy-nominated, Dove Award-winning Sanctus Real released a song called ‘Lead Me’. The song is a personal confession and prayer written by lead vocalist Matt Hammitt. “My wife and I aren’t shy about sharing that we’ve had some pretty major struggles,” admits Matt after his wife implored him to be a better spiritual leader [...]

Prayer Leading to 2012

Authentic Christian Living — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 14:43:40 +0000

Prayer leading to the new year: Lord, prepare my heart this week for the goals you would have me set for this next year. Soften and change my heart to be open to Your Will in my life, create within me an unquenchable thirst for the Word and the ability to step aside to [...]

Footnote: The Story of Christmas (Video)

Authentic Christian Living — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:22:25 +0000

Bible stories are often told like fairy tales; they become larger than life. But the author of the Christmas story included a footnote that firmly plants the story of Jesus’ birth in an historical context. Luke wanted us to know that what “came to pass” was not a fairy tale, but rather the greatest story [...]

Christmas Movie: The Perfect Gift

Authentic Christian Living — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:01:22 +0000

A spoiled schoolgirl (Christina Fougnie), her overworked executive mother (Amy Hess) and a disillusioned young minister (Matt Wallace) each receives an uplifting message about friendship, commitment, and the truest meaning of Christmas from a friendly, but mysterious, drifter named Jess. Trailer Click here to buy The Perfect Gift (We have it on sale!)

While You Were Sleeping – Casting Crowns

Authentic Christian Living — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:37:53 +0000

Fan videos of the Casting Crowns Christmas song While You Were Sleeping The following video is great but may not be appropriate for all ages, as it includes movie scenes of Jesus’s crucifixion. Lyrics Oh little town of Bethlehem Looks like another silent night Above your deep and dreamless sleep A giant star lights up [...]

Inspiration for Today: You Are An Example and Inspiration

Authentic Christian Living — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 15:53:17 +0000

Your character and behavior are a stronger statements to others than anything you can ever say “Preach the gospel at all times; when necessary, use words.” – Saint Francis of Assisi What kind of example are you setting for others? Do your actions prove out what you say you believe? We are all examples [...]

Inspiration for Today: Love or Use

Authentic Christian Living — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:25:52 +0000

God gives us people to love and things to use, not things to love and people to use. – Max Lucado.