Christians, If being a Female Pastor is wrong...?

...what makes it right to be a female minister to lead in other areas of the church (music, children's ministry, etc.)? This question stems from a recent article that I read about Lifeway Christian Bookstores pulling a magazine from their shelves because it features Female pastors on its cover.



(...for those who do believe that it is wrong... if you don't think that it is wrong... chime in! I want to hear your thoughts)Christians, If being a Female Pastor is wrong...?
First of all, I would like to state that the need for women in the church to participate in these areas is largely due to the fact that they are filling in because of the lack of male leadership within the body. There is nothing in the word of God that states unequivocally that women can't perform these duties.



There is an example of a woman leader, Deborah, recorded in the book of Judges. Deborah was a Judge of Israel who lived about 3000 years ago, during a time when the nation was ruled by judges instead of kings.

She was the only female Judge of Israel. She was also a prophet, and the wife of Lappidoth. She held court in Ephraim in a place called "Deborah's Palm Tree," and the Israelites came to her to decide their disputes.



In the New Testament, In the New Testament Lydia used her business as a base of outreach (Acts 16:12-15, 40) and her home as a center for ministry and fellowship. She was a convert of the apostle Paul and often served as an intermediary for his ministry.



In reference to Paul's admonition that women should keep silent in the church it was not intended to bar women from any leadership position within the body of Christ. It was based upon the cultural events of that time. The design of the early Christian churches was patterned after the Jewish synagogues in which women were separated from men and sat in a different area. When a woman had a question about a topic in the sermon she would shout out to her husband for an answer. This became so disruptive to the service that Paul told the women to be silent. It was never intended to be interpreted in the manner that has been described.



There is no logical reason that a woman could not be a pastor, missionary or a teacher within the church, these restraints are man made not biblical.



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First of all, I would like to state that the need for women in the church to participate in these areas is largely due to the fact that they are filling in because of the lack of male leadership within the body.



Why is it a lack of males in the body of Christ?

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Christians, If being a Female Pastor is wrong...?
Catholic women do have a role in the Church. We lead women's groups, we teach children, we help out in numerous ways. We just don't take outright leadership roles. Women cannot be priests.



I also think it is better for men to do the daily readings, and assist in administering the Eucharist, although women do these things more and more in the Catholic Church. I've just noticed it has a positive effect on the young men and boys to see the men taking leadership roles.



There's also that whole "Women, be silent in Church!" thing in the bible. It ruffles a lot of feathers, but you can't deny that's what it clearly says in the Bible.
females can teach other females in womans groops or they can teach children but God says that they are not to teach men. they are sapposed to ask their husbands any questions that they might have concerning their faith. the family is sapposed to be one unit lead my the father. the familys beliefs are sapposed to come from the father and the father is responsible to know what God wants by studing the Bible in Church etc. as for single woman they are sapposed to ask the pastor or other woman if they dont understand somthing. Christians, If being a Female Pastor is wrong...?
I don't have a problem with it, and I also think that when other people say God didn't want women to preach or whatever, how do they know? God didn't write the Bible, a bunch of men did and I just think they didn't want women to do something they thought only men should. Like the comment from another Catholic person, that says the Bible says something about women-be silent in Church, It;s just some rule made by men
i dont believe in women pastors.women have great talents and gifts from God i just dont think it to be a pastor.there are scriptures to back this.the traditional roles of man and woman have changed over the years and they are still changing,man woman and children all have their positions.
Jeremiah 3:15 And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.





Meaning male or female. So whatever God say.
The sex of the pastor does not matter. The fact that a pastor is assisting the brainwashing of our children is the problem.
personally i see nothing wrong with a female preaching the word of God. God can use who ever He chooses to spread the word and if He chooses a female then who are we to say its wrong.
Nothing wrong. We have female priests, and female bishops are in the pipeline, so to speak.

Please help me find this quote from John Shelby Spong; which book, chapter?

Something like: "It bothers me that the type of business known as a Christian bookstore is full of prejudiced attitudes, non-nurturing parenting advice and poor quality scholarship."Please help me find this quote from John Shelby Spong; which book, chapter?
Bishop Spong has a website with a message board. Perhaps someone on there could help you.



I tried googling but couldn't find the quote.

Another Options Poll: Which of these $50 gift cards would you rather have?

Suppose you won a gift card in some drawing and you got to choose from the three remaining choices. Each is for $50.



Would you choose one from:

1) An adult bookstore,

2) The Jonas Brothers Fan Club Gift Shop,

or

3) A Christian bookstore?



Thanks.Another Options Poll: Which of these $50 gift cards would you rather have?
BLOCKED! for having the J bros as a choice!!





Now lets go shopping with the #1 choice,babycakes....



Nice one Sacha :)
1!!!!Another Options Poll: Which of these $50 gift cards would you rather have?
2! I love them.
An adult bookstore.Another Options Poll: Which of these $50 gift cards would you rather have?
adult - but it wouldnt go very far
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Adult bookstore
1 pretty please
toughie... 1



i'm a bad christian, but i already have like 4 bibles!
Adult bookstore.
1
no 1.....why couldnt it have been an adult toy shop Abby
those all suck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



i would go to the christian book store and buy books for the shitty churches round these parts



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1) a gift card to an adult bookstore would give me more bang for my buck, so to speak.
The christian bookstore.
neither
3

(I already have one from the adult bookstore!)
adult bookstore
1. Mama needs a new toy!!
adult bookstoree : )
Adult bookstore is the only one I would get any use out of anyway. I don't like the Jonas Brothers and I'm not Christian. Lucky me ; )
1. but u forgot Victorias Secret
1
I'll go with the adult bookstore.
Like you need to ask me.....

LMAO

If you don't know the answer...

I am not telling...

Peace.
the jonas brothers fan club gift shop

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What questions should I ask him? What topics should I bring up?

The man I really like works at a Christian bookstore. He is outgoing (and gentle and spirit-filled, and really sweet, and humble, and....okay--- I'll stop....), but hardly talks about himself. How do I get him to open up more, and what should I ask/talk about with him? I have so many questions, but am afraid to show my feelings for him too much in case it might repel him. I don't want to come on too strong, but I want him to at least wonder if I like him. Do you know what I mean? What would YOU do in a situation like this?What questions should I ask him? What topics should I bring up?
well the next time you see him, and when you guys are in the middle of your conversation, just ask him if he would mind if you ask him questions about him. he sounds like a really nice person and im sure he wouldnt mind.

St Michaels medals a couple questions?

Is it true that they are not meant to be sold?



im just wondering i bought mine from a christian bookstore another thing is i want to get them blessed by a priest but are unsure on how to ask i am catholicSt Michaels medals a couple questions?
You can buy and sell any holy medal you want to. There is no prohibition against selling any such thing, *as an object of art.* What cannot be bought and sold is a blessing given to the medal.

That does not mean you cannot sell a medal once blessed. It means that when someone sells a medal that had once been blessed, the only thing they are selling is the medal -- NOT the blessing. The medal will need to be reblessed after the sale.

If you want them blessed, simply contact a priest. Approaching a priest after mass often works.

(I buy and sell, among other things, holy medals, and coincidentally I was in the market for St. Michael's rosary centers today.)St Michaels medals a couple questions?
No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him; and I will raise him up at the last day.

It is written in the prophets, `And they shall all be taught by God.'

Every one who has heard and learned from the Father comes to me.

Not that any one has seen the Father except him who is from God; he has seen the Father.

Truly, truly, I say to you, he who believes has eternal life. I am the bread of life.

Your fathers ate the manna in the wilderness, and they died.

This is the bread which comes down from heaven, that a man may eat of it and not die.

I am the living bread which came down from heaven;

if any one eats of this bread, he will live for ever;

and the bread which I shall give for the life of the world is my flesh."

Do the Gaza Christians fear 'those more extreme than Hamas' ?

The kidnapping and killing of Rami Ayyad, manager of the Gaza Strip's only Christian bookstore, sent shudders through the Palestinian coastal enclave's tiny Christian community.



http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071025/wl_…Do the Gaza Christians fear 'those more extreme than Hamas' ?
Hi Malka D. I honestly didn't have time to read the whole article but I read more than half of it. According to the article, no one admited killing Rami Ayyad. I don't know whom Rami's brother mean by "more extreme than Hamas". Among Muslims in Israel, Hamas is the most extreme I guess. However, I don't think they would simply go and kill Ayyad just for being an active Christian. Muslims don't have anything against either Christains or Jews. The Issuess between Muslims and Christians or Jews are more political than religious. We do have problems with atheist or those who carry religions other than the Abrahamic religions but we don't have anything against the people of the book as the media always tends to show us. If we are able to seperate politics from religion we will all be able to see this fact but unfortunately the media is a big bias.



Peace
they fear the israelis more than they fear hamasDo the Gaza Christians fear 'those more extreme than Hamas' ?
Anything more extreme than Hamas and we would all be dead. Any person or thing like Hamas that kills its own blood is worse than a leach sucking blood on a dead fish.
hamas is a resistant organization that was created to resist israel. it is the one who will give palestine the freedomDo the Gaza Christians fear 'those more extreme than Hamas' ?
Over the years, a considerable numbers of Christians have emigrated, mainly to Latin America, the United States, and Canada. The difference between Christians' and Muslims' rate of emigration may be explained in various ways, but one likely factor is that Christian emigrants find it easier to be accepted in historically Christian Western countries than do Muslim emigrants.



Other reasons for the disparity are hotly contested. Charges of extremist Muslim elements among Palestinian Muslims and feeling threatened or pressured to conform to that agenda have been cited as reasons for emigrating. The Palestinian Authority administration was designed as a democratic government and included Christians on many levels, but it was also marked by corruption, which partially allowed anti-Christian activities to go unpunished. Some emigration since the al-Aqsa Intifada is also blamed on the general state of conflict and hardship in the area, which was especially felt by the Christian community due to its economic involvement in tourism infrastructure.

If I change from Christian to Hindu? do I get to become an eagle?

Im 14 and Im a Christian. I go to church every Sunday with my whole family and I enjoyed our Church Community. However, last Saturday, while I was at the bookstore, I kinda read in a book that if you become a Hindu, you can re-incarnate into any living creature. I think, I am a good person... like I never get in trouble and I obey my parents. But, I also do not like being me very much. I would like to be an eagle. But I read that you need to earn points to be an eagle.. or something like that? I want to know how many points you need exactly because I would not like to be a snail or a bug. Also, If I become a Hindu? how do you earn those points? and do I have to renounce Jesus? I would ask our pastor but Im afraid he will get angry and tell my parents, and I will get in serious trouble,



Thank you.If I change from Christian to Hindu? do I get to become an eagle?
Kid , Everybody reincarnates unless their past and present life deeds are neutralized.But some religions believe in this others not.That's only the hurdle.No one is perfect that he will achieve heaven in first (and last ) attempt.And not all of us has done so wrong that we all are going to hell.There must be the mid way.Leave that book , i don't think it is written by Hindu Author.If you really want to know about reincarnation , Then read Holy Book Of Hindus " Bhagvad Geeta " It Will not misguide like your book.
Friend, you have accepted Christ as your savior which you become a Christian. Is it worth it to give away your eternal gift and to put God away in your life? Please think more. Your are in the right road. Please keep on that road. Will be praying for you. Don't give up the faith.If I change from Christian to Hindu? do I get to become an eagle?
Go for it. But you don't have too much choice, if any, over what you become in your next life. Do what makes YOU happy and leave it at that, friend.
I know you are only 14 but its time you stop taking science fiction seriously. None of the above are true. Remember santa? Im sorry to disappoint you again.If I change from Christian to Hindu? do I get to become an eagle?
why would you want to do that! ?

its almost like backwards evolution through reincarnation
You can't become Hindu unless you were born Hindu.
From my understanding, you don't get to choose in what form you reincarnate in Hinduism. And karma is not like a video game, where you pick up so many gold coins to unlock being an eagle. Karma is more like cosmic justice. Good things happen to bad people and bad things happen to good people, and it doesn't always even out in the end. Karma is the idea that things are fair in the end, and people will receive their just deserts within the cycle of reincarnation.



Hinduism is not the only worldview that includes reincarnation.

Is "Chicken Soup for the Soul: Count Your Blessings" a Christian book?

Recently, I have purchased the above-mentioned book in a local bookstore. I am inspired by the stories that are in the book.



However, my mom and step-dad (who are not Christians) have criticized the book, stating that it's mainly "a book intended for Christian readers only" because "the book/stories in it has Christian contexts/references" [sic]. They also made a claim that in the "CSS" logo, the "C" is the word "Christian" (which was later proven wrong by me. It's actually "Chicken").



I believe that anyone, regardless of race, gender or religion can read this book. The book normally isn't restricted to the context of religion or race. The short stories in the book are, in my opinion, for motivation or reflection purposes only.



So, I need your help. Is "Chicken Soup for the Soul: Count Your Blessings" a Christian book?

Please state your sources for your answer, if possible :)



P.S. I am not a Christian, so please don't mock me. If you do, you will be reported for abuse.Is "Chicken Soup for the Soul: Count Your Blessings" a Christian book?
I guess not. It's about being grateful and optimistic.

Summary of the book:

http://www.chickensoup.com/cs.asp?cid=ne鈥?/a>Is "Chicken Soup for the Soul: Count Your Blessings" a Christian book?
Christian book or not (and I think not), that's a self-help book, isn't it?



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Wicca introduction for a Christian?

I picked up a copy of Elements of Witchcraft by Ellen Dugan and really enjoyed it.



I really like the religious concepts of Wicca, but I am trying to take it slowly. I was brought up Christian so some of the beliefs are quite different than I am used to.



I went to the bookstore and was overwhelmed by the amount of books in the New Age section. I don't know who is a reliable author and who is not.



I was hoping that I could find some books that are Christian to Wicca sensitive if that's at all possible.



I was told Cunningham is a good place to look. I thought about looking at Silver Ravenwolf but I've seen lots of general negativity towards her, calling her wishy-washy among other things.



Thanks in advance for your help. :)



And please, only respond if you have book suggestions that match what I am looking for. Otherwise you are wasting my time and yours.Wicca introduction for a Christian?
Try Books by Laurie Cabot and Scott Cunningham. They are the ones that started me on my path.
Avoid pretty much anything published by Llewellyn, especially anything published by them after 1985. After 1985, it seemed anyone who wrote anything that resembled Wicca was published by them.. You heard right about Ravenwolf. Cunningham is good but its like reading the Elementary version of a text. His books, however, are well researched and a good place to start.



I don't why people keep suggesting "Drawing Down the Moon'. Its boring and only talks about the history of Wicca.



Try the "Witches Bible Compleat" by Janet %26amp; Stewart Farrar, for the real meat.Wicca introduction for a Christian?
Cunningham's 'solitary' book is a good starter book, but look for one called 'beginner wicca' by amber K. Its a very good intro book for someone not already into the pagan/wicca scene. I'm sure there are several others that deal with christian wicca and transitioning. There are also 'dummies' books on wicca that are very basic. Look for the older more established authors. There are way too many books being put out nowadays just for making money.



good luck and many blessings
Well...aside from Cunningham (whose Wicca: Guide for the Solitary Practitioner book I couldn't put down), I would suggest The Complete Idiots Guide to Wicca and Witchcraft (a legitimate book). Uses common sense terminology, pretty much spells everything out for you, has tips, helpful pointers, etc...This was one of the first books I bought.



I also read the book "Wicca's Charm", although written from a Christian's point of view, it paints Wiccans in a good light. A good read.Wicca introduction for a Christian?
If you are looking for a book that kind of ties Christianity to Paganism (sorry, but I don't know any that are specifically tied to Wicca), try "Christianity: The Origins of a Pagan Religion" by Philippe Walter. It may help to create parallels between what you already know, and your new-found knowledge of Wicca.
Scott Cunningham's:

Wicca, A guide for the solitary practitioner

Is the most recommended guide

Silver Ravenwolf's stuff, Is considered a "fluffy bunny" %26amp; geared for teen's, but I don't trash her as bad as some people do. It still paints pagans in a good light.

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I perfer reading cunningham as someone else pointed out. . . out of the few different books I've read his are the best...
It's rather old, and not exclusively wiccan, but I suggest you check out Drawing Down The Moon. I bought it years ago and love it! It's an excellent resource though (again) it's a bit old.
Ravenwolf is awful. Her information is bad, and she says very hateful things about Christianity. She's obnoxious.



Cunningham is a good place to start. Thea Sabin and Deborah Lipp are also authors I highly recommend for beginners.



I'm not aware of any books written specifically for people coming from a Christian background, and I probably wouldn't recommend them if I did. We don't evangelize. If you're interested in Wicca, we're happy to tell you about it, but we don't try to convince people to join. If you believe in Christianity, you shouldn't be looking at Wicca. If you're not sure what you believe, then reading up on other faiths may help you decide, but in the end it should be you who decides what religion is for you. If Wicca has to be sugar-coated so as not to offend Christian sensibilities, then it's not an honest portrayal of Wicca.



I have a sizable list of reviewed books here: http://wicca.timerift.net/books.shtml. This includes both books I recommend and books you should stay away from (and why.)
1) Ignore the fundies saying you鈥檒l go to hell and are opening yourself up to demons. We don鈥檛 believe in either.

2) Get the book: Wicca, a Guide for the Solitary Practitioner by Scott Cunningham (Amazon.com used books is a great resource)

3) Avoid Silver Ravenwolf, DJ Conway and most Llewellyn books

4) Do NOT pay for lessons over the internet. You can鈥檛 ask for references. Do NOT give out personal information to anyone over the internet. Get a PO Box.

5) www.witchvox.com http://wicca.timerift.net

6) Learn and keep learning about various paths in paganism.

7) get the book: "Drawing Down the Moon" by Margo Adler (an older book that's a little dated, especially concerning Asatru but a good resource) - it gives an overview on a lot of pagan traditions.
Your best source for information is from Gnosis Magazine Here is a link to get back issues:



http://www.fieldsbooks.com/cgi-bin/field鈥?/a>

Gnosis is friendly to the idea of Wicca. They existed to promote groups like Wicca. So you can be sure that you are going to get a truthful account of the history of the organization.



When I was young every one knew the Wicca was a recent invention. Now followers actually think that it is ancient. The article in the issue that I provided you the link to will trace the history and development of the group but you will have to order it on line.



As a person that was a leader in a community of a New Age/Pagan group and a Christian one I can tell you that the two are not compatible. Both were large communities with an excess of 50 members in our community. In each case I was selected because I was considered knowledgeable enough to answer to our governing body for the actions of the community. I have performed hundreds of Occult rituals as well as officiating at Worship of God in Christian prayer services. As you become more deeply involved it will slowly be reveled that true freedom is found by separating yourself from morality (Right and Wrong) Which is the opposite conclusion from the Judeo/Christian perspective.



The perspectives of these groups are interesting but will lead you into a spiritual dead end. After awhile you will be wishing that you didn't get involved. Save yourself the trouble or remember my words.
I see some people posted not to read anything by the publishing company Llewellyn, but Llewellyn has many good books, and I ask you to remember the things printed are written by the authors, not by the publishing company. I find that Llewellyn prints many good books.



I suggest, aside from books by Scott Cunningham:

Wicca: The Complete Craft by DJ Conway (a little warning, Conway bashes Christians a bit, and can get a little sarcastic, but the information in her book is very good and solid.)

any books by Edain McCoy

DRAWING DOWN THE MOON BY MARGOT ADLER. This is the best book you can read about modern Pagan religions. Don't expect to get a bunch of spells and rituals from it, though. It's exclusively about history and how Paganism is today. It's very interesting, and extremely informative.



and, like everyone else has said, AVOID books by Silver Ravenwolf. All she does is publish a bunch of crap for the money. Her books aren't even good for the most basic of information.
A christian wouldn't crave witch craft.



A former Christian might. Have you look at the New Age crap section at your local Barnes %26amp; Noble. They have a bunch of books there making up charts and all that hoooey.
Smack him across the head with a really nice stick.
Wicca is of satan.

What Other Album Could I Find This Larnelle Harris Song?

Back in the early '90's, Larnelle Harris sang a beautiful song from his latest album at that time; "Give Me A Child-like Faith" (I believe that is the song's title) from the album Beyond All the Limits. I don't remember how the song goes, but I remember how much it touched my heart, and I would love to be able to hear it again.



I called Borders, Barnes and Noble, and my local Christian bookstore, but was told by all three places that that album is no longer in print. I also checked with my local library, but was not able to locate it anywhere. Does anyone know if that song is on another one of his albums? I'll check with amazon, but I'm hoping that someone here would know the answer to my question. Thanks.What Other Album Could I Find This Larnelle Harris Song?
dunno,anyway you are in the wrong category too.a2aWhat Other Album Could I Find This Larnelle Harris Song?
I downloaded Morpheus from cnet free. They have it thru there.. hope this helpsWhat Other Album Could I Find This Larnelle Harris Song?
Have you tried overstock.com or ebay.com for the album? Someone might have a used copy.

Why isn't the christian bible in the "Fiction" area in bookstores?

Or maybe in the mythology area? They keep misplacing these books into the non-fiction area!Why isn't the christian bible in the "Fiction" area in bookstores?
Because it's not fiction!!!!!!! If you think it is you obviously need Jesus. I'll pray for you.
Just saw this answer I posted 3 years ago. I am now atheist and often wonder the same question you posted. Funny how things change.

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Why isn't the christian bible in the "Fiction" area in bookstores?
They are not misplaced. Religion is not synonymous with mythology.

It is not fiction. The Bible is true.



YOU don't believe in it. You are not an authority. You have no proof that it is fiction or myth.





I have a great idea. Why don't you open a bookstore? Then you can put it where you please.



:) Cool idea?
Why don't you ask a question that hasn't been asked a thousand times already? I am sure you can come up with a better question than that old one. LOLWhy isn't the christian bible in the "Fiction" area in bookstores?
Obviously that would be because it is not fictional. Take the hint.
I would put it in the ADULT section!!!



Ezekiel 23:8 -New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

"She started being a prostitute in Egypt. And she never stopped. When she was young, men had sex with her. They kissed her virgin breasts. They used up all of their sinful longings on her* (*___ There is plenty of room here to fill in any real hard core ideas for a XXX movie truthful to God’s Holy Word the Bible!).



Ezekiel 23:20-21 (NIV) There she lusted after her lovers, whose genitals were like those of donkeys and whose emission was like that of horses. So you longed for the lewdness of your youth, when in Egypt your bosom was caressed and your young breasts fondled.



The first thing that righteous Noah did after landing off the ark was to plant a vineyard and make wine and get drunk. He got naked in his tent with his grandson Canaan… Poor kid… he turned out to be a disappointment and his grandpa Noah cursed the daylights out of him… In my old Christian School days I was told that the blacks were all descendants of Canaan…



The righteous Lot got drunk and had sex with his young virgin daughters until he got them pregnant! God must have enjoyed watching. He made Lot a Righteous man right on the spot!…



The first miracle that Jesus performed was to change water into wine!



A good shot of whiskey is prescribed BY GOD’S HOLY LAW as part of worship in his HOLY TEMPLE!!!



Deuteronomy 14:26 (NIV) Use the silver to buy whatever you like: cattle, sheep, wine or other fermented drink (KJV "strong drink"), or anything you wish. Then you and your household shall eat there in the presence of the Lord your God and rejoice.



God Almighty prescribed a DAILY “strong drink offering” for himself… The pageantry of the strong drink poured on the fire of the Altar to the LORD must have been awesome to watch!!! For centuries it used to be a Christian tradition to pour a few drops on the table for God’s sake before you bottom up your “strong drink”…



Numbers 28:7 (NIV) The accompanying drink offering is to be a quarter of a hin of fermented drink (KJV "strong wine") with each lamb. Pour out the drink offering to the Lord at the sanctuary.



Proverbs 31:6-7 (NIV) Give beer to those who are perishing, wine to those who are in anguish; let them drink and forget their poverty and remember their misery no more* (*Please don’t drink like this and drive! The Bible publishers are too irresponsible not to have warning labels on the Bibles!)



Even the Bible teaches that nothing beats a good shot of hard liquor to get you back on your feet!



Zachariah 9:17 (KJV-1611) For how great is his goodness, and how great is his beauty! Corn (fermented corn, of course!) shall make the young men cheerful, and new wine the maids.



Regardless of your religion or lack thereof “Eat, DRINK and be merry for tomorrow we shall die” is an absolute universal truth! The same two-bit brained Christians banning abortion today were the ones who made the mobsters stinking rich people during the “prohibition” promoted by Billy Sunday saying that "Liquor is God's Worst Enemy" and had to be destroyed! Who knows what evils the misguided Pro-Lifers are planning for our nation now…!
The Bible is NOT fiction!!! It is all true! I wish you would just understand that God loves you and Jesus died for you and He gave you the Bible to live your life by.
simple, because it's not

why is it in every hotel room?
It really should be in the paperweight section.
You mean you actually believe there's nothing but LIES in the Bible? Wow! I guess you don't believe Egypt exists, the Euphrates and Tigris rivers exist, that Artaxerxes actually ruled as king of Persia, that Rome ruled the known world around the Mediterranean, that the Red Sea, the Jordan River exist (I've waded/swum in both, by the way, so I guess it was just my imagination), or that many of the kings not living in Israel but mentioned in the Bible existed? The Bible has never been proven false historically, scientifically, geographically or archaeologically. So your assertion that it should be in the FICTION section is seriously faulty. But then YOU PEOPLE usually do make that mistake and show yourself foolish. Ignorance of the Bible is a sad thing to see when someone thinks they know all about it.
Maybe you just went to a bad library because it's definately placed in the spirtual/religious section. Plus the Bible is non-fiction it's all true.
Does the "Religion" area ring a bell?
It has its own unique category because it is the greatest story ever told and the best selling book in history.



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cuz almost everyone in the us is christian and wants everyone else to be christain...
Its usually under religion and spiritual, right where it should be.
Your village called.. They would like you to come home.
The Holy Bible is considered Non-Fiction by billions of people.
I know. I don't know how many times I have moved the Bible to a spot right below the Fiction sign.
Same reason why you find books on evolution in the science section.



There has been lots of new information to come out that proves the Bible is correct.



BTW: It isn't just the Christian Bible you are insulting but the Jewish Bible too.
WHY DON'T YOU TROLLS STAY UNDER YOUR BRIDGES?



we keep finding you in YA...



does baby need attention? aww, it's so cute how you feel you need to cause arguments in order to prove your superior intellect!



maybe you should run along now child.
It's the religious brainwashing of publishers and bookstore owners. Dumb buyers wouldn't be able to find it if classisfied under mythology. They have to be led by the hand
As the Bible is about real people, who have lived through

4000 years in time %26amp; is the Truth it cannot be with the fairy

stories.
Well because they reserve that for Atheist and Agnostic definition of evolution as fact,FSM,and invisible unicorn, Right next to children's section next to man made delusions!

You ever been to a book store?

Bible most read book of all time,best seller always, Do you read? Try reading it applying it It helped to change my life and is still doing it even now after 15 years! Interesting thing about the Bible the words the message applies in different ways as you mature in Christ, it gets deeper and deeper in understanding! Show another book that accomplishes that!
It is not fiction and in time you will regret your current attitude toward God.
Not really,



Most of the time bookstores has inspirational sections.
You can place it anywhere in your library. I have many of them at my home and for me the Bible is my God's life manual. God's inspired Word written by chosen people.
It's in the RELIGION section.
The bookkeepers are biased. Religion and mythology are synonymous.
librarians aren't known for having the best eyesight I suppose.
Because religion is a socially-acceptable mental illness.

Any independent bookstore owners available for comment? Or book lovers?

I just opened a small bookstore, small two room house across from our antique mall and tea room. Due to size, I'm limited on space. I have approximately 5,000 in my inventory to include fiction and non-fiction. I have a bit of everything. I've never personally cared for fiction and have always purchased non-fiction. I am running out of space for my non-fiction and want to be able to stock more of it. I'm considering doing away with my romance section and possibly sci-fi, but definitely romance. My reason is: currently my romance takes up one whole wall. It seems that most are the older, historical romances. I have Nora Roberts, Danielle Steel, Debbie McComber, and many others. I can buy these and anyone else can for as little as .10 at garage sales upward to .50 at thrift stores and libraries. Why would anyone want to pay almost 4.00 for a used book when they are abundant at much lower prices? I personally wouldn't. Yes half price is better than the new, but you get my point. If I got rid of them, I'd free up some much wanted space for more non-fiction books. I have about 500 mystery books which I'm thinking I should keep. They are all in very good to like new condition and many popular authors. I want to keep my westerns and general literature (classics and larger books.) Wondering if sci-fi is very popular these days. Again, I just opened up this month and wonder if it would be a mistake to make this change. Oh, and I'm keeping my children's books and want to build that inventory. Also keeping my christian fiction, paranormal romance. I would appreciate your comments.Any independent bookstore owners available for comment? Or book lovers?
I would get rid of the romance. They sell, but not if they're available somewhere cheaper. I'd cut down the romance to less popular ones that aren't available in millions at Goodwill. It really depends on where you are located and who your primary customers are. If you don't get alot of men, sci-fi could easily go. If you don't have many children coming in, cut back there. If you have alot of middleaged women, stock the best selling fiction, christian, and romance.

Just pay attention to what kind of people come in most often, and what they buy.Any independent bookstore owners available for comment? Or book lovers?
I like fiction the best. if it's a small bookstore i think that many people would have my same opinion. People who want nonfiction will probably be less likely to go to a store like that, but that's just my opinion. I'm not really a businessman.

I like scifi, as long as it's good. Fantasy scifi is more my thing, so there's the answer to your question.

Law: Is it illegal for a campus bookstore to refuse a refund to a student?

Is it illegal for a bookstore to refuse a refund to a student because "they just don't want the book?" My bookstore refuses to give students ISBN numbers on textbooks so that students have no choice but to buy from the campus bookstore. I e-mailed my professors weeks ago to request syllabi for my courses to get the books online. None of my professors would e-mail me the information (because it "wasn't ready.") I spent $400 on 5 courses of textbooks for general education classes, one book being $120 for Christian Ethics. The receipt with the return policy said you could only return your books if you dropped the course and you had to have a drop slip. "YOU CANNOT RETURN THE BOOKS BECAUSE YOU DECIDED YOU 'DIDN'T WANT THEM" OR BECAUSE YOU DECIDED YOU'D SHARE WITH A FRIEND." If we don't sign a contract to that policy, do we have to abide by it? This is a RIP OFF!Law: Is it illegal for a campus bookstore to refuse a refund to a student?
college bookstores are notorious for ripping us off. But I usually use reserve copies at the library or order them from amazon.



Sorry you sound like a freshman. Sophomores and juniors catch on right away.



I suggest you save your refund checks for sme cool clothes or something you want or save it.



Use reserve copies because the bookstores will rip you off or order them from online.



Also change your major. you will be unemployed. I can just tell from that 120 dollar book on christian ethics.



Humanities people love to sell their own books at christian bookstores so that they can earn profit from sales. They are worthless.



You need to major in somehting that will get you a job.



Only science books should cost 120.
It's perfectly legal, especially since the return policy is right there for you to read. You should have considered the store's policy BEFORE buying your book. Every store is like this, caveat emptor.Law: Is it illegal for a campus bookstore to refuse a refund to a student?
you could always just sell them on amazon for a bit cheaper because it'll be a bargain for someone who'll need the book later.
This is perfectly legal and common practice in college bookstores.Law: Is it illegal for a campus bookstore to refuse a refund to a student?
No, it is not illegal. Many stores won't give refunds on merchandise at all. What they don't want is for people to buy the book, scan them, and return them. It would put them out of business. You always have a choice of buying a book elsewhere - there is no reason why you should have to be given an ISBN # to do so! If you know the name of the book and the author's name, you can always Google the book to find the publisher's website, and that site will have the ISBN # if, for some reason I don't understand, you would need it.
Yes of coarse you have to abide by it, they don't ask you if you like the policy or not because it doesn't matter what you think of their policy. Their policy is stated on the receipt (and probably somewhere else which you can read before you purchase the textbook) and if you don't like their policy you can buy your books from somewhere else. As far as the ISBN number goes, you can look the book up on line by title and find the ISBN number for that book. Its all politics, get used to it. And as far as legality is concerned about them "not wanting the book", of coarse it's legal. If someone went to a car dealership with a car they bought and said "could I have my money back for this car?" they're gonna say no, we dont want that car. It goes for any buisnes, wake up.

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What is something that made you laugh today?

or yesterday haha. For me I was in the bookstore yesterday and as my friend (she's athiest) and I passed the christian section she comments "They really need to put the bible in the fiction section" not that funny but I died laughing. I also saw hangover 2 yesterday which was hilarious!What is something that made you laugh today?
When I woke up and looked in the mirror it made me laugh how my hair looked lol..
lol im really sore because i exercised a lot yesterday , and so this morning i dropped something so i had to bend down to pick it up and since im sore it hurt a lot and I made a REALLY LOUD SEXX NOISE lolol and my mom turned around like " O_o " lololol it was so funnyWhat is something that made you laugh today?
I laughed when i got a fwd about "Carmen Winstead" and the fwd said if you don't believe this fwd look her up on google and i did and she is on google really "scary!" whatever i tought it was funny how peoplebelievee this junk!!



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iTripped On A Curb And Almost Spranged My ANkle :P

It Hurt But It Was Funny Because iFell Onto A Car :DWhat is something that made you laugh today?
Today,there was a show my mum watches, so the actor said some thing silly and I started to laugh
Well last night someone was being quite comical during an event. I had a good time laughing, yelling and cheering.
my baby brother following all i'm saying hahaha .. its really fun !
i was watching derek sing sweet child o mine on step brothers
I don't think I've laughed yet today.

I already asked this question in a different section...?

but what should I get my husband for our anniversary tomorrow? He is a very good-hearted, Christian guy who loves to read, so I was thinking maybe a good book from the Christian bookstore, or possibly a good knife or tools since he is into fixing things and also he is into army/navy supply type stuff. Any suggestions?I already asked this question in a different section...?
My husband's put on his Christmas list the book Faith In The Fog Of War by Captain Christopher Plekenpol. He heard about it on the radio and was really excited when he opened it up. Another great guy book is Wild At Heart. If he hasn't read this, it is a life changing book. One Yard Short by Coach Les Steckel is another book my hubby liked. How To Read The Bible For All It's Worth by Gordon Fee is a great book for learning to understand the bible. It sounds like a huge book but it's not and it is a facinating read.



Other guy presents;

Sam's sells these wooden things that you can put your cell phone and ipod etc to recharge. It has a little drawer for nail clippers and an area for pocket change.



House coat and slippers.



Magazine subscription. My husband really likes The Family Handyman http://www.rd.com/familyhandyman/



Gift card to Best Buy or Circuit City or some other guy friendly store



Shaving products that are more expensive then he would actually pay for himself.



My husband really does ask for ties and socks for gifts.
a bearI already asked this question in a different section...?
All of those sound good but you have not mention that he loves doing those things except reading, seems like you really want to get him a book and i wont disagree.
Have you considered the Love Dare book? It was awesome. Or the book called The Shack. Both would be something that he might really love.I already asked this question in a different section...?
The Shack is a great book! It's very unusual. You could do that and a tool gift card.

How can i get "Destined to Reign" by Joseph Prince in Spanish?

i live in Cuernavaca Mexico and I know this book came out here in 2008 in Spanish, but I can't find it at my Local Christian bookstore,,HELP =)

God Bless YouHow can i get "Destined to Reign" by Joseph Prince in Spanish?
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For bible readers and christians only?

ok me and my guy freind are both christian. and i got him a freindship birthday card from the christian bookstore. anyone know any good quotes about freindship thats sorta related to god? but nothing with the words ye, or thor or any olde,medievel words plz and thanks!!!!For bible readers and christians only?
A friend in need is a friend indeed!
there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.For bible readers and christians only?
"A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity." ~ Proverbs 17:17 NIV



"There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother." ~Proverbs 18:24 NIV
I'm a bible reader.

How about Deut 23:2For bible readers and christians only?
Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, one will lift up his companion. But woe to him who is alone when he falls for he has no one to help him up.

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
Try this out.



Philippians 1:9-10

And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless until the day of Christ,



God Bless
The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense.
24A man that has friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticks closer than a brother.
Look at John 15:15 from an NIV or NLT version Bible.





From a King James, it reads as follows:



Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you.



The NIV and NLT will take out the objectionable words and restate the verse is easier language.

The
Lev 19:18 Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the LORD.

Matt 5:43 Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy.

Matt 19:19 Honour thy father and thy mother: and, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Matt 22:39 And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Mark 12:31 And the second is like, namely this, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these.

Luke 10:27 And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.

Rom 13:9 For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Gal 5:14 For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

James 2:8 If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well:
And Jesus said, “What comes out of a man, that defiles a man. For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed evil thoughts, adulteries, fornications, murders, thefts, covetousness, wickedness, deceit, lewdness, an evil eye, blasphemy, pride, foolishness. All these evil things come from within and defile a man.
Proverbs 17:17 A friend loves at all times...
how about:



Ecclesiastes 4:10

If one falls down, his friend can help him up.



or



John 15:13

Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.



or how about (this next one is my personal favorite :-)



3 John 1:2

Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.
"Behold, I [the LORD] will corrupt your seed, and spread dung upon your faces, even the dung of your solemn feasts; and one shall take you away with it." (Malachi 2:3)



"And I [the LORD] will cause them to eat the flesh of their sons and the flesh of their daughters.." (Jeremiah 19:9)



"Through the wrath of the LORD of hosts is the land darkened, and the people shall be as the fuel of the fire: no man shall spare his brother. And he shall snatch on the right hand, and be hungry; and he shall eat on the left hand, and they shall not be satisfied: they shall eat every man the flesh of his own arm." (Isaiah 9:19-20)



"And he smote the men of Bethshemesh, because they had looked into the ark of the LORD, even he smote of the people fifty thousand and threescore and ten men: and the people lamented, because the LORD had smitten many of the people with a great slaughter." (1 Samuel 6:19)



And Israel joined himself unto Baalpeor: and the anger of the LORD was kindled against Israel. And the LORD said unto Moses, 'Take all the heads of the people and hang them up before the LORD against the sun, that the fierce anger of the LORD may be turned away from Israel.' (Numbers 25:3-4)



And thou shalt eat it as barley cakes, and thou shalt bake it with dung that cometh out of man, in their sight. (Ezekiel 4:12)



Then he said unto me, Lo, I [the LORD] have given thee cow's dung for man's dung, and thou shalt prepare thy bread therewith. (Ezekiel 4:15)

Good Christian books?

I seriously need help right now. I have nightmares that Jesus has returned, along with the Devil who is posing as Christ in the hopes that people will be fooled into following him. Unable to differentiate between the two, I accidentally follow Satan and burn to death in you-know-where. Then I wake up.



It isn't a pleasant dream, and I'm terrified that when Jesus returns it will become reality! I've gotten rid of most of my doubts, mainly with the assistance of the Holy Spirit, but I've read that when Jesus comes again, so will Satan, and some will follow Satan and eternally burn.



I need advice! Can you please suggest some books to help me deal with this, and where online I can find the books? (Good Christian books are a rarity at the local bookstore; it mainly sells Bibles and old, boring books instructing you how exactly to run your life.)



Serious answers from Christians only please. 10 points are in store for the best answer. (Advice is welcome as well as books!)



Thanks!Good Christian books?
You won't get over your bad dreams by intensely studying, that will probably make it worse! lol (I'm sort of kidding btw)



Let me give you a bit of assurance from Jesus Himself. "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. My Father, which gave them me, is greater than all; and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father's hand. I and my Father are one."*



So, according to Jesus, your best method of study would be to learn how to hear Jesus' voice :)
Left Behind most def you can get these at any christian store or any bookstore. or try amazon.comGood Christian books?
its really wrong that you onnly say christians can answer
The best book you could ever have is your (NIV) Study Bible.Good Christian books?
try the bible
Read all the "Left Behind" series if you haven't already. You won't be able to put these books down once you start.
The left behind bookes are very good. also obviously the bible.
Read the Tim Lahaye books, not the Left Behind series, but this one about revelation. Its really good. And talks how the mark of the beast is an intentional thing that you proclaim not to follow Jesus.
definitely talk to a local pastor (or your own, if you attend church). you can also read the Left Behind series. they are really helpful. good luck! I'll pray for you!
"Faith that pleases God" by Bob George
So, I believe in dream analysis, which says that your dreams are your fears in disguise. Maybe you should do some serious praying and research. I don't think any book will help you except for the Bible. Good luck!
i know of only one book



The Holy BIble



it has more in it than you will ever find anywhere else.
this is kinda boring, but it could help. those nightmares seem scary.



is that really you, God? by lowen cunningham with janice rogers.
the bible

left behind

save me from myself

saving sarah cain

wanda and brunsitter





and about those nightmares... pray(this is not a book)
I would recommend Led By The Carpenter by D. James Kennedy and regular daily Bible study. Forming a close relationship to Christ will give you the confidence that you would be able to spot a counterfeit.Every morning when you wake up, dedicate the day to the Lord and ask Him to fill you and guide you with His Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit inside of a person is what opens our eyes spiritually. God bless!!



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Another good one to read is The Gates Of Hell Shall Not Prevail by D. James Kennedy. I foung this book to be extremely encouraging and motivational.

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i used to worry about that all the time. just know that whatever you do, you will go up when you die, not down. JESUS LOVES YOU. he chose you, and would not allow you to burn in that place. Also, if you get to know God better, you will be able to tell the difference between Him and Satan. As for books, try Youth Walk devotional magazine and Acquire the Fire devotional magazine. I know they aren't actual books, but this way it will be like getting a new book every month (or however often they come). Don't worry about the future. Live for it. And listen to God. He will carry you triumphantly home when the time is right, which may include the end of the world, or not. Its already decided, And Jesus chose YOU. He knows you will make the right decision.
Just know that when Jesus comes back, you will know. If you have accepted his gift already, you will be taken when he comes back. If anyone 'claims' to be Jesus, know he is false. Keep praying and talk with your youth pastor and friends. As long as you have the relationship with God, you will be assured of faith in the true Jesus Christ.



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I agree with most on the Left Behind series, very good!! I am on #11 and still loving them.
This Present Darkness and Piercing the Darkness - both by Frank Peretti.

By the way, don't get upset with the comments - Everyone is on this forum for a reason. Try to lighten up a little. I know it's a serious subject and concern, but they are just goofys. Read your Bible. He gives the peace that is beyond understanding.
You may want to look up verses on faith, try In Touch Ministries web site. The Holy Spirit/Jesus lives inside of you, and will not let you be deceived. You already are following Jesus, and you will recognize him in the after life. You may also want to read about Revelation ( I actually bought "Revelation for Dummies") Most theologians believe that you and I will be raptured, taken away "in the twinkling of an eye" (Corinthians 15:56) before the tribulation. Satan returns during the tribulation, and you will be gone, already raptured. Please don't worry, God won't let you go.
First off if you've truly made Jesus your personal lord and savior you wont have to worry about burning in hell Jesus promises us eternal placement in heaven. As far as books go read the letters from paul in the bible (corinthians, galatians, romans, etc) they are always a good place to start reading. uuh s far as books i try phillip yancy i heard hes good. you could read the left behind books there ok not that good but as far as christian fiction theyre ok and contain some biblical truth but remember its fiction its not exactly the way things will happen. Don't fret over things like that satan can use them to hinder our faith trust in God and remember once saved always saved its in the bible.
The New Testament would be the best, but "The Last Days According to Jesus - When Did Jesus Say He Would Return?" by R.C. Sproul might help. Also "The Gospel According to Jesus - What Does Jesus Mean When He Says, Follow Me?" by John F. MacArthur, Jr.
You need professional medical help perhaps.
You do not need a book. Please consider going to a therapist.
The Golden compass/ The Subtle Knife/ The Amber Spyglass



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Christians, How do you feel about this?

Lifeway Christian Bookstores pulls the September-October issue of Gospel Today because it features Female pastors on its cover.



How do you feel about their actions?



If you can, please clarify where the Bible says that females should not pastor a church or vice versa.



http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/358鈥?/a>Christians, How do you feel about this?
Bullshit, females can wear every kind of robe's you want. Pastor or President.



Who say something different about it .. this tongue used for bless the Ignorance
From what I've learned it's not wrong. However there is a verse that indicates that there shouldnt be female Bishops.1 Timothy 3:2



I've read the verses that say that the woman shouldnt talk in the Church but that was because they were having a problem with the women talking across the Church to their husbands because the man were sitting on the other end of the Church.They were acting unruly.Christians, How do you feel about this?
because christianity is sexist
You uncovered one of Satan's many small victories against the Church. Divide from within over gender issues.



One sect of Christianity interprets the NT as indicating men are to the be head of the church, i.e., pastors, and women are not.



Another sect says it is okay for women to hold a pastoral role.



Hence the division.



It should be noted, the vast majority of the Christian church at large believes women should not have a pastoral role. Doesn't make the majority right, just an interesting fact.



Peace.Christians, How do you feel about this?
In Ist or 2nd Corinthians, it talks about how women should be silent in the church. If they have questions, they are to ask their husbands- they are not to speak in church. This would mean that they should pastor, deacon, etc. Here's a webpage also:

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I'm not saying it is wrong to have female pastors but the Bible does refer only to men in that position. Certainly there were women in the first century who would have been capable of pastoring a flock but are never given that opportunity, as far as we've been informed through scriptures. This would be in keeping with the Bible's concept that the man is the head (spiritual leader) of the household as Christ is head of the church. Needless-to-say, though, if the man is not fulfilling his role as head, the woman is responsible to take on that role. Even so, personally I would feel uncomfortable with a woman pastor. Of course, my perception of pastor isn't the local preacher but one of multiple men who shepherd the flock...but that's another question.
Aside from the bible, history informs us that women have always been 2nd class to men, which is why the bible is a sexist piece of literature. The fact is a woman can be just as much a leader on the pulpit than doing the usual auxiliary work in and around the church. Ancient African history shows that Christianity was forced upon them in the same manner as far as women. Read about the Candaces of Ethioipia and how they were the warriors that fought against that religious sexisim of Christianity. And Dr. Michael Eric Dyson's book "Why I Love Black Women" which talks about that same situation. But to remove them from their position only reveals the religious slave mentality and insecurities of men.

Working at a CHRISTIAN Store?

im 21 and am starting my job at "family Christian store" on tuesday... well its an interview but i start later this week.



its a part-bookstore, part-jewelry (ironic right?), and part record store.



anyways the manager said that i will be hired to work in "receiving" and do "stock".



what does that mean i will be doing?Working at a CHRISTIAN Store?
It sounds like you'll be working in the back where the supplies are stored. Receiving will probably mean that you interact with those making deliveries to the store, and stocking means that you'll help take the delivered merchandise and place it in the store.



Everyone has to learn the duties of a new job--even an employee with years of experience. Don't be afraid to ask your new supervisor for more details about your role. And if you're not offered formal training, you can explain that you want to do an exceptional job and need your supervisor to explain the stores procedures. Carry a little notebook and pencil with you to jot down things you don't want to forget. Doing things well, having a great attitude, and going the extra mile may lead to a promotion!



Wishing you all the best on your new job!

Where can i get a purity ring? but not online?

i would like to get a purity ring like the ones that say "true love waits" but

does target, walmart, khols or any of those places sell them? or can i only get them online and at christian bookstores?Where can i get a purity ring? but not online?
I guess you'll have to get it online since you haven't seen it in stores. They don't sell those, you know. You go to the seminar or meeting and they talk to you, then if you're ready to take the pledge you take it and receive the ring.Where can i get a purity ring? but not online?
Um buy a ring and call it a purity ring?Where can i get a purity ring? but not online?
So you can't buy one online?



Well, i think you might certainly be able to get them



at a localized Christian supply store. I doubt Walmart, etc.



would carry something like that.

Question about guard military leave?

I am thinking about joining the Air National Guard and I currently work part time at a christian bookstore. I would be gone for basic training and tech school for four months%26gt;%26gt; would i be able to classify this as military leave? so i could return to this job? why or why not?Question about guard military leave?
You should be able to class it as mil leave, it's not like you can come home at any point during this training. One caveat though is that your employer may try to skirt the law and say that it's not covered under USERRA which states that:

The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA, 38 U.S.C. § 4301 – 4335) is a federal law intended to ensure that persons who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, Reserves, National Guard or other “uniformed services:” (1) are not disadvantaged in their civilian careers because of their service; (2) are promptly reemployed in their civilian jobs upon their return from duty; and (3) are not discriminated against in employment based on past, present, or future military service. The federal government is to be a “model employer” under USERRA (38 U.S.C. § 4301).

The key words for you to pay attention to are "future military service". Make sure you give employer due notice and do not quit your job because then the employer is free and clear of any obligation to reinstate you into the workforce.Question about guard military leave?
reservist do not get leave, they get training. If they get activated you get two weeks off during your deployment for R and R but no leave time.

Which Bible and why, the NASB or the ESV?

I had decided to get the NASB and went to a local Christian bookstore and was introduced to the ESV. I do want something that is pretty literate as well as fairly easy to read and understand. I will be reading from this to my children as well so I want it to read smoothly for their benefit as well.Which Bible and why, the NASB or the ESV?
Why just the 2?



? ? A Short History Of The Bible ? ?

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Today we still have dozens of Bible translation versions, with Bible scholars still arguing over the meaning and proper translations of words and phrases. The following shows just a few of the most popular versions:



King James Version (KJV)

The New King James Version (NKJV)

Modern King James Version [Green's Translation] (MKJV)

Literal Translation Version [Green] (LITV)

International Standard Version (ISV)

The New International Version (NIV)

English Standard Version (ESV)

New English Bible (NEB)

American Standard Version (ASV)

New American Standard Bible (NASB)

Revised Standard Version (RSV)

New Revised Standard Version (NRSV)

Contemporary English Version (CEV)

Today's English Version (TEV)

The Living Bible (LB)

New Century Version (NC)

New Life Version (NLV)

New Living Translation (NLT)

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Revised Young's Literal Translation (RYLT)

John Darby's New Translation

Weymouth New Testament Translation

Rotherham's



(One might wonder what will happen to the "new" revisions a few hundred years from now. Nevertheless, the King James Version still remains the most used Bible in the world today and it will probably continue its popularity long into the future.)





http://www.blueletterbible.org allows you to check out a very high number of 'versions' of the bible... The differences go from subtle to "OMFG! I can't believe it says that!"



How can you trust a book that has dozens of "Versions", each one different from the others?



???????? Penn %26amp; Teller: Season 2 Episode 11 - "The Bible: Fact Or Fiction?":

http://www.tv-links.cc/redir4.php?l=aHR0…



And why would you want to be a part of a religion that has the man they chose to be the pope as their leader? An evil man that personally wrote to Priests and Churches around the world to hide their acts of depravity with children under threat of Excommunication?



KEEP BOTH THE PRIEST AND THE VICTOM QUIET UNDER THREAT OF HELL!



???????? Penn %26amp; Teller: Season 7 Episode 10 – “The Vatican”

Part 1 of 3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HX2ZlFNEe…

Part 2 of 3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJbRKTUef…

Part 3 of 3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4D67Jc9O…

Secondary Source: http://www.viddler.com/explore/Hominid/v…



I HIGHLY encourage you to read the WHOLE BIBLE, whichever version you choose, from cover to cover... With a highlighter in hand...



Read each and every word... Each atrocity, each act of depravity, each act of violence done in 'god's' name, each contradiction...



Read it all an NEVER allow the clergy to pull the wool over your eyes.
Both are very good.



I would stick with the NASBWhich Bible and why, the NASB or the ESV?
I prefer the online Bible Gateway. It allows you to switch from one to the other and see that translation differences do matter.

http://www.biblegateway.com/
I always find that 'the dummies guide to middle eastern rag arsed myths' very useful. just make sure you dont pick up 'the dummies guide to rag head myths'' by mistake. ( thats the koran )Which Bible and why, the NASB or the ESV?
CEV is easy on the eyes. I can read faster and my comprehension is much better.
Use the King James version it is the best version it was written almost 400 years ago and is unaffected by our society and way of thinking.
Both are good word for word translations. The NASB is probably a bit more accurate. But the ESV is an easier read.....%26gt;
Both are very good:



Allow me to give you a recent time-line:



1971 AD: The "New American Standard Bible" (NASB) is Published as a "Modern and Accurate Word for Word English Translation" of the Bible.



1973 AD: The "New International Version" (NIV) is Published as a "Modern and Accurate Phrase for Phrase English Translation" of the Bible.



1982 AD: The "New King James Version" (NKJV) is Published as a "Modern English Version Maintaining the Original Style of the King James."



2002 AD: The English Standard Version (ESV) is Published as a translation to bridge the gap between the accuracy of the NASB and the readability of the NIV.



Of the above I find that the NASB is best for Bible Study, and that the ESV is better for reading through the Bible and devotional reading.



Source(s):

http://www.greatsite.com/timeline-englis…
If you want your children to grow up and succeed, I would suggest Atlas Shrugged, by Ayn Rand; but if you want them to be confused sheep, then the NIV is a great choice.
Well - this is a tricky question. IF your only 2 choices are the NASB and the ESV, and you will be reading to children, the choice should definitely be the ESV.



However, that does not mean that the ESV is the best bible for your purpose!



Here are some things that may help you to make a more informed decision



Step-by-step guide in choosing the right bible

http://www.BibleSelector.com



Grade Reading Level chart

http://www.bibleselector.com/reading_lev…



My opinion: if you're going for very easy-to-read (for the sake of your children), the CEV is the best. It has won a national (UK) award for clarity of language and seems to suffer less than most other very-easy-to-read bibles from imprecision (although they all suffer). It is also available in an edition with the complete Western Canon (that is: the Apocrypha). Finally, the New Testament of the CEV has received Vatican approval - something even most Roman Catholic bibles have not achieved (the CEV is not a Roman Catholic bible). The Learning Bible is a CEV with really excellent explanatory notes, which might be useful for your purpose. Take a look at the "look inside" and see the notes

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1585160…



If your looking for a more advanced bible - one with junior-high level language and (therefore) a greater degree of precision, the ESV is not the worst choice you could make - but also maybe not the best. That first link should help you out here. The ESV also comes in an edition with the complete Western Canon, so that is definitely a plus if you want that. Personally, I think from a *literary* position that the New Jerusalem Bible and the Revised English Bible are the best bibles to get. First, they are translated using the highest of scholarly standards (something that cannot be said of the ESV - though it is better than most). Second, my personal experience with the NJB is that the wording is simply enlightening. Passages that always seemed sort of opaque or dull previously seem to take on new life. I have heard similar things regarding the REB and have a copy here waiting for me to read...



Anyway, if you liked the idea of explanatory notes in the CEV suggestion, and you are set on an ESV, you might want to check out these links - particularly the ESV Study Bible

http://www.bibleselector.com/r_esv_ss.ht…

and the ESV Children's Bible

http://www.bibleselector.com/r_esv_mc_es…



Note, though, that none of the 3 study bibles I've mentioned here include the complete Western Canon. They are all 66-book bibles.



Jim
The NASB and ESV are very similar and have many endorsements by excellent scholars and pastors.



These are essentially literal Bibles, that is, so far as possible, they are transparent to the wording and literary forms of the Greek and Hebrew. Therefore, where the original language is simple, the NASB and ESV are easy to read. Where the original language is complex or difficult, the NASB and ESV are complex or difficult.



Essential literal Bibles are beautiful, because they retain the poetry and metaphors in the original languages which were given for our contemplation. However, that makes them more challenging to read. Therefore, occasionally in your reading, there will be words or phrases you will need to explain to your kids. This is what I have done with the ESV and it works well.



Study Bibles using these translations have concise notes that are incredibly helpful with difficult passages.



The scholars say that the ESV is easier to read than the NASB and I assume they are right. I’ve been comparing the two in a limited way over the last year and I don’t really see much difference.



If you will be reading with friends that have the NASB, that might a good reason to get that translation. Otherwise, the ESV has the reputation of being a bit easier to read which might be better for your kids. If you are open to getting a study Bible, the ESV study Bible is excellent.
Since I use the KJV most of the time, I am probably not the best answer you will get, nevertheless I do have a suggestion.



I once gave the NIV on tapes to my kids, only to learn that there is much controversy about some basic things being chainged or left out.



Perhaps some research into the two versions is in order before you proceed.



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First impressions tend to stick with us.
Great question. It looks like you received some answers that are from people who have a scewed perspective of what the Bible is really all about, it's history, and how it was put together.



Have any of these people done any translating themselves to make such assertions?



Have some of these people ever gave an honest try to read the Bible devotionally instead of synnically? Have they ever tried to have their questioned answered or researched?



The "version" question is really not a big deal unless one decides to take out the deity of Christ at the start like the New Word Translation. That translation is corrupt at the outset because it has an agenda prior to the work of translation.



The differences in versions can be accounted for differences in translation style and objective.



The NASB, ESV, KJV and NKJV are not different Bibles, but different versions. There is a difference. The same truth, doctrines, and overall meaning is the same, not one thing is lost. Those four translations are what is called "literal-idiomatic translations" which try to keep a word for word translation as much as possible.



The NIV is what is called a "Dynamic Equivalent" translation which tries to takes the original meaning and makes a corresponding Englisth equivalent to the authors original intention so the modern reader can better understand without going to study helps.



Most of the others are paraphrases which can be helpful and devotional but be careful because paraphrases can be subject to the translators interpretation.



Both the ESV and NASB are excellent translations and are both the Word of God. I Thessalonians 2:13.



I would probably choose the ESV if you want a diffinitive answer though.
Pick one, they are all fairly useless, there are many real books worth so much more and they will impart you with valid knowledge.

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Should I ask my husband to try I different church?

My husband and I attend a southern baptist church. I've not been to a baptist church since I was a young kid. I've been non denominational. I'm not sure why I dislike our church so much. I loved it when we first started going there. One of my biggest problems right now is probably that my husband is so involved I feel like it's taking too much time away from us. We both work and his job is an hour away so he's away from home for 11 hours every day. I work a few evenings. I work at a christian bookstore so the only time I'm guarenteed to be home which is wednesday night and sunday, he's busy at church. He plays in a band that is working with the youth and I feel like what he's doing is important but I hate that he's gone all day long on sunday. He does a small group with the band then a small group with the youth band then the band practices. I hate it! What should I do?Should I ask my husband to try I different church?
Um talk to him that usually helps.
All you can do is talk to him. What he is doing is good but not worth risking his family with his neglect.Should I ask my husband to try I different church?
If the church life is taking away from your family, then it is a problem. Talk to your husband about how you feel. Ask him to re-evaluate his priorities. Pray that he realizes that it isn't what he does that makes him a Christian but how he lives his life (I'm assuming he's already made a profession of faith). You know, being overly involved in church activities can actually damage your spiritual life. Also, I'd suggest that after he hopefully pulls back from some of his church commitments that you could find a way to serve as a family within the church. I don't think this is a reason to leave the church. You'd feel more connected as a couple if you could find a way to serve together.



I believe being happy as a part of a church body is 25% your like of the worship style, 25% what you feel you learn and gain from attending, and 50% how you give back to the church by being plugged in to some type of ministry.

Are you good with kids? Volunteer with the children. Like to take pictures? Offer to photograph special services and new members. Like to decorate? Volunteer for the wedding committee or something similar. Since you work in a bookstore maybe you can offer to help with the church library. Finding what you like will make you more comfortable there, but finding what you both like and can do together will be incredible! I hope you reach that point!
Yeah, you need to talk to him. First, search your heart to see if your being selfish. But, if the ministry is taking him away from his family then he needs to know and hopefully he'll respond lovingly.Should I ask my husband to try I different church?
If talking to to your husband isn't working (and sometimes it doesn't) try talking to the pastor.



Let the pastor know that the heavy involvement in church activities is causing a problem in your marriage. A more limited schedule is appropriate for your situation. Any pastor who is worth his salt will put a healthy marriage above multiple church activities. The pastor can then have a discussion with your husband. If the pastor doesn't see it that way - then yes it is time to leave the church because that would be indicative of messed up priorities.



Very often a spouse will listen to someone else, but not the one they are married to. It sometimes takes a respected other person to break the impasse.
You need to talk to him and ask him why it's so important that he spend so much time withe the youth band, and not with you.



If he was working two jobs to pay down a lot of debt or something, then that's entirely different. But he is married to you, and he spends all day Sunday with the youth band.



He needs to explain why the band (to which he is NOT married) is more important than his wife.



There are 168 hours in each week. He spends 55 hours commuting or at work. He spends 6-8 hours on Sunday alone with the youth band. How many hours do you spend together each week?
you going for god right , he,s in all church as for me some are ok and some %$$#^**%26amp;%26amp;^^^ and some tell him you feel closer to the lord and if not ,one thing if you can,t stand together you will not be husband and wife to long you must pull as one, tell him you need me time with him and you come first,,
Speak with him and ask what his priorities are in a sincere method. That you are concerned he may no longer love you or he is uncomfortable working in his own community for fear of being judged for whatever reason. Let him know that you admire his dedication and commitment to others needs but that you have needs and you miss him. Compromise should always be an option to make any marriage work or be comfortable for both of you. Maybe a Christian marriage weekend retreat is the answer. It will put the two of you together away from the hustle and bustle of your regular lives and allow for open discussions without any finger pointing. Work on the strengths you both can offer to your marriage. I hope you find the happiness you desire.
talk with him %26amp; talk with your minister let them know he is so busy at work %26amp; church your not getting the attention you need, the bible says "husbands love your wife as christ loved the church" Christ gave his life for the church. he should be giving his all to you as well . he sounds like a good man talk to him.
Remind him that marriage is a sacred institution, and that religion is supposed to bring people together, not drive them apart.
Sounds like you two need to get your priorities straight.

Basically, he isn't available to you, and that is a marriage killer. Is he just plain avoiding you?

Talk to him and ask the hard questions.

You may need a marriage counselor to pull it all out into the open.



Maybe you two can find a place to live that is closer to his job, which will cut the commute time.

Perhaps you can change your schedule at the bookstore.

Get him to drop some of his activities.

How about a "date night"?
I think you should tell him that you're lonely for him, you miss him, and that you value this other work that he does. However, he is neglecting his key--and God-blessed--relationship. I don't know that changing churches is the answer. If he won't hear you, ask him if he'll go to couples counseling. If he won't go, you go without him.

How can I get a list of all of Billy Graham's books?

I read a book recently of Billy Graham answering some of lifes tough questions. It was very interesting. Wish I had written the name of the book. I checked under Christian bookstore listings, but didnot see it. I'd appreciate any sugestions. Thank you.How can I get a list of all of Billy Graham's books?
amazon



search by author
Try looking up Billy Graham on Yahoo search or Google. Email me if you have questions or are a fellow believer in Christ at questinchrist@yahoo.com. God blessHow can I get a list of all of Billy Graham's books?
Go to http://www.billygraham.org
Billy Graham Books and Publications

Millions of copies of Mr. Graham’s books have been sold in 38 languages around the world.



“Peace With God” was Mr. Graham’s first book and has been a best-seller since it was first published in 1953, with over two million copies distributed. A completely revised and expanded edition was released by Word, Inc. in 1984. A revised edition of “The Secret of Happiness,” Billy Graham’s commentary on the Beatitudes, first published in 1955, was also released by Word, Inc. in 1985.



“A Biblical Standard for Evangelists” was released by World Wide Publications in 1984. It was written as a commentary on 15 Affirmations accepted by over 4,000 evangelists from around the world who attended the historic International Conference for Itinerant Evangelists held in Amsterdam in 1983.



“Approaching Hoofbeats: The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” was released by Word, Inc. in 1983, and reached its fifth printing by February 1984. Over 550,000 copies are in print. Word and Avon released the trade and mass paperback editions in early 1985.



“Till Armageddon” (released February 1981) went into its eighth printing within three months; “The Holy Spirit” (released late in 1978) sold over 300,000 copies in the first 90 days; “How to Be Born Again” (1977) had a first printing of 800,000 copies; “Angels: God’s Secret Agents” (released in September 1975, by Doubleday) sold over one million cloth copies within 90 days.



Other major titles by Mr. Graham are “My Answer” (1960); “World Aflame” (1965), which has sold more than two million copies since publication; “The Challenge” (1969); and “The Jesus Generation” (1971). Mr. Graham has also written many shorter books and contributed to volumes compiled or edited by others.





“In 1990, four of Mr. Graham’s books were honored by the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association. “Angels” and “Till Armageddon” received Platinum Book Awards for having sold 2,202,050 and 1,134,976 copies respectively. “Approaching Hoofbeats” and “The Holy Spirit” each received a Gold Book Award for having sold 973,823 and 945,348 copies respectively. Numerous books have been written about Mr. Graham. British biographer John Pollock wrote the most widely circulated volume, “Billy Graham: The Authorized Biography,” which was published by McGraw-Hill in 1966. In 1979 Pollock wrote “Billy Graham: Evangelist to the World,” which covered Mr. Graham’s ministry during the 70s. “To All the Nations” by Pollock, published by Harper and Row in 1985, selects major episodes from the dramatic years of Mr. Graham’s life. Other biographies, “A Prophet with Honor” by William Martin, was published by William Morrow and Company in 1991 and most recently, “The Evangelist” by Lewis Drummond, was published by Word Publishing in 2001.



In his autobiography, “Just As I Am,” released by HarperCollins/Zondervan April 30, 1997, Mr. Graham reflects on his life and nearly 60 years of ministry around the world. He shares how his unwavering faith in Christ formed and shaped his career, from humble beginnings as the son of a dairy farmer in North Carolina. One week in the first month following its release the book accomplished a “triple crown”—simultaneously number one on the top three best-seller lists—The New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal.



A pictorial book “Billy Graham: God’s Ambassador” published by Time Life, Inc., was released in October 1999. It contains personal reflections and hundreds of photographs captured through the lens of his photographer, Russ Busby, who has spent most of his life documenting Billy Graham’s ministry around the world.How can I get a list of all of Billy Graham's books?
find his web site and go to it.

This is for all who like to argue?

A friend once told me that at The Christian Bookstore, a Santanist applied to work there. Do you think he got the job, and why do you think he even applied to work there in the first place? Feel free to debate it.This is for all who like to argue?
you can't deny him the job. (legally speaking, that would be discrimination, and the owner would be fined maybe jailed, and have his store closed) so ya, he could have got the job. Why did he apply? 1) to perform a devils deed. 2) to make money. 3) to piss off the owner knowing unless he hire's someone else, or doesn't want to hire, he cna't do anything about it.



(all the owner can do it say im not hiring, or he's full of staff, that can deny the satanist from working, but if he hires someone else, the satanist can take the owner to court, or be reviewed by the gov.) but that's a stupid question anyway..what's wrong with your friend?This is for all who like to argue?
Maybe to start an argument, maybe he is trying to become a believer, maybe he needed the money... As for getting the job, that's up to the people that own the shop.This is for all who like to argue?
It could happen. I have found that just because it is a christian store, doesn't mean christians run it. Most of the merchandise is made by non-christians for pure profit.

Why can't I find any Gospel music on 8-track tapes ?

I went to several Christian bookstores in my city and when I ask for 8-track tapes they look at me funny and tell me they don't carry them. Then they show me these silver colored records that are smaller then a 45 rpm record and tell me that's the only format they carry.Why can't I find any Gospel music on 8-track tapes ?
My my my. We have been out of touch for awhile, haven't we?
obsolete.....try cds and dvds.Why can't I find any Gospel music on 8-track tapes ?
Because gospel music is so bad that it is not even on 8-track tapes.
Probably because you can't find 8-track tape players at any store. I'd be impressed if they even knew what 8-track tapes were, let alone carry them.



Oh, the memories .... of prying the case open and splicing the tape back together and trying to get the tape wrapped back up correctly so the tape might possibly work again. lolWhy can't I find any Gospel music on 8-track tapes ?
Yes, Natalie, I'm afraid your first answere is right. You might be able to find some used ones at a garage sale. I love Gospel Music. Hope you are successful.
I tried finding Gospel music on 78's, but I guess they quit carrying those as well.
You must be Rip Van Winkle's long lost sister........you need to go back about 3 decades to find anything labeled '8 track'
When I bought an old car with an 8-track player I went to a collectibles mall and bought some 8-tracks of Kansas and Styx. You could try that.



Does your computer have an 8-track burner? You could always illegally download Christian music and make your own 8-tracks.
Try swap meets. You'll find all sorts of junk there.

R&S, what do you think of Christian Atheism?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_a…



I saw their book at a bookstore, apparently they're people that want to pick and combine, lol.R%26amp;S, what do you think of Christian Atheism?
Speaking as a vegetarian meat-eater I think it is excellent
How about Gandhist Atheism?





1. Gandhi never talked about coming with a sword.



2 Gandhi never said that he would set families against each other



3. Gandhi never cursed a fig tree for not having figs out of season.



4. Gandhi was quite happy for people to lend money wherever they wanted, and even if they had been loan sharks would have held a non-violent protest.



5. Gandhi never said that we had to follow him, never mind worship him.



6. Gandhi never claimed that he died for us.



and most important:



7. Gandhi was a real person.







That would be something I could follow.R%26amp;S, what do you think of Christian Atheism?
Thomas Jefferson did this with his "Jefferson Bible". I'm a big fan of Jefferson's.
If I remember correctly there is a book out by that name or similar that discusses Christians living a lifestyle that seems to say there is no God.R%26amp;S, what do you think of Christian Atheism?
I think there should be a different term for it because combining two such complete opposite and opposing words in one is socially... uh... wrong? Un wise?
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I don't see what's so funny about following the moral teachings of Jesus. Are you saying atheists are incapable of love and forgiveness?
Smorgasboard Christianity is a VERY popular way to go to hell.
Seems quite oxymoronic to me.
Sounds like it's not even a religion. Just a practice.
That makes no sense whatsoever.
There's no such thing. It's an oxymoron. Sh*t or get off the pot.
Yeahh... Hey, though, if they want to be good people, I won't stop them, even if they do still go to hell.
sounds very not Biblical, thus a lie from satan.
I think it's silly.

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Is it true that the old Dunlap's in Palos Heights, IL is haunted?

I've heard that Dunlap's restaurant in Palos Heights, IL (now currently a small cafe and bookstore owned by Trinity Christian College) is haunted by a ghost named Fast Eddie. Can anyone tell me anything about the history and lore of this? I cannot find anything on the internet.Is it true that the old Dunlap's in Palos Heights, IL is haunted?
i doubt it,no place is known to be haunted . Science has found no evidence of the paranormalIs it true that the old Dunlap's in Palos Heights, IL is haunted?
Sure, and science is never wrong. Except when it finds out that it is, and has to change its entire paradigm. And I think there are many people who would disagree with "No place is known to be haunted"-- I can think of plenty.

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Is it true that the old Dunlap's in Palos Heights, IL is haunted?
Speaking as someone who knows something about Palos Heights history I am not aware of any claimed haunting of the former restaurant. I have not come across any Edwards in the history of the restaurant. There could be one, but colleges are great places for ghost rumors to spread too.

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Do you have any information concerning a 17 year old girl that was abducted from Overland park?

Kelsey Smith a beautiful recent graduate is the grandaughter of one of my dear friends. The police and family are trying to get the word out as fast as possible for Hello, I am Pat Goettel, For years I managed the Christian Bookstore in Miami, Okla. One of my good Friends is Pat Smith who also ran a bookstore in Overland Park Ks. Saturday night her 17 year old grandaughter was abducted out side a mall in Overland Park. Please pray for her safety, and her swift return. I am contacting the churches so that we can get as many people as possible to pray : Please pass this on.



so many of these emails are scams.. this is NOT.. Please pass this to anyone and everyone so we can see Kelsey returned to her loving family. Thank you in Jesus' name







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http://www.nbcactionnews.com/news/local/鈥?/a> safe return.Do you have any information concerning a 17 year old girl that was abducted from Overland park?
Hello. I am originally from Kelsey's area (and even attended a nearby high school back in my day, with friends attending hers). I just want all the naysayers on here to know that the family and community have gotten together in a way that I have never seen before, and everyone is doing the best that they can to find her.



It is unfortunate that the "person of interest" looks just like every other 20ish male around here... I'm keeping an eye out, of course, and have posted some information on my nationwide blog. The place she was abducted from is VERY close to several major interstates, so she could be several states away by now. Please, even if you are not in our area, keep an eye out.



Good luck in finding her, to everyone.
okDo you have any information concerning a 17 year old girl that was abducted from Overland park?
OMG this is horrible, i will pray for her safe return.
She's 18.



Asking for divine intercession will do nothing to help this person. Getting people mobile and maximizing the exposure of the woman's face and the circumstances of her disappearance are much more important.Do you have any information concerning a 17 year old girl that was abducted from Overland park?
surely SOMEBODY knows that boy on the Target video who appears to be stalking her!!!!



........Click the blue link below for the video surveillance picture of him..........





I really hope they find her alive. It worries me that he came back %26amp; parked her car like 2 hours after he took her. Either made her captive or killed her.



They've GOT to be able to find him soon.



Praying for her safe return.
i heard today that she died

Christians, my local bookstore has children's bible books in the fairy tale section.?

What should I do?Christians, my local bookstore has children's bible books in the fairy tale section.?
ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha *deep breath* ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
Do nothing. That book is right where it should be.Christians, my local bookstore has children's bible books in the fairy tale section.?
Let the manager know that you are displeased and will never shop there again.
that's where they belongChristians, my local bookstore has children's bible books in the fairy tale section.?
I hate to be the one to tell you this, but there is nothing you can do to change it. I am a Muslim and have noticed in many bookstores, Islamic books and even Qur'ans in fiction sections of bookstores, so I understand how you feel.



There was a bookstore near where I lived that, just a short time ago, fell under a lot of legal trouble for having a Bible section in their bookstore. They could either have one section with all religious reading in it, or have spiritual books in seperate sections of fiction (mythology, fairy tales, etc.) Your bookstore likely does this for legal reasons, and so can't be persuaded.
GO BUY THEM ALL SO THEY CANNOT PUT THEM THERE...
Only one thing to do; make sure, for consistency, that the adult christian books are in the mythology section.
Ask the owner in a pollite fashion why truth is among fiction. It might just have been overlooked.