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Alannah Francis
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Should Christians watch horror movies and TV shows?
Some Christians believe that scary movies are the work of the devil or at the very least they open up the door to him.
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3 prayers for when you're working hard to weather life's storms
As Christians we're called to pray without ceasing. But sometimes when we most need to call on Him for guidance, comfort and understanding, we're so disheartened by our own situation that we doubt that He still can. Here are three prayers for when you're struggling through a storm.
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Scripture has something powerful to say to all those who feel like giving up
If you're losing your grip on hope or know someone who is, these Bible verses are just some of many which can encourage them to find God in everything and at any time.
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Got a brother or sister who's driving your round the bend? Here are 7 Bible verses to remind you of the preciousness of sibling love
Our siblings can drive us round the bend. Whether it's sibling rivalry – that never-ending battle to prove who's better – or stealing our things, starting with our toys and then working their way up to our wardrobe - siblings have a way of winding us up like no one else.
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Lady Antebellum's Hillary Scott says it was God who helped her deal with miscarriage and recent death of loved ones
Hillary Scott of country music trio Lady Antebellum has spoken out about how her faith helped her through personal tragedy, including the miscarriage that led her to write the song Thy Will.
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Feeling deflated? Here's how minor setbacks can be a precursor to a major comeback with God's help
Whatever glitch you're going through or however your plans have been turned upside down, these three benefits of setbacks could help you see where God is in the midst of your suffering.
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Why being believers is more about being vulnerable than it is about being strong
There are many people who find the prospect of being vulnerable uncomfortable. Being exposed to criticism and embarrassment or even danger and hurt isn't something many of us would want. But in order to live out our faith, vulnerability is to some extent a given.
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Facing a tough decision? Here are 6 Bible verses to reassure you of God's guiding
There might not be a story or scripture that resembles your specific dilemma in an immediately obvious way, but there will be words which will help you to find an answer which reflect how God wants you to approach your particular circumstances.
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Bride paralysed in accident shares remarkable story of how God took her from wheelchair to walking down the aisle on her wedding day
A diving accident in a friend's pool left Jaquie Goncher paralysed from the chest down. Surgeons told her that she would never walk again and would have to use a wheelchair for the rest of her life. But Jaquie has defied the odds and her incredible recovery has meant that she was able to walk down the aisle on her wedding day this year. Who does she credit with making it happen? God, of course. Here the photographer from Marietta, Georgia talks to Christian Today about how God took her from wheelchair to walking down the aisle.
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Back to school: 3 beautiful prayers to share with your kids at the start of the school year
Whether you or your kids can't wait for the school gates to open or are dreading the first day back and every school day after that, the following prayers can all help you tell God how you feel and ask Him for what you need to get you through and find reasons to thank Him for the wonderful gift of education.
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3 right ways to respond after you've messed up and need to be forgiven
Some of us still struggle with being on the receiving end of a second chance. Here are three things we can do when we're given a second chance.
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In need of spiritual power? Here are 7 Bible verses which reflect on the power of the cross
The extraordinary and incomparable qualities of God's love for us means that we should never convince ourselves that we've outgrown needing to look back at what the cross represents because it's down to the cross that we are able to look forward to a life with God. Plus, how can we ever tire of trying to get our heads and hearts round how much He cares for us? Here are six Bible verses which reflect on the power of the cross.
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Moving on from failure: 5 things to do when you suffer a setback
Preparing ourselves for how to handle setbacks before we attempt to achieve anything can help us navigate any disasters that we encounter along the way with a character that's formed of true faith. Here are five things you should do after suffering a setback.
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Rio 2016: Olympic athletes who were ambassadors for Christ as well as their country during the Games
We expect Olympic athletes to be incredible representatives of their countries while they participate in the games, but something we don't often anticipate is their ability to be great ambassadors for Christ too. Here are some of Rio 2016's most star Olympians who made a point of giving glory to God.
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7 Bible verses on the spectacular changes we can expect after accepting Jesus into our hearts
The person you are now, the person you're becoming as you journey with Christ is a far cry from the person you were before you accepted him into your heart.
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