Corporal Punishment – Laws and Religious Views

In 1979 Sweden was the first country to ban the use of corporal punishment at all levels, be it at home, at school, in alternative care centres or as per law. Since then, 44 countries have prohibited all forms of corporal punishment. In the United States, only 31 States have disallowed the use of such punishments in schools while 19 States have laws that allow teachers to discipline their pupils in such a fashion.

Paying Tributes To The Divine Is A Way Of Life In India

India is a vast country with an extremely rich cultural and religious heritage. This is the land of gods and goddesses; of sages and saints and a population with a deep sense of respect for the divine.

Holi Festival – Celebrate the Color and Bright Hues of Life

Holi in North India, Dol jatra in West Bengal, Phagwah in Assam is celebrated all across India with various names, but the purpose and the spirit of celebration remain the same. Indian people celebrate this festival to commemorate the departure of the cold season and the beginning of the season of spring which brings with it good harvest. Popularly known as the festival of colors, it represents the victory of good over the evil and this is brought about by the destruction of the demon called Holika. Holi also got its name from Lord Krishna, who played pranks on the village girls by applying color on them and drenching them in water.

Don’t Be Discouraged (3)

“Be strong and courageous, for you will lead my people to possess all the land I swore to give their ancestors. Be strong and very courageous. Obey all the laws Moses gave you. Do not turn away from them, and you will be successful in everything you do. Study this book of the law continually. Meditate on it day and night so you may be sure to obey all that is written in it. Only then will you succeed. I command you – be strong and very courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:6-9

Mister Obama – Right, But Very Wrong

I believe that it is true to say that much has been done that is evil in the name of Christ. But the examples he mentions, in his recent talk to a prayer breakfast, have nothing to do with the real Christ, but rather the political system that hijacked the church for centuries.

Set Up Those Garrisons

How can we guard against setbacks on the battlefields of life? God’s Word has the answer.

To Pre-Tribbers, With Love

Who are the elect mentioned by Jesus, for whom the entire Tribulation Period is shortened? Are they not the Church of Jesus?

Rights of Children as Stated in Quran

Islam is a great religion with many lessons for us to learn and many teachings for us to follow and live our lives in the best way as defined by Allah. Islam has given as a code of conduct for everything. Even when it comes to Children, Islam directs us to follow certain rules to treat them and to give them affection. Children also have a set of rights as per Islam.

Don’t Be Discouraged (2)

We must not give in to fear because the battle we are facing is not ours but God’s. If you understand this simple truth, you will never be afraid in this life. ‘That battle is my battle’ that was what God told Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah. Let me tell you, God has promised to always be with us. This battle you are facing now is not your battle; just turn it over to Him now. Before we go on, please let’s just look at that eternal, reassuring and covenantal statement in Isaiah 43:1-3:

The Nations Among Us

In the United States there are over a million international students from nearly every country in the world. This is a great opportunity for the church to reach the nations who have come to our doorstep. Some might call this missions in reverse.

Footprints On History

There are those who have left an endurable mark in history, then there are those countless souls who remain forever unknown, but in their own inevitable way managed to ensure lasting legacies. It was in the year 1125 his name was Jeremiah one of countless nameless faces that played an important part during the Second Crusade and helped forge one of histories most fascinating sects, The Knights Templar. Some 900 years later the world is once again set ablaze where ideologies and religions continue their violent struggle for supremacy.

Why Not Just Any Church Chair Is a Worship Chair

1. A church chair is a chair that provides those in attendance at a worship service the ability to focus on the service itself versus continually dealing with discomfort because of the chairs they are sitting on. The reality is that when people attend a church service they want to be able to see what is going on, hear what is going on, and be able to choose to participate in what is taking place. But when the chair they are sitting on is uncomfortable, all of the above are affected negatively and will become a distraction for them throughout the worship service, versus something that enhances their overall experience.