Peter is a man after my own heart. I feel a certain bond with him. Perhaps, it is because he reminds me of myself at times and my friends and family members at other times.

Paul and Silas were escorted to the lowered dungeon, uncomfortable, in chains, mistreated, hurting and still probably bleeding from the beatings. One would expect them to be belligerent, angry, complaining but instead we find them singing and rejoicing. At midnight when it would seem they would have been trying to rest and soothe themselves, they prayed and sang praises to God.

Anger. Is it a normal human emotion? Is it helping to protect you from being a victim? Is it giving you a feeling of power? Is it something you feel you can't live without? Is it helping you to survive? Well think again! In truth, it's actually killing you! If you want to be free of it and live a joyful life, read on.

Is God too busy to handle all the small stuff in my life? Do I only go to Him with the really big problems?

The tongue is such a tiny little organ. Yet, it can be one of the most powerful weapons. James 3:6 says; And the tongue is a fire. The tongue is a world of wickedness set among our members, contaminating and depraving the whole body. Whew, those are some strong words…

David was a great King who had ruled Israel with an iron hand for 40 years. But, time had caught up with him. Things the old king use to do, he could not do anymore. And so, the hell hounds came out of the cracks and crevices.

A humorous look at the author's experience at the Crosswalk.com forum.

The spiritually dead church. In my life, as a minister's son, I have seen many spiritually dead churches. There is no love, or working of the spirit. Some churches, have become a haven, for social gatherings, gossip meetings, and condemnation.

A new chapter in my life begins today, the anniversary of my birth. It is therefore necessary that I pause to reflect upon this past year.

Rarely do two individuals agree on what is morally right or morally wrong. We are adrift without answers. No single authority rules our conduct. We are free to be prejudiced or promiscuous, to cheat and chisel.

Do you stay away from church because you think the Bible is a fairy tale? Do you love to sleep in on Sunday morning? Not going to church has the advantage of having free time. There is something that you need to know before you make a habit of not going to church. The Bible is from God. It has some bad news. It also has some good news that you need to examine. You need to read this article...

Archangel Raphael is considered the guardian angel of humanity. He is also the divine physician, the archangel of health and healing, and the angel of abundance and creativity

Understanding humanity's relationship in time and space is crucial in understanding his relationship to that which created him. This awareness leads us to enlightenment and the knowingness that we are part of a process and not separate from it. We are one with all that is, and the process cannot work without us.

Years ago, my minister spoke to us about how you could solicit the help of your guardian angels to help with conflict resolution. She told us stories about how she and others had successfully asked ...

There is power in meanings of the old images and symbols. Below is a compendium of common symbols, charms and totems from antiquity that are thought to be useful against psychic aggression:

The reasons for keeping a journal. Excerpts from other's ideas about journal keeping.Be in tune with yourself.

Ever wonder what happened to the family dinner hour? Or for that matter the family dinner half hour? Monday is Soccer Practice, Tuesday is Piano lesson, Wednesday is Church Activities, Thursday is a Soccer Game, Friday a birthday party  to attend. A number of events will fill up the weekend. Do you feel like a professional scheduler and taxi driver? Are you finding yourself increasingly irritable as you go from one activity to the next? Maybe you and your children are overscheduled.

A synergistic blend of essential oils can be more effective for getting the results you desire than any single essential oil. Learn why I recommend you use these essential oils in a blend for nerve support, along with the methods of application to use for best results.

Feel like you are in a rut? Hartford spas offer rejuvenation treatments for the mind and body that will give you a new view on life.

As we go through life we sometimes become aware of Anxiety and Tension within the body. These can have their roots in the mind, body or the human group psyche.

Relaxing our minds and bodies is a must for good health. San Bernardino spas provide treatments that let you do just that.

Santa Barbara is undoubtedly one of the top communities in California. Santa Barbara spas are just as highly rated in the world of spas.

As with many areas of life there is a link between our diet and the degree to which we suffer from stress and, just as important, we can also use our diet as a positive tool for combating stress.