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6 Misconceptions Or Myths About Dating

6 Misconceptions Or Myths About Dating

Because of all the fairy tales we’ve read since childhood as well as the influence of TV and movies, many of us keep misconceptions about dating. Unfortunately, we carry these myths into our relationships and suffer when it fails. Not everyone believes that dating is necessary; however for those who choose to date, it’s important to shed the lies that keep believers from walking in the truth.

December 14, 2014

10 Movies Netflix Instant That Will Make You Cry

10 Movies Netflix Instant That Will Make You Cry

Are you in the mood for a good tearjerker? Whether you have a girl’s night planned or just want to watch a dramatic and serious film, Netflix has many movies to choose from. These types of movies are often based on true stories and how people overcame unthinkable circumstances, so they are not all appropriate for children to watch.

December 12, 2014

Michael W. Smith & Friends: The Spirit of Christmas Surges in Album Sales Following CMA Country Christmas Performance

Michael W. Smith & Friends: The Spirit of Christmas Surges in Album Sales Following CMA Country Christmas Performance

GRAMMY® winner Michael W. Smith knew something special had happened following his performance with Carrie Underwood on the CMA Country Christmas special. “What a moment - it made my hair stand up a little bit!” he said to PEOPLE Magazine backstage at the taping of the show in Nashville. The performance, along with a showering of media praise, led to nearly a 150% increase in album sales this week for his new Christmas project – Michael W. Smith & Friends: The Spirit of Christmas.

December 11, 2014

Family Force 5 to Appear at Vans Warped Tour 2015

Family Force 5 to Appear at Vans Warped Tour 2015

At 4 PM PST today, the Vans Warped Tour, America’s longest running touring festival concert tour, revealed the second wave of artists appearing on the 2015 tour. Alternative pop/rock band, Family Force 5, will be among the Main Stage performers for the 21st annual tour, which launches June 9 and runs through August 8, 2015 (dates subject to change), marking the band’s fourth tour appearance. Click HERE for dates and ticket information.

December 11, 2014

Jamie Grace Teams Up with Sister for Family Christmas: Songs by Jamie Grace & Morgan Harper Nichols  Available Today

Jamie Grace Teams Up with Sister for Family Christmas: Songs by Jamie Grace & Morgan Harper Nichols Available Today

GRAMMY®-nominee Jamie Grace is teaming up with her sister Morgan Harper Nichols to release a Christmas EP - Family Christmas: Songs by Jamie Grace & Morgan Harper Nichols – available today. The album features two Christmas songs by Jamie Grace, including an original track “Born Tonight,” two songs by Morgan Harper Nichols and a song by Harper Still, the collective name for the two sisters who regularly write and perform together. The album is available now through Gotee Records, iTunes and Amazon. 

December 09, 2014

Mike Farris Receives Grammy® Nomination for Shine For All The People

Mike Farris Receives Grammy® Nomination for Shine For All The People

An independent recording artist on the Compass Records label, Mike Farris is celebrating his first-ever Grammy® nomination for Best Roots Gospel Album of the Year for his newest studio album, Shine For All the People. 

December 09, 2014

Favorite 10 Brandon Heath Songs Of All Time

Favorite 10 Brandon Heath Songs Of All Time

Chances are you have heard at least one song by Christian artist Brandon Heath and may have sung Your Love in church – I have and love it! I love how personal his songs are and how transparent he is in each song. He doesn’t just sing to create an audience, he sings for a much higher purpose and the music world has noticed. Heath didn’t grow up in a religious home and first learned about Christ during a Christian Young Life camp when he was 16. In 2000, Brandon created a demo CD that became his first album released in 2004 as Early Stuff. His musical career is still unfolding and I’m excited to see what he does next.

December 09, 2014

10 Christian Singers With Active Twitter Accounts

10 Christian Singers With Active Twitter Accounts

Do you use Twitter? There are 284 million users around the world and many Christian artists have created accounts. Social media provides an incredible outlet to stay updated on what your favorite Christian bands are doing and to learn about the latest shows and announcements. Many bands have Twitter accounts, but not all of them maintain active accounts. Twitter is a great platform for short communication and some artists publish exactly what’s on their Facebook and Instagram accounts, but some take to Twitter when they are traveling for the brevity.

December 08, 2014

Top Ten Songs About Jesus

Top Ten Songs About Jesus

I know what you're thinking. Aren't all Christian songs about Jesus? Mostly, yes. But some are about finding Him, some are about needing Him, some are about His grace, some are about His gift. The songs on this list are musical testimonies to every different part of what Jesus does for us. Put together in a playlist they still don't come close to telling the whole story, but maybe begin to form a picture of what is possible when you surrender your heart to Him. I've included a lyric from each song that I feel shows another aspect to who Jesus is and what He does in our lives. Read on, pick your favorite, and let me know if I missed one that you think will add to the final portrait.

December 08, 2014

George W. Bush: Bio, Christian Faith and Quotes

George W. Bush: Bio, Christian Faith and Quotes

All of you are aware of who George W. Bush is. If not, I’m a little worried! He was the President of the United States right before Obama took over. What you may or may not know, however, is that he is a professed Christian and despite the many people who make fun of him for his accent, claiming he sounds dumb, he has actually said many inspirational and smart things. This article will provide a brief biography of his life, describe his Christian faith a little, and then list a handful of quotes that are accredited to him. Without further ado, here is George W.Bush: Bio, Christian Faith and Quotes.

December 08, 2014

Today's Devotional

A Prayer for Transforming Worry into Trust - Your Daily Prayer - October 24

Worrying does nothing to benefit our lives in any way; it only takes away. It takes away the present moments and present joy you could experience, not to mention it takes away from a peaceful life.

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