Bible college reinvents ‘incorrect’ Christmas carols

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Bible college reinvents ‘incorrect’ Christmas carols

The Moorlands College version of ‘We Three Kings of Orient Are’ points out that the gospels do not number the magi who visited baby Jesus, while Bethlehem’s landlocked setting means vessels could not have sailed there as the song ‘I Saw Three Ships On Christmas Day’ suggests.

During a tongue-in-cheek introduction to the musical compilation, Principal Dr Steve Brady said: “You will be corrected and immunised against the nonsense that so often flows around at this period in the year…”

 

The video asserts that Jesus was “probably” born during autumn, contrary to what the popular carol ‘In the Bleak Midwinter’ suggests – and no one can be sure the cows mentioned in ‘Away in a Manger’ were definitely “lowing”.

In answer to Eric Boswell’s popular ‘Little Donkey’, staff break out into song when they point out “there’s no donkey, there’s no donkey in either Matthew or Luke”.

 

Meanwhile, lyrics to “O Little Town of Bethlehem” would have been more fitting in they had described the settlement as “O mid-sized town of Bethlehem.”

 

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Explorer: Ark of the Covenant May Have Been Found

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Explorer: Ark of the Covenant May Have Been Found


Explorer: Ark of the Covenant May Have Been Found


The head of an exploration institute that searches the world for biblical relics says the Ark of the Covenant and the Ten Commandment tablets may be resting in a church in Ethiopia. 


Bob Cornuke, president of the Bible Archaeology Search and Exploration (BASE) Institute, wrote in a blog post that a recent investigation led him to Ethiopia, where tradition says the Ark of the Covenant — and the Ten Commandments that it housed — were taken following events described in the Old Testament.  


The Ark allegedly is housed at St. Mary’s of Zion Church in Axum, Ethiopia, where a “Guardian of the Ark” spends his entire life protecting it. No one else is allowed to see it. 


“This man, reportedly, lives his entire life inside a fenced-off area surrounding St. Mary’s of Zion,” Cornuke wrote in the blog. “He will not leave this fenced-off compound until he dies — when he will be replaced by the next Guardian of the Ark. In the chapel of the church, 30 robes from 30 previous guardians are on display — and every one of those 30 professed that the object they protected was the true Ark of the Covenant.”


Cornuke isn’t the first person to investigate the church’s claims. Smithsonian Magazine conducted its own investigation more than a decade ago. But Cornuke’s newest blog has been quoted in newspapers and websites worldwide. 


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Bible college rewords ‘incorrect’ Christmas carols

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Bible college rewords ‘incorrect’ Christmas carols

The Moorlands College version of ‘We Three Kings of Orient Are’ points out that the gospels do not number the magi who visited baby Jesus, while Bethlehem’s landlocked setting means vessels could not have sailed there as the song ‘I Saw Three Ships On Christmas Day’ suggests.

During a tongue-in-cheek introduction to the musical compilation, Principal Dr Steve Brady said: “You will be corrected and immunised against the nonsense that so often flows around at this period in the year…”

 

The video asserts that Jesus was “probably” born during autumn, contrary to what the popular carol ‘In the Bleak Midwinter’ suggests – and no one can be sure the cows mentioned in ‘Away in a Manager’ were definitely “lowing”.

In answer to Eric Boswell’s popular ‘Little Donkey’, staff break out into song when they point out “there’s no donkey, there’s no donkey in either Matthew or Luke”.

 

Meanwhile, lyrics to “O Little Town of Bethlehem” would have been more fitting in they had described the settlement as “O mid-sized town of Bethlehem.”

 

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Pope Francis Says Their Is “No Room” for Homosexuality in Priesthood

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Pope Francis Says Their Is “No Room” for Homosexuality in Priesthood


Pope Francis Says Their Is “No Room” for Homosexuality in Priesthood


Pope Francis told Father Fernando Prado during an interview for his book The Strength of Vocation, that homosexuality among clergy is a “serious matter” that “worries” him. 


According to the BBC, the pope labeled homosexuality a fad and called it “fashionable.” Francis also urged members of the clergy to maintain and practice their vow of celibacy. 


In excerpts of the interview published by Corriere della Sera, Saturday, the pontiff said that the Church must be “demanding” during the selection process for priesthood candidates. 


He said, “The question of homosexuality is a very serious one” and those whose responsibility it is to train priests, he continued, have to make sure the candidates are “humanly and emotionally mature” before they are ordained.


He continued, “For this reason, the Church urges that persons with this rooted tendency not be accepted into ministry or consecrated life.”


The BBC reports that this principle also applies to women who want to be nuns.


 Francis said, “In our societies, it even seems homosexuality is fashionable. And this mentality, in some way, also influences the life of the Church.”


Francis stressed, however, that there is “no room for this” in the lives of priests and nuns.


This is not to say that Francis is completely against homosexuality.


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Home Secretary responds to questions about Asia Bibi

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Home Secretary responds to questions about Asia Bibi

During questions on Monday in the House of Commons to the Home Secretary, Mike Kane Labour MP for Wythenshawe and Sale East asked if the Pakistani Christian mother-of-five cleared of blasphemy would be offered sanctuary in the UK.

Sajid Javid replied: “Our primary concern is for the safety and security of Asia Bibi and her family, and we welcome a swift resolution to the situation.

 

“A number of countries are in discussions about providing a safe destination once the legal process is complete, and it would not be right for me to comment further at this stage.”

His words echoed what the Prime Minister  said last week when put under pressure in the Commons to “put the record straight” and explain why the UK hasn’t offered Asia Bibi and her family asylum.

The Catholic Church in England and Wales, and the Catholic Church in Scotland have both said they would contribute to secure Asia Bibi’s safety.

 

Mr Kane – who chairs the Catholic Legislators Network, was able to secure a meeting with the Home Secretary to discuss the offer.

“It is not appropriate for me to talk about a particular case, especially if there is a risk that it might put the individual or their family in some kind of further risk, but I assure him that my first concern is the safety of Asia and her family,” Mr Javid explained.

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Tyson Fury’s prayer moments before heavyweight title clash

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Tyson Fury’s prayer moments before heavyweight title clash

The British fighter, who regularly speaks of his Christian faith, got up from two knockdowns to score a draw with American Deontay Wilder, with most viewers claiming he should have been awarded the victory.

 

The fight capped a remarkable comeback from Fury who gave up his world titles after a battle with drugs and mental health issues.

In his time away from the ring, it’s reported he ballooned to 28 stone.

An underdog going into the fight with big hitter Deontay Wilder, Fury rose from the canvas after being floored in the final round – a move which was described as “miraculous” by journalists.

Speaking after the fight, Fury said: “I don’t know how I got up…I had a holy hand upon me.”

His trainer Ben Davison also claimed it was “the man upstairs” who helped him up.

In the aftermath of the fight, a behind the scenes video showing Fury in a huddle with his team moments before entering the ring at the Staples Center in Los Angeles was released by YouTube boxing channel IFL TV.

 

He’s seen praying: “In the mighty name of Jesus, give me strength and power tonight, Lord.

“Let both men come out of the ring very well and go back to their families safe.

“As I walk through the shadow of death I will fear no evil. Amen.”

Fury then hands over to a Muslim member of his team who prays in Arabic and asks Allah to ‘give us the victory’.

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Religious Leaders Recall George H.W. Bush’s Priorities: Friendship, Faith, Family

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Religious Leaders Recall George H.W. Bush’s Priorities: Friendship, Faith, Family


Religious Leaders Recall George H.W. Bush’s Priorities: Friendship, Faith, Family


WASHINGTON (RNS) — As the nation learned of the death of former President George H.W. Bush, religious leaders from across the country reacted with statements recalling his leadership, his dedication to his family and his embrace of civility.


Bush, a longtime Episcopalian, died Friday (Nov. 30) at the age of 94.


Here is a sampling of the reaction:


James Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family and the James Dobson Family Institute


“I knew him as one of the most kind and generous men I have known. I met him when he was vice president under President Ronald Reagan. Bush invited me to his office in the Eisenhower Building, May 1988. One month later, my mother died suddenly. Despite our casual acquaintance, the vice president took the time to write me a personal letter of consolation at our loss. … I became only one of millions of others around the world who considered President Bush to be their friend.”


The Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, president of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference


“In a time where Washington can seem more fractured and divisive than ever, President Bush’s life serves as a powerful reminder that we can indeed come together, regardless of our differences, for the common good of all Americans. He was that rare politician who possessed such integrity, honor and good humor that he was embraced and respected by…

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Shiloh 2018 Intercessory Prayer Guidelines

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Shiloh 2018 Intercessory Prayer Guidelines

Shiloh 2018 Intercessory Prayer Guidelines

“And the whole congregation of the children of Israel assembles together at Shiloh and set up the tabernacle of the congregation there. And the land was subdued before them” – JOSHUA 18:1

THANKSGIVING FOR PAST SHILOH
1. Father, we thank you for the supernatural impact of the Word at Shiloh since inception – Psalm 115:1
2. Father, thank you for turnaround testimonies, diverse healings, deliverances and breakthroughs that characterized all the past Shiloh events – Obadiah 17
3. Father, thank you for the impact of Shiloh 2017 both at Canaanland and across all our viewing centres around the world – Zephaniah 3:17
4. Father, thank you for perfect weather condition all through Shiloh 2017 – Job 37:22
5. Father, thank you for peace and serenity all through Shiloh 2017 – John 14:27
…and many more.

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SHILOH 2018, A MOUNTAIN OF TRANSFIGURATION
6. Father, sanctify the entirety of Canaanland, making it fit for your manifest presence at Shiloh 2018 – Exodus 3:5
7. Father, let your cloud of glory fill the entire Canaanland and all our viewing centres around the world all through 8. Shiloh 2018 – 2 Chronicles 5:13-14
9. Father, let Shiloh 2018 be a most peaceful event, thereby providing a platform for the manifestation of signs and wonders among your people – Psalm 46:10
10. Father, we decree perfect weather conditions all through Shiloh 2018 the sun shall not be scorching and the cloud shall withhold its rain – Job 37:22
11. Father, by the blood of Jesus, we sanctify all equipment’s that shall be used during Shiloh 2018 both in Canaanland and across all our viewing centres around the world for excellent and hitch-free performance – Revelations 12:11
12. Father, we decree hitch free transmission from Canaanland to all our viewing centres around the world all through Shiloh 2018 – 1 Corinthians 2:16
13. Father, let the praise sessions and choir ministrations be freshly anointed for maximum impact at Shiloh 2018 – 2 Chronicles 5:13-14
14. Father, by the blood of Jesus, we decree peace across the length and breadth of Nigeria before, during and after Shiloh 2018 – John 14:27
…and many more.

SHILOH 2018 THEME
15. Father, let Shiloh 2018, Dominion, answer to its name in the lives of all participants – Genesis 2:19
16. Father, confirm again that Shiloh is a divine mandate, by granting everyone access to their long-awaited inheritance – Joshua 18:3
17. Father, in the name of Jesus, let every participant at Shiloh 2018 be supernaturally empowered for dominion in all areas of life – Psalm 110:1-3
18. Father, arise an army of financial giants from this Commission that will take the world by storms through diverse encounters at Shiloh 2018 – Deuteronomy 28:2/12-13
19. Father, in the name of Jesus, let every encounter with the World at Shiloh 2018 turn every participant to an envy of his/her world – Genesis 26:1/14
…and many more.

SHILOH 2018 PARTICIPANTS
20. Father, send us your life-transforming word at Shiloh 2018, that will open up new chapters to the lives of all participants – 2 Corinthians 3:18
21. Father, let your word of power trigger instant healings and deliverance from all oppressions of the devil at Shiloh 2018 – Psalm 107:20
22. Father, we decree that no contrary situation in the lives of all participants shall escape your divine judgment at Shiloh 2018 – Isaiah 49:24-26
23. Father, give your angels charge over the movement of all participants all through Shiloh 2018 against all forms of mishaps – Psalm 91:11
24. Father, in the name of Jesus, make Shiloh 2018 a mountain of divine direction, as the Spirit of God ministers to every participant all through the event – John 16:12-13
25. Father, show yourself strong and mighty in the lives of all participants at Shiloh 2018, both at Canaanland and in all our viewing centres across the nations of the earth – Zephaniah 3:17
26. Father, let every form of “grave” holding your people hostage be opened at Shiloh 2018 – Ezekiel 37:12
…and many more.

THE COMMISSION
27. Father, through Shiloh 2018, launch this Commission into higher realms of global impact – Genesis 22:16-18
28. Father, cause an army of world changers to emerge from this Commission through diverse encounters at Shiloh 2018 – Obadiah 21
29. Father, we decree seasons of unstoppable advancement and enlargement as an aftermath of Shiloh 2018 for this Commission – Isaiah 54:2-3
30. Father, let every barrier on the path of this Commission be crushed, as you launch her into new realms of exploits at Shiloh 2018 – Isaiah 45:1-3
31. Father, let Shiloh 2018 be a platform for the rise of giants in this commission – Joshua 18:1
…and many more.

THE LEADERSHIP
32. Father, uphold your servant, the Apostle over this commission, as he prepares for Shiloh 2018 for maximum impact on all participants across the nations of the earth – Isaiah 45:1-3
33. Father, in the name of Jesus, grant divine strength to your servant all through Shiloh 2018 – Ephesians 3:16
34. Father, in the name of Jesus, let there be a release of fresh oil upon your servant for unusual impact all through Shiloh 2018 – Psalms 89:20
35. Father, by your Spirit, empower your servant and other ministers for maximum impact throughout Shiloh 2018 – 2 Corinthians 3:6
36. Father, let the heaven over all that will be ministering at Shiloh 2018 open up for unusual revelation, thereby imparting gracing on all participants – Acts 19:20
…and many more.

PERSONAL SUPPLICATIONS
37. Father, release fresh grace upon my life that will empower me to walk in dominion through diverse encounters with your Word at Shiloh 2018 – Ezekiel 2:2
38. Father, in the name of Jesus, empower me for continuous change of levels through a revelation of your Word at Shiloh 2018 – Proverbs 4:18
39. Father, at Shiloh 2018, open new chapters to all areas of my life – 2 Corinthians 3:18
40. Father, in the name of Jesus, grant me an encounter with the Spirit of boldness at Shiloh 2018, that will empower me to continue to operate in the supernatural – Acts 14:3
41. Father, in the name of Jesus, give me an encounter with the Spirit of faith at Shiloh 2018, that will empower me to continue to operate in higher realms of dominion all the days of my life – Hebrews 11:33-34
…and many more.

JESUS IS LORD!

Bishop David O. Oyedepo
Faith Tabernacle, Canaanland, Ota-Lagos.

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YouVersion Bible app names most popular Bible verse of 2018

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YouVersion Bible app names most popular Bible verse of 2018

The most popular verse was Isaiah 41:10 which says: “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.”

It overtook Joshua 1:9 (“This is my command: be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go”) which was the most popular quote in 2017.

 

Offering 1,800 versions of the Bible in 1,250 languages, the YouVersion Bible app has now been downloaded more than 350 million times globally since its launch a decade ago.

Founder and pastor, Bobby Gruenewald said: “This year’s data shows people worldwide are continuing to turn to the Bible in search of comfort, encouragement, and hope.

 

“We’re humbled that ten years after its release, people continue to use the YouVersion Bible App in record numbers to connect with God’s Word.”

A recent new Japanese version of the Bible saw engagement there double last year. Similar growth was also seen in Romania.

YouVersion Bible App

 

Meanwhile, growth of 79 per cent and 60 per cent respectively were seen in Chile and Argentina.

Pastor Gruenewald…

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Man tries to rescue Christmas decoration

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Man tries to rescue Christmas decoration

A veteran named Alfred Norwood, Jr. was walking past a home in Austin, Texas, when he saw a man dangling from a second-story roof. He immediately stopped to help, trying unsuccessfully to use a ladder that was leaning against the home. He then called to people who were passing by, but no one stopped to help. So he called 911.

It turned out, the “man” in danger was a mannequin meant to look like Clark Griswold in the movie National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. It’s so realistic that it’s easy to see how Mr. Norwood was fooled.

The homeowners tracked the veteran down and thanked him. One pointed out that hundreds of cars go past their house every day, but he was the only person to stop and help. A reporter commented: “It’s nice to know there are still good people in this world who care.”

Let’s consider Mr. Norwood’s experience as a parable for our day.

Services for a war hero

President George H. W. Bush’s body is lying in state today in the US Capitol. It will remain there until tomorrow morning, when it will be taken to Washington National Cathedral for a state funeral. Tomorrow afternoon, the body will be transported to President Bush’s church in Houston for a service Thursday morning, followed by burial that afternoon.

His services are being conducted as a military operation befitting a war hero. They involve military units coordinating movements in at least three states and the District of Columbia.

The procedures are detailed in a 133-page manual titled “State, Official and Special Military Funerals.” As many as four thousand military and Defense Department civilian personnel will be involved in some capacity.

Mr. Bush was prepared to die. He knew that life is uncertain and death is coming for us all (unless Jesus returns first).

Good Samaritan stabbed to death

Unlike the former president, our culture does all it can to avoid the subject of mortality.

Like those who passed by the mannequin in Austin, we drive by…

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