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The Book of Philemon: Bible Story Summary, Key Verses and Lessons
What are key verses of the Book of Philemon? What is the summary of this book? And what lessons does this book hold for believers today?
June 21, 2013
Building 429 "WE WON'T BE SHAKEN" Debuts at No.1 on Billboard Christian Albums Chart and No. 53 on Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart
Building 429 generates more groundbreaking news, as its sixth career album from Essential Records, We Won’t Be Shaken debuted at No. 1 this week on Billboard’s Christian Albums chart and No. 53 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums Chart. This marks the first No. 1 album and No. 1 debut for the band, while first week sales nearly doubled early sales for Listen To The Sound in 2011. At the same time, the title track and current single has reached No. 5 on the Billboard AC Indicator chart, No. 7 on NCA Overall Chart and No. 2 on Hot AC/CHR chart. The song has accumulated more than 57-million impressions to date after only three months of radio airplay.
June 21, 2013
Tricia Shines Through on Anticipated Solo Debut RADIATE
Multi-talented singer-songwriter and artist Tricia, of the GRAMMY-nominated group Superchick, shines through with her solo debut, Radiateavailable on August 13, 2013.
June 21, 2013
ANDREW GREER’S ALL THINGS BRIGHT & BEAUTIFUL TOPS CHRISTIAN INSTRUMENTAL CHART FOR EIGHT CONSECUTIVE WEEKS
All Things Bright & Beautiful: Hymns for the Seasons, an instrumental collection produced and arranged by acclaimed singer/songwriter Andrew Greer, has topped Neilsen Christian SoundScan’s Instrumental chart for eight consecutive weeks.
June 19, 2013
2013 Christian Music Festivals
Now that summer is officially here, kids and teens are begging to be entertained. It can be challenging to find an activity for the entire family to go to that’s fun and safe. Over the next few months, there will be many Christian music festivals all over the country. Music festivals are awesome because you generally pay one price to see countless artists, hear speakers and there are great activities for children and teens. Here are some of the largest Christian music festivals coming up.
June 18, 2013
20 Christian End Times Quotes
Eschatology (the study of the “end times”) is one of the big topics studied and taught today. We are in the end times, as the author of Hebrews states, “But as it is, He has appeared once and for all at the end of the ages to put away sin by the sacrifice of himself.” (Hebrews 9:26b) No one knows when Christ is coming back, but Christ warns us to be ready in the “Parable of the Ten Virgins” in Matthew 25:1-13. “Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour.” (Matthew 25:13) Here are 20 quotes about the age we are in, the end times.
June 17, 2013
25 Motivational Christian Workout Songs
Exercise is good for the mind, body, soul and spirit. It keeps you focused on a goal and you can evaluate your progress relatively easily with a good eating plan. However, if you are like me, it is nice to play music while you run, lift weights, bike or whatever you do for exercise. Christian music alone can connect you with God. Combine Christian music with the determination to exercise and you can develop a passion to stay fit! Here are 25 Christian songs from “pop” to “metal” that can motivate you to push through those last bench presses or that last half mile of your run!
June 14, 2013
FAMILY FORCE 5 SET TO RELEASE "REANIMATED" DIGITALLY 6/18
FAMILY FORCE 5 SET TO RELEASE "REANIMATED" DIGITALLY 6/18
June 14, 2013
PLATINUM ROCK BAND SKILLET TEAMS WITH USA TODAY TO UNVEIL NEW TRACK “NOT GONNA DIE”
PLATINUM ROCK BAND SKILLET TEAMS WITH USA TODAY TO UNVEIL NEW TRACK “NOT GONNA DIE” New album RISE hits June 25 Band to perform hit single "Sick Of It" on Conan July 11 Band hitting Christian and rock summer festivals, touring with Carnival of Madness, then heading overseas with Nickelback this fall
June 14, 2013
Plumb Travels to Brooklyn to Experience the Work of Metro World Child
Plumb to Help Shine a Light on Organization Helping the Needs of Inner-City Children in the US, Romania, Kenya, South Africa, India and the Philippines.
June 14, 2013
Today's Devotional
A Prayer to Trust God's Provision When Resources Run Low - Your Daily Prayer - March 9
When the money runs low, the opportunities dry up, and your strength is gone, it is easy to panic. Be reminded that God’s supply is not tied to your resources and His riches never run out.
Past Stories
- She Just Dipped Pretzels In Chocolate. And In The End, There Was A Simple Treat With A Powerful Message About JESUS!
- Adorable And Easy Easter Lamb Cake
- One Dad’s Backyard Ice Rink Turns Cold Weather Into Community Connection
- Firefighter Saves Puppies From a Fire, Brings One Home — Then Adopts His Brother Too
- Walking in Obedience Will Make You Look Crazy
- A Food Stand Started by His Mom Is Helping This 14-Year-Old With Autism Thrive
- Welcoming Quintuplets Turned This Family of 4 Into a Family of 9: “I Think It’s a Miracle”
- Kindergartener Celebrates 100th Day of School With 100-Year-Old Great-Grandpa
- Actress Danica McKellar Celebrates Easter by Sharing Some of Her Christian Testimony
- FedEx Worker Gives Birth at Work, After Not Knowing She Was Actually Pregnant
- Grieving Woman Made a Cemetery Her Home Until Kindness Changed Her Life Forever
- California Dentist’s Therapy Dog Helps Calm Anxious Patients One Visit at a Time
- A Simple Shopping Trip Led This Woman to Help a 92-Year-Old Finally Retire
- When Someone Says 'I Am No Longer a Christian'
- He Survived the Night With Prayers After Getting Lost On a Hike, Clinging to Jesus and His Faith
- 10 Great Christian Contemporary Easter Songs
- A Fire Broke Out So a UPS Driver and Caring Neighbors Rushed to Save 101-Year-Old Woman
- 7 Favorite Hymns For An Easter Service
- 10 Easter Songs Make A Stunning Resurrection Medley To Help You Rejoice
- Rejoice with These Top Easter Songs for Worship and Praise
- 90-Year-Old Navy Veteran Goes Parasailing and Brings His Doctor Along to Fulfill a Promise
- Her Childhood Pen Pal Turned Out to Be the OB-GYN Who Delivered Her Kids
- 9 Easy Easter Crafts And Decorations To Celebrate The Resurrection Of Jesus
- Easter Bible Quotes - Scriptures about Easter
- At 81, This Grandma Turned Minecraft Into a Way to Help Pay for Her Grandson’s Cancer Care
- A Lunch Lady’s Brave Act Saves a Student, and Her Community Shows Their Gratitude
- Special Education Teacher Plans First Overnight Trip for Special Needs Students, and it's a Blessing
- After More Than 40 Years as Neighbors, a Senior Couple Says Yes to Forever
- Built Different or Just Prepared
- 18-Year-Old Climber Survives a 260-Foot Fall Down a Mountain Against All Odds
- A 1929 Firefighter’s Heroic Rescue Still Connects Two Families Generations Later
- Dogwood Tree Legend Tells The Story Of Jesus' Crucifixion
- Crossing Guard Goes the Extra Mile and Helps Child Across Flooded Waters
- 55 Children Singing 'Risen' By Shawna Edwards Embodies The Easter Spirit Beautifully
- 16 Easter Quotes - Bible Verses and Famous Quotes about Easter
- Hospital Staff Rally to Help Couple Say ‘I Do’ Amid Bride’s Rare Cancer Diagnosis
- Top Resurrection Sunday Songs You Must Listen To This Year
- Young Boy With Autism Finds Friendship and Support at His Neighborhood Grocery Store
- Top 25 Easter Hymns and Songs for Easter Sunday Playlists
- 33 Birthday Bible Verses For A Sister
- When a Football Coach’s Heart Stopped, an Off-Duty Firefighter Stepped In Without Hesitation
- After a 500-Foot Fall, This Paraglider’s Survival Feels Nothing Short of a Miracle
- Motherhood Fuels Elana Meyers Taylor as She Competes in Her Historic Fifth Olympics
- Top 25 Christian Songs Named for Bible Verses - Scripture Inspired Hymns
- 39 Best Birthday Bible Verses For A Son To Celebrate With Scripture
- When Peace Is Disrupted
- Florida Man is a True Hero After Saving Two Toddlers He Found in the Middle of a Busy Street
- Family of Young Boy Who Almost Drowned Meets the 911 Dispatcher That Helped Save His Life
- Neighbor Risks His Life to Save a Mother and Her Children From a House Fire
- Woman Receives a Letter in the Mail From 1953 and Figures Out Who It Belongs To
Top Artists
Top Music Videos
Chris Tomlin Chris Tomlin’s Powerful Live Rendition of ‘The First Hymn’ Will Stir Your Soul
Chris Tomlin Chris Tomlin - Holy Forever
Anne Wilson Anne Wilson's Powerful ‘God Story’ Official Music Video
Anne Wilson Anne Wilson Releases ‘Stars’ Music Video — An Uplifting and Encouraging Tune
Tauren Wells Tauren Wells' 'Fight Like Heaven' Lyric Video, Bold Anthem for Standing Firm in Faith
