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The Book of Philemon: Bible Story Summary, Key Verses and Lessons

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 "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

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

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

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

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

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

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”

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 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.

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