Archive for November, 2008

You’re Rich Enough To Offer A Bailout

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008

“Bailout” was an easy choice for Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year. No surprise there. People were begging for bailouts this year. Mortgage companies, banks, automakers, even some friends of mine wanted one for their cash-strapped marriages. Continue at the Simple Plan.

Long in the Tooth

Tuesday, November 25th, 2008

Random thoughts on Thanksgiving and dentistry. Read more at Out There.

The Economic Pinch That Stole Christmas

Monday, November 24th, 2008

This holiday shopping season, perhaps we could learn a few lessons from the Grinch. Read more at Refrigerator Art.

No Harmony for eHarmony

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

Forcing a heterosexually-oriented dating service to recreate itself for homosexual couples makes about as much sense as forcing a dress shop to sell men’s suits. Read more at Out There.

God’s Protective Hand

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

We should never take God’s presence for granted — especially when cruising down the highway at 65 mph. See Midlife Musings.

The Christian Response to Hunger and Poverty

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008

This article, originally published in our November 24, 2002 issue, has been reprinted in several publications since then. With Thanksgiving and World Hunger Day approaching, we offer this reprise of an important topic at Snapshots.

Christmas Subscription Presents a Special Price & Free Gift

Friday, November 14th, 2008

Looking for a special holiday present that is affordable, long-lasting, and even provides something tangible in return? There is no better option than a Today’s Pentecostal Evangel Christmas gift subscription. It only costs $23.19 for 52 weekly issues that will cover an entire year and provide inspirational testimonies, encouraging features, solid biblical teaching, and insightful news.
But that’s not all. […]

Safe Haven

Friday, November 14th, 2008

A law in Nebraska aimed at protecting abandoned babies has had the unintended effect of allowing parents to abandon older children. But that’s just one symptom of the larger crises affecting America’s families. Read more at Out There.

The Value of Apologizing

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

Uttering a sincere “I’m sorry” for wrong behavior is usually a good idea, whether in a church setting, a work situation, a neighborhood squabble or a marital argument. See Midlife Musings.

The Best Christmas Ever

Wednesday, November 12th, 2008

An atheist ad campaign is telling people this holiday season there is no God. The Bible provides a more encouraging message. Read about it here.

Vorys Requital-Daisy

Monday, November 10th, 2008

Don’t even try to figure it out. But there’s at least a partial explanation at Out There.

Podcast for Veterans Day

Sunday, November 9th, 2008

Listen to our TPExtra podcast on Military, Veterans & Chaplaincy with Dr. Gary Allen.

Brawl Between Monks Next to Jesus’ Tomb Site

Sunday, November 9th, 2008

Two arrested. Read it here.

Reaching A New Generation For Christ

Thursday, November 6th, 2008

We recently received the following letter from a reader and wanted to take this opportunity to explain the reason for our ministry to kids.
The Oct.12 Kids’ Edition was about the last straw for most of our congregation. I have watched over the years how the Evangel has changed. We have even stooped to cartoons for […]

Court Says Prayer Is OK

Thursday, November 6th, 2008

A federal appeals court made a sensible decision last week. It’s OK to say Jesus’ name while praying in public. See Midlife Musings.

And Now a Word From Our Sponsor …

Tuesday, November 4th, 2008

From the moment you get out of bed until you crawl back under the blankets at the end of the day, you are bombarded by hundreds, even thousands, of advertising messages. Is there a countermeasure to the mental onslaught? Out There has a suggestion.

Blessings of Liberty

Tuesday, November 4th, 2008

We shouldn’t take our liberty for granted on this election day. Read more at Refrigerator Art.

Christmas in Branson

Tuesday, November 4th, 2008

It may be early November, but entertainers in Branson, Mo., already are celebrating Christmas. And it’s a G-rated, Jesus-focused Christmas. See Midlife Musings.

Called to Follow

Monday, November 3rd, 2008

In both the secular and church worlds much discussion is given to leadership, but what about the call to follow? Read more at Going Up?