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Just a Closer Walk with Thee (Lyrics)

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1 I am weak but Thou art strong;Jesus, keep me from all wrong;I’ll be satisfied as longAs I walk, let me walk close to Thee. Refrain:Just a closer walk with Thee,Grant it, Jesus, is my plea,Daily walking close to Thee,Let it be, dear Lord, let it be. 2 Thro’ this world of toil and snares,If … Read more

Prosperity Gospel or Mammon Worship?

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The Prosperity Gospel, also known as the “health and wealth gospel,” is a modern Christian movement that asserts faith in God and positive speech can lead to financial success and physical well-being. Rooted in Pentecostal traditions from the early 20th century, this doctrine has gained significant traction, particularly within evangelical circles. Proponents believe that divine … Read more

Seeking Common Ground

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Developing Strategies for Diverse Groups Seeking Authentic Common Ground and Forging Consensus Understanding And Embracing Diversity: Building Bridges For Consensus In today’s increasingly interconnected and multicultural world, it is essential to develop strategies that enable diverse groups to find common ground and forge consensus. Understanding and embracing diversity is crucial in this process, as it … Read more

Remedy?

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One thing is certain. When it comes to protecting our children, there are no easy answers. Sure, we could do a better job of flagging those that are correctly or incorrectly perceived as a danger to themselves and others. Although the powers that be would likely do so with the kind of coercive labeling that … Read more

The Sacred Harp and Shaped Note Singing

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Our cabin fever is soon to break and, as our minds turn to thoughts of spring, these hills are very much alive with the sound of music. Julie Andrews taught us the “Do-Re-Mi” song as children. If we can understand that, we’ve already learned the basics of an Appalachian tradition akin to what was carried … Read more

Celebrating Creation

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“Gazing past the planets, looking for total view.”  With this lyric from the popular sixties album To Our Children’s Children’s Children, a Moody Blues tribute band opens a unique celebration of creation spirituality with the Jubilee Community  in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. It was on a warm night in late May last year, that Jubilee hosted … Read more

Break Open the Doors and Take to the Street!

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“Hill Street, it’s time to break open the doors and take to the street.” This was the message delivered by the former pastor of Hill Street Missionary Baptist Church in Asheville. North Carolina on Oct. 18, 2015. Throughout his fourteen year tenure, Reverend Keith Ogden was a well known advocate of a biblical world view … Read more

House Undivided

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“Gazing past the planets, looking for total view.”  With this lyric from the popular sixties album To Our Children’s Children’s Children, a Moody Blues tribute band opens a unique celebration of creation spirituality with the Jubilee Community on Wall Street in downtown Asheville. It was earlier this year, on a warm night in late May, … Read more

Jesus’ Gift: The Incredible, Amazing, Pervasive & Essential SPIRIT of TRUTH

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In this Cosmic Citizen webcast, hosts Paula, Andre, Christilyn, Derek and their callers explore the truth about The Spirit of Truth. Part One Part Two You can follow Cosmic Citizen Radio on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/CosmicCitizenRadio/ You can also hear their Saturday Broadcast on BlogTalk Radio at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/cosmiccitizen