Because My Shopping Reflects Who I Am
I have been a passionate advocate of Fair Trade after working for 9 years with Mapuche weavers in the South of Chile and witnessing first-hand the harsh life and working conditions they face to survive. But the image I saw today on this link of a couple who lost their lives at one of the worst disasters of sweat shops in Bangladesh shocked the core of my being. Their embrace is such a symbol of humanity and yet they were working in one of the most inhuman industry existing today - the slavery of sweat shops that provide cheap production
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T hese days it seems to be all over: “Christians against abortion’, ‘Christians against marriage equality’, ‘Christians against Starbucks’, ‘Christians against J.C. Penney’… Then I read this somewhere yesterday: “If you’re in the “boycotting because they support marriage equality” mood, turn off your computer and cell phone. Apple, Microsoft, Dell, & Google all support marriage equality through words and money. Try using a computer or smart phone without any of their products. Have a happy boycott!” SO true! In fact, this world is “…dead in trespasses and sins… according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit who now works in the sons of...
Read MoreDon’t Focus on the Family
I f you are a Christian who is living for your family as your top priority, you might want to watch this compilation of messages about family and marriage by Francis Chan and his wife Lisa. After all, the Kingdom of God is all about priorities, and our goal must be an "undivided devotion to the Lord." Just consider, before you watch these videos, you might want to take some time to ask the Lord to prepare your heart and mind to take this biblical counsel - it might be hard to hear, but we don't have time to waste to get our priorities right!
Read MoreLas virtudes de una mujer de excelencia
L a pregunta es permanente parece y toma distintas formas: "¿Cómo puede una mujer honrar el nombre de Dios?" o "¿Qué tipo de mujer debo ser?" o incluso "¿Qué espera un hombre (cristiano) de una esposa?" Bueno hoy leí un artículo que me pareció un resumen perfecto de la idea que nuestro Creador tiene de una mujer. A continuación van las características de la 'excelente' mujer descrita en Proverbios 31
Read MoreUn soldado para Cristo
E n el transcurso del ano 1945, hube de cumplir con el servicio militar obligatorio. Hacía seis meses que Cristo mi Salvador, me había libertado de las tinieblas. Pensé en un principio, que perdería toda la gracia adquirida con Cristo Jesús, y además, dejar mi hogar y el cariño inmenso de mis padres y hermanos. Recordaba, sin embargo, las palabras del apóstol que me fortalecían: “Señor, ¿A quién iremos? Tú tienes palabras de vida eterna. Y nosotros creemos y conocemos que tú eres el Cristo, el Hijo del Dios viviente”. Juan 6:68, 69. Gracias a Dios que, “Este pobre clamó, y oyóle Jehová, y librólo de todas sus angustias”. Salmo 34:6. Una vez en el regimiento, mi deseo fue demostrar que era Hijo de Dios. ¿Cómo realizarlo? “¿Con qué...
Read MoreShopping Revolution!
S tay home and relax on Black Friday, get some work done on Cyber Monday, and save your shopping for Fair Tuesday. Buy fair trade and start your holiday off right, said the Fair Trade Federation USA's facebook page today. If you are a conscientious, frugal shopper as I am, you might be wondering where to shop 'right' these Holidays.
Read MoreWhy I don’t Picket Abortion Clinics
Y es. Controversial, I know. But don't get me wrong. I just love how William Wilberforce worked so hard in the UK to abolish slavery while he was a member of Parliament, and how Amy Carmichael struggled to save children from prostitution while she was a missionary in India. However, don't be mistaken: the first was a politician
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G alletas de Avena [Scroll down for English] Si hay galletas que son mi antojo, son las galletas de avena de mi madre. Debe ser por todos los hermosos recuerdos de mi infancia. Así que les comparto la receta: Ingredientes:
Read MoreEl amor de Dios / The Love of God
{ Scroll down for English} Es imposible decir que hemos experimentado el amor de Dios y no amarle con toda nuestra mente, alma y corazón. ¿Te has preguntado si realmente conoces el amor de Cristo? | It is impossible to say that we have experience God’s love and not love Him with all our soul, mind and heart. Do you really know the love of Christ?
Read MoreRecordatorio: Lo que Dios Requiere de sus Hijos
U n arrepentimiento profundo y prolongado siempre precede a la restauración y la visita del Espíritu Santo en nuestra vida personal y en la iglesia. El Espíritu de Dios sólo habita en el lugar santísimo, el cual según el Tanakh, alguna vez fue el santuario interior del templo. Este lugar sagrado está ahora ubicado en nosotros, gracias a...
Read MoreA reminder – What God Requires of His Children
D eeply sincere repentance always precedes personal and ecclesiastical spiritual restoration and visitations of power. God’s Spirit can only dwell in the Holy of Holies, which we read from the Tanakh, was at one time the inner sanctuary of the temple. This sacred place is now located within us, by means of the dispensation of grace...
Read MoreThe three Mary’s: An example to women
I n this age of feministic thought, there has been much twisting of scripture to emphasize strong, assertive women. Three new testament women are often overlooked because they did not accomplish great feats, their personalities did not command attention; and because of this they are a beautiful example of what women should desire to be...
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