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I am 58 years of age, British, married with two children, both of whom are married and have a child each.

I enjoy reading, and crafting. I am currently involved in setting up a business designing and making greetings cards.

I am a Christian and was baptised

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Religion & Spirituality > Thoughts on God Contemplating the existence of God: 4 of 108

The way that we humans view God is influenced by our culture, by the religion of our parents, and possibly by our own choice. Some use a name; others simply call him God. Does it really matter? Is there just one true God who reveals himself and his name to us? God is the term we commonly give to the ultimate source and power...
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture The difference between knowing Christ and believing in Christ: 1 of 6

Who is Jesus Christ? Some say he is just a good man who lived two centuries ago. Others say he is God, and there are those who say he is the Son of God. So just who is he? We need to know who he is before we can manifest any kind of belief in him. It is very easy to say, yes, I know Jesus Christ, I believe in Jesus, Jesus is...
Religion & Spirituality > Churches & Organizations Jehovah's laws: 1 of 4

Who is Jehovah? Well, he is the Universal Sovereign, the Grand Creator of all things. Some people refer to him as Almighty God and question that he has a name. Others consider him to be part of a Trinity. But what is the truth about Jehovah? Is he really the God the Father part of a Triune Godhead? For the answer we need to ...
Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Bible study: The Gospel of John: 2 of 7

Study of the Bible is the way of getting to know our Heavenly Father. The Bible is his word to us, just as an earthly father would write us a letter, so to has our Heavenly Father. By reading his word, and complying with his commands (or requests) we find satisfaction is knowing that we are pleasing to him and we can find co...
Religion & Spirituality > Christianity (Other) Does belief and faith manifest truth: 1 of 3

A real love of truth involves more than accepting as truth what happens to agree with one's own viewpoint. Love of truth is something most of us readily profess. But how deep does our love of truth really go? Is it deep enough to defend it when one is under pressure? Will we stand by what we know to be true when it will cost...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Tips TV babysitter: 8 of 18

At times, keeping your children amused by letting them watch television while you take care of other matters may seem very appealing. But how could this affect your children? Television can be a powerful teaching tool. By means of it, we learn about lands and peoples we may never visit. We "travel" to tropical jungles and po...
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Understanding why there is suffering in the world: 25 of 45

If there is a God, why does he allow such suffering? Why has God taken my child? If God really cares about us, why has he caused so many disasters that take so many lives? Have you asked questions like these? If you have, you are not alone. A great many people have asked the same questions. So, why is there so much suffering...
Relationships & Family > Tips for Marital Happiness The quest for happiness in marriage: 8 of 13

Marriage. Some people love it, others run away from it. Why? What is it about the word marriage that starts alarm bells ringing in the ears of some. Well, marriage is the union of a man and a woman as husband and wife according to the standard set out by God. Marriage is a divine institution, authorized and established by Go...
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: If I could change the world: 38 of 59

If I could change the world, how would I do it? First I would need love. Why? Because love is a motivating factor in life for the good of others. This is a self sacrificing love, one that is based on principles. It may or may not include affection and fondness. So, although distinguished by respect for principle, it is not u...
Hobbies & Games > Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts Cardmaking techniques for beginners: 15 of 23

Do you look forward to receiving a card? Many people do. In fact, for a great majority of people it is a message that says they are loved, or thought of. Cards can be bought for almost every occasion. From birthdays to condolence, from marriage to divorce. Thank you cards, thinking of you cards, Welcome cards. Yes, there are...