What is GoodSearch?GoodSearch is a search engine which donates 50-percent of its revenue to the charities and schools designated by its users. It's a simple and compelling concept. You use GoodSearch exactly as you would any other search engine. Because it's powered by Yahoo!, you get proven search results. The money GoodSearch donates to your cause comes from its advertisers — the users and the organizations do not spend a dime!In 2007, GoodSearch was expanded to include GoodShop, an online shopping mall of world-class merchants dedicated to helping fund worthy causes across the country. Each purchase made via the GoodShop...

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Recent events remind us of the blessings that God has poured out upon us in this country, namely that we live in a so-called peaceful nation. Two weeks ago we underwent an entire shift in government, yet, there were no riots, no outbreaks of violence, and no deaths. In many countries in the world, this is unheard of. We often hear people wish or pray for world peace, especially around this time of year. In the Bible, however, the only universal peace that is promised comes after a terrible war where Satan is finally and ultimately defeated. Then, Christ and...

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In the midst of economic uncertainty, we can be confident that our God "is the same yesterday and today and forever" (Hebrews 13:8). The ministry of RUF is founded upon the very Word of God and the promises God has made to His people in it. So, we must remind ourselves daily of God's faithfulness to His people throughout history. In the Bible the word "covenant" appears over 250 times, and biblically-speaking, covenants were bonds made in blood, and administered only by God. God is not only the covenant administrator, but the covenant-keeper! Because He has always upheld His promises...

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The Enduring Community: Embracing the Priority of the Church, is an outstanding book which distinguishes between the roles of the local Church, the invisible church, and outlines what the responsibility of each and our involvement in each.  The second edition is an excellent resource for Bible studies and small groups, as it contains a study guide at the end of each chapter written by Lee Ferguson, senior pastor Trinity Presbyterian Church in Murphreesboro, Tennessee.  This helpful study guide provides a brief overview of each chapter, study questions, brief observations, and then gives a list of applications.                                                                                   This book will help you find answers to some pertinent...

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