demonic spirits http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for demonic spirits Copyright 2008 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:10:27 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/demonic+spirits Cheers to Branded Spirits http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheers-to-branded-spirits http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheers-to-branded-spirits#comments Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:09:20 +0000 recovering alcoholicsnon alcoholic beveragescompany functionsglass of winespecial occasionmisunderstandingliquor http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheers-to-branded-spirits liquor.

They have a with dinner, they drink beer or ale when they are watching sporting events, and they use champagne to toast the new year when the year is ending.

Companies know of the love that people have for liquor and a lot of them have thought about ways that they can use liquor to promote their businesses. That is why a lot of companies are using branded Spirits to promote their businesses.

Here are some suggestions on using branded Spirits to promote a business.

Variety

One of the best things that a company can do when they are using branded Spirits to promote their business is to order a variety of branded Spirits so that they have something that everyone is going to like.

This is especially a good idea if you are going to be serving the branded Spirits at a company function.

Don't assume anything

Another thing that a company should remember is that not everyone is going to drink. There are people who are and who have a problem with drinking liquor. If a company is going to send branded Spirits to someone for the holidays or a , the company should know the person well enough to be certain that they aren't going to have a problem with the liquor. If they aren't sure, it's always best to send something that is safe than to lose a client over a .

Use them for

One of the best ways that a company can use branded Spirits is to offer them for company functions. Make sure that the selection that is offered is wide and that people have different types to choose from. Also, there should be for those people who are not old enough to drink or do not wish to drink alcohol.

Be careful

One of the last things that a company that is using branded Spirits to promote their company is to be careful when they are giving them out. The identifications of the people should be checked if they look younger than the drinking age. This is something that is going to protect the company from any liability that they have due to serving alcohol to people who are under the legal drinking age.

Branded Spirits are something that a lot of companies have found to be a very effective marketing tool when they are trying to get the word out about their company and what they have to offer. They are something that a lot of people enjoy and that can be used during corporate functions.

As long as a company takes all of the necessary precautions for verifying the person's age and ensuring that they are someone that isn't going to take offence to receiving alcohol, they are going to find that they can do a lot with branded Spirits and that people are going to remember their company because of them.Matt Franks is director of Fluid Branding, the UK's largest supplier of branded Spirits and other Promotional Products at www.fluidbranding.com. For Eco Friendly promotional products, including Recycled, Organic and Sustainable items visit www.ecoincentives.com]]> Spirits -- the Ultimate Work Party http://www.artwoo.com/article/spirits-the-ultimate-work-party http://www.artwoo.com/article/spirits-the-ultimate-work-party#comments Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:16:00 +0000 personal breathalyzerbeer mugswine glasseslegal adultswine openersshot glasseswine beer http://www.artwoo.com/article/spirits-the-ultimate-work-party legal adults enjoy imbibing, and as such, spirits of all sorts are perennial favorites at parties.
That knowledge makes the choice to devote funds towards the purchase of personalized corporate spirits a simple one. Picture this. It is your company's annual holiday party, and on every table is a bottle of liquor with a label printed to include your company's name and logo. Or even better, bottles of corporate branded spirits can be used as gifts for employees and guests. They will take them home, and possibly bring them out to share the next time they have friends over, thereby advertising your business to others.

Of course, a single bottle of spirits will be gone quickly. Therefore, why not consider a corporate spirits basket? While the basket could well include one or more bottles branded with your corporate logo, there are other items that could be included as well which might last longer. Promotional items that would go well with your branded spirits include personalized swizzle sticks, bottle openers, and . Then again, if you are searching for more, , , and snifters can all be printed with your company's logo as well.

A liquor recipe calendar is another item that would fit well into the corporate spirits gift basket. The calendar has a different drink recipe every month and would be printed with your business information as well. Of course, there is one additional item that every responsible company should include in the basket as well. A branded is the item that shouldn't be shrugged off. While the basket of spirits encourages drinking, including the breathalyzer reminds the recipients that they should do so responsibly. That message is one that should be of great importance to your business. Furthermore, by including the item, it sends the message to others that your company is worried about the health and well-being of its employees.

Above are a few of the ways that your business can use adult liquor consumption to its advantage, but there are many more. For example, as a team-building exercise, employees could make their own wine or beer and bottle those spirits in corporate branded bottles. Or such a set-up could even be given as a gift to employees that have exceeded their job requirements and earned a little something for their trouble. Even with all those options, know that whichever way you decide to utilize personalized spirits to promote your business, the people who receive the items will be happy with the gift. So happy in fact that they might just decide to throw a party.Matt Franks is director of Fluid Branding, the UK's largest supplier of Promotional Spirits and other Promotional Products at www.fluidbranding.com. For Eco Friendly promotional products, including Recycled, Organic and Sustainable items visit www.ecoincentives.com]]> Origin Of Halloween http://www.artwoo.com/article/origin-of-halloween http://www.artwoo.com/article/origin-of-halloween#comments Sat, 19 Aug 2006 18:27:06 +0000 creative halloween costumesscary costumesspiritsceltic tribesancient celticdora the explorerdisguise http://www.artwoo.com/article/origin-of-halloween
The tradition of Halloween goes back to an custom. As far back as the 5th century B.C. in Ireland believed that the of the dead were allowed to come back to earth once a year on October 31st. The Celtic New Year began on November 1st and the belief was that, on the night before the border between the world of the living and that of the dead became blurred. The spirits of the dead would then be able to cross over for this one night into the world of the living.

People were afraid of what the spirits may do to them, so they started to dress up to themselves. They would roam the streets in these disguises trying to fool the spirits into believing that they weren't living beings. Of course the costumes weren't nearly as elaborate as they are today, and were usually . People would wear rags and smear ashes on their faces to disguise themselves and keep the spirits of the dead away.

The tradition of Halloween came to the United States in 1840, with the arrival of a group of Irish immigrants. From there it slowly evolved into our modern day version of Halloween, with kids dressing up as (tm) and Power Rangers (tm), pretending to be their favorite TV characters.

While the spirit of Halloween and the meaning behind it have changed over the centuries, it is still a holiday that allows us to pretend to be someone else, by dressing down in rags and blackening our face to hide it, or by wearing a fancy costume with a mask, or using face paint to disguise our appearance. Would you like to quickly make that you and your children will be proud of -- for a fraction of the price of store-bought? Susanne Myers has co-authored a book to show you how -- no sewing involved. Visit http://www.ILoveHalloweenCostumes.com to learn more. ]]> Battle Prayer To Break A Generational Curse Line http://www.artwoo.com/article/battle-prayer-to-break-a-generational-curse-line http://www.artwoo.com/article/battle-prayer-to-break-a-generational-curse-line#comments Wed, 27 Jun 2007 17:20:00 +0000 generational cursedemonsbibleparentsspiritual warfaredemonic spiritssins of the father http://www.artwoo.com/article/battle-prayer-to-break-a-generational-curse-line spiritual warfare against - one of the ways that can enter into a person's life is through a line. A curse line can be formed out between a parent and a child if that parent has engaged and crossed over into any type of heavier transgression against the Lord.

The tells us that the can be "visited" down the blood line of 3 or 4 generations of future children. The Bible tells us that the wages of sin will always be death. As a result of a sinning severe transgressions against the Lord - sometimes demons will be allowed to attach to the sinning parent - and then they will attempt to jump and transfer onto some of the children to form out this curse line.

If that curse line gets formed out - then the demons will follow that child into his adult life and try to get him to commit the same type of sins his sinning parent may have been committing. That is why alcoholic fathers sometimes produce children that also end up becoming alcoholics themselves - all as a result of a curse line that had formed out between the sinning parent and the child - with demons feeding and operating on that curse line trying to influence the child to go in the same direction as his father has been going in.

Here are the 6 steps that will need to be taken in order to properly break a curse line:

1. The first thing you will have to do is be willing to make a full surrender of you and your entire life over to the Lord. The Bible tells us that we first have to be fully submitted to the Lord before we can begin to resist the devil to make him flee from us.

2. The second step is to go before the Lord and confess out the sins of the sinning parent or parents.

3. The third step is to then be willing to fully forgive your parents for whatever they have done to you - no matter how bad or how vicious the abuse has been over the years.

4. The next step is to verbally break any unhealthy soul ties that may have developed between the child and the bad parent.

5. The fifth step is to then verbally, out loud, break the curse lines that the demons have been operating and feeding on over all of those years operating under the power, anointing and authority to be able to do this.

6. The last and final step, once the curse line has been fully broken and severed, is to then verbally command the demons to now leave you in the name of Jesus Christ.

Curse lines can be broken. Christians do not have to put up with the torments and attacks from demons who have may have been following them into their adult lives and into their own marriages as a result of the legal rights given to them by the sinning parent.

The Bible tells us that having lack of knowledge can cause us too go into captivity. However, the reverse is also true. Having the right kind of knowledge can help set you free and get you delivered from any kind of captivity you may have fallen into. Article written by Michael Bradley from http://www.bibleknowledgebookstore.com ]]> Crime And Punishment http://www.artwoo.com/article/crime-and-punishment http://www.artwoo.com/article/crime-and-punishment#comments Tue, 15 Jan 2008 22:24:59 +0000 evil spiritshuman justicecrime and punishmenthuman societyexecutorsimpersonatorstrue one http://www.artwoo.com/article/crime-and-punishment crime and punishment from spiritual point of view. What I will write in the following lines can sound rather oddly, but I am convinced it's really true. One way or other, as many people believe it, all what we are doing is ruled by beings who govern to our Destiny. And sometimes, these beings can even force us to commit crimes.

All through the ages, the same scenario is repeated: somebody committed a crime, hurted by it somebody else and then he is punished for it, whereas the both of them suffer - both the victim and the criminal.

As it is known, a violence - crime and punishment in given case - begets another violence. And this sizeable scenario does not solve the always-repeating cycle of crime and punishment at all.

Let the law-makers and various and of imperfect and to my opinion wrong human "justice" realize, that the Right and Justify Court over each crime should consist of the following:

1. The judging of the convicted.

2. The judging of the bad spirit who forced the convicted to commit a crime (crimes are always committed - through people - by ).

3. The judging of him who sent the bad spirit to force the convicted to commit a crime = the judging of the highest bad spirits.

4. The judging of the God for ordering the highest bad spirits to send the bad spirit to force the convicted to commit a crime.

5. The judging of the Highest Universal Might for ordering the God to order that the highest bad spirits.

6. The sentence and affranchise of all.

This only right court would make the only right verdict regardless of what crime it would deal with! - and that would be this one: "All are convicted and are not convicted, all are found guilty and affranchised." This from the reason that anything is linked with everything and anything is the result of all the other and so are all the crimes.

As for the solution to crimes in , I know three ways of atonement:

1) The only fully efficient one, although to my dismay unrealizable, is a way back through the time and prevention of the crime.

2) The temporary and only partial atonement of the crime is the increasement of happiness in another life of the victim's soul.

3) A real solution for our future is the cancellation of the alternating of excessive good and excessive evil (since every of these two opposites forces it's own opposite to come to existence = excessive good forces excessive evil like it's opposite to occur and excessive evil beget not only excessive good like it's opposite but also another excessive evil to be repeated itself) or the interruption of our Karma = a change and a reshuffle of the way by which we all exist - of the whole human society in the way that no crimes would be committed in it any more. I am the author of free ebooks on spiritual knowledge, martial arts and dogs. To learn more on the subject that I am writing about, please visit http://www.pkfreebooks.net/. ]]> Out Of This World - Shamanism Healing http://www.artwoo.com/article/out-of-this-world-shamanism-healing http://www.artwoo.com/article/out-of-this-world-shamanism-healing#comments Fri, 11 Aug 2006 20:27:19 +0000 shamanancient culturescultures of the worldpsychotropic drugsshamanismtranceconverses http://www.artwoo.com/article/out-of-this-world-shamanism-healing ancient cultures of the world adhered to one or the other form of ism. This is a tribal healing tradition where a Shaman is said to transcend the boundaries of the conscious world and travel to a world unbeknown to the ordinary man. Here, the Shaman with spirits and come back with secrets that allows him to heal others, foretell the future, control the weather and even ward off attacks.

The word 'Saman' is defined as a technique of ecstasy. A Shaman is a practitioner who is able to enter an altered state of consciousness where he can communicate with the supernatural. He acts as an intermediary between the world of man and the world of Gods and often has the power to descend to the realm of the dead. He leaves his body when he is in . This trance is induced by chanting, beating of the drum or passionate dancing. In the more unsophisticated cultures, Shamans even used to take to fasting, ingesting or even undergo torture to achieve the trance.

As seen from the practices, is based on the principle that the world is divided into 2 distinct parts -- that visible to the ordinary man, and that visible only to the man with powers. In the second part, there is a miraculous world populated by the spirits who influence the world of the living and who are always willing to help. The Shaman acts as a link between the two worlds and works for the benefit of his society. Shamans are therefore experts employed by animistic societies.

Healing is the most important function of the Shaman followed by prophecy. Shamanism, in the larger sense of the word, is thus perhaps the oldest form of healing. It is a form of religious medicine that originated more than 25,000 years ago. The healing practices of most of the ancient cultures stem from a shamanic tradition.

The Shaman is often credited with magical healing powers and is crowned as the religious or spiritual head of a tribe. He is called upon to treat the sick and to drive away demons. It is important to remember that in most ancient cultures, sickness was considered to be the result of demoniac forces acting on the individual. The difference between the ordinary man and the Shaman is that while the man is possessed by spirits, the Shaman controls the spirits.

All this may lead one to believe that Shamanism is an occult practice that is buried in the past and that it has no significance to the modern man. But Shamanism is still practiced all over the world, although it has evolved into different forms. Native Americans are said to perform Soul Flights to heal. In Tibet, the Shamans use a drum to help them in soul retrieval. In Kerala, Shamans are closely tied to the temple and use amulets and music to contact the spirits of the nether world. Shamans in Africa often use hallucinogenic plans to induce trance.

Shamanism has found a place in modern day healing because of the importance it places on the soul, mind and spirit. Shamanic healing includes relief from pain, anxiety, stress and emotional healing. It is believed that there is an inner Shaman in everyone -- a force that can be released if one is able o concentrate hard enough. Unleashing the power of this inner Shaman will help cure maladies that afflict us. http://www.methodsofhealing.com ]]> Unity Through Worship http://www.artwoo.com/article/unity-through-worship http://www.artwoo.com/article/unity-through-worship#comments Wed, 06 Jun 2007 17:19:59 +0000 spiritscandlelight serviceprayerparentsirrelevantpraising godfather god http://www.artwoo.com/article/unity-through-worship parents, I believe we all miss out on something by not worshiping together.

Do you recall on Christmas Eve when the place is packed out? As you look down the rows, people of all ages hold hands while singing "Silent Night, Holy Night." What a sense of unity there is!

As my family stands (in the services where kids are with us), I look down the row and see folks of all ages worshiping in their own way. Ahead of us there may be toddlers dancing. Behind us there may be older folks sitting.

And it often brings tears to my eyes. What must it do to to hear all His children unified through worship?

Brother Andrew in "God's Smuggler" recounts kneeling to pray with the head priest in another nation. Although they worshiped the same God, there were many differences in their personal styles and expressions.

They agreed to pray the Lord's together, each in his own language. Andrew said two lines into the prayer it hit him that they were brothers! All differences aside, he never felt more unified with another man that at that moment.

Since time is for our benefit alone, God is not bound within our time frames. He gave night and day, seasons and years for us on earth. Age is to Him. God has children, no grandchildren. We don't have baby , adult spirits, and "senior" spirits within us! When God looks down the row, He sees hearts.

Scripture is full of directives for parents to "Train up a child in the way he should go=85" and "Teach (His laws) to your children and your children's children=85" How better to train and teach than to lead by our example?

Young children imitate our words and behavior as they grow.

Then I taught them what worship is about. That is how they learn.

In our mobile culture we've lost a lot of mentoring from the generations before us. The artists of several current top hits talk of realizing the impact their grandparents' worship had on them early in life.

There's unity in worship. Something extremely precious happens to us, and touches the heart of God when His children =96 of all ages =96 worship together. Vera Raposo is the Founder of Unity Through Worship and loves sharing her passion for God through worship music. You can read more about her amazing story at http://www.UnityThroughWorship.com ]]> The History Of Wind Chimes http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-history-of-wind-chimes http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-history-of-wind-chimes#comments Fri, 29 Jun 2007 04:25:01 +0000 wind chimesknow that they haveasian culturesbenefit societyspiritsgentle tonesscare http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-history-of-wind-chimes wind chimes and for anyone who is interested in making or collecting wind chimes, knowing about their history is of great interest. Wind chimes are a unique product of man that incorporates the nature of wind and various objects to create beautiful natural tones which calm the spirit and mind. The history of wind chimes is not definitive, but historians do always been used in healing.

The Healing History Of Wind Chimes

The have long believed that using wind chimes could ease the mind, body and soul. Used in conjunction with meditation, the and clearing of ones mind, work to reduce the everyday stresses of life. The calming effect truly will benefit all aspects of health in the listener. Perhaps with the knowledge of the ancient Asian cultures, wind chime healing can continue to in the present day.

The Religious History of Wind Chimes

Historically, wind chimes have been used by many cultures, especially Asian cultures, to welcome good and friendly and to the evil spirits away. The chimes were often hung in every corner of a home to keep the home safe from evil. The compilation of the gentle tones would create an atmosphere in which only good spirits would feel welcomed. A home with several wind chimes was sure to be a safe haven from any pursuing evil.



The Agricultural History of Wind Chimes

Probably the most historical use of wind chimes was in agriculture. Throughout history farmers have used wind chimes in the fields to scare away birds and other animals. With the careful placement of the chimes throughout the fields, any animal would quickly be frightened away with even the stirring of a gentle breeze. This use of wind chimes insured a bountiful harvest which would benefit entire communities. There are still farmers to this day that use this technique with positive results. It is a great way to discourage any wild animals from invading because no harm comes to the many creatures mankind co-exists with.



All of the uses of wind chimes date back thousands of years. There is no real documentation as to the exact date in which wind chimes were invented and first used, but they have been popular in many cultures for a number of centuries. Wind chimes have certainly stood the test of time since they are still quite popular with people all over the world. Brought to you as a courtesy from http://www.home-n-gifts.com/wind_chimes.html ]]> Birthday Cards - A Brief History http://www.artwoo.com/article/birthday-cards-a-brief-history http://www.artwoo.com/article/birthday-cards-a-brief-history#comments Tue, 09 May 2006 09:32:05 +0000 birthday cardsevil spiritswords of encouragementpaganismobviouslybirthday cardsomeones birthday http://www.artwoo.com/article/birthday-cards-a-brief-history s runs from the cute and funny, to the raunchy and oblique. Yet, have you ever wondered just where this custom originated?

It is said that birthday celebrations did not take place until people found ways of recording time. , this makes a lot of sense and if we consider that in those days was still the recognized religion of most, the fears of dominated the thought and feelings of people. It was feared that spirits were on the attack and a person would be most vulnerable at the exact moment of the anniversary of their birth. Thus, elaborate rituals were conceived that sought to protect someone from an onslaught of negative energy. One of the most important components in the fight against this evil force was the counteraction with good energy, which caused friends and relatives to come out in droves and bring well wishes to the birthday celebrant. Wishes for happiness, a long life, health, prosperity, perhaps the finding of a spouse or birth of a child, and any other positive wish were thought to vanquish the evil spirits that lurked around the person on that date.

When you look at today's variety of birthday cards, you can easily discern that very little with respect to well wishes has changed. Each card contains a host of well wishes, some in a joking some in a religious vein, but always with happy thoughts and following. It is thought that England was the birthplace of the modern birthday card. Originally only the rich were able to afford to commission and purchase these elaborately manufactured cards, but very soon the idea caught on and almost everyone was able to afford to purchase cards. Other decided to make their own cards, which is a trend that is gaining new popularity these days with the advent of rubber stamps. Children love to make cards by hand, and their eagerness to apply stickers, draw hearts, and scribble their own well-wishes is superseded only by the recipients' eagerness to receive these little treasures. http://birthdaygiftideasi.com Helping you find that perfect birthday gift. ]]> The Unpardonable Sin http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-unpardonable-sin http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-unpardonable-sin#comments Sat, 22 Mar 2008 19:30:00 +0000 scribes and phariseesholding grudgesdemonic spiritmad at godscripture versesdangerous groundsunclean spirit http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-unpardonable-sin unclean spirit." (Mark 3:28-30)

"Therefore I say to you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven men. Anyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man, it will be forgiven him; but whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit, it will not be forgiven him, either in this age or in the age to come." (Matthew 12:31-32)

To those Christians who think they may be guilty of having committed the unpardonable sin - study the above two very carefully. Unless you have directly called the Holy Spirit Satan himself or a like the did back in Jesus' day - then you are nowhere close to having had committed this unpardonable sin.

The only other possible scenario would be if you have decided to completely forsake and abandon God all together by choosing to believe that He no longer exists, or deciding that you want to change sides and follow and worship after the devil direct. Even then, you will still have some time with the Lord to see the errors of your ways and the bad choices you have made.

God will not give up on you and He will continue to chase after you - even if you have fallen into a Satan worshiping group. Many people who have fallen into these types of dark groups have been rescued and pulled out of them by the Lord after a certain length of time. But again, the Bible says that the Holy Spirit will not chase after and strive with you forever. Realize that there are limits and boundaries to God's patience, grace and mercy.

Unless you are treading or entering into these types of extreme with the Lord - then you are nowhere close to blaspheming the Holy Spirit. Losing some of your faith, getting , against Him, pulling back on Him, and arguing and wrestling with Him are not direct acts of blasphemy against His Holy Spirit.

God is obviously not going to be happy with this kind of child-like immature behavior, but you are not going to lose your salvation over it, and you are not going to be deemed guilty of blaspheming His Holy Spirit by throwing some of these kinds of immature temper tantrums.

The Bible says that our flesh and spirits will war against each other and for some, their flesh will at times get the upper hand on them. But don't misconstrue this type of roller coaster ride in your walk with the Lord with either blaspheming God the Father or the Holy Spirit. This is why Jesus had to come and die for all of us - because of our sins, because of our sin nature, and because of all of our character flaws and imperfections.

Just realize who you really are in Christ and learn to grow and mature in your walk with Him and try to keep your temper tantrums and pity parties to a bare minimum. This life is way too short to be wallowing in wrestling matches with the Lord, holding grudges against Him, and questioning some of the decisions He may have made with your life.

Realize that God the Father always knows best, trust that He has made the right decisions in the way that He has been handling your life, and press on into the calls and divine assignments that He has set up for you to walk in with what little time you still have left down here.

You only get one chance in the eternal scheme of things to accomplish God's perfect will for your life down here on this earth. Don't blow it or lose it because you have been wrestling with God over all of these years over issues that you will end up finding out later on were a complete waste of time to be arguing with Him in the first place.

Remember, God is perfect - you are not! God always knows best - you do not! God can see into you future - you cannot! Trust God - because you can't trust yourself or the world in general to achieve your full potential in Him in this lifetime! Article written by Michael Bradley, you can get the complete article on the fruit of the Spirit at http://www.bible-knowledge.com - and get 20% off retail on all Christian books at his online bookstore at http://www.bibleknowledgebookstore.com ]]> Deception In The End Times http://www.artwoo.com/article/deception-in-the-end-times http://www.artwoo.com/article/deception-in-the-end-times#comments Mon, 25 Feb 2008 14:35:00 +0000 everyday signsfalse messiahsfalse prophetscounterfeit miraclessigns and wondersfalse prophetacts of god http://www.artwoo.com/article/deception-in-the-end-times counterfeit miracles, and the appearance of s. Each of these evils will contribute to an atmosphere that will deceive an untold number of people throughout the world.

Almost 2,000 years ago, Jesus warned us about this time period:

"For and false prophets will rise up and perform great so as to deceive, if possible, even God's chosen ones." Matthew 24:24 (NLT)

What's most interesting about this passage is not that false messiahs and false prophets will appear in the end times. We've witnessed such people firsthand in every generation since Christ first spoke these words. What stands out concerning these false prophets and false messiahs is that their great signs and wonders will be so amazing they will be capable of deceiving God's chosen ones (if such were possible). These aren't and wonders. They must truly be astounding to have such an affect!

These signs and wonders will deceive people who believe they are supernatural . Instead, they will be of satanic origin. Paul revealed the reason for this deception in his letter to Timothy:

"For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. They will reject the truth and chase after myths." 2 Timothy 4:3-4 (NLT)

In the last days, people will be fooled because they want to be. Although this seems counterintuitive, it's true. People will believe in the signs and wonders they witness because they want to believe the lies and false promises that accompany them.

Ultimately, a lot of people will be hoodwinked by a master of deception who will feed their itching ears with exactly what they want to hear. In the years leading up to Christ's return, the world will be misled by the greatest false prophet in human history, the Antichrist.

Deception By The Antichrist

Spiritual deception will be rampant during the seven year rule of the Antichrist. According to the prophet Daniel, the Antichrist will be a master of deception:

"He will be a master of deception and will become arrogant; he will destroy many without warning." Daniel 8:25 (NLT)

Like every false messiah before him, the Antichrist will convince his followers he is the answer to the world's problems. Paul tells us that those who become caught in the Antichrist's web of deceit will be guilty because they freely choose to enjoy evil while denying the truth:

"He will use every kind of evil deception to fool those on their way to destruction, because they refuse to love and accept the truth that would save them. So God will cause them to be greatly deceived, and they will believe these lies. Then they will be condemned for enjoying evil rather than believing the truth." 2 Thessalonians 2:10-12 (NLT)

Those who will be deceived are not innocent victims. They will not be condemned simply for being tricked. Instead, they will be condemned because, knowing the truth, they chose evil instead. To this end, the miracles of the Antichrist will play a pivotal role in the demonic deception that will cause the world to gather for battle against the Lord. In the Book of Revelation, John describes these evil forces as able to perform "miracles":

"He did astounding miracles, even making fire flash down to earth from the sky while everyone was watching." Revelation 13:14 (NLT)

"And I saw three evil spirits that looked like frogs leap from the mouths of the dragon, the beast, and the false prophet. They are demonic spirits who work miracles and go out to all the rulers of the world to gather them for battle against the Lord on that great judgment day of God the Almighty." Revelation 16:13-14 (NLT)

These passages make it clear that demonic forces will perform astounding miracles in the last days. But what will these miracles be? And if "even the elect of God" could be fooled by them, how can average people protect themselves from being deceived?

The Deceptive Potential of Molecular Manufacturing

In earlier writings, we've examined the enormous power of molecular manufacturing (MM). This technology will effectively provide humanity with total control over all matter in the physical world. Able to break and create chemical bonds with atomic precision, molecular manufacturing will provide humanity with unprecedented power.

If the Antichrist were to administer the world's molecular manufacturing capability, he could easily rule the entire world. And the abilities of this revolutionary technology would provide him with a powerful means for deceiving its people.

Perceived Peace On Earth

As stated in a previous article, the development of molecular manufacturing will inevitably lead to a global government given the severe consequences of competing nation states having simultaneous possession of this powerful technology. With a single unified government, and the inability of conventional arms to counter the immense power of MM, it will appear to most people that war is forever a part of humanity's past.

However, only Jesus Christ can bring a lasting world peace. Without the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, man's fallen nature consumes him with a desire to acquire what he does not have. This is the root cause of all human conflict:

"What is causing the quarrels and fights among you? Isn't it the whole army of evil desires at war within you? You want what you don't have, so you scheme and kill to get it. You are jealous for what others have, and you can't possess it, so you fight and quarrel to take it away from them. And yet the reason you don't have what you want is that you don't ask God for it. And even when you do ask, you don't get it because your whole motive is wrong =96 you only want what will give you pleasure." James 4:1 (NLT)

Despite the continuation of this wickedness in the heart of humanity, the world could appear to be at peace due to the extraordinary power of a global government in possession of molecular manufacturing. Such circumstances could lull the population of the world into believing this false peace is eternal and deceive most of the world into worshiping the Antichrist:

"They worshiped the dragon for giving the beast such power, and they worshiped the beast." Revelation 13:4 (NLT)

Can you begin to see how the world could be deceived?

Counterfeiting the Miracles of Christ

It's easy to see how a Christ-rejecting world could fall prey to the deceptions of the Antichrist. With the aid of molecular manufacturing, the Antichrist could replicate many of the miracles of Christ.

Molecular manufacturing will enable the construction of nanoscale devices capable of repairing, rebuilding, and restoring almost every aspect of a human's physical body. These devices could be used to regenerate cells, tissues, organs, and even entire systems within the human body. As a result, nearly every healing miracle performed by Christ will be available during the era of molecular manufacturing. Just a few of the capabilities of MM are listed below:

1) Restoration of vocal abilities for the mute. 2) Reversal of paralysis for those with spinal cord injuries. 3) Restoration of sight for the blind. 4) Restoration of auditory abilities for the deaf. and 5) The curing of just about any physical disease now afflicting humans.

In effect, molecular manufacturing will herald an era in which "the blind will see, the deaf will hear, the lame will walk, the mute will speak, and the sick will be healed."

This is reminiscent of one of Isaiah's most famous messianic prophecies:

"Say to those with fearful hearts, `Be strong, and do not fear, for your God is coming to destroy your enemies. He is coming to save you.' And when he comes, he will open the eyes of the blind and unplug the ears of the deaf. The lame will leap like a deer, and those who cannot speak will sing for joy!" Isaiah 35:4-6 (NLT)

According to Isaiah, all this will happen when "God comes."

Can you begin to see how the world could be deceived?

Turning Water Into Wine

Even the ability to turn water into wine will be possible with molecular manufacturing. Remember, naturally occurring chemical processes create both water and wine. With molecular manufacturing, humans will have the ability to break and create chemical bonds at the precise location where chemical reactions occur. With the proper software application, a special purpose nanofactory, and the availability of all the elements necessary to form the chemical compounds most commonly found in wine, MM could easily transform water into wine.

Is it any wonder the world could be deceived?

Feeding 5,000 With 5 Loaves of Bread and Two Fish

Essentially every element necessary to create a loaf of bread or a fish is present in dirt. With the molecular blueprint for a fish or a loaf of bread, a nanofactory could rearrange the molecules found in a small pail of dirt (discarding those molecules which are unnecessary) and create a fish or a loaf of bread. With enough dirt, a person in possession of a nanofactory could feed five thousand people. In fact, the number of fish or loaves of bread that could be created is only limited by the amount of dirt available for use.

Now can you begin to see how the world could be deceived?

Conclusion

The end times will be a time of great spiritual darkness, cultivated by the demonic deceptions of the Antichrist. Molecular manufacturing could be one of the tools at his disposal, with its perceived ability to end war, cure physical ailments, and literally turn dirt into an abundance of material objects.

In such a world, it's easy to see how people could be mesmerized by such power. But placing one's faith in technology or human beings =96 or anything other than God Himself =96 leads only to destruction.

Unfortunately, this will be the choice of the end times generation. Human beings will become drunk with their own power, believing themselves to be superior to God Himself. This arrogant mindset combined with unimaginably powerful technology will eventually lead to a physical confrontation between fallen mankind and the King of kings, Jesus Christ. The prophet Isaiah foresaw this day, as well as the futility of those who would place their faith in that which is merely human:

"Don't put your trust in mere humans. They are as frail as breath. What good are they?" Isaiah 2:22 (NLT)

This is a brilliant observation, instructive to any generation. Instead of placing your faith in fallen mankind and the material things of this world, put your faith in Jesus Christ. If you do, God promises you will not be disappointed:

"And anyone who believes in Him will never be disappointed." 1 Peter 2:6 (NLT)

Is this the foundation upon which you've built your life? Or do you trust in the things of this world? If so, you're only setting yourself up to be deceived. Britt Gillette is author of http://BrittGillette.Com, a website studying the links between bible prophecy and advanced technology. To learn more about bible prophecy and deception in the end times, visit his site: http://brittgillette.com/WordPress/?p=59 ]]> Taking Care Of Your Wood Floors With Floor Wax http://www.artwoo.com/article/taking-care-of-your-wood-floors-with-floor-wax http://www.artwoo.com/article/taking-care-of-your-wood-floors-with-floor-wax#comments Thu, 17 Apr 2008 02:15:01 +0000 lint free clothmineral spiritsliquid woodwooden flooringfloor waxsteel woolwood floor http://www.artwoo.com/article/taking-care-of-your-wood-floors-with-floor-wax Wood floors can really benefit from being waxed every now and again. It keeps the floor looking clean and new as well as protecting it from the daily elements which could otherwise potentially damage the floor.



When it comes to , a number of things can damage it and leave it looking a little worse for wear. For this reason there are a number of things which you can do to make it look clean and new and to protect it against the daily elements. One of these ways is to wax the floor and many people do actually enjoy doing this because of the results that it brings.

What is and how can it help?

Floor wax is usually made from beeswax and carnauba. However you can also purchase wax which contains silicone too and that tends to high a higher shine to it. It all depends upon your personal preferences as to which one you choose for your home but it is worth researching a little about each type of wax to be able to make the best decision.

When it comes to actually applying the wax it really is quite simple. Generally it is better to make sure that you have sealed your floor before you wax it as this will help to give the best results. If you are unsure of what to do then simply use a clear varnish beforehand and that will do the job.

The first real step that you have to take is to clean the floor. Obviously you do not want pieces of dirt and dust stuck to the wax as it will make it look dirty and uneven. The best cleaning mixture is linseed oil and with a piece of to apply it. Simply run the steel wool over the surface of the floor and then once you have done that use a rag to apply a layer of mineral spirits. One thing to keep in mind when using mineral spirits is to keep the room well ventilated.

The next step is to use the floor wax and use a soft to apply it to the floor. It is important to note that you should never just pour the wax onto the floor; it needs to be done carefully with a cloth. In order to get the best results make sure that you go in small circular motions and be careful that you are applying the wax evenly over the whole floor surface.

Once you have covered the whole floor it is important to let it dry properly. This should only usually take one hour but it may vary so just be patient. When it has eventually dried you should then buffer it with a soft, clean cloth. You then have to apply another coat of wax but this time go with the grain of the wood and then roughly 2-8 hours after that buffer it out again.

The final step is to ensure that you get rid of anything that you have used to put the wax on such as cloths. Avoid water based waxes whenever possible as they do tend to spoil finishes and that will undo a lot of hard work which you have done.

Overall applying floor wax can save you a lot of money, you just need to know what you are doing. By waxing the floor you are giving it more shine, it will look like new and it will be protected for years. Adam Peters use to write on furniture and similar subjects for http://www.home-decorating-reviews.com . A website with tips on wooden furniture, and many related topics: http://www.home-decorating-reviews.com/magazine/wood-furniture-care.html ]]> Self Control - The 9th Fruit Of The Holy Spirit http://www.artwoo.com/article/self-control-the-9th-fruit-of-the-holy-spirit http://www.artwoo.com/article/self-control-the-9th-fruit-of-the-holy-spirit#comments Wed, 20 Feb 2008 08:25:01 +0000 poor impulse controlsinful naturesfleshly desiresself gratificationlittle victorytoday many peopletug of war http://www.artwoo.com/article/self-control-the-9th-fruit-of-the-holy-spirit
The reason for this is that we all have a certain amount of character flaws operating in our personalities. There are some bad and negative qualities that will have to go.

The Bible tells us that our spirits and our flesh will war against each other in this life. Our flesh wants immediate self-gratification at all costs and will stop at nothing to try and get it. Our spirits know that some of our are not right for us and as a result, there will be a between the two - and sometimes it will be a major tug of war. And the only thing that will be able to curb and control some of the desires of our flesh is the quality of self-control.

Since we all live in a very self-centered and materialistic type world today, many people have very . If they see something they immediately want, they will do anything they can to try and get it. They will not be denied until they get what they are going after.

These people are obviously very weak in the quality of self-control. They are ruled by their own flesh rather than by the Holy Spirit. That is why the Bible tells us that if we learn how to really walk in the Holy Spirit, then we will not fulfill the lusts of our flesh.

Due to our fallen and , all of us are weak to some degree in the quality of self-control. This is why God the Father made sure to have this fruit listed as one of the 9 fruits of His Holy Spirit. We all need God's self-control operating in our lives and in our personalities if we are going to have any hope in getting cleaned up and properly sanctified to the degree that He would like to get us to in this life.

If you don't have God's self-control operating through you - you will have very over such things as bad tempers, judgmental and critical spirits, an unforgiving spirit, and vices such as smoking and the abuse of alcohol.

Once the Holy Spirit starts this sanctification process with you - be prepared for some major battles and tug of wars with Him once He starts coming after some of the negative qualities operating in your personality.

But if you are willing to yield to Him and allow Him to start to work all 9 of these fruits into your personality - then you will find yourself starting to grow in ways and in areas that you never thought were possible in this life. His supernatural power in this area will blow you away once you see how far He can really take you to become the person that God would like you to become in Him in this lifetime.

Here are some of the definitions of what the quality of self-control is all about:

Temperance, rational restraint of natural impulses

Sober, temperate, calm and dispassionate approach to life, having mastered personal desires and passions

Calls for a self-disciplined life following Christ's example of being in the world but not of the world

Restraint or discipline exercised over one's behavior

The above definitions perfectly describe what God is looking for once He starts to work and transmit this quality up into our personalities. This specific quality is one of the major keys in being able to get any kind of victory over some of the lusts and desires of our flesh. Article written by Michael Bradley, you can get the complete article on the fruit of the Spirit at http://www.bible-knowledge.com - and get 20% off retail on all Christian books at his online bookstore at http://www.bibleknowledgebookstore.com ]]> General Tips For Seeking The Paranormal From Professional Ghost Hunters http://www.artwoo.com/article/general-tips-for-seeking-the-paranormal-from-professional-ghost-hunters http://www.artwoo.com/article/general-tips-for-seeking-the-paranormal-from-professional-ghost-hunters#comments Tue, 17 Oct 2006 22:27:06 +0000 ghost huntersparanormal phenomenaghost huntingcontactpsychologicallyspiritsencounter http://www.artwoo.com/article/general-tips-for-seeking-the-paranormal-from-professional-ghost-hunters paranormal phenomena in recent years. There have been many causes speculated, from the weakening of the base of traditional western Judeo-Christian spirituality to a reaction to the mobility of American society manifest as a longing to commune with long dead ancestors. While the psychologists and sociologists continue to debate the issue, the popularity of so called continues to rise. For those who believe in such paranormal phenomena and are seeking to strike out on their own, consider this advice from top .

First, be sure to receive training from qualified ghost hunters before striking out on your own. According to professional ghost hunters, those who attempt to make with without being reasonably prepared are at a risk to incur damage, either physically or, more likely, . While some ghost hunters argue over whether or not spirits can physically harm humans, there is a strong consensus that an for one who is not psychologically ready can leave lasting mental and emotional scars. Most physical injury is caused by amateur ghost hunters fleeing the scene in the dark and running into or tripping over unseen obstacles.

Seasoned ghost hunters suggest that you case the scene in the daylight before returning at night. Having a mental map of the area will help you to keep your bearings in the dark and can help you avoid injury. Ghost hunters say that knowing the lay of the land is also helpful in case the situation becomes uncomfortable and you feel the need to quickly retreat. Being certain of the path out of the encounter area can lead to a feeling of greater control over the situation and can reduce the feelings of fear and panic that can occur. Keep your mind open and discover the darkness. John Fair is a noted producer and author. He currently provides content and commentary for http://CampusRights.net ]]> Wedding_Traditions: What Do They Symbolize? http://www.artwoo.com/article/wedding_traditions97what_do_they_symbolize3f http://www.artwoo.com/article/wedding_traditions97what_do_they_symbolize3f#comments Tue, 24 Apr 2007 05:25:08 +0000 unity candleaisle runnerbridal jewelrywhite aisleevil spiritswedding traditionsbride and groom http://www.artwoo.com/article/wedding_traditions97what_do_they_symbolize3f bridal jewelry=97the traditions are many. Most people practice without having a full understanding of their origins. Have you ever wondered why the bride walks down the aisle on a white ? History tells us that using an aisle runner helps to ward off . It was once believed that evil spirits lived beneath the floor and in order to keep the spirits away from the bride, the white runner was used to protect her purity. Today, the aisle runner is used to protect the brides dress from getting dirty.

What does the symbolize? The lighting of the unity candle is a portion of the wedding ceremony, which symbolizes the coming together of two individuals. The side candles represent the , while the center candle is symbolic of their lives coming together as one. Often, the center unity candle is embellished with two metallic rings to represent the bride and groom's bridal jewelry. Some couples have chosen to use the lighting of the unity candle as a demonstration of both families uniting. In this case, the parents are invited to participate during this portion of the ceremony.

Jewelry plays an important role in wedding ceremonies. Depending on the era and cultural background, bridal jewelry can have religious, superstitious, or sentimental origins. The traditional wedding band is a symbol of the bride and groom's eternal love for one another. In Western culture, wedding rings are worn on the third finger of the left-hand because the Romans believed that this finger has a direct link to the heart. In some countries, the engagement ring is worn on the left hand and is transferred to the right hand after the couple is married.

It is a common practice for the bride to toss her bouquet after the wedding ceremony. In England, the women would attempt to tare remnants from the bride's gown and bouquet in order to gain good luck. In an effort to escape these women, the bride would toss her bouquet in the air and run for dear life. Today, catching a tossed bouquet symbolizes that the holder will get married next. This superstition has evolved from a brides attempt to get away from her female guests to a fun celebratory episode between family and friends.

These are just a few examples of the many wedding traditions in which we participate. Understanding the symbolism behind the aisle runner, unity candle, bridal jewelry, and tossing the bouquet are important. Why follow a practice that you really do not identify with? Michelle Lindsey writes for Silverlandjewelry, a Bridal Jewelry and Bridesmaid Jewery Gift Store. http://www.silverlandjewelry.com ]]> Celebrate With Organic Wines and Cocktails http://www.artwoo.com/article/celebrate-with-organic-wines-and-cocktails http://www.artwoo.com/article/celebrate-with-organic-wines-and-cocktails#comments Sun, 30 Nov 2008 01:22:27 +0000 organic turkeyswines and spiritschristmas hanukkahtwinkle lightsgeothermal energygreen winefarming practices http://www.artwoo.com/article/celebrate-with-organic-wines-and-cocktails
Celebrations like these require special food and drink. We make huge dinners and surround ourselves with trays of sweets. We also make toasts with rich, full glasses of wine and sparkling, red studded cocktails.

This year, as more American's have turned to green living practices, there are a growing number of products available to celebrate the holidays green too. , locally grown produce, LED and other increasingly popular eco-friendly product are now at our disposal. And now, so are sustainable .

Sustainable wines and spirits include libations that have been made using organically grown grapes, environmentally-friendly business and/or , and recyclable packaging. For any , liquor or beer, read the label to understand how the company is sustainable or do a little poking around online to find a label that you are comfortable with. Not all may follow the same guidelines as to what they constitute "sustainable"

Green Spirits

A number of distilleries are now developing green spirits. International distilleries like Reyka Vodka are creating their product using the renewable that exists under Iceland. Others like Square One Organic Vodka are using organically grown products as the base for their liquor. The company uses organic rye and spring water produced in the Midwest United States and gets 25% of its distillery's energy from wind farms. For tequila fans, there is only one USDA-certified organic tequila available. The 4Copas from Mexico is made using no pesticides or growth hormones and is packaged using recycled paper.

These cocktails are popping up more and more at local restaurants and bars and may be a perfect addition to a company holiday party. When possible, ask about local distillers in your area that may have an eco-friendly vodka or tequila you can add to your cocktail list.

Sustainable Wines

Wine makers were early pioneers of organics in the United States. Many wineries are turning to sustainable farming and cultivating practices to make high-quality red and white organic wines. Oregon organic wines like the Eco-Wine from Amity Vineyard have no detectable sulfites. Others like the wines made in California's Beckmen Vineyards or Gypsy Canyon Winery are biodynamic, meaning that they were farmed using an all-natural system of farming, without chemicals or synthetic fertilizers. They also use the farms own resources to maintain and sustain the crop. The strength in these wines is that the makers have figured out sustainable practices they can follow that still produce incredible, unique wines. With a table full of fresh sweet potatoes, carrots and home-made stuffing, a bold glass of an organic wine is an excellent way to toast to the many things we should be thankful for.

~Ben Anton, 2008This year, GreenSceneUSA encourages you to celebrate with eco-friendly holiday products like the local organic wines discussed in this article.]]> Spiritual Warfare And Deliverance Book Reviews http://www.artwoo.com/article/spiritual-warfare-and-deliverance-book-reviews http://www.artwoo.com/article/spiritual-warfare-and-deliverance-book-reviews#comments Sat, 08 Sep 2007 15:25:00 +0000 deliverance ministryhighly recommend thatdemonic hordedemonswould highly recommenddemonic spiritsspiritual warfare http://www.artwoo.com/article/spiritual-warfare-and-deliverance-book-reviews Spiritual Warfare and Deliverance

For those of you who are very interested in the where you have to face head on in spiritual warfare, here is a list of some of the best books in the Body of Christ today on this most important topic.

All of these authors are true pioneers in this field and you can learn very much from their experiences which have occurred on the actual battlefields where our Lord does truly battle Satan and his for all of our souls.

1. "Defeating Dark Angels" by Charles H. Kraft

For those of you who are looking for very good, practical. step-by-step knowledge on how to deliver people from - this book, in my opinion, is one of the best ever written on this topic. The Bible tells us to cast out demons, but it does not tell us exactly how to do it.

This man is a real pioneer in this field and he has now provided the Body of Christ with an incredible amount of knowledge and revelation in this area. He covers everything from how demons are allowed to attach to some people - to how to find and break their legal rights so that you can then successfully cast them out. This book will go down as a classic on this subject if it not already is. On a scale of 1-10, this book is a solid 10. For those of you are looking to enter into a real deliverance ministry for the Lord, I would you add this book to your arsenal.

2. "Healing Through Deliverance - Volumes 1 and 2: The Practice of Deliverance Ministry" by Peter Horrobin

Another very good thorough and complete analysis on the deliverance ministry. The above author Charles Kraft gives his highest endorsement on these 2 books. Vol. 1 deals with the biblical basis for being able to have a deliverance ministry from the Lord. This author goes into very good detail on the earthly ministry that Jesus walked with and how Jesus has specifically commissioned His Body to cast out demons as He Himself did. This first volume will give you all of the biblical grounds and authority we have as believers to actually engage with demons when we have to.

Vol. 2 goes into the actual specifics on how to actually cast demons out of people. He covers all of the major basic legal rights demons will use to come in on people and how to break those legal rights so that you can actually deliver people from their death grips. Again, one of the best books ever written on this subject! I these two books as companions to the book from Charles Kraft "Defeating Dark Angels."

3. "Larson's Book of Spiritual Warfare" by Bob Larson

Bob Larson is another real pioneer in the field of deliverance. I have personally seen this man in action myself and he is the real thing. He is highly anointed and very knowledgeable in this area.

This book is 481 pages in length and covers many of the areas of the occult which are drawing people into the realm of Satan and his demons like sheep being led to the slaughterhouse. He goes into very good detail in the areas of spiritual warfare and ends the book with how to actually perform a deliverance.

4. "How to Cast Out Demons: A Guide to the Basics" by Doris Wagner

This is another very good book that gives you a good step-by-step process on to deliver people from demons. Doris is very thorough and very complete in her explanations on how to do an actual deliverance and is also another real pioneer in this field. She has learned much from the Lord as she has stepped out into this area. She too covers many of the legal rights that demons will use to attach themselves to people and she gives very specific instructions on how to actually break their legal rights so that you can really set people free from grip and influence.

One of the things I really like in this book is that she gives you a very good checklist and questionnaire to use when questioning people about their past. You have to find out how the demons have been able to get in on someone in the first place, and with the checklist and questionnaire she provides, you will have a much better chance of finding out exactly what that legal right may be that is allowing that demon to stay attached to that person and continue to torment and attack them. Again - just another very good solid book on this topic.

5. "Pigs in the Parlor" by Frank and Ida Mae Hammond

This book is already considered a classic by many today in the area of deliverance from demons. This book was written back in 1973 and many deliverance ministers today have read and studied from this husband and wife team. These two were some of the earlier pioneers in this field and there is a lot of practical and step-by-step knowledge on how to actual deliver people from demons.

With this being one of the first books ever written on this subject, I would also highly recommend this book for anyone who is really wanting to learn how to do all of this. They share their wealth of knowledge in this area with you and there is much information from some of the cases they were actually involved in. This is real live information and knowledge direct from the actual battlefield itself.

6. "Unmasking the Jezebel Spirit" by John Paul Jackson

This book may be one of the best ever written on the jezebel spirit. This particular spirit specializes in infiltrating the different Churches - and every pastor and deliverance minister needs to know what this spirit is and exactly how it operates and how it likes to set up shop to do its thing. Many churches have been totally ruined and destroyed as a result of this deadly spirit operating through some of the actual members of their churches.

This book will give you some incredible examples of how this spirit can attach to certain people and how it can then influence these people to try and destroy the leadership within the church. Many pastors have lost their entire ministries as a result of not knowing how this deadly spirit can operate from within their own ranks. This is an absolute must read for every pastor and church leader.

7. "The Power of the Blood" by Maxwell Whyte

This was the very first book that opened up my eyes to the power of pleading the blood of Jesus for deliverance and protection. This is just a small 92 page paperback book - but the information in this book is mind-blowing. This man gives real life examples on how he learned how to plead the Blood of Jesus, the biblical grounds we have to be able to use it, and some of the dramatic miracles he actually experienced in his own ministry once he started to do it.

There are not very many good books on how to actually plead the blood of Jesus - so I would highly and strongly recommend that you add this book to your arsenal if you want really more knowledge on this subject. This book, in my opinion, will go down as one of the classics on this topic even though it is only 92 pages long.

8. "The Blood and the Glory" by Billye Brim

This is book #2 that I would highly recommend for those of you who want to learn more about how to plead the blood of Jesus for deliverance and protection in your own personal life. This woman gives some powerful examples in her own life how pleading the blood of Jesus actually help to save some of her own families member's lives. She also goes into the Scriptural grounds we have to be able to use the blood of Jesus for deliverance and protection.

This woman went into a major seeking mode with the Lord on this issue once she first found out about it. You will learn much from the insight and knowledge she was able to gain on this topic. Again, with there not being many good books on this particular subject matter, I would highly recommend that you add this book to your God-library if you really want to learn more about it.

9. "The Word, the Name, the Blood" by Joyce Meyer

The third book I would highly recommend on this topic is the book that Joyce Meyer herself has written on this topic. She too found about the power of pleading the blood of Jesus in her own personal life and how powerful of a weapon it really is in the hands of a true Spirit-filled believer.

She also goes into the power that is in the name of Jesus and the power that is in the Word of God itself. This is also a very good basic 101 spiritual warfare book to add to your arsenal if you really want to learn how to become a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

I personally believe that Joyce Meyer is one of the best teachers we have in the Body of Christ today and you cannot go wrong with all of the books she has written to-date.

Though deliverance isn't talked about much in today's churches, over 25% of Jesus' miracles were some form of deliverance. I consider these books to be the very best on the subject of spiritual warfare. Article written by Michael Bradley, where you can get 20% off retail on the above books at Christian bookstore offering a wide selection of Christian books, music and bible software at http://www.bibleknowledgebookstore.com ]]> What's At The Heart Of Divination http://www.artwoo.com/article/whats-at-the-heart-of-divination http://www.artwoo.com/article/whats-at-the-heart-of-divination#comments Mon, 19 Feb 2007 22:27:09 +0000 practice divinationpalmistrysupernatural abilitiespredict the futurerunesastrologyfortune telling http://www.artwoo.com/article/whats-at-the-heart-of-divination fortune telling. Divination uses aspects of the supernatural to or give insight. There are many different forms of divination. Divination usually involves a ritual or other formal routine. This could involve the lighting of candles, chanting of incantations or burning of incense. Divination is a way to connect with the other side, which could be those who have passed away, spirits or holy beings.

Divination is a highly criticized practice. There are many people who believe that divination cannot be proven as real. They believe that since divination usually involves one person connecting with the other side that the person is simply scamming or faking the connection. Many skeptics believe that divination is merely tapping into the sub-conscious mind and not communicating with the other side at all. Still others believe that there is no connection at all and the person doing the divination is just saying whatever they believe people want to hear. Despite numerous attempts to prove critics wrong, there is still skeptics out there who will never believe in the of those who .

Some of the more popular and best known forms of divination include the following:

- Using the positions of the planets, sun and moon in correspondence with time, date, location and the Zodiac to give insight into one's life and future.

Tarot- The use of a 78 card deck that is laid out into spreads or patterns then read to look into one's situation.

- Reading the lines on ones hand to interpret their life path.

Rune Casting- The use of that are cast upon the ground or a cloth to tell a persons situation.

Channeling- Connecting with the other side, spirits, and delivering their messages.

Psychic/Intuition- Connecting with a spirit or other celestial being to deliver messages, can be used with other forms of divination.

Divination may be something that a person is born able to do. For others it is something to be learned. It is widely thought that every person has the ability to tap into the supernatural. It just takes time for some to learn how to do it.

Divination has been used for centuries. It is often looked at as evil or as something that is only done by those who do not believe in God. This is not true. Many religious activities often include divination style practices. Anything that brings a connection between a person and a celestial being, be it God, a Saint, an angel, is a form of divination.

Most divination is done in a proper setting. The area used for divination is only used for that purpose. Nothing else is done in that area. Many times there are alters or other things to honor the spirits that may be present. It is done in a manner that shows respect to those beings that are coming to help or send messages. For people that practice divination it is a very serious ritual.

Divination is something that requires great patience and dedication. It may take a person a long time in order to connect to a spirit and when they do it can tae even longer to understand the messages they may be sending. It is a process that should be done with the knowledge of how to do it properly. Many times people expect to see amazing things, like lights flickering, the person performing the divination to fall into a trance or something else spectacular. This is usually not how it happens, though. It is usually a rather peaceful process that happens almost naturally. Marissa Valentin is owner and webmaster of a top rated psychic reading resource website . She has been a psychic advisor for 34 years and has the natural gifts of clairvoyance and clairaudience as well as an amazing empathic abilty. http://www.moonwhisper.com ]]> Halloween Faq: Halloween Traditions Around The World http://www.artwoo.com/article/halloween-faq-halloween-traditions-around-the-world http://www.artwoo.com/article/halloween-faq-halloween-traditions-around-the-world#comments Sat, 18 Nov 2006 16:27:10 +0000 halloween halloweenhalloween traditionhalloween partiesczechoslovakiapagan festivalquotspirits of the dead http://www.artwoo.com/article/halloween-faq-halloween-traditions-around-the-world
Like the celebration of Christmas day, originally Halloween was a rather than a Christian holiday. It was only around 10th century that the Roman Catholic Church established this holy day. This was initiated for purifying the .



* What is the origin of trick-or-treating?

Trick-or-treating, a major , is related to the and;soul cake dayandquot; of Christian people, with a belief that the treat pacifies a mischievous spirit. Formerly, children who were trick-or-treating would vandalize houses that did not give them treats. They roamed around the neighborhood soliciting candy or other kinds of treats. This was became popular up to the 20th century.

It was in the year 1970 that the trick-or-treating tradition started to wane because of several rumors that some households were handing out harmful or poisonous treats to children. Today many parents accompany their children while trick-or-treating or organize private .



* Why is Halloween celebrated on October 31st?

Halloween is celebrated on October 31st because the Celtic people believed that it is the end of andquot;season of the sunandquot; and the start of andquot;season of darkness and coldandquot; due to winter. They believe that it is the time when evil spirits are most likely to roam the earth.



* Is Halloween celebrated on the same day around the world?

No. Halloween in some parts of the world may not even occur on October 31st. A number of countries celebrate Halloween on November 1 or 2. Other prefers to celebrate it at some other time, mostly during the fall or summer season.



* What countries celebrate Halloween?

Halloween is one of the oldest traditions and is celebrated around the globe. While many countries commemorate Halloween it is in North America and Canada where Halloween is most popular. Other countries that join in the celebration are Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, , England, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Latin America, Spain, and Sweden.



* How did Halloween get started in the U.S.?

The first-ever recorded Halloween celebration in the United States occurred in Anoka, Minnesota, in 1921. That was the start of trick-or-treat, Halloween costume parties, and a series of activities depicting the essence of the celebration.



* Why do we carve pumpkins for Halloween?

Carving of pumpkins is descended from earliest Irish tradition. Originally a turnip was used instead of a pumpkin. According to some stories, it was believed to ward off evil spirits.

When the Irish people began to immigrate to America, they realized that carved pumpkins were more realistic than turnips, as well as easier to carve. Hanson Landgren is editor of http://www.HalloweenLab.com, the online guide to Halloween. He also writes Halloween FAQ's for http://www.prettygreatanswers.com/articles/HalloweenQuestions/ .. ]]> Boost The Immune System With Cats Claw http://www.artwoo.com/article/boost-the-immune-system-with-cats-claw http://www.artwoo.com/article/boost-the-immune-system-with-cats-claw#comments Fri, 29 Dec 2006 14:27:08 +0000 white blood cellst cellscats clawautoimmune diseaseshigh performance liquid chromatography hplcdegenerative diseasesuncaria tomentosa http://www.artwoo.com/article/boost-the-immune-system-with-cats-claw Uncaria tomentosa gives the true health benefits by possessing the healing power to treat and prevent diseases such as cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcers, , and also providing anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and anti-microbial benefits. However, only those Uncaria tomentosa roots that contain "good spirits," seen by Ashaninka healers of the Ashaninka tribe contain healing properties. If these good spirits are mixed with any root that does not contain good spirits, the healing power is lost. With the use of high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), scientists can now see the "good spirits" too. These good spirits are actually medicinal compounds called pentacyclic oxindole alkaloids (POAs).



POAs directly interact with , which fight diseases we catch, such as colds and flu, along with diseases that start in our own cells, such as cancer and . Some POAs also help white blood cells called macrophages, which engulf and digest foreign material, work faster by engulfing more bacteria and disease causing microbes.

This medicinal compound also increases the production of interleukin, a chemical protein secreted by macrophages that alerts resting white blood cells and forces them into action and helps make other biochemicals that are helpful to the immune system. POAs also help increase the number of white blood cells that make antibodies that kill germs, or B cells. Most importantly, POAs increase the number of , including: Helper T cells, Suppressor T cells, and Killer T cells, which destroy cancer cells. This increased number of T cells is also very important in a disease such as AIDS.

According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), there are 3000 plant extracts that can kill cancer cells, 70 percent of these plants being found only in the rain forest. The fertile environment provided by the rain forest, due to the constant rain from January to December and the 75-80 degree Fahrenheit temperatures, allows the plants grown to be amazingly rich in alkaloids and other medicinal compounds. When the Ashaninka harvest the plant, they work intelligently to keep it perpetually healthy. Individual plants are never completely harvested. Only one third of their roots are collected at any time and then no more root is harvested from that plant for the next ten years, allowing re-growth in the remaining root. Because the Ashaninka are a generous people, they see no benefit in hoarding the cat's claw for themselves. As their homelands continue to be destroyed by deforestation, they want to make sure that the plant's healing properties continue on.

Some cat's claw roots have good spirits, POAs, while others tetracyclic oxindole alkaloids, TOAs, which do not help the immune system at all. Since Uncaria tomentosa plants look almost identical, it is hard to tell if they contain healing properties or non-helpful properties. Plants containing POAs one year may contain TOAs the following year because their alkaloid chemotypes change at will. After scientists discovered that they could "see" the presence of TOAs using the HPLC technology, they gained the ability to harvest cat's claw root extracts with POAs consistently. Because buying products that contain TOAs will only benefit the cat's claw distributor due to its canceling effects on POAs, it is important to read the label of the cat's claw root product you are considering buying.



In return for harvesting, the Ashaninka are directly paid by the distributors. This arrangement provides the Ashaninka with the ability to make their own decisions as to how to spend this income, allowing them to make improvements in the tribe's water supply and in their living areas. This arrangement also protects the rain forest, which gives us its many nuts, fruits, oil producing, and medicinal plants. Because of all its products, the rain forest hold more economic value than if it was cut down and used for timber or grazing land for cattle. can be purchased at any health food store make sure you check the label to ensure you are receiving the Uncaria tomentosa official Cats Claw. Visit VitaNet Health Foods at http://vitanetonline.com/, VitaNet sells high quality vitamins and herbs at discount prices and name brands like Alacer and Source Naturals. Please link to this site when using this article. ]]>