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				<title>Who is the Holy Spirit?</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:50:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>son jesus christ</category><category>who is the holy spirit</category><category>power of the holy spirit</category><category>spirit of jesus</category><category>paul the apostle</category><category>real person</category><category>third person</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/who-is-the-holy-spirit</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Who is the Holy Spirit, a question that has been asked by many through the centuries? The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Jesus Christ; He is the Third Person of the Trinity. He is one with the Father and one with the Son yet all three are one. Never think because the Holy Spirit is called the Third]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/who+is+the+holy+spirit" rel="tag">Who is the Holy Spirit</a>, a question that has been asked by many through the centuries? The Holy Spirit is the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spirit+of+jesus" rel="tag">Spirit of Jesus</a> Christ; He is the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/third+person" rel="tag">Third Person</a> of the Trinity. He is one with the Father and one with the Son yet all three are one. Never think because the Holy Spirit is called the Third Person of the Trinity that He is weaker or less then the Father or Son. The total opposite, He is equal with the Father and equal with the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/son+jesus+christ" rel="tag">Son Jesus Christ</a>.<br><br>The Holy Spirit is introduced in the Bible as a person; a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/real+person" rel="tag">real person</a> who helps and guides the Christian down the path to God's perfect will in life. He is the one who is at your side in this life time teaching, guiding, comforting and praying for the believer. Sadly many Christians ignore the Holy Spirit thinking that He is not real or should not be mentioned as God. But the Holy Spirit is God, He is equal with the Father and equal with the Son and He is on this earth to help the Christian fulfill God's perfect will.<br><br><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/paul+the+apostle" rel="tag">Paul the apostle</a> knew about the power of knowing the Holy Spirit as a person that is why he talked about fellowship with the Holy Spirit twice through his writings. Paul knew without the Holy Spirit he couldn't fulfill God's will for his life. The same is true for you and me; we cannot walk out God's will on earth without the Holy Spirit helping us. Learn this fellowship; learn to depend on the Holy Spirit for everything you do in life. Once you begin this life of fellowship with Him you will experience a powerful Christian life and walk; because it is the Holy Spirit that's gives you the ability to live for God in victory.<br><br>Every miracle that is done on the earth is by the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/power+of+the+holy+spirit" rel="tag">power of the Holy Spirit</a>. Nothing is done without Him in the Christian life. He is the power behind the miracles on earth. Remember, the Father commands the Son Jesus Christ does it and the Holy Spirit is the power behind the doing. So next time that you are faced with a tough challenge; ask the Holy Spirit for His help and He will be there for you.<br><br>If you would study the life of Jesus when He was on this earth you would learn that He totally depended on the Holy Spirit. The Apostles also depended on the Holy Spirit; don't you think we should depend on the Holy Spirit if Jesus and the Apostles did. Today begin to build a fellowship with the Holy Spirit and experience the wonderful friendship of the Third Person of the Trinity. He is waiting for you, that's why Jesus said when He comes (the Comforter) He will guide you into all truth and teach you all things. The Lord knew the secret to living a successful Christian life and He lived it as God and man on the earth.<bio>Jason Powers a Christian Writer in the state of Florida. His books have touched many lives from around the world including India, Pakistan, Africa and the UK. For more information about Jason Powers or his writings visit <a href="http://www.jasonpowers.org/">Jason Powers Ministries</a></bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Team Spirit -- How It Can Make Or Break A Team</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2006 04:27:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>team spirit</category><category>spirit team</category><category>positive attitude</category><category>coach</category><category>team captain</category><category>common goal</category><category>strengths and weaknesses</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/team-spirit-how-it-can-make-or-break-a-team</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Team spirit encompasses many things such as trust, respect and enjoyment of the game among the athletes who are all working toward the common goal of winning. Team spirit is said to increase the odds of winning and having a successful team. While some athletes, and even some coaches do not]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/team+spirit" rel="tag">Team spirit</a> encompasses many things such as trust, respect and enjoyment of the game among the athletes who are all working toward the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/common+goal" rel="tag">common goal</a> of winning. Team spirit is said to increase the odds of winning and having a successful team. While some athletes, and even some <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/coach" rel="tag">coach</a>es do not understand the meaning or importance of team spirit, just ask any record breaking team what their secret was, and they will all tell you it was the team spirit that got them to the top. <br /><br /> While it is ultimately the responsibility of the coach to build team spirit, the individual athletes must have a desire to win and a willingness to work with one another. Many coaches have help along the way when they are trying to instill team spirit; pep clubs, cheerleaders, school bands and spirit clubs all help to raise awareness of the team and boost morale, which can in turn promote team spirit. <br /><br /> Team spirit in sports is also the responsibility of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/team+captain" rel="tag">team captain</a>. For this reason, it is important to choose a team captain who is a natural leader, someone that others won't mind following. They should be quite capable of boosting morale when times get tough, and always possess a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/positive+attitude" rel="tag">positive attitude</a>. <br /><br /> When a coach, or even a team member realizes that their team simply doesn't have any team spirit, there are a few things that can be done to turn negative attitudes into positive ones, boost morale, and get the team spirit flowing. These things are best implemented by the coach or team manager, and include explaining to the team that they must all be cooperative with one another. The objective of the team is to win, and this must be the most important thing on the athletes' minds. They must all cooperate and strive for the common goal. Understanding also plays a big role in team spirit, as all of the athletes need to understand the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/strengths+and+weaknesses" rel="tag">strengths and weaknesses</a> of the other players, and all work together so that everyone is contributing to the team in their most effective manner. Excellence should also be strived for, and each individual athlete should be held accountable for his or her own performance, whether it is good or bad. All it takes is one athlete who is not striving for excellence to throw the entire team off, resulting in a bad record. <br /><br /> Fans, while not under the control of the coaches or team managers, also play a big role in team spirit. For example, if a team files out onto the field to realize that only a handful of spectators showed up to watch the game, well, that alone is enough to kill any teams' spirit. It is easy to see how team spirit can either make or break a team.   <bio>Read more sports related articles at: <a href="http://www.sports-articles.com" >http://www.sports-articles.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>What Does the Holy Spirit Do for the Church?</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:43:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>power of the holy spirit</category><category>dead churches</category><category>church of jesus christ</category><category>church of jesus</category><category>gods word</category><category>teacher john</category><category>brokenness</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-does-the-holy-spirit-do-for-the-church</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The first thing to realize is that the Holy Spirit is a person; a person who is here for the church of Jesus Christ. He has many areas that He helps the church in. The first thing we will discuss is that the Holy Spirit is a teacher. That's right, He is our teacher (John 14:26) if you are a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The first thing to realize is that the Holy Spirit is a person; a person who is here for the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/church+of+jesus+christ" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/church+of+jesus" rel="tag">church of Jesus</a> Christ</a>. He has many areas that He helps the church in. The first thing we will discuss is that the Holy Spirit is a teacher. That's right, He is our teacher (John 14:26) if you are a minister don't try to study without the help of God's Spirit because you will be wasting your time. Think about it; there are churches on every street corner in America but sadly there are a lot of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/dead+churches" rel="tag">dead churches</a> that operate with no power. Why? The difference between a minister that depends on the Holy Spirit for his services and the minister who depends on his college education is changed lives.<br><br>You can have all the college that this world can offer and all the knowledge that you can obtain and still never touch a life. Only the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/power+of+the+holy+spirit" rel="tag">power of the Holy Spirit</a> can change a life that is why we must depend on God's Spirit one hundred percent. Never preach without asking the Holy Spirit to help, never sing without asking the Holy Spirit to help, never build your business without asking the Holy Spirit for help, do you get what I am saying to you?<br><br>The next thing the Holy Spirit does for God's people is comfort. He is called the Comforter (John 14:17, 18). Life is full of troubles, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/brokenness" rel="tag">brokenness</a> and sorrow, that's why we must know the Holy Spirit as Comforter to see us through the tough times of life. Why would you want to become hard hearted and bitter after facing a tragedy in life like the world. Let the Holy Spirit keep your heart tender and peaceful through His comfort.<br><br>The one thing I really like about the Holy Spirit is that He makes Jesus so close and real. Without the Holy Spirit all you have is religion; no fellowship no promise, no joy, no peace nothing but religious misery. Have you ever seen those who confess to be Christians but all they do is debate and argue over God's word. It's all they know like politicians without guidance. The Holy Spirit makes life joyful and worth living glorifying Jesus Christ bringing joy and peace to the believer; revealing the wonderful touch of God to all who call upon the Lord.<br><br>The last thing is that the Holy Spirit makes intercession for the church according to the will of God the Father (Rom 8:26, 27) He helps us pray in any situation good or bad, on the mountain top or in the valley He is praying for you and your children. He never stops praying always on guard for you and your family. So what are you so worried about? Don't you know that the Holy Spirit is there with you helping you, guiding you and praying for you? Learn to walk with Him today and see His mighty hand working in your life. Begin to study God's Spirit through the Bible and see the amazing things to learn concerning the Third Person of the Trinity. What are you waiting for? Do it!<bio>Jason Powers a Christian Writer in the state of Florida. His books have touched many lives from around the world including India, Pakistan, Africa and the UK. For more information about Jason Powers or his writings visit <a href="http://www.jasonpowers.org/">Jason Powers Ministries</a></bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>A Review of the Warm Spirit Income Opportunity</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:01:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>warm spirit consultant</category><category>independent sales representatives</category><category>herbal healer</category><category>nadine thompson</category><category>daniel wolf</category><category>uni level</category><category>car allowance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-review-of-the-warm-spirit-income-opportunity</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The Warm Spirit company was launched officially in June of 1999 by Daniel Wolf and Nadine Thompson. Wolf had met an herbal healer while on vacation and had learned some tricks of the trade. Wolf developed a line of skin cream and together he and Thompson decided that they would start a company and]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Warm Spirit company was launched officially in June of 1999 by <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/daniel+wolf" rel="tag">Daniel Wolf</a> and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nadine+thompson" rel="tag">Nadine Thompson</a>. Wolf had met an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/herbal+healer" rel="tag">herbal healer</a> while on vacation and had learned some tricks of the trade. Wolf developed a line of skin cream and together he and Thompson decided that they would start a company and sell the products that Wolf had made. They named their company Warm Spirit and it launched officially in June of 1999. The product line included thirty eight products and since then several more have been added to the Warm Spirit repertoire. <br><br>Since the official inception of Warm Spirit, the company has expanded quite a bit and now sells its products through catalogues, over the phone and with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/independent+sales+representatives" rel="tag">independent sales representatives</a> who are called consultants. <br><br><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/warm+spirit+consultant" rel="tag">Warm Spirit consultant</a>s are members of a compensation plan that is uni-level and breakaway. Consultants are offered incentives like a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/car+allowance" rel="tag">car allowance</a>, and leadership bonuses. The Warm Spirit company tries to emphases that their consultants are in business for themselves, not by themselves, that they will get free training, they can set their own work schedules and that they won't be responsible for maintaining any sort of inventory. <br><br>Warm Spirit consultants can earn their incomes by hosting parties (called "home gatherings"), talking to people individually or by taking orders from the Warm Spirit catalog. They are also encouraged to recruit other people to become fellow Warm Spirit consultants. Warm Spirit also promises that income can be earned through developing, training and leading Warm Spirit Consultant recruits through the processes of starting their own businesses.<br><br>In order to be more financially successful Warm Spirit Consultants are encouraged to recruit consultants to work under them and to create a highly functioning down line of Warm Spirit Consultants. The farther the down line goes, the more recruits in each level, the more the original Consultant will earn. <br><br>This looks like a fairly straightforward mlm operation. Warm Spirit is open and honest about what sort of commissions the Warm Spirit consultants can expect to earn. There is a straightforward commission chart available on the internet for anybody's perusal. The only real drawback is the cost of getting started. The most basic starter package starts at fifty dollars, but if you want a more in depth Warm Spirit start up package the price goes up. Some of the Warm Spirit starter packages can be as expensive as five hundred dollars.<br><br>Really the only cost it looks like Warm Spirit Consultants are out is the start up fee. We couldn't find much information as to how the car allowances, bonuses and regular commissions are paid out, but the company looks very straight forward. You will get out of Warm Spirit what you put into it. After all, commission earnings are directly proportionate to the amount of products sold by Warm Spirit Consultants and their down line. The more you sell, the more you make. Isn't that the way with all home businesses? I guess you will have to decide that for yourself.<bio>You can read our Unbiased, expert review of <a href="http://www.MLMreviewKings.com/warmspirit.html">Warm Spirit</a> from Brian Garvin and Jeff West at <a href="http://www.MLMreviewKings.com">MLM Review Kings</a>. This article may be used royalty free provided bio and links remain intact.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Journey Into Prophetic Worship</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2006 18:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>holy spirit</category><category>spirit of the lord</category><category>israel god</category><category>pillar of cloud</category><category>corporate worship</category><category>desires</category><category>discern</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-journey-into-prophetic-worship</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The Lord went ahead of them in a pillar of cloud to guide them on their way (Ex. 13:21, NIV).  During the exodus of the people of Israel, God guided them on their path. The people of Israel did not go in the direction that they wanted; they followed the way that God marked out for them with the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Lord went ahead of them in a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pillar+of+cloud" rel="tag">pillar of cloud</a> to guide them on their way (Ex. 13:21, NIV). <br /><br /> During the exodus of the people of Israel, God guided them on their path. The people of Israel did not go in the direction that they wanted; they followed the way that God marked out for them with the cloud. <br /><br /> The Scriptures reveal that this cloud was not something, but rather someone... "Where is the one who brought Israel through the sea, with Moses as their shepherd? Where is the one who sent his <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/holy+spirit" rel="tag">Holy Spirit</a> to be among his people? ...As with cattle going down into a peaceful valley, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spirit+of+the+lord" rel="tag">Spirit of the Lord</a> gave them rest. You led your people, Lord (Is. 63:11--14, NLT). <br /><br /> By saying, "who sent his Holy Spirit to be among his people" and "the Spirit of the Lord gave them rest. You led your people, Lord..." Isaiah points that the cloud was a representation, or a symbol of the Holy Spirit. <br /><br /> Can the Holy Spirit direct us in leading <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/corporate+worship" rel="tag">corporate worship</a>? Of course, not only He can but He <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/desires" rel="tag">desires</a> to. Those who want to transition into leading prophetic corporate worship have to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/discern" rel="tag">discern</a> where the cloud is going and follow it... <br /><br /> Very often, our slavery to programs obstructs us from seeing what the Holy Spirit desires to do (programs and structures are necessary, but they must be subject to us, not the other way around). <br /><br /> As ministers, we must pay close attention to God's leading, before and during the service. He is not predictable as we are. The way the Lord leads could be different every time. The path is not the same from one day to the next, and the direction that worked yesterday may not be the one that works today.  (When using the word "Way" or "Path" I'm referring to a specific direction given by the Holy Spirit, before or during the service). <br /><br /><br /><br />Moving With the Cloud <br /><br /> The people of Israel moved when the cloud moved. When it rested in a place, they rested until it moved again. <br /><br /><br /><br />"When the cloud lifted from over the sacred tent, the people of Israel followed it. And wherever the cloud settled, the people of Israel camped. In this way, they traveled at the Lord's command and stopped wherever he told them to" (Num. 9:17- 18, NLT. See also Ex. 40:36-37)." <br /><br /> Israel had to daily observe the cloud. They were in the desert and didn't know the way. They depended on the cloud to keep them from getting lost or taking the wrong turn. The book of Numbers declares: "they traveled at the Lord's command." The cloud revealed when to move, in what direction, and when to stop. <br /><br /> When leading corporate worship, sensitivity to the Holy Spirit it's key. He knows what the congregation needs... If we make room for Him, He will give us new songs, words and heavenly melodies that will change the atmosphere and renew the strength of His people. <br /><br /> Be sure to read the sequel: "The Journey Into Prophetic Worship - 2"   <bio>Pablo Perez, Director of JASPER STONE MUSIC - <a href="http://www.jasperstonemusic.com" >http://www.jasperstonemusic.com</a> - and the creator of the "Unedited Worship". Get your FREE Worship and Teaching Here: <a href="http://www.uneditedworship.com" >http://www.uneditedworship.com</a> and Discover more about: Unedited Worship. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Doorways To The Presence Of Spirit</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 09 Sep 2007 13:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>spirit</category><category>presence</category><category>spiritual guidance</category><category>heart</category><category>here all the time</category><category>spiritually connected</category><category>profound wisdom</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/doorways-to-the-presence-of-spirit</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ "How can I be more spiritually connected? How can I hear the voice of my spiritual guidance?"  I frequently hear these questions from my clients and from people who attend my workshops and intensives. Everyone who is on a spiritual path wants to experience the presence of Spirit in his or her]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ "How can I be more <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spirit" rel="tag">spirit</a>ually connected? How can I hear the voice of my <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spiritual+guidance" rel="tag">spiritual guidance</a>?" <br /><br /> I frequently hear these questions from my clients and from people who attend my workshops and intensives. Everyone who is on a spiritual path wants to experience the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/presence" rel="tag">presence</a> of Spirit in his or her life. We want to know that we are not alone. We want to know that we are being loved and guided in our highest good each and every moment of our lives. <br /><br /> How can we have this experience? <br /><br /> Sometimes we have this experience accidentally. We might be feeling particularly open - like when we are walking in nature or hugging a child or a pet. At those times, we might feel a wonderful warmth within our <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/heart" rel="tag">heart</a> and a deep sense of wellbeing. Creative ideas or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/profound+wisdom" rel="tag">profound wisdom</a> might pop into our mind when we are in this state. This is an experience of the Presence of Spirit. <br /><br /> But it is not enough for many of us for this to happen occasionally. We want this in our lives all the time. What can we do to consciously open ourselves to an experience of the Presence of Spirit? <br /><br /> The love, compassion, peace, joy, and truth that is Spirit is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/here+all+the+time" rel="tag">here all the time</a>. It is what we live in and is the essence of what lives within us. But in order to experience it, we have to be open to it. Our hearts and minds have to be open to receiving the Presence of Spirit. <br /><br /> Whether or not we have an experience of the Presence of Spirit depends upon our INTENT. When our intent is to protect against pain by trying to control ourselves, others, and outcomes, our heart closes. When our intent is to learn about loving ourselves and others, our heart opens. We cannot experience the Presence of Spirit when our heart is closed. <br /><br /> Our desire to learn with our spiritual Guidance about loving ourselves and others opens the heart and invites in the Presence of Spirit. Our intent to learn is the most powerful doorway to the Presence of Spirit. Once you have chosen the intent to learn, there are other doorways that can facilitate the opening of the heart. <br /><br /> GRATIATUDE AND APPRECIATION <br /><br /> The choice to express gratitude and appreciation for the everyday blessings in our lives opens the heart. A sincere prayer of gratitude for the food you eat or the beauty of nature, or a sincere "thank you" for another's kindness will open your heart and bring in the feeling of fullness and wellbeing that is the experience of the Presence of Spirit. <br /><br /> If you are having trouble opening to learning, you might try focusing on what you are grateful for and what you deeply appreciate. This may open your heart enough to move into learning about love. <br /><br /> ACCEPTANCE <br /><br /> When you choose to accept what is rather than continue to attempt to control things over which you have no control - such as how others feel about you or the outcome of things - you will feel a sense of inner peace. This opens the door to being able to learn about the part of you that keeps trying to control. Learning about the controlling part of you rather than judging this part of you opens the heart and allows in the love and compassion of Spirit. <br /><br /> KINDNESS <br /><br /> Kind acts toward your self and others will open the heart. Kindness is an invitation to the Presence of Spirit to fill your heart. Choosing kindness is a powerful doorway to the Presence of Spirit. <br /><br /> When you choose to express gratitude and appreciation, and you choose to accept yourself and others, and you choose to be kind to yourself and others, and you choose to open to learning about loving yourself and others - you will experience peace and joy, which are clear indications of the Presence of Spirit.   <bio>Margaret Paul, Ph.D., best-selling author of eight books, including "Do I Have To Give Up Me To Be Loved By You" and co-creator of the powerful Inner Bonding healing process. FREE Inner Bonding course at: <a href="http://www.innerbonding.com" >http://www.innerbonding.com</a>. Phone sessions available. mailto:margaret@innerbonding.com.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Is Salvation Based On Grace Or Works</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jun 2006 00:32:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>spirit</category><category>faith</category><category>doctrine of salvation</category><category>galatians</category><category>guilt</category><category>personal savior</category><category>abrahamic covenant</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/is-salvation-based-on-grace-or-works</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Some in the church in Galatia were peddling a doctrine of salvation by works. Paul asks and answers three bombshell questions of those Galatians who were trying to peddle this doctrine. These three questions and their answers stopped their salvation by works message in its tracks.  You remember, of]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Some in the church in Galatia were peddling a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/doctrine+of+salvation" rel="tag">doctrine of salvation</a> by works. Paul asks and answers three bombshell questions of those <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/galatians" rel="tag">Galatians</a> who were trying to peddle this doctrine. These three questions and their answers stopped their salvation by works message in its tracks. <br /><br /> You remember, of course, that Paul believed that Jesus' blood took care of the sin problem for the human race. <br /><br /> Now here are his three dynamite questions and their obvious answers. <br /><br /> Question #1: "Did the Galatians receive the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spirit" rel="tag">Spirit</a> by the works of the law or by the hearing of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/faith" rel="tag">faith</a>?" Galatians 3:2. In other words, can you work to receive the Spirit or is that a product of believing on Jesus and receiving Him (by faith) as your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+savior" rel="tag">personal savior</a>? Of course, receiving the Spirit comes by faith upon receiving Jesus as savior. <br /><br /> Works have nothing to do with it. Paul's logic, then, forces the conclusion that works of the law have nothing to do with the removal of our <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/guilt" rel="tag">guilt</a> and feelings of unworthiness for our sins. This is solely through Jesus' blood which is God's  supreme act of grace. The blood of Jesus is appropriated by faith and not by works at all <br /><br /> Question #2: "Since they started out by the Spirit, what makes them think they can switch from the Spirit to the flesh to continue their Christian experience? What makes them think they can switch from the Spirit to the fleshly works of the Law to finish out their Christian experience?" Galatians 3:3. <br /><br /> They can't. Therefore, Jesus' blood, applied to us by the Spirit through faith, will take care of our guilt and  unworthiness problem. Consequently, Christians who rest and trust in Jesus' blood refuse to be brought under bondage for unworthiness caused by the guilt of their sins. <br /><br /> Consequently, they will not let these feelings of guilt and unworthiness interfere with God's blessings of healing, prosperity, family well being and salvation contained in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/abrahamic+covenant" rel="tag">Abrahamic covenant</a> for them. <br /><br /> Question #3: "Did the one who ministers the Spirit to them and works miracles among them do these things by the hearing of faith or by the works of the law?" Galatians 3:5. Of course, he did these things by faith and not by the works of the law. <br /><br /> Paul's logic, here, forces the conclusion that (1) since these Galatians received the Spirit by faith and not by works of the Law, (2) since they cannot switch from the Spirit to works of the Law to maintain their Christian life and (3) since the ones ministering the Spirit and works miracles among them continue to do them by faith and not by works of the Law, then neither can the Galatians arbitrarily switch from salvation by faith in Jesus to salvation by works of the Law. Neither can they attempt to follow any mixture of faith and works. <br /><br /> >From the preceding, obviously Paul believed that Jesus' blood took care of everything. His blood was the grace of God in action. His blood took care of the guilt and feelings of unworthiness for all our sins. To add one thing to this heavenly formula in the form of any religious work that we must do to get our guilt and unworthiness removed would void God's grace and render Jesus' death useless and meaningless. <br /><br /> Never let the devil or his gang tell you that you can't have your Abrahamic blessings of healing, prosperity, family well being and salvation because of feelings of guilt and unworthiness.   <bio>Dr. Jay Snell authored eleven books proving the healing, prosperity, family well being, eternal security, pretribulation rapture and salvation provided for Christians in the Abrahamic covenant. These books presented many times on TBN. <a href="http://www.jaysnell.org">http://www.jaysnell.org</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>A Practical Examination of Footwear by Earth Spirit</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:43:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>flexible soles</category><category>earth spirit</category><category>budget brand</category><category>earth shoes</category><category>budget prices</category><category>shoe retailers</category><category>wal mart</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-practical-examination-of-footwear-by-earth-spirit</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Earth Spirit shoes are a well-known brand thanks to their comfortable style and budget prices. They are carried in retailers like Wal-Mart and Sears, alongside other major discount shoe retailers. But, are they still good quality? For a useful review of Earth Spirit and their brand of shoes, keep]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/earth+spirit" rel="tag">Earth Spirit</a> shoes are a well-known brand thanks to their comfortable style and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/budget+prices" rel="tag">budget prices</a>. They are carried in retailers like Wal-Mart and Sears, alongside other major discount <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/shoe+retailers" rel="tag">shoe retailers</a>. But, are they still good quality? For a useful review of Earth Spirit and their brand of shoes, keep reading.<br><br>Earth Spirit Prices<br><br>Earth Spirit shoes are very reasonably priced - with styles ranging in price from about $20 to $40 and most models costing less than $30. Overall, this is a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/budget+brand" rel="tag">budget brand</a> and should not be confused with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/earth+shoes" rel="tag">Earth Shoes</a>, a popular comfort brand that costs significantly more.<br><br>Earth Spirit's Comfort and Fit<br><br>Earth Spirits are actually significantly more comfortable than you might ordinarily expect from a budget brand. They offer gel inserts and cushioned supports designed to cradle the foot while also absorbing impact and shock. The shoes even have <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/flexible+soles" rel="tag">flexible soles</a>, making them great for walking or light, outdoor activities.<br><br>In general, Earth Spirit sells a wider-fitting shoe, making them a nice fit for those who struggle with having wider feet. They're comfortable enough for everyday casual use, but aren't recommended for heavy-duty hiking or athletic use.<br><br>The Brand's Overall Quality and Durability<br><br>Admittedly, these are budget shoes - and while they may be comfortable, they're simply not designed to last for decades. Most buyers find they get a good season out of these shoes before it's time to retire them.<br><br>The biggest quality and durability problem for these shoes? The soles come apart from the shoe. Because they're glued on rather than stitched on, the glue can lose its adhesiveness over time. Eventually, especially if the shoe gets wet, the sole comes apart from the shoe. So, while it may be a good deal for $20, you shouldn't pay too much more for this brand.<br><br>Earth Spirit's Design and Style<br><br>The overall design and style of the Earth Spirit brand is definitely "earthy." They're often described as a hippie shoe and have a casual, natural and laid back look that's great for banging around the cottage, popping around the yard or spending an afternoon gardening.<br><br>So, while they're not the most contemporary shoes, they're great for running errands. You wouldn't wear them for a night out (unless you're going to see a Phish tribute band), but they're definitely doable around town.<br><br>Conclusion<br><br>Overall, these are a great shoe if you need a comfortable sandal or flat to take your through the summer. They're durable enough to last a season, wonderfully priced and they fit well. For something a little more durable or fashionable, you may have to move up the price ladder.<br><br>Given the relative brevity of their "life span," Earth Spirit shoes generally find their popularity among those who are looking first for a combination of comfort and low cost. One benefit of this is that once the shoes wear out, their price point is inexpensive enough to allow the purchase of the following year's newer models.<bio>For great information on shoe style options, see shoestyletips.com, a popular site about footwear recommendations, such as a <a href="http://www.shoestyletips.com/journey-shoes.shtml">Journey shoes</a>, <a href="http://www.shoestyletips.com/earth-spirit-shoes.shtml">Earth Spirit shoes</a>, and many more!</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Clairsentience</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jun 2007 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>psychic abilities</category><category>psychic ability</category><category>clairsentience</category><category>psychic gifts</category><category>many different ways</category><category>contact</category><category>spirit</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/clairsentience</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ When it comes to various psychic abilities and powers, there are many different ways in which a person might get a reading or might get an idea of the past, present, or future. There are several ways that psychic ability manifests itself, and there are several different psychic gifts that one]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ When it comes to various <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/psychic+abilities" rel="tag">psychic abilities</a> and powers, there are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/many+different+ways" rel="tag">many different ways</a> in which a person might get a reading or might get an idea of the past, present, or future. There are several ways that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/psychic+ability" rel="tag">psychic ability</a> manifests itself, and there are several different <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/psychic+gifts" rel="tag">psychic gifts</a> that one might possess. <br /><br /> One of these ways is called <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/clairsentience" rel="tag">clairsentience</a>. This is a complex psychic ability. One of the most interesting things about clairsentience is that it is the gift that is most often ignored, or not even noticed by those that have it. <br /><br /> Touch <br /><br /> Clairsentience involves getting a glimpse of other realities or even entities through a sense of touch. This would occur when a psychic lays their hands on someone, or when they touch something that contains a link to another world that they can see. Clairsentience can manifest itself myriad ways and it is an ability that is often hard to explain or to diagnose. <br /><br /> There are many different ways that clairsentience can manifest itself. This could be a tickling sensation on the body when it comes into <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contact" rel="tag">contact</a> with the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spirit" rel="tag">spirit</a>. Many people experience this when they are in contact with a spirit, and it is usually in the form of a tickling sensation on the face, hands, or the neck. It might also be the feeling of the hairs on the back of your neck standing on end when you are touched by a spirit. This too might be something that people feel when they are not aware of their psychic abilities. Often it would be written off as something else, but this is what it is. The idea of clairsentience is something that is often overlooked, even by those that have it. <br /><br /> Clairsentience can also be noted as a sensation the left side of your face when you are talking with a spirit. This is because the energy of the spirit is going to enter through the left side of the body and is going to exit on the right side of the body. This means that when you are in contact with a spirit you are going to have a sensation on the left side of your face. <br /><br /> Another way that Clairsentience might manifest itself is the feeling of pressure on the crown, or the top of their head. There are also other areas of the body where a person might feel pressure when they are talking with a spirit. In rare cases, you might actually feel a blow to somewhere on your body, and this might be a very physical blow. Clairsentience might also manifest as something that might be very subtle. It could be as mild as a cool breeze that you feel, or even as small as certain scents that you are able to smell, such as floral fragrances or other fragrances. <br /><br /> No matter how clairsentience manifests itself, it is a psychic ability that can be the hardest to interpret and the hardest to notice. There might be many people who have the gift of clairsentience but who have never known that they have. If you have a tendency to feel strange things, or to smell or notice things that aren't there, you might find that you actually have the gift of clairsentience but you have never noticed it before! <br /><br /> There are many ways that you can see if this is a gift that you have. You should speak with someone who is a physic, and who can provide you with more details about the various forms of the gift of Clairsentience, to see whether or not this is something that you believe you might have.   <bio>Marissa Valentin is owner and webmaster of a top rated free psychic readings resource website. You will be amazed the psychics and psychic readings available at <a href="http://www.moonwhisper.com" >http://www.moonwhisper.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>A Time Of Hope</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2008 03:35:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>connecting to spirit</category><category>christian faiths</category><category>season of hope</category><category>loving energy</category><category>human spirit</category><category>gift of hope</category><category>beam of light</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-time-of-hope</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ This is a season of hope. Christian faiths recognize Easter, which is the celebration of Jesus' victory over death and mankind's hope for eternal life. As winter departs, there is hope for the springing of new life and growth. Plants and flowers are beginning to pop out of the ground. The crocus]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ This is a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/season+of+hope" rel="tag">season of hope</a>. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/christian+faiths" rel="tag">Christian faiths</a> recognize Easter, which is the celebration of Jesus' victory over death and mankind's hope for eternal life. As winter departs, there is hope for the springing of new life and growth. Plants and flowers are beginning to pop out of the ground. The crocus is blooming already. Animal life is beginning to stir and the hare =96 better known as the Easter bunny =96 will soon be giving birth to large litters of rabbits. Birds are more visible and will soon be building nests to lay their eggs. Humans come out of winter hibernation, tired of being cooped up and also look to spring forth =96 walk on some grass, play outside and dig in the dirt. <br /><br /> In this season of renewal and hope for life =96 the real place of renewal is in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/human+spirit" rel="tag">human spirit</a>. Christians consider Easter a re-birth. Springtime is considered an awakening from a long winter's nap. Both of these signal a new beginning, a fresh start, an opportunity to create new life. <br /><br /> Our Easter awakening can become an awakening to spirit =96 that lives in us and through us. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/loving+energy" rel="tag">loving energy</a> of spirit is the most powerful energy in the universe. It is wondrous, magical and unites us with everything and all that is. <br /><br /> To connect to spirit requires that we stop in the moment to notice and appreciate what is in front of us. It is a walk with a friend at sunset, a fresh strawberry, one single red rose, snow on cedars, or a belly laugh. It also requires a sense of gratitude for everyday people and experiences =96 facing each day as a gift to be enjoyed. Sometimes it means that in the hustle of life we stop to be quiet, to reflect, to heal or to pray. Spirit renews and gives to us the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gift+of+hope" rel="tag">gift of hope</a>. <br /><br /> I.M. Heart is about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/connecting+to+spirit" rel="tag">connecting to spirit</a>. This connection to spirit comes through an open heart. Spirit is love =96 we are love =96 we are one with spirit. Imagine that inside us is a bright golden <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/beam+of+light" rel="tag">beam of light</a>. The light is always there =96 no matter what we think, feel or do. This is the light of spirit. It is our solace in the storms of life, a friend and companion, or that small quiet voice giving us wise advice. It is that gut feeling or intuition that proves to be right. Spirit has always been there for us and it will always be there. <br /><br /> Connecting to spirit puts us in touch with our own feelings. This means being aware of our full range of feeling =96 noticing and accepting the ugly, gnarly, grimy ones as well as the happy, warm, fuzzy ones. The benefit for us is in knowing ourselves so that we can heal those that hurt or are fearful and be more kind, compassionate and loving to ourselves. When we open our heart to heal, we can be free to accept and love ourselves. Our hope is in healing. <br /><br /> Hope is a big deal! It is an abiding sense of faith, expectation and perseverance. It is a belief in a positive outcome for the future =96 yet unknown, but much anticipated. Hope may be expressed in a wish or prayer, a plan or idea, a dream or vision. It is the anchor that helps us to stand through the storms of life. <br /><br /> In this season of hope =96 I.M. Heart wishes you much love, many blessings, and an abundance of miracles! May your blessings include a chocolate bunny!!   <bio>I.M. Heart was published in November 2007, by Alternatives. Information on this book can be found at <a href="http://www.imheart.net" >http://www.imheart.net</a>.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Female Photography and Bimbo Models</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jul 2007 19:25:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>body mind spirit</category><category>spirit life</category><category>physical appearance</category><category>learn to meditate</category><category>much more than just</category><category>bimbo</category><category>models</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/female-photography-bimbo-models</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Bimbo models are a dime a dozen and will never succeed. And they will never know why.  The focus in our beauty-oriented world is on physical attractiveness, and models certainly need to possess that attribute. Think about how much you enjoy looking at attractive men and women. You will be glued to]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bimbo" rel="tag">Bimbo</a> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/models" rel="tag">models</a> are a dime a dozen and will never succeed. And they will never know why. <br /><br /> The focus in our beauty-oriented world is on physical attractiveness, and models certainly need to possess that attribute. Think about how much you enjoy looking at attractive men and women. You will be glued to that beauty as long as it's in eyesight. You will think about or comment on specifics=85 beautiful hair or eyes, handsome physique, beguiling smile. But, as we had said many times, modeling is so <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/much+more+than+just" rel="tag">much more than just</a> looking good. <br /><br /> Bimbo-ism is a state of mind. Although the word initially referred to men (male baby or very young child), common usage in the last century in the English language referred to women who are totally focused on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/physical+appearance" rel="tag">physical appearance</a> and neglect other parts of their persona. The Bimbo-model believes the only thing important about her work is how she looks. She couldn't be more mistaken. The exaggerated value she puts on her physical appearance stifles the other requirements necessary for successful modeling. <br /><br /> So what IS important for models to consider in developing their career? We suggest the Body-Mind-Spirit concept that has proven so helpful in other life arenas. And we wouldn't necessarily put `Body' first in that threesome. <br /><br /> First, recognize the value of your Mind. Develop interests outside the modeling world. Read something other than modeling/beauty magazines. Stay in touch with what's going on in the world so you can keep `Body' in its appropriate place.  The successful model projects a serene sense of knowing what's important in life, where he/she belongs in the world and finds that place good. <br /><br /> Second, stay in touch with your `Spirit'. If you don't know how to do that, read. Some will find Spirit through organized religion. Others will not. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/learn+to+meditate" rel="tag">Learn to meditate</a>. Develop your Spirit-life so that no matter what outside events you encounter, your Spirit will help you understand those events and deal with them. Life is never fair and it's not always happy. Your Spirit supports you during the tough times and creates a strength that sustains you throughout your life. The `Spirit' of the successful model can be seen on her/his face.  It glows. <br /><br /> Third, take care of your Body. Yes, physical beauty is important. And beauty is defined in many ways. Don't limit your attractiveness to sex appeal. Exercise regularly, eat well, get<br /><br />enough sleep. Learn how to apply make-up and style your hair in ways that will enhance your unique beauty. Work on developing a natural look that allows your Mind and Spirit to shine through your Body. And most important, the successful non-Bimbo model keeps all three parts of her life in balance and harmony.   <bio>Mandarich Media Group provides photography, video production and web design services. Female Photography and model portfolio building are a large part of our business.  Visit <a href="http://mandarichmodels.com" >http://mandarichmodels.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Self Control - The 9th Fruit Of The Holy Spirit</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2008 08:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>poor impulse control</category><category>sinful natures</category><category>fleshly desires</category><category>self gratification</category><category>little victory</category><category>today many people</category><category>tug of war</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/self-control-the-9th-fruit-of-the-holy-spirit</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Last, but not certainly least, is the quality of self-control. This one is huge, and I mean huge! Once you start to enter into a true sanctification process with the Lord - expect the Holy Spirit to move in on you very early with this specific quality.  The reason for this is that we all have a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Last, but not certainly least, is the quality of self-control. This one is huge, and I mean huge! Once you start to enter into a true sanctification process with the Lord - expect the Holy Spirit to move in on you very early with this specific quality. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> 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 <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fleshly+desires" rel="tag">fleshly desires</a> are not right for us and as a result, there will be a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tug+of+war" rel="tag">tug of war</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. <br /><br /> Since we all live in a very self-centered and materialistic type world today, many people have very <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/poor+impulse+control" rel="tag">poor impulse control</a>. 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. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> Due to our fallen and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sinful+natures" rel="tag">sinful natures</a>, 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. <br /><br /> If you don't have God's self-control operating through you - you will have very <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/little+victory" rel="tag">little victory</a> over such things as bad tempers, judgmental and critical spirits, an unforgiving spirit, and vices such as smoking and the abuse of alcohol. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> Here are some of the definitions of what the quality of self-control is all about: <br /><br /> Temperance, rational restraint of natural impulses <br /><br /> Sober, temperate, calm and dispassionate approach to life, having mastered personal desires and passions <br /><br /> Calls for a self-disciplined life following Christ's example of being in the world but not of the world <br /><br /> Restraint or discipline exercised over one's behavior <br /><br /> 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.   <bio>Article written by Michael Bradley, you can get the complete article on the fruit of the Spirit at <a href="http://www.bible-knowledge.com" >http://www.bible-knowledge.com</a> - and get 20% off retail on all Christian books at his online bookstore at <a href="http://www.bibleknowledgebookstore.com" >http://www.bibleknowledgebookstore.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Promotional Hand Clappers -- Let Spirit Ring Out</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:23:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>pep rallies</category><category>inexpensive promotional item</category><category>spirit of things</category><category>swing of things</category><category>spunk</category><category>hand clappers</category><category>different ways</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/promotional-hand-clappers-let-spirit-ring-out</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Do you want to make some noise? Do you want to really get people excited about what you have to offer and get them into the spirit of things? One of the best ways that you can do this is to order a bunch of promotional hand clappers to give out to people at the next big function.Let's look at the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Do you want to make some noise? Do you want to really get people excited about what you have to offer and get them into the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spirit+of+things" rel="tag">spirit of things</a>? One of the best ways that you can do this is to order a bunch of promotional <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hand+clappers" rel="tag">hand clappers</a> to give out to people at the next big function.<br><br>Let's look at the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/different+ways" rel="tag">different ways</a> that companies can use promotional hand clappers to promote their business.<br><br>Give Them Out at Business Rallies<br><br>One way that you can promote a business with promotional hand clappers is to give them out to employees at business rallies. They are designed to get people excited and into the spirit of things. Nothing gets people more excited than something that makes a lot of noise.<br><br>Donate Them For Sports Functions<br><br>Another great way that you can promote your business with promotional hand clappers is to donate them to schools to use during sports functions and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pep+rallies" rel="tag">pep rallies</a>. They are two times that are great for people to use promotional hand clappers, because they are something that is going to make a lot of noise and get people into the spirit of things. <br><br>There are several reasons why companies choose promotional hand clappers to promote their business.<br><br>They are Fun<br><br>One of the reasons that companies choose promotional hand clappers is simply because they are a novelty item. They are looking for something that they can give out that is going to allow people to have some fun and they find promotional hand clappers is a good item for that.<br><br>They Get People Excited<br><br>Another reason that they order promotional hand clappers is that they are going to have a big rally or something and they want people to get excited about what is happening in the company. They want people to make noise, they want people to show some <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spunk" rel="tag">spunk</a>, some spirit, and they want people to get into the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/swing+of+things" rel="tag">swing of things</a>.<br><br>They Are Inexpensive<br><br>One of the final reasons that companies choose promotional hand clappers is that they are an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/inexpensive+promotional+item" rel="tag">inexpensive promotional item</a>. They are something that they can use to get people excited or they can donate them for other people to use. But either way, they know that they aren't going to have to spend a lot of money on them as a promotional item.<br><br>Promotional hand clappers are something that companies turn to when they have a company wide event that they are getting people excited about. They are something that people can use to go wild, to make noise, and to show spunk. They are also an item that companies buy to donate to schools for their sporting events and pep rallies when they want to make a good impression on the community. They are something that is fun, that get people excited, and that build up team spirit and a sense of community.<br><br>Promotional hand clappers are a great way for a company to get their employees and others excited about their products.<bio>Matt Franks is director of Fluid Branding, the UK's largest supplier of <a href='http://www.fluidbranding.com/products/hand_clappers.html'> promotional hand clappers</a> and other <a href='http://www.fluidbranding.com/'>Promotional Products</a> at www.fluidbranding.com. For Eco Friendly promotional products, including Recycled, Organic and Sustainable items visit www.ecoincentives.com</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Unpardonable Sin</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2008 19:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>scribes and pharisees</category><category>holding grudges</category><category>demonic spirit</category><category>mad at god</category><category>scripture verses</category><category>dangerous grounds</category><category>unclean spirit</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-unpardonable-sin</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ "Assuredly, I say to you, all sins will be forgiven the sons of men, and whatever blasphemies they may utter; but he who blasphemes against the Holy Spirit never has forgiveness, but is subject to eternal condemnation" - because they said, "He has an unclean spirit." (Mark 3:28-30)  "Therefore I]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ "Assuredly, I say to you, all sins will be forgiven the sons of men, and whatever blasphemies they may utter; but he who blasphemes against the Holy Spirit never has forgiveness, but is subject to eternal condemnation" - because they said, "He has an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unclean+spirit" rel="tag">unclean spirit</a>." (Mark 3:28-30) <br /><br /> "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) <br /><br /> To those Christians who think they may be guilty of having committed the unpardonable sin - study the above two <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/scripture+verses" rel="tag">Scripture verses</a> very carefully. Unless you have directly called the Holy Spirit Satan himself or a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/demonic+spirit" rel="tag">demonic spirit</a> like the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/scribes+and+pharisees" rel="tag">Scribes and Pharisees</a> did back in Jesus' day - then you are nowhere close to having had committed this unpardonable sin. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> Unless you are treading or entering into these types of extreme <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/dangerous+grounds" rel="tag">dangerous grounds</a> with the Lord - then you are nowhere close to blaspheming the Holy Spirit. Losing some of your faith, getting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mad+at+god" rel="tag">mad at God</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/holding+grudges" rel="tag">holding grudges</a> against Him, pulling back on Him, and arguing and wrestling with Him are not direct acts of blasphemy against His Holy Spirit. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> 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. <br /><br /> 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!   <bio>Article written by Michael Bradley, you can get the complete article on the fruit of the Spirit at <a href="http://www.bible-knowledge.com" >http://www.bible-knowledge.com</a> - and get 20% off retail on all Christian books at his online bookstore at <a href="http://www.bibleknowledgebookstore.com" >http://www.bibleknowledgebookstore.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Longsuffering - The 4th Fruit Of The Holy Spirit</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2008 05:35:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>galatians 5 22</category><category>fast food restaurant</category><category>battle of wills</category><category>fast paced world</category><category>fruit of the spirit</category><category>road rage</category><category>holy spirit</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/longsuffering-the-4th-fruit-of-the-holy-spirit</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control." (Galatians 5:22)  One of the main definitions of the word longsuffering is that it is referring to patience. And patience is another sorely needed quality in the fast paced]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ "But the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fruit+of+the+spirit" rel="tag">fruit of the Spirit</a> is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control." (Galatians 5:22) <br /><br /> One of the main definitions of the word longsuffering is that it is referring to patience. And patience is another sorely needed quality in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fast+paced+world" rel="tag">fast paced world</a> in which we live in today. <br /><br /> Just watch people standing in line at the grocery store or at your local <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fast+food+restaurant" rel="tag">fast food restaurant</a> and watch how short some people's fuses are today. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/road+rage" rel="tag">Road rage</a> is still a problem on some of our highways. Look at someone the wrong way and they will want to try and take your head off. Many people have been killed or seriously injured because someone lost his temper over something that was very trivial. <br /><br /> With the fast paced ways of our society, many people have had their fuses shortened up and it thus takes very little to set them off. As a result, many people have very little patience operating in their personalities. <br /><br /> For Christians, this poses a major dilemma. One of the ways of our God is that He is a very patient and longsuffering God. His ways are not our ways. And one of the things you will find out very early on about His ways is that He works on a much slower time frame than we do. And unless you learn to adjust to His slower way of working things out - you will find yourself easily losing your patience with Him and how He wants to work things out in your life. <br /><br /> God operates on a much longer and slower time frame than we are used to operating in the fast paced world in which we live in. You will really have to work with the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/holy+spirit" rel="tag">Holy Spirit</a> on this particular quality to get it properly worked up into your soul. The reason for this is that your own impatience will start to act up and try to override the patience and longsuffering that the Holy Spirit will try and transmit to you. At times, it may become of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/battle+of+wills" rel="tag">battle of wills</a> - your will against His will. <br /><br /> But once the Holy Spirit starts to try and manifest this quality up into your personality, then you have to try and move with it and allow it to get worked into your mind and emotions. If you do, then His patience will start to override your impatience, and before you know it, your fuses will start to lengthen and you won't lose your patience like you used to do. <br /><br /> Here are the different definitions for the word longsuffering: <br /><br /> Forbearance, patience <br /><br /> Patient endurance and steadfastness under provocation <br /><br /> Forbearance under ill-will, with no thought of retaliation <br /><br /> Patience, endurance, steadfastness and forbearance <br /><br /> Forbearance under suffering and endurance in the face of adversity <br /><br /><br /><br /> Ability to endure persecution and ill-treatment <br /><br /> With the way all of these definitions are reading, you can really see why we all need the patience and longsuffering of the Holy Spirit to start operating in our souls and personalities - especially when we are forced to have to face any kind of adversity. Sometimes it will be the patience and longsuffering of the Holy Spirit that will be the only thing that will give you the ability to last the entire length of a storm cloud or trial. <br /><br /> Learn to ride and flow with the patience of the Holy Spirit in your daily life and walk with the Lord - and you will then be able to enter into a much more restful and peaceful state within your mind and emotions.   <bio>Article written by Michael Bradley, you can get the complete article on the fruit of the Spirit at <a href="http://www.bible-knowledge.com" >http://www.bible-knowledge.com</a> - and get 20% off retail on all Christian books at his online bookstore at <a href="http://www.bibleknowledgebookstore.com" >http://www.bibleknowledgebookstore.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Journey Into Prophetic Worship - 2</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 16 Dec 2006 04:27:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>jesus said</category><category>jesus christ</category><category>closer to god</category><category>encountering god</category><category>son of god</category><category>spirit</category><category>niv</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-journey-into-prophetic-worship-2</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Worship leaders must pay close attention to God's leading, before and during the worship service. He knows what the congregation needs and will give new songs, words and heavenly melodies that prepare and renew His people.  What kind of leading is available? Well, listen to the prophet Isaiah:]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Worship leaders must pay close attention to God's leading, before and during the worship service. He knows what the congregation needs and will give new songs, words and heavenly melodies that prepare and renew His people. <br /><br /> What kind of leading is available? Well, listen to the prophet Isaiah: "Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, 'This is the way, walk in it,' whenever you turn to the right hand or whenever you turn to the left (Is. 30:21). <br /><br /> Another illustration of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spirit" rel="tag">Spirit</a>'s leading is found in the book of Ezekiel, he had a vision of the glory of the Lord and saw how the heavenly Cherubs moved: "Each one went straight ahead. Wherever the spirit would go, they would go, without turning as they went." (Ez.1:12, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/niv" rel="tag">NIV</a>). The phrase "Wherever the spirit would go, they would go" indicates dependence and obedience to the Spirit's leadership. <br /><br /><br /><br />Seeing what the Father is Doing <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/jesus+said" rel="tag">Jesus said</a>: 'I tell you the truth, the Son can do nothing by himself; he can do only what he sees his Father doing, because whatever the Father does the Son also does' (Jn. 5:19, NIV).  The very <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/son+of+god" rel="tag">Son of God</a> needed to see and hear what the Father was doing. Jesus didn't move by His own will. He was continually connected to the Father to see what He desired. Jesus functioned and moved according to that which He saw. <br /><br /> Now, if <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/jesus+christ" rel="tag">Jesus Christ</a> couldn't do anything in ministry by Himself, where does that leave us? Do you think that we can make it on our own? The reality is... (I hope you are ready for this...) yes, we think we can make it... our track record says so... <br /><br /> If you don't believe me, take an honest "heart-survey" and examine all of your activities while leading worship. Then consider having Q and A session with yourself... ask questions like: Is my worship leading drawing people <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/closer+to+god" rel="tag">closer to God</a> or closer to myself and my band? Are they <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/encountering+god" rel="tag">encountering God</a> though my worship? Etc. <br /><br /> Jesus also said: "Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit" John 3:6 NIV. The journey into prophetic worship starts by identifying all that is flesh in our ministry, repenting of it and start seeking what the Holy Spirit births... <br /><br /> To go deeper into this we need to grow in intimacy with God. When we spend time in His presence, our heart becomes sensitive and our dependence on the Holy Spirit grows. <br /><br /><br /><br />Growing in Confidence While Making Mistakes <br /><br /> To avoid presenting the wrong picture, I would like to end this article by bringing some balance about following the direction of the Spirit of God in a service... <br /><br /> Many times I have made mistakes in an attempt to follow His direction, thinking that He was going "south" and finding out later that He was going "north." You know what? Knowing myself, there are countless chances of future mistakes. But I have found a truth that sets me free every time--The Lord is not intolerant.<br /><br />He tolerates mistakes... <br /><br /> If you are not convinced of this, I invite you to study the life of the disciples. You will be shocked when you discover to whom Jesus gave the keys of the kingdom of Heaven. Get this: He did not take them back when this person severely failed. <br /><br /> As long as you have a willing spirit and readiness to learn, don't be afraid of getting it wrong, you will make mistakes trying to follow His direction, so, don't get discouraged when it happens. Learn from your mistakes and keep following Him. Throw away and refuse all religious tension, condemnation, insecurity and have plain confidence in Jesus who deeply loves you. Trust his Holy Spirit who is eager to help you. Otherwise, you will be afraid to move, enslaved by fear and without initiative. <br /><br /> Trust the Lord and be encouraged! Like Paul prayed: "May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word" (2 Thes. 2:16-17 NIV). Don't lose your willingness to learn! Rejoice always in God who promises to make you understand and instructs you in the way you should go. He keeps saying: I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye (Ps. 32:8).   <bio>Pablo Perez, Director of JASPER STONE MUSIC - <a href="http://www.jasperstonemusic.com" >http://www.jasperstonemusic.com</a> - and the creator of the "Unedited Worship". Get your FREE Worship and Teaching Here: <a href="http://www.uneditedworship.com" >http://www.uneditedworship.com</a> and Discover more about: Unedited Worship. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Drug Rehab Programs Must Address Mind, Body And Spirit</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 12 Jan 2008 19:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>drug rehab programs</category><category>sheer willpower</category><category>drug rehab program</category><category>psychological disease</category><category>mental aspects</category><category>12 step programs</category><category>physical aspects</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/drug-rehab-programs-must-address-mind-body-and-spirit</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Although many people believe that addiction is simply a psychological disease or a spiritual affliction, one that could be handled simply by the force of sheer willpower, those who suffer from addiction know better. Many drug rehab programs focus on only the psychological aspects of addiction and]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Although many people believe that addiction is simply a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/psychological+disease" rel="tag">psychological disease</a> or a spiritual affliction, one that could be handled simply by the force of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sheer+willpower" rel="tag">sheer willpower</a>, those who suffer from addiction know better. Many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/drug+rehab+programs" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/drug+rehab+program" rel="tag">drug rehab program</a>s</a> focus on only the psychological aspects of addiction and believe that by handling the addict's mind the addiction can be cured. <br /><br /> However addiction affects the mind, the body, and the spirit and all three of these aspects must be addressed in order to overcome addiction. When only the mind has been addressed in a drug rehab program, then the addict is still left with physical and spiritual afflictions caused by addiction. When addicts are told to turn their power over to a force outside themselves and that this is a necessary step in combating their addiction, the addict's mind and body still suffer, and the likelihood of recovery is minimal. <br /><br /> Those drug rehab programs falter in that they fail to address the mind, the body, and the spirit. It is no wonder that so many drug rehab programs have such low success rates. 12-Step programs focus on the mind and the spirit by addressing addiction as a disease, one that an addict is powerless over. Other programs focus on only the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mental+aspects" rel="tag">mental aspects</a> and believe that through therapy that addresses the reasons why an addict turned to drugs then an addict can cure the addiction. Still other programs simply believe that after a few days of detoxification, the addict's body is recovered. None of these methods, although helpful in the short term, provide a long-lasting solution to addiction. <br /><br /> A successful drug rehab program understands that the mental, spiritual, and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/physical+aspects" rel="tag">physical aspects</a> must be completely handled in order for the addict to overcome addiction, and that it is an investment in one's future life. <br /><br /> Mentally, the drug rehab program must provide a safe environment where the addict can deal with the issues that led him or her to drugs in the first place. In addition, the drug rehab program must help the addict change thinking patterns so that when faced with challenging issues, the addict has new and productive ways of dealing with life. <br /><br /> Physically, the drug rehab program must provide a detoxification program that thoroughly cleanses and returns the body to a state that is not affected by drug residues that remain in the body. If a drug rehab program does not offer a full and complete detoxification program, the addict will continue to be triggered or negatively affected by the residues left in the body. <br /><br /> Spiritually, the drug rehab program must understand that each individual addict perceives the spirit in a different light. The drug rehab program must respect these differing beliefs and allow the drug addict to follow his own opinion and belief system about what the spirit is, regardless of what anyone else believes. <br /><br /> The drug rehab program that addresses the mental, physical and spiritual aspects of addiction will give the drug addict the power to completely overcome his addiction. His mind will be healed. His body will be cleansed. His spirit will be realized. And his addiction will be left in the past.   <bio>John Frank does research in the drug treatment field and has helped several individuals and families, including his own brother, find the right program and overcome addiction. For more information on a drug free rehab, visit <a href="http://www.drugrehab.net" >http://www.drugrehab.net</a>.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Showing Team Spirit With Cherokee Team Scrubs</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2007 18:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>cherokee scrubs</category><category>cherokee uniforms</category><category>team spirit</category><category>camaraderie</category><category>sports fan</category><category>sports fans</category><category>sports teams</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/showing-team-spirit-with-cherokee-team-scrubs</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ The beauty of sports is the camaraderie exerted by other sports fans even if the two teams are opposing teams. Team spirit is a beautiful concept that can work for the healthcare or medical professional. Cherokee team scrubs offer the medical or healthcare provider the opportunity to show team]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ The beauty of sports is the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/camaraderie" rel="tag">camaraderie</a> exerted by other <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sports+fan" rel="tag">sports fan</a>s even if the two teams are opposing teams. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/team+spirit" rel="tag">Team spirit</a> is a beautiful concept that can work for the healthcare or medical professional. Cherokee team scrubs offer the medical or healthcare provider the opportunity to show team spirit, but there are many other reasons showing team spirit can be so important =96 even if you are not a huge sports fan. <br /><br /> The patient or client is important in the medical industry. Whether the patient is in your clinic or hospital space simply for a check up or being treated for life threatening diseases, the patient rarely enters the medical facility full of cheer and excitement. Let's face it: visiting the doctor is usually filled with trepidation and anxiety. <br /><br /> If you could put your patient or client at ease, what would you do to insure you could do it? <br /><br /> Almost everyone loves a sport and/or a team. Even if the person is not a fanatic, not knowing a little bit about sports is almost un-American. This knowledge can work for the healthcare provider. <br /><br /> Cherokee team scrubs are available with a favorite team logo. This is an authentic logo made possible by Cherokee and various <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sports+teams" rel="tag">sports teams</a> agreeing to the necessity and fashion sense of having team logos on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cherokee+scrubs" rel="tag">Cherokee scrubs</a> or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cherokee+uniforms" rel="tag">Cherokee uniforms</a>. <br /><br /> How does having a team logo available on Cherokee team scrubs benefit the medical professional? <br /><br /> Having Cherokee team scrubs mean you can put your patient or client more at ease with the visit. Often, the patient or client=E8le will feel not in control in the new environment. This can be quite intimidating. When the medical provider has Cherokee team scrubs on, the patient will have an automatic common ground with the medical provider. Even if the team displayed is not the patient's favorite, this will give a good starting ground for discussions or "small talk". Never underestimate the importance of small talk. <br /><br /> There is nothing quite as fun as having themed days in the medical facility. Cherokee team scrubs are perfect for those themed days. The Super Bowl is just one example of when it would be the perfect time for a themed day where Cherokee team scrubs would be useful. Decorate the medical facility with sports memorabilia to make an even bigger impact. Perhaps even having a television with taped games! <br /><br /> With Cherokee team scrubs the possibilities are virtually endless. <br /><br /> Cherokee team scrubs are completely customizable. You choose your favorite team, and Cherokee makes you a perfect set of medical scrubs. The logo is brilliantly displayed without wear or loose strings making it a safe and secure accompaniment to any wardrobe. In addition, Cherokee team scrubs are durable and reliable lasting longer period of time before replacements are necessary. <br /><br /> When it comes to the benefits of having a couple Cherokee team scrubs in your wardrobe, you will find the possibilities are limitless. You have options, you have styles, and you have prices you will appreciate. Showing team spirit with Cherokee team scrubs does not only show team spirit for your preferred sporting team, it also shows your team spirit around and with your workplace.   <bio>More at <a href="http://www.embroidered-uniforms-corporate-apparel.com" >http://www.embroidered-uniforms-corporate-apparel.com</a> and <a href="http://www.embroidered-uniforms-corporate-apparel.com/cherokee-uniforms-scr" >http://www.embroidered-uniforms-corporate-apparel.com/cherokee-uniforms-scr</a>= ubs-team-scrubs-c-18_103_570.html  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Mediums</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 09 Jun 2007 05:19:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>ouija board</category><category>spirit world</category><category>ouija boards</category><category>contact</category><category>psychic medium</category><category>tealeaf</category><category>cautious</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/mediums</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ When someone we loved has passed away, we might find comfort in being able to contact the person through psychic means to give or receive final messages from the other side. This is what a medium specializes in. A psychic medium is someone who can connect with those who have passed on and share]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ When someone we loved has passed away, we might find comfort in being able to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contact" rel="tag">contact</a> the person through psychic means to give or receive final messages from the other side. This is what a medium specializes in. A <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/psychic+medium" rel="tag">psychic medium</a> is someone who can connect with those who have passed on and share the thoughts of the spirit with the person or people left behind in the world, as we know it. <br /><br /> There really are people who can communicate with those who are no longer with us, but there are also some real scam artists out there who will take advantage of the grieving people looking for one last moment with their loved ones. This is why you need to be <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cautious" rel="tag">cautious</a> about the medium you use to have this moment yourself. <br /><br /> You should beware of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/ouija+board" rel="tag">Ouija board</a>s because both the living and the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/spirit+world" rel="tag">spirit world</a> have beings that can manipulate the Ouija board disingenuously. A Ouija board has all the letters in the alphabet on it, and a marker that slides around the board to spell out messages. The idea is that the people using the board will place their hands on the marker but they will not actually move it. The spirit of the person they are trying to contact in the spirit world is supposed to move the marker to spell out the message, but you never know if you are really talking to the spirit or if someone else at the board is moving the marker. For this reason, avoid the Ouija board. <br /><br /> You should also watch out for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tealeaf" rel="tag">tealeaf</a> readers, or any medium, who tells you that you must give the medium money on behalf of the person who has passed on that you are trying to contact. There are charlatans who have no sense of remorse about fooling you into thinking that the dead need our money to go to strangers staring at tealeaves. Walk away as soon as the medium tells you to fork over cash on behalf of your loved one. This is an age-old scam. <br /><br /> All this talk about con artists might seem discouraging, but there are legitimate mediums out there, and you can find one if you are cautious. <br /><br /> There are two basic types of mediums: physical mediums and mental mediums. They have different ways to connect with those who have passed on, but they are all mediums. Here is a basic breakdown of how each type of medium works. <br /><br /> The physical medium will channel energy from the spirit world into the physical world in any number of ways. The physical medium may use a pen and paper to channel the message from the spirit; the medium allows the spirit to control the use of the pen and paper to communicate with the person in this world. This is called automatic writing, but there are many other forms of physical mediumship. <br /><br /> For example, levitation, telekinesis, and seeing auras are all examples of physical mediumship. Levitation is when the body of a person is lifted up without any visible person or object moving the body. Someone is floating in the air without any strings attached if there is levitation happening. Telekinesis is the state of moving objects in the physical world with the mind and no physical assistance, like switching off a light without touching it. An aura is a glow of energy around a person that describes the person's state of existence like mood or power. <br /><br /> A mental medium will have different kinds of powers. The mental medium will sense the message from the spirit world either through some kind of psychic sight, smell, sound, or touch. It might even be from taste. Clairsentience is the experience of a psychic sensing the something intangible or not readily apparent to the psychic. More specifically, clairvoyance is often the term used to describe psychic sight. Clairaudience is psychic hearing, and clairalience is psychic smelling, while clairgustance is psychic tasting. <br /><br /> Whatever kind of medium you find, be cautious but be open to the experience. If you are so inclined, there are even mediums out there who can communicate with your pets who have passed on to the other side!   <bio>Marissa Valentin is owner and webmaster of a top rated free psychic readings resource website. You will be amazed the psychics and psychic readings online. Visit <a href="http://www.moonwhisper.com" >http://www.moonwhisper.com</a> for more information on psychics ad psychic abilities.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Mars Expedition</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2007 19:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>martian days</category><category>martian surface</category><category>spirit spirit</category><category>volcanic origin</category><category>conservative nature</category><category>salt content</category><category>subsurface water</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/mars-expedition</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ In June and July of 2003, two unique robot rovers were launched by NASA bound for Mars. The goal of NASA was to collect informations about our neighbour planet, the red planet called Mars. Previous expeditions of the last nearly 30 years have given us so much informations about Mars, but they have]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ In June and July of 2003, two unique robot rovers were launched by NASA bound for Mars. The goal of NASA was to collect informations about our neighbour planet, the red planet called Mars. Previous expeditions of the last nearly 30 years have given us so much informations about Mars, but they have been fleeting visits and not enough data had been collected. But this mission would be different. The two rovers were expected to last 90 <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/martian+days" rel="tag">Martian days</a> at best, but even after more than 1000 Martian days on, they were still going strong. <br /><br /> The two rovers were nicknamed Spirit and Opportunity. They weighed about 180 kg each, that is about 400 lbs in American terms. They carried batteries, communication equipment, and solar panels. The rovers used artificial intelligence that even allowed them to refuse to do what their controller told them, if they felt an action would be dangerous. Because of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/conservative+nature" rel="tag">conservative nature</a> of their use, they lasted more than 10 times the period originally planned and have travelled a distance of more than 10 miles across the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/martian+surface" rel="tag">Martian surface</a>. <br /><br /> The first one to make it to the surface of Mars was the rover nicknamed Spirit. Spirit landed on Mars January 4th, 2004 in a crater a mere 10km from the target. Spirit made many important discoveries. From its start in the crater, it has discovered many rocks of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/volcanic+origin" rel="tag">volcanic origin</a> and the action of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/subsurface+water" rel="tag">subsurface water</a> on these rocks. Spirit discovered patches of soil with a high <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/salt+content" rel="tag">salt content</a> that tends to be caused by the former presence of water. It discovered also one particularly interesting rock, nicknamed Humphrey, a volcanic-like rock formed possibly by magma. It had brightly coloured, mineralized parts inside, that would most likely be caused by water finding its way into it, before or sometime after the rock was formed. This finding alone has removed doubts from many scientists whether water existed or not on Mars at some time in the past. <br /><br /> Not only has Spirit helped us understand more on the geological and physical aspects of Mars: Spirit took the first picture of Earth from the surface of another planet. It has also taken night-time pictures of the transit of the moons and even Mercury across the sun. Spirit was lucky enough to catch a lunar eclipse of the Mars' moon Phobos as it disappeared into the shadow of Mars. <br /><br /> The second rover to make it to the surface of Mars was Opportunity. It landed 21 days after Spirit on January 25th, 2004. It landed on the opposite side of the planet in a crater in the middle of a plain. Opportunity worked extensively in craters on rocks presumably formed by sulphite rich sands from evaporated lakes and that had been pressed and formed by the elements, wind, pressure, and water. This again was used by scientists as proof that water existed on Mars in ancient times. <br /><br /> The two rovers have sent back hundreds of thousands of images in both grey-scale and colour of the Martian surface. The beautiful panoramic shots can take your breath way. Equipped with a geological kit and motorized rock tools, they were able to look beneath the surface to discover more than previously thought imaginable. <br /><br /> All of these new discoveries have increased our knowledge while at the same time increasing the amount of questions we have about Mars. Why did the water disappear? Was there life on Mars? Could humans live on Mars? As these little rovers keep working, maybe we will even have more questions answered in the near future. Who knows what lies beyond the next rock outcropping?   <bio>Written by Simone Poleggi. Find more information on <a href="http://www.ilsistemasolare.it/I-Pianeti/Marte" >http://www.ilsistemasolare.it/I-Pianeti/Marte</a> and <a href="http://www.ilsistemasolare.it/I-Pianeti/Marte/foto-di-marte" >http://www.ilsistemasolare.it/I-Pianeti/Marte/foto-di-marte</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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