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Every day we are bombarded with news from our communities, and around the world. Disasters, tragedies, wars, environmental issues, politics, corporate scandals, social and lifestyle issues, winners and losers. The media has touched every part of our lives – feeding us the same information on world events and happenings – creating a bond shared among citizens of this planet. This Bible based site draws Life Lessons from the news.
Can we learn deeper ‘life’ lessons from the same stories splashed across the news? Every few weeks, a new story is added to this section. Why would we add a piece of news here? We hope that by comparing and contrasting parts of the story to the spiritual side of your life, you will dig deeper, and think about your own personal relationship with God.
If the life lesson drawn from the story conflicts with your thinking, please email and let us know. If the story has raised a question or concern in your mind, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us personally.
Pardoned for a Tuesday Only
Toussie was pardoned by the President of USA on Tuesday, December 23rd. But the President ‘un-pardoned’ him the next day. Is there a spiritual lesson to think about based on this story?
Mr. Schwarzenegger, Are You Sure There’s Nothing Afterwards?
Schwarzenegger is angry about death and now believes there is nothing afterwards. The progression of his thoughts and all that is at stake are discussed here.
Noel Burden’s Personal Testimony – “Jesus Loves Me, This I Know”
Everyone going to Heaven has a moment of genuine conversion – a time when they personally trusted Christ as their Saviour. Noel Burden shares his story of how he found Christ and peace.
Devastated Cruise Ship Passengers Arrive at Unwanted Destination
In life, trips are taken to carefully chosen locations but unforeseen circumstances can disrupt or divert our travel plans. Spiritually, we are journeying towards an end-point. What destination do you have in mind?
The Climb to Heaven: How Many Steps?
If people could climb a staircase that eventually led to Heaven after a long and virtuous life, many would eagerly start the climb without delay. If steps to Heaven could be counted, many would want to know how many there were. Even if the staircase involved uneven steps and multiple curves, steep sections, narrow passages and rail-less steps at dizzying heights, there would still be those willing to undertake this challenging ascent. Many would still embark on the arduous climb.
Sycamore Gap Tree Crime – Spiritual Reflections
The media worldwide carried the story of the Sycamore Gap tree in England. It was famous for many reasons, but it was the target of a crime and met its fate. Spiritual reflections will bring another tree to the landscape of your mind and heart.
How to Prepare for the Worst
We’re frequently caught off guard by devastating events. Some people mitigate potential losses by purchasing insurance coverage, and most, if not all, take preventive measures to protect themselves. The question is: How do you prepare for the worst that can happen?
Michael J. Fox Fears His Religion Isn’t Working
Michael J Fox’s journey has been one of extraordinary success and remarkable resilience in the face of Parkinson’s disease. Optimism was his faith but he fears he is losing his religion.
Who’s Who in the Cemetery? “Jesus Loves Me, This I Know”
For over 150 years, children and adults around the world have sung “Jesus Loves Me” in many different languages and cultures. Did the poet have any idea how far-reaching and long-lasting her little song would be? Did Anna Bartlett Warner know she would be buried in the West Point Military Cemetery, along with high-ranking military generals, distinguished soldiers, and other significant people who helped build the United States of America?
Greater than the Everest Death Zone Rescue – Gelje Sherpa
His situation was hopeless at 27,230 feet – roughly the cruising altitude of a commercial airliner. Clinging to a rope in the Death Zone of Mt. Everest, the Malaysian...
Kerry McKenna – Abiding Peace Despite a Brain Cancer Diagnosis
Kerry McKenna shares his personal story of faith and peace despite his diagnosis of brain cancer.
Actor Ben Affleck Explores Christianity and Faith
Award-winning actor Ben Affleck has been talking about Christianity and the hope and light he is finding. How do his insights align with the Bible?
Rate Your Life on a Scale of 1 to 10
We don't spend much time thinking about the meaning of life or even rating our life until we hit a snag or a bump along the way. When our bubble bursts, we find the ultimate...
Miracle in the Gulf of Mexico – Grimes Saved
Search and Rescue experts claim this story is one for the books. After many hours of treading water and staying afloat, James Michael Grimes was spotted in the Gulf of...
Leslie Jordan Sang about Heaven the Day before He Died Unexpectedly
There is something about the last things people do before they die that seem profoundly meaningful as we reflect on their lives. Last words. Last activity. Last meal. Last...
Biggest Jewelry Heist in Modern History?
Those who knew better grossly understated the value of the gems. Those responsible for their safekeeping seemed to be cavalier or even negligent in discharging their duties....
Beat Around the Bush – Short Video in Idiom Series
If you find this video helpful and relevant, it would be great if you could help share Bible truth by sharing this link with your friends and contacts on social media. To...
Did Sopranos Actor Tony Sirico aka Paulie Walnuts Steal Heaven?
Can a person steal heaven? No one ends up in Heaven because of a surprise decision God made at the moment of their death. No one ends up in Heaven because of the good they...
Son of Sam David Berkowitz – His Story
Editor’s 2023 Update: Yesterday (2023-06-01), I had the pleasure of celebrating David Berkowitz's 70th birthday with him in the maximum security prison in Wallkill, NY. Some...
Urgent Calls to Hotline Go Unanswered
If a hotline number is advertised, one expects there will be a response when the number is dialled. But often, the demand exceeds the capacity to respond. If the hotline is...
God’s Way of Salvation – Read it Here
Over 100 years ago, Alexander Marshall wrote a helpful pamphlet entitled: God's Way of Salvation. He probably didn't know that millions of copies would be circulated around...
Becoming a Billionaire at 87
This morning I spoke with David, an older man who became a Christian after his 85th birthday. That was pretty amazing! This evening I read a story featured on...
Doreen Virtue’s Personal Story – From New Age Deception to Christ
I read her story in Christianity Today. Then I reached out to her. Doreen Virtue's story touched my heart. It's fair to say that her life has gone from adoring fans to one...
There’s No Such Thing as a Free Lunch
Short Video in Idioms Series
This is the 9th short video in the Idioms series. We hope you will find it helpful and encouraging. There's no question about it - this 10-minute video has good news...
Don’t Rain on My Parade
Idioms Video Series
This is video #8 in the Idioms series. It's a short video but it definitely gives you something to think about. When you watch it, be sure to click on the Subscribe button...
Your Only Way to God
There is only one way to God. It may sound advanced and accepting of other points of view to say we all have our own way to God - but we don't. The Bible does not teach that...
Wondering about Christians who Crash?
It's not a family secret. The entire world knows that some very public figures who identified with and promoted Christianity and preached from the Bible – yes, like a...
Idioms and Metaphors – Origins, Usage and Lessons in Life
Scroll to the end to see the list of videos published to date. Idioms, metaphors and proverbs are common expressions or sayings in any language that sometimes we don’t...
Man Not Worthy of Pig’s Heart?
A desperate man, on the brink of death, was the transplant recipient of a pig's heart. No other options were left for the patient. He was facing death. But not everyone...
Gold Found in Syllabus for Life’s Course
"Read the syllabus," is the wish and plea of every professor and course instructor. Some resort to unique incentives to make their point. At the beginning of 2022 - there is...
Christmas: Who Would Want Heaven on Earth?
"Your will be done on earth as it is in Heaven." Matthew 6:10 Original version posted in 2009 Millions recite The Lord's Prayer every week. Entire congregations say it in...
Is there any Light this Christmas?
Festive candles flickering in windows. Spotlights illuminating decorated entrances. Colourful lights outlining the contours of homes in the neighbourhood. Laser projected...
How God Saved this Newfoundlander – Wallace Buckle from Labrador
I would like to tell you how God reached into my life and saved my soul. It was the Word of God that finally clinched it for me and made me understand that I was saved for...
William Shatner Leaves Earth for Space
William Shatner has millions of fans. He is Star Trek's legendary actor from the '60s and '70s. But, of course, he is much more than that. At age 90, he can reflect on...
Personal Loss far Greater than $20 Billion
Few of us aspire to become a billionaire. If it happens, let it be; but it is not a compelling vision in life for most of us. We don’t lay awake at night scheming how to...
Understanding Christianity – Short Video Series #7-7
Thank you for watching this final video in the seven-part short video series that addresses basic questions people often have about the Christian faith. When one is asked if...
Becoming a Christian #6-7 Short Video Series
This is our sixth video in a series of seven short videos looking at various perspectives on the Christian faith. If you find this helpful, share it with someone else who...
What is the Bible?
Christianity is the only belief system that relies on a book that can be proven to be Divine rather than human in its origin. Other religious books in the world claim to be...
Yankee Gale – PEI’s Deadly Storm for New Englanders
Some storms can be forecasted. Others strike with lightning swift-speed, blindsiding their victims. There are weather storms, health storms, family storms and many more...
Relentless Pursuit of a Father’s Love – Ten Motorcycles Later
Have you ever wondered if God knows you’re lost in life? Does He know and does He care? Has He ever bothered to search for you, or has He written you off and moved on to...
Mariana Trench
and the Forgiveness of Sins
Everyone has secrets and sins they never share with anyone. God offers complete forgiveness and the metaphor is to bury sins in the depths of the sea.
Wonderful Salvation Stories of Amazing Grace
Everyone going to Heaven has a story to tell about when they became a Christian - when they were saved - when they were born again. (Those are Bible terms used to describe...
Is God Reaching Out to Me?
A frequently searched question on Google is: Is God reaching out to me? Few people understand just how much God wants to rescue and save them from perishing. Not many appreciate His overtures of love towards them
World’s Most Powerful Passport
What metrics would you use to determine the most-coveted passport in the world? For some, it might be the passport that would allow them to get to that one country of their...
EASTER – Seven Cries from the Cross Video #7-8
Thank you for visiting this page. This is the seventh six-minute video in a series of eight. Each video focuses on one of the seven cries of the Lord Jesus from the Cross....
EASTER – Seven Cries from the Cross – Video #6-8
Thank you for visiting this page. This is the sixth six-minute video in a series of eight. Each video focuses on one of the seven cries of the Lord Jesus from the Cross....
EASTER – Seven Cries from the Cross Video #5-8
Thank you for visiting this page. This is the fifth six-minute video in a series of eight. Each video focuses on one of the seven cries of the Lord Jesus from the Cross....
EASTER – Seven Cries from the Cross Video #4-8
Thank you for visiting this page. This is the fourth six-minute video in a series of eight. Each video focuses on one of the seven cries of the Lord Jesus from the Cross....
EASTER – Seven Cries from the Cross Video #3-8
Thank you for visiting this page. This is the third six-minute video in a series of eight. Each video focuses on one of the seven cries of the Lord Jesus from the Cross....
EASTER – Seven Cries from the Cross Video #2-8
Thank you for visiting this page. This is the second six-minute video in a series of eight. Each video focuses on one of the seven cries of the Lord Jesus from the Cross....