Verse of the Day: So we say with confidence, the Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? Remember your leaders, who spoke the Word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever! (Hebrews 13: 6-8)
Amazing Fact: $46 billion of merchandise was predicted to be returned after Christmas.
Scriptural Pursuit: What did the angels say to the shephards that praised God?
Answer: Glory to God in the highest, and on earth, peace, good will toward men." (Luke 2: 14)
DQ Blizzard Cake: Congratulations to Haley Abbott of Pocomoke for winning this week's DQ Blizzard Cake!
Friday, December 28, 2012
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Verse of the Day: Since you are precious and honored in my sight, and because I love you, I will give men in exchange for you, and people in exchange for your life. Do not be afraid, for I am with you. (Isaiah 43: 4-5)
Amazing Fact: France has the greatest length of paved roads.
Scriptural Pursuit: Who was the first author to be mentioned in the Bible?
Answer: Moses (Exodus 17: 14)
Amazing Fact: France has the greatest length of paved roads.
Scriptural Pursuit: Who was the first author to be mentioned in the Bible?
Answer: Moses (Exodus 17: 14)
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Verse of the Day: Let Heaven fill your thoughts. Do not think only about things down here on earth. For you died when Christ died, and your real life is hidden with Christ in God. And when Christ, who is your real life, is revealed to the whole world, you will share in all His glory. (Collosians 3: 2-4)
Amazing Fact: You take about 7.8 million breaths in just one year.
Scriptural Pursuit: When David became king of Israel, for how many years did he reign in Jerusalem?
Answer: 33 years (2 Samuel 5: 5)
Amazing Fact: You take about 7.8 million breaths in just one year.
Scriptural Pursuit: When David became king of Israel, for how many years did he reign in Jerusalem?
Answer: 33 years (2 Samuel 5: 5)
Friday, December 21, 2012
Friday, December 21, 2012
Verse of the Day: But when Jesus heard it, He answered him, saying, "Do not be afraid; only believe, and she will be made well." (Luke 8: 50)
Amazing Fact: During the Christmas season, about 1.5 billion candy canes will be made.
Scriptural Pursuit: Who told Joseph the baby's name should be Jesus?
Answer: an angel
DQ Blizzard Cake: Congratulations to Barbara Morgan from Marion Station, MD for winning the DQ Blizzard Cake this week!
Amazing Fact: During the Christmas season, about 1.5 billion candy canes will be made.
Scriptural Pursuit: Who told Joseph the baby's name should be Jesus?
Answer: an angel
DQ Blizzard Cake: Congratulations to Barbara Morgan from Marion Station, MD for winning the DQ Blizzard Cake this week!
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Verse of the Day: Fear not, O land; be glad and rejoice, for the Lord has done marvelous things! (Joel 2: 21)
Amazing Fact: More than 30 million Americans will have presents under the tree for their dog.
Scriptural Pursuit: Two of the four Gospels do not mention the birth of Christ. Which two?
Answer: Mark and John
Wacky But True: A Florida eagle cam has gone viral in the past two months. A real estate company in Florida has a nesting Bald Eagle on one of their properties. So they set up a web camera to track the birds. The two eagles are named Ozzie and Harriet. Here is a link so you can check them out.
Eagle Camera
Amazing Fact: More than 30 million Americans will have presents under the tree for their dog.
Scriptural Pursuit: Two of the four Gospels do not mention the birth of Christ. Which two?
Answer: Mark and John
Wacky But True: A Florida eagle cam has gone viral in the past two months. A real estate company in Florida has a nesting Bald Eagle on one of their properties. So they set up a web camera to track the birds. The two eagles are named Ozzie and Harriet. Here is a link so you can check them out.
Eagle Camera
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Verse of the Day: Don't be afraid of those who want to kill you, they can only kill your body; they cannot touch your soul. Fear only God, who can destroy both soul and body in hell. Not even a sparrow, worth only half a penny, can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it. And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don't be afraid; you are more valuable to Him than a whole flock of sparrows. (Matthew 10: 28-31)
Amazing Fact: The Christmas shopping season begins so early because of our military. During World War II, it was necessary for Americans to mail Christmas gifts early so the troops in Europe could get them in time. Merchants jumped on the cause and helped remind the public to shop and ship early.
Scriptural Pursuit: Where did Joseph take Mary and the Baby to protect them from Herod's murderous intentions?
Answer: Egypt
Amazing Fact: The Christmas shopping season begins so early because of our military. During World War II, it was necessary for Americans to mail Christmas gifts early so the troops in Europe could get them in time. Merchants jumped on the cause and helped remind the public to shop and ship early.
Scriptural Pursuit: Where did Joseph take Mary and the Baby to protect them from Herod's murderous intentions?
Answer: Egypt
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Verse of the Day: For He order His angles to protect you wherever you go. They will hold you with their hands to keep you from striking your foot on a stone. (Psalm 91: 11 & 12)
Tuesday Trivia: According to a new survey, this is the number one re-gifted item. What is it?
Answer: Picture frames!
Amazing Fact: 30-35 million REAL Christmas trees are sold in the U.S. each year.
Scriptural Pursuit: What baby was born to a relative of Mary's about six months before the birth of Jesus?
Answer: John the Baptist
Tuesday Trivia: According to a new survey, this is the number one re-gifted item. What is it?
Answer: Picture frames!
Amazing Fact: 30-35 million REAL Christmas trees are sold in the U.S. each year.
Scriptural Pursuit: What baby was born to a relative of Mary's about six months before the birth of Jesus?
Answer: John the Baptist
Monday, December 17, 2012
Monday, December 17, 2012
Verse of the Day: The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. (Deuteronomy 31: 8)
Amazing Fact: Electric tree lights were first used in 1895. The new lights became much safer than the tradition of putting real candles on trees!
Scriptural Pursuit: What Old Testament prophet predicted the virgin birth of Christ?
Answer: Isaiah
Amazing Fact: Electric tree lights were first used in 1895. The new lights became much safer than the tradition of putting real candles on trees!
Scriptural Pursuit: What Old Testament prophet predicted the virgin birth of Christ?
Answer: Isaiah
Friday, December 14, 2012
Friday, December 14, 2012
Verse of the Day: Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed you. I have called you by name; you are mind. When you go through deep waters and great trouble, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown! When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you. For I am the Lord, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior. (Isaiah 43: 1-3)
Amazing Fact: During the Christmas buying season, all VISA credit card combined are used an average of 5,340 times every minute in the United States.
Scriptural Pursuit: How many years in total did Jacob work for Laban before he returned home?
Answer: 20 (Genesis 31: 41)
DQ Blizzard Cake: Congratulations to Ryan Henry Barnes of Parksley, Va., winner of this week's DQ Blizzard Cake drawing!
Amazing Fact: During the Christmas buying season, all VISA credit card combined are used an average of 5,340 times every minute in the United States.
Scriptural Pursuit: How many years in total did Jacob work for Laban before he returned home?
Answer: 20 (Genesis 31: 41)
DQ Blizzard Cake: Congratulations to Ryan Henry Barnes of Parksley, Va., winner of this week's DQ Blizzard Cake drawing!
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Verse of the Day: Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will hlep you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. (Isaiah 41:10)
Amazing Fact: Scientists have provided a sneak peek at what is being called the world's fastest supercomputer. It costs 100 million dollars - and can perform 1,000 trillion calculations per second.
Scriptural Pursuit: According to the book of Matthew where is the best place to pray? In a closet with the doors closed (Matthew 6:6)
Amazing Fact: Scientists have provided a sneak peek at what is being called the world's fastest supercomputer. It costs 100 million dollars - and can perform 1,000 trillion calculations per second.
Scriptural Pursuit: According to the book of Matthew where is the best place to pray? In a closet with the doors closed (Matthew 6:6)
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
December 12, 2012
Amazing Fact: It's 12/12/12 the last of the great repeating dates to happen in most of our lifetimes. The next one isn't until January 1, 2101, which will be 01/01/01.
Scriptural Pursuit: The Lord said that Jacob and Esau were two what in the womb? Nations (Genesis 25:23)
Scriptural Pursuit: The Lord said that Jacob and Esau were two what in the womb? Nations (Genesis 25:23)
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Verse of the Day: Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord, is my strength and my song; He has become my salvation. With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation. (Isaiah 12: 2-3)
Tuesday Trivia: According to the FDA, liver is the #1 disliked food in America. What is number 2?
Answer: Lima Beans
Amazing Fact: The longest recorded flight of a chicken is 13 seconds.
Scriptural Pursuit: According to Jesus, what would not fall to the ground apart from God's will?
Answer: A sparrow (Matthew 10:29)
Tuesday Trivia: According to the FDA, liver is the #1 disliked food in America. What is number 2?
Answer: Lima Beans
Amazing Fact: The longest recorded flight of a chicken is 13 seconds.
Scriptural Pursuit: According to Jesus, what would not fall to the ground apart from God's will?
Answer: A sparrow (Matthew 10:29)
Monday, December 10, 2012
Monday, December 10, 2012
Verse of the Day: The Lord says, "I will rescue those who love Me. I will protect those who trust in My Name. When call on Me, I will answer: I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue them and honor them. I will satisfy them with a long life and give them My salvation. (Psalm 91: 14-16)
Amazing Fact: On the Canadian two dollar bill, the American flag flies over the Parliament building.
Scriptural Pursuit: What did Jesus say He would arrive in when He returns with "power and glory."
Answer: a cloud (Luke 21: 27)
Wacky But True: Here's something you don't see every day! There's video of the New Zealand SPCA of a dog driving. The folks there used doggy treats to teach the dog how to steer, use the gear shift and reach the gas. Next week they're putting the dogs to the ultimate test by airing the video on national television. It's all in the hopes of helping get more dogs adopted by showing how smart and trainable they are.
Amazing Fact: On the Canadian two dollar bill, the American flag flies over the Parliament building.
Scriptural Pursuit: What did Jesus say He would arrive in when He returns with "power and glory."
Answer: a cloud (Luke 21: 27)
Wacky But True: Here's something you don't see every day! There's video of the New Zealand SPCA of a dog driving. The folks there used doggy treats to teach the dog how to steer, use the gear shift and reach the gas. Next week they're putting the dogs to the ultimate test by airing the video on national television. It's all in the hopes of helping get more dogs adopted by showing how smart and trainable they are.
Friday, December 7, 2012
Friday, December 7, 2012
Verse of the Day: God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. (Psalm 46:1)
Amazing Fact: Before aspirin was produced, ailing patients chewed the bark of the white willow tree (from which aspirin is derived) to help alleviate fever and pain.
Scriptural Pursuit: What is the meaning of the name Emmanuel? "God With Us"
DQ Blizzard Cake Winner: Paul Hudson from Millsboro, DE
Amazing Fact: Before aspirin was produced, ailing patients chewed the bark of the white willow tree (from which aspirin is derived) to help alleviate fever and pain.
Scriptural Pursuit: What is the meaning of the name Emmanuel? "God With Us"
DQ Blizzard Cake Winner: Paul Hudson from Millsboro, DE
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Verse of the Day: When I am afraid, I will trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I will not be afraid. What can mortan man do to me? (Psalm 56:3-4)
Amazing Fact: The sun is 330,000 times larger than earth.
Scriptural Pursuit: What prophet foretold that the Messiah would be born to a virgin? Isaiah (Isaiah7:14)
Amazing Fact: The sun is 330,000 times larger than earth.
Scriptural Pursuit: What prophet foretold that the Messiah would be born to a virgin? Isaiah (Isaiah7:14)
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
A survey of a thousand households found that 42% of men will ask their wife if it is okay before doing what? Adjusting the thermostat!
Verse of the Day: The Lord is my light and my salvation so why should I be afraid? The Lord protects me from danger so why should I tremble? When evil people come to destroy me, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will know no fear; even if they attack me, I remain confident. (Psalm 27:1-3)
Amazing Fact: Under federal law, garment tags that contain the use-and-care instructions must last the lifetime of the garment.
Scriptural Pursuit: From which son of Noah was Abram (later Abraham descended? Shem
Verse of the Day: The Lord is my light and my salvation so why should I be afraid? The Lord protects me from danger so why should I tremble? When evil people come to destroy me, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will know no fear; even if they attack me, I remain confident. (Psalm 27:1-3)
Amazing Fact: Under federal law, garment tags that contain the use-and-care instructions must last the lifetime of the garment.
Scriptural Pursuit: From which son of Noah was Abram (later Abraham descended? Shem
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
A survey of a 1,000 households found that 42% of men will ask their wife if it is ok before doing what? No correct answer today so we'll give it another try tomorrow morning at 7:15.
Verse of the Day: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. (Psalm 23:4)
Amazing Fact: Humans need roughly one hour of sleep for every two hours they are awake, and the body innately knows when this ratio becomes out of whack. Each hour of missed sleep one night will result in deeper sleep the next, until the body's sleep debt is wiped clean.
Scriptural Pursuit: Who was in prison with Paul in Philippi when they were singing and there was an earthquake? Silas
Verse of the Day: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. (Psalm 23:4)
Amazing Fact: Humans need roughly one hour of sleep for every two hours they are awake, and the body innately knows when this ratio becomes out of whack. Each hour of missed sleep one night will result in deeper sleep the next, until the body's sleep debt is wiped clean.
Scriptural Pursuit: Who was in prison with Paul in Philippi when they were singing and there was an earthquake? Silas
Monday, December 3, 2012
Monday, December 3, 2012
Verse of the Day: His mercy extends to those who fear Him, from generation to generation. He has performed mighty deeds with His arm; He has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble. He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty.
Amazing Fact: In the Lincoln Memorial, on the statue of Abraham Lincoln sitting, each hand forms a letter in the sign language alphabet. They form his initials, A and L.
Scriptural Pursuit: What famous visitor from Arabia was impressed with Solomon's wisdom and brought gifts to him?
Answer: The queen of Sheba (I Kings 10:1, 6, 10)
Wacky But True: Tinker, a miniature pony, has become a big helper in the Salvation Army kettle campaign. He uses his mouth to ring the bell. In a normal hour most folks raise $250 but during Tinker's hour, it's not uncommon for him to bring in $2,500. The 13-year old horse has been ringing the bell for four seasons now.
Amazing Fact: In the Lincoln Memorial, on the statue of Abraham Lincoln sitting, each hand forms a letter in the sign language alphabet. They form his initials, A and L.
Scriptural Pursuit: What famous visitor from Arabia was impressed with Solomon's wisdom and brought gifts to him?
Answer: The queen of Sheba (I Kings 10:1, 6, 10)
Wacky But True: Tinker, a miniature pony, has become a big helper in the Salvation Army kettle campaign. He uses his mouth to ring the bell. In a normal hour most folks raise $250 but during Tinker's hour, it's not uncommon for him to bring in $2,500. The 13-year old horse has been ringing the bell for four seasons now.
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