MY FAMILY HAS BEEN IN BAD SHAPE FOR A WHILE NOW. HERE IN THE LAST

COUPLE OF WEEKS HAVE BEEN THE WORST. WE SPENT OUR LAST BIT OF MONEY

ON ALITTLE FOOD. WE HAVE A WHOLE $6.00 IN THE BANK TO PAY OUR BILLS NEXT

MONTH BUT IM NOT WORRIED ABOUT IT GOD WILL HELP US LIKE HE DID THIS PAST

 WEEK I HAD $32.00 I SPENT 26 ON FOOD, AND WE ALL NO THATS NOT GOING TO

LAST LONG WITH 5 OF US. SO I BOUGHT THAT AND I WENT TO THE STORE

MANAGER, WERE I HAD BOUGHT MY FOOD AND ASKED DID THEY HAVE ANY CAN

FOOD OR ANYTHING THAT MY FAMILY COULD HAVE. SO WE COULD GET BY TILL WE

COULD GET BACK ON OUR FEET. WELL HE WAS MEAN ABOUT IT NO!!!! HE SAID WE

DONT HAVE NOTHING. HE SAID SOME OTHER MEAN STUFF WITH TEARS IN MY EYES

 I TURNED AND WALKED AWAY. BY THE TIME I HAD GOT TO MY TRUCK I WAS

CRYING. EVERYONE LOOKING NOONE TO ASK WHATS WRONG OR IF I WAS OK JUST

KEPT ON WALKING BY. I GOT MY FEW CANS OF FOOD PUT THEM IN THE TRUCK I

GOT IN AND CRIED. THEN I PRAYED TO GOD PLEASE HELP ME GET FOOD FOR MY

FAMILY. THIS WAS TUESDAY ON SAT. GOD SENT SOMEONE TO BY SOME STUFF WE

HAD FOR SALE $250.00 WORTH. I SPENT 146.00 ON FOOD FOR THE FIVE OF US.

 PUT GAS IN THE CARS NOW  WERE BACK TO 16.00 BUT WE DO HAVE A LITTLE

FOOD. MY HUSBAND WAS LUCKY ENOGH TO FIND A JOB THE NEXT WENSDAY HE

WANT GET A PAY CHECK FOR ANOTHER WEEK THOUGH. BUT I PUT ALL MY FAITH IN

GOD THAT HE WILL TAKE CARE OF US AGAIN.     THANK YOU GOD FOR WHAT YOU

HAVE DONE AND WHAT YOU ARE STILL GOING TO DO FOR MY FAMILY.

Wow, something to think about ....

You always hear the usual stories of pennies on the sidewalk being good luck, gifts from angels, etc. This is the first time I've ever heard this twist on the story. Gives you something to think about.

Several years ago, a friend of mine and her husband were invited to spend the weekend at the husband's employer's home. My friend, Arlene, was nervous about the weekend. The boss was very wealthy, with a fine home on the waterway, and cars costing more than their house.

The first day and evening went well, and Arlene was delighted to have this rare glimpse into how the very wealthy live. The husband's employer was quite generous as a host, and took them to the finest restaurants. Arlene knew she would never have the opportunity to indulge in this kind of extravagance again, so was enjoying herself immensely.

As the three of them were about to enter an exclusive restaurant that evening, the boss was walking slightly ahead of Arlene and her husband. He stopped suddenly, looking down on the pavement for a long, silent moment.

Arlene wondered if she was supposed to pass him. There was nothing on the ground except a single darkened penny that someone had dropped, and a few cigarette butts Still silent, the man reached down and picked up the penny.

He held it up and smiled, then put it in his pocket as if he had found a great treasure. How absurd! What need did this man have for a single penny? Why would he even take the time to stop and pick it up?

Throughout dinner, the entire scene nagged at her. Finally, she could stand it no longer. She casually mentioned that her daughter once had a coin collection, and asked if the penny he had found ha d been of some value.

A smile crept across the man's face as he reached into his pocket for the penny and held it out for her to see. She had seen many pennies before! What was the point of this?

'Look at it.' He said. 'Read what it says.' She read the words ' United States of America '
'No, not that; read further.'
'One cent?' 'No, keep reading.'
'In God we Trust?' 'Yes!' 'And?'
'And if I trust in God, the name of God is holy, even on a coin. Whenever I find a coin I see that inscription. It is written on every single United States coin, but we never seem to notice it! God drops a message right in front of me tel ling me to trust Him? Who am I to pass it by? When I see a coin, I pray, I stop to see if my trust IS in God at that moment. I pick the coin up as a response to God; that I do trust in Him. For a short time, at least, I cherish it as if it were gold. I think it is God's way of starting a conversation with me. Lucky for me, God is patient and pennies are plentiful!

When I was out shopping today, I found a penny on the sidewalk. I stopped and picked it up, and realized that I had been worrying and fretting in my mind about things I cannot change. I read the words, 'In God We Trust,' and had to laugh. Yes, God, I get the message.

It seems that I have been finding an inordinate number of pennies in the last few months, but then, pennies are plentiful! And, God is patient..

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STORY OF 20TH CENTURY ICON BILLY GRAHAM COMES TO THE BIG SCREEN IN BILLY: THE EARLY YEARS, RELEASING NATIONWIDE OCTOBER 10, 2008

Coinciding with the 90th Birthday of Billy Graham, New Film Captures the Heart of the Beloved Man

Nashville, TN (BlackNews.com) - The coming-of-age story of 20th century icon Billy Graham will be seen on the big screen this fall through the release of the film Billy: The Early Years. This highly anticipated film will be released theatrically on October 10, 2008 across the country.

Billy: The Early Years captures the true essence of Graham's life's journey from an earnest young man at the crossroads of faith and doubt, to ultimately facing the moment of decision that launched one of history's most influential evangelists. Starting out with the tranquility of the Graham dairy farm in North Carolina, Billy: The Early Years depicts the look and feel of the Depression-era as we accompany Graham to the tent revival where he finally heeds the altar call, and follows him through the struggle of doubt and resolution of the next decade of his life.

The film paints a vivid portrait of Graham against the backdrop of his relationship with the evangelical star of the 1940's, Charles Templeton, a gifted young preacher whose faith would not withstand the onslaught of scientific skepticism. Templeton and Graham eventually part ways, and in the film, Templeton comes to personify the rising tide of disbelief into which Graham launched his crusades. The movie's power lies in it's honest portrayal of Graham's struggle with the ideas represented in Templeton's eventual unbelief and shows how Graham's faith, so compellingly represented in the film, goes on to change the face of modern evangelism in the second half of the 20th Century.

Graham is portrayed in the film by rising young star, Armie Hammer (Veronica Mars, Flicka), who was announced as the upcoming Batman/Bruce Wayne in the new film, Justice League: Mortal. Hammer plays an incredibly authentic and poignant Graham, and takes the viewer deep into the heart of this iconic world-renowned yet humble figure.

Directed by veteran Actor/Director and Golden Globe nominee, Robby Benson (the voice of the Beast in Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Ode To Billy Joe, Ice Castles, The Greatest Story Ever Told), the Billy: The Early Years' cast includes well-known Hollywood talent including Oscar-winner Martin Landau (Mission: Impossible, Ed Wood) and Lindsay Wagner (The Bionic Woman); as well as Stefanie Butler (CSI: NY), daughter of ex-Atlanta Brave Brett Butler; Kristoffer Polaha (North Shore) and platinum selling country sensation Josh Turner ("Long Black Train") as singer George Beverly Shea. John Carter Cash, son of John and June Carter Cash, serves as music producer.

Together with Rocky Mountain Pictures, In Service America, Interlinc and other additional marketing partners, the Billy: The Early Years marketing plan will seek to create significant grassroots traction while radio, television and newspaper advertising and promotions will work in conjunction with additional aspects of the campaign. The film launch will also encompass a number of strategic marketing elements, including more than 50 VIP screenings in key markets, a soundtrack highlighting Christian and country music artists, key events built around Graham's 90th birthday, a novel of the work published by Thomas Nelson Publishers and an upcoming home entertainment DVD release.

Nashville based Landis Entertainment & Media Partners, run by Barry Landis, will spearhead all marketing aspects of the film, in association with the distributor Solex/MATP. Landis, a long time entertainment marketer of faith-based properties for major, high level entertainment and corporate conglomerates such as Wrigley's and AT&T was also the head of companies such as Atlantic Records, Warner Bros. and KOCH Records Christian divisions, has made a solid mark on the entertainment world through his visionary accomplishments and multiple career achievements.

Producers Larry Mortorff and Martin Shiel commented, "We are extremely excited to be surrounded with such an amazing team and have tremendous confidence in their ability to market this distinguished and touching new film." Producer Bill McKay said, "Barry Landis is a blend of an entertainment strategist as well as a great wrangler and distiller of the group's ideas."

Filmed in and around Nashville, Tennessee with a 90% Tennessee crew, Billy: The Early Years made perfect use of the new incentive plan from the state of Tennessee that grants up to a 32% cash rebate. "This particular film is definitely in Tennessee's 'sweet spot'," said Perry Gibson, executive director of the Tennessee Film, Entertainment and Music Commission. "We love the subject matter and were bowled over at how the producers put together such a talented Tennessee cast and crew, as well as garnered some the top names in the Nashville music industry. We'd welcome them back anytime, they were really terrific."

For more information about the film, please visit www.billytheearlyyears.com

About Solex/MATP
Solex/MATP is distributing Billy: The Early Years in association with Rocky Mountain Pictures. The company is a formidable partnership forged between producers Martin Shiel, Larry Mortorff and Bill McKay, who have between them produced more than 50 movies and documentaries as well as programs for TV. Mortorff is known for his family films, ANDRE, the JUNGLE BOOK, TARZAN and the LOST CITY OF OPAR as well as the live action PINOCCHIO, and he and McKay produced AGAINST ALL ODDS for TBN. Mortorff also produced Christian films THE OMEGA CODE and ONE NIGHT with the KING. Martin Shiel of Solex Productions is an accomplished director and producer in film and TV. McKay also produced documentaries on some of the most famous people in the world, such as Pope John Paul, Mother Teresa, Alexander Solzhenitsyn and Ellie Weisel.

About Landis Entertainment & Media Partners
LE&MP is a veteran marketing agency focusing on strategic faith-based solutions and execution to industry leaders, connecting Nashville and the entertainment world at the highest levels, specifically in the areas of music, film and technology. In addition to film marketing, Landis runs the Christian division of KOCH Records, the largest independent distributor of music in the world and is a partner in the social networking site, Circlebuilder. Landis has also allied with Collective IQ, a merchant banking organization to provide unique access to the financial world and is the executive director of The Briner Institute, a non-profit entertainment industry think tank associated with Vanderbilt University.

For interview opportunities please contact:
Lesley Burbridge-Bates
L.A.B Media
(615) 567-6201
lesley.bates@labmediaonline.com

I see where some Christian bookstores, affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention, have removed a Christian magazine from their shelves because it has five women "pastors" of churches profiled on their cover.

In an interview, some of these women complain that the idea  that only a man can be a pastor is outdated and that they have as much a "right" to be a pastor as a man has.

The Bible is very plain as to whom the responsibility of leading a church belongs.  (I believe there were also TWO sexes back then, so the Bible certainly knew that women existed.)  But, by the inspiration of God, it was written that only men could preach.  I'm sure God has His reasons!

Of course, we all know that women are just as intelligent as men and sometimes more intuitive, but  I don't think this has anything to do with who God wants leading His church.

My point is, if we can't abide by the full revelation of God's Word, what do we have?  Do we have the liberty to pick and choose which verses to obey?

There is an old saying I heard long ago (and I'm quoting from memory) that "if you TAKE from the Bible what you LIKE and leave what you DON'T like, then it is NOT the Bible that you like, but yourself."

I just listened to Dr. Kings speech he made on the war in Vietnam.  This speach was given over 40 years ago, and it was almost prophetic in its message.  This man was way ahead of his time!  Let me tell you, that as I listened to him speak, I started to cry like I have never cried before!  I came across the link from a post that was made by "naruq" some time ago.  His post was very racist in the content, but I just want to say that I came out of it having actually learned something.  I would ask that you follow the link below, listen to the speech,which is about 22min long, and post back here.  I am interested in what everyone else comes away from it with.

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-659768469
3676918010&q=Dr+martin+l+king+jr.%2F+on+the+war&total=5
5&start=0&num=10&so=0&type=search&plindex=5

I created a web site this past Sunday where I have compiled roughly 6 weeks of study and research. I found the information I learned to be extremely fascinating and eye-opening.

I was strongly burdened to access and provide this information on a web site to share with others a very real possibility that this world, as we know it may very well soon change in a dramatic way. And it may very well happen under the radar considering all the attention given to war, oil crisis, political races, investment and mortgage company failures and weather-related disasters.

The web site is www.foundready.org and deals with the imminent return of Jesus Christ to rapture His church and the fact that it could happen very soon based on a discovery made just this year.

I invite you to view this site and would welcome your comments.

Faithful Fox News Viewer,