Dr. Ray Pritchard
Dr. Ray Pritchard is the president of Keep Believing Ministries, in Internet-based ministry serving Christians in 225 countries. He is the author of 31 books, including Stealth Attack, Fire and Rain, Credo, The ABCs of Christmas, The Healing Power of Forgiveness, An Anchor for the Soul and Why Did This Happen to Me? Ray and Marlene, his wife of 47 years, have three sons-Josh, Mark and Nick, three daughters-in-law--Leah, Vanessa, and Sarah, and ten grandchildren. His hobbies include biking, surfing the Internet, and anything related to the Civil War.
Author, Speaker, President of Keep Believing Ministries
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Angel Tree
Because of Angel Tree the world seems like a better place tonight.Wednesday, December 24, 2008
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Christmas IQ Quiz
Take this 21-question test to see how well you know the real Christmas story.Tuesday, December 23, 2008
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Twenty Ways to Challenge Cafeteria Christians
Clearly we’ve got a lot of “cafeteria Christians” who pick and choose what doctrines they will believe. What can we do about it?Monday, December 22, 2008
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I'm Glad Rick Warren Said Yes
I’m glad Barack Obama invited Rick Warren to pray at the inauguration, and I’m glad Rick Warren said yes.Saturday, December 20, 2008
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Lace Up Your Boots and Get Back to Work
I tell pastors who struggle with discouragement, “You’re not in a good position to judge your own effectiveness.”Friday, December 19, 2008
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Why Grace is Hard to Accept
We fight against the doctrine of grace because it forces us to confront two very difficult truths.Thursday, December 18, 2008
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A Remarkable Vatican Sermon
How do you explain the gospel to people who have lost the true meaning of sin? Without conviction of sin, why would anyone come to Christ?Wednesday, December 17, 2008
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Don't Go Public Too Soon
I was asked about church discipline for a young adult who has made some very bad moral and spiritual choices. The question was, When does 1 Corinthians 5 come into play?Tuesday, December 16, 2008
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Christmas in Two Words
How would you capture the essence of Christmas in just two words?Friday, December 12, 2008
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Let's Read the Bible in Church
Whatever happened to the public reading of Scripture in our worship services?Thursday, December 11, 2008
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Sixteen More Christmas Sermons
Here are four Christmas sermon series. Feel free to use this material in any way that might be helpful to you, including sermon preparation or in Bible studies.Saturday, December 6, 2008
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28 Christmas Sermons
Here are twenty-eight Christmas sermons. You are welcome to use this material in any way that might be helpful to you as you prepare your heart for the celebration of our Lord’s birth.Friday, December 5, 2008
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Prayer for a Marriage on the Brink
A few days ago I received the sad news of the impending divorce of some friends we have known for many years. When I was asked to offer a prayer for them, this is the prayer that came to my heart.Thursday, December 4, 2008
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Steve Tanner's 25 Days of Christmas Music
My good friend Steve Tanner reminded me that once again he is sponsoring 25 Days of Christmas Music. Here is his explanation:Monday, December 1, 2008
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Do What You Do
During a few free moments on Thanksgiving Day, I read Quiet Strength by Tony Dungy, head coach of the Indianapolis Colts. One phrase repeatedly pops up in the book, so much so that you eventually...Friday, November 28, 2008
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New English-Chinese Podcast
Several weeks ago I spoke for the 100th Anniversary service of the Chinese Bible Church of Oak Park, IL. The podcast contains my message in English plus the Cantonese translation by Mr. C. W. Chan.Tuesday, November 25, 2008
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Thanks for Nothing
Are you getting low on gratitude? Try thanking God for didn't happen to you.Tuesday, November 18, 2008
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Put Marriage in Your Church Constitution
If you believe the Bible teaches that marriage is the God ordained union of one man and one woman, put it in your constitution. Add it to your Statement of Faith so that there can be no ambiguity...Friday, November 14, 2008