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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Curing the Itch Mites
We have just posted a new podcast called Curing the Itch Mites. The title comes from an attack of the itch mites that happened to most of the people who attended Mark and Vanessa’s wedding...Wednesday, August 20, 2008
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Living Waters Q&A--Part 2
Here is Part 2 of the Q&A last Friday at Living Waters:Wednesday, August 20, 2008
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Living Waters Q&A--Part 1
We wrapped up the week at Living Waters Bible Conference in Maine with a time of questions and answers. Today and for the next several days, I’m going to post some of the questions along with brief...Tuesday, August 19, 2008
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Godly Predictability
Take a lesson from an ancient prophet who passed a tough test without breaking a sweat.Monday, August 18, 2008
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John Edwards and Us
When it comes to sin and covering up, we're all pretty much in the same boat.Sunday, August 10, 2008
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Cannon Beach Q&A, Part 2
Here are a few more questions from the Friday morning Q&A at Cannon Beach. My comments are in bold type.Friday, August 8, 2008
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Cannon Beach Q&A
During my week at Cannon Beach, we devoted the Friday morning session to questions from the audience. They could either write their questions down or ask them live. Here are some of the questions...Thursday, August 7, 2008
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"Pray for China" Wristbands
Voice of the Martyrs and China Aid Association have produced a wristband that says “Pray for China” in English and Chinese. As the Beijing Olympics are only days away, the eyes of the world are on...Saturday, August 2, 2008
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The Shack, Part 4: Eat the Meat, Throw Away the Bones
So where are we at the end of all this? Don’t believe every word that “Papa” says in “The Shack.” I would not be honest if I didn’t give that warning. Some of it—maybe even a lot of it—is good....Saturday, July 19, 2008
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The Shack, Part 3: God in the Dock
I have no doubt that Christians are a large part of the audience for The Shack. I wonder what’s going on here. Have we decided that if the book strengthens our faith, we can overlook other issues...Thursday, July 17, 2008
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The Shack, Part 2: Lemme Know How That Works Out
Imagine Dr. Phil talking to the author of The Shack, and a "crazy dream" about Jesus riding a motorcycle. What does it all mean?Wednesday, July 16, 2008
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The Shack, Part 1: Some Preliminary Observations
I don’t propose to write a full-scale review, but I do want to offer some comments both on the book and its popularity. Clearly the author has touched a chord with many people. I’m wondering to...Tuesday, July 15, 2008
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The Blood of Jesus vs. Our Sins
I found this quote (originally put in the form of a question) from John Bunyan a great comfort to my soul.Sunday, July 13, 2008
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You Can Reach a Prodigal Too Soon
Sometimes in our attempt to reach out to the prodigals we know, we can intervene too soon. We may think that someone has hit rock bottom when they are still scheming a way out of their problems.Friday, July 4, 2008
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Lie Low and Exalt Christ
On Monday night Don Lough shared the advice he received from Howard Hendricks when Don was named as the next Executive Director of Word of Life. The advice is a powerful admonition for every pastor...Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Cold in Alaska
Last Wednesday I had the unique pleasure of giving my testimony at the MEF Bible Conference in Colorado Springs. Although I came to faith in Christ 39 years ago, I have rarely told the story.Sunday, June 29, 2008
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This Side of Heaven
Yesterday a dear friend went to heaven. I find myself happy and sad. But if I think about it—and I do need to consciously work it through in my mind, I am more happy than sad.Sunday, June 22, 2008
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Giving Hope to Those Facing Death
A friend asked me for a blog entry on a very important topic: "Write a blog entry for me (and everyone who is facing death for someone that they love). Tell me what the Scriptures are that you read...Friday, June 20, 2008