Shamans tend to be men {Women have more of these abilities in their natural state and require less altered consciousness.}, though women also can become shamans; some women shamans are extraordinarily powerful. In some cultures, shamans are involuntarily chosen by the spirits; they realize their calling in a transformational experience, often a serious illness that brings them close to death {For example Damion Brinkley of today.} and is self-cured. In other cultures, persons with natural shamanic gifts are selected at a young age, trained and initiated.

David was a great King who had ruled Israel with an iron hand for 40 years. But, time had caught up with him. Things the old king use to do, he could not do anymore. And so, the hell hounds came out of the cracks and crevices.

Vanity - it’s easy to mask, easy to forget, and easy to justify. We hide it behind dignity and poise. The sins connected to this weakness aren't quite as severe as those associated with pride, gluttony, and lust. But it can eventually lead up to some serious problems. And it can keep us from becoming an instrument of Christ...

The inescapable fact of the matter is that by ourselves, we cannot do what is right. We just do not make the grade. Knowing the rules whether they are golden or silver, do not make us able to obey them. We keep on falling into a trap called sin.

Have you ever had tried to find out the meaning of your dream using a dream dictionary? It's frustrating huh? Here's some tips on how to make sure the dream dictionary you're using - whether online or offline - is going to be useful.

Those five words are from a song that I remember hearing a long time ago. It may even be the song’s title. I dunno. For those of you who don’t speak casual English, the word “teejus” can be translate...

The time we spend on earth is very short when you consider the scope of the universe. Often, we don’t see the big picture and get lost in the details. What is our purpose in the few years we have?

I have, in my opinion, the world's perfect job. Just look at the evidence. I love people and I love God. I love talking to people about God and I love talking to God about people.

Ever felt that you were simply drifting through life with no direction and no control of your circumstances. Well, find out how to take control of your life and stop drifting like a summer breeze.

Wouldn't it be really cool if all you had to do is ask for something and then it is yours? Well, you can. Let me show you how.

I have a big mouth. If you have read my testimony, you know that I have struggled with panic attacks and an anxiety disorder that most of the time left my tongue paralyzed when it came to simple thin...

Miracles are possible for everyone. Once you accept the possibility of miracles, a simple seven-step process will enable you to start producing them yourself. You can transform your life by becoming a miracle worker.

What could be a scary thought for some? How bout' this--The thought that as a Christian you can do whatever you want......scary?

In Corrogue I am coming to my senses. This morning it is a wet and windy Sunday morning. Each Sunday morning is an extended morning of rest. It is a morning of practice. I practice slowly coming to my senses. It is a morning in which I practice deep caring for the body and the soul. This is a practice of awareness of the sensationalism of life moment to moment. We are beings of the senses.

Do you ever say to yourself: “I can’t do such and so, I’m just not that type”? In one arena or another we all do, and these beliefs we hold about ourselves govern almost every aspect of our lives.

When night shifts are also stressful, health problems can multiply. Fortunately, there are ways to counter the effects of working the night shift.

There are many components that need to work together in order for your self protection plan to be effective. Not surprisingly, most martial arts instructors and self defense experts concentrate on the physical skill necessary to protect yourself. Of course, that seems reasonable, right?

What if you could feel more grounded and centered during almost any interaction? Well here is a ridiculously simple yet effective method that can allow you to feel more grounded and centered even during times of stress and chaos.

To use the stress management tools to the fullest you first need to understand what stress is? Stress is caused when you are thinking too much about a particular thing or situation.

Everybody thinks California living is stress-free. You and I know that is not true, but some time at San Jose spas can make it seem like it is.