Alne3mat is an arabic monthly
mini-magazine (meaning Grace), is providing a free Arabic Bible software program
that runs on Arabic for Windows software (for Windows 3.1 and Win95). The program provides: 1. a selected
passage of the Sciptures; 2. a message text related to the selected passage of
the Scriptures; 3. a short story; 4. a real-life testimony; and, 5. a poem. Also,
there is a confession of faith, and a description of what Alne3mat believes.
Other sections contain talks about the four spiritual laws, "this is your
life", an envangelical cartoon, and links to other Arabic web sites.
Recommended.
ARIEL MINISTRIES [Chosen People Ministries] - NEW YORK [revised 1/99]
http://www.chosen-people.com/index.html
Now named "Chosen People Ministries" this is an evangelical Christian
organization directed by Mitch Glaser, devoted
to bringing the gospel to the Jewish people. The web page presents Chosen People
Ministries' burden for establishing outreach in the 11 key countries which
are home to more than 94% of the Jewish people. Chosen People Ministries currently
has staff in seven countries: United States, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Germany,
Israel, and Ukraine. The information provided is generally useful.
The ministry provides help for witnessing, as well as for understanding more
fully the texts of Old Testament Messianic Prophecies:
Genesis 3:1-16, 12:1-3, 49:10; 2 Samuel 7:12-13; Isaiah 7:14, 9:6-7 (9:5-6 Heb.),
53; Micah 5:2 (5:1 Heb.); Deuteronomy 18:15; Zechariah 9:9, 12:10; and, Psalm 22.
Provided are network connections to YASHAnet's extensive library, and an extensive
listing of on line Messianic connections compiled by the Shuvee Messianic
Congregation (Melbourne, Florida). There is a FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
section, which provides answers to seven key questions, as well as printed
materials which can be ordered online.
ARROWHEAD PRODUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL
http://home.ccci.org/api/
A media ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ.
API is dedicated to serving the body of Christ through the production of quality
video promotionals, documentaries, training tapes, radio programs, and interactive
multimedia presentations.
ARTFL (UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO)
http://estragon.uchicago.edu/Bibles/
Latin, German, French and English versions of the Bible are available here
with a flexible search engine.
ARTHUR BLESSITT: THE MAN WHO CARRIED THE
CROSS AROUND THE WORLD
http://www.blessitt.com/
A world filled with war, hatred, hunger, greed,
selfishness, vengeance, and so many other terrible things, we know something is
wrong! With others - with oneself. Why? The Holy Bible (a book that reveals Gods
truth to people) declares that even though God made a perfect world the first two
people Adam and Eve, they yielded to the temptation of Satan (a fallen angel who
had rebelled against God) and sinned against God. All of us have followed in their
fallen sinful ways that separates from God and leads to eternal separation from
Him to a place the Bible calls Hell. -- from Arthur Blesset's Message to the
World. The official site provides information about the man and his ministry.
Visitors can listed to a few audio messages that Arthur has prepared, or read
Arthur's Message to the World. Other files include a History of the Cross,
News Updates, Journey Photos, Interesting Facts, and Arthur's Memories).
Arthur has carried the cross through 252 countries and 7 continents, and
is closing in on the 32,000 mile mark. Now, 55 years old, he received Jesus
as his personal Saviour and Lord when he was seven. Take time to visit this site.
It will be a ministry to you. Highly Recommended.
ARTHURIAN LEGEND PAGE
http://www.collver.pagemakers.net/TArthur.htm
The Legend of King Arthur and his court at Camelot has been one of the most
enduring tales in western literature. Stories of his personal life, his knights,
and the glory of his battles have been passed down for generations. Although King
Arthur dreamed of peace and order, his life was marked with tragedy and ended in
chaos. King Arthur's wife did not love him; his best friend betrayed him; and his
own son killed him. The tale is so fascinating that each generation of writers
returns to the popular imagery of the Legend. The earliest stories of King Arthur
center on the achievements of the King and his knights in battle. Women were
minor characters, if they were included at all. They were not mentioned except
at the end of a battle, when the men needed to be treated for their injuries.
As the legend evolved, so did the role of women. -- from the introduction, The
Changing Role of Women In the Arthurian Legend, by Terra Collver, Thesis,
Concordia University (Mequon, WI), 1996. Also included are a Chronology of
Arthurian Literature, an Arthur Bibliography, and links to related internet
sites. Read, and enjoy.
ARTISTS FOR ISRAEL INTERNATIONAL
http://www.afii.org
AFII is an international group, focused on Messianic Judiaism. Involved in
Scripture translation, building a library of new materials. Former students
all over the world are using their artistic talents , all pioneers in their
respective fields, to hasten the Bias haMoshiach.
ASBURY THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY (KY)
http://www.ats.wilmore.ky.us/
Amongst the standard fare at seminary sites, Asbury Theological Seminary includes
the Asbury Herald (described in the Journals/ Newsletters section of this guide).
If one browses through the resources at the B.L. Fisher Library, one finds an
interesting digest about hte Hanna Whitall Smith Papers held at the library. Hanna
W. Smith was the founder of the Womens' Christian Temperance Union. The Chapel
offers a large selection of audio tapes available at a nominal price. Faculty
Publications include a large section of book digest by ATS Faculty members,
and, at the time of our survey, the following full text articles: Wesley
Bibliography, by Dr. Kenneth J. Collins; Renewal and Revival, by Dr. Maxie D.
Dunnam; Renewal -- The Wesley Way, by Dr. J. Steven Harper; and, two papers by Dr.
Kenneth Cain Kinghorn: Is the United Methodist Church a Confessing Denomination;
and, A Wesleyan View of the Episcopacy. Asbury Interactive includes two mailing
lists open to qualifying individuals outside of the ATS Community: The E. Stanley
Jones School of World Missions and Evangelism Mail List, and the Old Testament
Mail List. Information is provided in our the Mail-based services section of this
guide, and from the web site.
Asbury Site Index:
http://www.ats.wilmore.ky.us/masterindex.html
A Wesley Bibliography:
http://www.ats.wilmore.ky.us/wesbibindex.html
ASIA PACIFIC EDUCATION OFFICE
http://www.apeo.org/
A ministry of the Assemblies of God, USA. Online registration required.
APEO's aim is to provide assistance to the educational ministries of the
Assemblies of God churches throughout the Asia Pacific region. APEO serves
Assembly of God educational ministries in: Australia, China, Cook Islands,
Fiji, Guam, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Kampuchea, Kiribati, Laos, Korea,
Malaysia, Marshall Islands, Myanmar, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea,
Philippines, Pohnpei, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, French Polynesia, Taiwan,
Thailand, Tonga, Vanuatu and Vietnam. The site is divided into sections
containing information about APEO, access to directories, News and Events,
APEO Personnel, Bible School Resources, Church Ministry Resources, and Leadership
Resources.
ASIAN MINORITIES OUTREACH [revised 1/99]
http://www.antioch.com.sg/mission/asianmo/index.htm
Asian Ministries Outreach is an inter-denominational ministry, meaning that
they work with and on behalf of all groups and churches who love the Lord Jesus
Christ and wish to see His Kingdom spread among Asia's needy. Currently, work
progresses in six countries: China, Vietnam, Laos, Burma (Myanmar), Nepal, and
northern India. Within these six countries are approximately 1,000 unreached
people groups. Many groups who have never had a single known Christian believer
are the ultimate goal of AMO's work. Some surveys are on line and other surveys
may be ordered. AMO also makes available a bi-monthly 4-page prayer profiles on
different people groups, each highlighting the history and present needs of the
group, and so forth.
ASSEMBLIES OF GOD CHURCH (USA) [revised 1/99]
http://www.ag.org/
Official site for the Assemblies of God, USA. This is a comprehensive and
well-put-together effort, but is currently under redesign. Provided are doctrinal
statements, including official and paraphrased editions of the core points of
the Assemblies of God Church, with links to Bible verse. Several supporting
documents are available, and more theological and doctrinal text will be added.
Ministries include the Michael Cardone Media Center, which specializes in the
production and reproduction of audio and video tapes. Publications available
include ICI University's DATElines (described in the newsletters/ journals section
of this guide). Educational and Research facilities include official links to
A/G endorsed colleges, institutes and seminaries. Also provided is an extensive
unofficial listing of all known Assemblies of God networking sites, including
national sites, and special ministries. This is rounded out by a listing of other
internet sites, as well as an excellent survey of internet search utilities for
AG-NEWS, WNN-WNI news archives, and other links.
ASSEMBLIES OF GOD WORLD MISSIONS (AUSTRLAIA)
http://www.teksupport.net.au/~aogwm/
Included are an excellent selection of missions promotional material, a Prayer
Hotline, Missionary Training Program, Child Sponsorship Program, and Assemblies
of God World Relief. Mission News from Around the World includes links to various
networking sties. Other sections include Missions Video Catalogue, Youth Missions,
World Missions publications, Unreached Peoples Ministry, ACTION Program for
national pastors support, Regional, Country Information, Maps, etc., and Other
Missions Sites.
ASSOCIATE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (ARP)
http://www.arpsynod.org/
Introductory information includes a brief history of the formation of the ARP
as known today. Also provided is information regarding ARP's involvement throughout
the world, doctrinal information, it's fraternal relationships, and related
contacts. The site provides information about ARP programs, including the Board
of Church Extension, World Witness (the Board of Foreign Missions), the Board of
Publications, the Board of William H. Dunlap Orphanages, Bonclarken Conference
Center, as well as connections to Erskine College, and Erskine Theological
Seminary. Also provided at this site are important documents of the faith,
including the Westminster Conession of Faith, the Larger and Shorter Catechisms,
Form of Government, Book of Discipline, Book of Worship, and Position Statements
of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church. The Resources section provides a
list of publications that are available from the Associate Reformed Presbyterian
Church. Included are song books and histories, catechisms, minutes from the
General Synod and publications of the Board of Foreign Missions. A review of
list of paper titles published by the Board of Foreign Missions: How to Organize
a Missions Program in the Local Church; The Light Still Shines (Pakistan); From
Fear to Love (Pakistan); and, Missions Conference Planner. One may find documents
stemming from the ARP General Synod of 1996: Resolutions and Synodal Reports.
Periodicals available from the server include ARP News Update and News in Brief,
both described in the Newsletters/ Journals section of this guide.
ASSOCIATION OF BAPTISTS FOR WORLD EVANGELISM (ABWE)
http://www.abwe.org/
Determined, under God, to be a spiritually empowered family of servants
committed to glorifying Him, ABWE will follow Christ's command to preach the
Gospel throughout the world. As representatives of our sending churches, ABWE
sets forth to boldly evangelize, disciple, train leadership and establish
reproducing Baptist churches in agreement with thier doctrinal statement.
ABWE is committed to integrity, excellence, compassion and accountability until
our Lord returns. This missions organization is committed to obeying the Great
Commission and assuming all the responsibilities connected with this command, to
exercising the spirit of Christ in ABWE dealings with churches, missionaries,
donors, and critics, to the priority of the local New Testament church and its
leadership, pastors and deacons to providing faithful service for the local
churches as they send out their missionaries, to the principle of accountability
between the mission, missionaries, and supporting churches. In concert with
ABWE sending churches the organization is committed to maintaining high standards
for all ABWE personnel, to the New Testament principle and practice of evangelism,
discipling, and planting reproductive Baptist churches, to a program of church
planting that has national leadership, ownership, and stewardship in view from
the inception, to a fiscal responsibility in serving their supporting churches
and missionaries, and to do all they can to bring people to Christ throughout the
world, maintaining a biblical perspective andbalance regarding our involvement
in church planting and ministries of compassion. -- Adapted from ABWE: Who Are
We, by Dr. Wendell Kempton. ABWE's very nicely designed web site includes ABWE
organizational and contact information (refer to ABWE's E-mail Directory for
administrative contacts), brief country descriptions and activity reports in
Africa, Asia, Europe, and North and South America. Also documented on line are
Ministry Opportunities, ABWE Volunteers (The Volunteer Concept, and How
Volunteers Serve), and Planned Giving support. The New Books section of ABWE's
catalog of available publications includes detailed descriptions of books that
chronicle the experience of international mission throughout the world. Periodical
represented on line include The Message Magazine, and ABWE Family News (both
referred to in the Newsletters/ Journals section of this guide.) Recommended.
Contents Page:
http://www.abwe.org/sitemap/sitemap.htm
ASSOCIATION OF CHRISTIAN CONTINUING EDUCATION SCHOOLS AND SEMINARIES
http://www.accessweb.org/
ACCESS presents an informed voice representing theological distance education.
ACCESS provides assistance to other institutions committed to the Lordship of
Jesus Christ. Included at this site are general information about the organization,
a directory of member addresses, and a soon to be networked ACCESS Newsletter.
THE ASSOCIATION OF CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS INTERNATIONAL (ASCI)
http://www.acsi.org/
ACSI is a service organization and a mission organization, with missionary
staff overseas helping national churches establish Christan schools and helping
national Christian schools establish their ownnetworks of Christian schools
and christian educators. They serve over 110 MK schools by providing professional
development opportunities, recruiting services, accreditation services, a journal,
and a pre-field orientation program for MK school teachers and dorm parents. Over
800,000 students are represented in the schools and colleges which are members of
ACSI. Information on line includes organizational and historical information.
International Ministries includes a Prayer Guide, a Missions Coordinator Program,
a Missions Day, Student Sponsorship, and International Student Ministries,
Accreditation Services, Regional Offices (Latin America, Central and Eastern
Europe, the Commonwealth of Independent States), Services to Christian Educators,
Publications (ASCI World, Touch the World, ASCI Prayer Guide, Overseas Schools
Profiles, and Christian School Materials and Resources Translated into Other
Languages). More information is included under sections on Curriculum Materials,
Student Activities, School Accreditation and Teacher Certification, Student
Training, Legal and Legislative Support (including another newsletter),
History, and a full fledged Directory of Members.
ATHLETES IN ACTION
http://www.aiasports.org/aia/
The athletic ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ, International. AIA seeks
to reach the United States and resource the world for Jesus Christ through the
influence of sports.
Europe:
http://www.aiaintl.org/aia/
ATLANTA CHINESE CHRISTIAN CHURCH (ATLANTA, GA)
http://www.accc.org/
Reverend Jonathan Chiu, Pastor. ACCC is an active evangelical church with an
interest in many fellowships. On site are the church's weekly bulletins, both
in Chinese and in English, provided in Jpeg (image) format. ACCC's Mission
Statement, Statement of Faith, and History, and service schedule is provided.
The church also provides information about its departments and fellowships,
again, in Jpeg format for Chinese and English language readers. Also described
are other activities. The site represents a friendly church committed to the
Great Commission. Recommended.
ATTENTION-DEFICIT DISORDER ARCHIVES
http://www.enteract.com/~peregrin/add/
Steven Foust provides an excellent collection of documentation reflecting a broad
variety of concerns for Christians who want to know more about ADD. He has
contributed to the forthcoming book, _Think Fast! The ADD Experience_, published
by Underwood Press. Steven has developed a substantial archive that is easy to use
because each file is presented with a descriptive digest. Section include: Legal
Information (containing references to files dealing with your legal rights under
IDEA, ADA, and other US Federal laws, as well as court cases which have established
precedence); Educational Information (conataining information dealing with
development of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), as well as references to
help teachers and parents of school-aged children); Reference Information
(containing information on reference material, along with excerpts from selected
books and, in some cases, entire books); Medical Information (containing medical
information on ADD and information oncommonly prescribed medications); and, New
Files (which have not yet been classified.) "God is looking for someone to raise
His standard where you live. Could he be looking for you?" Recommended.
Steve's Home Page:
http://www.enteract.com/~peregrin/
B-GREEK (BIBLICAL GREEK STUDIES CONFERENCE)[revised 1/99]
http://sunsite.unc.edu/bgreek
The B-Greek Web site is associated with the B-Greek discussion list, hosted at the
University of North Carolina, resulting from the work of the Center for Christian
Study, an independent Christian ministry at the University of Virginia, and
participants of B-Greek (Biblical Greek Studies Conference). The web site provides
a searchable archive of B-Greek posts, extending back to March 1992. Also
provided is subscription information as well as a method to subscribe from the web
page. Rules and netettique guidelines for posting to the list are available as
well as the B-Greek FAQ. Also check out B-Greek webmaster Jonathan Robie's Little
Greek home page, a valuable addition to internet language resources.
Jonathan Robie Little Greek Home Page:
http://metalab.unc.edu/koine/
BACK TO THE BIBLE
http://www.gospelcom.net/bttb/
Visiting Back to the Bible on the Internet reminds me of all those times
they were there when I turned on the car radio on my way to work. If you want
to establish guidelines for steadfast care and reliability, then turn your
browsers to this site often. Back to the Bible was begun by the late Theodore
Epp and continues under the helm of Dr. Woodrow Kroll. And we will often see
references to another well-loved Christian missionary and compelling writer,
Elisabeth Elliott, associated with Back to the Bible. Their web site is loaded
with information which precludes a thorough description here, but highlights
include a first-rate Daily Devotional and archive, a section for Knowing God
(which includes information on Finding God, and Growing Closer to God. Its Media
Ministrys section will introduce the reader to Back to the Bible, Gateway to
Joy, Confident Living, and, The Bible Minute, primarily with RealAudio sound
files. Its International Ministries section describes Back to the Bible's
involvement in 13 countries, including Australia, Equador, India, Italy, Jamaica,
the Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, the UK, Russia, South America, and Hong
Kong. Detailed information is provided in its International Media Opportunities
section. Back to the Bible includes information about its International
Scholarship Fund, its National Support Fund, its Famine Relief Program and Bible/
Literature distribution projects as well as Mission Support and Back to the
Bible Monday radio broadcasts under its Missions section. At the time of our
survey this wonderful ministry was offering a download for their full-length
book, Elijah - A Man of Like Nature, by Theodore Epp. Other information
provided in their Resources section includes New Products, Special Offers, and
Featured Resources. Very Highly Recommended.
BAKER BOOK HOUSE
http://www.bakerbooks.com/
One of the best Christian Book publishers, Baker Book House comprises Baker
Books, Fleming H. Revell, Chosen Books, and Cambridge Bibles. Provided on line
is a complete list of Baker, Revell, and Chosen books, a complete list of
Academic Books, and another list of Books for Church Leaders. Baker Bytes is a
newsletter that serves to introduce products to prospective consumers. There are
audio book samples. More sections focus on featured books and excerpts, and on
bestsellers and Bibles. Highly recommended.
BANGLA BAPTIST HOSPITAL
http://www.inet.co.th/org/bangkla/
The Bangkla Baptist Hospital is a
non-profit hospital owned by the Baptist Churches Foundation of Thailand and
founded for the purpose of sharing the love of Jesus Christ with the people of
Thailand through medical ministry.
BAPTIST BIBLE FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL
http://www.bbfi.org/
Available are the Baptist Bible Tribune (described in the newsletters/ journals
section of this guide), Sermons and Stories, information on churches, colleges,
foreign missions and state fellowships, music and drama resources, and BBFI
subscriber lists. Find an extensive collection of sermons, and stories &
illustrations at this site. There are more morsals at BBFI than space in
this guide permits; check it out.
BARNABAS INTERNATIONAL
http://www.barnabas.org/
A Worldwide Ministry of Encouragement.
Barnabas International is a non-denominational mission agency committed to the
encouragement, edification and enrichment of men and women in missions, and
national pastors and leaders. Their desire to bring the biblical Good News of
Jesus Christ in word and presence in order that hearts may be refreshed to
serve the King of Kings. The staff of Barnabas travel to dozens of mission
locations each year to provide conferences, seminars, pastoral residencies,
marriage retreats, and personal counseling. The Resources section at this site
provides information about ministries conducted by BI Staff, including conferences
for mission centers, marriage retreats, family retreats and conferences,
missionary kids, women's conferences, intermission dinners, pastoral residencies,
pastor, marital and clinical counseling, discipleship, assistance with training
and equipping during furlough, liason to other ministries, and equipping U.S.
churches for missions. Publications of this ministry include Encouragement Letter
by Dr. Lareau Lindquist (noted in the newsletters/ journals section of this
guide), and other brochures, books and guides available for ordering from Barnabas
International. Information is provided about BI's Pastors to Ministers
Conference, intended for men and women providing itinerant pastoral care to
missionaries, for mission pastors, and for pastors of local congregations who
travel to visit their missionaries. PTM CareNet is an email network designed
to keep the members of the pastoral care community in touch with each other.
Once each week an email newsletter goes to each subscriber. Highly recommended.
BEGINNING RESEARCH ON A PEOPLE GROUP
http://www.pastornet.net.au/scwm/peopres.htm
A practical guide placed on World Wide Web by the Sydney Centre for World
Missions. The document explores ways of Information Gathering: Checking a group's
name and the status of evangelization; checking if a people group profile is
available on line; and general internet search on language, culture and people.
There are other sections that explore Linking and a brief note on Discipling.
Sydney Centre for World Missions:
http://www.pastornet.net.au/scwm
THE BEREAN CORNER: BIBLICAL THEOLOGY OVER TRADITION
http://www.fuller.edu/ministry/berean/
"You annul the word of God for
your tradition." -- Jesus (Mark 7:13). The aim of this page is to be a
resource for people doing the work of ministry and also to be a ministry itself.
The thrust behind the work at this site is to encourage and foster Bible
understanding by thorough Bible study in the Berean tradition (see the section,
What is a Berean?). The site is arranged under five basic sections: Berean
starting Points; The Bible -- 4 Vital Matters; Biblical Exposition; Biblical
Theology; and, Not Being a Loser. The project head is former Professor Daniel
Fuller, Fuller Theological Seminary.
BEZALEL-LEVY PUBLISHING
http://www.virtual.co.il/mall/bezalel-levy/
Bezalel-Levy designs and
produces artwork in the form of greeting cards (in packaged sets), posters,
and books. Bezalel-Levy is also the signature of Chaim Bezalel and Yonnah
Ben Levy, a husband and wife collaboration. Both are immigrants to Israel
from the U.S.A. The work at this site is very well done and affordable. Featured
on line are image files associated with the following themes: The Woman of Valour,
Wildflowers of Israel, The Print Gallery, and Blessings of Peace. One of the
wonderful things about the new technology is that just about anyone can connect
to sites in Israel with the click of a button. Bezalel-Levy is a great place
from which to obtain samples of Israel's rich artistic heritage.