http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb en-us http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb ActiveKB NX webmaster@iblp.org Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:25:42 CST 20 http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/2/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/2/ Courtship: A Father’s Role guiding children through the journey of finding a life partner God has given my wife and I four lovely daughters. When the time was right, they each learned about ... Information Services Wed, 28 Nov 2007 11:06:42 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/5/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/5/ The Key to Homeschool Survival running the race with patience When we first heard about ATI, we were thrilled! Then we saw the brochure. That well-groomed, happy faced family sitting around ... Information Services Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:17:35 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/6/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/6/ In the Muddle of a Mess keys for organizing the home The house was a mess. The kids had made toy creations with the babysitter the night before, and now they were strung from one end of the ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:16:20 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/8/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/8/ Work Under Your Authorities When someone is ordered to do a task rather than asked to do it, there is an instinctive reaction to the request because of an inherent resistance to expending energ ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 25 Sep 2007 13:56:52 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/9/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/9/ Overcome Negative Thoughts think on what is true, honest, just, pure, and lovely Many people are tempted in this area, but Scripture tells us, “In thy [God’s] presence is fullness of joy; at ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:04:27 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/13/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/13/ Regaining Surrendered Ground repentance and restoration after the bondage of sin We are told in Ephesians 4:27 not to “give place to the devil.” The word place refers to an area of jurisdict ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:06:04 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/20/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/20/ Establish a Ministry Mind-Set developing a joyful place of ministry for family and others Reaching out to others and seeking to help those in need are important aspects of a Christian’s life ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:18:22 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/24/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/24/ Accepting God’s Assignments finding success through surrender Not long after reaching high-school age, I began to dread the questions my relatives, friends, and acquaintances frequently aske ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:15:54 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/34/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/34/ Encountering the Unexpected: Physical Challenges facing ongoing medical needs and finding God in the midst of pain My wife and I began our marriage with excitement, looking forward to servin ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:21:56 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/35/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/35/ Resting in the Master’s Hands learning to thrive in God’s will When I was younger, I dreamed of doing something important with my life. When ATI newsletters arrived in the mail, I pored over ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 25 Sep 2007 13:53:43 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/36/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/36/ From Ashes to Beauty how God is transforming a marriage and family Did you know there is a gift more costly than platinum and diamonds, and yet everyone can afford to give it? In time, it wi ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:23:58 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/37/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/37/ From Darkness Into Light deliverance from the deception of New Age thinking On January 1, 1983, Marci and I posted our New Year’s resolutions on the wall. We had set goals in several areas o ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:24:36 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/40/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/40/ Sharing Jesus’ Love With the Poor honoring people who are extra special to God Our family was privileged to invest seven years in a Muslim country in northern Africa. As we assisted translat ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:20:28 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/41/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/41/ Discerning God’s Purpose in Birth Defects facing the refining fire of unexpected trials Kay and I met as young people, and after two years of dating, we married. We both wanted to follow the ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:27:35 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/42/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/42/ Living Demonstrations of God’s Love learning to minister through God’s strength Do you ever look back over the years and find yourself marveling at something amazing that God has done? If so ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 31 Oct 2007 16:43:13 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/43/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/43/ Character Qualities transformation into the character of Christ The Greek word for character is charakter. It is translated in Scripture as the “express image.” According to The Complete Wor ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 25 Sep 2007 15:52:35 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/45/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/45/ Leading Your Children to Self-Acceptance building trust in your Designer Practicing self-acceptance is a key to teaching children to accept themselves. When your children see that you accept ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 27 Sep 2007 14:35:03 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/46/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/46/ Understanding Financial Freedom discover God’s plan for money True financial freedom involves understanding and applying God’s principles for handling money. God’s Word mentions money more t ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:13:22 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/47/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/47/ How to Write a Four-Part Testimony communicating how God has worked in your life No one else has had the unique set of experiences that God has given to you. However, many people have had si ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:25:46 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/48/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/48/ Tips for Writing a Four-Part Testimony guidelines to keep in mind as you share with others Here are a few basic guidelines to keep in mind when writing your own four-part testimony. 1. Have ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:24:45 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/49/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/49/ Understanding Five Life Roles become a successful person, provider, proclaimer, partner, parent There are five basic roles in life that each person can fulfill or help others fulfill. These ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:28:23 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/52/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/52/ What Is a “Rhema”? Scripture for personal application Logos—The Word of God There are two primary Greek words that describe Scripture which are translated word in the New Testament. The fir ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:41:00 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/53/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/53/ Request Protection and Accountability The strongest innate tendency of a man is the instinct to protect. Men will fight to protect that which they love and for which they are responsible. Tell ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:31:52 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/57/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/57/ We all want quick solutions to our problems. We want to be free of the pressure caused by problems and conflicts, but God wants to use that pressure to lead us to spiritual maturity. We need to ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:43:12 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/58/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/58/ Understand and Apply Scripture live according to the Word of God All Scripture must be diligently studied and accurately applied. The Bible says, “Study to show thyself approved unto God, a ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:45:50 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/59/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/59/ Deepen Friendships Through Creative Questions sharpening conversational skills One key to beginning and building friendships is the ability to ask good questions. By learning to use question ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:48:56 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/60/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/60/ Friendship understanding four levels of friendship Friendships are important to God because of the tremendous influence they hold over our lives. We often make many decisions based on the co ... Ruth Gulbranson Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:00:16 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/61/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/61/ Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen? how to avoid the trap of bitterness Have you ever wondered, Why did God let me suffer that injury? lose my job? have a car accident? forget that appointme ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 29 Jan 2008 10:26:13 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/62/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/62/ Keys to Discovering the Benefits of Suffering how to obey four “impossible” commands When we face disappointment and pain, how can we continue to trust God, give Him thanks, and choose to re ... Ruth Gulbranson Fri, 05 Oct 2007 12:30:16 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/63/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/63/ How Suffering Prepared a Leader the story of Joseph How would you respond if your family despised you so much that they arranged for you to be sold to a slave trader? How would you feel if y ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 02 Oct 2007 15:09:56 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/64/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/64/ The following testimony was given by a man who attended a counseling course and shared insights he found when he asked the question, “Why did God let a bad thing happen?” I came to know the Lor ... Ruth Gulbranson Fri, 05 Oct 2007 12:31:44 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/65/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/65/ A woman shares some of the benefits she experienced because God allowed her to suffer with the challenges of loneliness. 1. God used it to turn my attention to Himself. God used my childhood l ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 02 Oct 2007 16:32:47 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/66/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/66/ The following testimony is given by a man who attended a counseling course and shared insights he found when he asked the question, “Why does God let bad things happen?” Like most young people, ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 16 Oct 2007 15:38:53 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/67/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/67/ A thirteen-year-old girl was very bitter toward her stepfather. She believed that he showed favoritism toward others in the family. He also displayed anger toward her on many occasions, which hu ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 16 Oct 2007 15:54:18 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/68/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/68/ Help Others Discover the Benefits of Suffering viewing hurts from a Biblical perspective When expectations are unmet or a tragedy occurs, most of us react with frustration and anger. We want ... Ruth Gulbranson Mon, 22 Oct 2007 16:31:42 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/69/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/69/ Losing a job is rarely seen as a good thing, especially since financial pressures can cause tremendous tensions in a marriage and family. When someone loses a job, he or she may have a tendency ... Ruth Gulbranson Mon, 22 Oct 2007 16:34:44 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/71/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/71/ Becoming an “Energy-Giver” sharing God’s endless love with others An energy-giver is someone who loves God with all of his heart and therefore turns to love his neighbor as he loves himself. ... Ruth Gulbranson Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:40:42 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/72/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/72/ Stand Alone for Truth upholding righteousness for the glory of God As a believer, it is likely that some time during your life you will be challenged to stand alone—to be in a situation that ... Ruth Gulbranson Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:13:18 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/75/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/75/ How Fathers Can Protect Their Sons and Daughters guard them from temptation As a father, you are the spiritual leader and protector of your family. Your own obedience to God is a key factor ... Ruth Gulbranson Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:36:53 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/82/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/82/ How a Young Boy Chose to “Stand Alone” a first-grader rejected evil and upheld righteousness A first-grade boy was in a public school classroom with twenty-eight other children. When the Hal ... Ruth Gulbranson Fri, 16 Nov 2007 15:26:31 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/83/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/83/ How a Young Girl Chose to “Stand Alone” a nine-year-old wisely rejected exposure to the occult Ashley* was invited to a friend’s home for a slumber party, along with eighteen other nine-year ... Ruth Gulbranson Fri, 16 Nov 2007 15:26:59 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/84/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/84/ Engraft God’s Word Into Your Life the importance of meditating on the Word of God Have you experienced the futility of trying to produce spiritual fruit by your own efforts? If you redirect ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:04:47 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/85/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/85/ Tips for Scripture Memorization successfully store God’s Word in your heart Memorization of Scripture equips you for daily meditation on God’s Word. It makes meditation possible anywhere, an ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:18:31 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/86/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/86/ Investigate Scripture With Key Questions observe, interpret, and apply God’s Word In Scripture meditation, your goal is to understand the passage as well as possible. To thoroughly investiga ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:19:32 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/87/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/87/ Discover Scripture’s Meaning research God’s Word to gain key insights A key to engrafting God’s Word into our lives is deepening our understanding of it by studying passages of Scripture, un ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:21:10 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/88/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/88/ How to Meditate on Scripture letting the Word of God dwell in our lives The words of Scripture are living words. (See Hebrews 4:12.) They contain eternal wisdom held in the shell of human wo ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:23:55 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/89/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/89/ Apply God’s Word to Your Life the most challenging and critical step of meditation As you meditate on a passage of Scripture, ideas about how you can apply its truth will come to your mind. ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 28 Nov 2007 12:19:48 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/90/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/90/ How to Use a Scripture Meditation Worksheet document your studies and insights into God’s Word The Scripture Meditation Worksheet is a tool you can use in your study of God’s Word. It provid ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 28 Nov 2007 14:17:24 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/91/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/91/ Studying Scripture With Online Resources Many Web sites offer valuable information to assist you with a study of Scripture. Below are descriptions of several Web sites that we have found to b ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:26:55 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/92/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/92/ Rewards of Scripture Meditation success, wisdom, faith, fellowship, and victory The Lord offers a host of rich rewards for those who meditate on His Word, including success, wisdom, faith, f ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 28 Nov 2007 15:58:24 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/93/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/93/ Differences Between Eastern and Biblical Meditation emptying the mind vs. filling the soul with truth Today there are many forms of meditation, particularly those associated with Eastern rel ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:29:05 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/94/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/94/ Hear God’s Voice how does God speak? People everywhere yearn to hear God’s voice. Is God speaking to us? Is it possible to hear His voice? Does God want us to hear His voice? How does God sp ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:32:41 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/95/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/95/ Scripture Meditation realizing, reflecting on, and responding to God’s truth The Bible offers numerous insights into Scripture meditation. Learning what God’s Word has to say about it is ess ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 29 Nov 2007 15:37:51 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/102/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/102/ How to Conquer Discouragement steps to victory When you are discouraged or depressed, what should you do? Should you sit around and wait for God to act, or is there something you can do to r ... Ruth Gulbranson Mon, 07 Jan 2008 13:08:37 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/105/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/105/ Basic Needs of Today’s Youth equipping parents to love their teenagers Many parents and their children, especially their teenagers, are angry, frustrated, confused, and hopeless. Youth often ... Ruth Gulbranson Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:55:42 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/127/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/127/ Evidences of Financial Bondage identifying pressures that arise from the love of money Whether through inner struggles with covetousness, small purchases beyond our income, or overwhelming p ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 06 May 2008 13:50:23 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/153/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/153/ Making Family Devotions a Reality a father takes the responsibility to lead For years I wanted to consistently lead my family in times in God’s Word, teaching my children Biblical truths and ... Ruth Gulbranson Fri, 08 Aug 2008 15:12:10 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/163/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/163/ Symptoms of Slothfulness recognize the development of a sluggard God knows our hearts, and He warns us to guard them with diligence: “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 23 Oct 2008 16:17:35 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/164/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/164/ How to Conquer Slothfulness develop the disciplines of diligence The reproofs for slothfulness are painful: “The way of the slothful man is as a hedge of thorns . . .” (Proverbs 15:19). Yet, ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 20 Aug 2009 11:08:31 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/165/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/165/ Be Committed to Diligence putting your heart into it Diligence is the opposite of slothfulness. It is the dedicated fervency God calls us to invest in each task that we perform. “Whatsoever ... Ruth Gulbranson Mon, 20 Oct 2008 14:35:28 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/166/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/166/ No One Can Serve Both God and Money insights from the failure of Biblical characters Loving God requires wholehearted commitment: heart, soul, mind, and strength. If we resist God’s control ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:24:09 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/170/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/170/ How to Build Sales Resistance avoid purchasing overpriced, overrated items One key to living in financial freedom is the ability to make wise purchases. Consider the following points and ask ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 09 Dec 2008 15:37:58 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/171/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/171/ Get the Best Buy carefully evaluate each purchase Financial responsibility requires that we consider the value of money, prepare a sensible budget, and make wise investments. When the time c ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 09 Dec 2008 15:48:12 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/172/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/172/ Making Your Home a Ministry Center for your family and for others One of the most traditionally valued environments is the home. Men go to war to fight for hearth and home, but sadly, many n ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:35:53 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/177/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/177/ Read Psalms and Proverbs in a Month deepen your prayer life and gain wisdom The Books of Psalms and Proverbs divide nicely into daily readings that correspond with the dates of the month. Th ... Ruth Gulbranson Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:24:45 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/178/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/178/ Ideas for Family Devotions tailor devotional routines to meet your family’s needs Many parents wonder what they should do during family devotional times. There are no simple answers, since e ... Ruth Gulbranson Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:25:44 CST http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/185/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/185/ Home: A Worship Center caring for the spiritual needs of your family We often think of the home as a place in which basic needs are met, especially the physical needs of food, rest, and shel ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:56:00 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/186/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/186/ Home: A Productivity Center using skills to meet needs with diligence and efficiency In many homes today, entertainment is the top priority. This is unfortunate, because a focus on entertain ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:21:53 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/187/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/187/ Home: A Health Center pursuing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness Harmonious family relationships and an orderly home significantly increase the health of family members. Wh ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:17:01 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/188/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/188/ Home: A Learning Center teach your children God’s commands, basic skills, and life perspectives Wherever people are, learning happens. The home is an especially important place of learning, ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:13:35 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/189/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/189/ Home: A Hospitality Center welcoming family, friends, and neighbors In Scripture, we are challenged to be “given to hospitality” (Romans 12:13). This focus begins with an attitude of welcome ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:57:52 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/196/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/196/ The Benefits of Using an Accounting System why it is worthwhile to keep financial records Maintaining an effective accounting system is an investment in your future and in the welfare of you ... Ruth Gulbranson Tue, 18 Aug 2009 09:28:52 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/229/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/229/ Understanding Cycles of Riches and Poverty learning to be content at all times Riches and poverty are not permanent conditions in the life of an individual, family, or nation. They are varia ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:59:08 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/230/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/230/ Two Ways to Get Riches beware of the way that leads to destruction When it comes to getting rich, many people are advised to do whatever it takes to get what they want. Instead of patiently ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:05:15 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/231/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/231/ Four Purposes for Moneyprovision, direction, fellowship, and demonstration Do you look to money to provide you with security, establish your independence, or equip you to exercise power and ... Ruth Gulbranson Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:13:30 CDT http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/237/ http://ati.iblp.org/ati/supportlink/kb/questions/237/ Help Your Husband Be a Spiritual Leader following, respecting, and encouraging your husband’s leadership In Scripture we find a model for the complementary roles of a husband and wife. The m ... Ruth Gulbranson Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:12:07 CDT