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February 1, 2010

	The curse which holds Haiti hostage In what seemed to be an attempt to explain the devastating earthquake in Haiti televangelist Pat Robertson remarked that the poverty stricken country was paying the consequences for a centuries-old pact with the devil. Why do he and others proclaim a God of vengeance? What motivates these religious guys who seem to see themselves as the last line of defense, as moral policeman, soldiers in “God’s army,” to warn everyone that God will eventually come unhinged and curse us?
	Christianity Without the Religion . . . at any specific geographic location. Christianity Without the Religion (CWR) comes to you where you are-- a fresh, new approach to weekly worship. CWR is ready when you are! Here's just a sample of what you'll experience with CWR.
	A new PTM web ministry -- Free From Gravity Join us for a NEW resource -- Free From Gravity is an interactive site featuring a lively and challenging blog hosted by PTM's newest addition, Paul Angone. Get ready for some honest, authentic conversations about faith, Christ and grace, as well as PTM books, resources, videos and many other features.
	In the February PTM Partner Letter -- the Religious Road Christians today stand at a crossroads -- will we choose the popular, well trodden path or will we choose the road less traveled? Find out more in Greg Albrecht's February PTM Partner Letter.
	A new book from Greg Albrecht -- Spiritual Soup for the Hungry Soul With a collection of 48 inspiring messages, in nearly 400 compelling pages, this is the most substantial of Greg’s books to date. Your spiritual appetite will be piqued with rich and satisfying Christ-centered meals -- a feast of food for thought, with a special emphasis on God’s love and grace. To see a video and learn more about Spiritual Soup for the Hungry Soul or to order a copy click here.
	CWR -- Christianity Without the Religion on Facebook!   CWR has its own group page on the popular global social networking website Facebook.
	New CWR video -- Slumdog Millionaire The Academy Award-winning movie Slumdog Millionaire tells the story of a young man from the slums of Mumbai, India, who wins the Indian version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Join Greg as he considers the rich spiritual lessons in this powerful story.
	Conversations About Jesus  Join us for this exciting audio ministry -- part of Christianity Without the Religion -- designed especially for the young and young at heart!
	This week's Plain Truth radio schedule Plain Truth radio offers biblically based insight -- insisting on the basic, core teachings of Christianity -- while asking if the gospel is getting lost in religion. Plain Truth radio is all about the main and plain teachings of Jesus Christ. If you can handle the truth, listen to Greg Albrecht on Plain Truth radio. Greg Albrecht is a voice -- not an echo!
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	Is the God of the Bible a myth borrowed from the Canaanites? Ancient Israel borrowed more than a few religious traditions from their neighbors, the Canaanites, beliefs and practices that the prophets railed against. But was the God of the Bible borrowed from paganism as well?
	Does God force us to do his will by cursing us with sickness and rewarding us with health? Some believe that God has a specific plan for each of us -- and if we don't figure out what it is and submit to it, he will smite us into submission.
	How religion counterfeits happiness The Happiness Mentality prevalent today in so many churches is intended to buoy sinking emotions. In reality it makes people callous to suffering -- rendering them incapable of real, Christ-like empathy.
	A webcast interview with Greg Williams Greg Williams is the host of PTM's audio ministry Conversations About Jesus. Join Greg Albrecht and Greg Williams to discover things you didn't know about about being Christ-centered and living a Christ-centered life. What does it mean to have Christ as the center of your life?
	Win a book! Every week in the PTM Weekly Update, we offer our readers the chance to win a book, CD or other resource. See last week's winners and find out what the new offers are.
	And in conclusion . . . Plain Truth writer's daughter auditions on American Idol

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