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Author: Laurette
Pass the Fried Okra, Uncle Sam!
Think kids hate their veggies? Seems grown-ups aren't much better. That's how things look based on a report by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention). It doesn't seem as…
Jesus Still Walks and Talks with His Disciples
Many of us are familiar with the historical account of the risen Lord Jesus speaking with two of His followers on the Road to Emmaus, found in the 24th chapter…
Meet the Hindu Founder of "Christian Yoga"
The “Father of Christian Yoga” was Hindu? Do you think so-called “Christian Yoga” is something new? I'll admit that I did when I first heard of it — but it goes…
Why Yoga is NOT for Christians (the short form)
Yoga is extremely popular in the fitness world, and many wonder if it has a place in Christian Fitness. Is there such a thing as “Christian yoga” or a “Christian…
Who Put the DIE in the Diet Soda?
(As heard on AFR 2/11/11 – Laurette with Crane Durham on “Nothing But Truth”) Just when you thought it was safe to enjoy a little carbonated beverage now and then,…
"Who Told You That You Were Naked?" Genesis 3:11
Talk about an unusual word from the Lord! I was meditating on this scripture during my prayer time the other day, and realized it has relevance for all of us…
Down-Under Solutions to Childhood Obesity
Alarming Statistics: 100% of American Adults predicted overweight in 40 years if current trends continue Today: 65% of Americans are overweight (58 Million). Out of those 58 million, 40 Million are Obese and…
Indoor Games and Fitness Fun for Children
SEE: New: Power Promises Walking Workout Need some ideas to keep your children occupied when the weather outside is frightful? “Train up a child in the way…
Sweet and Dangerous
HFCS – High Fructose Corn Syrup. Sweeter than sugar and piling on the pounds. A major contributor to weight gain is a sweet little additive known as HFCS (high fructose corn…
Word for 2011
An unusual – and encouraging – word for 2011: Beware the Leaven. Instead seek Heaven. And – EXPECT MORE from God (of the exceedingly abundantly above all-you-can-ask-or-think variety!). * What…
White Bread Wrap...er...RAP
I've been asked to post the fun rap I did yesterday on Crane Durham's “Nothing But Truth” show on American Family Radio. The Rap is in response to these 2…
Thanksgiving Power
I was blessed to meet Christian Neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf last week. I'll be interviewing her for the Oasis Radio Network on Dec. 7. I took 18 pages of notes…
Ex-Yogi Counters “Yogaphobia” Claims
PraiseMoves Founder Answers Christianity vs. yoga debate. Press Release Summary: Laurette Willis, former yogi and founder of PraiseMoves (“The Christian Alternative to yoga”), agrees with Southern Baptist Theological Seminary president…
PraiseMoves in Wall St. Journal
I received a bit of a surprise the other evening. We were on our way home from Tulsa, having attended the Guts Church yearly evangelical outreach for teens – Nightmare –…
Faith and Fitness Work -- new study shows
78% increase in activity level! Women who combine faith and fitness have greater results than women who follow just fitness alone, according to a new study. Faith-Based Exercise from ABC…
Yoga is NOT for Christians - Southern Baptist Leader
Rev. Albert Mohler of Southern Baptist Seminary says that Christians who practice yoga “must either deny the reality of what yoga represents or fail to see the contradictions between their Christian commitments…
Christian Meditation: What Is It?
Now Available! Christian Meditation is “Soaking in the Psalms!” . Click here for a sample of Christian Meditation 3-piece program with some of the most beautiful, anointed “soaking” music and…
Benefits of Cardio Training (Physical & Spiritual!)
Comments? I’ve identified the number of comments we’re looking for in order to have a PraiseMoves DVD giveaway. Comment below on any of the blog entries and you will automatically…
Power in Praise
Here's a great true story about the power of praising the Lord. Rev. A. E. Wunder was led by God to visit a young pastor and his family who…
