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Thursday March 22, 2007

Film: This site has a list of the web’s best free documentaries. You’ll have to choose with care, of course, but it looks like there are some good ones there.

Media: 8 of 10 Americans agree that there is too much sex, violence and profanity on TV.

Conference: I have updated the list of Reformed conferences. There are a lot coming up in the next few weeks!

Church: Benny Hinn’s organization is laying off employees because they are going to outsource their call center, including the prayer request line. Click here and scroll down.

Du Jour: In case you missed it, this article by Piper is a must-read.


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