"Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you." --Matthew 7:7

Every verse of the Bible contains a wealth of knowledge, wisdom and understanding for any serious student of God's word -- and Matthew 7:7 is an excellent example, as we learned yesterday at the Christian Music Hour at Care-age of Brookfield. Here, preacher extraordinaire Chris Carrillo blessed us with a 15-minute exploration of this verse, answering such questions as these:

• Does God hear the prayer of an unbeliever?
• What should we be asking for?
• Why do we need to continue seeking Him even after we're saved?
• Should we keep "knocking" if He doesn't seem to be responding? 

If you'd like to hear this important message, here it is: 

Then, to listen to more of Chris's Care-age messages, simply enter Carrillo in the search field above, and follow the links. You'll be richly rewarded! 

(If you're reading this via email, please click on the title above to be taken to the original post; here, you'll find the audio.)

A 12-year Danish study of 1000 healthy joggers aged 20 to 86 tells yet another tale about how to extend your life: "A light jog a few times a week may help you live longer, a new study from Denmark suggests. In contrast, running too hard may have drawbacks." 

Publishing their findings in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, the researchers found that "those who jogged strenuously were just as likely to die during the study period as those who were sedentary."

So the pendulum of the latest scientific knowledge swings back once again. But never fear: A year or decade or century from now, there'll no doubt be another study ascribing long life to high-speed, pavement-pounding marathoners.  

What's missing from the ever-changing brilliance of modern secular science? Just this singular fact, noted by King David in one of the many psalms he wrote to the Lord: "And in Your book they all were written, The days fashioned for me, When as yet there were none of them" (Psalm 139:16b).

This is why secular science's solutions for extending our longevity are doomed to fail. The truth is that we each have a divinely scheduled appointment with death. And nothing can possibly change it -- not even all the medications or diets or exercise regimens the world can possibly dream up.

But here's the best news: You will live forever. The only question is whereyou'll spend it. 

So if you haven't done so already, why not take some time today to plan your destination for all eternity?  

In case you missed the promotions on this one-night-only event, here are the details courtesy of the Creation Science Society of Milwaukee; to see the trailer, scroll down:

"We almost never send out a newsletter for any reason other than to promote our engagements and keep our ministry base informed regarding upcoming events and initiatives.

"This is a rare exception...

"There is a movie coming-out this month that will be in select theaters across the country for only one night. It addresses a very important question... 'Is Genesis History?'  In most cases, something like this would be produced by skeptics or fairly liberal religious organizations that have a low view of the authority and inspiration of Scripture.  In this case, it is the opposite. It is hosted by Del Tackett who you might know if you saw the powerful DVD series entitled 'The Truth Project.'

"What exactly happened 'In the beginning...' and in the time that followed? Throughout most of history, Genesis was considered an accurate and reliable record, but over the past 250 years, it has become one of the most controversial books of all time. Events highlighted -- including the Creation of the universe in six days, the existence of the real Adam and Eve, and a global Flood dstroying the world -- are now questioned by many ... including some Christians. Where can reliable, well-researched answers be found?

"IS GENESIS HISTORY? is a comprehensive documentary featuring scientists and scholars looking at the world and explaining how it intersects with the history recorded in Genesis. From rock layers to fossils to lions to stars, this fascinating film will challenge and change the way you see the world.

"Showing in theaters as a one-night event on Thursday, February 23 only, IS GENESIS HISTORY? shines new light on our origins, providing a positive argument for Biblical Creation and the Flood. Dr. Del Tackett, creator of 'The Truth Project,' serves as your guide—hiking through canyons, climbing up mountains, and diving below the sea—in an exploration of two competing views … one compelling truth." 

​Click here to find a theater near you