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ADVANCE
Launched by Foursquare founder Aimee Semple McPherson, Foursquare's flagship periodical has been a respected Christian publication for generations, since its inception in 1917 under the label Bridal Call, through December 2008 when the publication ceased printing. The magazine has been renamed several times through the years--becoming Foursquare Crusader, Foursquare Magazine and, in 1964, Foursquare World Advance--but the vision to serve Foursquare churches, members and friends of Foursquare has remained the same and kept current with the times. While the magazine is no longer in print, the editors of Advance are now publishing content weekly at www.foursquare.org/headlines.
2008.4th Quarter
Viewpoint | |
 | The Grandest StageWhen I was a kid, I wanted to change the world. And so, of course, I became a magician. I bought a kit with all the essentials--cape, hat and wand--built a makeshift stage and sold tickets to my friends in the neighborhood. read more |
Family Matters | |
 | Let's Chat: Chris Tomlin"How Great Is Our God," "Indescribable" and "The Noise We Make" are just a few of the songs best-selling worship leader Chris Tomlin has made popular. Tomlin released his fifth studio project, Hello Love, this fall, and took some time to tell Advance some of his thoughts on worship. read more |
 | That's Entertainment: PenelopeOnce upon a time, a girl was cursed, before she was even born, to have a pig nose. read more |
 | That's Entertainment: Hidden SecretsSome friends with wide-ranging backgrounds and beliefs are reunited when their friend Chris commits suicide. read more |
 | That's Entertainment: Nim's IslandNim (Abigail Breslin) lives an unusual life. Because her mom died when she was very young, the girl lives with her dad on an island where she is homeschooled and doesn't just read about seals and sea turtles--they are her friends. read more |
Kids Korner | |
 | God's Wonders in Nature: Really Cool CavesGod created all kinds of underground caves. Some have water, some get a little sunlight, some have animals living in them--and some are as cold as ice. read more |
 | Comin' Round the MountainWhat can you both ski down and climb up? A mountain, of course! Mountains are very tall, usually over 2,000 feet tall. read more |
Hang Time | |
 | The Christmas AdventureAs Jesus' birthday rolls around again this year, so do the gifts, the Christmas parties, the Christmas vests (cringe) and the delicious Christmas goodies. 'Tis the season for much fun, family and merriment! read more |
 | 5 Questions With Family Force 5Eccentric rockers Family Force 5 burst onto the musical scene once again with their latest release, Dance or Die. The album includes over the top, often humorous, illustrations with a fusion of musical styles that range from club grooves to grunge. read more |
Features | |
 | The Church That Changed a CityThose who wonder if the church is relevant in today's world haven't met Pastor Eric Bahme or visited his revolutionary congregation in Portland, Ore. What follows is the amazing story of how one man's dream and God's purposes came together in a way that has changed lives and impacted a community. read more |
 | A Place of Rest, Healing and EmpowermentWhen people come to CrossPointe for the first time, they almost always mention being impressed by the renewal and restoration that has happened to the facility and the peace they feel throughout the campus. read more |
 | Looking to the FutureThe vision of our movement and the heart of our president, Pastor Jack Hayford, are committed to the absolute non-negotiable health of our leaders. As the leader goes, so goes the ministry! read more |
 | Where Do Pastors Turn for Help?The purpose of Center for Spiritual Renewal is to come alongside to support, strengthen and serve those we value—our Foursquare ministers. read more |
 | To Whom Honor Is DueMore than ever before, The Foursquare Church is focusing on ways to support, strengthen and serve the leaders who sacrificially give their lives in the service of God and others. read more |
Past Thoughts/Present Times | |
 | Present Times: The Pursuit of HappinessAs Americans, we hold to the ideal that we are entitled to an existence marked by "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness." Our nation's Declaration of Independence boldly asserts the chase of what makes one happy as an "unalienable right." read more |
Hot Topic | |
 | I Dare You!Do you really want God to use you? Then get out of your religious box and into the places people really live. read more |
Your Church | |
 | Tony WurstMy name is Tony Wurst, and this is my beautiful wife, Amy. We are part of Horizon, a Foursquare church in Seattle pastored by Doug and Ellen Heck. read more |
Look.Listen.Learn | |
 | Trusting in the Names of God: Drawing Strength From Knowing Who He isA book review of Trusting in the Names of God: Drawing Strength From Knowing Who He is by Catherine Martin read more |
 | Cast of Characters: Common People in the Hands of an Uncommon GodA book review of Cast of Characters: Common People in the Hands of an Uncommon God by Max Lucado read more |
 | Muslims, Christians, and Jesus: Gaining Understanding and Building ConnectionsA book review of Muslims, Christians, and Jesus: Gaining Understanding and Building Connections by Carl Medearis read more |
 | The Cell's Design: How Chemistry Reveals the Creator's ArtistryA book review of The Cell's Design: How Chemistry Reveals the Creator's Artistry by Fazale Rana read more |
 | A Heart Like YoursA review of the CD: A Heart Like Yours by SONICFLOOd read more |
 | Make Some NoiseA review of the CD: Make Some Noise by Krystal Meyers read more |
 | One LifeA review of the CD: One Life by 33Miles read more |
 | Peace On EarthA review of the CD: Peace On Earth by Casting Crowns read more |
 | This Glorious ChristmasA review of the CD: This Glorious Christmas by Annie Moses Band read more |
 | Hymned AgainA review of the CD: Hymned Again by Bart Millard read more |
Ask Anything | |
 | Agenda-Free ChristiansA non-Christian friend of mine directly asked: "Why do Christians always have an agenda?" He's kind of right. How should I answer him? read more |
 | Spicing Up My Prayer LifeDo you have any suggestions for spicing up my prayer life? I know a good Christian should pray, but honestly, I really struggle with it. read more |
Legendary Moments | |
 | Personal Reflections (Part 3)In part three of a series from Sister Aimee's memoirs highlighting significant personal moments, this issue we present the story of her first physical healing as she prayed for an individual in Corona, Long Island. read more |