Scotts Hill pastor Phil Ortego, right, challenges college worker Matt in the Cross Point Center.

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Biblical Recorder

Phil Ortego came from a world filled with rituals, risk and religion, but rarely relationships.

J.D. Greear speaks at the recent prayer conference.

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Biblical Recorder

People looking for secrets to personal and church success at the "Revive Us Again" Great Commission Prayer Conference in Cary March 14-15 were simply directed to the Bible they carried in with them.

A painting by Paul Gustave Dore depicts the Crucifixion. St. Dismas, the ``Good Thief,'' is traditionally depicted on Jesus' right, while Gestas, the unrepentant thief, is traditionally depicted on his left.

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When Deacon Ken Finn is counseling prisoners, he often tells the story of St. Dismas.

PLANO, Texas - For Prestonwood Baptist Church, being good stewards of the earth also means saving some money in the process.