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June 29, 2009

	Talking sheep and goats: Not an afterlife documentary Most people see Jesus' Parable of the Sheep and Goats as a picture of the Last Judgment, with well-behaved sheep sent to heaven and evil-doing goats sent to hell. Bert Gary discusses this aspect of the parable -- while Greg Albrecht discusses another lesson in this month's PTM Partner Letter (see below).
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	In the July PTM Partner Letter -- “If you did it for one of the least . . . you did it for me” In the Parable of the Sheep and Goats, God calls calls on those who have accepted his love to point the way to the same life-giving Source who has given us the true Bread of life.
	Experiencing the Word Online!  PTM's popular Bible course is on the PTM website -- and it's FREE!
	Conversations About Jesus  A new audio ministry is here -- as part of Christianity Without the Religion -- designed especially for the young and young at heart!
	This week's Plain Truth radio schedule Plain Truth radio offers biblically based insight -- insisting on the basic, core teachings of Christianity -- while asking if the gospel is getting lost in religion. Plain Truth radio is all about the main and plain teachings of Jesus Christ. If you can handle the truth, listen to Greg Albrecht on Plain Truth radio. Greg Albrecht is a voice -- not an echo!
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	What does the Bible say about purgatory? Is there any evidence in the Bible to support the idea that some souls of the dead need to be "purified" in the flames of a demi-hell before entering heaven?
	Speaking in tongues Is tongues-speaking, as practiced by modern charismatics and Pentecostals, a gift of the Holy Spirit, or is it merely some kind of emotionally addictive experience?
	The end is here -- again?! “Three Weeks in June -- A Discussion of End Times Prophecy.” is here! Don't miss this special three-part series in which Greg Albrecht and British scholar, author and pastor Stephen Sizer discuss “end times” prophecy and answer our readers' questions. Click here to listen to all three installments.
	Get your copy of Greg Albrecht's newest book-- Unplugging From Religion . . . Connecting With God In this new book from PTM, Greg Albrecht offers vital help for those who are or have been shackled to legalistic religion -- and who are ready to transition to the freedom of God’s amazing grace. Unplugging From Religion… Connecting With God gives readers courage, confidence and faith to break free from the tyranny of religion and accept the intimate relationship God offers. To see a video and learn more about Unplugging From Religion . . . Connecting With God or to order a copy click here.
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	And in conclusion -- 40 Years Later: The seven children in The Sound of Music

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