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Whether referenced as Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday, Yew Sunday or Branch Sunday, the Sunday before Easter each year is a solemn, important observance for Christians around the world. The tradition of Christians carrying palms on Palm Sunday is associated with Jesus' followers covering his path with palm fronds the day he entered Jerusalem, the week before his death and resurrection. As palm leaves are carried into homes, Christians are declaring the choice to accept Jesus as the King and ruler of lives and families.

One night I dreamed a dream. I was walking along the beach with my Lord. Across the dark sky flashed scenes from my life. For each scene, I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand, one belonging to me and one to my Lord.

On February 10, believers around the world will observe Ash Wednesday, which opens the Season of Lent, a special time of fasting, repentance and prayer. Falling just 46 days before Easter -- the celebration of Christ's resurrection -- Ash Wednesday emphasizes two specific themes: our sinfulness before God and our human mortality. In turn Lent officially ends on Holy Thursday, the fifth day of Holy Week (the week leading up to Easter) that marks the Last Supper.

What would be your final words to this world? Sara "Gitz" Frankl, the blogger behind Gitzen Girl was made homebound by a rare, terminal autoimmune disease that caused her chronic, horrific pain. After years of various health struggles and before she died at age 38, she recorded many concepts about faith that still inspire others. Her testimony lives on through The Sara Gitz Frankl Memorial Foundation and a book by her friend Mary Carver called "Choose Joy."

Christmas is a time of festivities, from the glittering lights to the beautifully-wrapped presents under the tree. But amid all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it’s easy to forget that this day commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, the savior of the world.

The Christmas season has started and everyone is busy preparing for the coming of Jesus Christ. An annual event celebrated to observe the birth of our Savior, Christians around the world savor the occasion by gathering together. Families and friends who spent the entire year apart are coming together to enjoy the holiday season and share their blessings.

Christmas delight may not come readily, naturally or automatically for all people. But, award-winning writer, editor and speaker Bob Hostetler said he believes everyone can "pray their way" to Christmas joy. He was the co-founding pastor of Cobblestone Community Church in Oxford, Ohio. He shares three suggestive prayer types for this holiday season.

Christmas cards can be one of the most time consuming aspects of Christmas. While a box of cards at least takes the hassle out of trying to pick one out, it can also seem somehow generic. However, box cards can be personalized with a sentence or two about a special event that the family shared together such as trimming the tree, going to a community light display or Christmas concert, a Christmas movie that the family enjoyed together, Christmas vacation activities or some other special excursion. Christmas cards can also be personalized with favorite Bible verses that highlight this special season. Below are a few ideas to consider:

Looking for a way to personalize and make Christmas cards even more special this year? Writing or adding biblical verses on the inside of cards shares inspiration, and uplifts both the sender and receiver.

What’s a desperate, hurting soul to do when life is completely out of control? Cling to Jesus, suggests inspirational speaker Micah Maddox. "If you know Him, He’s already with you. Right there, in the midst of the uncontrollable, He knows every single detail of your struggle. He is an anchor that does not budge. When everything else changes, Jesus is a constant."

If they could sell the public on the idea, many retailers would probably have the average person believing that Advent is about Christmas shopping. Especially since the number one complaint about the Christmas season is crowds and long lines. These things can be enough of an annoyance that they can make families forget why Christmas is even celebrated and make many traditions seem empty and meaningless.

While many Thanksgiving observers circle tables and voice personal reasons for which they are grateful, some may be searching for more direct ways to incorporate prayers into the blessing of meals this year.

The coming of Jesus Christ into the world is marked by the celebration of Christmas. Prior to this glorious occasion, though, Christians mark the days of His coming by commemorating the Sundays of Advent. Throughout these Sundays, the members of the Church celebrate and observe the events that led to the birth and eventual manifestation of Christ's humanity. Christians discuss the Old Testament prophecies, which shared that the King of kings will be arriving soon.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it's important to remember that God is good, and He is our refuge - even amid the most devastating of situations. Here are ten verses - in no particular order - that can help you express your gratitude to God for His protection, grace and faithfulness.

In a world with so much pain and suffering, the hopelessness in the capacity of mankind to still look forward to a better tomorrow is slowly diminishing. As people struggle every day to survive every roadblock and challenge on the way to a joyful and meaningful life, it seems that the world is intent in crushing every bit of optimism. During these trying times, it is best to look to the Bible for inspiration. As we strive to make sense of the sadness and trials in our lives, the Bible offers passages that could lighten our load and help us see the light at the end of the tunnel. Here are biblical verses about hope and heaven.

One of the most significant values that the Bible imbibes among Christians is faith. Without faith, the whole foundation of one's beliefs would be shaky at best. Faith is the glue that binds the believers of the Church as it provides every member of the community a common ground - that is, everyone believes on the teaching put forward by the Bible. Hand in hand with faith is love. Christians have been taught to never deny love to anyone who needs it, regardless if the person is a stranger, a friend or even an enemy. Given the sacrifices of the Lord for the rest of mankind, we must strive to keep our faith strong and our love tenacious.

Using his celebrity for God's glory, Charlotte Hornets point guard Jeremy Lin continues to extend spiritual support to fans and encourage them to intercede in prayer for one another via his year-old online prayer group.

Heaven is a far more glorious place than all the new worlds discovered by the most powerful telescope man deploys in space to explore the universe, said well-known Christian Evangelist William "Billy" Graham.

In honor of this Independence Day, The Gospel Herald has compiled the top inspirational quotes and songs for you to enjoy as you take a moment to thank God for the freedoms U.S. citizens enjoy today, and for the many blessings He has bestowed on our great nation.

According to U.S. Census, there are an estimated 70.1 million fathers. While mothers are placed in a higher pedestal in today's society, Father's Day is nevertheless the nation's fifth largest card-sending holiday. On this special day to honor your father, dad-in-law, son-in-laws, and granddads, The Gospel Herald has listed out several key Bible verses that may help you jump starting your card writing and gift ideas (listed below).

This Father's Day, include one of these Bible verses in a card for your father, grandfather, or father figure to let him know how much he means to you.

This National Best Friends Day, let your best friend know how much he/she means to you with one of these special Bible verses about friendship.

This coming Sunday, May 24, Christians around the world will celebrate the Pentecost. While not as well-known as Easter or Christmas, the day of the Pentecost is a significant day in the life of a Christian, because it marks the giving of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the early church.

Ascension Day marks the the 40th day of Easter, and commemorates Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven following his death and resurrection, as recorded in the passages found in Luke 24:50-51 and Acts 1:8-11.

Mother's Day is just around the corner, and is a special day when we celebrate the beauty of motherhood and take time to appreciate our individual mothers and mother figures. This Mother's Day, include one of these Bible verses on your card or gift to make your mom feel even more special.