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29 September 2008
New Radio Series! Battle for Purity!
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Christians and the Internet

22 Jun 2007
Steve Ensley's informative presentation in Michigan at the new headquarters of the American Decency Association on Christians and the Internet.
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Loaves & Fishes
We know scripture, but do we really hear what is being said. I take a look at some verses that have long blessed me and I hope you as well.

Image or Identity?
In these days of sound-bites, high glamour and public fame, are we focused more on our image or our identity?

Thanks and Thanks Again!
Good health is something many of us take for granted until we lose it.

No Immunity Here!
What happens when well known Christians fall? Steve shares and gives some practical advice for those in the Christian limelight as well as the rest of us who call ourselves, "followers of Christ".

See You at the Pole
You'll enjoy this column from guest writer, Nancy Pruett

Don't Get Caught
Steve checks his speed... as he passes the patrol car.

Got any Sand in Your Teeth?
Sound like a strange question, but if you don't you probably know someone who does.

Tribute to my Best Friend
Steve shares the difference between real and virtual Relationships. A great reminder for all of us.

He Who Hesitates is Lost
You've heard it said, "timing is everything". Those who bought shares of a little company called Microsoft in the 70's know that. Steve's points out that saying doesn't apply to just finances, but life.

He Should Have Stayed off the Roof
No one likes to think about our own weaknesses or the weakness of our family members. Steve's latest column causes us to take a good look at our Internet habits and our pride to determine whether or not we have put ourselves in harms way.

Thinking About Buying A New Computer?
Even if you are not thinking about it, this is great information for the day when you will need a new one.

Healing on the Internet
Steve passes along an article from our good friend Dr. Bill Curnow, illustrating more of the Internet's good side.

The Internet and Dealing with the Trials of Life
Steve explains how the Internet can be "a tool that God uses to bring us aid and comfort, for example in a medical crisis." Read about how a recent visit to the doctor reminded Steve of that, first hand.

Ah Chooo !!! or "Oh no! You Got The Virus Too!"
Some practical advice on what to do about a computer virus.

Book Him Danno
From 33,000 ft, Steve reflects on how great a tool the net can be for the business or vacation traveler. All that's missing is the little bag of complimentary peanuts.

The Big Time Stealer
Steve challenges you to take a look at your Internet habits in the home and the work place. Are you stealing from your boss? Are you stealing from your family? Join us as we take a closer look at how, as Christians, we should control our online time.

Ya da ya da ya da!! Chat Rooms!!!
Steve takes a look at the good, the bad and the ugly of Internet Chat Rooms and why this may be the most dangerous area of the net.

A State of the Internet Report
Warning: The statistics may alarm you. Is there hope? Is there an answer? Yes!

About the Author Steve Ensley is Executive Director of AFO (AFO) which was originally founded by the American Family Association in 1998. AFO is a Christian Internet Service Provider (ISP) that offers a filtered full service Internet and also a Filter-Only option. The mission of AFO is to help protect families and marriages by providing safer access to the Internet. AFO does this by providing access to the good material and by filtering out as much harmful and destructive material for it's subscribers as technology and human ability can deliver.

The American Family Association, headed by Dr. Donald Wildmon and founded in 1977, has years of experience in battling pornography and other destructive materials. With over 200 radio stations and affiliates in 34 states, the AFA has stood in the gap to help protect our families from the destructive forces of pornography and Hollywood.

Steve is available for speaking and can be reached for questions at the following:

850-362-6180 x100 Voice . 877-320-7460 FAX . sensley@afo.net