2024 December
Editorial
One of the greatest joys of following Jesus is that He always tells the truth, for “it is impossible for God to lie.” Hebrews 6:18
Bible, Christian Life
The devil is a very busy individual. He mounts attack upon attack against God’s people, severely trying them until many become discouraged and want to give up. In his efforts to thwart the plan of salvation, he has attempted to discourage even God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. Yes, friends, discouragement is the devil’s business. ... Read more
Bible, Doctrine
Let Us Hear the Conclusion of the Whole Matter
Ecclesiastes 12:13, 14: “Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep His commandments: for this is man’s all. For God will bring every work into judgment,
Health
Because of our hectic lifestyles, stress is detrimental to our mitochondria; however, some stress generates new mitochondria via mild cold or hot exposure by having a warm bath, a warm and cool shower, or warm and cold mitten friction.
Inspiration
Paul wrote to the Colossians: “Ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.” The apostle here refers to the death to sin, the death of the carnal mind, and not to the death of the body.
Children's Story
Story – Judging from Appearances
In the future, remember to be polite to all you meet. You cannot judge a man by the coat he wears, and the poorest should still be treated with kindness.
Keys Storehouse
Have You Considered My Servant?
It was God who started the conversation with Satan, “Have you considered My servant Job?” Job still had some things...
Nature
Does a Squirrel’s Tail Grow Back?
Recently, a squirrel ran across the road in front of me and I noticed that it had a tail only about two inches long. I know that a squirrel’s tail is important—to the squirrel.
Series, The Mystery of Godliness
when Jesus went to Gethsemane, our sins—our sinful spiritual nature—were laid upon Him. He voluntarily accepted them. But, had His Father not intervened, our sins and nature would have killed Him
Series, Songs We Love
Born in Ireland in 1838, William J. Kirkpatrick came into this world with a song in his heart. A choir director, organist, lyricist, and composer for all of his adult life, William is credited for writing many of the beloved hymns we still sing today. Many poems from the pens of others were set to ... Read more
Recipe
Recipe – Garden Herb Cheese Spread
Herbs From oregano, to rosemary, to parsley, to mint, it’s no secret that herbs are good for you. But it may be surprising just how much nutrition is in herbs. Fresh herbs specifically are some of the most nutritious greens out there. When compared, ounce for ounce, herbs contain much more concentrated nutritional benefits than ... Read more
Bible Study Guides
December 29, 2024 – January 4, 2025 - “So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.” Genesis 1:27
Bible Study Guides
January 5 – 11, 2025 - God would have our families symbols of the family in heaven. Let parents and children bear this in mind every day, relating themselves to one another as members of the family of God.
Bible Study Guides
January 12 – 18, 2025 - “The church is God’s appointed agency for the salvation of men. It was organized for service, and its mission is to carry the gospel to the world.”
Bible Study Guides
January 19 – 25, 2025 - Baptism is a sign of our commitment to Christ. From this time on, as members of His body, what is implied in our commitment to one another? Galatians 6:2, 10; 1 Thessalonians 5:11; Hebrews 10:24, 25
All Bible texts, unless appearing in quoted references or otherwise identified, are from the New King James Version.