2004 August
Editorial
In this column last month, the attack by former Seventh-day Adventist ministers on the 1843 (later corrected to 1844) message of William Miller was introduced. We there briefly discussed the meaning of prophetic endorsement.
Prophecy
Parallel Prophecies of Daniel, Part I
The prophecies in Daniel are parallel. However you interpret these prophecies, remember they are parallel prophecies, and everything has to fit. Daniel 2 has to fit; Daniel 7 has to fit; Daniel 8 has to fit; and Daniel 11 and 12 have to fit.
Salvation
The Robe of Christ’s Righteousness
What is this wedding garment? It is the robe of Christ’s righteousness, but this man did not think it mattered whether he had on the robe or not. He thought that if he praised God and said he believed in Jesus,...
Evangelism
If we have that burden for souls, we will start bringing people out of the darkness of error into the marvelous light of Christ. What a responsibility we have! “God cannot pour out His Spirit when selfishness and self-indulgence are so manifest;...
Christian Life
We can only have it as we abide in Jesus day by day. Our daily devotions are especially for the purpose of our becoming more like Jesus.
Daily Living
The Power of Speech, Part VIII
[Editor’s Note: This article continues a compilation of counsel given to strengthen and encourage anyone who is struggling through a crisis caused by the “Power of Speech.”] What is one time when we should not speak? “God lives and reigns, and if you take hold of His work cheerfully and willingly, He will bless and ... Read more
Children's Story
Children’s Story – God Will Take Care of You
As I cared for a little bluebird that needed extra food for his brood, God takes care of me, and He will take care of you. We serve a mighty God!
Inspiration
The Pen of Inspiration – The Influence of the Truth
Truth is elevating and uplifting. Those who receive the truth in earnestness and sincerity bear fruit, which shows that the entire life is changed. But many who claim to believe the truth are no honor to the truth because they are not sanctified by it.
Health
Restoring the Temple – Why Not Meat?
While you might be a vegetarian or a vegan, you probably know many people that are not. Do you know what to tell them when they ask, “Why not meat?”
Question
Ask the Pastor – How to Deal with Angry People?
Question: How do you deal with a person who loses their temper every time you try to discuss certain issues in order to clear up problems? I have been distressed about this for some time. Is there any easy way to relate to such a matter?
Nature
Nature Nugget – Salmon Migration
There are five species of Pacific salmon: Chinook, Chum, Coho, Pink, and Sockeye. Pacific salmon are anadromous, meaning they spend part of their lives in freshwater and part in saltwater.
Christian Life
Some day these scarlet robes we wear Shall turn to lily white, And all these crosses that we bear Will change to crowns so bright.
Food, Recipe
Food for Life – Better ‘N Burgers
“The Lord has shown me that Sabbath-keepers as a rule labor too hard, without allowing themselves change or periods of rest. Recreation is needful to those who engage in physical labor, and is still more essential for those whose work is principally mental. It is not essential to our salvation nor for the glory of ... Read more
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – The Time of the Domination of Modern Babylon
August 28, 2004 - September 3, 2004 - For how long would modern Babylon exercise dominion over God’s people and law? Daniel 7:25. note: “ ‘Power was given unto him to continue forty and two months.’ And, says the prophet, ‘I saw one of his heads as it were wounded to death.’
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – The Message of the Sanctuary and Its Cleansing
September 4, 2004 - September 10, 2004 - As a people, we should be earnest students of prophecy; we should not rest until we become intelligent in regard to the subject of the sanctuary, which is brought out in the visions of Daniel and John.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Daniel’s Prayer and the Explanation of the 2300 Days
September 11, 2004 - September 17, 2004 - The 2300 days had been found to begin when the commandment of Artaxerxes for the restoration and building of Jerusalem, went into effect, in the autumn of b.c. 457. Taking this as the starting point, there was perfect harmony in the application of all the events foretold ... Read more
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – The Review
September 18, 2004 - September 24, 2004 - Why did righteous Daniel confess sin? What blessing came as a result? When does the time period of Daniel 8:14 begin? Therefore when will it end? What preparation is demanded of us who are living in such times? See Daniel 9; Malachi 3:1–3.
All Bible texts, unless appearing in quoted references or otherwise identified, are from the New King James Version.