2015 August
Editorial
After the judgment is over, the whole universe will enter a period of rest. It is exciting to look forward to. Will you have a part in it?
Salvation
Isaiah uses clothing as a symbol of character. “We are all like an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are like filthy rags.” Isaiah 64:6. We are in desperate need of a change of clothing.
Bible
Jesus is the living water, a fountain that is opened up for the one who thirsts. Only those who want it will be satisfied.
Salvation
The Gospel in the Great Controversy
Once Wesley had a personal experience with God, he had the desire to share, and that must be your desire. You must have a true burden for souls.
Current Events
Current Events – Marriage and Sabbath Polluted
...the Supreme Court rules that the Constitution guarantees the right of same sex marriage, Pope Francis continues in his world-wide campaign of unifying the churches under the banner of Rome.
Keys Storehouse
Keys to the Storehouse – Broken or Crushed
“To those who believe, Christ is the sure foundation. These are they who fall upon the Rock and are broken."
Inspiration
Inspiration – Danger of Reading Fictitious and Infidel Books
Never feel that you are strong enough to read infidel books; for they contain a poison like that of asps. They can do you no good, and will assuredly do you harm.
Question
Question & Answer – Who else besides Judas sold the Lord?
Balaam also sold his Lord. Both Judas and Balaam sold their souls for money even though they both claimed a relationship with their Lord.
Health
Health – Minerals our Body Needs
Calcium is one of the most important minerals in the body for building the bones and teeth. It soothes the nerves thus decreasing nervousness.
Bible
Lord’s Prayer Series – The Lord’s Provision
Our first requirement is for our daily bread, not what we need for next week or next month, or even for tomorrow, but that we will have what we need for today to sustain our physical and spiritual lives.
Children's Story
Children’s Story – Who Made the Bad Bugs?
“He’s a bad bug, isn’t he, Mother? Why did God make bad bugs?” asked Betty Lou.
Food
Food – Watercress – The Poor Man’s Bread
Watercress is also an excellent source of vitamin A, flavonoids, and anti-oxidants like ß carotene, lutein and zea-xanthin.
Recipe
Watercress Soup 3 Tbsp. olive oil 4 cups water 2 cups chopped onion 3–4 cups fresh watercress, chopped with stems 1 cup chicken flavored broth 1 tsp. salt or to taste 1 lb. potatoes, cut into chunks In soup pot, heat oil and sauté onions over medium heat until soft—about 5 minutes. Add the ... Read more
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Lessons from a Grievous Mistake
August 30, 2015 - September 5, 2015-“Flattered by the prospect of exercising supreme authority, Rehoboam determined to disregard the counsel of the older men of his realm, and to make the younger men his advisers.”
Bible Study Guides
September 6, 2015 - September 12, 2015-“The prayer of Asa is one that every Christian believer may fittingly offer. We fight in a warfare, not against flesh and blood, but against principalities and powers, and against spiritual wickedness in high places. (See Ephesians 6:12.) In life’s conflict we must meet evil agencies that have arrayed ... Read more
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – King Hezekiah
September 13, 2015 - September 19, 2015-“Hezekiah came to the throne determined to do all in his power to save Judah from the fate that was overtaking the northern kingdom."
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Lessons From a National Default
September 20, 2015 - September 26, 2015- “The children of Israel were taken captive to Babylon because they separated from God, and no longer maintained the principles that had been given to keep them free from the methods and practices of the nations who dishonored God."
All Bible texts, unless appearing in quoted references or otherwise identified, are from the New King James Version.