2016 August
Editorial
“Antichrist, meaning all who exalt themselves against the will and work of God, will at the appointed time feel the wrath of Him Who gave Himself that they might not perish but have eternal life."
Doctrine
This judgment message was taught by God’s prophets and has been the subject of many Bible writers since the beginning of time. “Now Enoch, the seventh from Adam, prophesied about these men also, saying, ‘Behold, the Lord comes with ten thousand of His saints, to execute judgment on all, to convict all who are ungodly ... Read more
Doctrine
The Christian race is open to all; and the crown bestowed at the end is not of perishable leaves, but one that is eternal and undefiled.
Doctrine
In a material sense man is a thinking machine. Thoughts evaporate from a healthy brain like light from a burning lamp. They flow involuntarily, and are fed from the surrounding elements in which we live.
Current Events
Current Events – Brexit and Prophecy
Britain is one of the three biggest contributors to the Union. Their departure will leave a huge vacuum at its heart. Prophecy has foretold that there will not be another united Europe and all attempts at union will fail.
Keys Storehouse
Keys to the Storehouse – Now or Never
Today is the day to make our decisions. Tomorrow is not ours and it may never be ours.
Inspiration
Inspiration – Like a Grain of Mustard Seed
"...the mustard seed was to grow and spread forth its branches throughout the world. When the earthly kingdoms whose glory then filled the hearts of men should perish, the kingdom of Christ would remain, a mighty and far-reaching power."
Question
Question & Answer – How Does the Salt Lose its “flavor” (Matthew 5:13)?
“The savor [flavor] of the salt represents the vital power of the Christian—the love of Jesus in the heart, the righteousness of Christ pervading the life. The love of Christ is diffusive and aggressive."
Health
We can hinder our immune system by having a bad lifestyle, or we can help our immune system by having a good lifestyle.
Children's Story
Children’s Story – Cornelia’s Jewels
Cornelia had many friends, and she enjoyed having her friends visit her. Even kings often sat at her table. She was a charming hostess, and her friends were happy to come to her house and be her guests.
Food
Food – Parsnip, A Cousin of the Carrot
Parsnips look like an anemic version of their cousin, the carrot. The parsnip’s starchy root, however, is one of the most nourishing in the whole carrot family.
Recipe
Recipe Carrot-Parsnip Mash 6 medium peeled parsnips ½ tsp. salt, optional 6 medium carrots, washed or peeled Place peeled parsnips and carrots in a pot of water. Bring to boil and simmer until tender. Drain, mash and season. Or, in the alternative: You may cut parsnips and carrots into chunks, boil and drain. Or cook ... Read more
Doctrine
Facing Life’s Judgment Day Unafraid!
“The books of record in Heaven, in which the names and the deeds of men are registered, are to determine the decisions of the judgment.”
Salvation
Sermon on the Mount Series – The Peacemakers
The reward for being a peacemaker is the highest of all privileges. Jesus said that those people will be called the children of God.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Listening Without Doubting
August 28, 2016 - September 3, 2016-“Our faith must rest upon evidence, not demonstration. Those who wish to doubt will have opportunity; while those who really desire to know the truth will find plenty of evidence on which to rest their faith.”
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – A History of Listening to God
September 4, 2016 - September 10, 2016-“Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not” (Proverbs 8:33).
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Jesus Hears His Father
September 11, 2016 - September 17, 2016-"Instead of poring over the learned lore handed down by the rabbis from century to century, Jesus, under the Divine Teacher, studied the words of God, pure and uncorrupted, and studied also the great lesson-book of nature."
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – “Speak, Lord”
September 18, 2016 - September 24, 2016-"When you become learners in the school of Christ, you will have the simplicity and meekness of little children, and will be willing to counsel with your brethren and sisters, and will pray earnestly for help from God. Your ears will then be opened, and you will be enabled ... Read more
All Bible texts, unless appearing in quoted references or otherwise identified, are from the New King James Version.