2002 July
Editorial
At this point in relating the dream, Ellen White said: "We then thought of those who had not accustomed themselves to privations and hardships. Where were such now?
Daily Living
Are you still afraid of the dark today—of spiritual darkness? You do not need to fear spiritual darkness, if you understand what the Bible says about spiritual light.
Bible
Did you know that God requires our allegiance and that there is a special sign that shows our allegiance? Why, someone may ask, would there be a sign of loyalty to God?
History
America’s Twin Towers Toppling
Our Days are Numbered In the United States of America, the keepers of national security and national prosperity of the most powerful nation in the world, the Pentagon and the World Trade Center, have been attacked. We may be witnessing what could very well accelerate the shift of public trust from civil government power for ... Read more
Salvation
God gives sufficient light and evidence to enable man to distinguish truth from error. But He does not force man to receive truth. He leaves him free to choose the good or to choose the evil.
Bible
The Consecrated Way, Part V – Godliness
The piety to which Peter refers is characterized by a godward attitude, which is well pleasing to God. There are two types of godliness spoken of in the Bible. One is called a form of godliness and the other is true godliness.
Inspiration
Inspiration – Teaching From Nature
Christ employed the things of nature to illustrate divine truth. He bade them speak, that man might heed the voice of God. He used as object-lessons the flowers He had created, and the things of the animal world.
Health
Restoring the Temple – Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
We truly are "fearfully and wonderfully made," and perhaps in understanding a miniscule portion of the created, it will provide us with a greater respect for the Creator.
Nature
Nature Nugget – Feathered Jewels
Not only are hummingbirds the smallest birds in the world, many weigh less than a penny, they are also among the most colorful and are often referred to as "feathered jewels."
Food, Recipe
Food for Life – Oatmeal Burgers
"Let several families living in a city or village unite and leave the occupations which have taxed them physically and mentally, and make an excursion into the country, to the side of a fine lake, or to a nice grove, where the scenery of nature is beautiful. They should provide themselves with plain, hygienic food, ... Read more
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Signs in Society of Christ’s Soon Return
July 28–August 3, 2002 - One of the sins that constitute one of the signs of the last days, is that professed Christians are lovers of pleasure more than lovers of God. Deal truly with your own souls.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Spiritualism Influences the World
August 4–August 10, 2002 - The ancient system of magic is, in reality, the same as what is now known as modern spiritualism. Satan is finding access to thousands of minds by presenting himself under the guise of departed friends. . . .
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Signs That Deceive
August 11–August 17, 2002 - The Lord desires that every soul who claims to believe the truth shall have an intelligent knowledge of what is truth. False prophets will arise and will deceive many.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – The Final Sign
August 18–August 24, 2002 - What is the final message that is to be given to the world? Revelation 14:6–12. NOTE: "God has given the messages of Revelation 14 their place in the line of prophecy,...
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Bible Study Guides – The End is Coming
August 25 – August 31, 2002 - The world, full of rioting, full of godless pleasure, is asleep, asleep in carnal security. Men are putting afar off the coming of the Lord.
All Bible texts, unless appearing in quoted references or otherwise identified, are from the New King James Version.