2015 June
Editorial
Editorial – Testing Our Teachings
If we only understood the evil of this spirit of intolerance, how we would shun it! We join ourselves to the enemy of God and man when we accuse our brethren, for Satan was an accuser of the brethren.
Church
In all the letters to the churches, only to the Philadelphian church is given the promise of divine keeping power in the time of trouble. But remember, even within this faithful church, the true church,...
Bible
Prayer is addressing the mind to God, the Fountain of wisdom, the Source of strength and peace and happiness. Prayer includes acknowledgment of the divine perfections, gratitude for mercies received, penitential confession of sins, and earnest entreaty for the blessing of God, both for ourselves and for others.
Bible
True Education Series – Wrestling with a Lion
“The system of education established in Eden centered in the family. Adam was ‘the son of God’ (Luke 3:38), and it was from their Father that the children of the Highest received instruction."
Current Events
Current Events – Global Sunday Push
There is a continual push from all quarters of the world to close down trading on Sunday. Under the guise of economic reasons or promoting better family relations, ...
Keys Storehouse
Keys to the Storehouse – The Tree in Your Life
When God created Adam and Eve, He placed them in a garden home where everything was provided for their happiness and well-being. It was for their protection that to eat from the tree of knowledge of good and evil was prohibited.
Inspiration
Inspiration – Standards of Success
O that every one might realize that he is the arbiter of his own destiny! Your happiness for this life, and for the future, immortal life lies with yourself.
Question
Question & Answer – Explain Type and Anti-type of the Earthly Sanctuary
God presented before Moses in the mount a view of the heavenly sanctuary, and commanded him to make all things according to the pattern shown him.
Bible
Lord’s Prayer Series – Surrender Your Will
Three times He prayed, “Father, if it is Your will, remove this cup away from Me; nevertheless not My will, but Yours, be done.” Luke 22:42.
Children's Story
Children’s Story – Seeds and Johnny Appleseed
“Would you like to hear a story about a man who was named after a certain kind of seed?” The children looked puzzled, and mother added, “His first name was Johnny.” “Is it Johnny Appleseed?”
Health
Health – Pomegranate – Superfood
Pomegranate juice, with its high levels of anti-oxidants, protects healthy cells from damage by destructive groups of atoms called free radicals.
Food
The health benefits of radishes are truly impressive. They are said to be good for the liver and stomach, the kidneys and bladder, the lungs, the cardiovascular system and the immune system.
Recipe
6-8 Radishes, sliced Salt to taste 1-2 cloves garlic, minced Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place the radishes and garlic on oiled baking dish. Season with salt. Cover and cook about 20 minutes or until radishes are tender. OR Eat raw, slice and sauté until soft in olive oil with garlic and seasoning. ... Read more
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Israel in Canaan
June 28, 2015 - July 4, 2015-“To Gideon came the divine call to deliver his people. … He sadly pondered upon the condition of Israel and considered how the oppressor’s yoke might be broken from off his people.”
Bible Study Guides
July 5, 2015 - July 11, 2015-“By divine direction a plan of attack was suggested to him [Gideon], which he immediately set out to execute. The three hundred men were divided into three companies."
Bible Study Guides
July 12, 2015 - July 18, 2015-“Had Samson obeyed the divine commands as faithfully as his parents had done, his would have been a nobler and happier destiny."
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Eli and His Sons
July 19, 2015 - July 25, 2015-“But Eli allowed his children to control him. The father became subject to the children. The curse of transgression was apparent in the corruption and evil..."
All Bible texts, unless appearing in quoted references or otherwise identified, are from the New King James Version.