2018 June
Editorial
Many people hesitate to follow the Lord all the way because of one or more obstacles. For some it is their job—afraid that by keeping the Sabbath they will jeopardize their job and experience financial ruin. Jesus promised those who put God first, that all things needed in this life will be provided
Daily Living
Finding God’s Plan for My Life
God has a definite plan for the life of every person in this world and the sooner that plan is realized the better it will be for all. There is no time to waste by giving half of your life to the devil.
Daily Living
Every normal individual wants to wear good apparel to cover his or her body in a manner that is representative of Christian standards of morality. No Christian in his right mind would want to appear before God improperly dressed.
Daily Living
There is nothing that Satan fears so much as that the people of God shall clear the way by removing every hindrance, so that the Lord can pour out His Spirit upon a languishing church and an impenitent congregation.
Keys Storehouse
Keys to the Storehouse – Actions Speak Louder Than Words
If actions truly speak louder than words, then, like John the Baptist, we must pull away from the world and its lifestyles, its ways of eating, drinking and living so that we may be under the control of the Holy Spirit and not under the control of the unholy spirit. “Love not the world, neither ... Read more
Inspiration
Pen of Inspiration – Elisha, Faithful in Little Things
The son of a wealthy farmer, Elisha had taken up the work that lay nearest. While possessing the capabilities of a leader among men, he received a training in life’s common duties.
Question
Question & Answer – Where Was Samson’s Strength
Had Samson’s head been shaven without fault on his part, his strength would have remained. But his course had shown contempt for the favor and authority of God as much as if he had in disdain himself severed his locks from his head.
Health
Health – Galloping Consumption
Haste in traffic, haste in business, haste in education, haste in pleasure, have led to haste in eating, drinking, thinking, sleeping, until physical degeneracy and premature decay stare us in the face on every hand. But of all the evils resulting from the terrible momentum of modern life, hasty eating is the most far-reaching and ... Read more
Life Sketches
Life Sketches – Will You Stand?
Many people would obey and follow God if He would only remove the struggles and tribulations that they are going through. But since God does not immediately remove their trials, they remain uncommitted and follow the path of least resistance.
Children's Story
Story Time – The Righteous Never Forsaken
The traveler drew near the board, but when he saw the scanty fare, he raised his eyes toward heaven with astonishment: “And is this all your store?” said he, “and a share of this do you offer to one you know not?
Food
Food – Cranberries All Year ‘Round
Studies presented at the 223rd national meeting of the American Chemical Society show that the ruby red berries have some of the most potent antioxidants of any common fruits studied.
Recipe
process all ingredients until the desired chunky texture is reached. I blend until mostly smooth. Use on oatmeal or on toast. It is delicious!
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Behold, I Come Quickly! — A Glorious, Joy-Inspiring Hope
July 1 – 7 - We are pilgrims and strangers who are waiting, hoping, and praying for that blessed hope, the glorious appearing of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Signs of Christ’s Return
July 8 – 14 - From the destruction of Jerusalem, Christ passed on rapidly to the greater event, the last link in the chain of this earth’s history—the coming of the Son of God in majesty and glory.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Messages of Warning for Our Day
July 15 – 21 - 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. They laugh at warnings.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – False Ideas at the Time of the End
July 22 – 28 - “For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect” (Matthew 24:24).
All Bible texts, unless appearing in quoted references or otherwise identified, are from the New King James Version.