2014 November
Editorial
Editorial – The Wheat, the Tares and Uncertain Voices
Every one will reveal the character of the bundle with which he is binding himself. The wheat is being bound up for the heavenly garner. …
Bible
Time is a talent. Each person born has been granted a certain amount for which they are accountable.
Bible
This is a test, and passing it will determine whether you will be ready for supper. “Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb.”
Inspiration
Inspiration – A faithful Under-shepherd
Throughout his ministry, Peter faithfully watched over the flock entrusted to his care, and thus proved himself worthy of the charge and responsibility given him by the Saviour.
Keys Storehouse
Keys to the Storehouse – Our Allotted task
We should be ever thankful that the Lord has alerted us to the allotted task ahead of us. What is this task? It is to conquer self.
Question
Question & Answer – What is meant by the “green tree?” in Luke 23:31.
To understand Bible symbols they first must be looked at in context. In this passage of Scripture Jesus is being led to Calvary to be crucified.
Current Events
Current Events – Big Earthquakes Double in 2014, but are not Linked
If you think there have been more earthquakes than usual this year, you’re right. A new study finds there were more than twice as many big earthquakes...
History
Thanksgiving – A Time to Give Thanks
In the United States and Canada, a day is set aside each year as Thanksgiving Day. On this day, people give thanks with feasting and prayer for the blessings they may have received during the year. The first Thanksgiving Days were harvest festivals, or days for thanking God for plentiful crops. For this reason the ... Read more
Bible
Lord’s Prayer Series – Claiming a Relationship with Others
To be successful in our relationships with others we first need to know our own true identity and our relationship with our heavenly Father.
Children's Story
Children’s Story – A Mother’s Love
“If you can survive, you must remember that I love you.” Such was the mother’s love for her child!
Health
Health – Calcification and Acidification
A diet that contains excessive protein causes calcification or hardening of the arteries causing the arterial walls to lose their elasticity. It is a sign of aging, which appears as a result of the disturbance in the metabolism and an unhealthy diet.
Bible
Note carefully that the emphasis in this self-esteem doctrine is “self.” Its all inclusive nature as well as philosophy centers in “me, myself and I.” Studies have revealed that self-esteem is positively associated with narcissism or self-love.
Food
A jicama bulb can weigh anywhere from one to two pounds. It has a tough, brown outer skin but the flesh is white. Preparation is very easy. Simply peel off the outer skin and then it can be eaten,...
Recipe
Recipe – Shredded Raw Salad with Jicama
Shred the following vegetables into Equal amounts, e.g., ½ cup each or 1 cup each: Beets Jicama Zucchini, green Carrots Cover with an oil and lemon juice dressing seasoned with salt and sprinkled with dried basil or your favorite dressing. This is a very simple nutritious recipe.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Securing the Pearl of Righteousness
November 30, 2014 - December 6, 2014-Christ Himself is the pearl of great price. … The righteousness of Christ, as a pure, white pearl, has no defect, no stain. No work of man can improve the great and precious gift of God.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Our Value in Christ
December 7, 2014 - December 13, 2014-Jesus gave His life for the life of the world, and He places an infinite value upon man. He desires that man shall appreciate himself, and consider his future well-being.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Living for Jesus
December 14, 2014 - December 20, 2014-The work of our salvation lies between God and our own souls. Though all nations are to pass in judgment before Him, yet He will examine the case of each individual...
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study Guides – Walking With Jesus
December 21, 2014 - December 27, 2014-“As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in Him: rooted and built up in Him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving."
All Bible texts, unless appearing in quoted references or otherwise identified, are from the New King James Version.