2023 November
Editorial
During his last imprisonment before his martyrdom, the apostle Paul wrote Timothy...saying, “Do your utmost to come before winter...
Christian Life
The first thing that interested me was the admonition to “guard well the avenues of the soul.” My initial thought was “What are these avenues that I need to guard?”
Bible
“But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons.” Galatians 4:4, 5
Daily Living
The day and age we live in is as violent and sinful as it was before the flood and again at the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah.
Children's Story
Story – How God Sent the Flour
“Mother lifted the lid from the bread bowl and let us see how light and foamy the rising was. All it needed was the flour.
Inspiration
The daily record of disasters shows that there is no safety anywhere. Even in our homes we are in danger; for storms, floods, and fire are sweeping off thousands,...
Keys Storehouse
During their rescue each boy was led out of the cave by two experienced divers: one leading the way and the other following behind. They emerged from the cave hungry and cold, but safe and longing to see the light.
Health
It is best to determine first if a patient has a pre-existing condition or may be taking medications that would make the use of the hot foot bath unsafe,...
Nature
A large, powerful cat, second only in size to the tiger, the lion has been given the title, “king of beasts.” They can live in a variety of habitats, but they like grassland, savannah, and scrubland the most.
Question
“Why do I suffer?” “But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you.” 1 Peter 5:10
Series, The Mystery of Godliness
“By taking upon Himself man’s nature in its fallen condition, Christ did not in the least participate in its sin.” Manuscript Releases, Vol. 17, 25.
Recipe
Recipe – Apple Oat Bran Muffins
Some Facts About Apples Originating in central Asia, there are 75,000 varieties grown worldwide. If a person ate one a day, it would take more than 20 years to try every variety. Some apple varieties have red flesh instead of white. Varieties such as Pink Pearl and Kissabel have flesh that ranges from pink or ... Read more
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study – God’s Love in the Church—Hospitality
November 26 – December 2, 2023 - “ ‘A lover of hospitality’ is among the specifications given by the Holy Spirit as marking one who is to bear responsibility in the church.
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study – The Greatest Gift
December 10 – 16, 2023 - “But earnestly desire the best gifts. And yet I show you a more excellent way.” 1 Corinthians 12:31
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study – The Greatest Gift Part 2
December 17 – 23, 2023 - Christlike love places the most favorable construction on the motives and acts of others. It does not needlessly expose their faults;...
Bible Study Guides
Bible Study – “I Will Come Again”
December 24 – 30, 2023 - The Saviour’s parting promise upon Olivet, that He would come again, lighted up the future for His disciples, filling their hearts with joy and hope that sorrow could not quench nor trials dim.
All Bible texts, unless appearing in quoted references or otherwise identified, are from the New King James Version.