“In those days John the Baptist came_ in the_ of Judea … “ John’s main message was, “_, for the kingdom of_ is at hand!” “‘Ihe voice of one _ in the wilderness: ‘Prepare the way of the Lord; Make His paths _.’” “Now John himself was clothed in camel’s_, with a leather belt •…

We sometimes spend too much wasted time concerned with whatwe are unable to do, instead ofiooking at the things we CAN do. In at least two separate incidents, Jesus taught the importance of using what we have. He pointed out to the apostles how much “more” the poor widow with two coins gave in comparison…

Matthew 1 :18-25 Who was the mother of Jesus? “Then_ her husband, being a_ man, and not wanting to make her a _ example, was minded to put her away secretly.” Who appeared to Joseph in a dream? “And she will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name _, for He will…

What of Tomorrow? I do not know what still awaits, Or what the morrow brings; But with the glad salute of faith, I hail its opening wings! For this I know – that in my Lord Shall all my needs be met; And I can trust the heart of him Who has not failed -me…

Bulletin Digest, December 2022 “The beginning of men’s rebellion against God was, and is, the lack of a thankful heart.” – Francis Schaeffer “God gave you a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say ‘thank you?”‘ – William A. Ward “Seeds of discouragement will not grow in a thankful heart.” Anonymous…

It is very interesting to note the various contexts in which the word “thanksgivir-1g” occurs in the Bible (NKJV). Here are just a few of-the places: In Lev. 7:11-15, it is connected with offerings-and sacrifices to God. In Psa. 26, it is connected with the proclaiming of God and His “wondrous works.” In Psa. 95,…

The Byram River in Greenwich, Connecticut, at the crest was running twelve _to fifteen feet deep. A family picnicking at the edge watched m horror as their two-year-old daughter fell into the water. Her 23-year-old mother, who could not swim and was horrified by water, jumped in and pulled her little girl to safety. The…

“Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a…

In Psalm 19:7-11, we can read of some of the incredible aspects of God’s word: “The law of the LORD1 is perfect2, converting the soul3; The testimony of the LORD is sure4, making wise the simples; The statutes of the LORD are right6, rejoicing the heart7; The commandment of the LORD is pure8, enlightening the…

Luke 15:1-2 sets up the three parables Jesus is using to teach His lessons. The “tax collectors and sinners” were drawn to the uplifting message of Jesus! These groups wanted an alternative to the ugliness found in their lives while having no sense of hope and direction. Luke 15:8-10 says, “Or what woman, having ten…