By Patrick Andrews The question need never be asked. Children should be taught from the word of God that they came from their mother’s womb, after they were conceived (Gen. 30:22-24; Ruth 4:13). Children should be taught that they are a blessing to their parents, and a reward to God (Gen. 33:5; Psa. 127:3). Many parents …
Monthly Archives: July 2012
“If You Can’t Say Something Good”
By Frank Jamerson Most of us have heard, and repeated the statement, “If you can’t say something good, then don’t say anything at all,” but most of us have also violated that advice. A little boy told his parents: “When I get older, I want to wear glasses just like Granny’s because she can see so …
The Service of Deacons
By James E. Cooper The fact that Paul addresses the saints in the congregation at Philippi “with the bishops and deacons” (Phil. 1:1) leaves no doubt that there was a special group of men in that congregation who were set apart to do a particular work. Further, at Ephesus, Timothy was instructed that those selected for …
He Did Not Perish Alone
By David A. Padfield The book of Joshua records the conquest of the land of Canaan. It shows us the triumph of faith at Jericho, and the farreaching consequences of sin as Israel was defeated at Ai. With full faith in the power of God, Joshua had sent 3,000 soldiers to attack Ai (Josh. 7:1-5). It …