The Power of a Positive “No”

By Andrew G. Berendt As you know, there is a nationwide campaign underway, being touted by everyone from the First Lady of the United States, all tire way down to local elementary school teachers. We are reminded by billboards, TV and radio ads, bumper stickers, and badges, to “Just Say ‘No’!” This modern thrust seems to …

What Evil Hath He Done?

By Larry Ray Hafley Our question was asked by an exasperated, frustrated Roman ruler, Pontius Pilate. It was posed, of course, concerning Jesus the Christ. The inquiry was ignored. It has never been answered with convincing, convicting proof. Yet, Jesus remains accused by an unbelieving world. Now, as then, he is jeered rather than feared as …

Preparing a Heart to See the Law of the Lord

By Randy Sexton In Ezra 7:10 we find an interesting comment given concerning Ezra. It is said that he “had prepared his heart to seek the Law of the Lord, and to do it, and to teach statutes and ordinances in Israel.” Ezra was instrumental in bringing a remnant back from Babylonian captivity to the city …