Being an Encouragement to Others

By Doug Seaton Barnabas was a faithful, enthusiastic, dedicated, Christian. He was a “good man, and full of the Holy Ghost, and of faith” (Acts 11:24). Shortly after Barnabas became a Christian he sold some land he owned and gave the money to the apostles for the aid of those in need (Acts 4:37). Barnabas had …

A Family Circle Series: Me and My House

By Leslie Diestelkamp When Joshua challenged the people to “Choose you this day whom you will serve,” he punctuated that challenge with a strong declaration of his own determination when he said, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” Judging from the response of the people (see Josh. 24:15,16) they obviously recognized …