By Calvin R. Schlabach It happened again. Another child died. This time it was a nine-year-old girl named Joy. Her parents had beaten her with a board on her head, arms, legs, chest, and vaginal areas. After a few days of painful struggle in the hospital, her tortured body surrendered to its injuries and died. What’s …
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“When in Rome”
By P.J. Casebolt There is an old adage that says, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” And, while this philosophy may work in some areas, some of the time, it must still be recognized for what it is – chimney corner Scripture. Or, for the purpose of this article, it may be more accurately …
Young People Need “No Skills” (8): Helping Young People Overcome Sexual Pressure
By John A. Smith Pressure From Peers Peer pressure and influence can be good! Jesus described his disciples as the salt of the earth and the light of the world (Matt. 5:14-16). He told them to “let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” …
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Short Lessons for the Lord’s Supper
By LesterA. Doyle, Jr. God’s Family We come together this Lord’s day morning as God’s family, brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ. When we believed that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and were baptized into him, we were born into his spiritual family. We entered into a new and never-ending life. In Luke 8:19-21 …