All Hands on Deck
by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) After His resurrection, Jesus appeared first to a woman, Mary Magdalene, and sent her forth as the first witness and preacher of the Good News of His resurrection. His instructions to her were to “Go and tell My brethren” (Mathew 28:10). In other words, He required that His male disciples […]
Death
by William P. Goff (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) Now there are many churches out there in the world today, but only one true church. That church is defined as: “The Pillar and Ground of the Truth” (1Timothy 3:15.) If we want to find that church, we have to find the Truth, because Truth and Church go […]
An Orwellian America is Defining the Nation
(Copyright) by Richard Markland For decades Americans have been warned of a time in which George Orwell’s Novel “1984” would become a reality. The American people cannot say they have not been put on notice. Irreplaceable freedoms are being eliminated. The tactics used are invasive, immense in size and scope and without consideration for anyone or […]
After Pentecost, Then What?
by John W. Ritenbaugh (Lancaster, South Carolina) Moses writes the story of the Israelites making the Old Covenant with God in Exodus 19-24. Most of the text of those six chapters is devoted to listing the terms of their agreement. The way the ratification of the covenant is presented in Exodus 24:1-8 can give the impression that the Israelites’ acceptance […]
Fat Cats, Fat Cats
by Tawanda Ray (Hamilton, Alabama) Fat cats, fat cats on faculty row,Don’t you see the fruits of the seeds you sow?One tithe, two tithes, three tithes… four?“Put your heart in the work and send us some more!” Salaries, expense accounts, service well spent.Never mind the little ones whose lives you’ve rent.“We are the head, you are […]
Who was Arsaces, First King of the Parthians?
by Cam Rea (Kendallville, Indiana) The year is 248 BCE. The event: the Aparni tribe from the north along the Oxus River invaded the region of northern Parthia under the leadership of a man by the name of Arsaces. The result of the invasion was the establishment of the Arsacid Dynasty which would be known […]
A Church Without Women
28th Amendment to the United States Constitution
Sent by Howard Naasz (Colorado) An idea whose time has come.For too long we have been too complacent about the workings of Congress. Many citizens had no idea that members of Congress could retire with the same pay after only one term, that they didn’t pay into Social Security, that they specifically exempted themselves from […]
A Man Had a Dream
Sent by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) A man had a dream. His whole life passed before his eyes. He was on a beach and during the best times of his life, he saw two sets of footprints. The Lord said, “I was walking with you.” During the worst times of his life, the guy saw just […]
Why Do You Observe Saturday?
(Copyright) by John Currier (Douglasville, Georgia) This is a fair question and one that is asked quite often of those of our faith. I mean, after all, isn’t Sunday the day that people are supposed to worship God? All the churches counting from the Roman Catholic Church right on through the Baptists, the Methodists, […]
The Truth about GOD’S CALENDAR
The Truth about GOD’S CALENDAR (Part One)by Jamie McNab (England) What is the truth about “God’s Holy Day calendar?” It is very likely that many of you will have been challenged over the past few years about the Holy Day calendar – and if you haven’t been challenged so far, you probably soon will be!! The […]
One Small Step
by John Jewell (London, England) THAT’S ONE SMALL STEP FOR MAN! ONE GIANT LEAP FOR MANKIND! are the words uttered by Neil Armstrong as his left foot touched the surface of the Moon on 21st July 1969, as he stepped down from the Eagle landing craft which he had piloted and guided from the mother […]
Color Blind Justice: Black Criminal Lives Matter – and More?
by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) Do Black Criminal Lives Matter – more than White Innocent Lives? George Floyd Died of a Drug Overdose. Why does a drugged 46-year-old black man get more Sympathy and attention by Media, Politicians and Black Leaders than Cannon Hinnant, a 5 year old White Boy Recently Killed when a […]
Are You Sure Leaven Is Symbolic of Sin?
by John Leitch (Canada) Christ Defines the Meaning of Leaven.This writer finds it strange why people will lock into John’s definition of sin (1 John 3:4) but completely ignore Christ’s definition of leaven (Matt. 16:11-12). Christ’s explanation of leavening in this case is doctrine (Strong’s #1322-didache- meaning instruction or teaching-Matt. 16:11-12. I believe a broader […]
Masons and Masonic Halls
by James Steinle (Swanville, Minnesota) “Is it acceptable for a member of the Body of Christ to also be a member of the Masons or any affiliated group?” and “Is it proper to hold Sabbath services in a masonic hall?” I was intrigued by the questions asked by someone if it was proper to be a […]
Questions Answered About Masons
by Keith Slough (Kannapolis, North Carolina) “Is it acceptable for a member of the Body of Christ to also be a member of the Masons or any affiliated group?” and “Is it proper to hold Sabbath services in a masonic hall?” First question: A true Christian cannot be a Mason for TWO basic reasons. To be […]
13 Colonies; The 13th Tribe?
(Copyright) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “America, conjointly with Britain, has a very important and noble part to perform in the affairs of humanity in the near future.” – Adam Rutherford, 1934 PETER SELLERS SAID that if you asked him to play himself, he wouldn’t know how to do it, because he did not know who […]
First Love
by Arlan Weight (Bismarck, North Dakota) Just where is the church today? It has been only 15 short years since the death of Herbert W. Armstrong and how many splits and factions are there? Oh sure, some folks split off from the Worldwide Church of God prior to 1986, but that was miniscule compared […]
Wanted!
Sent by Darwin Lee (Bismarck, North Dakota) Jesus Christ By the FBI, IRS, CIA, FDA, EPA, DNR, AF&T, NCC, NEA, USDA, AMA, SSA, MHA, ADL, NAACP, UNGC, & the USCG for the following crimes: 1. Wanted by the FBI for teaching the people that there is a higher power and authority than Caesar or the state.2. Wanted […]
Why We Must Put Out Leaven
by Earl L. Henn (Charlotte, North Carolina) Years ago, I had a favorite question to ask ministers about the Feast of Unleavened Bread. “Why must we go through the physical act of putting leaven out of our homes before the Days of Unleavened Bread, but we are not required to be physically circumcised?” I never […]
Are We Walking with God?
by Alfio La Spina (Victoria British Columbia) Think about how Abraham handled difficult situations. Abraham had complete trust in God. When God told him to go to a place that He would show him he went and did not concern himself about where he was going. He had complete trust that God would take care […]
God Visits Kenya, East Africa
by Bill Glover (Eugene, Oregon) Residents of Kenya, East Africa recently received a visit from the Almighty Creator God through the persons of two white men named Bill Glover and his son, Stephen. We arrived in Kenya on March 27, 2007 and were there for 22 days, departing on April 18. [We also kept the […]
Bear Witness
by Tawanda Ray (Hamilton, Alabama) The Apostles of old were authoritatively toldTo bear witness of Jesus’ life.He warned them that they would often encounterMuch hatred, debate, and strife. The words they would speak would be in His nameBy such power He would confirm.They would raise the dead and heal many sickAnd strengthen the poor and infirm. Out […]
Are You a Christian Nationalist?
by Eddie Hyatt (Tulsa, Oklahoma) Charisma News reported on a letter, signed by 500 evangelical leaders, that condemned “Christian nationalism” and tied it to the Capital riots of January 6. I agree with the authors of the letter that all Christians need to speak out against all violence and hate and the detestable acts that […]
The Good Leaven
by William P. Goff (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) I believe that the parable of the leaven (Mathew 13:33) pertains to the most essential part of our calling. It applies to the very core of our conversion and our entrance into the Kingdom of God. Without the leaven, which is symbolized in this parable, we will […]