Will there be better times, or what? Signs of hope
(Copyright 10-02-2024) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) A LOOK BACK AT MY FIRST COLUMN OF 2024 (based on my last column of 2022): The theme of Psalm 22 is an awakening (genuine wokeness). The theme of Psalm 23 is the fruits of such a turn-around. “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not lack. He leadeth […]
Missiles in Prophecy
(Copyright 10-01-2024) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Israel came under another missile attack from Iran today. Thank God that most of them were shot down. As I watched the video of the attack, something occurred to me. Weren’t these missile attacks mentioned in the Bible? During the Great Tribulation, things will get so bad that all life […]
What is God’s Amazing Favor?
(Copyright) by Bill Hillebrenner (Matthews, North Carolina) What is God’s favor? Why are people confused over the meaning of His grace? Why does God extend his favor to mankind and especially Christians? Many religious people talk about grace or sing songs about it. They usually know that it and truth came through Jesus Christ (John 1:17) […]
New Items Uploaded to the Friends of the Sabbath Website
(Copyright 09-28-2024) by Craig M. White (Australia) The member who took 100s of photographs of these documents (many released months ago and more to be released and uploaded from the 1920s & 1930s in due course) is thanked for all he has done for this valuable project. I know that all of you are grateful […]
I Will Not Be Silent
(Copyright 2017) by Brenda Branson (Hanson, Kentucky) “Wives don’t be silent when your husbands become verbally or physically violent toward you. Part of the abuser’s power comes from secrecy! Abusive behavior continues because it works! Fear of further harm and/or death intimidates victims into remaining silent and enduring it. Many victims make excuses for their abusers because […]
Healing Humanity
(Copyright 09-28-2024) Sent by Laura Lee (Bismarck, ND) Healing Humanity(Copyright 09-28-2024) Sent by Laura Lee (Bismarck, ND) While most doctors have big hearts and genuinely want to help, many have been misled. It’s a shame and an embarrassment that so many people are being failed by our healthcare system. Instead of treating the root cause, people […]
Kenya Update – October 1, 2024
(Copyright 10-01-2024) by William P. Goff (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) Greetings Brethren, The October 1, 2024, update is now posted at: KHOFH – Kenya Hands of Hope KHOFH – Kenya Hands of Hope Thank you.Bill Goff ——————————————————————————————————–See William P. Goff’s other articles at:Goff, William P. – Church of God, Bismarck (church-of-god-bismarck.org) Reprinted with permission from: A Voice in the […]
Curse of the Pharaohs
(Copyright 2003) by Jonathan Gray (Thames, New Zealand) “Even God could not sink her,” it was boasted. The Titanic was the biggest and the fastest ship in the world. It was also considered to be the most beautiful, Oh yes, and unsinkable. Then on April 14, 1912, occurred the most spectacular ship catastrophe of the past […]
Timelines of Revelation
(Copyright 09-21-2024) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) With the approach of the autumn Holy Days, it is good to review the prophetic events which they picture and the Timelines found in the Book of Revelation. In the short video by the Living Church of God linked below, their teaching on the Feast of Trumpets (Rosh Hashanah which […]
Two-Steak Solution
(Copyright 09-25-2024) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) The Two-State Solution is being promoted by Kamala Harris and the Biden Administration as the solution for peace in the Middle East. But that solution has been rejected by the Palestinians time after time. They only want one Arab state to occupy the land of Canaan and for […]
Chicago’s Death Camp Thrives Outside of DNC Convention
(Copyright 09-21-2024) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) The difference between the Democratic and Republican Conventions couldn’t be more glaring. It is not a partisan perspective to state this, but a glaring reality. Abortion is the number one campaign issue for Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, and the Democratic Party. Radical Socialist economic policies are part of […]
America has Lost Its Collective Mind
(Copyright 09-21-2024) by Richard Markland (London, Ohio) If there is any proof that America has lost its collective mind, a person doesn’t have to look far. Disagreeing with being transgender involves great personal risk. Anyone speaking out against such a lifestyle is viewed as a bigoted pariah. Any person who can justify that it is fine […]
In Need of Bibles and Study Materials
(Copyright 09-21-2024) by Obed Mambwe (Unknown) Dear brethren in Christ,Warmest Christian regard to each one of you, your beloved families, and all the dear brethren at your Ministry. I want to thank God for how He’s using your Ministry to bless and reach out to many souls the World over. The Bible says in Amos […]
Why Four Gospels?
(Copyright 09-22-2024) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) Have you ever wondered why there are four “gospels,” or four accounts of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ of Nazareth in the New Testament? Actually, there is a significance to this fact that many are not aware of. Each of the gospel accounts, as they are called, […]
Knowledge is the Key to Rise Above Poverty
(Copyright 09-21-2024) by Gary C. Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) THE RIGHT KNOWLEDGE LIBERATES FROM SLAVERY TO GREATNESS:Born into slavery, American scientist George Washington Carver rose above it to invent more than 300 uses for the peanut, revolutionizing agriculture along the way. A true trailblazer, Carver proved anything is possible, if you keep trying. IGNORANCE IS NOT BLISS:“My people […]
The Fruit of the Spirit: Joy
(Copyright 1998) by John W. Ritenbaugh (Lancaster, South Carolina) Does anyone on earth not want to live confidently and joyfully? Undoubtedly, out of eight billion people, a few are so soured on life that they would rather be dead, a thought they express in their downcast, grumbling and sometimes even snarling demeanor. However, they must […]
The Monarch Butterfly’s Navigational Skills
(Copyright 09-19-2024) by Doug Velting (Grand Rapids, Michigan) Let’s face it, insects don’t seem to be the smartest creatures on the planet; after all, they only have tiny brains. And with their compound eyes, they don’t see very well. However, God created them to do amazing things. For example: how do they navigate? How do they find […]
Kenya Hands of Hope
(Copyright 2024) by William P. Goff (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) We are asking for your prayers. The Kenya Government has been going too far (especially the schools) demanding unreasonable amounts of funds. It’s to a point now where we have to obey God rather than men when it comes to prioritizing funds. Feeding and assisting widows […]
Wicked Spirits v. the Holy Spirit (and miracles)
(Copyright 09-19-2024) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) LEMME JUST start by saying I was born in a lower middle-class family. We had very little spending money and I still have most of it. I used to buy cars for 50 bucks. I once drove from Wisconsin to southern Georgia and back on $14 worth of […]
Donor Letter – September 21, 2024
(Copyright 09-20-2024) by William P. Goff (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) Greetings Brethren, Happy Sabbath. We hope all of you are doing well as we patiently await the return of our Lord and Savior. The upcoming fall Feasts are approaching, and we’re working on another “Kenya Update” trying to have it posted by the Feast of Trumpets […]
Natural Selection
(Copyright 09-14-2024) by Gary C. Miller (Pocahontas, Arkansas) STRAIT AND NARROW WAY:“Enter you in at the strait (difficult) gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leads to destruction, and many there be which go in there at: Because strait is the gate and narrow is the way…to life, and […]
Reminder to Exercise Increased Caution in Kenya
(09-14-2024) Sent by Rebecca Wise (United States) Hi Laura, Bill sent this yesterday. Forwarding to you in case you haven’t seen it. Asking for prayers for Bill’s (William P. Goff) protection and safety (and for all the brethren there). Thank you! U.S. EMBASSY NAIROBI Alert: Reminder to Exercise Increased Caution in KenyaSeptember 13, 2024 Location: Kenya Event: […]
What Are True Values?
(Copyright 09-15-2024) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) Not infrequently in public discourse we hear the word “values” mentioned. Many of the issues we face as a nation and a world boil down to a question of values. For example, the questions of abortion, human rights, women’s rights, homosexual rights, religious expression, family, out of control […]
My most unusual column: Why the English capitalized the word “I”
(Copyright 09-07-2024) by Curtis Dahlgren (Stephenson, Michigan) “I AM, said I, to no one there.” – Neil Diamond “I AM THAT I AM.” – God (to Moses, 1491 B.C.) “God forgives; man sometimes forgives; nature never forgives.” – author unknown TO ME, “I” STANDS FOR THE “INDIVIDUAL” – the right to what’s in your heart. Down through history no group […]
Time Square Attack: Psychologically Paralyzed Police Disarmed
(Copyright 2024) by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) Danger for police and New York residents – freedom for criminals: Police were violently attacked by 8 young criminal illegal aliens, near Times Square in New York City. Why didn’t the police use their firearms to defend themselves? That would send this message to all criminals – […]