By Sam E. Stone The writer of Hebrews reminded Jewish Christians of the new dispensation’s superiority to the old. The role of the high priest was a position familiar to all Jews. The title first occurred in Leviticus 21:10, where it was used to designate Aaron and his successors. Christians have but one who serves […]
By Joyce Long “If I go and be a prostitute, I know I can make more money for my mother and my family,” said the Cambodian girl. The in-country social worker replied, “Yes, but when you are engaged to be married, that will lower your price.” When Katy Beringer heard this, she sighed, realizing the […]
By Kelly Carr My Bible study small group was studying Micah 6:8 recently. A friend said this verse was her favorite because it encapsulates the values that all Christians should live out. But sometimes we hear words such as justice and mercy, and they sound like nice church words, but we don’t always fully grasp […]
By Kathleen Bruins She stared at me without saying a word. “What’s wrong, Cassandra?” “You said his name. I never use his name, especially when I talk about what he did to me.” While interviewing Cassandra, she experienced a panic attack, which is common for survivors of sex trafficking. Most survivors have post-traumatic stress disorder […]
By Brian Jennings The story repeats over and over, but the horrific shock remains. Hopelessness highlights every page. The words are different, but every chapter sounds the same. Local authorities, teamed with a local minister, storm the gates of Hell (in this case, a brothel). As usual they find a houseful of trafficked children. Heartless […]
