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The Lesson and Life — for September 7, 2014

By Nathan Kline   I love seeing renewal, especially in the city. The renewal of the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood in Cincinnati particularly interests me because of its growth and development. The neighborhood was originally established by German immigrants in the early 19th century and is home to some of the oldest and most beautiful Italian-style architecture […]

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Charge It to Me–Philemon

By David Faust   What amazes you most about Jesus? Are you astonished by his power over nature—walking on water, multiplying bread and fish, changing water into wine? or the way he healed the sick—giving first-time sight to a man born blind, reversing the effects of deafness, restoring skin tissue ravaged by leprosy? His stories […]

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A Prayer for Teachers

By Bob Russell   The summer is ending and school is resuming in most places. This is the time of year when I’m thankful I’m not a schoolteacher. It seems to me a teacher’s task is tougher than ever before—especially for those who serve in public schools. Fifty years ago teachers didn’t have to deal […]

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Where You Live — for September 7

By Michael C. Mack   1. When have you been a part of a “Welcome Home” celebration? Whom was it for? How would you describe it?   Read Jeremiah 30:1-3, 18-22.    2. What can you deduce from these verses about the troubles that were to come?   3. What promises did God make for […]

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Take a Deep Breath

By Kelly Carr, Editor   Labor Day is a big weekend here in Cincinnati. There’s a huge fireworks show on the river tonight. What started years ago as a radio station promotional event has turned into an annual celebration for people in the area—one last big summer hurrah as the seasons begin to shift.  For […]