By Christy Barritt Police Officer Gives Sweatshirt to Homeless Man A New York City police officer was patrolling Manhattan’s East Side when he saw a man who was homeless, Robert William, on the sidewalk. The temperature outside that day was sub-freezing, and William’s boots had gotten wet. When the officer saw him, William was […]
Peter’s Report–The Uniform Lesson for March 16, 2014
By Sam E. Stone Two passages form the basis of today’s study. The first is from Psalm 110, one of the most quoted psalms in the New Testament. It points readers to the coming Messiah. The other text is part of Peter’s sermon on the Day of Pentecost, where the fulfillment of Old Testament […]
Faith That Faces Facts–Romans 4
By David Faust Mindless Christianity isn’t biblical Christianity. The foundational rule of the Old Testament stated, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength” (Deuteronomy 6:5). Jesus called this commandment the most important precept in all of God’s law—but he added, love God […]
Time Together Over Time
By Bev and Phil Haas It seems like our family is being pulled in so many different directions. My husband and I started talking about what we can do to bring our family closer together. What do you suggest? One of the most effective ways to draw your family closer together is to […]
In the World — March 2, 2014
By Christy Barritt Most Americans Don’t Trust Religious Leaders Each year Gallup releases a poll showing which professions are considered the most and the least trustworthy. For the first time since the question was introduced in 1977, trust in clergy has dropped below 50 percent. This means that a large number of Americans no […]
