By Sam E. Stone When reading Colossians, it is important to remember that this is another of Paul’s letters written from prison. This makes every word even more meaningful. In this final lesson of our current study, his counsel is especially challenging. Principles Colossians 4:2-6 Prayer has always been of great importance to […]
In the World — February 17, 2013
By Christy Barritt Americans Likely to Become More Religious Surveys conducted recently by Gallup found that 40 percent of Americans can be categorized as “very religious,” while 29 percent are “moderately religious,” and 31 percent are “nonreligious.” The poll used several factors to measure these results, including the frequency of attending worship services and […]
Loving while disagreeing
By Jacqueline J. Holness I’m a sucker for romantic love. I always have been and always will be. I secretly devoured Harlequin romance novels as a precocious preteen. As a teenager, I would lock myself in my bedroom crooning love songs along with my stereo. As an adult, I’ve attended more weddings than I […]
In the World — February 10, 2013
By Christy Barritt City to Remove Cross from Seal Following legal threats from an atheist foundation, the city of Buhler, Kansas is removing a Christian cross from their seal, as well as replacing a large sign in a city park. The Freedom From Religion Foundation claims the cross has no place in public venues. […]
Clothed with Christ–The Uniform Lesson for February 17, 2013
By Sam E. Stone In the first two chapters of Colossians the apostle Paul demonstrated the fact that Jesus is superior to any person or god. In the last half of the epistle, he calls on believers to understand and obey all that the Lord is expecting of them. He contrasts what they are […]