By Sam E. Stone This month’s lessons continue to emphasize the Christ-ian’s undying hope. Today we review the resurrection and next week the beginning of the church on the Day of Pentecost. The remaining lessons in April look to the future with Paul’s encouragement for the Thessalonians. The appearance of Jesus reported in Luke […]
The Lesson and Life — for April 7, 2013
By Dr. Barry Thornton Former Illinois basketball player and Portland Trailblazer rookie Meyers Leonard got a special surprise last March when his brother Bailey walked onto the practice court before a game scheduled against Michigan to greet Meyers for the first time in two years. Bailey had been serving in the Marine Corps in […]
In the World — March 31, 2013
By Christy Barritt Group Distributes Bibles in Public Schools World Changers of Florida recently distributed Bibles at high schools in Orange County. World Changers is a conservative organization of concerned citizens who want to influence the world by engaging in local, state, national, and international government. Members of the organization left Bibles on tables […]
Where You Live — for April 7, 2013
By Dan Lentz 1. Complete the following statement: “People might be surprised to find out that I really enjoy _____.” Read Luke 24:36-53. 2. Upon seeing Jesus, the disciples’ fear turned to joy. What spiritual endeavors bring about a sense of fright in you initially, but generally result in joy? 3. […]
In the World — March 24, 2013
By Christy Barritt Planned Parenthood Receives Millions from Government According to Planned Parenthood’s annual report, the organization received $542 million from government sources during the 2011-2012 fiscal year, an 11 percent increase from the previous year. The organization also reported performing 333,964 abortions in 2011 and nearly a million (995,687) abortions from 2009-2011. Forty-five […]