Table of Contents – Jan/Feb 2014

2014 – Jan/Feb Issue- Table of Contents

Practical Lessons

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 In the Beginning 

Practical Lessons from the General Epistles

In “The Doers Shall Be Blessed,” James exhorts us that being doers of the word means transforming our characters. Christians are called out of the world to change self here and now… more

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Foreword to Practical Lessons 

Lessons for the Christian Life 

“Live Worthy of a Pilgrim” (1 Peter) calls to our minds that we are pilgrims in a foreign land. Thus, we are to abstain from fleshly lusts, to submit to every ordinance of man, and to suffer and accept trials in the same spirit as did Jesus….more

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The Doers Shall Be Blessed 

James, Blessing Promised to the Doers

In “The Doers Shall Be Blessed,” James exhorts us that being doers of the word means transforming our characters. Christians are called out of the world to change self here and now…more

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Live Worthy of a Pilgrim 

Peter’s First Epistle

“Live Worthy of a Pilgrim” (1 Peter) calls to our minds that we are pilgrims in a foreign land. Thus, we are to abstain from fleshly lusts, to submit to every ordinance of man, and to suffer and accept trials in the same spirit as did Jesus…more

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Faith and the End of the Age 

2 Peter, Flesh vs. Spirit, Especially in 21st Century

“Faith and the End of the Age” (2 Peter) says, Faith is a foundation. We must build our character upon it. Lust is toxic. Only the character we build can we take into the resurrection…more

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News and Views 

Current Events….more

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 Today in Prophecy

Waning Confidence in World Systems

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 A Few Practical Lessons from 1 John

1 John, Ten Lessons in Four Parts

“A Few Practical Lessons from 1 John” tells us that if we have seen the light, we must talk about the light, and live it. Whatever crowds out the Lord from our hearts is a detestable idol…more

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A Letter of Encouragement, Warning  

2 John, Unity With Brethren Before Bridegroom

“A Letter of Encouragement Plus Warnings (2 John)” admonishes us to learn to dwell in unity with our brethren during our consecrated walk today if we would dwell in unity with our Bridegroom, Jesus Christ, tomorrow and forever…more

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Diotrephes, a Difficult Brother  

3 John, An Ambitious Leader, Personal Responsibility

“Diotrephes — Dealing with a Difficult Brother” is 3 John’s warning to not be intimidated by a domineering leader who puts himself above the Apostles (or, in our case, above the Bible)…more
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DOs and DON’Ts for the Faithful

Jude, Ambitious Leaders, Accusation, or Mercy

Jude gives us “DOs and DON’Ts for the Faithful.” Lust and pride cause many to fall. While we look for mercy for ourselves, we must learn to practice mercy toward others…more

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Some Altered Scriptures

Consider the Evidence

 Success, in a Nutshell — Back cover

 

 Entered into Rest

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