2020 Issues

Pergamos

September 1, 2021

Church Three “And to the angel of the church in Pergamum write …” (Revelation 2:12 NASB). by Daniel Szarkowicz Interesting Facts About Pergamum When the Apostle John wrote his letter, Pergamum was very prosperous and one of the most influential cities in the Roman Empire. It was well known as a major center of culture and art. Today, impressive monuments echo the splendor of this city atop a windswept mountain along the Turkish coastline, looking boldly over the azure Aegean Sea. The […]

Liberty Brings Responsibility

July 1, 2021

God’s Plan for Freedom “The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound” (Isaiah 61:1). The above prophecy is often applied to the work of God’s Kingdom. However, when reading this passage in the synagogue at Nazareth, Jesus said, “this day, is this […]

In the Beginning Isaiah 9:6-7

November 1, 2020

One of the most recognized passages of scripture associated with our Lord Jesus is Isaiah 9:6‑7. “For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. There will be no end to the increase of His government or of peace, On the throne of David and over his kingdom, To establish it and to uphold […]

For God So Loved the World

November 1, 2020

For Unto Us a Child is Born “The Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, a virgin will be with child and bear a son, and she will call His name Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14 NASB). by Ray Charlton The passage of Isaiah 9:6,7 is often included in Christmas greetings. Howmany people stop and think of the significance of the first part of this prophecy, “For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us” (NASB)? Creating […]