Late Spring “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted” (Ecclesiastes 3:1, 2) — Dan Wesol There are different and progressive stages of growth in every form of life. For example, with human beings, a child is born about nine months after conception. Solomon, as a wiser, older king, uses […]
Growing Wheat “Let both grow together until the harvest: and in the time of harvest I will say to the reapers, Gather ye together first the tares, and bind them in bundles to burn them: but gather the wheat into my barn” Matthew 13:30). — Ken Allison The wisdom found in God’s creation often mirrors the profound truths of our spiritual development in Christ Jesus. As believers, our journey reflects patterns seen in nature, offering insight into the seasons of growth, the […]
PBI News Pastoral Bible Institute (PBI) Annual Report for year ended April 30, 2025The Directors of the Pastoral Bible Institute, Inc. (PBI) and the Editors of its publication, The Herald of Christ’s Kingdom, rejoice to have served another year in the work of the vineyard (Matthew 20:7). This past year saw many changes. Events worldwide have altered the economic, political, and social aspects of our time. The rapid pace of these events has surprised and shocked many. Not only Bible students, but […]
Flooding in Texas “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and in various places there will befamines and earthquakes” (Matthew 24:7 NASB). The July 2025 flood in Texas devastated the nation as people saw the names of young victims and witnessed the destruction caused by fierce floodwaters. Questions arose about why adequate warning was not issued to allow victims to escape in time. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, the retired Army general who coordinated relief efforts in […]
Summer “Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an ensample to them that believe in word, manner of life, love, faith, and purity” (1 Timothy 4:12. Scriptures from ASV unless otherwise noted). — Jim Parkinson The young adult has more skill and experience than the babe, and more physical strength than the grandparent. The challenge is to use it wisely. Abel used his youth to offer an acceptable sacrifice to Yehovah God; Cain did not (Genesis 4). Abraham’s nephew Lot […]