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Can a Person Save Himself?

August 17, 2022

Man is a slave to sin, and all his efforts to free himself from it are useless and futile. Human nature has become so weakened by his service to sin that he has no power […]

On the Run – Where to?

August 12, 2022

Many people are fleeing, perhaps without even being aware of it. And yet it is a flight which can never end well, if one does not stop fleeing, but turns back – back to God! […]

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy, but I came that you may have life, and have it abundantly.” (John 10:10) Struggles with mental health, particularly anxiety, are very prevalent in today’s […]

“You Have to Consider Your Age…”

August 1, 2022

I was at a doctor’s appointment. At the end of our conversation, the significantly younger doctor said in reference to circulation, “You have to consider your age.” – I was floored. No one had ever […]

Rush or Rest

July 27, 2022

Isn’t it strange that many people today are not satisfied, despite their elevated standard of living, despite money and pleasures? People like to talk about the good old days. Yes, people used to be much […]

A Child of the King

July 18, 2022

Many years ago, a gentleman was riding along the road when he heard a person singing. He was attracted by the melody, enticing him to stop and listen. Then he heard the words, “I’m a […]

Heaven – The Final Destination

July 15, 2022

Summertime has arrived and with it, the hope for rest and relaxation. Perhaps a trip to the mountains or an opportunity to walk along a beach. In our daily struggle against stress, deadlines, and personal […]

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View Yourself Through God’s Eyes

July 11, 2022

God sees you as something precious, unique, and very valuable. How do you see yourself? Do you know your value before God? Your Creation Has a Purpose! You were created by God and are wonderfully […]

Rich or Poor?

July 7, 2022

What is the proper definition of rich and poor? And which riches are worthwhile to pursue, the inner or the outward ones? It is not difficult for any of us to distinguish between rich and […]

Precious Possessions

July 4, 2022

Our earthly possessions are surrounded by uncertainty. In many cases, riches, health, and honor are only with us for a short time on life’s journey. Even if they accompany us on every step of the […]

Mission Report – Bolivia

June 18, 2022

At the end of January 2022, a group of 30 brothers and sisters from several congregations in Germany travelled to Bolivia to support the brothers and sisters there with various building projects and also to […]

And They Brought Children to Jesus

June 16, 2022

Is there any work in the service of the Lord that gives greater joy and produces more glorious fruit than bringing children to Jesus in their tender youth? The disciples did not recognize this fact, […]

The Powerful Testimony

June 9, 2022

With the experience of Pentecost in Jerusalem, the disciples had entered the official ministry of witnessing. Jesus clearly and seriously laid this assignment on their hearts when He said: “But you shall receive power when […]

Life That Overflows

June 5, 2022

We find the most wonderful promises from our Savior in God’s Word: “I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly” (John 10:10). – “But the water that […]

Sanctification – A Command for Christian Perfection

June 3, 2022

Most Christians agree that holiness is taught in the Bible. Yet they differ in their understanding of the importance of holiness and the importance of the doctrine of sanctification with respect to other biblical truths. […]

The Joy of Pentecost

June 1, 2022

We are celebrating Pentecost again and should take ourselves back in spirit to that time when the Holy Spirit filled the first followers of the Lord with His power and with His joy of victory. […]

Wrong Number?

May 29, 2022

For quite some time, I have been in contact with a young man who, with his family, lives in a Hutterite Colony in another province. For a while already, he has been asking for sermons, […]

Choose Joy!

May 21, 2022

At first glance, this challenge may seem like a contradiction, at least in an article addressed to seniors. Such an invitation would be more appropriate for those with life ahead of them. For someone who […]

I Am Leaving but Will Return

May 15, 2022

Leaving to return again appears to be a meaningless thing on the surface. But if we can penetrate deeply enough into the mind of Christ to grasp the true meaning of this significant act, we […]

“Do not be afraid; only believe”

May 11, 2022

With these words from Mark 5:36, the Lord Jesus comforted the ruler Jairus, who had come to Him for help for his daughter. When he had gone to Jesus, his daughter was still alive. Now […]

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