July – August 2008
Speaking of the existence of God, Paul writes “What may be known about God is plain… for since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities – His eternal power and divine nature – have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made” (Romans 1:19-20 tniv).
When we s…
The Bombardier Beetle Read More »
Who are these, like stars appearing,
These before God’s Throne who stand?
Each a golden crown is wearing,
Who are all this glorious band?
(Hymn 310)
Following the call of the Gentiles and the universal response of all nations, there is a command to sing and be joyful (v13). B…
“Who hath Begotten Me These?” Read More »
Marriage is, with the exception of baptism, the most important step a brother or sister in Christ can ever take. It is an unbreakable bond, a holy covenant which is blessed by our heavenly Father Himself. In this vile, changing, illogical world, where marriage is treated with scant regard by so many…
Being Equally Yoked Together Read More »
Language: It is sublime, exalted and majestic; and it befits the lofty subject of God’s salvation and the glorification of Zion. It is poetic, as can be seen from the rsv.
Most Quoted: With the exception of Psalms, it is the most quoted Old Testamant book in the New Testament. It is the basis o…
Isaiah: A Breakup and Summary Read More »
Documents recently released by the British National Archives have revealed the extent of debate among British diplomats over the fate of “Jewish refugees fleeing the ashes of post-war Germany” (‘Documents reveal historic debate over Jewish refugees,’ Israel National News, 14 May 2008 http://…
The British Diplomatic Crisis Behind Exodus 1947 Read More »
One of the most breathtaking developments in recent years is Russia’s religious revival. Reading Christadelphian prophetic literature written in the 1960s and 1970s, you sense a desperate search for anything which may suggest that Russia may be seeking after religion again. Any potential links wit…
Russia’s Revival in the Latter Days Read More »
The secret of success is constancy of purpose, said Disraeli. Jesus said, “He that endureth to the end shall be saved.” We must keep on keeping on.
There is a marker on the rock near the top of Mt Washington. It marks the spot where a woman climber lay down and died. She was so close to the t…
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Over the last few years the issue relating to the Biblical role of sisters in the ecclesia has been the subject of significant debate. The only authority we have in resolving this question is to appeal to the weight and influence of the Scriptures themselves. Hence the three articles which make up o…
The Challenge to Headship – The Scriptural Perspective Read More »
In doing our daily readings, it is often useful to reflect over where we have come over the past days. At the time of preparing this exhortation, the first reading for the day, April 6, was Numbers 22 and 23. Over the prior week, from Numbers 14 to 23, 38 years passed for the children of Israel as t…
Coping with Trial on the Border of the Kingdom Read More »
How can ecclesias most effectively respond to the new interpretations that are now being promoted in regard to the role of sisters?
Begin by understanding
An effective response calls for wisdom, a combination of insight and practical action. But understanding must come first – an understanding o…
What Ecclesias Should Do Read More »
