Messenger 2016

Annie and Max excitedly ran off the school bus that left them in front of their home, not noticing how muddy their boots were getting as they ran through the puddles of rain. It was a very grey and foggy afternoon, and thunder seemed to be approaching. “Grandpa! Grandpa!” they both shouted as they came [...]

In the last article we learned that cholesterol is not only good, but is an essential substance that we need for our health; however, in large amounts it becomes deadly, causing disease and death. To summarize what we learned previously, our bodies need cholesterol for various vital body functions. Our own bodies synthesize all the [...]

Unity in the church is needed among those who profess to be waiting for the second Advent of Christ. On the other hand, Satan is striving with all his power to see that the church of God will not move in one accord. He wants us to be in disunion, thinking that then defeating us [...]

Is Christmas pagan, Christian or just convenient? "Christmas is coming," is the note that is sounded throughout our world from east to west and from north to south. With youth, those of mature age, and even the aged, it is a period of general rejoicing, of great gladness. But what is Christmas, that it should [...]

Punishment for sin—perhaps in itself, so familiar a topic at first glance! Yet we must realize that, as we near the close of time (only a short time separates us from eternity), Satan’s efforts have much more intensified. He knows that “he hath but a short time.” Revelation 12:12. He untiringly sets worldly pleasures at [...]

Right now, millions of people are digging into their food with them. They have stood the test of time as a utensil for humans, even when countless thousands of other tools, gadgets and products have not. Used by Chinese, Japanese, Koreans and other Asians, these devices are held between the thumb and fingers. Commonly they [...]

What does the Bible say about jealousy? When we use the word “jealous,” we use it in a sense of being envious of someone who has something we do not have. This kind of jealousy is a sin and is not characteristic of a Christian; rather, it shows that we are still being controlled by [...]

In our world today, everything is fast moving. People seem to be in a continual hurry, speed is the key word. Cars and airplanes are made to go faster and faster, to save time; every minute is so precious.  Even Christians are caught in this mad rush—so many things to do and to take care [...]

The Reformation Messenger - December 2016