Faith

"Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." (Hebrews 11:1).

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Are We Our Brother's Keeper?

America witnessed its share of Good Samaritans during and after the recent World Trade Center disaster. They are to be commended for their call to duty and sacrifice, some even giving up their lives in the process.
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What's the Deal Breaker?

Don't let anything limit your commitment to God. Consider the inspiring example of an elderly woman who said, "It's not too hard for me."
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Perseverance: Staying With It to the End

Jesus Christ is waiting to say "Well done!" to all His faithful servants who endure life's trials.
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What I Learned in Jail

Teaching art to prisoners has been enlightening to me.
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Virtuous Lady of Acts

Some people's performances are so special that they warrant immortal mention in the Bible.
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Profiles of Faith: John - An Apostle of Godly Love

John was an apostle who reflected God's love. He taught the truth and worth of godly love and left us an outstanding example.
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Billions Are Waiting on You!

Our faithfulness now is a necessary step in bringing the fulfillment of God's plan to the billions yet to be saved.
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America's Religious Roots

America's citizens "all were reared in a British climate of opinion, with the Ten Commandments at the back of their minds, when not in the forefront."
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The Danger of Forgetting God

Editorial note from Scott Ashley
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But I Can't Walk on Water

New learning experiences can be difficult, but rewarding.
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Recapture Your First Love

Satan's attacks on the Ephesians are eerily reminiscent of trials and heresies faced today. The Bible shows how to overcome the resultant loss of "first love."
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Caring for Our Needy Brethren in Developing Areas

God's love motivates us to want to care for those in need. But how can we give in ways that really help?
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Rise Above Peer Pressure

Pressure to conform is especially powerful when we are young. How does peer pressure work and how can we master it?
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Profiles of Faith: Timothy - Paul's Son in the Faith

One of the great lessons we learn from Timothy is to practice genuine faith.
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The Olivet Prophecy The Prescription for Such a Time as This

The three parables of Matthew 25 instruct us on how to be ready and how to be so doing. They give us great insight on how to exercise judgment, mercy, faith with God and all humankind. So let's ask ourselves…
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Water From the Well of Life

Pentecost reminds us of the 'living water' of God's Holy Spirit that sustains us in these troubled times and strengthens us to do God's work.
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Lest We Forget

Is it because God makes miracles look so easy that we so easily forget them?
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Becoming "All Weather" Christians

Bad times drive some away from God, and good times draw others away. God wants us to stay with Him, through thick and thin.
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Christian Warfare

The Bible describes Christians as soldiers. Like any other soldier, they must learn to survive the inevitable battle to fight another day. What are the weapons of a Christian soldier, and how does a soldier for Christ define victory?
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Sowing in Fertile Ground

While working with Herbert Armstrong (a minister and evangelist) as his personal aide, I assisted him with many philanthropic projects. This project in particular continues to yield amazing fruit.