Their Stories Keep Alive – November 11, 2001
We often speak of a young person’s life as “full of promise”—marriage and children, friendships, productive work, contributions to church and community—a rich harvest. When...
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Everyday Heroes – November 04, 2001
It’s not uncommon to find people trying to avoid unpleasant responsibilities. But heroes of everyday life don’t evade responsibilities. They keep striving in small, seemingly...
Forgive – October 28, 2001
For many, the most difficult commandment of God is that we love our enemies. Hating our enemies comes naturally to us. When we’ve been hurt...
Collecting Happiness – October 21, 2001
It’s easy to be thankful for spring sunshine, the laughter of children, fields of colorful flowers, and rain. However, we often fail to think past...
Improving the Atmosphere – October 14, 2001
Most people would agree that our greatest happiness is found in the home. It’s there we learn the vital lessons of love and friendship that...
Lost and Found – October 07, 2001
Who among us has not been lost? Whether as a school child with tear-stained cheeks; a teenager who thought he knew the way; or a...
Let Your Spirit Shine – September 30, 2001
No nation, no village, no individual is exempt from adversity. Each one of us experiences sore trials from time to time, and we are united...
Consider the Lilies – September 23, 2001
When we contemplate the beauty of this world God has chosen to share with us, our thoughts are drawn to the miracle of creation. When...
One Nation Under God – September 16, 2001
Tragedy has knocked at our nation’s Golden Door. The dust fell so thick, and so heavy, we felt it all around us, even though we’re...