God helps overcome temptation

Read Luke 4:1-13 If you’re like me, you dislike temptation. Confronting it is painful; sometimes you’d rather be tortured by the CIA than face temptation. It’s as challenging as confronting conflict; few people enjoy that.

Years Ago

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago March 2 - 8, 2000Stef Taylor, of Baxter Springs, traveled to Newton to represent the southeast region of Kansas in the state Elks Hoop Shoot in the 10-11-year-old division. Stef is the daughter of Steve and Anne Taylor.

Avoid giving in to foolish desires

The Beginning of KnowledgeIn the early days of the Lord’s church, first century Christians were still learning. The establishment of leadership positions within the body, relations with non-believers, and avoidance of impure behaviors were essential concepts that needed to be shared.

Jesus brings righteousness, life

Messages from St. Paul’s Lutheran ChurchStudy Texts: Luke 9:28-36We can identify with Peter. When he saw something good, he wanted it. He wanted it now, and he wanted it for keeps. Who could fault him?Peter once stood before Jesus and gave voice to this truth: You are the One.

Trustworthiness more valuable than gold

Last week I ended my column on trustworthiness by stating that building trust is like building a tower with blocks. Each time you do something to show you are trustworthy, you add another block to your tower making it stronger. You build these towers of trust with everyone you come in contact with.

Years Ago

25 Years Ago March 2 - 8, 2000The featured 4-H’er is Derek Daniels, 12, son of Brad and Rebecca Daniels of Weir. He is a member of the Prairie Ramblers 4-H Club.

Supporting parents helps prevent child abuse

When businesses support working parents, they’re not just boosting their bottom line, they’re helping prevent child abuse and neglect. In South Dakota, 72.

Obedience leads to strength

Read Joshua 5:13-21Many of you likely remember being told not to do something yet doing it anyway. We’ve all experienced this, whether it was on the extreme end (going to parties, hanging out with bad influences, doing drugs, or drinking alcohol) or not doing homework or chores.

Only pure of heart will see God

The Beginning of KnowledgeKing David was a man after God’s own heart (1 Samuel 13:14). His reign over the kingdom given to him was marked by many successes, and not a few errors.

All called to forgiveness of others

Messages from St. Paul’s Lutheran ChurchStudy Texts: Genesis 45:3-15We all have known families where relationships are estranged. Brokenness between siblings and between generations stems from unforgiven sin.