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The Liberty Bell
On November 1, 1751, members of the Pennsylvania Assembly ordered a bell for the State House (now Independence Hall) steeple. It was to be cast by Whitechapel Foundry of London in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the writing of the 1701 Charter of Privileges by William Penn. The bell was delivered to Philadelphia on September 1, 1752… Read More
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Lean On Me
For You are my hope, Lord God, my confidence from my youth. I have leaned on You from birth; (Ps. 71:5-6) Derek Redmond trained for four years to compete in the 1988 Seoul Olympics, but before his first race began he tore his Achilles tendon and didn’t even start the race. So he trained for four… Read More
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Coals Of Fire
“If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him something to drink. For in so doing you will be heaping fiery coals on his head” (Romans 12:20) Romans 12:20 is a direct quote from Proverbs 25:22, “If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat, and if he is thirsty,… Read More
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Inside Out
Saul was anointed king of Israel against God’s better judgement. God wanted to be the King and sole leader of Israel, but the Israelites complained that they wanted a human king like the other nations, so God relented and appointed Saul. (I Samuel 8) Saul and his son Jonathan were great warriors, defeating many of… Read More
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What is Available?
Israel has been under Canaanite oppression for 20 years, led by evil Canaanite king Jabin. Deborah, the judge in Israel at the time, summons Israeli General Barak, informing him that if he will mobilize 10,000 soldiers to confront King Jabin’s General Sisera, God will give Israel the victory. Barak lacks both confidence and faith, so… Read More
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Giving Your Best
God wanted the children of Israel to have a material representation in their midst to remind them of His presence among them, and He gave specific instructions on the design of this “tabernacle”. He also gave specific instructions as to His choice of artisans to design and craft the articles that were to be contained… Read More
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Pursuing Peace
The book of Judges recounts an ongoing pattern in the life of the nation of Israel. First they are living in peace and security, obedient to God’s laws. Then they fall into rebellion against God and His guidelines, and God sends an enemy to oppress them. When Israel has suffered for a period of time,… Read More
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One Courageous Act
One of the saddest lines in the Old Testament is this one, concerning King Jehoram, “He died to no one’s regret.” Jehoram’s successor was his youngest son Ahaziah who ascended to the throne at the age of 22. He reigned for one year, and was killed in a political coup. His mother Athaliah assumed control… Read More
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A Little Flavor
One of our favorite summer camp activities occurred at dinnertime. It brought pure joy to unscrew the lid of the salt-shaker, and then watch with glee as someone “accidentally” poured the entire contents on their meal. WHY was this so funny? Because a little salt adds flavor, while too much salt renders the meal inedible. In Bible… Read More
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The Influence of One
Kings 5:1-19 The little girl had been taken captive when her city was attacked and occupied by a foreign nation. She became the servant of a powerful general’s wife, and served her faithfully. When the general was ravaged by a serious, potentially fatal disease, the little girl spoke up. “If only he would go see… Read More