Number 106

Cover – When we think about Jesus we think manly about the cross and the sacrifice. But if we want to understand how great is Jesus’ sacrifice, we must realize that He is God, the creator of the universe. He is the one who gave the flower it’s beauty and fragrance. Indeed, He is worthy for our worship!
Page 2-3 – Table of Content, editor note and credits. Editor notes about the way that coaches of basketball teams in Israel use the name of God in vain.
Page 4 – Head of the family – How to submit to the righteousness of God by John Piper. What do we teach our children? Do we call them to repent? Do we teach them to walk in God’s ways? (From Desiring God Ministries).
Page 6 – Jesus is the creator by Jose Vaskas. Many in Israel – even in the “church”, denies the diety of Christ. But the scriptures says the He is God and that everything was created by Him and for Him.
Page 10– The Glory of Christ in his person by John Owen. The Glory of Christ revealed in his person as God and Man. This is the foundation of the church. (A chapter from John Owen’s book: The Glory of Christ).

Page 14 – Christ at work in me today by James Mcdonalld. People tend to think that God is not active now as He was before. Other concentrate in the future. We should know that Jesus works in us today – He helps us, encourages us, comfort us and gives us hope. (From Sola Scriptura).
Page 16 – Coming again by Marvin Rosenthal. When Jesus sat on mount olives He told the disciples that the temple will be destroyed. They asked Him when it will happen and when will come the end of the world/ Why did they ask the questions? What does it mean for us today? (From Zion’s Fire).
Page 23 – Deaf can hear by Ruth Ferguson. The story of Joshua’ deaf boy who grew up in Papua New gini. His sister describes the difficulties and frustrations in one hand and the grace of God from the other. An addition by Natasha Kuperman who work with the deaf in Grace and Truth church in Israel.
Page 28 – Time of promise and time to fulfil – by Eitan Kashtan. Immediatly after the people of Israel entered the promised land, God told them to circumcise the men and to celebrate the Passover. God fulfilled al His promises and denaded that Israel will do their part. God is faithful and we should obey Him.
Back Cover – “And the nations will know that I am the Lord” – Papua New Gini – Some details about Papua New Gini and about God’s people in this country.

 

Number 105

Cover – researches show that the genetic differences between people with dark skin and people with light skin are very minor. Black and white and slant eyed people and other with regular eyes needs the same gospel and can be saved only by faith in the sacrificial work of Jesus.
Page 2-3 – Table of Content, editor note and credits. Editor notes about racism and the unity of the church.
Page 4 – building a church – The Unity of the Body of Christ by John Murray. Unity in Christ means that we are united with Christ and therefore also with others. This kind of unity should encourage us to cooperate in a way that we all improve in holiness. (From The Banner of Truth).
Page 6 – Head of the family - The Next Generation by John Piper. Our children are born lost. The parents have the responsibility to teach them the word of God in a way that will encourage them to trust Christ. (from Desiring God Ministries).
Page 9– Christ’s Glory as God’s Representative by John Owen. Jesus is glorified first of all because He is the perfect revelation of the Father. Without Jesus we would not know God and we would not know about His Glory. (A chapter from John Owen’s book: The Glory of Christ).

Page 14 – Praying with pure motives – A Concern for God’s pardon by Steven Karloff. When we ask God to protect us from temptation we express our desire to obey Him and to according to His command. We also acknowledge that we can not do it without His grace. (From Zion’s Fire).
Page 16 – Races and racism by Ken Ham, Carl Wieland and Don Batten. Evolution us a racist theory. On the other hand’ the scriptures says that all the human race are the descendants of Adam and Eve. God saves people with no connection to the color of their skin or the shape of their eyes. (From Answers in Genesis).
Page 22 – John Bunyan, Ploughboy by Herbert Samworth. John Bunyan’ the authur of “Pilgirm’s Progress” and “The Holy War” was the son of a simple man. He learned the word of God and had to spend 12 years in prison because he was not willing to deny his faith in Jesus (From Sola Scriptura) An addition by Brian G. Hedges from Banner of Truth.
Page 26 – The Great Invitation – by Eitan Kashtan. All of us like to be invited’ especially if the invitation comes from God Himself. He invites His people to drink and to eat freely and to receive His wonderful blessings. He calls us to trust Hime and to depart from our sins.
Back Cover – “And the nations will know that I am the Lord” – Nepal – Some details about Nepal and about God’s people in this country.

 

Number 104

Cover – God’s revelation in suffering. No body likes to lose people who are close to his heart, or to lose all his belongings. Job lost both. When he needed help, his friend gave him a cold shoulder. But when he was in the pit of the earth, he met God in closeness he never experienced before. We should remember that when we filled overwhelmed by difficulties.
Page 2-3 – Table of Content, editor note and credits. Editor notes about my own experience studying the book of Job.
Page 4 – One, Two, Three – One! by Baruch Maoz. There is only one God. Still the Father is God’ the Son is God and the Holy Spirit is God. The three share one Essence – which is God. This truth is above our abukuty to understand, and all we can do is to believe and to praise God for His greatness.
Page 8 – William Tyndale by Eitan Kashtan. William Tyndale believed that each man has the right to read the scripture in his own language. He committed his life for that goal and even died for it. His life was a wonderful testimony for fauthfulness and for love to the word of God.

Page 11– No Cross, No Crown by Maurice Roberts. no one can enter the kingdom of God without suffering. The scriptures never promised that the journey to heaven will be easy. But the crown which waits for us put the difficulties in shade. (From The Banner of Truth).
Page 13 – Seeing Christ’s Glory by John Owen. When we see, in faith, Christ Glory, we grow spiritually. Our faith grow and our love for Christ get stronger. God gave us the ability to taste today some of the sweetness of His kingdom, where we will see the fullness of Christ’s glory. (A chapter from John Owen’s book: The Glory of Christ).
Page 16 – Christian Marriage author unknown. Marriage is a covenant between a man, a woman and God. Both man and woman takes responsibilities and both should keep those commitments. The husband, as the head of the family, must know his wife and serve her. (From Sword and Trowel).
Page 20 – The Canon of Scripture by Malcolm H. Watts. How did people determine what books included in the Bible? How do we know that the whole Bible is the word of God and there is no more? (From Sword and Trowel).
Page 24 – Praying with pure motives – A Concern for God’s pardon by Steven Karloff. The only explanation the Jesus provided His disciples when He taught them to pray, was about forgiveness. Since forgiveness of sins is crucial, we should turn to God and ask for it. We should also remember that Jesus commanded us to forgive others. (From Zion’s Fire).
Page 26 – God’s revelation in suffering – by Eitan Kashtan. Why did Job suffered? After all he was a good man who feared the Lord. It is obvious that he did not suffer as a punishment for sins. His friend did not understand, his wife did not understand and even he did not. But after God revealed Himself, Job new he should say nothing more.
Back Cover – “And the nations will know that I am the Lord” – Zimbabwe – Some details about Zimbabwe and about God’s people in this country.

 

Number 103

Cover – In the heart of any believer there is burning fire which form and change him. But this fire does not make him odd, and he does not lose his identity. The heat the comes from his heart brings hit to those around him, and they too can taste the sweetness of the Gospel.
Any Christian is a new creation and therefore all Christians transformed by God. But we should never be odd, but different and our lives should demonstrate the Grace of God in Christ.
Page 2-3 – Table of Content, editor note and credits. Editor notes about being normal but also different – that is the secrete of the Christian life.
Page 4 – Head of the family – Together in God’s presence by John Piper. There is no good reason for us to hand our children to babysitters as soon as we come to church. We should teach them to worship God with all the members of the family. (From Desiring God Ministries).
Page 7 – John Wychlif by Dr. Herbert Samworth. John Wyclif spent most of his life in translating the scriptures to his people’s language. He was persecuted but persevered. His life time project opened the door and later the Bible was translated to many languages. (from Sola Scriptura).

Page 10 – Building a Church – The new covenant and the new covenant people by John Piper. The local church stand on the basis of the new covenant. It is good when the covenant between the members of the church is publicly signed. (From Desiring God Ministries).
Page 12 – The Holy Spirit and man’s responsibility by Edwin Palmer. The Holy Spirit responsible for our salvation. No one can save himself. But the believers carry responsibility as well – we should be filled with the Spirit and be holy. (A chapter from Edwin’s Palmer book: The Holy Spirit).
Page 16 – Six days or millions of years? By Ken Ham. Did God really created the world in six days? Why is it so important? What are the main claims of those who believe that each day of creation was millions of years? How do we answer these claims? (From Answers in Genesis).
Page 24 – Praying with pure motives – A Concern for God’s provision by Steven Karloff. When we pray, When we ask for our daily bread, we express our confidence in His provision and we acknowledge the fact that we can not provide for ourselves.(From Zion’s Fire).
Page 26 – Restoration through Forgiveness by Doug Easterday. Many times we find it hard to be Godly because we fail to forgive. Forgiveness is a decision that should not be depended on emotions.(from Last Days Ministries).
Page 29 – the church face two dangers: first, she may fear the world and it’s influence that she would isolate herself and would not be able to bring the light in the dark. Second, She may want to influence so badly that she may compromise and adopt worldly principles. We should find the right balance. To be different but not odd (from Truth in Grace Ministries).
Back Cover – “And the nations will know that I am the Lord” – Singapore – Some details about Singapore and about God’s people in this country.

 

Number 102

Cover – It is said about Jerusalem that she does not have “night life”, but when some one looks at her shining walls when all the surroundings in dark, he may realize that Jerusalem is surly alive. During day and night she stand at the center of the world, she is “Jerusalem in Gold”. Whoever visits the city can feel the heart beat of history and who ever knows Christ knows that Jerusalem has a promising future.
Page 2-3 – Table of Content, editor note and credits. Editor notes about the place of Jerusalem in God’s plan and it’s importance in our days.
Page 4 – Eisegesis, a Genesis virus by Ken Ham. Our faith is based on our method of interpretation. If we trust our own wisdom we will be shifted from the truth. (From Creation magazine).

Page 6 – Building a Church - Church elders by Baruch Maoz. being an Elder or Pastor means to serve the public. God gave the elder important tasks and he should be willing to give up his comfort for the benefit of others.

Page 10 – The Head of the Family - Family Worship – some objections answered by Joel Beeke. Some Christians do not worship as family. Why and what to do? (From The Banner of Truth).
Page 13 – Here comes the Son by Marvin Rosenthal. When we think about the return of Jesus, we think about the grace of God, His holiness, His judgment and His blessings. (From Zion’s Fire).
Page 16 – Work by Ben Peterson. Today we look at work as an unpleasant must. But work is a blessing from God and we should be thankful for the opportunity to work. When we work we imitate Him and fulfill our destiny.
Page 22 – The Holy Spirit and His Symbols by Edwin Palmer. The Scriptures use many symbols to describe the Holy spirit. Each symbol adds to our understanding (A chapter from Edwin’s Palmer book: The Holy Spirit).
Page 26 – Praying with pure motives – A Concern for God’s will by Steven Karloff. When we pray, “Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done”, we express our concern for God’s will. The application of this pray is to serve God’ to preach the Gospel and to live according to His commands.(From Zion’s Fire).
Page 28 – Jerusalem – between despair and hope by Meno Kalisher. Jerusalem is not just another city. God chose to dwell in Jerusalem. Many wars and battles occurred in Jerusalem and many important events will happen in the city.
Back Cover – “And the nations will know that I am the Lord” – Kazakhstan – Some details about Kazakhstan and about God’s people in this country.
 

Number 101

Cover – When a child turns around and cannot find his father, he starts to cry, even if he is in an amusement park. On the other hand, when he holds His father’s hand he is happy even when they cross a dangerous road, because he feels secure. The same is true with our relationship to our heavenly father. When we close to Him and holding His hand we can feel His heart bit’ we enjoy His power, His wisdom and His grace in Christ.

Page 2-3 – Table of Content, editor note and credits. Editor notes about the Columbia shuttle disaster and God’s sovereignty.

Page 4 – Satan’s sifting by Cecil Siriwardene. Satan cannot do with us as he wishes. He may sift us but he cannot take us away from the Lord and from His grace. (From The Banner of Truth).

Page 6 – Back Track by Dan Hayden. It seems that the world, including the church, walks in the wrong way. Instead of walking toward the kingdom of heaven we go away from it. We should go back to our roots: to the scriptures, to the saving Gospel and to the correct image of Jesus Christ. (From Sola Scriptura).

Page 9 - The Father Heart of God by John Dawson. One of the most amazing things is that God is our Father. What does it mean? That He is the authority in our lives, that He is faithful and generous, that He is close to us, that He cares and that He loves us. Is there anything more wonderful? (From Last Days Ministries).

Page 12 – Science? – The Sixteen Grandsons of Noah by Herold Hunt. God saved Noah’s three sons. When they came out of the ark, they multiplied and from their descendant we have many nations who testify that the Bible is accurate. (From Creation magazine).

Page 14 – Praying with pure motives – A Concern for the person of God by Steven Karloff. When we pray, “Hallowed be Thy name”, we express our concern to the name of God and to our hope for His kingdom (From Zion’s Fire).

Page 16 – Let Your Fire Burn Brighter by Marvin Rosenthal. The world is getting cold. Why? Because people fail to see the greatness of God and His grace. When we think on the character of God and on His Grace, we let the fire in our heart burn brighter. (From Zion’s Fire).

Page 20 – The Holy Spirit and the Church by Edwin Palmer. The Holy Spirit does not work only in individuals but also in the church. He establishes churches and equips her for her duties. He governs the church. (A chapter from Edwin’s Palmer book: The Holy Spirit).

Page 24 – All things Work Together for Good by Andrew Fuller. We all know to quote this verse, but what is the meaning of it? Is it true that all things work together for Good? How should we deal with bad things in our lives? (From Sword and Trowel).

Page 28 – Head of the family - Raising Christ-like Children in the 21st Century By Scott Pierre. If we want our children to be like Jesus Christ, we should be an example for them. We should be like Christ, to be humble, to learn from others, and mainly to love the Lord with all of our heart, might and soul.

Page 29 – Sabbath by Eitan Kashtan. Jesus said that the Sabbath was given to men. Should we keep the Sabbath? What can we do on the Sabbath day and what should we avoid? The Sabbath day is a wonderful expression of the grace of God.

 Back Cover – “And the nations will know that I am the Lord” – In the Columbia shuttle was an Israeli, Ilan Ramon. On the shuttle were three Christians. Rick Husband, the commander, left a great testimony even from the space. Yes, God’s testimony riches the whole universe.

Number 100

Cover – Sometimes there is a big gap between words to it’s practical meaning that causes the words to loose it’s purpose. That happened to the word of God in the well known phrase: Hear O, Israel (Deau. 6,4-9). These verses do not speak about magic or ritual. Truly there is one God, who control all things and we should love Him with all of our heart, soul and might.
Page 2-3 – Table of Content, editor note and credits. Editor notes about the place of the Christian in Israel in light of the Terror and the economic crisis.
Page 4 – Science? Where are all the people? by Don Batten Six Billion people lives on earth today. If the world would be old, the population would be much higher. (From Creation Magazine).

Page 6 – The head of the family – raising children in Christ by Baruch Maoz. Christian training is one of the great commands God have given us. It is crucial that we teach our children to fear the Lord and to love others.
Page 11 – The call to Serve by Loren Cunningham – sometimes we think that Christians should not be involved in certain areas. But it is not so. Any area that we would not touch will be forsaked and would not benefit from the word of God. We should be involve and to bring the voice of God to our society. (From Last Days Ministries).

 Page 14 – Right Attitude by David R. Way – Apostle John is a great example. The love of God effected him greatly. Why should we love? Who should we love? (From Zion’s Fire).
Page 16 – The Answer to temptation by Leith Samuel. Each one of us faces temptations. Who tempt us? Why do we tempted? What are the common temptations? How to fight them? Is there a difference between temptations and trials? What can we gain from temptations and how can we gain a victory?
Page 21 – The Holy Spirit and prayer by Edwin Palmer. The holy Spirit is the source of all spiritual prayers. We are called to pray in the Spirit and to the Spirit. And also the Spirit prays for us. (A chapter from Edwin’s Palmer book: The Holy Spirit).
Page 24 – By life or by death by Dan Hayden. Two car accidents occurred at the same season. In each car was a Christian driver who was on his way to serve others. One driver was killed and the others was not hurt. Why? What can we learn from it about God and about ourselves? (From Truth in Grace ministries).
Page 26 – Praying with pure motives – Our Father in Heaven by Steven Karloff. When Jesus tought His disciples how to pray’ he started with the words: “Our Father in Heaven”. The fact that God is our father testify to His closeness. When we call God “Abba” (father we declare our relationships with Him. (From Zion’s Fire).
Page 28 – Hear O, Israel by Eitan Kashtan. All Jewish people know the “Shma”. They wake up in the morning and repeat those verses from Deat 6, 4-9. When they are in danger they say the verses with a belief it may help. In many Christian congregations in Israel all the meetings start when all the people call the “Shma” together. But the issue is to understand the meaning of these verses and to apply it in our lives.
Page 31 – Money matters By Orna Grinman. The scriptures says that “the worker is worthy of his support”, but we’ the Christians in Israel believe that if we buy from a fellow Christian we should not pay the right price and we can pay some months later. We should learn to respect our sisters and brothers who serves us and to pay what they deserve and on time.
Back Cover – “And the nations will know that I am the Lord” - Benin – Some details about Benin and about God’s people in this country.
 

Number 99

Cover – Many people see the will of God as a mysterious thing. They try to find ways to reveal the will of God. But God’s will is not a secret since He revealed it to us. The Holy Spirit gave us the word of God and also guides us through circumstances, conscience and wisdom. Go, therefore, and find the will of God.
Page 2-3 – Table of Content, editor note and credits. Editor notes about the importance of the word of God and the opening of the Scriptorium in Orlando Florida.
Page 4 – Succoth by Kevin Howard. Jesus said that He is the source of living water and that He is the light of the world. We should not be surprised that He chose to bring the message in the feast of Succoth (feast of tabernacles). (From Zion’s Fire).

Page 8 – Where is the Joy by Dan Hayden. Today people think that joy is just a good feeling. But scriptures say that we should be joyful even in the midst of problems. If we have the Joy of Christ we will be able to do it for this kind of joy depends on God’s promises in Christ. ). (From Zion’s Fire).

Page 11 – Building a Church, No church member is an island – Many Christians feel lonesome. They find it hard to make friends with their fellow believers and do not attend the church meetings regularly. Many times they carry the responsibility for their loneliness and they should try to to change it. (From Sword and Trowel ).

Page 14 – Jealousy, Our Hidden sin By John Dawson. Many of us fail when it comes to jealousy. Jealousy brought the first murder and it keeps hurting the human society and even the church. Why do we jealous? How can we overcome this sin? (From Last Days Ministries).
Page 16 – The Holy Spirit and guidance by Edwin Palmer. The holy Spirit guide us through the scriptures, the circumstances, conscience and wisdom. We need to be careful when we make decisions. The scriptures have all that we need for god’s fearing life and we don’t need any other revelation. (A chapter from Edwin’s Palmer book: The Holy Spirit).
Page 22 – The head of the family, husbands and wives by Baruch Maoz. What is the covenant of marriage? What commitments the husband takes upon himself and what commitments the has? What is the place of God in this covenant and when can it be broken?
Page 25 – Jesus is God! By Daniel Yahav. Jesus is God! If we will fail to stand for that truth we will loose the basis of our faith. Jesus is God as the Holy Spirit is God and as the Father is God.
Page 26 – Science? The big picture by Ken Ham. Many Christians do not believe that God created the world in six literal days. In fact, by doing that, they question the authority of the Bible. The result is that the whole bible loose it’s trustfulness and the Christian church has no ability to influence the society. (From Creation Magazine).
Page 28 – Praying with pure motives by Steven Karloff. Pure prayer comes out of pure motives and takes its form from the knowledge about God. Idol worshipers pray with words only because their God is not knowable. (From Zion’s Fire).
Page 30 – Before whom I stand by Sasha Siriapov. Elijah was a humble man. In one hand he was simple man but on the other he was brave to stand against idols and governments. Are we willing to stand for God’s truth even when it may risk us? Do we have strong and stable faith?
Back Cover – “And the nations will know that I am the Lord” - Holland – Some details about Holland and about God’s people in this country.

Number 98

Cover – Fire may be beneficial or to cause a harm. In one hand it may clean and sanctify but on the other it may burn. Christians enjoy the benefit as the Holy Spirit purifies at the same manner as goldsmith purifies the gold. The process may be slow and painful but at the end we will be pure and holy like our Lord.

Page 2-3 – Table of Content, editor note and credits. Editor notes about abortions.

Page 4 – Praying with pure motives by Steven Karloff. Jesus’ disciples asked Him to teach them how to pray. What were His pure motives? (From Zion’s Fire).

Page 6 – Could Adam Really Name all those Animals? by William Spear. How could Adam, who was created few hours earlier, name all the animals? Where did he obtain the knowledge? How much time did it take? (From Impact Magazine - ICR).

Page 8 – Children… Things We Throw Away? By Melody Green. Abortions are horrible. The modern world developed many ways to kill embryos and it is a very common. Abortion is sin against God. (From Last Days Ministries).

Page 12 – How are We Dead to the Law? By Maurice Roberts. Some people are alive to the law and the law is alive for them. They try to please God by obeying the Law of Moses. For others, the law is dead and they live in lawlessness but the truth is that God called us to die for the law and to leave for Christ. (From Banner of Truth).

Page 14 – Where are All the Men? By Dan Hayden. How did it happen that selfishness became a character of men? Why is it so hard to find spiritual men who love the Lord and lead their family in a Godly way? (From Truth in Grace).

Page 16 – Charles Spurgeon: Preaching Through Adversity by John Piper. Spurgeon’s life where not easy. He suffered from a severe disease, his wife was very sick and many Christians renounced him. But he never ceased to serve the Lord because he loved the Savior. God’s work through Spurgeon influenced the life of the church in Europe and worldwide. (From founder’s journal).

Page 22 – The Holy Spirit and Sanctification by Edwin Palmer. New birth take place in an instant, and since then starts the process of his sanctification. The Holy Spirit sanctifies us and we should take some actions as well. At the end of this precious process we will be Christ like. (A chapter from Edwin’s Palmer book: The Holy Spirit).

Page 28 – Love for God’s Commandment – God’s Commandments to Love by Eitan Kashtan. A teaching from 2 John. God commanded us to love each other. But there is no love without obeying the commandment of God and there is no love when we compromise the truth of God. We have to love each other and we have to rebuke the false teachers.

Page 31 – A Meeting of the Board by Richard Wallarab. What would happen if Jesus would run the church as we do it today? Here we have the imaginary minutes of the Church where the disciples have complains about the low attendance. (From Christianity Today).

Back Cover – “And the nations will know that I am the Lord” - Angola – Some details about Angola and about God’s people in this country.

Number 97

Cover – Cloning has many faces. Some say that cloning can help couples to have children, others say it can bring new hope for the sick. The problem is that cloning may develop in to production of people that may not as cute as those in the picture.
Page 2-3 – table of content, editor note and credits. Editor notes about the way God used the Passover message to call the editor to repentance.
Page 4 – Passover by Eitan Kashtan. The Passover is not merely a reminder of the exodus from Egypt. The last supper of our Lord was the Passover meal. There is a strong connection between the redemption of Israel from slavery in Egypt and our redemption from slavery to sin in to freedom in Christ. Addition on Leaven by Kevin Howard (From Zion’s Fire).

Page 7 – Humility by Andrew Mori. God calls us to be humble. He demonstrates real humility in the life and death of our Lord. Jesus was humble from the very moment He became a man, even in Mary’s womb. (From Last Days Ministries).
Page 10 – The Holy Spirit and regeneration by Edwin Palmer. Jesus said that no man can enter the kingdom of God unless He would be born again by the Holy Spirit. The regeneration is an act of God and we do not contribute anything for it. (A chapter from Edwin’s Palmer book: The Holy Spirit).

Page 14 – Before the Manger by Dan Hayden. Jesus was born to a virgin. This is important and wonderful fact. Even today, where cloning became an option, Jesus’ birth is still unique. (From Truth in Grace Ministries).
Page 16 – Does this Railroad Lead to Heaven? By P.M. Dosh. A True story on a young girl who took the train to meet her Mom who died. Jesus said that we should be like children. (From Last Days Ministries)
Page 18 – When We are Wronged by Dr. J. Adams. How do we act when someone hurt us? Of course we forgive him. But what do we do when he hurt us again and again even seven times? What is forgiveness? How to forgive? When to forgive? (Sword and Trowel).
Page 22 – Women Ministering in Small Congregations By Sheila Kurzap. Some women (and also men) think that there is no much benefit if they serve God in small places. But it is not so. We should be faithful to the Lord and use any opportunity to serve Him and His Church. (From The Banner of Truth).
Page 24 – Gone! By Marvin Rosenthal. On the empty tomb of Jesus someone could hang a sign – Gone! Jesus was risen from the death and will never die again. Therefore we will rise from the death and will worship him forever. (From Zion’s Fire).
Page 26 – Embryo Cloning and the Treatment of Disease by Ivan Watson. Cloning - is it good or bad? Should Christian support it or oppose it? Does the Bible have something to say about it?
Page 29 – Partial Obedience by Eitan Kashtan. It is good to be merciful – and King Saul had mercy for the king of Amalek. It is good to give God the best we have – and king Saul kept the best animals for God. So, why God was upset with him?
Back Cover – India – Some details about India and about God’s people in this country.

Number 96

Page 2-3 – table of content, editor note and credits.

Page 4 – Chanukah by Kevin Howard. We all know the tradition of Chanukah but only few of us familiar with its historical background and it’s implication. (From Zion’s Fire).

Page 8 – Gossip by Melody Green. What is Gossip? Why do we gossip? What damage it brings? What responsibilities lay on the one who speaks and the one who listens? What does the Bible says about it? (From Last Days Ministries).

Page 10 – Money in the Church by Baruch Maoz. Any Church has its plans and dreams. How to express these plans with numbers? How to build budget for the church and hoe to follow the cash flow of the church?

Page 14 – Georgi Vins – Russian Gospel Messenger. Mr. Vins followed his father roots. He shared the Gospel and the former Soviet Union and did not cease even when was arrested. When was banished to America, Vins continued to work for the sake of the believers in Russia. (From Russian Gospel Ministries newsletter).

Page 16 – Fighting Hellenization by Baruch Maoz. In the time of Chanukah, the people of Israel faced a great temptation: to adopt the Greek religion and to live in comfort or to trust the God of Israel and to pay the price. Today we face the same problem: to adopt Hellenism – to be like the world or to trust the Gospel of Jesus and to walk in His ways.

Page 20 – Hang on a Tree by Dan Hyden. Why was Christ crucified? Why he was not stoned to death, as the Jewish law require? The crucifixion emphasized the guilt and shame that we deserve and which Christ carried on our behalf. (From Truth in Grace).

Page 22 – Faith that work – By Alistair Mackenzie. Not only a man that works in a Christian work place can serve God. Our working place is a fruitful place to serve God in Christ. Our faith should bare fruit anywhere, even in our working place. (From In Touch).

Page 23 – “I will put My Law within them” by Dalia Alon. The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob promised His salvation to Jews and Gentiles alike. Jesus broke the hatred and now, all of us who believe in Him share the same inheritance.

Page 24 – The Holy Spirit and Jesus Christ by Edwin Palmer. Jesus is God and therefore need nothing. But when He became flash He needed the Holy Spirit. The spirit worked in the life of Jesus from birth, and even before, when He was a child, in His baptism, in His ministry, when He died on the cross and when he ascended to heaven. (A chapter from Edwin’s Palmer book: The Holy Spirit).

Page 28 – Like Father Like Son by Eitan Kashtan. David was a man after God’s heart but he had a weakness with women. Solomon had divided heart and his father’s weakness was even greater in his life. Rehoboam, Solomon’s son had not heart for God and the people of Israel had to pay a terrible price. The way we act has great influence on our children and they may become just like us.

Page 31 – Imagination or Reality. A mysterious epidemic attack the whole world. Many people die but there is hope. Your son is the only person who has the right kind of blood to produce the medicine. But, in order to save the world from total destruction all the blood is needed. In the memorial service, after some years, no one remembers the suffering you go through and the willingness of your son. Do we appreciate the scarify of Christ and of the Father who sent His only begotten Son?

Back Cover – Afghanistan – Some details about Afghanistan and about God’s people in this country.

Number 95

Cover – Real Faith grows on the fertilize ground of the Word of God. It is faith that drinks its power from God’s power and from His word and become strong like oak tree, which its deep roots, give it strength and stability.

Page 2-3 – table of content, editor note and credits.

Page 4 – Rosh Hashanah by Kevin Howard. The feast of trumpet should call the people of Israel to return to Christ. It is so sad that our nation blind to the truth. (From Zion’s Fire).

Page 7 – What if? By Dan Hayden. What would happen if Christ did not rose from the death? It would make our faith empty. Thank God for the resurrection because it is crucial for our salvation. (From Zion’s Fire).

Page 10 – The Holy Spirit and illumination by Edwin Palmer. The word of God is perfect but no man can understand it without the illumination from the Holy Spirit. We totally depend on the Holy Spirit. (A chapter from Edwin’s Palmer book: The Holy Spirit).

Page 14 – Faith and Logic by Menachem Ben Haim. We all try to prove our faith by using logical terms. Why most of the educated people do not believe? Because their will is stronger that their willingness to consider Christianity.

Page 21 – Living for 900 years by Carl Wiland. The Bible says that before the flood people lived for hundreds of years. How can it be possible? Why don’t we live so many years? (From Creation magazine).

Page 24 – Church membership by Baruch Maoz. What is the meaning of Church membership? Is there a difference between Church members and those that visit the church? Membership is a commitment!

Page 26 – the requirements for service by Eitan Kashtan. In order to serve God we need a special heart: heart to the work, heart to the Word and heart for Worship and holiness. Nehemiah and his people had this kind of heart.

Page 30 – “Waiter, I have a fly in my Church” by Eitan Kashtan. How can we swallow our church? Why so many of us cannot find a church that would fit our taste? We should stop complaining and start to help improve our church.

Back Cover – Hong Kong – Some details about Hong Kong and about God’s people in this country.

Number 94

Cover – God Chose to reveal Himself through the scripture and creation. All that He created testifies to His Greatness and wisdom even the smallest grain of the wheat.

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Page 4 – I can’t forgive myself by Melody Green. Sometimes our friend forgive us’ God forgives us but we are not willing to forgive ourselves. Why? What to do? (From Last Days Ministries).

Page 8 – Why study the scriptures by W. Hillsden. If we study the scripture our faith will grow, we will be able to see the difference between good and bad, and we will be able to share the Gospel. God commanded us to study His word.

Page 14 – The Holy Spirit and revelation by Edwin Palmer. Without revelation from God we know nothing. God reveal to us all that we know through His general revelation (Creation) and His special revelation (the Bible). In both revelations the Holy Spirit has an important role. (A chapter from Edwin’s Palmer book: The Holy Spirit).

Page 15 – Eschatology and evangelism among the Jews by Sigal Amitai. Is there any connection between the last days and evangelism to the Jews? Can non-Jewish Christians share the Gospel with Jews? Is there a Jewish way to share the Gospel?

Page 17 – What does it mean? by Ray Pritz. How should we call our congregations (in Hebrew)?

Page 18 – Christian Jews and Christian Palestinians by Lisa Loden. An overview about the relationships between Christian Jews, Christian Israeli-Arabs and Christian Palestinians in the light of the Arab Israeli conflict.

Page 22 – Unity in Christ – By Baruch Maoz. The unity of the body of Christ express it self inside the churches and between the churches. There are blessings that we can enjoy only at the local Church.

Page 26 – Think right by Orit Kashtan. Negative thinking may cause difficulties. How to think positive? Think about God’s grace.

Page 30 – the intention is not all by Eitan Kashtan. Good intentions are not always enough. In addition to real faith and willingness to serve we must serve God according to His word.

Back Cover– “Worthy art thou to take the book, and to break its seals, for Thou wast slain, and didst purchase for God with Thy blood men from every tribe and tongue and people and nation” (Rev. 9:5). Who is worthy to open the seal (HaChotam)? Only Jesus and our desire is to praise Him. The purpose of HaChotam Publishing is to exalt Christ and to help all of us to walk in His path. Come, join our wonderful journey to the source of the living water, to the hills and rivers where God works. Let us find the beauty of God and the sweetness of His word.