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Volume 5 Number 2

February 2003

St. Valentine, Cupid and Jesus Christ
By Gary Petty

On February 14 millions of people exchange tokens and messages of love and affection. Where and how did the curious customs of Valentine's Day begin? Does God have anything to say about such practices?

Tomorrow Never Comes
By Robert Berendt

How often have you said, "I'll do it tomorrow," or "I'll think about it tomorrow"?

That's What Friends Do
By Lorelei Nettles

Friendship is often shoved aside in our busy lives. We need to make special effort not to push out those we love.

Are You Pulling Your Own Hair?
By Steve and Jada Howell

Do we often overreact to situations without looking within? How can we better cope with offenses in life? Watching our newborn gave us food for thought about how adults react, and how we can better handle hurts and offense ourselves.

Virtual Christian Magazine Editorial
Don't Let Familiarity Breed Contempt
By Mike Blackwell

Do we give the Bible the respect it deserves?

Letters to the Editor

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