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“Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it.”—Matthew 7:13-14

Volume 8 Number 2

February 2006

Overcoming Adversity Requires Perseverance
By Rod Hall

While mustering human perseverance can pay off, most people are still not as successful as they could be because they fail to utilize one additional critical key in becoming a successful overcomer. Do you have what it takes?

Sticks and Stones May Break My Bones
By Jean Jantzen

It seems people just naturally like to talk about people. But does what we say help or harm our relationships?

Sauerkraut—More Than Cabbage
By Robert Berendt

A recipe from a dying old man taught me about more than just preserving cabbage. God has His own method of preserving—it’s called conversion.

Head-to-Head and Heart-to-Heart
By Larry J. Walker

Communication is one of the most important processes of human life. Yet in many ways, it is an area with the greatest need for improvement.

Would Jesus Christ Be Elected to the White House?
By Howard Davis

Jesus Christ remains one of the most respected and controversial leaders the world has ever known. Most people acknowledge that He was good; many believe He was a uniquely great man, but would people be willing to vote for him?

Letters to the Editor

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