The Beginning of a New Life
This is a very special morning, in that one of today s youth has heeded the call of the Scriptures and set himself apart from the world We, too, on this special occasion are renewed in our faith, and strengthened …
Archives
The Christadelphian TidingsThe Christadelphian Tidings (1958 – 1998) is published bi-monthly for the Christadelphians of North America and provides news on Christadelphian events in that area, but also provides general articles of Biblical exposition and exhortation.
Our Statement of Faith – Part seventeen
That the way to obtain this salvation is to believe the gospel they preached, and to take on the name and service of Christ, by being thereupon immersed in water, and continuing patiently in the observance of all things He …
The Sin of Jeroboam
Sin Of Jeroboam
The history of the kings of Israel and Judah, recorded in the books of Kings and Chronicles, is more than just history In agreement with the statement of Paul, in II Tim 3 16, it is history …
Signs of the Times – Part unknown
Russian Growth On The Sea
One of the most disturbing developments in arms power of the United States is the ever increasing size of the Soviet sea capabilities, in manpower, ships and planes. There has been a dramatic increase in …
Editorial
Recently we spent a day at the beach and watched with interest the children building castles in the sand. One particular sand castle was huge and quite elaborate. Several children were diligently at work when we stopped to admire their …
Practical Religion – Part nine
V. 19 “Thou believest that there is one God” — see the third point in the background notes preceding 2:14.
“Even the demons believe” — even demented people assent to this great truth (cf. Matt. 8:29; Luke 4:41) so mere …
The Promises of God – Part unknown
Promise 1
Genesis 15:1
“.. . Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.”
A shield is a broad piece of defensive armor which was carried on the arm or in the hand when there was …
Emphasis
Compared to most other people in the world, we live in luxury Even the most modest homes contain conveniences never dreamed of by our ancestors In times of drought, we are annuoyed if the water pressure is low, never thinking …
Our Statement of Faith – Part sixteen
“That He sent forth apostles to proclaim salvation through Him, as the only name given under heaven whereby men may be saved.” Article XV
“Beginning At Jerusalem”
After His resurrection from the dead and before His ascension to the Father’s …
The Garden Of Life
If we are to “walk in Christ” then we must indeed live our lives in close union with him, rooted in the faith he taught. For a plant to be healthy, the root must be firmly implanted in fertile ground. …
Signs of the Times – Part unknown
There are times, we suppose, when readers of the “Signs of the Times” section of the “Tidings” may feel that prophecy as it applies to current events, has been pretty thoroughly explored and interpreted. Past issues have dealt in considerable …
Editorial
Have you ever noticed an elephant tied to a flimsy stake by a light weight rope? It is a common sight in the circus and at some zoos. Have you ever wondered why the elephant did not pull up the …
Practical Religion – Part eight
James 2
V. 7 God was both a husband and a father to Israel, Isa 54 5, 43 6,7 But all peoples were to have access to the divine family and the opportunity of having God s name called upon …
We Pray Thee, Father
We, the righteous children of God are admonished to “come boldly unto the throne of grace” (Heb 4 16) and “to pray without ceasing” (1 Thes 5 17) How can we of mortal frame and insignificant nature be assured that …
Wrested Scriptures – Part thirteen
The second printing of the book Wrested Scripture has just been received from the printer so those who have been waiting for their copy should be receiving it shortly If you have not yet placed your order we urge you …
How could I best serve God
To quietly give love and help to everyone — not only because God has commanded us but because we also, in our hearts, want to give it in a completely unselfish manner An aim to shoot for is to give …
Our Statement of Faith – Part fifteen
“That He is a priest over His own house only, and does not intercede for the world, or for professors who are abandoned to disobedience. That He makes intercession for His erring brethren, if they confess and forsake their sins.” …
Israel Leading up to the Time of Saul
From the time of Moses to the time of Samuel, God was King in Israel in a very personal sense
Israel sang at the Red Sea “The Lord is King for Ever and Ever” when they had seen what God …
The Wonderful Word
The 138th Psalm says that God has magnified His Word above all His Name.
“The Bible in the house is God in the house. The Bible in a man’s life is God in a man’s life. Where people place the …
Signs of the Times – Part unknown
Watchman, what of the night ? ‘ Huh ? ” (Harumpp) Oh yes, it is night isn’t it? Very dark indeed Things are looking worse and worse ” What about you brother or sister? Are you watching? It is indeed unfortunate …
Editorial
Have you ever watched a bear begging for peanuts at the zoo ? Have you observed the endless pacing back and forth of the caged tiger? Have you ever wondered what the monkeys think about as they see us crowded …
Practical Religion – Part seven
James 2
Respect Of Persons
V. 1 “The faith of our Lord Jesus Christ”—this phrase refers to the system of doctrines expounded by Christ, that is, the Christian faith. See Acts 6:7; Rom. 1:5; Jude 3 and many others where …
Promises of God – Part unknown
Promise 1
Matthew 6 28 33 ‘Consider the lilies of the field ‘Wherefore if God so clothe the grass of the field shall he not much more clothe you, 0 ye of little faith? But seek ye first the kingdom of …
Wrested Scriptures – Part twelve
The first printing of the book Wrested Scriptures is sold out and an order has been placed with the printer for more If you have not yet ordered your copy we recommend that you do so right away The soft …
Preparing for Missionary Work
The following article is an attempt to set forth a few thoughts on the subject of missionary work in a foreign field. The list of items covered is by no means exhaustive and the writer would enjoy the opportunity to …
Our Statement of Faith – Part Fourteen
“That on the third day, God raised him from the dead, and exalted him to the heavens as priestly mediator between God and man, in the process of gathering from among them a people who should be saved by the belief …
A Bridled Tongue
The tongue is a small member of the human body with large responsibilities It is controlled directly by a set of muscles in the throat, but, ultimately, control lies in the mind So that, whilst we may speak of controlling …
Editorial
Two men met on a plane. The conversation revealed that both men had spent many years in India. The one man said he had been a missionary for 25 years and had converted thousands of people to Christianity. The other …
Vines & Vineyards – Part unknown
Now will I sing for my beloved, a song of my beloved touching his vineyard. My beloved hath a vineyard in a very fruitful hill: And he made a trench about it, and gathered out the stones thereof, and planted …
Practical Religion – Part six
James, chapter 1, v. 26.
“Bridleth not his tongue” — see 3:2-12. He does not implement the truth in his daily contacts with others.
“Deceiveth his own heart” — he is not deceiving God, only himself.
“This man’s religion is …