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Vertical Thought: January - March 2005

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In This Issue

1

Is Jesus Real?

  • by Randy Stiver
Some people claim that Jesus Christ was not a real historical person. Others believe there was a person with the name Jesus, but that Biblical accounts of His life are not true. How can you prove to yourself and others that the Savior of mankind lived and died and lives again exactly as the Bible says?
2

How Did Jesus Treat His Parents?

  • by Kristin Yarbrough
Unlike his mother and stepfather, Jesus was God in the flesh. Yet how He treated His physical parents serves as an example for us today.
2

What Does Jesus Want From You?

  • by Ken Treybig
If you believe Jesus truly was the Son of God, do you know what He wants you to do? And what He wants to do for you?

The Humor of Jesus Christ

  • by Randy Stiver
Is religion only serious business? Should there be no joy or laughter in church services? Do religious people take themselves too seriously? We begin here a new series of articles on this interesting subject.

"The Exception to the Rule"

  • by Cindy Gore Harper
Do you sometimes find it difficult to be different from others because of your religious beliefs? Don't be discouraged! I faced the problem and so can you.
Why Prophecy?

Why Prophecy?

  • by Ralph Levy
Some people spend lots of time digging into Bible prophecy, at times becoming unbalanced. Others say the biblical images of beasts, horsemen and great empires rising and falling has little or nothing to do with the practical side of life, so it's not important. What is the real purpose of prophecy?