Lesson 147 - "Adventures in Taiwan"

Imagine never being offended or frustrated. This kind of power has always been available, whether it is was needed by Bob Newhouse for a string of contrary Christmas lights or by Richard Wurmbrand in a Communist torture chamber. Love is the undying character quality. Charity never fails.

The Old Testament abounds with allegories—colorful pictures describing New Testament truths.

Why would anyone choose the unconventional in life? John the Baptist was born to a line of high priests, and yet he chose to undergo his education in isolation in the desert. The training God gave him there was specific to his life work; it was exactly what he needed for his mission.

"It's about time!" This exclamation is usually expressed to us when we finally do the one thing that is most important to someone with whom we are close. In our walk with God, He desires and waits for a few things from us. How do we stay focused?