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- Loved by the Father
Children and teenagers in the Bible Last of three parts Jacob M. Van Zyl The inspiring good news of the New Testament – Baby Jesus in a manger, Mary, Joseph, angels, shepherds, and wise men – was soon followed by the bad news of King Herod’s massacre of the babies in Bethlehem, and the flight [...] Read More »
4 years ago - Prepared for victory
Children and teenagers in the Bible Second of three parts Jacob M. Van Zyl In western democracies, we are proud of our freedom of choice, opinion, speech, association and religion. However, about the most important influence in our lives we have no choice: our genes. We did not choose our parents, the Giver of life [...] Read More »
4 years ago - Chosen for a purpose
Children and teenagers in the Bible First of three parts Jacob M. Van Zyl Children and teens will be in the limelight for the immediate future. Let us study some of them in the Bible. In today’s value system, what Abraham did to his son Isaac (Gen. 22) would be considered cruel abuse. Abraham bound [...] Read More »
4 years ago - The believer’s privilege
THE BRANCHES Last of four parts Jacob M. Van Zyl The apostle John jubilated, “Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God” (1 John 3:1). In the context of John 15, we may rephrase it: “Look what privilege the triune God bestowed on us [...] Read More »
4 years ago - The Spirit’s indwelling
The sap Third of four parts Jacob M. Van Zyl The Holy Spirit is likened to the oil of the olive tree, dripping into the lampstand (Zech. 4:1-6, 11-14). The menorah in the Tabernacle was filled with special olive oil every day, enabling it to give endless light (Ex. 27:20-21), symbolizing that believers are the [...] Read More »
4 years ago
Wheels Review
- Subaru Crosstrek the right compact fit
Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com When Subaru rolled out its smallest all-wheel-drive crossover a few years ago, it found a ready niche market. With the long-established Forester and Outback having established well-established customer bases, the Crosstrek slid into the lineup and made huge fans out of buyers wanting something smaller. The Crosstrek, years and a [...] Read More »
5 years ago - Hyundai rolls out new SUV for the city
New Kona the right fit for the urban environment Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com What does the Hyundai Kona have in common with the coffee of the same name? They’re both invigorating, smooth, captivating and irresistible. Of course, their names both have connections to Hawaii. And both will be appealing in any kind of weather. [...] Read More »
7 years ago - Touring in spotlight at bike show
Redesigned and new models give buyers plenty of choice Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com January may be the middle of winter but it’s also the start of motorcycle season for fans who make the trek to Calgary for the annual show of two-wheeled wonders. The Cowtown event gives southern Albertans an early chance to see [...] Read More »
7 years ago - GMC reinvents Terrain
Redesigned crossover spacious and powerful Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com With its redesigned 2018 Terrain, GMC is not just going to conquer the highway, it’s going win over the hearts of crossover fans. A tidier and — in this opinion — a better looking package, the new Terrain offers buyers a spacious and comfortable crossover [...] Read More »
7 years ago - Impreza makes an impression
Redesigned Subaru is a game-changer Al Beeber Lethbridge Herald abeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Stunning. How else can an auto writer described the redesigned 2017 Subaru Impreza? How about “absolutely stunning?” Sharing little else besides a name and all-wheel-drive with its predecessor, the new Impreza is a game-changer in its segment. Riding on an all-new platform and available in [...] Read More »
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