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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1985
Page
26
The piece profiles middle aged professionals who abandon families and responsibilities amid discontent with prosperity. It cites estimates in the hundreds of thousands, detailing male runaways aged 44 to 51, often educated and affluent, who flee to escape perceived phoniness and pressure, sometimes ending in homelessness or menial work.
The piece contrasts modern runaways seeking a simpler life with the biblical example of Nehemiah who faces fierce opposition yet declares he will not run. It argues lasting strength comes from commitment and faith, enabling recommitment and steady action despite pressure.
In John 6 the miracle of the five loaves and two fish feeds a hungry crowd and illustrates Jesus as the true bread from heaven. The narrative contrasts manna with Jesus’s double claim to eternal life for those who partake. The crowd follows him for signs, while Jesus discerns their motives as he teaches about enduring faith and his mission.
The crowd seeks to make Jesus king by force after the miracle of feeding the five thousand. Jesus rebukes this view, urging belief in him as the bread of life sent from heaven and warning against focusing on physical needs. He directs attention to eternal sustenance beyond mere miracles.
Sermon on John 6 emphasizes divine election and human responsibility. Jesus notes only those drawn by the Father come to him, while those who believe gain eternal life and will be raised at the last day. The speaker urges looking to the Son for life and questions readiness to feed on Christ’s words.
Destin resident Fran Ewing will teach an eight week Bible course for women on Ruth starting January 9 at 9 30 am at 311 Allen Drive Niceville home of Mrs Patsy Bean The Fort Walton Aglow vice president uses an Aglow series Drawing Closer to God Ewing has taught seminars and retreats for 18 years previously under Corrie ten Boom contact numbers 837 0107 or 678 4869 Niceville
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