What the Church Folk Are Thinking About and Doing
Religious world notes on what church members and leaders are thinking and doing across regions. Readers find varied viewpoints, reports from multiple lands, and brief insights into spiritual trends and social issues.
David's Grief Over Absalom Laments in Old Testament Tale
A Sunday School lesson analyzes David's sorrow over Absalom's rebellion and death. It traces Absalom's conspiratorial rise, the battle near Jerusalem, his entanglement in a tree, Joab's deadly blow, and David's wrenching lament. The piece likens David to Lear and ends with a reflection on divine love.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David
Absalom
Il Sam
Jerusalem
Ilom
Uaelent
Aritophel
Ehudard
Lear
Mahanaim
Philadelphisn
Dountins
Tennessee
Abeslom
Joab
Ahimaaz
Ahimasuz
Longfellow
Elijah And The Power Of A Consistent Life
A study contrasts Elijah with a modern preacher who claims to be Elijah’s third incarnation. It notes Elijah’s selfless service, courage before kings, and faith amid opposition, while warning against self interest. The piece with “Life That Has Power” stresses steadfast Christian conduct as a path to heaven and God’s blessing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elijah
Israel
Manena
Zarepath
God
Baal
Mt. Carmel
Home Made Wagon Jack and Fertilizer Buy Guide
Practical notes on constructing a simple wagon jack with a two and a half foot upright, three foot base, and a lever hook to raise wheels. Then a primer on evaluating fertilizer value by nitrogen, potash, and phosphoric acid with a cost comparison to packed brands. Also advice on apple packing boxes, poultry ration variety, and local farmer cooperation for crop sales.
Rhubarb Forcing and Poultry Talk From Rural Column
This excerpt discusses winter forcing of rhubarb for city markets, warns against egg preservers using dubious ingredients, and offers farming tips on winter stock, surplus investment, and low cost poultry houses. It also narrates the parable of the man who makes mistakes and the value of progressive, proactive effort.
Indoor Sports for Men and Recreational Exercise
A Good Housekeeping note urges men with sedentary jobs to choose activities that boost heart rate and breathing, favoring games like handball or basketball and gym supervision. It cautions against overemphasizing large muscle development and stresses heart strength plus social play as essential to lasting results.
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Peirson
Good Housekeeping
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William T. Ellis
Mie
Absulom
Davil
Elwah
Christian Endeavor Societies
Jezebel
Moses
Jesus
Mount of Transfiguration
Earth
Ahab
Epworth League
Heaven
Christ
Japan
Charles Cull Hall
India
University of Chicago
Salt Lake City
United States
British Empire
West Australia
Egypt
Church of England
Presbyterian Board
Episcopal Church
National Guard of
Ohio
State Committee
Phelan
Philadelphia
Philippines
Manila
Salvation Army
Fort Amity
Colo
Fort Ramlo
Cal
Fort Herrick
Cleveland
General Conference
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
Los Angeles
Buffalo
Bayard Taylor
Horace Bushnell
Drummond
Napier
Luccy Larcom
Lana Sympathy
Newell Dwight Hillis
Cnock
Rhubard
H. Jeving Hancock
Eben’ Db
Jordan of
Bosto
Jordan, Marsh & Co
Smith
Jordan
Advic
Mr. Smith
Tke
Somerset
Will Wyndham
E ¥ of
Egremont
Orchard Wyndhams
Somersetshire
St. Decuman's
Watchet
Catherine