Let There Be Light Hymn Banner Text
A devotional poem praising the Spirit as Comforter and Spirit of truth. It invokes biblical lines from John and asks the Spirit to bring light, guidance, grace, and life. The stanzas reference God the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit in a prayerful, reverent tone.
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Henry Drummond
Edinburgh University
Royal Infirmary
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The Ascension of Our Lord in Lutheran Faith
A historical Lutheran meditation on the Ascension of Jesus from Bethany to heaven. The piece cites Acts 1 1 Mark 16 and presents a connected account from Mark Luke and Acts. It explains the significance of the Ascension as a real visible ascent and its theological implications including the Holy Spirit promise and Christ’s intercession. It discusses the future resurrection hope for believers and the spiritual duties for Christians to seek heavenly priorities.
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Whitsuntide Festival Honors Holy Spirit
The article discusses Whitsuntide as the third great church festival after Christmas and Easter. It explains Christmas honors God the Father for giving His Son and Easter honors God the Son for Christ's sacrifice and resurrection, while Whitsuntide celebrates God the Holy Spirit and His gifts guiding believers in accordance with Scripture.
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Compliments Merit In a Man’s Quiet Pride
A witty saying notes that a man cannot swallow all praise yet believes there is value in those kind words. It reflects modest pride and a subtle appreciation for compliments.
Everlasting Covenant Through Jesus Christ and Pentecost Promise
The article discusses covenants from God with Noah, Abraham, Jacob, and Israel, leading to the blood covenant through Jesus. It explains the Holy Spirit’s perpetual presence after Pentecost, the call to heed salvation now, and the danger of resisting grace. It includes a revival anecdote and Puerto Rico travel notes.
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Augustana Journal
The Danger In Cocaine
The danger in cocaine lies in its alluring nature and small dose effects. It causes little mental confusion yet leads to rapid poisoning, with three months of habit possibly causing memory loss hallucinations and suspicions per London Lancet.
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Boy Explains Cow Bell Signal At Dinner Time
Four year old Little James points to a cow and explains the bell around its neck rings to tell the baby calf dinner is ready. His playmate listens as he shares the farm scene in simple jargon.
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Daily Cup of Faith Devotional Reminder
A Way of Faith exhortation urges daily secret communication with God. Begin with a Bible verse, cast aside bitterness, and bless others each day. Speak kindly, avoid unclean words or slander, and guard your lips while living as if Christ may come today.
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Money and Faith in a Moneyed Era
A historical note on wealth growth, contrasting past saving habits with modern accumulation. It cites Evangelical church wealth at 13 billion dollars growing nearly 450 million annually, and laments the clockwork drive for money. Quoted sermons urge moral restraint and caution against secular schemes while praising providence.
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R. H. Williams
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Christian Observer
Two Waiting Women Joke From Inland Tale
A northern town gentleman asks a former house servant why she has not married. She answers that two people are waiting for her the parson and herself. The remark underlines how much the average man knows versus what he thinks he knows.
Rules for Dainty Hands From the Old Manual
Advice to soften nails in warm water before trimming and to avoid cuticles. Do not polish heavily, shape by arching, and avoid scraping to prevent thickening. Use fine emery powder, keep nails clean, and dry hands after washing. Do not wear tight gloves rings or bracelets that hinder circulation.
Present in School Confusion Sparks Childs Confession
A little girl sent to school for the first time returns home and tells her mother she sat on a chair as the teacher urged her to sit there for the present, but the teacher never gave her any present.
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