REMNANT Magazine

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Christian Living

Practical reflections on following Jesus in everyday choices, work, and relationships.

Christian LivingSpring 2020

Coronavirus—God, the World, and the Church

Who would have ever imagined that a little germ which cannot be seen with the human eye, has put the entire globe in a tizzy, a panic, and an economic disruption? I have not seen a pandemic of this magnitude in my…

Leonard Martin Bethel, PA↗
ParentingSpring 2020

Holding the Hearts of our Children

The Formative years Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the LORD: And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to…

Donald Brechbill Chambersburg, PA↗
Sharpened wordsWinter 2020

From the Editor

Greetings of Christian love to each one. Hopefully, you have found Christ as the anchor for your soul and the solution to your difficulties. Another year is past and gone, and what a year it was… An unseen virus…

Curvin L Wenger↗
Christian LivingWinter 2020

SPEAKING THE TRUTH in love

That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive; But speaking the truth in…

by Barry Grant Titanyen, Haiti↗
WomanWinter 2020

i will

A rough, Old Testament warrior and a 21st century housewife—what might they have in common? Reading through the Psalms, we find a man who was determined to find the heart of God and walk in obedience. While there are not…

by Sheryl Zeiset Tanzania, East Africa↗
DeceptionWinter 2020

Admonition for Uncertain Times

Having faith in perplexing times And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; Men’s hearts failing them…

by Larry Zook Kalona, IA↗
WomanWinter 2020

our spirit matters

The last several years God has been leading me through a valley, a long and seemingly unending one. It seems as soon as one situation resolves; another one pops up. These difficulties demand a response. Many times, it’s…

by Irene Martin Glenmont, OH↗
Christian LivingWinter 2020

Vaccinated. . . To Be or Not To Be?

Meet the doctor who wrote this article for our medical column. (See the editorial under the section “continued changes” for further details.) Hello, My full name is Vincent “John” Bradford Waldron (I go by John) and I am…

by John Waldron MD Gladys, VA↗
Christian LivingWinter 2020

What Are You Living For?

Picture yourself on a hot, humid, sunny day hiking back to a remote village in the mountains of Haiti. You are there to share the gospel with the many hurting and dying souls who need to hear about Jesus. As you are…

by Chris Miller Dundee, OH↗
Christian LivingWinter 2020

Outside the Inn Crowd

Sitting squarely on the great divide of our measured timeline of years lies the incarnate birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. He rightfully owns this place, for no other advent could so astutely impact humanity. The years…

Lee Rufener Athens, WI↗
EditorialFall 2019

From the Editor

Another year is rapidly coming to a close. Leaves are changing color. By the time the next issue arrives in your mailbox this year will be history. Reflecting on the fact this year will soon be gone I ask myself, “What…

Guest editorial written by Edward Martin, chairman of the board↗
Christian LivingFall 2019

Abba Father

Sometimes we can learn things from everyday situations. A few years ago, my three-year-old son and I went for a walk. We were in an unfamiliar area with lots of vegetation. I told my son to stay close by me. He was doing…

Barry Grant Arcahaie, Haiti↗
DiscernmentFall 2019

The Three Cs of Interpretation

One of the worst things a Christian can do is read a Bible verse. Sound like heresy? Here’s the point: when reading the Bible, Christians get into danger when they focus on just one verse and ignore the entirety of…

Darren Drayer Ossian, IN↗
Spiritual exerciseFall 2019

The Balm of Gilead

The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved. For the hurt of the daughter of my people am I hurt; I am black; astonishment hath taken hold on me. Is there no balm in Gilead; is there no physician…

Lee Rufener Athens, WI↗
PoetryFall 2019

A Prayer For Words Fitly Spoken

O, Lord, breathe your life in each word that I speak; Help me in each sentence your honour to seek. Refrain me when words that will do no one good Would come to my lips; help me speak what I should. And when opportunity…

~Rebecca Weber↗
WomanFall 2019

Building Up Relationships

Friendship is a beautiful thing. Meaningful, heart-to-heart friendships influence us greatly and bring stability into our lives, especially if they are grounded in Christ. True friends encourage us when we’re hurting or…

Irene Martin Glenmont, OH↗
ChildrenFall 2019

Sharing Snowflake

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9 “Mom, the neighbor girl is here. May I show her my kitten?” Cole asked. Mom nodded. Cole trotted back to the yard. “Abbie! I want to…

Anna L. Martin Perkins, OK↗
YouthFall 2019

The Poor in Spirit

Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven –Mat 5:3. Jesus says the poor in spirit are blessed! This is where the blessing of God begins. To be poor in spirit is the gateway to a blessing that…

Josh Wamble Lebanon, PA↗
Church MattersFall 2019

The Power of “Exousia”

The power of exousia… Whatever is “exousia”? “I have never seen that word in my Bible.” If you are not familiar with this strange little word, allow me to introduce you to it. Exousia is a word that is actually very…

Donald Brechbill Chambersburg, PA↗
MedicalFall 2019

CBD–Illegal No More

A grandmotherly figure pleadingly looked into the doctor’s eyes and stated, “All I want to know is this: Is it legal?” Questions like this, regarding substances such as CBD oil, have become more common in recent times…

Wolf Miggiani M.D. Millersburg, OH↗
ParentingFall 2019

The Bible—God’s Word or A Crystal Ball

How should we educate our children? Should I take that job? Should I ask for that sister’s hand in marriage? Should we move to Haiti? Should we buy that house? The list of questions that we face in life seems to be never…

Matt Drayer Wolcott, IN↗
WomanFall 2019

Joy in the Crevices

A few years ago, I was wallowing in emotional and physical burn out, trying to adjust to life outside of the African village we had called home for eight years. Depression and fear were a regular part of my life. As I…

Sheryl Zeiset Tanzania, East Africa↗
Home historiesFall 2019

Featured Board Member—Joe & Liz Tindall

Joe and Liz Tindall, along with three of their daughters, have been a part of Faith Christian Fellowship for the last eight years. Brother Joe has been a faithful brother in the church and has served as a member of the…

PoetryFall 2019

Continuing Endurance

Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving... -Colossians 4:2 The judge with whom the widow pled Would have ignored, But she implored Him to avenge her. So he said That he would heed And fill her need.…

Jaleesa D. Henderson↗

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