He knew you before you knew Him
There is a striking thing about Ephesians 1: Paul tells us about our salvation without giving us anything to brag about. Paul writes that God the Father “chose us in him before the foundation of the world” and “predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ,” (Eph....
God Preserves a Remnant
During August, we reflect on God’s Word to the prophet Habakkuk. Our fourth reflection is based on Hab. 3:17–19 (ESV). “Yet I will rejoice in the Lord” (Hab. 3:18a ESV). “The oracle that Habakkuk the prophet saw” (Hab. 1:1 ESV) revealed a coming invasion of Judah and scattering of families....
Habakkuk, Prophet of Comfort
During August, we reflect on God’s Word to the prophet Habakkuk. Our third reflection is based on Hab. 2:6–3:16 (ESV). “Yet I will quietly wait for the day of trouble to come upon people who invade us” (Hab. 3:16b ESV). The Lord is with you in these days of August....
Waiting, Trusting, Praying
During August, we reflect on God’s Word to the prophet Habakkuk. Our second reflection is based on Hab. 1:12–2:5 (ESV). “But the righteous shall live by his faith” (Hab. 2:4b, ESV). It’s common to hear of someone who carries out selfish acts that harm a lot of people. “She’s going...
In the Face of Destruction
During August, we reflect on God’s Word to the prophet Habakkuk. Our first reflection is based on Hab. 1:1-11 (ESV). “For I am doing a work in your days that you would not believe if told” (Hab. 1:5b, ESV). It’s August in Missouri. Some people are on a trip. Some...
Barbara L. Wollberg
Barbara L. Wollberg July 23, 1952 – July 29, 2025 Barbara (Vogts) Wollberg, 73, died peacefully surrounded by family, July 29, 2025, after a long and hard fought battle with cancer, during which she showed immeasurable strength and positivity. She was born July 23, 1952, in Canton, Kan., to...
Dorothy L. King
Dorothy L. King Oct. 10, 1947 – June 18, 2026 Dorothy L. King, née Riedel, passed away June 18, 2026, at age 78. Born Oct. 10, 1947, in Bismarck, N.D., Dorothy dedicated her life to education, faith, and family, leaving behind a legacy marked by compassion, devotion, and unwavering...
Marcia E. Schachtsiek
Marcia E. Schachtsiek March 18, 1944 – May 28, 2026 Marcia Elaine (Schulz) Schachtsiek, 82, of rural Palmyra, Mo., passed away May 28, 2026, at the Monroe City Manor, Monroe City, Mo. She was born March 18, 1944, in Julesburg, Colo., to Rev. Roy and Elvira (Bruns) Schulz and...