Is God a God of Mercy or of Wrath?
The answer is, “Yes,” but God is a lot more of a God of mercy than what He is often portrayed as. Many know that the Bible states that God is angry with the wicked. Few…
Fire damages Amish furniture workshop in Palatine
PALATINE — An Amish furniture workshop was badly damaged by a Tuesday night fire, but not before workers were able to remove much of their craftwork by hand, officials said. The structure fire at 1002…
Man found guilty in rape of Amish girl gets more than 130 years in prison, District Attorney says
JEFFERSON COUNTY, PA — A Jefferson County man was sentenced to 140-280 years in prison after being found guilty of rape, incest, and other charges, District Attorney Jeff Burkett announced Wednesday. In May, Enos Hershberger,…
County looking at buggy plates
Daviess County officials are once again looking at the possibility of raising the fees on buggy plates. The discussion came up at a recent Daviess County Commissioners meeting but was tabled until early next year.…
MAP Newsletter – December 2021
December 2021 IN THIS ISSUE: The Raw Cost of Becoming a Disciple of Christ Girded with Gladness Step out of the Boat Conference The Raw Cost of Becoming a Disciple of Christ During the month…
MAP Newsletter – November 2021
November 2021 IN THIS ISSUE: House Parents for New Beginnings Thank You! Miriam and Sara Letter from Laura House Parents for New Beginnings Ten years ago, Mike Campbell contacted the MAP, asking of we could…
Authority
As I look at the world that we live in, I see disrespect of authority like never before in my lifetime. There are whole populations of people who are saying, “We will not respect the…
Amish Voice – November 2021
Amish Voice – November 2021 IN THIS ISSUE: The General Epistle of James – Teacher’s Outline and Study Bible™ Is God Safe? – Ann Peachey Detweiler Silence is Golden… or is it? – Treg Spicer Saints –…
Jezebel
There is a popular belief and picture of what a Jezebel spirit looks like. Many envision a bold, un-submissive, angry woman, with seductive eyes and with her face painted to the nines. We are taught…
Amish Don’t Teach Salvation Through Works, by A Reader in Indiana
Dear friends, I don’t know of any Amish church denominations that teach salvation through works. I think you know better. I’m sure you weren’t taught that growing up. The following verses were taken from a…