Abuse and Pornography, By MY
To Whom it May Concern: First of all, I will say that the article on abuse probably has some value (“Relating to Perpetrators and Relating to Victims,” by Ann Detweiler). It is very, very sad…
Church Vows or Marriage Vows: Which is more important?
Background: Some time ago, a preacher in the Amish church left the culture with his wife and children. Not long after they left, the former preacher’s siblings and church came to visit the family. They…
Beliefs of our Fathers: God (Chapter 1)
This continues a study on the beliefs of our forefathers, based largely on the Dordrecht Confession of Faith from 1632. This section tells about theology, or the study of God. To read other chapters in…
Desperation Births the Beautiful
I read a well-known story to my children last night. It is my youngest son’s favorite Bible story: the story of baby Moses. This little guy didn’t pick the best time to make an appearance…
Original Mandate
Here is the original mandate for the human race: Genesis 1:27–28 says, So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them. And…
God is Perfect, but He’s not a Perfectionist
James 1:12: Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. This verse has captivated…
The Work and Joy My Children Bring
My Children “The Work and Joy My Children Bring” Written on January 26, 1993 In the night I hear a cry. When I wake up I think I’d rather die, Then I think of…
Dreams, Visions, and God’s Word
The article I am writing is in response to the eighth article in David Wickey’s eight-part series entitled “Buy of Me Gold Tried in the Fire.” To read the article I am responding to, please…
True Forgiveness
We hear a lot about forgiveness. There are many books, articles, and quotes about what forgiveness is or isn’t. I’m about to add my understanding of it to the big pile. Some of the ideas…
If I’m Deceived, How Am I Going to Know It?, By MP
Hello. Someone gave me the Amish Voice, and I thought there were some good articles in there. I really appreciated the last article that I read, “Living in the Stronghold of Deception.” It’s so easy,…