In 2007, a popular teacher was assaulted at Germantown High by two students after he confiscated an iPod from them during class. There were two evils seen in this. First, “disregard for the class room.” The school had rules about iPods, but these young men chose not to listen (Proverbs 1:7). A class is a place of learning and not for gadget tinkering (Acts 21:40; Acts 22:1-2). Jesus Christ taught many classes (Matthew 26:55; John 8:2; Luke 5:1-3:17). And though He had interruptions, (Matt. 21:23; Luke 10:40-42, 12:13-14, 11:27-28) he still realized the importance of paying attention (Matt. 11:15; Luke 10:39, 11:1-2; John 6:45).

Next, “Disrespect for teachers.” They attacked a man who was trying to do them good! Why couldn’t they have gone before the school board and argued their case? Why act like two jackals and attack this poor man? They also could have apologized and promise not to do it again and might have gotten the iPod back (Proverbs 15:1, 25:11, 30:33). We write with the hope that other students will learn from the past and not to deal with matters as these two did (Prov. 4:14:19).
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When man is born, he is helpless and needs 24-hour care (Exodus 2:1-10). As man grows into his teens and adulthood, he will not be ashamed to say that he doesn’t need anyone, and he will do what he pleases (Genesis 6:1-7). Yes, the middle of life looks nothing like that cute, little humble bundle of joy, which was rocked to sleep in a crib. What is seen in the middle of life is a “know it all,” “I don’t need you,” “don’t you mess with me” person.

Sounds like anyone you know? At the end of life, man returns to a helpless soul who again needs help and care. It comes to that because the body ages and cannot remain healthy anymore (Ecclesiastes 12:1-8; 1 Kings 1:1-4. All the living are going that way some day, so let us not be mean and ugly in the middle of life. Be good to those around you and especially if they are younger because they are the ones who will probably have to take care of you (Proverbs 23:22).

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“He, seeing this before, spoke of the resurrection of Christ, that His soul was not left in hell, neither did His flesh see corruption. This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we are all witnesses Acts 2:31-32 (KJV).

This was the Apostle Peter in the first sermon preached on the Jewish day of Pentecost (Matthew 16:18-19; Acts 2:1:14). Peter establishes several points: King David had a grave site, but there is no grave site for Christ (Acts 2:29). The reason: Jesus rose from the dead (Acts 2:32; Luke 24:1-8). David and others decomposed in their graves, but not the body of Christ (Acts 2:31. John 20:26-31).

Today Jesus sits at the right hand of God, and He will Judge men on the final day (Acts 7:55-60; Hebrews 4:14-15; Acts 2:33, 5:30-31; 1 Peter 3:22; Acts 17:31; John 5:22-23). Peter also said that he and others saw the risen Christ and can testify that He did rise from the dead (1 John 1:1; John 20:19).

One cannot go wrong with Christ, for He is the Way, the Truth and the Light (John 14:6; Acts 4:12; John 10:7-9, 6:35,48,51).
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​“Why am I here?” You are here because God created you to live on this earth and give glory to him (Acts 17:24-28; Colossians 3:17; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 10:31).

“Who is God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit?” These three are the Godhead (Acts 17:29; Romans 1:20; Col. 2:9). They are eternal and distinct (Genesis 1:12,26, 3:22, 11:7; Hebrews 9:14; John 1:1, 8:44, 17:5.24; Matthew 3:16-17, 28:19; Ephesians 4:4-6; 2 Cor. 13:14). They are one in purpose (John 6:38, 8:29, 10:30, 17:20-22). And yet all are God (1 Cor. 8:6; Malachi 2:10; Isaiah 44:8).

“What is the soul?” A person is two parts, the body and the inner, which is the soul (Gen. 2:7; Matt. 10:28).

“What happens at death?” At death the soul leaves the body and goes to await the Judgment (Gen. 35:18; Luke 8:54-55; Ecclesiastes 12:7; Luke 16:19-31; John 5:28-29).

“Why is there evil in the world?" There is evil in the world because men desire evil (Psalm 14:2-3; John 3:19-21; Job 24:14-17; Proverbs 4:14-17). God has given men a choice to choose right or wrong, and most pick wrong (Matt. 7:13-14; Ecclesiastes 7:29).
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You don’t have to look very far to find a homeless person. Many in such conditions made their own beds with alcohol, drugs and rebellion. But on the same token, there are those who were forced into homelessness though changes that they couldn’t control. So we have to admit becoming homeless can happen to anyone. Because of the uncertainty of life, one should be thankful to have any kind of home, be it ghetto or suburbs (Ephesians 5:20).

I realize there could be problems with the living conditions of some homes and neighborhoods. But such is life and we must find a way to overcome or avoid the hardships. Don’t you know that Jesus had no regular place for a home (Luke 9:57-58). Yet, He was the perfect example of what it means to be thankful (John 17:1-26). Since nothing is promised to be here tomorrow, we need to reflect on how important the current day is and be thankful for the roof over our heads.

In Philadelphia, we had two successful pro boxers giving out turkeys so the poor could have Thanksgiving dinner. The mature boxer whispered to the younger and up and coming boxer. “Be appreciative that you have been blessed to be in the position to give out turkeys and not standing in line to receive one.
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