In this issue

Jesus’ disciples had delusions of self-importance, writes Pastor General Joseph Tkach.

They once asked Jesus, "Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?"

It is a good question, and Jesus used it to make an important point: "Unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." Pages 6 & 7.

If we are forgiven already, what’s to stop us from continuing to sin? writes Mike Feazell in Obeying God. Pages 8 to 11.

Conversion is a work of God, writes Randal Dick. Yet, he chooses to use Christians in the conversion of others.

This was true in the time of the early church, and it is true today. See Enthusiasts: Denominational Treasures in Window on the World. Pages 12 & 13.

Last year was significant for the Worldwide Church of God in Canada for several reasons, writes regional director Gary Moore.

Our focus as a fellowship took a big step in moving from reacting to our past, to looking ahead and planning for our future. Pages 14 & 15.

Others have asked me, "Why do you love the Worldwide Church of God so much?" writes Geoff Pittman.

"Couldn’t you just as well go to any other church?" Pages 16 & 17.

Roughly half of American Christians made the decision to become Christians when they were between the ages of 8 and 13, writes Jeb Egbert, SEP director, quoting researcher George Barna. See Youth Ministry: Before It’s Too Late. Page 18.

Cordell Cochran, a sophomore at Brackenridge High School, was named player of the week by Channel 4 and the San Antonio, Texas, Press News. Page 18.

Michael and Emily Ward of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, have established a direct route for people to support the children of Madagascar’s Le Triomphe orphanage that allows for tax deductible contributions. Page 21.

As we close the book on the first month of a new year, we received just over $1.25 million in regular mail donations, down 12 percent from last January, writes controller Ronald Kelly. Page 24.