Dragon Tales

The Tail of the Dragon: Deception in the Heavens

In Revelation 12:3–4, we are shown a striking scene in heaven: a great red dragon uses his tail to cast a third of the stars of heaven to the earth. Who is this dragon? What are these stars? What is happening here, and what are we to learn from it?

Scripture identifies the dragon as “that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan” who deceived Eve (Revelation 20:2; Genesis 3:13). Stars are shown to represent angels (Revelation 1:20), and we are told plainly that this dragon was cast down to the earth with his angels (Revelation 12:9).

But why does the text specifically mention his tail as the instrument that displaces the stars?

Ministry of Healing: The Use of Remedies

Disease never comes without a cause. The way is prepared, and disease invited, by disregard of the laws of health. Many suffer in consequence of the transgression of their parents. While they are not responsible for what their parents have done, it is nevertheless their duty to ascertain what are and what are not violations of the laws of health. They should avoid the wrong habits of their parents and, by correct living, place themselves in better conditions.

The greater number, however, suffer because of their own wrong course of action. They disregard the principles of health by their habits of eating, drinking, dressing, and working. Their transgression of nature's laws produces the sure result; and when sickness comes upon them, many do not credit their suffering to the true cause, but murmur against God because of their afflictions. But God is not responsible for the suffering that follows disregard of natural law.

Christ Object Lessons: The Sower Went Forth to Sow

The Sower and the Seed

By the parable of the sower, Christ illustrates the things of the kingdom of heaven, and the work of the great Husbandman for His people. Like a sower in the field, He came to scatter the heavenly grain of truth. And His parable teaching itself was the seed with which the most precious truths of His grace were sown. Because of its simplicity the parable of the sower has not been valued as it should be. From the natural seed cast into the soil, Christ desires to lead our minds to the gospel seed, the sowing of which results in bringing man back to his loyalty to God. He who gave the parable of the tiny seed is the Sovereign of heaven, and the same laws that govern earthly seed sowing govern the sowing of the seeds of truth.

Spinach: A Fresh Start for Spring

The Green Herald of Spring: A Vegan Guide to Spinach

As winter’s chill slowly gives way to the gentle warmth of March, nature offers its first signs of renewal. Among the earliest vegetables to grace our gardens and markets is spinach. Tender, vibrant, and overflowing with nutrients, spinach is the perfect food to celebrate the beginning of spring.

For centuries, this leafy green has been valued as a source of strength and vitality. Whether you’re a long-time plant-based eater or just looking to add more greens to your plate, spinach is one of the most versatile and powerful tools in your vegan kitchen.

Archaeology Digs the Bible

Archaeology and the Bible: What the Evidence Actually Shows

Many people today believe the Bible exists only in the realm of faith and that science or archaeology has disproved its history. Popular media often presents biblical stories as legends that cannot be supported by evidence.

The reality is more nuanced. Archaeology cannot prove every event in the Bible, but it has uncovered a large number of discoveries that confirm the existence of biblical people, places, and events. It has also revealed ancient manuscripts that demonstrate how carefully the text of the Bible has been preserved.