Biosphere (90/02/01)
The English word "sphere" is derived from the Greek word for "ball" and is used for any round body, including a planet like our Earth. A hemisphere is half of a sphere. The atmosphere is the mass of air surrounding the earth. The stratosphere is the upper portion of the atmosphere and the troposphere is that portion of the atmosphere below the stratosphere. A biosphere is the part of a sphere in which there are living organisms. Scientists in the United States are testing an artificial biosphere to determine whether humans can duplicate Earth's life systems in space. In September four men and four women plan to enter this sealed greenhouselike module that generates its own food, air and water. A woman botanist has already lived in a smaller biosphere for three weeks. In it, she grew sweet potatoes, tangerines and herbs and had a tank of fish which were also used for food. Water for drinking, cooking and showering was removed from the air. The atmosphere, water and waste material were all recycled. She was quite content within this artificial biosphere, but the one thing she missed was companionship. Even when physical needs are supplied, life is lonely without a companion and there are many lonely people in the prosperous land of Japan. (3172)
Groundhog Day (90/02/02)
Tomorrow is the "season dividing" day known as setsubun in Japan. Americans do not speak of a "season divider", but a tradition relating this second day of February to weather forecasting was brought to the United States by immigrants from Europe. Nowadays, scientific instruments are used to measure temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind velocity and cloud formation, on the basis of which, weather forecasts are made. Sometimes the forecast is accurate--especially when it is for sunny, partly cloudy weather with rain in some areas. The tradition that came to America from the Old World was much simpler. It indicated that on this day, the short-legged, heavy-set rodent with brownish fur called a groundhog comes out of the burrow where it has spent the cold winter months. If it is a sunny day and it sees its shadow, it will be frightened and return to its burrow and winter weather will remain for another six weeks. On the other hand, if the day is cloudy, it will remain above ground and there will be an early spring. Some German communities in Pennsylvania observe festivities connected with this Groundhog Day. In Matthew 16:3, Jesus criticized people of his day who predicted the weather by looking at the sky but who could not interpret the more important signs related to God's purpose in the world. (3173)
To Nahodka (90/02/03)
After leaving Osaka harbor, our ship passed along Shikoku, through the Moji Straits and into the Japan Sea. Of the 150 or more passengers, our children, aged 16, 14 and 12, were the only ones under 20 years old. What is there to do on a Soviet ship during a two-day trip to Nakhodka? Of course, the answer depends partly on the interest of the passengers and their physical condition. For the first part of the trip we sailed through somewhat stormy seas, so four of our family members were not feeling up to par. Only my wife weathered the bad weather without getting seasick. Russians are known to be avid and adept chess players and on this ship there was a unique chessboard painted on the deck, with squares over 60 centimeters square. The weighted chessmen were over 60 centimeters tall, so to make a move required picking up and carrying the chessman to the desired square. I played an abbreviated game of chess with my older son and later played Ping-Pong with a passenger from England. The net surrounding the Ping-Pong table area kept the ball from flying into the sea but the motion of the ship and the breeze gave the game a special character. The Russian movies and the musical concerts in the lounge did not appeal to us, but the trip itself was interesting and educational. (3174)
A Living Hope (90/02/04)
According to the traditional Japanese almanac, today is the beginning of spring. Spring is a season of new life and hope. Life without hope is very sad, indeed. According to the first chapter of the First Letter of Peter, found near the end of the New Testament, those who believe in the resurrection of Christ are filled with "a living hope"; even as Christ was raised from the dead, Christians also have been given new life through faith and have the living hope of eternal life. The word "spring" has other meanings beside a season of the year. A natural fountain or flow of water is also called a spring and to move upward in a quick motion is another kind of spring. In the 4th chapter of the Gospel of John we find the story of Jesus' conversation with a woman of Samaria beside a well. Jesus told the woman that those who drink of the water from that well would thirst again, but those who drink the water that he gives would never thirst, for that water will itself become a spring, springing up to eternal life. Of course, Jesus was speaking of the spiritual satisfaction that comes to thirsty souls who put their faith in him. As we approach the season of spring, I pray that you may know the new life and living hope that comes through a living faith in the living God.(3175)
Ha ni Kinu Kisenu (90/02/05)
Do you know what a spade is? One kind of spade is a playing card. The other card suits are hearts, diamonds and clubs. The basic meaning of spade, however, is a sturdy tool with a thick handle and a heavy, flat iron blade that can be pressed into the ground with the foot. A spade is used for digging. The English saying, "Call a spade a spade", means to speak frankly and truly, to give the simple facts without any embellishment. Do you know a Japanese saying that has a similar meaning? The proverb about not putting a dress on the teeth has the same meaning, I think, ha ni kinu kisenu. Some people may decorate the simple facts of a story to make it more interesting, hide certain details for some reason or speak indirectly, but those who speak straightforwardly call a spade a spade. The Bible teaches us to "speak the truth in a spirit of love" [Ephesians 4:15]. (3176)
Weekly Magazines (90/02/06)
Periodicals may be divided into annual, quarterly, monthly, weekly and daily publications. Previously, the only weekly magazines in Japan were published by newspaper companies, but on February 6, 1956, 34 years ago today, the first weekly magazine by a general publisher was put on sale by Shinchosha, publishers of "New Tide", a literary magazine. This new magazine, Shûkan Shinchô, became a popular periodical and started a kind of "weekly magazine boom" which continues today. Now, there are many different kinds of weeklies. Some are of general interest; others have a more specialized character. Some are of high quality and include informative and educational articles. Others, appealing to the lower instincts of people, are filled with gossip or trash. What is your opinion of Japanese shûkan zasshi? Do you often read one? Do you usually read the same one? On what basis do you choose among them? Which is your favorite and why? If you don't read any, why don't you? Essays on the topic of Japanese weekly magazines which are sent to me will be corrected and included in our quarterly publication known as "Daily Word" Echoes. My address is: "Daily Word", Post Office Box 30, Moriyama Post Office, Nagoya 463. (3177)
Frederick Douglass (90/02/07)
One-hundred-seventy-three years ago today, on February 7, 1817, a son was born to a Negro slave in the American state of Maryland. It is not known who the boy's father was, but he was a white man. The boy was named Frederick and, while in the service of a kind mistress in Baltimore, he learned to read and write. Following his escape from slavery, he chose the name Douglass as his surname and wrote a book about his early life. Fearing capture as a fugitive slave, he spent several years in England and Ireland, where he earned enough money to purchase his freedom after returning to the United States. In New York, he established a newspaper and worked for the abolition of slavery. During the Civil War, he helped organize two regiments of Negroes to fight for the North and in the Reconstruction period he continued to push for the civil rights of his people. As a consultant to President Lincoln, he was the first black to hold high rank in the United States government and became its minister to Haiti. With faith in the final triumph of the right, he was forward-looking in his outlook. He wrote, "We have to do with the past only as we can make it useful to the present and the future." His faith is also evident in his famous statement that "One and God make a majority."(3178)
Raising Deer (90/02/08)
In the narrow sense of the word, "meat" signifies the flesh of mammals which is used for food. The meat which comes from cattle is called beef. That of pigs is called pork or ham. Mutton comes from sheep and deer meat is called venison. Traditionally, Japanese are not a meat-eating people, but in recent years their diet has been changing--for better or for worse. According to a recent news item, there are now about 30 different locations around Japan where approximately 5000 deer are being raised for commercial purposes. One such place is a small village in Nagano Prefecture with the significant name of Oshika, meaning "Big Deer". Concerned about the decline of their forestry business, the village has set aside a seven-hectare ravine for raising deer and there now are about 60 deer freely roaming around that area. Because deer are quite adaptable and eat all kinds of plants and grasses, they are easy to care for. Not only is their meat sold for food, but their horns are ground up to make a popular Chinese medicine. During the dry season, deer ardently search for water and in the 42nd Psalm, the poet compares the human thirst for God with that of a deer for a running stream of cool water. (3179)
Pigeon Racing (90/02/09)
A pigeon is a bird with short legs, a small head and a plump body. Although its name comes from the Latin word meaning "chirp", we usually speak of the low, murmuring sound made by pigeons as cooing rather than chirping. "Pigeon" is also used as a slang term for a person who is easily deceived and "coo" may also mean the gentle talk of lovers. Pigeons, however, are not simple-minded. They can be trained to return to their homes from distant places and have often been used in emergencies to deliver messages. In Britain, pigeon racing has become a popular sport and even Queen Elizabeth maintains a pigeon loft. The distance between the lofts of racing pigeons and any of the official "liberation sites" is carefully measured. Pigeons are put into baskets and taken to the liberation site in trucks. Each one has a band on its leg to identify it. After being released together from the liberation site, the pigeons ascend, quickly become oriented and head for home. When they arrive, the band is removed, put into a timeclock that is sealed and taken to the local racing club. The flight distance is divided by the time it took to determine the winner. Pigeons and doves belong to the same family and, in Matthew 10: 16, Jesus instructed his disciples to be "as gentle as doves". (3180)
Port of Nakhodka (90/02/10)
As we approached the Soviet port of Nakhodka, immigration and customs procedures were completed in our cabin: As our baggage was inspected, the books we had with us were the object of special interest to the examiners, but of greatest concern was the new cassette taperecorder belonging to our elder son that included large earphones. We feared it might be taken from him, but he was simply told not to use it in the Soviet Union. We were asked to supply a couple of extra pictures of him for some unspecified documents, but since we didn't have any, we could not comply with the request. We spent a short time in the port before a bus took us to the railway station to board the train for Khabarovsk. Our first impressions of the Soviet Union included a number of contrasts with what we had experienced in Japan. Of course, the people were larger, but they also seemed less cheerful and not so friendly. We were especially conscious of the difference in attitudes of clerks or salespersons compared with those in Japan. They seemed quite curt or even rude to customers, particularly to those of us who didn't understand their language. They did not seem especially interested in selling their goods and we felt the difference in atmosphere between a so-called market economy and a socialist state, where incentive seemed to be lacking. (3181)
Meaning of Life (90/02/11)
Some people are so busy with the tasks or pleasures of life that they do not take time to stop and think about the meaning of life itself and the purpose of their own existence. For the thinking person, however, a meaningless life can never be a happy one. The Bible teaches that the true meaning of human life is found when we come into fellowship with our Creator. Having been created in the image of God, it is when we express the character of God in our lives that life becomes truly meaningful and satisfying. The Bible teaches that God has an interest in and knows all about every individual human being. Depending on our character, this truth may arouse a feeling of embarrassment or of gratitude. In the 7th chapter of Job, that suffering man asked God to stop being so interested in him, but the writer of the 8th Psalm is amazed that the Creator of the universe shows a deep interest in such an insignificant creature as himself. In times of misfortune, it is comforting to know that the almighty God knows our problems and can accomplish some good purpose through them. In times of contentment, we should remember the goodness of God, give thanks, and seek to more effectively manifest God's character in our lives. (3182)
No Time Like the Present (90/02/12)
Since today is both a furikae-kyûjitsu and a tai-an day, many people will consider it a kichi nichi. According to a Japanese proverb, the day a plan is conceived or a resolution is made is an auspicious day: Omoi-tatta ga kichi nichi. The meaning of this proverb is that we should not delay carrying out a plan or resolution. Rather, one should begin to put it into effect immediately. In English we say "There is no time like the present". If something needs to be done, it should be done without delay, for "Procrastination is the thief of time". Farmers should "Make hay while the sun shines" and the blacksmith should "Strike while the iron is hot". A similar meaning is communicated through these various proverbs. Jesus told his disciples, "We must work the works of him who sent me, while it is day; night comes, when no one can work" [John 9:4].(3183)
Betrothal Ceremony (90/02/13)
Today is the day I suggest a theme for listeners to write an essay on for publication in "Daily Word" Echoes. Since "Valentine's Day" has already been used as a theme, I will not suggest it again, but I will choose another somewhat related topic. Last month, Prince Aya, the 24-year-old son of the Emperor, became formally engaged to Kiko Kawashima, a 23-year-old graduate student at Gakushuin University. The betrothal ceremony was held at the Kawashima residence where the vice grand chamberlain to the Emperor handed Ms. Kawashima a list of betrothal gifts from the Prince, reportedly worth about ¥2 million, which formalized their engagement. What do you think of this yuinô custom? What are your feelings or opinions regarding the respective advantages and disadvantages of so-called arranged marriages and so-called love marriages? Which do you think is more suitable and more likely to be the basis of a happy home? Which kind of marriages are more common these days? Do you have any comments about the upcoming wedding of Prince Aya and Ms. Kawashima? According to the 18th century English essayist, Samuel Johnson, "It is not from reason and prudence that people marry, but from inclination." Is this true in modern Japan? This is "Daily Word", Post Office Box 30, Moriyama Post Office, Nagoya 463. (3184)
A Lone Wolf (90/02/14)
In most fairytales it's not hard to tell the good guys from the bad guys. And if a wolf happens to be one of the characters, he usually gets boos and hisses, not sympathy. But in a recently published fairytale, "A Lonely Wolf and Seven Goats," the main character, a wolf, draws the sympathy of children, despite the fact he does some of the things that only a bad guy would do. This story was written by a 60-year-old elementary school principal, Akimi Ozawa, and is based on a drama created by a group of teachers concerned about bullying in the schools. In the fairytale, the wolf is a spoiled, belligerent character, who became jealous of the seven goats when he saw how happy they were because they had been raised in a family with love and understanding. When the goats' parents went away, the wolf decided to eat the seven kids. But the goats, who had never seen a wolf before, greeted him with friendship and drew him into their play. Deeply touched, the wolf changed his attitude and became friendly too. Through this fairytale, the author seeks to encourage understanding and nondiscrimination. He stated, "We separate troublemakers from ordinary children in our current educational system. What is important is to create an atmosphere in which there is no discrimination." (3185)
Galileo Galilei (90/02/15)
Galilee is the name of a district in Palestine where the major part of Jesus' ministry took place. It is also the name of the small fresh-water lake in that area. Galileo, however, is the name of a famous astronomer, mathematician and physicist who was born on February 15, 1564, 426 years ago today, in the Italian town of Pisa. Galileo Galilei was planning on a medical career when he entered the university, but his interest in mathematics and physical science proved too strong for him to ignore. His persistent investigation of natural laws laid the foundations for modern experimental science. His construction and use of astronomical telescopes greatly enlarged human understanding of the heavens. He also gave a mathematical formulation to many physical laws. His scientific observations, however, came into conflict with the dogma of the church of his day and he was forced to outwardly deny the validity of his conclusions. Unfortunately, there are still places in the world today where opinions, beliefs or evident truths are forced to conform to the dogma of a powerful authority or to social pressure. Even in this land, the nail that sticks out still gets hammered down. (3186)
Popular Names (90/02/16)
Japan is a constitutional monarchy and in its present Constitution, the Emperor is called "the symbol of the State". Great Britain is also a constitutional monarchy, but the traditional relationship between the monarchs and the citizens of these two countries is quite different. The names by which the monarchs are called may symbolize one such difference. The Emperor is never called by his given name, while the Queen is known by one of her given names, Elizabeth. In Japan, it is not customary to name one's child after the Emperor, but in Britain, the most popular name given to girls born last year was Elizabeth. According to the social editor of the Times of London newspaper, of the 2645 girls whose births were announced in the newspaper, 254 had Elizabeth among their names, 106 ahead of the second most popular choice, which was Charlotte. The most popular name for boys was also a name associated with royalty. Of the 2780 birth announcements for boys, 392 had James as one of their names, 120 ahead of the runner-up, William. Both Elizabeth and James are Bible names, which also helps account for their popularity. Elizabeth was the mother of John the Baptist and James was the name of two of Jesus' disciples and of one of his own brothers. (3187)
Khabarovsk (90/02/17)
From the Soviet port of Nakhodka, we took an overnight train to Khabarovsk, the "Far Eastern Capital of the USSR". A special bus took passengers from the station to the airport, stopping at a hotel dining room for lunch on the way. Since our family was not hungry, we decided to walk around the area while the others ate. We entered a bookstore, a fish shop and a bakery and strolled through a park. After our arrival at the airport, the doors were locked and we were confined inside for the couple of hours until departure time. During that time, the check-in counters were deserted and our younger son did a little investigation on his own. He advised us which line to get into for our check-in. He had weighed himself on each of the four check-in counter scales and found that they all registered a little differently. He directed us to the one where our baggage would weigh the least. A few years later, this experience proved helpful to me. Our Japanese church members had packed a number of boxes of used clothing to send to needy people in the Philippines. Postal regulations required the boxes to weigh less than ten kilograms, but when I took them to the post office, four of them weighed slightly over that amount so the postal clerk refused to accept them. Remembering the incident in Khabarovsk, I decided to try another post office. The scales there registered differently and two of the boxes were accepted. (3188)
Twelve Apostles (90/02/18)
Among the many people who heard Jesus preach and teach were some who became his disciples. From among those disciples, he chose twelve men to be with him, to learn from him and to be sent out to preach, so they were called apostles, from a Greek word meaning "to send out". The names of the twelve apostles are given in the Gospel of Mark, chapter 3, verses 16-19. Regarding some of these men, we know nothing except their names. We know a little about some of the others. One was a tax-collector, who cooperated with the Roman government, while another was a member of a nationalistic group which was violently opposed to Roman rule. Four of the group were fishermen. The nicknames given by Jesus probably imply something about their personalities. To Simon, he gave the name Peter, which means "rock". He must have had a stubborn or firm quality that prompted such a nickname. To two brothers, Jesus gave the name Boanerges, meaning "Men of Thunder" and we can easily imagine why he called them that. This group of men were later called "saints", but they were very ordinary men who simply followed Jesus, learned from him and then were sent out by him. From that time on, common people who met and followed Christ have been changed and, in turn, have helped to change the world. (3189)
A House on Sand (90/02/19)
The Japanese word, rôkaku, may signify a tower or a large building with many stories. Do you know a Japanese saying that contains this word? There are two such sayings that come to my mind. One of them, Kûchû ni rôkaku o kizuku, is equivalent to the English expression to build castles in the air. It is used of unrealistic dreams or hopes that are without any substantial basis. The building in the other saying may be impressive but it has a weak foundation that implies an impending collapse Sajô ni rôkaku o kizuku. I'm not sure of the origin of this Japanese expression, but the English saying about building a house on sand comes from Jesus' parable at the end of the 7th chapter of Matthew, in which he advised his listeners to build their lives on the rock of truth rather than on a foundation of sand. On what kind of foundation is your life based? (3190)
Personal Seals (90/02/20)
One difference in the customs of Japan and western countries is related to the use of personal seals. In America, to draw money from the bank, buy property, get a loan, sign a contract or engage in formal business arrangements, one merely signs one's name. There is no need to affix a personal seal to the documents. To us, this seems much simpler and more efficient. We need not carry a seal with us or worry about it being stolen. In Japan, it is possible to transact business in the name of another by use of that person's seal. What do you think of the various advantages and disadvantages of using a personal seal compared to a signature? Why have seals become so important in Japan? How many different seals do you have? I often see advertisements in the newspapers about lucky and unlucky shapes of seals and the way in which they are carved. Are you concerned about such matters? Personal seals, hanko, inkan, is the suggested theme for your essay this week. I will correct those essays sent to me for publication in the next issue of "Daily Word" Echoes. My address is: "Daily Word", Post Office Box 30, Moriyama Post Office, Nagoya 463. According to Ephesians 1:13, Christians have been sealed with the Holy Spirit to show that they belong to God. (3191)
Frêz (90/02/21)
Do you know how to spell frêz? In fact, there are three English words with this pronunciation and all of them are spelled differently. One of them, spelled f-r-e-e-s, is the third person, singular form of the verb, free, meaning to set at liberty or to release. According to the 8th chapter of the Gospel of John, Jesus Christ frees people from the bondage of sin. Another verb, spelled f-r-e-e-z-e, means to become hardened into ice or to suffer the effects of intense cold. Water freezes at zero degree Celsius, but people may freeze at higher temperatures. When I returned to Japan last month from the Philippines, I was freezing when I disembarked at Narita Airport even though the temperature was above zero because I was still wearing summer clothes. A less familiar word with the same pronunciation is spelled f-r-i-e-z-e and may mean a decorative band around the walls of a room. This word comes from the ancient province of Phrygia in Asia Minor. According to Acts 18:23, the Apostle Paul visited Phrygia and encouraged the Christian believers there. Giving encouragement to others is an important part of the work of pastors, teachers and parents. (3192)
Mozaic (90/02/22)
When the word "mosaic", spelled m-o-s-a-i-c, begins with a capital "M", it is an adjective pertaining to the Old Testament hero, Moses. The Ten Commandments are the heart of the Mosaic Law. When it begins with a small "m", however, "mosaic" is a noun signifying a picture or design made up of small colored pieces of tile set in mortar. Viewed up close, a mosaic is not very impressive. To appreciate its beauty, it must be seen from a distance. Arthur Schopenhauer, an influential German philosopher who was born on February 22, 1788, 202 years ago today, described the scenes of our individual lives as "pictures done in rough mosaic". In an essay on "The Vanity of Existence", he wrote: "Looked at close, they produce no effect. There is nothing beautiful to be found in them, unless you stand some distance off." It is true that many sad or unfortunate experiences in life are not understood at the time. Only later, does their meaning become clear. In fact, there are some things we will never understand fully in this life, but Christians believe that all events have some good purpose in the overall plan of God and, according to I Corinthians 13:12, what is now seen only dimly will one day become clear. (3193)
Guyana (90/02/23)
A parrot is a bird found in the tropical areas of Africa and South America. It has a short, hooked bill and very colorful feathers. Some species of parrots have the unique ability to mimic human speech and are kept as pets. There is a South American country whose name is derived from the native word for "parrot". It is the Cooperative Republic of Guyana, which proclaimed itself an independent republic on February 23, 1970, just 20 years ago today. Descendants of real Indians, who were imported from the Asian country of India, make up over half of the population. Negroes account for over 30% and about 10% are citizens of mixed blood parentage. A mere 4% of present-day Guyanese, known as Amerindians, have historical roots in their native land. Guyana, located on the northern coast of South America, has an area a little less than that of the Japanese island of Honshu and a population of about 900,000. The major religions are Christianity, Hinduism and Islam. It is a member of the British Commonwealth of Nations and its official language is English, so you should have no language problem if you make a visit there. (3194)
Moscow Subway (90/02/24)
During the 8 1/2 hour flight from the far eastern Soviet city of Khabarovsk to Moscow, 8,500 kilometers away, we realized the huge size of this country. Our lodging place in the capital was an ornate hotel with high-ceilinged rooms near Red Square. After our tired family was settled in the hotel, I went out to look around the neighborhood and found a subway station. Following the example of others, I put a 15-kopek coin into a machine and got three 5-kopek coins in change. I put one of them into the slot of the turnstile to enter the inner station area. Looking at an illuminated subway map, I decided to take a ride to the first stop. Wanting to know the name of that station, which was written in Cyrillic script, I asked a man how to pronounce it. He did not understand, but a soldier who was also looking at the map took me to the escalator and down the long passageway to the platform. I was impressed with the cleanliness of this bright, cavernous station and the numerous large, metallic statues of men and women illustrating various occupations or sports. The soldier got on the subway with me and got off with me at the next station. As I went up the escalator, he remained on the platform. I was deeply impressed with his kindness. Since we could not communicate with words, he took time out to lead me to the place I wanted to go and I realized again the importance of leading others by example rather than words alone. (3195)
Temptation (90/02/25)
The prayer that Jesus taught his disciples and which is repeated by Christians throughout the world today is commonly called the Lord's Prayer. In this prayer, we find the words, "Lead us not into temptation". In modern English, the word "temptation" signifies an enticement to do something wrong. In the book of James, chapter 1, verse 13, however, we are taught that God never tempts anyone, so it seems strange to pray that God will not lead us into temptation. The original Greek word also has the meaning of "trial" or "test". People who are conscious of their weaknesses have a natural desire to avoid tests. Nevertheless, tests and even temptations are necessary for healthy development. Jesus himself had to endure a test of his character and his conviction. According to the 4th chapter of Matthew, he was "led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil." In his temptation experience, Jesus countered temptations to concentrate solely on the physical needs of people, to attract them with miraculous feats and to aim at political power by quoting words from the Old Testament. Today also, Christians find the words of the Bible helpful in strengthening their faith, overcoming temptations and enduring the tests or trials of daily life. (3196)
Toranu tanuki no kawa zanyô (90/02/26)
Some optimistic people, including politicians, businessmen and idealists, make hopeful plans for the future that are based on unrealistic projections. Such people need to remember the Japanese proverb about calculating the value of a badger's skin before the badger is caught, Toranu tanuki no kawa zanyô. An English proverb with the same meaning refers to a bear instead of a badger: "Catch your bear before you sell its skin". In my hometown area, there were no bears, but my parents kept chickens, so the more common advice in my childhood was: "Don't count your chickens before they are hatched". In the 12th chapter of the Gospel of Luke, Jesus told a story of a rich man who made a miscalculation about the future because he failed to take God's will into consideration. Jesus' followers believe that God is the Ruler of history and they will consider God's purpose in their plans for the future. (3197)
Groundhog Day (90/02/02)
To Nahodka (90/02/03)
A Living Hope (90/02/04)
Ha ni Kinu Kisenu (90/02/05)
Weekly Magazines (90/02/06)
Frederick Douglass (90/02/07)
Raising Deer (90/02/08)
Pigeon Racing (90/02/09)
Port of Nakhodka (90/02/10)
Meaning of Life (90/02/11)
No Time Like the Present (90/02/12)
Betrothal Ceremony (90/02/13)
A Lone Wolf (90/02/14)
Galileo Galilei (90/02/15)
Popular Names (90/02/16)
Khabarovsk (90/02/17)
Twelve Apostles (90/02/18)
A House on Sand (90/02/19)
Personal Seals (90/02/20)
Frêz (90/02/21)
Mozaic (90/02/22)
Guyana (90/02/23)
Moscow Subway (90/02/24)
Temptation (90/02/25)
Toranu tanuki no kawa zanyô (90/02/26)
New Government (90/02/27)
Producing fu (90/02/28)
Biosphere (90/02/01)