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www.ChristianCrusaders.orgBroadcasting Biblical Truth Since 1936
Volume 36 No. 3Summer/Fall 2016
To God’s WordThy Word Is a Lamp to my Feet and a Light to my Path Psalm 119:105
Holding Fast
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From Our Speaker . . .
Hold Fast to God’s Word If you were marooned on a desert island and could have only a single book with
you, what would you choose?
Somebody once asked this question of the famous Christian writer, G.K.
Chesterton. You probably would expect his answer to be the Bible. It was not. Instead,
Chesterton chose “Thomas’ Guide to Practical Ship-Building.”
That makes sense, though, doesn’t it? After all, when we’re trapped on an island,
we want a book to help us get off the island and back home. We want a book to show us
how to be saved.
When you think about it, all of us are trapped on an “I-land” where we know neither our-
selves nor God and are looking for a message telling us help is on the way. Where do we find it?
In the Word of God.
That’s why the Apostle Paul tells the Philippian Christians to be “holding fast to the Word of
life” (Phil. 2:16) as they strive to shine as lights in the darkness for Jesus. He knew that is what
was necessary to keep them strong, effective followers and witnesses of Jesus Christ.
For eighty years Christian Crusaders has been holding fast to the Word of God. In a time
when many peoples’ trust in the power and authority of God’s Word seems to be eroding, we
remain committed to being people who cling to THE BOOK. Our messages are always
biblically-based for a reason – so you may know the Way, the Truth, and the Life and grow in
your relationship with Him. We believe all Scripture is God breathed. It has the power to bring a
person to Jesus and grow him or her into an effective servant who can bring others to Christ.
This is why we continually encourage you to hold fast to God’s Word. It’s a life-giving habit
to open it, read it, study it, and apply it. You will bear fruit that will honor Jesus.
The great Methodist evangelist John Wesley once said that a pivotal point in his life came
when he prayed to become “a man of one book.” What an impact he had for Christ! May we also
be known as “men and women of one book.”Pastor Steve Kramer
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From Our Executive Director . . .Light for my Path“Thy Word is a lamp onto my feet, and a light unto my path” Psalm 119:105.
During my childhood my paternal grandfather, Theodore (known as “Ted”), was steadily losing his eyesight. One evening, while driving home from their country church, my grandmother, Theodora (known as “Dora” – I’m not kidding!), commented on the beautiful harvest moon shining brightly in the dark. I, too, was thinking that it was huge and bright, hanging low in the night sky, softly reflecting off the deserted country highway. It was smack dab in front of us, its light guiding us back to town. My Norwegian grandpa replied, “Ya, (pause) where is it t’en?” “Right ahead of you, Ted!” my exasperated grandma replied. It was at that moment, my ten-year-old mind realized how poorly my grandpa could see and I wondered how that worked for him to drive??? This newsletter’s theme encourages us to hold on to God’s Word. How do we do that? Should we memorize verses, or read through the Bible in a year, or tape verses to our walls, or go to church every Sunday? Well…YES! Those are all means, “lamps,” that reveal God to us. According to Psalm 119:105, “Thy Word is a lamp unto my my feet…” God shows us that He has equipped us to walk with Him through life with feet! He tells us to follow Him, and He will be our Guide. His Word is also “a light unto my path.” God shows us that He will illuminate the path, step by step. With God lighting the way, we can proceed with the safest and best ways to pursue life. For when we get to the end of life’s path, when we get home to heaven, we will arrive through God’s provision of Jesus, the Light of the World! The opposite of this analogy, is trying to stumble down a dark path. Have you ever done that? It’s so scary, and usually we incur some injuries. Trusting in God’s light is the opposite of fear. Holding on to God’s Word is trusting in what God says. It means that no matter what happens in life, no matter what turns or obstacles are in our lives, if we look to His Word, we can be guided safely home. Just like that harvest moon, lighting up the dark night and its beams illuminating the road we travelled, so is the Word of God for we Christians travelling on the path of life. The Bible is our guide for living, one of the means by which the Holy Spirit comforts us and tends to our souls as we grow in relationship with Christ. I am grateful for my God-fearing grandparents. I am thankful we all made it home safely that evening so many years ago. I encourage you to hold on to God’s Word – it will equip you for daily living and guide you through this journey of life. The Bible – God’s answer to GPS! Julie Nordstrom
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80th Anniversary CelebrationHOLDING FAST TO JESUS
1936 - 2016 Christian Crusaders celebrated 80 years of broadcasting God’s Word with a
worship service at Nazareth Lutheran Church in Cedar Falls, Iowa on Sunday,
July 10, 2016. Pastor Steve Kramer gave the message and Christian Crusaders
provided treats between services.
We were excited to see many of
our listeners and Internet visitors at
the services that morning. It was a
delightful morning!
Praise be to God for Hisextravagant grace!
Decorative cookies served
between services
Speaker Steve Kramer and Executive Director Julie Nordstrom greet guests.
Board President Paul Creeden offers greetings to
the congregation.
Listener LettersFrom Toronto, Canada Great message on the broadcast today! Living in a blessed way for the Lord. No other way to live in my thinking!
From Cedar Falls, Iowa We enjoyed hearing Pastor Kramer at church last Sunday. Such a wonderful message he left with all of us! May God continue to bless his work.
From Manchester, UK I really listen and get into what you are teaching. Always a very good programme.
From St. Louis, Missouri My family and I had a wonderful time today when we took time to listen to your broadcast together. A family together with the Lord is about the very best!
From Story City, Iowa Thank you so much for the radio program and the newsletter. They both have been a real blessing to me.
On the Light SideQ: What time of day was Adam created?A: A little before Eve.Q: How do we know people in the Bible used fertilizer?A: Because they always said, “Lettuce spray” (Let us pray.)
Q: What do they call pastors in Germany?A: German Shepherds.
Q: Who was the greatest comedian in the Bible?A: Samsom. He brought down the house.
Q: What kind of motor vehicles are in the Bible?A: Jehovah drove Adam and Eve out of the Garden in a Fury. David’s Triumph was heard throughout the land. Also, probably a Honda, because the Apostles were all in one Accord.
Q: Which area of Palestine was especially wealthy?A: The area around the Jordan – its banks were always overflowing.
Q: Why didn’t they play cards on the Ark?A: Because Noah was always standing on the deck.
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You Are Invited to a Senior RetreatSeptember 12 - 14, 2016
Ingham Okoboji Lutheran Bible CampMilford, Iowa
Featured Speaker: Rev. Steve Kramer Speaker on Christian Crusaders
Topic: Prime Time
Registration Cost: $99.00 ($69.00 without housing) Includes meals, lodging, and programming.
Sponsored by:For more information,
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The Senior Retreat is a great chance for those 55 and older to be young at heart and enjoy camp. This two-day event provides opportunities to listen to an engaging speaker, get together with new and old friends, eat scrumptious meals and enjoy the lakes area.
Christian Crusaders
New Venue We are excited to announce
that as of August 2016, you can
now listen or read Christian
Crusaders sermons by going to
www.twr360.org.
TransWorldRadio 360 is a global online source for
accessing Christian media resources. One of the unique
outreach possibilities with this site is the ability to have
our messages automatically translated into the native
language of the user.
TWR360 also has an app available for Apple and
Android devices.
We are blessed that God has led us to this new
opportunity.
Save The Date!Christian Crusaders
4th AnnualPreaching Conference
Monday, May 1, 2017
Pastors and church leaders, mark your cal-
endars for our 4th annual Preaching Conference,
sponsored by Christian Crusaders. We anticipate a
great day of insight and inspiration with this year’s
featured presenter:
Rev. Leith AndersonSenior Pastor Emeritus
Wooddale ChurchEden Prairie, Minnesota
More information will be available in the coming months.
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