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12 Questions for the President — To start out the New Year, the Crossroad News staff thought some questions for CBI President David Schuringa would be of interest to our readers.

Also, Lorenda's Story, Endless Rewards, Romans 11 and Twentieth Anniversary

February 2004

Who Are Jesus' Brothers? (Part I) — When speaking of the end-times, Jesus asks us to care for His brothers. Identifying Jesus' brothers is of paramount importance.

Also, Church Ministry Growth, Office Expansion—Again, Christmas Cards Brighten Cells, CBI Board Highlights and In Remembrance.

Who Are Jesus' Brothers? (Part II) — Last month we began a study of the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats in Matthew 25. This month, we will continue this study as seen from a Social Justice Perspective.

Also, ¡Alabado Sea Dios! Praise God!, President's Report, Still On Death Row, Still Faithful, Record Number of Completed Lessons and 2004 PowerPoint CD Released.

Who Are Jesus' Brothers? (Part III) — We've been studying together the parable of the Sheep and the Goats. This month, we continue this study as seen from a Missiological Perspective.

Also, The Urgency of Our Mission, Top Quality Discipleship!, Tribute to Office Volunteers and In Remembrance.

Who Are Jesus' Brothers? (Part IV) — This month, as we conclude our study of the parable of the Sheep and the Goats, we will continue this study as seen from an Experiential Perspective.

Also, Hungry Souls, 2004 OSL Events and Portrait of a CBI Instructor.

Reaching Angel Tree Dads! — Prison Fellowship is a long time affiliate of CBI, read about an exciting new collaboration with Prison Fellowship's Angel Tree Program.

Also, OSL Still Sizzling in Arizona, Instructor Resources on the Web, Tribute to Church Coordinators and In Remembrance.

Of Geese & Men — One of the many delights of God's creation is the annual migration of the ducks and geese. This article outlines how geese can teach us more than you might think.

Also, Study Shows Increase in Life Terms, Anniversary Celebration: A Can't Miss Event!, New Training Video Released and Providing Parolees with ID.

Twenty Year Impact — This year, Crossroad Bible Institute is 20 years old. The anniversary marks a special opportunity to look back and trace how CBI began and developed over these year by God's grace.

Also, Amber Alert, Again, CBI College Students Graduate and Dentist Drill for Disciples.

Evidence Proves Program's Effectiveness — Three separate studies have confirmed the effectiveness of faith-based reentry education for prisoners.

Also, Student Testimonies and Instructor Testimonies

Fishing Can Be Frightening... At First — One of my favorite events last summer was when I took my four-year-old granddaughter fishing. I feel guilty that I never took my kids fishing when they were young, so I'm determined to make up for it with my grandchildren.

Also, CBI To Help Inmates In Reentry, New Tier 2 Course Launched, Pay to Stay Plans, 2004 Christmas Send-A-Card Program and In Remembrance.

Celebration Report — I want to thank those of you who made the journey to attend one of the Twentieth Anniversary events in either the Great Lakes or Great Plains regions. Both had guests from as far away as California.

Also, Celebration Pictures, Ex-Offenders and the Right to Vote and Because We're Thankful!

Why Jesus was Born — This month we celebrate Christmas again, reflecting on the birth of Christ. Have you ever thought about why Jesus was born?

Also, ABA Report Finds Prison Conditions Too Harsh and
Tribute to Instructors.