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MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT (Page 3) GMC YUKON XL DENALI 4WD (Page 2)

ACURA TLX 3.5L SH-AWD-ADV (Page 4)

RAM PROMASTER CITY WAGON SLT (Page 5)

2016 HONDA PILOT AWD ELITE (PAGE 7)

JEEP COMPASS LATITUDE 4 X 4 (Page 6)

STUDENT OF THE WEEK

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

ANTHONY RAY COLLIER (Page 9)

RAEVYN ROGERS OREGON (Page 9)

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Behind The Wheel With THE KING (Arthur Prayther)

GMC YUKON XL DENALI 4WD Dallas, Texas-Having the make a business trip to Dallas, the GMC XL Denali 4WD certainly came in handy. With it’s 31 gallon fuel tank and pretty good fuel consumption made for few stops. Yes the full luxury Denali 4WD model we tested came with a powerful 6.2 Liter Ecotec 3 engine that produces 420 horsepower at 5600 RPM and 460 pounds per foot of torque.

This vehicle still managed 14 miles per gallon in the city and 20 on the highway. We are talking top of the line here and 60 per cent of all GMC sales are the Denali models. Let us not forget we are talking about a vehicle with price tag of over 78 Grand and based on our test it’s worth every cent!

While talking about the engine let us add it’s mated to a 8-speed automatic transmission with magnetic ride control and auto locking rear differential and a two speed transfer case complete

with trailer sway control.

Duralife brake rotors and automatic rear load leveling, plus trailer brake controller with front and rear park assist. Towing capacity for the 4WD is 7,900 pounds.

Safety is at a high premium with the Denali models as well as it gets a 4-star overall rating from the NHTSA. Frontal crashed gets four stars for driver and front passenger while the side crashes rates a 5-star for both front and rear riders, but only a 3-star rating in rollover risk in single vehicle crash. A segment first front seat center air bag with bucket seats models and addenda standard air bags include head curtain side air bags and seat mounted sideimpact air bags. A Standard safety alert seat that vibrates when a potential crash threat is detected. That’s new and man it gets your attention to say the least on the matter. There is also

adaptive cruise Control and crash imminent braking. The new Denali XL is also equipped with standard side blind zone alert, lane change alert, rear cross traffic alert and forward collision alert with lane departure warning. The rearview camera system and StabiliTrak electronic stability control with rollover mitigation technology rounds it out!

The new Denali XL rolls on 22inch performance tires wrapped around Aluminum wheels with painted inserts. A Heads-up display, power retractable running boards, automatically adjust speed, power sun roof and rear entertainment system add to the

Denali Premium Package.

This also marked the first time we actually used the cool front bucket seats. With the temperature going over 100 degrees that day in Dallas it came in handy.

Inside the new GMC the driver is automobile heaven or as so would call it Cowboy heaven.

Plenty of room to stretch out and let the hammer down. The head room 42.8 upfront second row 39.1 front seat leg room 45.3 and second row 39.7 taking two six feet 3 tall guys with me on the trip and everyone had plenty of room. Cargo max out at 121.1 Cubic feet and the 130

inch wheel base makes for a smooth ride. The second and third row seats fold-flat for those who are riding with two people and have large cargo.

Technology sound with Onstar 4G LTE WI-FI Hotspot with 3GB/3months data trial and 6th month Onstar directions and connections with automatic crash response and turn-by-turn In closing please allow me to add the 10-speaker Bose Centerpoint surround sound audio system with active noise cancellation made the trip a breeze!

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HOME GROWN MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT A QUALITY PRODUCT

By King Arthur Prayther A King-Size View The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE 2WD 4-door SUV is continuing to climb the ladder into the segment upper end. With the final assembly point in Normal, Illinois the Outlanders is making a name for itself. With only 29 per cent of its part from the U.S. and Canada the vehicle had 49 per cent of its part from Japan as we both the engine and transmissions are from Japan as well.

Mitsubishi is joining Toyota is building a lot of products right here in the U.S. even though they still have parts from all over the World.

Power for the new Outlander is a 2.0 Liter MIVEC DOHC inline four banger with good pep and it’s mated to a continuously variable transmission. Sure footed P225/55R 18 inch All-Season tires neatly wrapped around an alloy wheel. Numbers for the Outlander is 32 miles on the highway and 25 in the city for a combine 28 miles per gallon.

That’s great when you consider our test vehicle fully equipped is price at 25,745. Including more

than 2,100 in optional equipment.

When it comes to warranties the Mitsubishi Motor company stands beside their product with a whopping 10 year 100,000 mile power train warranty and a 7 year, 100,000 mile Anti corrosion perforation with a 5-year 60,000 mile new vehicle warranty and 5 year unlimited roadside assistance. Did you see that and keep in mind we are talking about a vehicle with MSRP of under 23 grand.

Let us not forget we are talking about tough times and those who are in the market should take a look at this vehicle before you buy a small SUV. Sound systems play a big role in making your choice if you are going to be behind the wheel of your vehicle long periods at a time. So Mitsubishi took care of that with a 140-Watt AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with 6 speakers. Add Sirius XM Satellite radio with 3-month subscription, Digital HD radio and PUSE hand free link system with Bluetooth. All this operates with a 6.1 inch touch panel display audio system.

On the subjects of other interior functions the new Outlander has one touch start/stop engine switch, power door locks and side-view mirrors as well as rearview camera. Don’t forget we are talking about a small SUV here not a luxury touring sedan.

The front door has storage bins for bottle holders and pocket tissue and pen holders, now that’s thinking of just about everything.

On the safe side the Outlander get a 4-star rating from the

NHTSA with four stars for frontal crashes for driver and front passenger and five star rating for both front and rear passengers in side crashed. The unit get a 4-star in single vehicle rollovers. These are all good ratings for the Governmental agency that rates these vehicles.

A full list of air bags are standard equipments including driver knee air bags. Throw in Hill Start Assist, anti-locking brakes with electronic brake force distribution and brake assist. You all know this is what you are use

to reading about on performance sport sedans with big price tags.

But that one of the reasons we are so high on this model because it had a full-array of solid features that are standard and the price is very affordable!

Driver and front passengers are treated to heated front seats with premium fabric trimming. Eight way manual driver seat and a four way manual adjustable front passenger seat.

In closing lets just say the chrome-plated interior door handles just really catches my eye!

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The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE 2WD

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ACURA TLX GREAT MIXTURE OF POWER AND LUXURY

By King Arthur Prayther A King-Size View Going for a ride in the next Acura TLX 3.5L SH-AWDADV the other week gave us a real good feeling. Yes the new Acura really handles great yet the 290 horses under the hood gives it sport car like power. The Direct Ignition SOHC 3.5 liter 24-valve VTEC V6 engine with Variable cylinder management gets you up and going in no time. However we are still talking about 31 miles per gallon on the highway and 21 miles per gallon in the city. A combine mileage of 25 miles per gallon makes it very affordable to along with the power and handling greatest the vehicle offers. You could say it’s the perfect blend of the two and priced just over 45 Grand is not bad.

A 9-speed automatic transmission with SH-AWD complete with idle stop feature plus paddle shifters.

Driver and front passenger side air bags with smart vent com-

plete with side curtain airbags and rollover sensors and drive knee air bags round out the interior safety features.

As we mention before the new TLX has agile handling assist dynamic braking system makes the stopping the vehicle as much fun and taking off. The ACE body structure and tire pressuring monitoring systems makes

for real safe feeling.

On Demand multi-use Display touch screen with XM Satellite radio SMS text messaging functionality and Pandora internet radio interface and the works.

There are so many new technical features on the new TLX you will be amazed at what it has to offer.

Driver comfort is enhanced by a

10-way power seat and a 8-way front passenger power seat.

There is 60/40 split folding rear seats and dual-zone automatic climate control with air filtration system. Throw in homelink system and auto up/down windows.

We think you get the picture!

Power rolls smoothly to the pavement on P 225/50R 18-All Season tires Wrapped around a

Acura TLX 3.5L SH-AWD-ADV

set of 18 inch X 7.5 alloy wheel.

When it comes to warranties the Acura clearly is back by one of the best, 6 year/70,000 mile Powertrain warranty plus 4 year/50,000 mile Limited Warranty. Toss in a full tank of fuel and three free months of XM radio, you’ve got yourself a great deal!

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RAM PROMASTER CITY WAGON SLT READY TO GO TO WORK

By King Arthur Prayther A King-Size View This week we went for a spin in a very different kind of vehicle and found it to be very practical and functional. Yes I’m talking about the new Ram Promaster City Wagon SLT. Having looks of your normal AC repairman vehicle the new City Wagon came equipped with plenty of cargo carrying support system.

Such as tie down hooks and panel loading racks over all the place.

Built for what American love in a real utility vehicle the new Promaster City Wagon has only 34 per cent of its parts from the United States and Canada with 44 from Turkey and 18 per cent from Italy. The final assembly point is Bursa, Turkey while both the engine and transmission are built right here in the United

States.

A 2.4 liter in-line four cylinder provides enough power to get the vehicle up and rolling pretty good. While a new 9-speed 948TE FWD automatic transmission helps to take the numbers up to 29 miles per gallon on the highway and 21 in the city for a combine 24 miles per gallon overall economy. Two cargo doors on each side provided plenty of room for cargo and the rear doors swung open allowing more room to load large objects.

There is also plenty of room between seats reminding you of the old days but no transmission hump for those of you who go back that far. You know the days when vehicle had a big hump down the middle for the rear wheel transmission link.

Well front wheel drive took care of that problem didn’t it?

Despite the fact the vehicle had

work truck written allover it from the outside. But once you were inside you found some of the things like leather wrapped steering wheel and tilt and telescopic feature. Plus driver lumbar support and height adjustable seats with armrest.

Oh yeh the new Promaster City

Wagon even has front overhead storage bins. How thoughtful of Ram as they basically thought of just about everything while putting this vehicle together.

On the outside the Wagon has some flare as well with Bodyside molded in color molding and body color fascias. Power

heated exterior mirror with manual fold-away feature and deep tint sunscreen glass.

In closing please allow me to add the new Promaster City Wagon comes with a 5-year or 100,000 mile power train warranty! Our test vehicle came in at just under 28 Grand.

The Ram Promaster City Wagon SLT for 2015

A RISING STAR CAMERON LAVERGNE - BTW

By King Arthur Prayther A King-Size View The Lady Eagles of Booker T. Washington high school hope to fly high in several sports this school year. Thanks to a star on the rise in senior Cameron Lavergne. The lovely and talented senior does well in volleyball, basketball, soft ball and track and field. Over the years the lady Eagles had some of the best dating back to the mid-eighties when Monica Norman did her thing in four sports.

Having played club ball Lavergne is a big help for first year coach De’Aundra Thomas.

With only 6 players the Lady Eagles put up a good fight in the HISD pre-season volleyball tournament. Cameron is the captain of the squad and she was an easy pick for All-Tournament selection. “I knew my role would be one of leadership this

year and the one who would push us. She went on to say she tries to motivate the Lady Eagles to be their best at all times.

Adding the team needs more work but they are pleased with their efforts in this tournament.

Coach Thomas added he feels Cameron desire to win helps make his team show a lot of fight and they are looking forward to making another good showing.

Last year’s team made the playoffs but Cameron is looking for a stronger finish this year.

In the district with Furr, Wheatley, Sterling, Navasota and Sealy with only four teams making the playoffs.

In closing Cameron added Math is her favorite subject at BTW and she sees Environmental engineer as a possible College major. Eliminating Childhood Obesity is another of Lavergne goals in life!

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Cameron Lavergne BTW Lady Eagle with Golden wings - Photo by Dr.Victor Keys

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JEEP COMPASS LATITUDE 4 X 4 OFFERS GOOD ECONOMY

By King Arthur Prayther A King-Size View In these days and times when every dollar counts we find it comforting to know the new 2015 Jeep Compass Latitude 4X4 has some great numbers.

The 2.4 liter in-line 4 cylinder DOHC 16-valve engine with VVTI cranks out 21 miles per gallon in the city and 27 on the highway for a combine average of 23 miles per gallon. The engine is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission and yes it has 5-year or 100,000 miles power train warranty. A 3-year or 36,000 mile basic limited warranty as well as 5-year or 100,000 mile Roadside Assistance with certain restrictions.

Our test vehicle came in a Billet Silver-Metallic exterior paint with a Dark Slate gray interior for a great color scheme. Power came thrusting to the road on P215/55R 18 BSW All-Season Performance tires circulating

around a 18x7.0 inch aluminum Chrome Clad Wheel. When you take into consideration this vehicle sales for just over 30 Grand but actually started out with a base price of 25 Grand, these are great economically sound numbers.

Functional safety features include advance Multi-stag air bags up front and supplemental side-curtain front air bags and active headrest. However the NHTSA gave his vehicle only a 3-star when it comes to frontal crashes for both driver and front passenger. It was rated with a 4star as it relates to single vehicle roll over crashes. No overall rating nor was there a rating for the side crashes either.

Among the optional equipments for the new Compass is a Radio 430N AM/FM/CD/DVD/MP3/HDD/N AV with 40 GB Hard Drive with 28 GB available, plus Satellite radio with one year subscription and Sirius XM travel line with 5-year subscription. Throw in

remote USB ports and Uconnect voice command with Bluetooth.

A six-way power seat for the driver and 60/40 folding rear

seats. Yes they are leather trimmed buckets up front with ample room in the center console.

In closing the custom packages adds Bright side roof rails and Body color fascias with bright inserts.

The Jeep Compass Latitude 4 X 4 for 2015

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HONDA PILOT ELITE MOVES UP IN CLASS

By King Arthur Prayther A King-Size View Entering the market place a few years ago as a small SUV, but there is nothing small about the 2016 Honda Pilot AWD Elite.

The vehicle is clearly a solid mid-size SUV with all the trimming normally found in more expensive models. However the model we tested came in at just over 47 Grand. To begin with the new Pilot has 75 per cent of its parts from the United States and Canada with the engine and transmission both built in the U.S. and the final assembly point is Lincoln Alabama. It’s kind of hard to be more home grown than that. Speaking of engine the Pilot is powered by a 280 horsepower 3.5 Liter SOHC 24-valve I-TEC Direct Injection V6 engine. Cranking out good solid numbers with 19 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the

highway with a combine mileage of 22 MPG. This baby has Earth Dreams Technology and variable cylinder management and is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. Hold on a minute let’s go back to VCM, which means the vehicle operates on 4 cylinders when needed and moves to 6 cylinders when more power is needed.

Keep in mind all this is done electronically and the driver is in command at all times. Honda IVTM4 all-wheel drive system is enhanced by intelligent traction management complete with Hill Start assist and electric power assisted rack and pinion steering.

Again we say features are more commonly found on vehicles with a much bigger price tags.

We can safely say that the competition has certainly given auto buyers more bang for their

bucks these days.

Once you are inside the new 2016 Pilot the driver it treated to a 10-way power seat with the front passenger getting a 4-way power seat. Both seated are heated as well as the steering wheel for those of you who are in cold weather states. Leather trimmed interior goes well with a leather wrapped steering wheel.

Entertainment comes from a AM/FM/CD/HD Premium Audio system with 10-speakers and an 8-inch display screen.

Sure this has satellite-linked Navigation and XM Satellite radios with free activation good for the first three months. Other technical features such as power moon roof with tilt feature along with Panoramic roof giving you a good solid view above. The second row captain chairs is another indication of how the Pilot has grown. The third row seats surly fold creating a great deal of cargo space.

Keep in mind the Pilot is not without style to go along with all its practical features. Power

rolls to the pavement on 245/50 R20-inch All season Tires wrapped around a set of Bright and Shinning 20 X 8 alloy wheels.

The multi-rear camera and a 4.2 inch multi-information display with Blu-Ray/DVD rear entertainment system with 9 inch display with wireless headphones is all Good!

We could go on and on, but we think it’s best if you are in the market simply visit your local Honda dealer and check out the new 2016 Pilot Elite!

The new 2016 Honda Pilot AWD Elite

A KING-SIZE MOVER AND SHAKER: RUSSELL AUSTIN - BTW

By Dr. Victor Keys A King-Size View Russell Austin Head Football Coach Booker T. Washington HS/HSEP It brings me great pleasure to announce that Coach Russell Austin, the Head Football Coach of the Booker T. Washington HS/HSEP Eagles is the Mover and Shaker for the month of

August. Coach Austin has been a teacher at BTW for 39 years. He is the former wide receiver coach and head boys’ track coach.

Coach Austin is very talented, he has the skills and knowledge to take a little of “what ever” and turn it into a lot of “Greatness”.

He gives his students and athletes 110% everyday and can be seen in the community teaching, helping, and mentoring young

men and women. Coach Austin is well respected in the coaching ranks. He is a great leader, his knowledge of Sports and Athletics is unmatched. He is definitely the right man for the job and we can expect great things from the athletic department at Booker T. Washington HS/HSEP. When I asked him about his goals for the upcoming year, Coach Austin stated that

“rebuilding the Eagle football program by developing wellrounded student/athletes with a growth mindset was his first priority. He added that his next goal “is to teach our athletes to represent our community in the best way possible by being young men and young women of character. Lastly, he informed me that “his most challenging goal is to make the football playoffs this year”.

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PVILCA BANQUET 2015 PART II

By King Arthur Prayther A King-Size View As continue our profiles of the 2015 PVILCA Annual Banquet we will take a look at some more big names went into the Hall of Fame this year. Warren Wells a Franklin Louisiana native who grew up in Beaumont, Texas. Playing football in the late 50s at Herbert High school Wells did his thing so well after graduating in 1960 he went on to play for the great Alexander Durley at Texas Southern University. In the fall of 1963 the star receiver was named Black College AllAmerican and was drafted in the 12th round by the Detroit Lions in the NFL in 1964. But Wells joined the United States Army and served two years during the Viet-Nam War. In 1967 he joined the Oakland Raiders and soon became the NFL’s best deep threat. He averaged 21.5 yards per catch in his second season and was voted to the 1968 AFL All-Star team and played in the Pro Bowl in 68 and 70. He then increased his reception average to an NFL record 26.8 and held a career record of 23.1 yards per catch upon his retirement. The Raiders known for throwing the ball downfield in those days and Wells was the target most of the time. The folks in Beaumont inducted Wells in the Herbert High school Hall of Fame.

The Raiders are known for sticking together and last year’s entry into the PVILCA Hall of Fame Worthing’s Cliff Branch was on hand for the honor.

Branch was also a well known deep threat and was on three Raiders Super Bowl teams himself.

Speaking of Worthing Colts Karl Michael Douglas was inducted into the Hall of Fame this time around. The All City and All District QB went on to Texas A & I and won 41 of the 45 games he played there. Add two NAIA Championships in 1969 and 70 both of which he was voted the MVP. Taken by the Baltimore Colts in the third round in 1971 Douglas then moved to play four years in Canada. For the past 25 years Douglas has worked with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Another Beaumont Herbert star goes into the Hall of Fame this year in Jerry LeVias. He played under the leadership of the late Clifton Ozen as a quarterback.

Moving on to SMU as LeVias

broke the color barrier for the SWC as the while at receiver led the Mustangs to their first conference title in 18 years.

Winning both athletic and Academic All-American and several of his receiving records still stand including 1,131 receiving yards and 22 career Touchdowns. The talented player went on to play for the Houston Oilers and San Diego Chargers in the NFL and was the AFL Rookie of the year in 1969.

Among LeVias honors College Football Hall of Fame, The Texas Sports Hall of Fame and the SMU Distinguished Alumni Award. Currently LeVias serves on the Board of Directors for Harris County Children Protective Services and is an ambassador for the Houston Texas as well as a senior advisory committee member for the Houston Bowl game.

Others honored in football this year includes former Yates great Rhome Nixon. He was named all-state in 1961 and one of the main receivers for the late Sylvester Armstrong. They lost to Austin Anderson 20-13 Nixon senior year but Armstrong led the Lions to the title the following year. By that time Nixon was at Southern University where he earned a degree in recreation in 1967. He was drafted by the Chargers in the fourth round and after a short NFL stint the joined the Ottawa Rough Riders and his team won the 1973 Grey Cup in the

Canadian football League. He retired in 1976 and worked 25 years for Albemarle Chemical Plant until retiring in 2009.

Nixon is a member at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church and he and his wife Cynthia have two sons Jarrett and Ashton!

Charles Shack Warner of Washington high school in Bartlett who went on to play for the late Billy Nicks at P.V. Leon Taylor a 1967 graduate of Jack Yates went o to star at North Texas State where his record single season rushing for 1,017 yards earned him first team All-American Taylor went on to be on the 1971 Grey Cup Championship Calgary team, before playing with the World Football League Shreveport Steamers.

Billy Roy Talford of Conroe BTW was also inducted into the Hall this time around.

Alfred “Tut” Talford another player from that Conroe BTW team was inducted. This Talford went to play both football and baseball at Wiley College.

Otis Pointer Jr. considered too small at Kashmere Otis ended up at Yates and was given a chance to play football. He would go on to play on the Lions 1965 State Championship team and rushed for 121 yards and scored a touchdowns with only four carries. Pointer went on to be a two years starter at P.V. before being drafted and spending 11 months in VietNam.

Cliff Branch three time Super Bowl Oakland Raider was one hand to honor other Worthing Colts

David Newsome of Jackson High school in Rosenberg, Texas from 1959-1963. The hard working running back named “The Hoss” made all district in 1962 and joined the Air Force in 1963.

Elahi R. Bradley-Muhammad Jra Worthing graduate and won the Gulf Region Amateur Athletic Union Champion in Shot Put. Big Brad went on to TSU and joined Brown and Root/Halliburton where he spent 20 years working.

Ben Marshall nicked named Shafer from Central High school Galveston where he was allDistrict, All-State and AllAmerican in football in 1956.

He was also a top sprinter and 110 hurdles and the 220 yard dash. Ben spent time at Grambling under the great legendary Eddie Robinson.

Be sure and keep reading A King-size View newspaper/magazine for the third and final segment of the 2015 PVILCA Banquet!

Warren Wells former Oakland Raider goes into PVILCA Hall of Fame-one of the FL’s Best Deep Threat receivers of all-times

Jerry LeVias Beaumont Herbert great who went to star at SMU as well as the Houston Oilers - All photos by Dr. Victor Keys

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ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

RAEVYN ROGERS

OREGON

By King Arthur Prayther A King-Size View Edmonton, Canada-The USA women team won a record 30 Gold Medals in the Pan American Junior Track and Field championship. Local product Raevyn Rogers of Houston Kinkaid high school led the way with the 800 meters title in a time 2.4.62. The talented Rogers went on to anchor the USA Mile Relay squad with a time of 3.31.49 with that being

the fastest time in the World this year. Teaming with Zola Golden, Olivia Baker and Kendall Ellis, Rogers ran a split of 52.1 as the team USA finished with a team high 58 points.

The grand-daughter of the late Roland “Bear” Rogers had just completed her freshman season at Oregon where she led the Lady Ducks to the Pac 12 Women title. Her efforts in the 800 and her anchoring the mile relay team that placed and beat

out USC to win the honors.

With good blood running through her veins Raevyn is the daughter of former Madison Marlin basketball stand out Rhonda Rogers. Realizing what she wanted to do in life at an early age has helped Raevyn reach his goals and the outstanding freshman from Oregon is on her way.

With a desire to become a physical therapist later in life Raevyn is making the city of Houston very proud and we know Bear Rogers is smiling from Heaven knowing his grand-daughter is continuing to carry the Rogers name. We at King-size View Newspaper Magazine are just glad we had the opportunity to meet the charming hard working young lady at the TSU Relays two years ago.

Samiyah Samuels of Cy-Springs high school also helped a as she won the women long jump leaping 20 feet 5.24 inches.

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Raevyn Rogers now of Oregon helped the USA Women win the Pan American championship - photo by Dr. Victor Keys

A KING-SIZE VIEW IS ONLINE AT WWW.KINGSIZEVIEW.COM ers. After his speech the enormous crowd marched from the University of Texas to the capital.

STUDENT OF THE WEEK

ANTHONY RAY COLLIER

By Dr. Victor Keys A King-Size View We are pleased to announce that Anthony Ray Collier is the Student of the Week. He was born in Houston, TX on February 1st, 1993. He graduated from Manor New Technology High School in 2011. Anthony was inspired to attend an HBCU after reading The Miseducation of the Negro by Dr. Carter G. Woodson. After enrolling at Texas Southern University, Anthony joined the Debate Team under the world renowned Dr. Thomas F. Freeman, founding dean of the Thomas F. Freeman honors college. He also was elected by his peers as the Student Government Association’s senator for the Barbara Jordan – Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs, became Vice President of the Political Science Club, and Historian of the Pre-Law Society.

Anthony is a very active student activist. He has lead and participated in many demonstrations against police brutality. One of the most

notable events Anthony participated in was the Millions March TX event held in Austin Texas.

He delivered a Speech at the Martin Luther King Statue on the University of Texas campus in front of thousands of protest-

During spring break of the 2015 school semester, Anthony went on a mission trip to the east side of San Antonio with Intervarsity, a Christian organization. While in San Antonio Anthony volunteered for non-profit organizations, providing shelter for the homeless and comfort for drug addicts. Anthony also offered guidance gang members and elementary school children.

Anthony has been very involved in Houston’s 3rd ward community. He has partnered with the TSU’s Wesley Foundation on various community engagement activities. Once a month in the fall semesters and twice a month in the spring semesters Anthony leads students in the Wesley Foundation to Lockhart Elementary School, where they tutor and mentor elementary school children.

Anthony co-founded the Southern Student Leadership Association with one other TSU student. His organization teaches

a bi-weekly Black history Class free of charge to the community.

They also have a radio show called “Leaders of the New School” which airs on KCOH 1230 AM every Saturday morning at 9:00 am. In the summer of 2015 Anthony was selected by the University of Houston’s Law Center to participate in a Pre-Law Pipeline program. He took Law School classes with 23 other students from all over the country. He also had a paid internship at Bracewell & Giuliani, where he practiced Immigration Law.

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WHAT IS TRUTH? TITHES What is Truth? John 17:17 “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy Word is truth.”

Please get your Bibles and follow this study! Tithing...has it ever been authorized by Jesus Christ, through his Apostles, to be observed by Christians?

Dear reader, it is again a privilege and I hope, a blessing, to be able to share some scriptural truths with you. Let us now get to this month’s study, “Tithing”.

In the religious world today, we believe there are many things taught and practiced that are not authorized by Jesus Christ through his Apostles. We believe that tithing is one of them. The Apostle Paul wrote to The Church in Thessalonica, to “Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.” (1Thes.5:21).

All things must be proven [to test, try, examine, to approve and to allow] by Christ, by those proclaiming to be Christians.

After proving it, if it is good according to Christ and or his Apostles, keep it, teach it, practice it. God left instructions on how to be right [righteous] with Him, that all must hear his only begotten Son, and Him only (Matt.17:1-8; 1John- 4:9). We must remember that Jesus, as he prayed to his Father in heaven, also left instructions on how to believe on him and that is through the Apostle’s words (John 17:20 “Neither pray I for these alone, but for them also which shall believe on me through their word; 21 That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me.”)

We find no command, custom nor instructions on tithing, given by the apostles; given to the Church that Christ is building.

We do find the customs, commands and instructions of tithing given to those that were under the Old Law. These instructions were given by God through Moses, for The Law was given

by Moses (John 1:17). As you read, you will see these were specific instructions, specific commands given to a specific People. When the people of God, under Moses, obeyed the commandment of tithing, this made them right [righteous] with God. When reading, carefully note the definitions and also note to whom and by whom this was given. Note the precise instructions of tithing, given to those under The Old Law. Definition:(#1)-Tithe- (4643) ma` aser -a tenth part b) a tithe,

a payment of a tenth part

tithe

Lev 27:30 And all the (#1)tithe of the land, whether of the seed of the land, or of the fruit of the tree, is the LORD’s: it is holy unto the LORD. (KJV)

eh 10:37 And that we should bring the firstfruits of our dough, and our offerings, and the fruit of all manner of trees, of wine and of oil, unto the priests, to the chambers of the house of our God; and the (#2)tithes of our ground unto the Levites, that the same Levites might have the (#2)tithes in all the cities of our tillage. 38 And the priest the son of Aaron shall be with the Levites, when the Levites take (#2)tithes: and the Levites shall bring up the (#2)tithe of the (#2)tithes unto the house of our God, to the chambers, into the treasure house. (see also Gen 28:22; 1 Sam 8:15 & 17) (KJV)

Lev 27:32 And concerning the (#1)tithe of the herd, or of the flock, even of whatsoever passeth under the rod, the tenth shall be holy unto the LORD. (KJV) um 18:24 But the (#1)tithes of the children of Israel, which they offer as an heave offering unto the LORD, I have given to the Levites to inherit: therefore I have said unto them, Among the children of Israel they shall have no inheritance. 25 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, 26 Thus speak unto the Levites, and say unto them, When ye take of the children of Israel the (#1)tithes which I have given you from them for your inheritance, then ye shall offer up an heave offering of it for the LORD, even a tenth part of the (#1)tithe.

Deut 14:22 Thou shalt truly (#1)tithe all the increase of thy seed, that the field bringeth forth year by year. 23 And thou shalt eat before the LORD thy God, in the place which he shall choose to place his name there, the (#1)tithe of thy corn, of thy wine, and of thine oil, and the firstlings of thy herds and of thy flocks; that thou mayest learn to fear the LORD thy God always. (read also Deut 12:17) (KJV) Deut 26:12 When thou hast made an end of (#1)tithing all the (#1)tithes of thine increase the third year, which is the year of (#1)tithing, and hast given it unto the Levite, the stranger, the fatherless, and the widow, that they may eat within thy gates, and be filled; (KJV) 2 Chr 31:5 And as soon as the commandment came abroad, the children of Israel brought in abundance the firstfruits of corn, wine, and oil, and honey, and of all the increase of the fields; and the (#1)tithe of all things brought they in abundantly. 6 And concerning the children of Israel and Judah, that dwelt in the cities of Judah, they also brought in the (#1)tithe of oxen and sheep, and the (#1)tithe of holy things which were consecrated unto the LORD their God, and laid them by heaps.

(KJV) Definition: (#2)Tithe - (6237) `asar- to tithe, to take the tenth part of, to give a tithe, to take a

If you have read carefully, hopefully you noticed that the Apostles, Christians, or the Church that Christ is building are not mentioned once in the previous scriptures. This is because they cannot be found anywhere in The Old Testament.

So then the commandment to observe tithing, has never been given to those of the Church that Christ is building (Matt.16:1318; Acts 2:47); those that have been buried with Christ, and have put on Christ in baptism (Gal.3:26-29) [Christians]. Even in the New Testament scriptures given below, if read carefully, you will find the same results.

You will find the Lord Jesus teaching the unbelieving Jews, trying to convert them into Christianity. You will also find references to the Old Law, but nothing to the Church that Christ is building.

Definition: (#3) Tithe- (586) apodekatoo-1) to give, to pay a tithe of anything 2) to receive one-tenth from anyone Matt 23:23 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye pay (#3)tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have omitted the weightier matters of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone. (KJV) Luke 11:42 But woe unto you, Pharisees! for ye (#3)tithe mint and rue and all manner of herbs, and pass over judgment and the love of God: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone. (KJV) Luke 18:11 The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. 12 I fast twice in the week, I give

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(#3)tithes of all that I possess.

13 And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. 14 I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.(KJV)

Heb 7:5 And verily they that are of the sons of Levi, who receive the office of the priesthood, have a commandment to take (#3)tithes of the people according to the law, that is, of their brethren, though they come out of the loins of Abraham:(KJV) Definition: (#4) Tithe - (1181) dekate- a tenth part of anything, a tithe a) the tenth party of booty taken from an enemy b) the tithes of fruits of the earth and of flocks, which by the Law of Moses were presented to the Levites in the congregation of Israel (#5) Tithe - (1183) dekatoo (dek-at-o’-o); from 1181; to tithe, i.e. to give or take a tenth: KJV— pay (receive) tithes.1) to exact or receive the tenth part Heb 7:8 And here men that die receive (#4) tithes; but there he receiveth them, of whom it is witnessed that he liveth. 9 And as I may so say, Levi also, who receiveth (#4) tithes, payed (#5) tithes in Abraham.(KJV) Remember, Christ Jesus left instructions to his Apostles for all things that are to be observed, by the Church that he is building. The blueprint is in the apostle’s doctrine, which is in New Testament scriptures.

This is also the one church that is HIS body and the one that he is the HEAD of. The Apostles being guided by The Holy Ghost; “the Comforter” passed these instructions on to us in THEIR writings. We must never forget the order of things, please read!

Matt 16:16 And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. 17 And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven. 18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.(KJV) Matt 17:1 And after six days Jesus taketh Peter, James, and John his brother, and bringeth them up into an high mountain apart, 2 And was transfigured before them: and his face did

shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as the light. 3 And, behold, there appeared unto them Moses and Elias talking with him. 4 Then answered Peter, and said unto Jesus, Lord, it is good for us to be here: if thou wilt, let us make here three (1)tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias. 5 While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him. 6 And when the disciples heard it, they fell on their face, and were sore afraid. 7 And Jesus came and touched them, and said, Arise, and be not afraid. 8 And when they had lifted up their eyes, they saw no man, save Jesus only.(KJV)

Difinition: (1)three tabernacles 4633 skene-2) used of that wellknown movable temple of God after the pattern of which the temple at Jerusalem was built…..

Matt 28:16 Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, into a mountain where Jesus had appointed them. 17 And when they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted. 18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. 19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.KJV) 1 Cor 11:1 Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ.

2 Now I praise you, brethren, that ye remember me in all things, and keep the ordinances, as I delivered them to you. 3 But I would have you know, that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the woman is the man; and the head of Christ is God.(KJV) Eph 1:20 Which he wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places, 21 Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come: 22 And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church, 23 Which is his body, the fulness of him that filleth all in all.(KJV)

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TITHES CONTINUED Col 1:14 In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins: 15 Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: 16 For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: 17 And he is before all things, and by him all things consist. 18 And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the (1)preeminence.

19 For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell; 20 And, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself; by him, I say, whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven.(KJV) Definition:(1) the preeminence 4409 proteuo (prote-yoo’-o); from 4413; to be first (in rank or influence) , to hold the first place: KJV— have the preeminence…..4413 protos (pro’-tos); contracted superlative of 4253; foremost (in time, place, order or importance), 1) first in time or place; in any succession of things or persons 2) first in rank a) influence, honor b) chief c) principal 3) first, at the first: KJV— before, beginning, best, chief (-est), first (of all), former.

As we like to say, Christ, Christ, Christ, Christ, Christ through his Apostles (John 17:14-21), nothing more, nothing less, NO ONE ELSE, according to The Father which is in HEAVEN! (Matt.17:1-8; 28:16-20; John 8:54-59; Eph.1:20-23; Col.1:1420 etc.)

2 Pet 3:2 That ye may be mindful of the words which were spoken before by the holy prophets, and of the commandment of us the apostles of the Lord and Saviour: 3 Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts,(KJV) I Jn 4:5 They are of the world: therefore speak they of the world, and the world heareth them. 6 We are of God: he that knoweth God heareth us; he that is not of God heareth not us.

Hereby know we the spirit of truth, and the spirit of error.

(KJV) We believe it is now scripturally clear, that Jesus did not leave any instructions or commands of tithing to his body, the Church.

This being true, why are so many in the religious world today, teaching and demanding such? Christians must continue steadfastly in the Apostles’ doctrine just as those

A King-Size View Christians before us (read Acts2:41-42). Do we error because we know not the scriptures, nor the power of God (Matt.22:29), or is it because of greed that one would teach in error tithing [a tenth part] or pledging? Is merchandise made of members, because of the love of money, (read 2Pet.2:1-9)?

The man of God must flee these things, according to the Apostle Paul, as he taught the young minister Timothy (please read, 1Tim.6:3-21).

Acts 2:41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.(KJV) 2 Pet 2:3 And through (1)covetousness shall they with (2)feigned words make (3)merchandise of you: whose judgment now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not. (please get your bible and read verses 1 thru 9) (KJV) Definitions:(1) covetousness 4124 pleonexia (pleh-on-ex-ee’ah); from 4123; avarice, i.e. (by implication) fraudulency, extortion: KJV— covetous (-ness) practices, greediness.greedy desire to have more (2) feigned words-4112 plastos (plas-tos’); from 4111; moulded, i.e. (by implication) artificial or (figuratively) fictitious (false): KJV— feigned. (3) merchandise 1710 emporeuomai- to use a person or a thing for gain 1 Tim 6:10 For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. 11 But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. (please get your bible and read verses 3 thru 21)(KJV) If we in the religious world today are going to teach in error (tithing), let us at least teach it as God in the Old Law commanded it. Let us accept in the treasury, along with money: seed, sheep, herbs, honey, oxen, mint, etc. We believe the point is understood. Now, let us read the instructions and commandments of finance given to the Church

by Christ. These are given by Jesus Christ, the one that grace and truth came by (John1:17).

Handed down to the Apostles, and then to us, and as we observe [obey] them, it will make Christians right [righteous] with God, as we abide in the Apostles’ Doctrine. Let us start first with the teaching of the Apostle Paul, in Acts the 20th chapter, as he was guided by The Holy Spirit. We believe that

Acts the 20th chapter, verses: 31-35 sets the tone of a Christian’s life and finances.

Contrary to what most teach, it is a humble life of necessities.

This life is financed by working with our hands to support our needs, to support the weak and needy saints, and to give to the poor. This is for all that proclaim to be Christians. The apostle Paul did it and according to scripture, we are to follow him and the other Apostles’, as they followed Christ (1Cor.11:1-2).

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Acts 18:1 After these things Paul departed from Athens, and came to Corinth; 2 And found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus, lately come from Italy, with his wife Priscilla; (because that Claudius had commanded all Jews to depart from Rome:) and came unto them. 3 And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occupation they were tentmakers.(KJV) Acts 20:31 Therefore watch, and remember, that by the space of three years I ceased not to warn every one night and day with tears. 32 And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified. 33 I have coveted no man’s silver, or gold, or apparel. 34 Yea, ye yourselves know, that these hands have ministered unto my necessities, and to them that were with me.

35 I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.

(Please read also 1Cor.4:11-12, Eph.4:28) Rom 12:9 Let love be (1)without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.

10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; 11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; 12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; 13 (2)Distributing to the (3)necessity of (4)saints; given to hospitality.(KJV) Definitions:(1)without dissimulation-505 anupokritos (an-oopok’-ree-tos); from 1 (as a negative particle) and a presumed derivative of 5271; undissembled, i.e. sincere: KJV— without dissimulation (hypocrisy), unfeigned. (2)Distributing to2841 koinoneo (koy-no-neh’-o); from 2844; to share with others (objectively or subjectively): KJV— communicate, distribute, be partaker. (3)necessity5532 chreia (khri’-ah); from the base of 5530 or 5534; employment, i.e. an affair; also (by

implication) occasion, demand, requirement or destitution: KJV— business, lack, necessary (-ity), need (-ful), use, want.

(4)saints-40 hagios (hag’-eeos); from hagos (an awful thing) [compare 53, 2282]; sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated): KJV— (most) holy (one, thing), saint.

As you have read and hopefully will continue to read the set of scriptures given below, you will find the purpose and order of the collection, given to the Church,

by Christ, through the apostle Paul. This is the collection that is to be observed by Christians, thereby making them right [righteous] with God; not tithing, (the command Moses gave to the Israelites). The purpose of this collection is for the poor and needy saints, under New Testament rule. Tithes were given by the Israelites to the Levites for the poor and needy, under Old Testament rule, for they had no inheritance (Num.18:24-26). We will also see just how precise the instructions are to Christians, in the commandment of giving. They will also manifest the abuse that is caused when religious leaders teach in error, tithing and or pledging. Sure, those that have obeyed the scriptural form of doctrine (Rom.6:17), and have been buried with Christ, and have put on Christ in Baptism, are instructed to give. So giving must be taught, but it must be taught and practiced by New Testament scriptures. Please read carefully the instructions given by the Lord through the apostle Paul. Please note the definitions.

1 Cor 16:1 Now concerning the (1)collection for the saints, as I have given order to the churches of Galatia, even so do ye. 2 Upon the first day of the week let every one of you lay by him in store, as God hath prospered him, that there be no gatherings when I come. 3 And when I come, whomsoever ye shall approve by your letters, them will I send to bring your liberality unto Jerusalem. (Please read also Acts11:28-30, Rom.15:2526, Galatians 2:10) (KJV) Definition: (1)Collection-3048 logia-a collection; used of money gathered for the relief of the poor In the collection for the saints, Christians must first have a willing mind, and it must be according to what they have, not according to what they have not.

There are many struggling to pay their bills, because of many legitimate reasons such as: illnesses, medicine, fixed incomes, etc. So, to have religious leaders ask for their checks or check stubs, to impose the error of a tenth part of their earnings, or even a “pledge”, is abuse and is not according to New Testament

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instructions. We hope you will also note, after careful reading, that one is not to be burdened while the other is eased; that there must be equality. *It seems fair to say, one might struggle with having a willing mind, or not giving grudgingly, especially, when the ones that are imposing this error on them, are: dressing better, living better, and riding around better than they are. There are some that even have chauffeurs. Yet, those that are better off receive money from those that are struggling to give in the collection, which is error. Where is the equality?

For religious leaders to live better than their members, is error and is not of the Church by Christ. Note again the Apostle Paul, one of the apostles Christians MUST follow :( see also 2Cor.12:14-15).

2 Cor 8:11 Now therefore perform the doing of it; that as there was a readiness to will, so there may be a performance also out of that which ye have. 12 For if there be first a willing mind, it is accepted according to that a man hath, and not according to that he hath not. 13 For I mean not that other men (1)be eased, and ye (2)burdened: 14 But by an (3)equality, that now at this time your abundance may be a supply for their (4)want, that their abundance also may be a supply for your want: that there may be (3)equality: 15 As it is written, He that had gathered much had nothing over; and he that had gathered little had no (5)lack. (Please read verses 1-10 also) (KJV) Definitions: (1)NOT that other men be eased-425 anesis (an’es-is); from 447; relaxation or (figuratively) relief, a loosening, a relaxing a) spoken of a more tolerable condition in captivity, to be held in less vigorous confinement b) relief, rest, from persecutions: KJV— eased, liberty, rest….(2) and ye burdened-2347 thlipsis (thlip’-sis); from 2346; pressure (literally or figuratively), 1) a pressing, a pressing together, pressure 2) metaphorically, oppression, affliction, tribulation, distress, straits: KJV— afflicted (-tion), anguish, burdened, persecution, tribulation, trouble……(3) equality2471 isotes (ee-sot’-ace); likeness (in condition or proportion); by implication, equity: KJV— equal (-ity).e·qual (¶“kw…l) adj. Abbr. eq. 1.

Having the same quantity, measure, or value as another. 2.

Mathematics. Being the same or identical to in value. 3. a.

Having the same privileges, status, or rights. b. Being the same for all members of a group. 7.

Showing or having no variance in proportion, structure, or appearance……

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TITHES CONTINUED (4)Want-5303 husterema (hooster’-ay-mah); from 5302; a deficit; specifically, poverty: KJV— that which is behind, (that which was) lack (-ing), penury, want.1) deficiency, what is lacking 2) in reference to property and resources, poverty, destitution……(5)lack-1641 elattoneo- 1) to be less, inferior, (in possessions) 2) to make less, to diminish Here in verse 5 of 2 Cor. 9, the apostle Paul was reminding the church in Corinth of the fore mentioned bounty that was to be gathered from them. He was assuring them that it was not of covetousness. In other words, he was not greedy, taking money for himself to put in his pocket.

But that it was a BOUNTY, in other words, a chance to invoke a benefit, a BLESSING to those brothers and sisters that were POOR; thereby laying up treasures IN HEAVEN, NOT ON EARTH. Then in verse 6 he was also reminding them ALL that if they gave sparingly (because they were stingy), then those benefits and blessings to those brethren that were IN NEED, would be sparingly; thereby making our HEAVE LY TREASURES the same. The more we CA CHEERFULLY give, the more of our NEEDY brothers and sisters we can benefit “BLESS”, by SUPPLYING their LACK, and also supplying the NEEDS to SAVE SOULS; which is a GOOD WORK. The more we LOVE our brothers and sisters, and soul salvation, the more GOD LOVES US. 2 Cor 9: 5 Therefore I thought it necessary to exhort the brethren, that they would go before unto you, and make up beforehand your (1)bounty, whereof ye had notice before, that the same might be ready, as a matter of(1) bounty, and not as of (2)covetousness. 6 But this I say, He which soweth (3)sparingly shall (4)reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall (4)reap also (5)bountifully. 7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. 8 And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work: 9 (As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever. (Please read also verses 1-5, 10-13) (KJV) Definitions: (1)bounty-2129 eulogia- 3) an invocation of

A King-Size View blessing, benediction 4) consecration 5) a (concrete) blessing, benefit…..(2)covetousness-4124 pleonexia (pleh-on-ex-ee’ah);from 4123; avarice, i.e. (by implication) fraudulency, extortion, greedy desire to have more, covetousness, avarice: KJV— covetous (-ness) practices, greediness……(3)sparingly5340 pheidomenos (fi-dom-en’oce); adverb from participle of 5339; abstemiously, i.e. stingily: KJV— sparingly……(4)reap2325 therizo (ther-id’-zo);from 2330 (in the sense of the crop); to harvest: KJV— reap…..(5)bountifully-2129 eulogia-3) an invocation of blessing, benediction 4) consecration 5) a (concrete) blessing, benefit

OTHI G LESS. THEY HAD O CHOICE. This commandment as well as ALL given to THEM by GOD under Moses, had to be followed circumspectly; “Exod. 23:13 And in all things that I have said unto you be (1)circumspect: and make no mention of the name of other gods, neither let it be heard out of thy mouth.”

2 Cor 12:14 Behold, the third time I am ready to come to you; and I will not be burdensome to you: for I (1)seek not yours, but you: for the (2)children ought not (3)to lay up for the parents, but the (4)parents for the children. 15 And I will very gladly (5)spend and (6)be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved.(KJV)

For one to teach the observance of TITHING one is a DEBTOR to teach CIRCUMCISION; ANIMAL SACRIFICES, STONINGS etc; in other words, the whole Law of Moses.

Christians have never been under the bondage of the Old Law. “Acts 11:25 Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus, for to seek Saul: 26 And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch.”

Christ has freed all from that Law; “Rom 10:1 Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved. 2 For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, but not according to knowledge. 3 For they being ignorant of God’s righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God. 4 For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth. 5 For Moses describeth the righteousness which is of the law, That the man which doeth those things shall live by them.”

“Gal. 2:3 But neither Titus, who was with me, being a Greek, was compelled to be circumcised: 4 And that because of false brethren unawares brought in, who came in privily to spy out our liberty which we have in Christ Jesus, that they might bring us into bondage:” “Gal 2:21 I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness come by the law, then Christ is dead in vain.” “Gal 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. 2 Behold, I Paul say unto you, that if ye be circumcised, Christ shall profit you nothing. 3 For I testify again to every man that is circumcised, that he is a (1)debtor

Definitions: (1)seek not-2212 zeteo- a) to seek a thing c) to seek after, to seek for, to aim at, to strive after 2) to require, to demand, to crave, to demand something from someone (2)children -5043 teknon- 3) in the New Testament, pupils or disciples are called children of their teachers, because the latter by their instruction nourish the minds of their pupils and mould their characters (3)to lay up2343 thesaurizo (thay-sow-rid’zo); from 2344; to amass or reserve (literally or figuratively): KJV— lay up (treasure), (keep) in store, (heap) treasure (together, up).1) to gather and lay up, to heap up, to store up a) to accumulate riches (4)Spiritual parents: pastors, teachers, preachers, elders (5)spend1159 dapanao-1) to incur expense, to expend, to spend (6)be spent for you-1550 ekdapanao-1) to exhaust by expending, to spend wholly, use up, 2) to spend oneself wholly Dear reader, this concludes the study on tithing. I hope we are scripturally clear on this issue.

To teach that “tithing is to be observed by Christians” is to teach error. We touched earlier on the similarity of the two: tithing of the Old Law, under Moses; and the collection for the saints, of the New Testament, under Jesus Christ. If you have carefully read the before mentioned scriptures, you will have noted, a tenth part of AII they owned HAD to be given, OTHI G MORE and

Definition: (1)circumspect8104 shamar (shaw-mar’);a primitive root; properly, to hedge about (as with thorns), i.e. guard; generally, to protect, attend to, etc.: KJV— beward, be circumspect, take heed (toself), keep, mark, look narrowly, observe, preserve, regard, reserve, sure.

to do the whole law. 4 Christ (2)is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you (3)are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace.”

Definition: (1)debtor-3781 opheiletes-one who owes another, a debtor a) one held by some obligation, bound by some duty …(2)is become of no effect unto you -2673 katargeo-1) to render idle, unemployed, inactivate, or inoperative a) to cause a person or thing to have no further efficiency b) to deprive of force, influence, or power 2) to cause to cease, to put an end to, to do away with, to annul, to abolish a) to cease, to pass away, to be done away b) to be severed from, to be separated from, to be discharged from, to be loosed from anyone c) to terminate all intercourse with one….(3)are justified by the law-1344 dikaioo-1) to render righteous or such he ought to be 2) to show, exhibit, evince, one to be righteous, such as he is and wishes himself to be considered 3) to declare, to pronounce one to be just, righteous, or such as he ought to be John 1:17 For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.(KJV) Under Christ “Every man according as he (1) purposeth in his heart”. This is just one of the instructions given to Christians under CHRIST, for GIVI G, OT a tenth part or pledging; and ALL MUST be followed circumspectly to be right (righteous with GOD); “Eph 5:14 Wherefore he saith, Awake thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light. 15 See then that ye (2)walk (3)circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, 16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.17 Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.(KJV) Definitions: (1) purposeth4255 proaireomai-1) to bring forward, to bring forth from one’s stores 2) to bring forth for oneself, to choose for oneself before another, to prefer 3) to purpose…..(2)walk-4043 peripateo-to walk: a) to make one’s way, progress; to make due use of opportunities b) Hebrew for, to live 1) to regulate one’s life 2) to conduct oneself 3) to pass one’s life…..(3)circumspectly199 akribos (ak-ree-boce’); adverb from the same as 196; exactly, accurately, diligently: KJV— circumspectly, diligently, perfect (-ly).

So, to answer the question that was first submitted

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“Tithing...has it ever been authorized by Jesus Christ, through his Apostles, to be observed by Christians?” The scriptural answer to this question is, ABSOLUTELY OT!!

Remember, the purpose of these articles is to seek the TRUTH according to THE WORD, thereby exposing ERROR, which is false doctrine, for the purpose of saving our souls. We believe this is best done by definitions and the PREPONDERANCE OF SCRIPTURES; which is having superior weight, force, importance, or influence of SCRIPTURE. Again we believe this allows SCRIPTURE to INTERPRET SCRIPTURE, thereby allowing a better understanding on that topic. Again, thank you so much for your interest in the WORD of TRUTH; GRACE and SALVATION; John 17:17-21; Acts 20:29-32; James1:21-25. After all it is our MAP to HEAVEN and away from HELL, and the continuance in it, is the O LY thing that allows the man of God to be perfect: 2 Tim 3:13 But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived. 14 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; 15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.

(KJV) Note here what the apostle Paul admonished the Church in Corinth to do, “Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith;” NOT A FAITH OF OUR CHOICE, LEST WE BE reprobates; “2 Cor 13:5 (1)Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; (2)prove your own selves.

Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be (3)reprobates? 6 But I trust that ye shall know that we are not reprobates.” As always please note definitions.

Definitions: (1)Examine yourselves-3985 peirazo (pi-rad’zo); from 3984; to test (objectively), i.e. endeavor, scrutinize, discipline: KJV— assay, examine, prove……(2)prove your own selves-1381 dokimazo (dok-im-ad’-zo); from 1384; to test (literally or figuratively); by implication, to approve: KJV— allow, discern, examine, try…….(3)reprobates-96 adokimos (ad-ok’-ee-mos); from 1 (as a negative particle) and 1384; unapproved, i.e. rejected; by implication, worthless (literally or morally): KJV— castaway, rejected.

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TO THOSE ON THE OUTSIDE DEAR SINNER HEED THIS CALL PRECIOUS is Time. Therefore while you have time, use it to learn and do Gods Commandments for at the end of life is pay time and your pay will be according as your work has been. You will find in 2 Corinthians 5:10 the following: “For we must all appear before the judgement seat of Christ, that everyone may recive the things done in his body according to that he hath done, whether it be good or evil.” You will find in John 15:14. “Ye are my friends if ye do whatsoever I command you.” Solomon said in Proverbs 1:5 “A wise man will hear and will increase learning, and a man of understanding will attain unto wise counsel.”

How shall we escape if we neglect to great Salvation: Hebrew 2:1-3 Salvation is to be worked out. It will not work itself out; God will not work it out for us. o one can work it out for us. It is the duty of man to work out his own salvation.

How! With fear and trembling. Phil. 2:12. Pray fervently, attend the Lord’s Day Worship, Be on time, Take active part in Singing, Teaching of God Word, Giving as we prosper and taking the Lord’s Supper with death.

THE CHURCH OF CHRIST Was founded by Christ Matt 16:18 he bought it.

CHARITY BROTHERLY GODLINESS PATIENCE TEMPERANCE KNOWLEDGE VIRTURE

PLAN OF SALVATION ATTENTION

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There are five steps in The Divine Plan of Salvation 1. HEAR Mark 12:29, Matthews 7:21: Luke 6:4-6 2. BELIEVE John 20:31, Acts 16:31, Romans 10:17, Hebrews 11:6 3. REPENT Luke 13:3, Acts 17:31 4. CONFESS Matthews 10:32 Acts 8:37, Romans 10:9-10 5. BAPTISM Mark 16:15-16, Acts 2:28, 22:16

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL JUST AROUND THE CORNER

By King Arthur Prayther A King-Size View As the HISD gets ready for another football season, there are new faces in old places. For example the Sterling Raiders will have the service of former Wheatley standout Kenavis McGhee. A former NFL player and college all-American from Colorado, McGhee is back home and taking on the challenge of coaching the Raiders. With 7 years in the NFL with Giants, Bengals and Oilers McGhee knows the game well and spent last year at Oregon is ready get his feet wet in his new position.

Speaking at the annual HISD kickoff diner McGhee made it clear there are some issues to be dealt with. “I’ve already begun talking with my guys about getting past making decision that’s affect them just for tomorrow.

“They’ve got to start making decision that will make them better for years from now. The 47 year old McGhee went on to say we also have to convince our kids to stay in the community and understand why other schools are coming to South Park area to get them. Clearly they have something offer and if

they stay they will then be able to help uplift this community.

This will mark the 15th year McGhee has been in the HISD following his helping Colorado win a NCAA National Championship.

The Sterling Raiders boys basketball team went all the way to state under Andrea Young who is also a football assistant at Sterling. Kanavis feels that’s a good start and the school can build on that.

In closing McGhee added with new building going up there is a big positive side to Sterling and it’s up to him and his staff to build on that throughout the community!

The Dean of HISD Coaches is Lamar’s Tom Nolen who will be in his 30th year this fall. Nolen says this is his smallest senior class with only 7 seniors. “I think we’ll be all right by the time district rolls around and the next year we’ll have great senior leadership.

The Madison Marlins are still a force to be reckon with after they won the district title outright in 2014, marking the first time in 7 years they’ve done so.

Pat Reinecke was very excited about that as have no plans on giving it up.

The Might Jack Yates Lions will be seeking their 38th straight year of making post season play.

The 1977 Lions tied Wheatley and did not make the playoffs that year. Their 37 years is the longest streak in the state of Texas. The Lions defense led by lineman Anthony Watts who stands 6 feet 5 inches and weighs in at 293 points and Riamond McCardle at 6 feet 1 inch and totals 275 pound will make it tough on district foes.

Linebacker Chris Reed helps the Lions make it tough on foes.

But Madison and North Forest are two teams expected to battle the Lions for the district title.

According to coach Brandon Ellis the Worthing Colts hope to figure in the race this year also.

Ellis says he has some big line-

Coach Garry Dunham of Kashmere will have Rams ready

Coach Brandon Ellis of Worthing says Colts got size

Tom olen HISD dean of coaches says Lamar is young

man and a receiver that went over 1,000 receiving yards as a freshman last year coming back.

The Reagan Bull Dogs hope to do more snapping this year according to coach Stephen Dixon after what he believes was an adjustment to class 6A ball last year. “Last year tough us to compete with schools like Lamar, Westside and Bellaire and now the awe factor is gone and we feel we belong.

Kashmere is always going to be a force as long as Garry Dunham is the head coach. Also new on the block is Russell Austin at Booker T. Washington.

Sterling new head coach Kanavis McGhee - All photos by Dr. Victor Keys

LAMAR LADY TEXANS WINS HISD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

By King Arthur Prayther A King-Size View The school year for 20-15-16 got underway as the HISD held their 34th annual volleyball tournament. The Lady Texans of Lamar high school won the title with victories over Austin in the semi-finals and beating Reagan

for the title. The event was held at the Marc Anthony Pavilion on the campus of North Forest high formerly the old Forest Brook high school campus. The HISD has done a marvelous job of reworking the place and it is an outstanding venue for sports.

Lamar’s first year coach Terry

Lambert knows his team will have to deal with Bellaire the district favorite when the time comes. The Lady Birds were in another tournament and won it on the same weekend. Reagan and Lamar will tangle twice in district action and that will go along ways as to how things turn

out. “Bellaire is the benchmark of our district said Lambert and we are trying to close the gap”.

Lambert came to Lamar from Richmond Foster high school where he served as their volleyball coach.

Christian Patton, Grace Nielson, Catherine Chaney and Jada

The Lady Texans of Lamar high wins the 34th annual HISD volleyball tournament - photo by Dr. Victor Keys

Mitchell all made the All-tournament team while Reagan placed Kamryn Linton, Sky Pappillion and Gabrielle Zamora on the All-tournament list.

Austin beat BTW for third place while Milby edged Lee for consolation in the annual tournament.