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Newton Public Library 720 N Oak Street Newton, KS 67114 (316) 283-2890 fax: (316) 283-2916 www.newtonplks.org library@newtonplks. org Library Hours: Mon-Tues, Thurs: 9 a.m.

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Tradition versus scriptures

In all ages of the world there have been those who cling to the idea of unwritten traditions. Jesus in Mark 7:1-8 speaks of the “tradition of the elders”, and refers to those who practice such as “hypocrites” and goes on to say that their worship is in vain and that their hearts are far from God. When we study the traditions of man, we find that they are unworthy of our faith and trust.

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Great Awakenings: The Problem with Every Man’s Heart

Clay Center, Kansas – Why does God appear so hard on men versus women? He says, “Husbands . . . do not be harsh with [your wives].” (Colossians 3:18) And He follows that up with, “Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged.” (Col. 3:20) Since God is all-wise, why did He not address the women, teaching them not to be harsh with their husbands, and urging them also to refrain from provoking the children?

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Spokes MIT stops at NPL

Jeriah Plank, a soon-to-be sixth-grader from Halstead, spent the first day of her week hanging out with students from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology - learning how to do 3D printing. “The most fun part was getting to design,” Plank said.

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City passes max budget

Following more than $500,000 in budget reductions from initial budget proposals to the Newton City Commission, the commission approved a “not-to-exceed” budget that could result in a record increase to the mill levy.

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