“These Are Written; That Ye Might Believe”

By Thomas A. Hagewood The scriptures reveal that the basic purpose of Jesus’ miracles was to establish his deity. Jesus assigned this purpose to them himself in John 10:19-42. Paul began his epistle to the saints at Rome by stating that the resurrection of Christ declared him to be the Son of God with power (Rom. …

To Whom Was the Command to Be Baptized Given?

By John W. Hedge Baptism in the name of Christ is commanded of God. (Matt. 28:18-20. Acts 2:38. Acts 10:48.) God’s commandments as found in the New Testament were given to two accountable classes known as “the saved” and “the Lost,” or as children of God or children of the devil. This command (baptism) was given …

Anticipating the Command

By William V Beasley While a recruit in the Army taking basic training at Fort Knox, Kentucky our platoon sergeant let all the recruits know that one of the great “sins” of a recruit was that of “anticipating the command.” In marching a preparatory command, such as “Left Flank,” “Column Right,” etc., was given followed by …