By Hoyt H. Houchen Question: Denominationalists like to use Acts 15 as their “authority” in attempting to justify ecclesiastical councils and centralized headquarters over their churches. They argue that Acts IS shows that churches from other areas appealed to an authoritative council in Jerusalem concerning a matter of doctrine and that the decision handed down and …
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“The Bible Says” – Now, An Impotent Force In Most Lives
By Herschel Patton This beloved nation of ours was founded, and flourished for many years by people who, generally speaking, were motivated and directed by a fear of God and respect for the Bible. “God is” was generally believed. The thought of offending God or not doing His will deterred man in many actions, and pleasing …
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Meekness Essential To Happiness
By Don R. Hastings In the Beatitudes, Jesus told us the characteristics which we must possess to be truly happy. The beautiful disposition of meekness is essential to be happy. The “poor in spirit” are, also, meek. The disposition of meekness is greatly misunderstood. Many think that a meek person is one who is spineless, weak …
The Action Of Baptism
By Dennis G. Allan Since baptism is mentioned about a hundred times in the pages of the New Testament, it is understandably the subject of constant discussion. A huge portion of current religious division is the result of misunderstandings and perversions concerning the action of baptism. To fairly present the evidence concerning the action of baptism, …