By James W. Adams Schopenhauer, famous German philosopher, was so right when he made the observation which is our title. Our law enforcement agencies constantly remind us that “con-artists” never look like crooks. This is as true of purveyors of pernicious error in the religious realm as it is of crooked monetary entrepreneurs in contemporary society, …
Monthly Archives: August 2012
Preaching Like Paul
By Bobby Witherington There are many books which deal with preaching. Some are excellent. Some are not worth the paper and ink they require. Some are downright dangerous. But there is one book which not only reveals the value of preaching; it also reveals what constitutes genuine, effective, soul-saving preaching. Of course, this “one book” is …
Preaching Like Peter
By Ron Halbrook The message, method, and manner of our preaching must match the New Testament model. The kind of preaching needed then is needed now! This preaching alone will save the lost and strengthen the saved. Peter’s preaching was guided and guarded by the Holy Spirit. It proves an inspired model for gospel preaching in …
Practicing What We Preach
By Bobby L. Graham Surely all Bible students acknowledge that “practicing what we preach” more accurately conveys New Testament teaching than the idea of “preaching what we practice.” Even so, there is something to be said for preaching what we are practicing. In terms of the standard of teaching (New Testament Scriptures), there should be a …