By Hoyt H. Houchen Question: In recent months I have learned of some brethren who have cheated their brethren and others out of thousands of dollars. Does the teaching in 1 Corinthians 6.1-8 prohibit brethren who have been cheated, to pursue legal action against these brethren in order to recover their loss? Reply: 1 Corinthians 6:1-8, …
Yearly Archives: 2012
Nakedness
By Ronny Milliner Nakedness is shameful. Isaiah 47:3a says, “Your nakedness shall be uncovered, Yes, your shame will be seen.” Nahum 3:5b reads, “I will show the nations your nakedness, And the kingdoms your shame.” Notice the parallelism in both of these verses where “shame” is parallel to “nakedness.” The prophet Micah wrote, “Pass by in …
A Disciple Of Jesus
By Kieran Murphy Jesus came into the world in order to save it (cf. Jn. 3:16-17; Lk. 19:10; 1 Tim. 1:10; 2:3-6). It is not surprising, therefore, to see him appealing to mankind to come unto him so that they could have rest for their souls. “Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and …
Working For Satan
By Donald Willis I am a child of God, born again through the blood of Jesus Christ because of the glorious teachings of the gospel of salvation. My heart is filled with hope, and I daily rejoice due to the wonderful assurances that are afforded the children of God. What do you mean, “working for Satan”? …