By C. Dale Garrison As I read the article, “Immodesty” by brother Abernathy (June 4, #11), I had several thoughts which I must express. I would be greatly amiss in my duty to the Gospel of Christ and my fellow Christians if I were not to voice them. First, I must say, “Amen” to the truth …
Yearly Archives: 2012
Please Take This Personally!
By Jamie Sloan Preaching does not have to be stopped to be rendered ineffective. If it can be generalized and impersonalized so that it no longer convicts one of sin or instructs one in righteousness, that preaching is worthless. Preaching is not pure oratory nor fluent journalism. The kingdom of God does not depend upon man’s …
Pearls From Proverbs: Leaping Without Listening
By Irvin Himmel He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him (Prov. 18:13). This terse verse merits meditation. The lessons suggested by it should be of concern to all who want to serve God and be of help to mankind. A Sad Fact Sometimes when two people are …
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The Buck Stops Here!
By Dennis G. Allan More popular than Monopoly or Trivial Pursuit, this game has more participants than Monday Night Football has spectators. It can be played without fields, courts, balls, boards or game pieces. Games are played at home, on the job, while shopping and even “at church.” Its closest relatives are “dodge ball” and “hot …