By Daniel W. Petty “A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones” (Prov. 14:30, KJV). When the Wise Man exhorted, “Keep thy heart” (Prov. 4:23), he was encouraging us to keep ourselves free from evil thoughts and improper attitudes from which all sorts of sinful conduct proceed. A …
Yearly Archives: 2012
Reviewing, “An Expression Of Concern”
By Raymond E. Harris The article, “An Expression of Concern” found elsewhere in this journal is signed by over 200 preachers. They are all numbered among that segment of the church which endorses church financial support of human institutions and the sponsoring church arrangement. They say they have a fervent desire to avert division and prevent …
Pearls From Proverbs
By Irvin Himmel Frankness Finds Favor He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favor than he that flattereth with the tongue (Prov. 28:23). Although there are people who do not care what others think about them, most of us desire the esteem and good will of our acquaintances. Our words and actions toward others …
They Walked Wi.th Him No More (2)
By Jady W. Copeland In our previous article, We noted that it is possible for a child of God to lose his faith, and hence quit walking with (being in harmony with) God. Also we saw what a tragedy it is to lose fellowship with God, as well as losing fellowship with the brethren to say …