By Jimmy Tuten, Jr. In the April, 1976 issue of Searching The Scriptures, Connie Adams pointed out how sensitive the subject of the support of preachers is to both preachers and congregations. For fear of being accused of preaching for the money few preachers have addressed themselves to the subject and consequently many churches are untaught …
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By Larry Ray Hafley Preaching should be relevant and pertinent. So what else is new? Every generation seeks to teach timely topics. Yet, each fancies that it is the first to stress the need for “up to date” declaration. Subconsciously, it is assumed that past eras were content with the proclamation of an antiquated, out-dated gospel. …
By Ron Halbrook For the truth’s sake, Christ should be taken out of so-called Christmas. There is nothing wrong with a Seasonal Celebration including family gatherings, holiday decorations, exchange of gifts, respite from work, special foods, and a break for schools. But in the realm of religion, we dare not act in Christ’s name without having …
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By Earl E. Robertson Defense of Mechanical Instruments While space in this work will not permit a consideration of all defenses of instrumental music in worship to God, we will hear the efforts most commonly offered for apology. Inherent. O. E. Payne, a champion for the instrument, says, “Henceforth we must unite in agreeing that if …
