By Lewis Willis In his Dictionary of New Testament Words, W.E. Vine defines the Greek word oikonomos, which is translated “steward, stewardship.” He said it “primarily denoted the manager of a household or estate,” usually slaves or former slaves (74). The principal idea of ” steward” was servant – “stewardship” was a service role. What might …
Yearly Archives: 2012
Review of the Harrell-Willis Exchange
By Tom M. Roberts One of the most unique religious exchanges between brethren occurred during the lectures at Florida College, February 5, 1991. The participants were Ed Harrell and Mike Willis, introduced by then-president Bob Owen, as they discussed Marriage, Divorce and Fellowship. Though not a part of the regular lectures, the feature was arranged by …
Day of Prayer and Fasting
By Jeffrey Asher The following statement appeared in The Southwest Story (Vol. 23, No. 11), a publication of the Southwest Church of Christ in Amarillo, Texas: I am anticipating a wonderful day Sunday as we spend a whole hour devoted to the Lord’s Supper. To prepare our minds and bodies for Sunday, the elders have called …
Spirit of New Testament Preaching
By O.C. Lambert Brethren sometimes lament that the gospel does not seem to be as effective as in ancient times, but I am sure the gospel has the same power and human nature is the same. The cause of failure is in us. Brethren are too anxious to be popular. Business and social matters neutralize the …