By Aude McKee Introduction: 1. Thus far in our studies we have gone into Germany and England. A. Last week we traced the development of the Church of England. 1. Observed that it was produced more by political and social expediencies than by religious conviction. 2. We took note of the fact that the Episcopal Church …
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Patience
By Mark Mayberry We speak of a “short-tempered” person, but unfortunately the English language does not have a corresponding term to describe a “long-tempered” person. However, in the New Testament Greek, one who is patient is literally “long tempered.” Patience is essential to our full development as Christians. It is characteristic of one who is filled …
Knowledge: A Necessity For Godly Living (1)
By Forrest D. Moyer When Peter wrote about the traits of godliness or the fruit of the Spirit, he urged that knowledge be added to our lives. Knowledge of God’s will is and always has been one of the most vital virtues among God’s people. Jesus said, “You shall know the truth, and the truth shall …
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Our One Sacrifice
By Jerry Fite ” . . . Sacrifices and offerings and whole burnt offerings and sacrifices for sin thou wouldest not, neither hadst pleasure therein (the which were offered according to the law), then hath he said, ‘Lo, I am come to do thy will.’ He taketh away the first, that he may establish the second. …