By Luther W. Martin Why do men write “creeds”? Why not be content with Holy Scripture? Why substitute man written-creeds, in place of God-inspired Scripture? The word “creed” is not found in the Bible. But let me correct that by pointing out that “creed” comes from a Latin word credo, meaning “I believe,” So, one can …
Author Archives: Mark Mayberry
Accepting God’s “No”
By Larry Ray Hafley Prayer is a precious privilege. Like all of God’s blessings and benefits, it is given and guided by his infinite wisdom. It has his sanction and approval, and is, in common with all Divine duties, commandments and responsibilities, governed by certain rules, restrictions and stipulations. More detailed and elaborate comments on prayer …
Have Ye Not Read?
By Hoyt H. Houchen Question: Why do we use unleavened bread in the Lord’s supper? Would it be scriptural to use leavened bread? Reply: When Jehovah instituted the Passover feast to be eaten by the Israelites annually, he gave specific instructions as to its observance. A lamb without blemish was to be taken on the tenth …
My Brethren Strengthen Me
By Ron Halbrook During the last Passover Supper Jesus shared with his disciples before his death, he taught them to show toward each other the unselfish love he had shown toward them (Jn. 13:34-35). Jesus knew that the faith and love of Peter would falter but not totally collapse as would happen with Judas. Jesus said …