The Strait And Narrow Way And The Door To The Church Building

By Dennis C. Abernathy “Because strait is the gate and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it” (Matt. 7:14).Most brethren claim to be seeking the “strait and narrow” gate that leads to eternal life. But isn’t it strange that many of the same are unable to find the …

Uphold The Truth, No Matter What Our Son Does

By Ron Halbrook My wife and I recently discussed Sewell Hall’s article “Deal Gently With the Young Man” (Christianity Magazine, October 1987, p. 293). The Halls have been dear friends of ours for a number of years and we appreciate the tender appeal of this article for consideration to be given toward our children who may …

“Deal Gently With The Young Man”

By Sewell Hall David’s instruction to Joab (2 Samuel 18:5) to deal gently with an opposing military leader seems strange. This was not the way he dealt with Goliath; or with the cities of the Geshurites, the Girzites and the Amalekites (1 Samuel 27:8-9); or with the kings and generals of the Philistines, the Moabites, the …

“I Feel” Religion

By Andy Alexander When talking about religion people frequently use the phrase “I feel” or “I think” when attempting to justify any particular practice. Modern denominations (Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, Catholic, Mormon, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, etc.) are built upon what they think God will allow. No longer do these denominations consider the Bible when making decisions concerning their …