By Mike Willis Formerly known as “one of the seven deadly sins,” pride is rarely mentioned in discussions regarding the building of Christian character. Webster defines “pride” as follows: 1. An overhigh opinion of oneself; exaggerated self-esteem; conceit; 2. The showing of this in behavior; haughtiness; arrogance; 3. A sense of one’s own dignity of worth; …
Author Archives: Mark Mayberry
What I Owe The Local Church
By Tom M. Roberts In an age of almost unbridled institutionalism, it is difficult to speak particularly about the local church and our responsibility to it without being misunderstood. Advocates of church-supported institutions take for granted that any encouragement given to the local church automatically includes encouragement for the institutions they have attached to the local …
Solos, Quartets . . . A Response
By Weldon E. Warnock Traditional bias and preconceived notions are difficult to overcome. They taint our perception of the Scriptures. Brother Pruitt has this problem in his approach to singing. He is accustomed, as well as myself, to congregational singing. Therefore, he concludes the early church must have done it just like he experiences. But such …
Pearls From Proverbs
By Irvin Himmel A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather then silver and gold (Prov. 22:1). We occasionally hear it said about someone, “He is out to make a name for himself.” We understand that to mean that he is seeking notoriety or fame. A big name is …