By Mike Willis An English proverb says, “Honesty is the best policy.” Another says, “Honesty pays,” as one considers the long-lasting fruits of honesty in life. Another quipped, “Honesty pays, but it doesn’t seem to pay enough to suit a lot of people” (Kin Hubbard, The New Book of Unusual Quotations, p. 162b). What is “honesty”? …
Author Archives: Mark Mayberry
Carter Gives Falwell “Travel Advice,”
By Larry Ray Hafley According to the Associated Press in an article entitled, “Falwell Gets Travel Advice,” “Former President Jimmy Carter said . . . that television evangelist Jerry Falwell, . . . ‘can go to hell’” (Peoria Journal Star, September 12, 1986, p. A2). Really, Mr. President? And how do you propose he get there, …
The Great Invitation
By W. Frank Walton What is the greatest invitation ever given? Hear the profound words of Jesus: “Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you, and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you shall find rest for your …
Calvinism And Ezekiel 18
By Keith Pruitt For many years, those of mainstream Calvinism have taught that the son bears the guilt of his father’s sin. Reaching back to the original sin of Adam, these same teachers have condemned all under the guilt of Adam’s transgression. This article seeks to find the biblical teachings concerning such guilt. The Bible student …