By John N. Evans Having established that it is God’s plan for a church in its maturity to have elders, why is it that so many congregations do not? Why does there seem to be a growing number of local congregations, some which have been in existence for decades and some with a significant number …
Author Archives: Mark Mayberry
Used to Be’s
By David A. Beck Mom thought I was cute, precious, and her little boy. “Everything I did,” she said, “brought the greatest joy.” What you were won’t last forever is clear to see; But my heart was molded by what she thought of me. I soon became a happy, well-adjusted teen; Never a care in …
The Four Gospels: New Testament or Old Testament?
By Paul K. Williams I just received a letter from a Christian who asked about the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. It said, “We are now receiving teaching that gives us the understanding that these books belong to the Old Testament. The church where we worship is confused about this issue. Please forward …
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Preaching What We Practice
By Randy Yerby This quote comes from brother Eugene Britnell from a recent gospel meeting held in Medina, Ohio. One of the local members who attended that evening tells me that brother Britnell had a very interesting message turning the cliché of “practicing what we preach” to “preaching what we practice.” While it certainly is …