By Shelby C. Smith Since the sinner is promised salvation upon the conditions of belief and baptism (Mark 16:16), could one who believes only truthfully say he is trusting God? Who is the man who is really trusting God? The man who hears God, believes God, and does what God says to do. Since Jesus tells …
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Dinner Was Served . . . But Nobody Came
By Tom M. Roberts One of the biggest “boners” I ever pulled while in a gospel meeting was to forget a dinner engagement. The good sister had gone to a great deal of trouble preparing a meal of outstanding food. Having known my family for a number of years, she had gone to special trouble to …
“Praying or Prophesying” and “The Covering Question”
By David McClister The interpretation of 1 Corinthians 11:2-16, and its proper application, has become a matter of contention between some brethren. However, those who are interested in the serious exegetical examination of the passage are generally agreed that the correct solution to the contention lies in the proper understanding of the terms used therein. If …
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Do They Ever Read Their Bibles?
By Raymond E. Harris When we read some of the declarations, resolutions and recommendations coming out of various church conferences and councils, we are made to wonder if many “religious leaders” and theologians ever read their Bibles. It seems multitudes in “high places” have completely lost sight of the real mission and purpose of Christianity. 1. …