By Julian R. Snell On the night of December 6-7 and 9-10, Harry Lewis, Christian, met Gerald Smith, Baptist, in debate at Lexington, KY. The proposition, “A child of God can so sin as to be lost in hell,” was discussed, with Lewis in the affirmative the first two nights and Smith in the negative. The …
Author Archives: Mark Mayberry
Faith And Works Equal Salvation
By Dudley Ross Spears A gospel preacher named John S. Sweeney moved to Illinois in the fall of 1854. Shortly after his arrival, he debated a Methodist preacher called, “the Reverend Mr. Pattet.” The proposition for debate was simple. Mr. Pattet affirmed what was plainly written in the Methodist Discipline, viz., “Wherefore, that we are justified …
Bible Basics: Creeds of Men And the Word of God
By Earl E. Robertson It seems that from time immemorial men have substituted their own creed for the word of the living God. To the scribes and Pharisees Jesus said, “Why do ye also transgress the commandment of God by your tradition?” (Matt. 15:3). Again he said, “But in vain they do worship me, teaching for …
Continue reading “Bible Basics: Creeds of Men And the Word of God”
Effective Preaching
By Wayne S. Walker John the Baptist was a preacher (read Matt. 3:1-3). In fact, John was probably one of the most popular and most effective preachers of all time. But in many religious circles today, preaching is on the decline. Mass media is challenging churches for the attention of people. Many would rather stay at …