By Don Martin We shall be using the term “complex” rather loosely in this article. A simple definition of complex is, “The term for a psychological cause, hidden or repressed, having a strong influence on one’s character; an obsession (Webster’s National Dictionary). In our examination of some destructive complexes we shall not use the term altogether …
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Ephraim’s Idols: The Pope And “Other Christians”
By Ron Halbrook The man of sin, the spirit of lawlessness, knows no bounds. The Lord Himself promised all spiritual blessings to those who receive them upon certain conditions given in the Bible, but lawless brethren sit in the seat of God extending God’s grace to those who set aside the revealed conditions for grace. Ron …
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Bible Basics: “Is Sprinkling Spiritual Baptism?”
By Earl Robertson Often we are asked this question. Mere established practices often become the norm for many religious activities. But the fact of their existence is not sufficient authority to make them right before God. The history of sprinkling covers many centuries, but it does not go back to the apostles of Christ in the …
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Hindrances To Conversion
By Irvin Himmel No work is more noble than converting lost souls to Jesus Christ. To “convert” means to change or turn. I propose now to examine four major hindrances to conversion. Failure-to Realize Lost Condition People who see the need for financial protection do not have to be sold on the merits of insurance. A …