By Dennis C. Abernathy I am sure that a great many are aware mat we live in a time that is not characterized with respect. We see this “lack of respect” on every hand and in every facet of life. The word “respect” simply means, “to consider worthy of esteem” and carries with it the idea …
Author Archives: Mark Mayberry
Drawing a Bead (III)
By Larry Ray Hafley In this article, we are drawing a bead on a statement that very well could have been written by those affected and infected by the “grace, unity and fellowship” concepts of Carl Ketcherside. First, the statement: One of the apostle Paul’s great affirmations of faith began, `I know whom I have believed.’ …
Overcoming Evil with Good
By Jimmy Tuten, Jr. The Apostle Paul informs us that we are not to be “overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good” (Rom. 12:21). Within collectives of God’s people, there is always a need for peace and concord, kindness and good will. These are indispensable. When strife enters into a congregation, the possibility and hope …
Drawing a Bead
By Larry Ray Hafley Our sights are drawn in on several statements made by Baptist preachers. ” `Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand’ (Matt. 3:2) . `He that believeth on him is not condemned’ (John 3:18. `Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shaft be saved’ (Acts 16:31. ‘. . . …