By Kenneth E. Thomas Years ago I either read or heard (I can’t remember which) Marshall Keeble’s sermon by this name. It was impressive then and is as needed today as ever. There are a number folks who are saying that if man must “do” certain things to be saved (especially baptism) or if man must …
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Does Mark 9:38-41 Justify Open Fellowship With All Who Call Jesus Lord?
By H.A. (Buster) Dobbs Some are confused over whether Mark 9:38-41 instructs the disciple of Jesus to accept as saved those who teach things contrary to sound doctrine, especially concerning the plan of redemption. The passage reads: John said unto him, “Teacher, we saw one casting out demons in thy name; and we forbade him, because …
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Lessons From “Churches Of Christ Salute You”
By Kenneth Sils The book of Romans in the New Testament is one of the most informative books in the Bible. Paul told them that he was ready to preach the gospel of Christ to them for it was the power of God to salvation for all people, whether they be Jew or Greek, slave or …
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Children Abusing Children
By Steve Willis The Victoria Child Sexual Abuse Society (VCSAS) issued a warning which prompted the entire article. VCSAS Director Peggy Mahony said, “With a small group of children, the behaviors are becoming more severe and more hurtful. It ranges from four- to six-year olds using coercion on younger children to have oral sex, to 11-year …