By Mike Willis The April 13, 1996 issue of The Indianapolis Star reported on a snag in the “heresy trial” of Episcopal Bishop Walter Righter. Righter has had charges of heresy brought against him by several “conservative bishops” because he ordained a non-celibate gay man. On February 27, the ecclesiastical court convened but soon became “hung …
Author Archives: Mark Mayberry
Drip, Drip, Drip
By Larry Ray Hafley “A constant drip-ping on a day of steady rain and a contentious woman are alike” (Prov. 27:15). “It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and angry woman” (Prov. 21:19). “The contentions of a wife are a constant dripping” (Prov. 19:13). “It is better to live in a …
To My Brethren in the Philippines
By Connie W. Adams I recently received a copy of a report by Jerry F. Bassett under the heading “Work in the Philippines, January 23-February 19, 1996.” Over the years I have read many such reports with great interest because of my own involvement in the work there in years past. In the years since my …
Who Hindered You
By Edward O. Bragwell, Sr. “You ran well. Who hindered you from obeying the truth?” (Gal. 5:7). These words, addressed to the churches of Galatia (1:2), suggest the ease with which good churches can be hindered. In chapter 1, Paul expressed his surprise, not just that they were turned away, but that it happened so soon. …