By Bobby L. Graham Surely all Bible students acknowledge that “practicing what we preach” more accurately conveys New Testament teaching than the idea of “preaching what we practice.” Even so, there is something to be said for preaching what we are practicing. In terms of the standard of teaching (New Testament Scriptures), there should be a …
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Ephesians 6:20: As I Ought to Speak
By Cecil Willis In this excellent series of articles on Gospel Preaching, I have been asked to present a few thoughts concerning Paul’s earnest plea to the Ephesian brethren that they remember to pray that he might “speak boldly, as I ought to speak.” The usage of the word “ought” brings the message and manner of …
Do Not Sin Against the Child
By Mike Willis The story of Joseph has been a favorite story of all generations. There are many lessons to be learned from it. At one point in the record, Reuben rebuked his brothers for their mistreatment of Joseph some 22 years earlier. He said, “Spake I not unto you, saying, Do not sin against the …
Preaching the Gospel in Its Purity and Simplicity
By O.C. Birdwell, Jr. On many occasions, especially in past years, brethren have prayed for the preacher that he might preach the gospel in its purity and simplicity. We sometimes get the feeling that this kind of preaching is not as much desired today and is even less often done. There is, however, a need for …
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