By Irvin Himmel A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather then silver and gold (Prov. 22:1). We occasionally hear it said about someone, “He is out to make a name for himself.” We understand that to mean that he is seeking notoriety or fame. A big name is …
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“Be Ye Enlarged”
By Tom M. Roberts Introduction: Christians, Elders, Preachers often miss out on fellowship, love and a close relationship with each other because they fail to extend themselves toward one another. What should be the most tender and fulfilling relationship on earth becomes empty and cold. We are cheating ourselves of life’s richest moments. The solution: “Be …
Teaching For Time Or Eternity
By Norman Midgette Accepting the responsibility to teach in a Bible Class is a very important and serious matter. One of the gifts Christ gave to the church along with apostles, prophets, evangelists and elders was “teachers” (Eph. 4:11). The gravity with which this duty should be faced is further emphasized in James 3:1. “Be not …
Examiner Perversions: The Work of Elders
By Earl Kimbrough After Paul and Barnabas established churches in Southern Galatia, they appointed elders in every church” (Acts 14:23). This and all other New Testament references to elders or bishops show their importance in the development and function of local churches. Faithful elders are worthy of honor (1 Tim. 5:17) and should be esteemed “very …