By Hoyt H. Houchen Question: In Judges 11:29-40, did Jephthah offer his daughter as a burnt offering? Or, was she devoted to God in some other way? Reply: The setting for Jephthah’s vow was during the period of the judges. The Ammonites made war against Israel and the elders of Gilead came to Jephthah, asking him …
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The Faith Of Abraham
By Mike Willis Abraham is described as the “father of all them that believe” (Rom. 4:11). Paul admonished all men to “walk in the steps of that faith of our father Abraham” (Rom. 4:12). Let us examine the nature of the faith of Abraham. A Faith Of Trusting Obedience The Lord called Abraham to leave his …
Who’s Anti Now?
By Dee Bowman In the late 1940’s and early 1950’s a tremendous upheaval ripped the Lord’s church asunder. Brethren who were determined to introduce innovations into the work and organization of the church quarantined those who were wont to have a “thus saith the Lord” for all that is done by the church. Sides were drawn, …
Fifty Years Commitment To God And Each Other
By Mike Willis On 5 April 1986, brother and sister Irven Lee celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. In an age in which marriage is held in such low esteem, their commitment to each other in marriage stands out in stark contrast. Not only have brother and sister Lee had a commitment to one another, both have …
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