By Lewis Willis At some point in every assembly of the church, some brother makes some announcements which are of interest to those who assemble. Usually these announcements consist of a welcome to our guests, an announcement of the hours of worship, a mention of the sick, possibly an expression of sympathy and such things as …
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Can You Believe This?
By Steve Wolfgang The Lexington (KY) Herald-Leader for Saturday, 10-6-84 (p. C-8), contains a story which is triply tragic. The article reports the death at birth of an infant whose parents’ “religious beliefs dictated that they not seek a doctor’s help” during delivery. The parents, Shelbyville (KY) residents, are members of a religious group “with ties …
Is Desertion A Ground For Remarriage?
By Johnny Stringer Jesus taught that marriage is permanent. In keeping with God’s original intent regarding marriage, He prohibited divorce and stated that all second marriages of divorced persons are adulterous (Mt. 19:3-9; 5:32; Lk. 16:18). He made only one exception to this rule: One is permitted to divorce his spouse for fornication, and when he …
The Ecumenical Religion Of Masonry
By Dan Walters It is well established that the Masonic Lodge is a religious institution. Many Masonic writers have admitted this truth including Henry Pirtle in The Kentucky Monitor who stated that “Masonry is a religious institution,” and that “Masonry is a worship.” Joseph Fort Newton, a Mason who wrote at least seven popular books on …