By Mike Willis The book of Acts records Paul’s journey to Jerusalem during which he brought funds gathered in Galatia, Achaia and Macedonia to relieve the poor among the saints (1 Cor. I6:1-2; 2 Cor. 8-9; Rom. 15:26). When Paul arrived in Jerusalem, the brethren told him of the sentiment among the Christians against Paul because, …
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The New Life
By Carol R. Lumpkin The “new Life” begins with a “birth,” a birth in water and in the Spirit. Jesus, while speaking to Nicodemus, said; “Verily, verily, i say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God” (Jn. 3:5). Peter adds, “Being born again, …
Leroy Garret A Real Conservative
By Lynn Trapp Recently, I received an announcement from a church here in the Denver area concerning a rummage sale they were having. Their advertisement mentioned some items that the church for which I preach was needing and was looking for, so I decided to go take a look-see. As it turned out, this was the …
Divorce Is Sinful
By Thomas L. Andrews Many times society is tolerant and even encourages things that are contrary to God’s will. Such is the case concerning divorce. Jesus had the opportunity to teach the truth on the subject after being questioned by the Pharisees (Mt. 19:3-12). It is sinful to divorce, or put away, a marriage partner. The …