Tim Haile has written a good and concise article on prayer and the conditions we must meet for God to hear our prayers – “Whose Prayers Are Answered? “The initial response of most people to this question will be that “God answers the prayers of all people.” And while it would be quite comforting to […]
Continue reading... February 18, 2009
Turning the Lord’s Supper into a Common Meal
Many disagreements between conservative-minded and liberal-minded brethren center around what is done in the assembly of the local church. One notable point of contention has to do with the practice of the Lord’s Supper. Some are advocating (or already practice this) that we turn the Lord’s Supper into more than just a simple memorial, but […]
Continue reading... February 16, 2009
The Lord of Sabaoth
There are several different names and titles used for God in the Bible. One interesting one is “Lord of Sabaoth” and is used twice in the New Testament (Romans 9:29; James 5:4). What exactly does this name mean?
Continue reading... February 11, 2009
“The Preacher’s Pledge” – Bible Based Sermons
I came across an interesting article this weekend from the Christian Post. Over 5,000 Pastors Pledge to Keep Sermons Purely Biblical When I read the headline, my immediate reaction was skepticism. Sure, the thought of one simply speaking “as the oracles of God” (1 Peter 4:11) is great. But could one really expect these denominational […]
Continue reading... February 8, 2009
At What Point Does a Non-Christian Become a Christian?
When does a person cease being a non-Christian and become a Christian? Is it possible to make a distinction between the two groups? As important as this question may be, you will not get the same answer from all professed Christians. Some believe that one is saved and, therefore, a Christian at the point of […]
Continue reading... February 5, 2009
Ted Haggard’s Complaint Against “The Church”
Fallen Evangelical “pastor,” Ted Haggard, has been speaking out recently about the scandal involving homosexuality that brought him down and the reaction of the religious community to his sin, particularly the “Christian Right.” Notice the following article from the Christian Post about how he believes the “Christian Right” needs to change. Haggard: Christian Right Off […]
Continue reading... February 3, 2009
Book Review: Churches of the New Testament
Churches of the New Testament, by Ethan Longhenry, discusses each local church that is talked about in the New Testament – the history & geography of the city, background of the church in that location (their founding and the challenges they faced), instructions and rebukes to these churches as recorded in the New Testament, as […]
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