Jesus spoke of two paths that we can choose to take in our lives here on the earth. There is a broad way that “leads to destruction” and a narrow way that “leads to life” (Mt. 7:13-14). We are to strive for the eternal life that is rewarded at the end of the narrow path. […]
Continue reading... August 1, 2007
The Gospel of the Grace of God
On his way to Jerusalem, Paul stopped in Miletus to meet with the elders from the church in Ephesus (Acts 20:17ff). In this farewell address, Paul reminded them that the message he brought to them was “the gospel of the grace of God” (Acts 20:24). This was the message that Paul preached “everywhere in every […]
Continue reading... August 1, 2007
Third Year of Publication
This issue marks the beginning of the third year of publication for Plain Bible Teaching. I want to thank everyone who has visited during this time and hope that you will keep coming back. I also want to thank those who have submitted articles that have been posted here.
Continue reading... July 26, 2007
Allegiance to Christ
“Many a man proclaims his own loyalty, but who can find a trustworthy man?” (Proverbs 20:6). Millions of people will profess allegiance to Christ. But who is truly loyal to him? The proverb stated that most who claim to be good and loyal are not. Are you truly loyal to Christ? Am I? Even the […]
Continue reading... July 18, 2007
The Passing Pleasures of Sin
Among the great examples of faith in Hebrews 11, we read this about Moses: “By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter, choosing rather to endure ill-treatment with the people of God than to enjoy the passing pleasures of sin, considering the reproach of Christ greater […]
Continue reading... July 5, 2007
Truths About Temptation
“No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it” (1 Corinthians 10:13). It is inevitable […]
Continue reading... July 1, 2007
Non-Church Religious Collectives: Are They Authorized?
“Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father” (Colossians 3:17). This verse is often cited to show the need for us to do only those things that have been authorized in God’s word. To do something “in the name […]
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