Knowledge and Practice Much emphasis has been placed on the role of knowledge in human moral development. If we hear about some moral or doctrinal problem, how often do we assume that insufficient teaching is a big part of the … Continued
God our Father For ye received not the spirit of bondage again unto fear; but ye received the spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, “Abba, Father” (Romans 8:15). For many people, fathers are honored and revered, respected and appreciated for … Continued
Entitlement When freedom is combined with prosperity over a few generations, many people begin to develop an entitlement mentality. They believe that they “deserve” not just the basic freedoms of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” but also a … Continued
Becoming a Christian [He] brought them out and said, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” (Acts 16:30). Ever since the first century, whenever the message of the Gospel has been preached, some have wanted to respond and become … Continued
What is Truth? Pilate saith unto [Jesus], “What is truth?” (John 18:38a). Since we were not present when Pilate asked Jesus this question, we cannot know whether he asked in seriousness or in a sarcastic manner. Regardless, the question that … Continued
God and Man If we say that we have fellowship with him and walk in the darkness, we lie, and do not the truth: but if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship … Continued
Made for Relationships And God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them (Genesis 1:27). And the LORD God said, “It is not good that the man should … Continued
The Work of the Local Church As we strive to be New Testament Christians, using the New Testament as our standard and guide, it is important for us to consider what God has established for the work of the local … Continued
The Value of Encouragement Wherefore exhort one another, and build each other up, even as also ye do (1 Thessalonians 5:11). Recent research has confirmed a trend that has been quite evident for some time: people are not going to … Continued
Glory be to God To the only God our Saviour, through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, majesty, dominion and power, before all time, and now, and for evermore. Amen (Jude 1:25). It is one of those phrases over which … Continued