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Frequently, when folks visit a group of worshippers, they leave with various impressions having been made. Often, some will say, "That's not what I expected." Yet everyone's expectations may differ from each other. The reasons for different viewpoints may relate to a variety of
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Originally, the title was going to be "Arguments for Abortion," but then using such terminology both dignifies slogans and demeans the word argument. How many times has anyone ever heard anything that could possibly be construed as an intelligent argument in favor of abortion? Most of the time
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Brethren, It is with the utmost humility that we inform you of a change of worship practices. Be assured that we bring about this change only after much prayer and study. We have recently concluded an in-depth study of the Law and have decided to bring about a change
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When someone does something good on our behalf, there are two ways to respond—in kind with good toward them or with evil. As Christians, we owe a debt to those who have helped us spiritually. Regretfully, it is not uncommon to hear of some who have stabbed in the
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Blessed Bible, how I love it! How it doth my bosom cheer! What has earth like this to covet? Oh, what stores of wealth are here! Man was lost and doomed to sorrow, Not one ray of light or bliss Could he from earth's treasures borrow Till his
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I supposed I knew my Bible, Reading piecemeal, hit or miss, Now a bit of John or Matthew, Now a snatch of Genesis, Certain chapters of Isaiah, Certain Psalms (the twenty-third) Twelfth of Romans, First of Proverbs-- Yes, I thought I knew the Word! But I found that thorough
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"Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment" (John 7:24). Thomas Paine was not only a patriot, but through his writings he was greatly influential in the establishment of this nation. As stated at the outset of this series of articles, Paine became very popular
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"Why Baptize My Child?" is an 8-page document that is published by the "Basilica of Saint Ambrose and Saint Charles in Rome." Only a few of the teachings will be commented upon here, beginning with page 1, where the first heading is: "What is
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"Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment" (John 7:24). NPR recently posted an article on-line that was titled, "How Bible Stories Evolved Over the Centuries." The article was credited to the NPR Staff. Needless to say, the emphasis of the article
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"Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment" (John 7:24). Thomas Paine was one of this nation's "founding fathers." He was quite influential in encouraging this nation to fight for its independence from England. Toward that end he wrote the pamphlet,
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The Orlando Sentinel has a section of the newspaper called "Family Life," although one wonders where the designation came from. The feature article on August 18, 2011 was "I DO(n't): Marriage? Let me Think about it." The column starts with a personal story
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"Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment" (John 7:24). One of the popular topics of the day involves the concept of paying higher taxes so the government can have more money. No, I'm not running for president; so maybe I can get