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Periodically, we report on current trends, problems, or notes of interest concerning events that happen in the religious world around us. Usually, these observations are made in connection with what the Scriptures teach. We do not believe in denominationalism. Like Roman Catholicism, it exists outside the authority of God. Jesus
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The Law of Moses was given to Israel around 1445 B.C., and it remained in effect until it was nailed to the cross when Jesus died for our sins (Col. 2:14). The past 2,000 years mankind has lived under a new and better covenant (Heb. 8:6-
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Singing and Instruments of Music A second question in the written correspondence I recently received involved the use of instrumental music in worship. Because so few in our current society actually forego their use in worship, they fail to grasp the principles taught in Hebrews 7:13-14 or Colossians
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If there is one thing that Christianity is all about, it is salvation. We read as early as Matthew 1:21 that Jesus would "save His people from their sins." Later, we come to understand that God made salvation available to the whole world (John 3:16). Salvation
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The Law of Moses was given to Israel around 1445 B.C., and it remained in effect until it was nailed to the cross when Jesus died for our sins (Col. 2:14). The past 2,000 years mankind has lived under a new and better covenant (Heb. 8:6-
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Feelings The third reason you gave, George, for your conversion to Catholicism seems to be based upon your feelings. Following are a few relevant comments of yours. You were invited to attend "a midnight mass" on Christmas, and the choir began at 11:30. Now, George, you know
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Four Charges Just prior to you providing a rationale for becoming Catholic, George, you and the host of the program made four charges against the churches of Christ. 1. "If you were not a member of the church of Christ, you were lost." Of course, you know that
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Dear George, You may not remember me, and there's no particular reason you should, but our paths have crossed during two time periods of our lives. The first was when we were both young preachers back in the Pittsburgh area in the early '70s. I was in
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How many times have you heard someone say something like, "If I only had some kind of direct evidence for the existence of God, I would believe"? One might think undeniable evidence would be sufficient proof, but is it? Is it guaranteed to cause people to believe in
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The place, date (within the last six months), and speaker for the speech analyzed in this article are known, and much could be said about the presenter, but to keep personalities out of the matter (namely, his), only the issues he raised will be dealt with. Probably two-thirds of
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We have already heard of bizarre educational and sports\are being allallowed to participate in female sports if they are feeling particularly feminine on a certain day. If other states follow the lead of Virginia, more and more parents may want to consider homeschooling or sending their children to a
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[Editor’s Note: The following book review was originally printed on January 18, 1998 (modified for this page). With the 25th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision nearly upon us, we all are reminded that 37 million babies have been put to death in the United States alone. Carol