Better than Confession (David Maxson)

September 23, 2024 by admin

Better than Confession David Maxson “Yet even now, “declares the LORD, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting, weeping, and with mourning; and rend your hearts and not your garments.” (Joel 2:12-13) If we’ve heard very many sermons at all, we’ve doubtless made one of the following statements after a good lesson: “Preacher, […]

Can Those That Are Sincere Be Wrong? (Donnie V. Rader)

September 18, 2024 by admin

Can Those That Are Sincere Be Wrong? Donnie V. Rader Honesty and sincerity do not guarantee that our positions and actions are right. We recognize that principle in other areas of life. Why not grabble with it in religion? We all know that it is possible for one to take the wrong medication, while believing […]

Legalism … Again … And Again … and Again …

September 11, 2024 by admin

Legalism … Again … and Again … and Again … Jonathan Perz Ugh. (Yes, I just started a post off with the word “ugh.”) I realize that many of my brethren have grave concerns about the idea of “legalism.” It has become quite paramount in the thinking of some. The way some speak, there is […]

You Legalist! (Dave Hart)

September 11, 2024 by admin

You Legalist! Dave Hart “You…you… legalist!!” I remember the first time I was called a legalist. It was not a compliment. The response was given after I had shown what the Bible commands on a particular subject. The exact words were, “I think it’s sad that you’re such a legalist.” Since then, there have been many […]

Legalism: The Un-Sin (Steve Klein)

September 11, 2024 by admin

Legalism: The Un-Sin Steve Klein Since the church began, the devil has concocted any number of diabolical schemes to ensnare God’s people. One of his most successful gambits has been the invention of the pseudo-sin commonly called legalism. More people consider legalism to be a sin than consider 7-UP to be a cola, but they […]

Forgiveness Without Repentance?

September 9, 2024 by admin

Forgiveness Without Repentance? Mike Johnson The Bible emphasizes the importance of forgiving those who sin against us. In fact, failing to do so is very frightening because, in Matthew 6:14-15, Jesus taught, “For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, […]

Attitude (Mark White)

September 6, 2024 by admin

Attitude Mark White If you would like to kill the work of your local congregation, then I have the perfect plan: 1. Skip services often and encourage others to skip, too. 2. When you do attend, come in late and cause a little disturbance. While there, take a good nap. 3. Always be critical and […]