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Going to a Funeral? Mark White “IT IS BETTER TO GO TO THE HOUSE OF MOURNING THAN TO GO TO THE HOUSE OF FEASTING: for this is the end of all men, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of countenance the heart is made glad. […]
Don’t Be a Thief! (Eph. 4:28) Mike Johnson Ephesians 4:17-32 is one of many passages in the New Testament that speaks of a change that is supposed to occur when a person becomes a Christian. The Bible tells Christians to put off the old man, i.e., our former sinful conduct, and put on the […]
A Lesson from Luther Mike Johnson Luther was quite slow from a mental standpoint. He was well-liked in the community, and it was easy to get along with him. However, some of the young men in the neighborhood could not resist having some fun with him from time to time. At the little store where […]
Navigating Disagreements Dylan Stewart When we find ourselves in the middle of a disagreement with someone, it is important that we possess the correct attitude during these difficult situations. If we are not careful, we can escalate what started out as a minor problem and turn a disagreement into something far more destructive. Whenever we […]
Calling Upon The Name Of The Lord Kent E. Heaton Sr. In the final moments of life and with final words, a voice cries out, “Lord Jesus save me.” As an invitation is given to those who need to obey the message of salvation, a plea is given, “Accept Christ as your personal Savior and […]
Walking in Wisdom Toward Outsiders Dylan Stewart Our conduct must always be “honorable,” both toward outsiders of Christ and to those inside the household of God. In 2 Corinthians 8:21, we learn how we should seek to provide “honorable things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.” […]
Serving In My Senior Years Robert Harkrider I well remember how disappointed I was when, as a young preacher, I was told that one of our elders was “retiring” as an elder. I thought, “How could any Christian of any age ever retire?” Aren’t we responsible to do like Paul, who wrote, “I press […]
Proper and Improper Controversy Irven Lee We should all recognize that a certain bit of controversy is inevitable if there is to be growth and if the church is to be kept pure. Faithful servants of the Lord are to go out into an unbelieving world and earnestly contend for the faith. Reproving and rebuking […]
Confusion and Transgression Sewell Hall Have you ever heard anyone say, as an explanation for some sinful action, “I have become so confused I don’t know what is right anymore”? As a rule, the person who says such a thing is one who has had clear convictions but has acted, or is about to act, […]
Instrumental Music in Worship David Padfield It would be impossible to preach a sermon on “The Use Of Instrumental Music In The New Testament Church.” There is not one word in all the New Testament about Christians using mechanical instruments in worship to God. Instrumental music was introduced into religious service by King David, nearly 450 years […]
The Role of Women in the Church Mike Johnson The role of women in society has changed dramatically in recent years. Some changes that have taken place have been good, but many have not been. Societal changes eventually filter into the church. Renewed discussion is occurring on this issue, and some are contending for an […]
Worship in Reverence David A. Cox “By those who come near Me I must be regarded as holy; and before all the people I must be glorified.” –– (Leviticus 10:3) It is easy to come to worship without thinking deeply about why we gather. For many, attending services has become second nature—we come because it […]