Sabbath Keeping #3
The Sabbatarian will insist that the Sabbath was/is a command given from the beginning. He will quote Genesis 2:3, and declare the day “sanctified” by God was one that was sanctified for man forever. This, the Sabbatarian reads into the text. Until Exodus 16, there is absolutely no evidence of MAN keeping the Sabbath. Let […]
Sabbath Keeping #2
In our last article, we noticed that Colossians 2:14-17, specifically states that no one has the authority to condemn you for not observing the Sabbath. It says, “Having wiped out the handwriting of requirements that was against us, which was contrary to us. And He has taken it out of the way, having nailed it […]
Sabbath Keeping #1
There are those who insist that people who follow Jesus Christ must observe the Sabbath as the day of worship. An examination of the Word of God will prove such to be false. First, Colossians 2:14-17 says, “Having wiped out the handwriting of requirements that was against us, which was contrary to us. And He […]
In Jesus’ Name
The Bible states, “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him” (Col. 3:17). What does this mean? United Pentecostals (Oneness) believe Peter’s command to baptize “in the name of Jesus Christ” means the name “Jesus” must be verbally […]
“Not Far From the Kingdom of God”
In Mark 12:28, when a scribe was impressed by the answers of Jesus, he posed a question about the foremost commandment. Jesus quoted Deuteronomy 6:4-5 and Leviticus 19:18. The scribe readily agreed and Jesus told him, “You are not far from the kingdom of God” (v. 34). I imagine this statement was meant to stimulate […]
“I Believe God”
In Acts 27:25, during a tremendous storm at sea, when “all hope” was lost that they should be saved, an angel of the Lord appeared to Paul and assured him that not one would perish, but that all would be rescued. Paul said of this heaven-sent message, “I believe God, that it shall be even […]
The Kingdom Is Like a Marriage Feast
The parable of the marriage feast of the king’s son in Matt. 22:1-14 has many similarities to other of Jesus’ parables. It is very transparent and likely was perceived by the Pharisees as having them and the whole Jewish nation in mind. The parable related that a certain king made a marriage feast for his son […]
Are These the Last Days?
During a time of crisis, many religious people begin to cry out that these are the last days. The idea they convey is, there has never been a time of so much trouble and unrest, and the events of the day are signs the end is near. The Bible teaches the last days began on […]
The Standard of Truth #3
In our previous articles, we noted the gospel is the standard of religious truth — it is Christ’s law — and we are obligated to keep it (Matt. 28:19-20; Gal. 6:2; 2 Jn. 9). We noticed it is the truth that sets us free from sin and Satan (Jn. 8:32). This is why we present […]
The Standard of Truth #2
In our last article, we noted that God’s Word is the standard of truth. This was the case for Israel under the law of Moses (Josh. 1:7; Deut. 4:2). This is true for all men today as they are subject to the law of Christ (1 Cor. 9:21; Gal. 6:2). Some think the gospel is […]
