Are You Lacking?
When we think of sin, what do we think of? We may think of things like murder, stealing, or even lying. We may think of an action, something that we do that is sinful. But have you ever thought about not doing something being sinful? Have you ever avoided doing something you should have done […]
The Qualifications Are for All
You may be surprised to learn that most of the qualifications of bishops (also called elders, shepherds, pastors, overseers, or presbyters) are expected of all Christians — both men and women. This effectively says that bishops aren’t some sort of “super” Christian or a sort of special individual that most can’t replicate. Instead, they’re men […]
Laid at the Apostles’ Feet
At least three times in Acts 4 and 5 it is said of early disciples that they “sold their possessions”, then brought what they had received from the sale of houses or lands and “laid it at the apostles’ feet” (Acts 4:35, 37; 5:2). One of my earliest memories of Lord’s Day worship in the […]