Faithfulness or Foolishness?
An article appearing in the September 29 issue of the Houston Chronicle reported on “Holiness” churches which practice handling snakes and drinking poison. The article, titled “Praise the Lord, pass the serpents in Georgia” said they do these things because of a strict interpretation of Mark 16:18, “They will take up serpents; and if they […]
“I Don’t See Any Harm in It”
This is said by some who want to do what God has not authorized. It recently came up in a conversation about instrumental music in worship. The answer is, so what? It does not matter what you see or believe, nor what I see or believe. What matters is the truth (Prov. 23:23; 1 Thess. […]
Men Still Worship Molech: The Abomination of Abortion
This past week the anniversary of Roe V. Wade was celebrated and mourned. It was an occasion of rejoicing for those who advocate abortion. It was a time of sorrow for those who respect human life. The practice of abortion is nothing other than paganism. Long ago God warned His people about worshipping Molech. He […]
Get Christ Out of Christmas
Throughout our area and across the country denominations have signs that tell us to “put Christ back in Christmas.” Some individuals will say, “Jesus is the reason for the season.” Both sayings reflect a lack of knowledge of history and God’s word. History tells us that a celebration of Christ’s birth did not occur until […]
Legalized Murder
Just because something is “legal” does not mean it is right. Gambling is legal in most states, yet it is still condemned by the Bible (Col. 3:5). The sale and consumption of alcohol are legal but ungodly (1 Pet. 4:3-4). Prostitution is legal in Nevada, but God denounces all sexual immorality (Heb. 13:4). Murder is […]
The Bible Doesn’t Say “Not” To
Nearly every time a discussion about instrumental music in worship takes place, one supporting it says, “The Bible doesn’t say not to.” They are right. The Bible does say, “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with […]
Do You Have a Politically Correct Bible?
Though nobody would ever say that they want a “politically correct Bible,” there’s little doubt that most people want a version that conforms to their worldview, rather than the other way around. We get uncomfortable when things are said or written that seem “out of touch” with today’s world, so we look for one that […]
Can You Find It in the Bible?
The Spirit-inspired Word of God says, “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). In other words, we must have divine authority for all we do. If there is no authority, then we have no right […]
“What Is Your Reading of It?” #3
Again, we observe the Lord’s reply to a religious question, “What is written in the law? What is your reading of it?” (Lk. 10:26). The alike answer is proper today. On the question of salvation outside of Christ, “What is written in the law?” “Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and […]
“What Is Your Reading of It?” #2
As we pointed out in the last article, on one occasion when the Lord was asked a religious question, His reply was, “What is written in the law? What is your reading of it?” (Lk. 10:26). Many in our society, and even some who claim to follow Christ, ponder whether or not homosexuality is sinful. […]