Sabbath Keeping #4
When it is pointed out that the Sabbath observance, along with the entire law of Moses, was abolished, the Sabbatarian will sometimes respond by saying the Sabbath is “eternal” or “perpetual.” He may quote Exodus 31:16: “Therefore the children of Israel shall keep the Sabbath, to observe the Sabbath throughout their generations as a perpetual […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Standard of Truth #1
In the realm of commerce, there are standards of weights, measurement, and currency. Sixteen ounces equals a pound, 12 inches equals a foot and 100 pennies equals a dollar. Fifteen ounces do not equal a pound and 13 inches does not equal afoot. A standard is set and truthfulness does not allow for any deviation. […]
“Frenchmen” Among Us
Americans who love their country and the principles upon which it was founded have been disgusted with the actions of the French government. It has tried to thwart the United States’ efforts to liberate an oppressed people and rid the world of a vicious dictator who was working on chemical, biological, and possibly, nuclear weapons. […]