Preaching to the Next Generation
The generation of twenty-somethings are sometimes referred to as the “lost” generation because of their attendance at worship assemblies on any given Sunday is so low. In fact, many have not “walked away from the church” because they were honestly never even there in the first place. However, those who have walked away are not […]
“God Is Greater Than Our Heart”
I have been asked to comment on the meaning of 1 John 3:19-21, specifically verse 20: “And by this we know that we are of the truth, and shall assure our hearts before Him. For if our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and knows all things. Beloved, if our heart does […]
Rebaptism
One of the more perplexing problems a congregation faces is what to do about people who were baptized into a denomination and later learned the truth. Do they need to be baptized again? If so, what about Ephesians 4:4? Most denominations baptize for reasons that are incorrect. A majority of denominations baptize, sprinkle, or pour […]
The Spirits in Prison
The Bible has a few passages that are more difficult than others to understand. One of those passages which have caused many Bible students a lot of confusion is 1 Peter 3:18-19: “For Christ also died for sins once for all, the just for the unjust, in order that He might bring us to God, […]
Can a Child of God Be Lost?
Can a child of God be lost? Many of our friends and neighbors would say no. This would be true of Baptists, Presbyterians, and all others who are committed to the doctrine of Calvinism. John Calvin was a leader during the 16th century Reformation Movement which fought against many teachings of the Catholic Church. He […]
Five Views of Mark 16:16
There is a statement of Jesus in Mark 16:16 with four different views of this verse as taught by men that needs to be contrasted with the one plainly stated by Jesus and supported by His apostles in their teaching and preaching. First, “He who believes and is baptized will not be saved.” Two separate […]
“Dominion”
“Dominion” means “mastery” and the power “to rule.” The precise nature of the rule or dominion varies with the situation or context. “Dominion” occurs 55 times in the KJVS, and ultimately all dominion belongs to God (Job 25:2; Psalm 72:8; Daniel 4:3, 34; 1 Timothy 6:16; 1 Peter 4:11). The word can either denote political […]
Water Baptism #2
Before Christ left this earth and ascended to His Father, He said to the disciples, “He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; he that believeth not shall be damned” (Mark 16:16). At this point in time, 11 of the original 12 apostles were present to hear Jesus (Judas was dead, Matthew 27:5). After […]
Water Baptism #1
Baptism is a controversial subject with many. I am not sure why this is the case, but it is. The New Testament is quite clear about the mode and purpose of baptism. Put simply, baptism is an immersion or burial. In the New Testament, the element used for baptism/burial is water (Acts 8:36; 10:47-48). Bible […]
Are You a Christian?
How can a person know that he or she is a Christian? Is there any way someone can really know? These are questions that are often asked. I am happy to tell you that God doesn’t leave us standing on the quicksand of feelings and experiences. Without a doubt it’s possible for one to know […]