Evangelism That Counts
Visitors are very important to us at the Loop. Whether or not someone re- turns may depend upon the initial welcome they receive. A good first im- pression is essential. Let’s make every visitor feel welcome. Recent studies indicate that the number one factor in the growth of congregations centers around the worship assembly. That […]
Essentials to Conversion: Baptism
When a man hears the word of God and develops faith, he must go on to confess Christ and repent of his sins (Romans 10:9-17; Acts 3:19). Many people say that is all that is necessary to be converted, to become a child of God. However, the Bible declares there is yet another thing to […]
Seeing the Light
A woman named Rose Crawford had been blind for 50 years. “I just can’t believe it,” she gasped as the doctor lifted the bandages from her eyes after her recovery from delicate surgery in an Ontario hospital. She wept for joy when for the first time in her life a dazzling and beautiful world of […]
Should We Irritate Sinful Brethren?
Are we guilty of walking and talking very softly with brethren who have sinful practices or who uphold and fellowship sinful doctrines or practices? When we hear those overused threats that you’re going to “upset a whole family”, you’re going to “cause church trouble”, you’re going to “drive people away”, or even worse to some, […]
Are You Sick?
The Israelites were in bad shape in Isaiah 1. They were full of sin and alienated from God (Isaiah 59:1-2). Isaiah used the very striking metaphor of a sick man to describe their deplorable condition. He said in vv. 5-6, “Why should you be stricken again? You will revolt more and more. The whole head […]
“The Conviction of Things Not Seen”
Faith is not “blind” as some in the world believe. Rather, faith is a conviction based on evidence. “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Heb. 11:1, NASB). Faith comes from the word of God (Rom. 10:17). “By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by […]
Can You Convert Them After Marriage?
The American Institute for Church Growth conducted a survey of 10,000 men and women in various religious denominations. One of the questions asked how many had married a mate from a different religious background. 62% of respondents reported marrying someone of a different “faith.” The survey then proceeded to ask that 62% about what happened […]
Can We Have Confidence in Our Salvation?
Many people who claim to be Christians go through life not sure of their salvation. Is this how God wants His children to view their salvation? Are we to go through life wondering if we have been saved or are we know that we are saved? The apostle Paul was one who knew his relationship […]
Bible Study
Studying the Bible is invaluable. Jesus said, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled” (Matt. 5:6). Peter said, “As newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby” (1 Pet. 2:2). Thus, if you hunger and thirst for righteousness, go to the Word […]
The Love of God
Have you ever tried to understand the extent of God’s love for man? The truth is, we can’t completely grasp the depths of God’s love for us. His love is infinite. Our comprehension is finite. It seems that true devotion to God is not attainable without a personal awareness of God’s love. I must understand […]
