Preparing the Worshiper for Worship Has worship with the brethren become a bore? This is nothing new. In Malachi’s day he condemned the priests who viewed their worship to God as “contemptible” and a “weariness.” God told them, “You offer defiled food on My altar. But say, ‘In what way Read more…
Satan Goes to Church An old legend relates that a pious man met Satan one day coming out of the church building. “What are you doing here?” asked the man. “I thought you never set foot inside the building.” “Oh yes,” answered Satan, “where there is praying and preaching against Read more…
Phrases Used to Describe the Lord’s Supper In this article we will endeavor to investigate the terms and phrases used in the Bible to describe the Lord’s Supper. From these we can gain a clearer understanding of its significance for the present day Christian. By way of contrast we will Read more…
From Sinner to Saved Through Baptism Part 2 ▸ Sinners Must Be Baptized The act of baptism is clearly explained by Paul. “Or do you not know that as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? Therefore we were buried with Him Read more…
From Sinner to Saved Through Baptism Part 1 “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners” (1 Timothy 1:15). Christians are saved to help save others. “Let him know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save a soul from death and cover Read more…
Prayer: Communicating With Headquarters “Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel, Read more…
Sword of the Spirit “…and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God” –Ephesians 6:17b The character of our armor is the same as the nature of Christ. The Christian soldier is to put on the belt of truth and Christ is the Truth (John 14:6). He Read more…
Helmet of Salvation “And take the helmet of salvation, …” Ephesians 6:17a With such a great army as the Roman legions why did Rome fall? Edward Gibbon explains one of the reasons. “The relaxation of discipline, and the disuse of exercise, rendered the soldiers less able, and less willing, to Read more…
Shield of Faith “above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one” – Ephesians 6:16 A common theme in our song books for worship are battle hymns of spiritual warfare, such as, “A Mighty Fortress”, “Onward, Read more…
Feet Shod With Gospel of Peace “And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace” – Ephesians 6:15 I once met a tenderfoot who was just starting out and inexperienced. He had itching feet and wanted to travel. He was far too unrealistic and such a dreamer, Read more…