By Bruce Edwards, Jr. The next pair of spiritual gifts in Paul’s catalogue in 1 Cor. 12:8-11 concerns prophecy and the discernment of spirits. A study of “prophecy” is particularly relevant today, not only because of the Charismatic Movement, but also with respect to the conviction of many sincere brethren that Paul’s discourse regarding the veil …
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By Ron Halbrook July 4-6, 1974, the 9th Annual Unity Forum was held at Scarritt College in Nashville, Tennessee. Leroy Garrett proposed this forum while at Bethany College nine years ago; the forum moves from. campus to campus. The writer understands that the forums are usually held at some college which has historic connections with the …
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By Larry Ray Hafley QUESTION: From Indiana: “Is it scriptural to change a mid-week meeting service from group singing to Bible study or a Preacher Training Class under a stumbling block objection? The stumbling block consists of a family that feels their presence is not bound at the monthly singing service on Wednesday or Thursday night …
By John McCort Brethren sometimes fall into the trap of taking passages out of context and misapplying them in a zealous attempt to disprove false doctrines. When trying to disprove false doctrines, we should use our utmost discretion not to twist passages and draw conclusions that are not there. One misapplied passage exposed can seriously damage …
