By Steven F. Deaton Many congregations of the Lord’s people are concerned these days, and rightly so, that we are a dying number! Fewer and fewer people are taking their stand with those seeking the old paths. In the midst of all of this, some fundamental facts are forgotten about laboring in the vineyard of …
Author Archives: Mark Mayberry
Chronic Tardiness
By Larry Ray Hafle We have all been “a few minutes late” for appointments. It generally is “no big deal.” However, because those who arrive late may disturb others, some schools, companies, corporations, and movie theaters let it be known that they will not tolerate tardiness. Personally, I would rather be tardy to worship services …
Ellettsville Preacher Training Program
By Connie W. Adams The Preacher Training Program conducted by the Ellettsville, Indiana church of Christ will be held July 27-August 7, 1998. The program will include instruction in: Doing the work of an evangelist; Preaching in today’s world; Carrying out the great commission; Overcoming stage fright; Finding and putting sermons together; Conducting weddings and …
Let’s Not Forget The Redemptive System
By Donnie V. Rader The gospel of Jesus Christ is a redemptive system. By that we mean that it is a system whereby man is redeemed from his sins. In contrast, some of the preaching we hear today, even among us, has robbed the gospel of its redemptive power. The Need For Redemption Man stands …