By Carol R. Lumpkin Restore: restoration to a former state or relationship. “Brethren if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted” (Gal.. 6:1). Erring: one who has turned from a goal, missed the mark. “Brethren, if …
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How Far Will They Go?
By Lewis Willis Many years ago a tragedy occurred in the Lord’s church. A group of brethren introduced into the practice of the church a number of things for which there is no authority. They insisted that the church would support from its treasury human organizations which were doing the work God as-signed to the church. …
Telling or Hearting Something New
By Andy Alexander Writing about Paul’s visit to Athens, Luke describes the Athenians and strangers who visited there as people who spent “their time in nothing other than telling or hearing something new” (Acts 17:21). This first century malady is still seen today in many quarters. The news media is constantly trying to be the first …
From Heaven or From Men
By Clinton D. Hamilton The question posed below did not reference any Scripture but presumably it is based on one. Accordingly, my response will be based on the Scripture which I believe was in the mind of the querist that suggested to him the question he raises. The question is one that is often asked and …