By Edward O. Bragwell, Jr. As a preacher of the gospel, I have always tried to avoid references to political issues in my preaching. In most cases I think that preachers should avoid trying to make political statements. After all, our main concern is to be for the spiritual welfare of others rather than being too …
Category Archives: Truth Magazine Vol. 31
TV Evangelists And The Positive Thinking Movement
By Ron Halbrook By the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, John teaches three vital lessons in 1 John 4:4-6. Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. They are of the world: therefore speak they of the world, and …
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Pearls From Proverbs: The Talker That Tells Tales
By Irvin Himmel A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter (Prov. 11:13). To “bear” something means to carry it or convey it. The ring bearer carries rings, usually on a small pillow, at a wedding. A standard bearer is one assigned to carry the banner or flag as …
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Preaching Trends: A Word Of Concern
By Harry R. Osborne The words of Elihu may be well to note at the outset of this article. He started his speech to Job and his friends with the admission of his youth and the general rule that “days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom” (Job 32:7). I do not pretend to …