Q&A 0346 – Debauchery
Written on November 30, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
When I first studied the Bible, I was told debauchery means doing anything in excess, like overeating, drinking, sleeping, etc. I still hear disciples defining it this way. However, when… Read More
Report: 12th International Teachers’ Seminar, Washington DC
Written on November 30, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Responses to the 12th Annual International Teachers’ Conference (November 2006, Washington DC) have been very positive: “The conference was a very encouraging and fulfilling time! In the spirit of Psalm… Read More
Q&A 0345 – Napster: stealing music?
Written on November 28, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Is it stealing to download music/media for free? I know that the music industries have issued numerous lawsuits against Napster. Should I have the same attitude towards this and pay… Read More
Q&A 0344 – Greek words for love
Written on November 26, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
I have often been puzzled by the differences between the Greek words translated "love" in English. Butchered interpretations of John 21 can cause the whole scenario with Peter and Jesus… Read More
News from the French Africa Mission Society
Written on November 26, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
The FAMS (French Africa Mission Society) is committed to taking the good news of Jesus to the countries of West and Central Africa. The majority of these are former French… Read More
Truth Telling Culture
Written on November 26, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Read the article (pdf) below on truth telling organizations. Download the pdf.
G-12 Churches in the news (2006)
Written on November 26, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Download the pdf below to read about the “G-12” Hispanic churches. Available Downloads: Article-PDF (.pdf – 36k)
Q&A 0343 – Circumcision and baptism
Written on November 24, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
I would like to know how much of a connection there is between circumcision and baptism. Some suggest they are extremely connected, and since circumcision was done to babies, it… Read More
Q&A 0342 – Sleeping sins?
Written on November 22, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Are we responsible for sins that we commit in our dreams? I do not think so! We do tend to dream about the things that have been on our minds throughout… Read More
Contemporary Views on Salvation, by Glenn Giles
Written on November 21, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
There are varying views on salvation among those who call themselves “Christians” today. The following enumerate some of those views. You can download the word document or the pdf below…. Read More
ISBE (International Standard Bible Encyclopedia)
Written on November 21, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
ISBE International Standard Bible Encyclopedia is available for free download at http://www.e-sword.net/. The ISBE is also available as a download at http://www.internationalstandardbible.com/.
Q&A 0341 – “To fulfill all righteousness”
Written on November 20, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
The Bible says Jesus was baptized "to fulfill all righteousness." Since Jesus was sinless, what does this mean? Matthew 3:15 describes Jesus’ baptism at the hands of John. Yes, Jesus… Read More
Da Vinci Code Powerpoint (Agerbak)
Written on November 20, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Here is a recent powerpoint presentation on the Da Vinci Code by Andrew Agerbak (London). You may download it: Da Vinci ppt (.ppt – 396k).
Q&A 0340 – Prayers of non-Christians
Written on November 18, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
In Isaiah 59:1-3 we teach those we study the Bible with that sin separates one from God. Verse 2 says "Your sins have hidden his face from you so that… Read More
Q&A 0339 – Cloning?
Written on November 16, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
If God is the creator, what do we do with the whole issue of human cloning? If we are capable of cloning animals and humans, it would seem that God… Read More
Behind the Veil: A Study of 1 Corinthians 11:2-16, by Andrew Fleming
Written on November 16, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Behind the Veil: A Study of 1 Corinthians 11:2-16, by Andrew Fleming Download the pdf below to ready the entire article. Available Downloads: article (.pdf – 3572k)
Christian Standard Web Site
Written on November 15, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
http://www.ChristianStandard.com
Q&A 0338 – True church grows?
Written on November 14, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
I’ve been spiritually raised on the conviction that the church must grow. Yet most churches level out in their growth after a few years. Some leaders even say When we… Read More
Q&A 0337 – Pastor
Written on November 12, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
In Ephesians 4:11 Paul explains how God established various offices (prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers) to build up and strengthen the church. All of those offices/duties listed are words disciples… Read More
Richard Dawkins vs. Francis Collins: Evolution Debate
Written on November 10, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
The current issue of Time magazine (11/13/06) contains an article with excerpts from a debate between Richard Dawkins and Francis Collins, the best known representatives of atheistic and theistic perspectives… Read More
Q&A 0336 – Purpose vs. Mission
Written on November 10, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Is there a difference between a disciple’s purpose and a disciple’s mission (Matthew 28)? I teach that a disciple’s purpose is to know God, whereas his mission–and this is not… Read More
The Stone-Campbell Journal
Written on November 9, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
There’s a great resource on the Stone-Campbell Movement. Visit the website of the Stone-Campbell Journal.
Q&A 0335 – Demons
Written on November 8, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Thank you so much for your presentation in Berlin. You pointed out that the Old Testament "tells it like it is," and that many pagan religions believed in demons and… Read More
Q&A 0334 – All sins equal in sight of God?
Written on November 6, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
After reading over some of the questions and answers, I came across this one (Q&A 0107, on Disfellowship). Wouldn’t “warranted by grave sin unrepented of” include all sin? I have… Read More
Q&A 0333 – Hebrews 7 and tithing
Written on November 4, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
What is the purpose of Hebrews 7:4-10? Can this passage be used in support of strict tithing? Can we use 1 Corinthians 16:2 & 2 Corinthians 9:7 combined to say… Read More
Q&A 0332 – Was David a homosexual?
Written on November 2, 2006 at 12:00 am, by admin
Benjamin Britten used the term in his diaries “Tell it not in Gath” (2 Samuel 1:26) in a reference to Jonathan’s love for David as a justification for his homosexual… Read More