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The Church In The New TestamentBy Steven F. DeatonLessons on the church in the New Testament abound. Some lessons may be confined to very specific subjects. For instance, the work, worship, and organization are plainly ...Full Article Worship and ServiceBy Steven F. DeatonAny who believe in the Bible, Jesus Christ, and heaven, will admit a need to worship and serve God. He seeks those who will worship Him in spirit and truth (Jn. 4:23, 24). He commands men to serve Him (Lk. 1:74; Matt. 4:10). Some fail to recognize the difference in the two....Full Article Three Sundays AgoBy Jesse FlowersI worshiped with a church that had perfect attendance. I’m quite sure this was the first time I had experienced such. I understand it is a regular occurrence at this congregation. They had 170 in attendance for Sunday Bible class, Sunday worship, and 170 in attendance on Wednesday. This sort of thing is unheard of in the majority of churches. The norm is that your biggest crowd will be there for Sunday morning worship service. Then the numbers...Full Article The Importance of Bible ClassesBy John R. GentryBible classes are often overlooked, minimized, or treated as optional. They are not merely a traditional way of playing "religion." The Bible teaches they are vital to the health of a congregation. Perhaps some simply do not know what the Bible says concerning this very important subject....Full Article The Work of The ChurchBy Kurt G. JonesAs we look around at the various denominations that claim to be Christians and follow Christ, one may get some strange ideas regarding the work and mission of the church. Over the years churches have been involved in sponsoring everything from youth ski trips to tax workshops, and financial planning seminars. Churches have engaged in sports leagues, weight-loss programs, and even some political endeavors. Yes, we would get a pretty strange picture of the work of the church, simply by looking at the churches around about us.....Full Article Change The Name?By Steven F. DeatonBelieve it or not, some brethren advocate changing the name that is on the sign in front of the building. Some say the name “church of Christ” causes confusion or is offensive. The belief is that a name change will aid in getting more people in the door. This is patently false....Full Article WorshipBy Steven F. DeatonThe Bible teaches there are five basic acts of worship for the church. To go beyond these is to walk by sight, not by faith; it is to assume authority where none is granted (Matt. 28:18). We know that the apostles were guided by the Holy Spirit. Thus, if we discover what they did when they worshipped, we know it is right. Consider the following and notice how simple New Testament worship really is...Full Article Christ and The KingdomBy Steven F. DeatonMuch misinformation and error about Christ and the kingdom circulates in the world and among the denominations. People are misled and, as a result, confused and bewildered. This, however, need not be. God has revealed the plain, simple truth about Christ and the kingdom...Full Article |
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