Articles

The Reactionary Church

One of several uncomplimentary terms that could be used to describe the modern Church is “reactionary.” Routinely, the contemporary Church is found responding to developments in society, rather than taking a role of leading society according to Biblical principles. These days, we spend a lot of our time determining what we are going to say regarding the latest example of debauchery. Although it is reasonable to expect that the Church will, by necessity, have to respond after some issue has ...
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When Gospels Collide

One of the most frequent causes for unrest in local churches is the question of how we are to conduct ourselves as Christians, particularly when it comes to the operation of the family. Typically, views regarding various elements of conduct clash as one side stresses certain personal convictions as if they were commanded in Scripture. The Bible, of course, provides plenty of information concerning what is and what is not proper behavior for all believers. And in a family, the ...
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political shame

You Can Trust Me

I lie, fornicate, abuse authority, wrongfully cast blame on others, and betray my wife, but you can count on me. Such is the assertion of many contemporary politicians after confessing to some horrendous conduct, normally sexual in nature. These people routinely attempt to make a case for remaining in office in spite of their deplorable behavior. They usually assure us that, while they have exercised "poor judgment" in their private life, their ability to lead effectively and represent impartially is ...
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