Issues of Truth on Tough Texts published in 2009.
Hebrews 10:25 is a text that has burdened the author throughout his entire ministry. In this article, he challenges Christians to be truly faithful in their attendance of the local church gathering. *(If download does not begin automatically, right click on the “Download” button and then click “Save As” or…
This issue of Truth on Tough Texts deals with a text that has been strongly questioned. The author approaches this textual issue a little differently than it usually is, namely, by a courtroom setting and the concept of “reasonable doubt.” (1 John 5:7-8) *(If download does not begin automatically, right…
Leadership is absolutely vital to the proper function of a church. “Teaching Faithful Men” examines God’s design set forth for in 2 Timothy 2:2. That passage provides a foundation for how we are to understand the responsibilities of the pastor-teacher, God’s “Chain of Teaching”, and application of the principle. (For…
“What About Cremation?” Demonstrates that the biblical evidence is overwhelming that cremation is not the best, that it is, indeed, burial that is the Scriptural precedent for handling the dead. *(If download does not begin automatically, right click on the “Download” button and then click “Save As” or “Save Target…
Many have often wondered, “What Was Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh?” Some have submitted that it was poor eyesight, ulcers, or one amongst a whole host of other medical conditions. Others have posited that maybe it was actually a person who persecuted Paul. In an attempt to answer this question,…
How exactly do we live the Christian life? Is it by God’s power or our effort? Is it by passive trust in God or by active obedience to God? Or is it rather a combination of both? We first look at each of these and then try to find the…
Love is a core characteristic of the Christian faith and it is absolutely vital to the proper function of the church universal. The purpose of this articles is to share a deep burden and encourage all of us to Christian love in a specific area. 2015 Update: Since it was…
Have you ever wondered, “Is There a ‘Carnal Christian’?” While “carnal” and “Christian” are certainly in the NT, melding the two together to refer to a new “category” of Christian is an invention that God never intended. (1 Cor. 3:1-4) *(If download does not begin automatically, right click on the…
There has been a great deal of debate and conflict within the church over the roles women should play in church ministry. This article first sets forth the incalculable value of the ministry of women. It then goes on to clearly demonstrate that the modern trend of women teachers and…
“The Disagreement Between Paul and Barnabas”. What happened here? What brought about such a division? Is there a practical application in this? Perhaps you have had these same questiosn as have many students of the Bible. Some have determined that it was a simple disagreement while others believe the disagreement…
