What does the Bible say about Baptizing Babies? It may come as a surprise to some but the Bible says nothing about baptizing babies. Yet, infant baptism is commonly practiced by many in the name of Christ even though there is not a single instance of or instruction for baptizing infant children. Jesus wanted the little … Read moreWhat does the Bible say about Baptizing Babies?
Do Your Part First … God Will Do His! We go to the Lord with a list and a longing for all the things He should do for us – even those of us who are focused on things spiritual. However, James wrote, “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your … Read moreDo Your Part First … God Will Do His!
What does the Bible say about women pastors? It may come as a surprise to some, but the Bible says nothing about women pastors. The word pastor means shepherd. It is used in the Bible, in the normal sense, to refer to those who tend sheep (Luke 2:8). The word is often used, metaphorically, of someone … Read moreWhat Does the Bible Say About Women Pastors?
Who Do You Think About in Bible Study? As a teacher I have noticed so very often that people studying the Bible want to talk about others who are failing to do what is right. It is embarrassing to admit that, after some years of noticing people apply scripture to others, it occurred to me that … Read moreWho Do You Think About in Bible Study?
Which part of the Bible should you read? All of it! But what about today? We should all read the whole Bible because it is the word of God. Every word of God is vital and useful. However, each part is not equally urgent. Faith in God and confidence in His word is a good … Read moreWhich part of the Bible should you read? All of it! But what about today?
What’s the difference in your church and other churches? People choose churches like they choose other products — compare features and select the one that is preferred. That is fine for selecting products of human creation. The church of the Lord is of divine origin, has Christ as its head and is ruled by His word … Read moreWhat’s the difference in your church and other churches?
Long Lists of Bible Genealogies — WHY? As you read the Bible you come across long lists of ancestors and descendants. Most of the names are of people we do not know or care about. How are they useful to me? They are chronologies maintained through centuries in many different documents by many different … Read moreLong Lists of Bible Genealogies — WHY?
What is most important in your life — the most pressing issue? In a passage discussing material things and earthly concerns, Jesus said: “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” Are you focusing on what is most important? How much time, thought and effort … Read moreWhat is most important in your life — the most pressing issue?
“Blessed are those who mourn.” How? “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted” (Matthew 5:4). The blessing is not in the pain, burden or grief. The blessing is in the comfort that mourners receive. There is much pain and grief in this life for which there is no relief. Time has a … Read more“Blessed are those who mourn.” How?
Baptism is Immersion – pure and simple. The Greek word for baptize means immerse, dip or dunk. It involves putting something in and lifting it out again. If I intend to obey the Lord’s instructions in baptism, I must be immersed. The command to be baptized in the Bible is always in water. That … Read moreBaptized How? Immersion — Pure and Simple.
