Gluttony: A Lack of Self-Control (Part Two)
Article; Posted 2/1/2000
At its base, gluttony is nothing more than a lack of self-control. But there is also a more spiritual side to this prevalent sin.
Article; Posted 2/1/2000
At its base, gluttony is nothing more than a lack of self-control. But there is also a more spiritual side to this prevalent sin.
Gluttony: Sin of Lust and Greed (Part One)
Article; Posted 1/1/2000
America has grown fat, and the sin of gluttony plays a part in it. Obesity is dangerous physically, but it also has a spiritual side.
Article; Posted 1/1/2000
America has grown fat, and the sin of gluttony plays a part in it. Obesity is dangerous physically, but it also has a spiritual side.
The Century of the Child
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 11/1/1999
Self-appointed experts insist that rapid technological change requires a transfer of influence over children from 'ill-prepared' parents to 'Those Who Know Better.'
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 11/1/1999
Self-appointed experts insist that rapid technological change requires a transfer of influence over children from 'ill-prepared' parents to 'Those Who Know Better.'
Barnabas: Son of Encouragement and Consolation
Article; Posted 7/1/1999
Everyone needs a little encouragement on a regular basis. Barnabas tends to be one of the forgotten apostles, yet he provides a sterling example of encouraging others.
Article; Posted 7/1/1999
Everyone needs a little encouragement on a regular basis. Barnabas tends to be one of the forgotten apostles, yet he provides a sterling example of encouraging others.
The Enduring Results of Compromise
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 2/1/1999
Compromise usually begins small and can grow to encompass once strongly held beliefs. The story of Solomon 'minor' sins illustrates how this process works.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 2/1/1999
Compromise usually begins small and can grow to encompass once strongly held beliefs. The story of Solomon 'minor' sins illustrates how this process works.
Basic Doctrines: The Laying On of Hands
Bible Study (Article); Posted 12/1/1998
Laying on of hands may seem strange to the non-Christian. However, it is one of the church's fundamental doctrines, found in baptism, healing and ordination.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 12/1/1998
Laying on of hands may seem strange to the non-Christian. However, it is one of the church's fundamental doctrines, found in baptism, healing and ordination.
Are Some Sins Worse Than Others?
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 11/1/1998
It seems that some sins should be worse than others in God's eyes. Though all sin merits the death penalty, some sins carry greater consequences and penalties.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 11/1/1998
It seems that some sins should be worse than others in God's eyes. Though all sin merits the death penalty, some sins carry greater consequences and penalties.
Self-Control
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/1/1998
As a fruit of God's Spirit, self control may be the single hardest to master over the course of a lifetime, yet we need it to do our parts in God's Kingdom.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 11/1/1998
As a fruit of God's Spirit, self control may be the single hardest to master over the course of a lifetime, yet we need it to do our parts in God's Kingdom.
Meekness
Bible Study (Article); Posted 9/1/1998
Meekness is one of the hardest virtues to define. The Bible shows meekness to be strength, as the character of such people as Jesus and Moses shows.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 9/1/1998
Meekness is one of the hardest virtues to define. The Bible shows meekness to be strength, as the character of such people as Jesus and Moses shows.
Faithfulness
Bible Study (Article); Posted 8/1/1998
Pertinent scriptures and comments on the seventh fruit of the Spirit, faithfulness.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 8/1/1998
Pertinent scriptures and comments on the seventh fruit of the Spirit, faithfulness.
Goodness
Bible Study (Article); Posted 7/1/1998
'Good' is a term we use very loosely, yet it is a major characteristic of God. It is defined in terms of what God is: absolute goodness.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 7/1/1998
'Good' is a term we use very loosely, yet it is a major characteristic of God. It is defined in terms of what God is: absolute goodness.
How Does Temptation Relate to Sin?
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 6/1/1998
We have been called to a life of avoiding, enduring and overcoming temptation. Here is the process of temptation, sin and their products, and destruction.
'Ready Answer' Article; Posted 6/1/1998
We have been called to a life of avoiding, enduring and overcoming temptation. Here is the process of temptation, sin and their products, and destruction.
Kindness
Bible Study (Article); Posted 6/1/1998
The fifth fruit of the Spirit, kindness, reflects God's loving actions toward us. We in turn must learn to bestow kindness on others.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 6/1/1998
The fifth fruit of the Spirit, kindness, reflects God's loving actions toward us. We in turn must learn to bestow kindness on others.
Longsuffering
Bible Study (Article); Posted 5/1/1998
Longsuffering, or patience, the fourth fruit of the Spirit, is a much needed virtue in a fast-paced, impatient world.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 5/1/1998
Longsuffering, or patience, the fourth fruit of the Spirit, is a much needed virtue in a fast-paced, impatient world.
Peace
Bible Study (Article); Posted 4/1/1998
True peace is not merely the absence of conflict, but a positive, proactive, heartfelt peace of yielding to God and of good will toward all.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 4/1/1998
True peace is not merely the absence of conflict, but a positive, proactive, heartfelt peace of yielding to God and of good will toward all.
Joy
Bible Study (Article); Posted 3/1/1998
True joy is based neither on material accumulation, nor in extraordinary physical accomplishments, but in the hope of salvation and the promises of God.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 3/1/1998
True joy is based neither on material accumulation, nor in extraordinary physical accomplishments, but in the hope of salvation and the promises of God.
Celebrating Birthdays
Article; Posted 3/1/1998
Are birthday celebrations as harmless as they seem? How did the practice start? Here is a spiritual principle concerning birthdays that many do not consider.
Article; Posted 3/1/1998
Are birthday celebrations as harmless as they seem? How did the practice start? Here is a spiritual principle concerning birthdays that many do not consider.
Love
Bible Study (Article); Posted 2/1/1998
A Bible study on love, one of the fruits of the Holy Spirit.
Bible Study (Article); Posted 2/1/1998
A Bible study on love, one of the fruits of the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit
Bible Study (Article); Posted 1/1/1998
The Bible speaks of the Spirit as the power or mind of God, the power of love and of a sound mind. It emanates from Him and thus can be said to be poured out
Bible Study (Article); Posted 1/1/1998
The Bible speaks of the Spirit as the power or mind of God, the power of love and of a sound mind. It emanates from Him and thus can be said to be poured out
'You Are My Witnesses...'
Article; Posted 12/1/1997
What is a witness? Here is how the term is used in both Old and New Testaments, including the everyday witness of a Christian and the end-time Two Witnesses.
Article; Posted 12/1/1997
What is a witness? Here is how the term is used in both Old and New Testaments, including the everyday witness of a Christian and the end-time Two Witnesses.