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Has Someone Pulled The Plug From Your Life? Read this article if you are concerned for those, possibly yourself, who never understand how to find HAPPINESS (Satisfaction) in life.

What To Tell Your Mate When They Are Guilty of Wrath Christians need to study and then be honest and make the right applications to one another, all family members, and especially with their own mates (Cf. I Th. 5:14). Those given to wrath and anger have HARDENED and impenitent hearts and store up wrath against themselves for the Day of judgment.

A Jewish Claim Refuted It is sometimes argued that the Bible's holding Jews responsible for the crucifixion of Christ might foster feelings of hatred towards the Jewish people in general. When one considers all of the circumstances connected with the death of Jesus who is called Christ (Messiah is translated Christ in the scriptures), still there is just no place for such a hatred. The reason being that Christians accept Peter's recorded statement that "God exhalted Jesus to His right hand to be Prince and Savior, to give repentance to Israel and forgiveness of sins." How can any true Christian HATE anyone since they believe man's only hope of salvation is connected with the sacrifice of the Messiah, whose blood was shed for the remission of sins? The two (hating any race and desiring any man's salvation) just don't go together. Why not read this study and learn more about man's part in the crucifixion of Christ?

The List That Justifies The Ungodly Using the instruction from Prov. 9:7-9 that says, “Reprove not a scorner, lest he HATE YOU…” this article deals with the ungodly who have no real concern for the whole of God’s commandments and doing all He requires (cf. Ps. 119:160). A major point on reproofs and rebukes combines the above passage with the Lord’s warning “Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you” (Matt. 7:6). These dogs and swine have no regard or use for instruction from God’s word, which is holy. Moreover, their mistreatment of one who gives instruction from His word can be severe!

Selected Newspaper Articles Here are four newspaper articles presented to the community with a love for the truth. The intent is to present God’s truths without incorporating the emotional flavor so popular with other religious bodies: (3) “God Knows When Men Conceal The Truth” presents a scriptural view of those who claim to preach God’s word while restraining their lips for covetousness sake. Read what God says about those who HATE the one who reproves sin and speaks uprightly; who HATE the truth of God’s word that states the sins; who have changed the truth for a lie; who being covetous and not fearing God flatter the arrogant rich and powerful in society; who are companions of those who lapse into falsehood for fear of being persecuted; who HATE the good and love the evil. Such make up the list of those God knows (and those who study His word know) who would like to fix things to prevent true Christians from speaking about sins that damn the soul.

The Way of Integrity Psalms 119 This Psalm is often avoided because of its length. This study begins with eight points on integrity with God. Follow these application is made from each of the remaining sections. Understand that it is on the grounds of your integrity that you may plead to God for protective care against the wicked (Ps. 119:121-128). He HATED every false way! Because he did not want to wander from God the scriptures would be his counselors (lit., the men of his counsel) to establish his ways. He was afraid of God’s judgments --- instead of fearing his persecutors he fears God’s judgments! These are but a few of the good lesson presented through studying this Psalm. Why not read the article and while doing so read it along with your Bible?

Selected Newspaper Articles Here are four newspaper articles presented to the community with a love for the truth. The intent is to present God’s truths without incorporating the emotional flavor so popular with other religious bodies: (3) “God Knows When Men Conceal The Truth” presents a scriptural view of those who claim to preach God’s word while restraining their lips for covetousness sake. The ungodliness of all such who hate the good and love evil is contrasted with the man who is blessed. The man who is blessed trusts in God, and has not shown respect to the proud, nor to those who lapse into falsehood (cf. Ps. 40:4). This man HATES evil, and loves the good and establishes justice so that God will be gracious to him (cf. Amos 5:15).

Using “ALL” To Displace Racial Hatred This article refers states God’s desire for ALL men to come to repentance, shows ALL men have come from Adam, teaches the Gospel is for ALL men, shows a Jew preaching salvation to a Gentile, presents scripture where both Jew and Gentiles were made “one new man,” i.e. a Christian, emphasizes that ALL who manifest the works of the flesh, including HATING one’s fellow man, will perish, and ends with God’s universal requirement of repentance and baptism for ALL men in order that they might be saved!

The Majority Know Another Jesus The church at Corinth gladly tolerated fools who taught another Jesus and different gospel, Paul said (cf. 2 Cor. 11:4, 19). It is possible for one to read the trifling literature of fools and possess a completely false view of Jesus. Read the Gospels for your self and see what He really did do and teach. Here’s a start with applications from the Gospels themselves that show the stark differences between what most think Jesus taught and what He really did teach! Verses are presented that deal with: (8) quit saying you understand Christ’s word when you won’t accept and do it WHEN YOU HEAR It…

Hating Homosexuality This article from 1999 relates to the meeting between Jerry Falwell and the so called gay Christians. The press presented them as "gay Christians" meaning that they were practicing homosexuals and lesbians. The purpose of that meeting was to reduce violence and hatred toward homosexuals.. When the press presents practicing HOMOSEXUALS and lesbians as Christians who present themselves in good standing with God, then the contradictions from a religious point of view must be exposed! And that's what the article does. It shows clearly how "practicing" homosexuals and lesbians are not to be accepted and fellowshipped in Christ's church.

The Appreciation Of Godly Sisters In Christ The tremendous value of our sisters in Christ is set forth in this article. Beginning with the HONOR that is due to faithful women in Christ, the study sets forth the various duties enjoined upon them in regards to their family and service rendered to the church that Christ built. They are to be ready unto every good work (Eph. 2:10, I Tim. 5:10, Titus 3:1, 2:14). Why not study the nine points of application directed towards their being scripturally appreciated?

Things Often Missing During Afflictions The applications in this brief study will deal with those who are in affliction. Dear reader, you will notice that with some of these God has no pleasure. For others, they see God’s faithfulness during their afflictions. HOPE in God’s word is one’s comfort during affliction! Why not read this either for your self or with a view to being able to help another?

The Head And Authority of the Church This is Lesson Two in our Series: "Fundamental Lessons on the Church." Lesson Two: "The Head And Authority of the Church." In this lesson you will learn about the church with Jesus Christ as the one and only HEAD. The church has the responsibility to hold to, uphold, and proclaim the New Testament as the word of Christ, the authority that Christ gave to the church. The church is not the authority. The revealed word is the authority Christ gave for the church to uphold and proclaim.

A Study of the Miracles of the New Testament ~ Part One: An inquirer asks: Does God still do miracles today through men of God and apostles? Such questions stem from, I’m convinced, people’s awareness that the so-called “miracles” performed by faith HEALERS today are obviously the works of frauds. They can see that their so-called miracles are not of the same nature as those recorded in the New Testament. The request asks if the New Testament miracles performed by men came to an end?

A Study of the Miracles of the New Testament ~ Part Two: For further study I have listed miracles you find recorded in the book of Acts. There are several of these and I ask you to consider carefully their “nature” in contrast to the false miraculous works of so-called faith HEALERS today.

Who Can Forgive Sins But God Alone? The various accounts of Jesus’ power to forgive sins during His personal ministry testified to Him being God. He forgave sins for both men and women. In Matt. 9:1-8 when Jesus HEALED the paralytic He wanted them to know that the Son of Man had authority to forgive sins. The simple point is He had the authority do so because He was God. We must accept that and keep it in the “time” period in which it occurred. This article explains the purpose of John’s baptism, as well as the forgiveness and salvation of the thief who was crucified with Jesus (Lk. 23:43). The Lord said that He came to seek and to save the lost (Lk. 19:10). Thus He forgave sins as one of the blessings of His presence among men.

The Lies Of Apostasies The full title of this article is “The Pattern Of Lies Producing And Sustaining Apostasies.”. Read this article to study what Jeroboam did wrong when he said in his heart that God’s established order would not work. Besides Jeroboam’s apostasy, the article presents in detail the pattern of lies producing apostasies from the book of Jeremiah. Some important questions answered are: Why do lies prevail? How has the truth been affected? What Lies? What will God do in the end? Here is an excerpt: What lies? The lies they inherited from their fathers who refused to HEAR God’s word! (Jer. 11:9-10, 4 — this covenant).

Membership Requirements According to the First Century Revelation This lesson is Lesson Three in our Series: "Fundamental Lessons on the Church." Lesson Three: "Membership Requirements According to the First Century Revelation." In this lesson you will learn about what one must do to be saved and become a member of Christ's church. The question, "What must I do to be saved?" is fully answered as you study through the accounts of conversion recorded in Acts. The lesson presents the step of HEARING the Gospel and its place in the order of the steps of obedience necessary to become a Christian.

The Beginning Point Leading To Salvation This article should help anyone today who has come to realize that the variety of explanations offered today due to diverse human philosophies and beliefs have left many frustrated concerning the important matter of salvation. Three such beliefs, the Pentecostal experience, adults baptizing infants, and professing belief without required obedience are examined in the light of God's word and found wanting! If you will take your Bible and read each scripture in this brief study it will enable you to be honest with yourself (see Acts 17:11) about your own salvation. Faith comes by HEARING the Word (Rom. 10:17) that Jesus commissioned to the apostles. Moreover, it will help prevent the all too common occurrence of many misleading others by that with which they were lead astray themselves.

Acknowledgements & Requests Concerning MY heart God expects the soul, HEART, and oneself to be pure. Moreover, it is man’s duty to be as concerned as God about what He demands of one’s HEART! How long has it been since you asked God to look at your “own” HEART? Perhaps you have never made such a request to God. Why not read this brief article and compare the points with your own HEART and conscience, and this with a view to being forgiven of your sins and maintaining a pure HEART before God?

How Will God Feel About You When You Ask Him For Help? Do you know someone who is in trouble and needs God’s help? In this brief study the scriptures are related to three important questions dealing with those times when we need, desire, and ask for God’s help: (1) When you want God’s help how fast do you want Him there? (2) When we need Him to deliver us how far do we want Him from us? You are far from God when your HEART is far from Him and you possess no fear of God! This study presents things one must acknowledge when they are in sin and possess a DIVIDED HEART. (3) How do you want God to feel about you when you ask Him to help you?

The Majority Know Another Jesus The church at Corinth gladly tolerated fools who taught another Jesus and different gospel, Paul said (cf. 2 Cor. 11:4, 19). It is possible for one to read the trifling literature of fools and possess a completely false view of Jesus. Read the Gospels for your self and see what He really did do and teach. Here’s a start with applications from the Gospels themselves that show the stark differences between what most think Jesus taught and what He really did teach! Verses are presented that deal with: ( 11) bad conduct COMES FROM THE HEART thus only flatterers and those who stand to gain for themselves blame alcohol, drugs and “addictions” for one’s bad conduct…

One Nation Under God This article begins with an example of patronage to our flag and pledge of allegiance, but respectfully submits that the mention of God brings with it an even greater lesson concerning "Allegiance." For Christians the words "under God" are illustrative of Christ's rule over all the nations of mankind (Ps. 2:7-12; Matt. 28:18-20; I Tim. 6:15; Rev. 2:27). Moreover the earth, the world, and all who dwell therein ~ all souls are His (Ps. 24:1; Ezk. 18:4; Haggai 2:8). Through simple deduction and reduction one soon comes to understand on a Personal Individual basis that they do indeed belong to God, for He created man (Gen. 1:27). Solomon summed up the whole purpose of one's life, "Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man" (Eccl. 12:12). Applying the principle of God's ownership on an individual personal level means that we respond to the fact that His ownership demands our personal loyalty and obedience to His commands. One example of the power of God in the Gospel and how being taught OPENS ONE'S HEART is found in the conversion of Lydia as recorded in Acts 16. Our response will determine our judgment for Paul said, "For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in the body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad" (2 Cor. 5:10). Sadly, herein is where Americans are failing today!

What To Tell Your Mate When They Are Guilty of Wrath Christians need to study and then be honest and make the right applications to one another, all family members, and especially with their own mates (Cf. I Th. 5:14). Read this article to understand how the stubborn and unrepentant HEART obeys unrighteousness.

Why We Rejoice With One Another God delights over His people to do them good (De. 28:63). The Psalmist said, “Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart” (Ps. 97:11). This light and joy is for the righteous and UPRIIGHT OF HEART! We are commanded to rejoice with those who rejoice, and to weep with those who weep, being of the same mind one toward another (Rom. 12:15-16). Our being sorrowful when one is arrogant and suffers is different from sharing joy and sorrow as Paul spoke of. If one of us suffers because we remain arrogant and obstinate then our tears will be the tears of Jeremiah if we love them (cf. Jer. 13:17). However, you will find such “rejoice with” applications in this article as (1) I Can Rejoice With One Who Is Faithful Whom I Know God Delights Over To Do Good; (2) I Can’t Rejoice With Another When I See The Vanity Of The World; (3) I Can Rejoice With One Who Rejoice In Truth; (4) I Can Rejoice With One Who Wants God’s Instruction, Counsel, And Eye Upon Them.

A Safe Deposit For My Treasures Do you really want to go to HEAVEN? This article contrasts the physical setbacks besetting those who suffered during the fires of 2003 with the eternal setbacks of not heeding Jesus instruction in Matt. 6:19-20. Why not refresh your mind by reading about HEAVEN as a safe deposit for your treasures? Morever you can read and understand that Heaven is a place where there will be no more death, sorrow, crying, pain, curse or night - just eternal day (Rev. 21:1-4, 21:25-22:5).

A Study On Mercy A fourfold distinction is presented concerning God’s great mercy: (1) The General Mercy of God to his creation and creatures; (2) We are saved by God’s Mercy; (3) There Is A Mercy for those who have been saved; (4) Mercy as practiced by the saved. Notice carefully that the general mercies God bestows upon the wicked are of a temporal nature only; they are confined strictly to their life here on earth. There will be no mercy extended to them beyond the grave! In spite of the clear scriptural warnings given in this article, the wicked will say “I do not believe that God will ever cast me into HELL.” They are wrong!

The Majority Know Another Jesus The church at Corinth gladly tolerated fools who taught another Jesus and different gospel, Paul said (cf. 2 Cor. 11:4, 19). It is possible for one to read the trifling literature of fools and possess a completely false view of Jesus. Read the Gospels for your self and see what He really did do and teach. Here’s a start with applications from the Gospels themselves that show the stark differences between what most think Jesus taught and what He really did teach! Verses are presented that deal with: (14) realizing that you are the one who is going to HELL IF YOU DON’T hear, believe, repent and obey the Gospel in baptism…

The Way of Integrity Psalms 119 This Psalm is often avoided because of its length. This study begins with eight points on integrity with God. Follow these application is made from each of the remaining sections. Understand that it is on the grounds of your integrity that you may plead to God for protective care against the wicked (Ps. 119:121-128). The cry for HELP should go with “I will observe your statutes.” Unlike the wicked our love for God’s word provides us with a basis upon which to plea for help. These are but a few of the good lesson presented through studying this Psalm. Why not read the article and while doing so read it along with your Bible?

Principles For Helping One Another This study presents the duty of Christians HELPING ONE ANOTHER. Perhaps you need to read up on some of the improper motives for helping another. You can find some listed here! Also, you can learn more, perhaps, concerning the improper attitudes that individuals manifest towards those who do fulfill their duty to help others.

A Study of the Antichrists (Here is a study that corrects false views that many today have of what the Bible teaches about the antichrists. This is an example of a first century HERESY that began within the church.)

Holy Spirit Baptism The core of this particular study is Peter's preaching to Cornelius and his household upon whom the HOLY SPIRIT fell, and how they were saved by the words Peter spoke. In addition it examines the conversion of the Samaritans by Philip, and how they received the HOLY SPIRIT through the laying on of the apostle's hands.

A Simple Biblical Pattern For Explaining “Why?” A respondent who questioned the matter of judging those who live together without marriage stated, “I think these days it can be a good thing to live together before getting married.... This obviously goes against your feelings, but they're just your feelings, not everyone's." Last of all she stated, "As far as your last sentence, it's not an idea that it's acceptable and normal, these days, IT IS acceptable and normal.... If you don't like it, then don't do it.... I wouldn't criticize you...why do you judge about people who choose to live together?"
This individual wants to know “Why” I would determine that people who choose to live together are wrong in doing so? I presumed this to be an honest question deserving of an answer. In part, one must understand that Christians believe that Jesus fulfilled His promise to guide the Apostles into “all truth,” and did so by sending the HOLY SPIRIT (John 14:26, 15:26, 16:13-15, Jude3; 2 Tim. 3:16-17). Thus the work of the HOLY SPIRIT included revealing to the apostles Christ’s will for mankind.

Newspaper Articles (This publication contains selected newspaper articles; one article concerning HOMOSEXUALITY is "Alternative Lifestyles.")

A Description of the Wicked This is a good article to present to the teenager at home or elsewhere. The article is written as a way of warning the young and others as well who are simple minded and do not see danger. The vicious conduct of the wicked is well illustrated in Judges 19 with regard to the Levite and his concubine who turned in to Gibeah to lodge for the night. Another important illustration is that of the HOMOSEXUALS of Sodom. Applications to “today” include the fact that in some cases the “victim” must understand that a tragedy could have been avoided had they themselves not contributed by being out late at night in a place that makes them vulnerable.

Hating Homosexuality This article from 1999 relates to the meeting between Jerry Falwell and the so called gay Christians. The press presented them as "gay Christians" meaning that they were practicing homosexuals and lesbians. The purpose of that meeting was to reduce violence and HATRED toward homosexuals. When the press presents practicing HOMOSEXUALS and lesbians as Christians who present themselves in good standing with God, then the contradictions from a religious point of view must be exposed! And that's what the article does. It shows clearly how "practicing" homosexuals and lesbians are not to be accepted and fellowshipped in Christ's church.

The Degraded State of the Anglican Church Read the verses in this article about bishops or elders in Christ's church and then consider the various council meetings, emergency meeting, etc., along with the human credentials and advanced technology used to present to the world their stress of trying to decide if HOMOSEXUALITY is sin that cannot be tolerated by their church. Please now, try not to laugh out loud. Why cannot they simply read the Bible?

The Majority Know Another Jesus The church at Corinth gladly tolerated fools who taught another Jesus and different gospel, Paul said (cf. 2 Cor. 11:4, 19). It is possible for one to read the trifling literature of fools and possess a completely false view of Jesus. Read the Gospels for your self and see what He really did do and teach. Here’s a start with applications from the Gospels themselves that show the stark differences between what most think Jesus taught and what He really did teach! Verses are presented that deal with: (17) HOMOSEXUALITY IS A SIN ALONG WITH OTHER SEXUAL SINS such as adultery, fornication, lesbianism, bestiality…

A Request: Pray For Me! This article deals with Christians who request prayer on their behalf. "Ideally, when brethren pray for one another they have confidence in each other's devotion and service to the Lord." Several points are made concerning the one making the request such as: "Are they predicating their request on their own good conscience and willingness to live HONESTLY and soberly?" (Heb. 13:18)

The Paths of Mercy The subject of God’s great mercy is connected with the things that He delights in. God delights in Loving-kindness, Justice and Righteousness, thus the necessity of our glorying in these things in order that we might receive His mercy! Moreover, God’s mercy is for those who fear Him (Ps. 103:17-18). We must remember that it is in the practice of mercy itself that we receive back from God (Ps. 18:25-27). Along with these there is a checklist of applications on God’s kindness that includes HONOR (dignity, esteem).

The Majority Know Another Jesus The church at Corinth gladly tolerated fools who taught another Jesus and different gospel, Paul said (cf. 2 Cor. 11:4, 19). It is possible for one to read the trifling literature of fools and possess a completely false view of Jesus. Read the Gospels for your self and see what He really did do and teach. Here’s a start with applications from the Gospels themselves that show the stark differences between what most think Jesus taught and what He really did teach! Verses are presented that deal with: (4) loving the praise of men more than God will NOT GET ONE HONOR FROM GOD…

Vindication Based Upon One’s Righteousness, Integrity This study is linked with a prior article and is a continuation of integrity as defined from Psalms 119, as well as other Psalms. For the first article see the introduction. In this study you will find such points as: (1) Pleading for protection against the wicked, (2) One’s HOPE for deliverance, (3) Asking God for vindication, (4) Who is fit for communion with God, (5) What preserves when in distress, (6) The “I Haves” of integrity, and (7) David’s integrity.

Individually Supported Societies on the Side Line This article shows how apostasy repeats itself. We now have some who are building HUMAN SOCIETIES AS MINISTRIES to be supported by individual contributions. This is institutionalism that is not the New Testament pattern God gave to His people! For other lesson this topic see Guardian Of Truth, Guardian Of Truth Foundation, Truth Magazine Lectureship, and Florida College.

The Majority Know Another Jesus The church at Corinth gladly tolerated fools who taught another Jesus and different gospel, Paul said (cf. 2 Cor. 11:4, 19). It is possible for one to read the trifling literature of fools and possess a completely false view of Jesus. Read the Gospels for your self and see what He really did do and teach. Here’s a start with applications from the Gospels themselves that show the stark differences between what most think Jesus taught and what He really did teach! Verses are presented that deal with: (15) the HUMAN TRADITION THAT YOU OBEY that causes you to despise God’s justice and the true love of God that rebukes and convicts the sinner…