The theory of “once saved, always saved” is popular with many. When a member of those bodies falls away, the usual remark is that “they weren’t really saved to begin with.” But what does the Bible say about this? Can a person be in a saved relationship with God and then become lost? Wouldn’t you [...]
Posted on May 27th, 2010 by doc
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At last count, there were over 600 “churches” in America. I mean, 600 different organizations which classify themselves as churches. That really surprised me. I knew it was bad, but had no idea it was that bad. And you know what? Virtually none of these “churches” agree with each other in every detail. This makes [...]
Posted on May 20th, 2010 by doc
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Give diligence to present thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, handling aright the word of truth. (American Standard) Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. (King James) Do your best to present yourself approved to [...]
Posted on May 13th, 2010 by doc
Filed under: Bible study, Diligence, Obedience, Study | 3 Comments »
It is a great thing to be able to write the articles for this blog, because I can write about whatinterests me or what catches my attention. So, here I go again. Early in the Bible, just at the very beginning, we read about marriage, and the union of male and female. That is a [...]
Posted on May 6th, 2010 by doc
Filed under: "In" not "of", Authority of Scripture, Christian life | 1 Comment »