Reactions to the Truth
Most people do not like it when someone lies to them. We appreciate it when someone is willing to tell us the truth even though it costs that person dearly . . . or do we? The fact is that there are many different reactions to the truth, and not all are positive.
Downplay the Importance of Truth
Some people respond to hearing the truth by espousing the notion that truth is not v...
The Power of the Word of God
While in Ardmore, Oklahoma, a sister in Christ related an interesting episode about the late brother J.W. Chism. Many years before, Henry Stetson (related to the Texas hat maker of that name), came into Oklahoma preaching for the Baptists, enjoying great crowds wherever he preached. Some brethren in Ardmore approached Mr. Stetson about having a public discussion. They proposed that he meet with brother J.W. Chism. Mr. Stetson agreed to discuss the Bible plan of salvation ...
Churches Displeased with God
To be displeased with God is evil and sinful, and yet this number grows larger every year. The Old Testament character, Naaman, has often been referenced to represent people who trust more in their own thoughts than in God’s thoughts. Naaman was a great and honorable man, but he had the dreaded disease of leprosy (2 Kings 5:1). Elisha, prophet of God, sent word to Naaman with instructions for the cure of his leprosy (verse 10). The remedy was clear and easy to understand. The...