Category Archives: Church

Questions about the Treasure of the Church

Question Brother Sharp, Since you deal with issues of this nature regularly, I was wondering if you might be able to help me out answering a few questions I have had in the back of my mind for a time. … Continue reading

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Married To Christ

Author : Keith Sharp The theme of Romans is the gospel, God’s power to save all who believe (Romans 1:16-17). This is equivalent to saying we are justified by faith apart from the law (Romans 3:20-31). The law that is … Continue reading

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Reasons For Not Observing The Sabbath

Author : David Tant (1) The Sabbath was given only to Israel. During the Patriarchal Age, there is no command or example of people observing the Sabbath as a religious requirement, and no penalty is mentioned for not observing the Sabbath. … Continue reading

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Old Testament Israel and the Benevolent Work of the Church

Author : Keith Sharp Brethren argue that Old Testament Israel was allowed to render benevolent aid to Gentiles and that, if the church cannot give benevolent aid to sinners, it has a lower standard than Old Testament Israel. Old Testament … Continue reading

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Answering The Sabbath Observance

Author : David Tant Those who claim that the Sabbath (Saturday) is the day God has ordained from the beginning certainly believe that their claims are based on Scripture, and vigorously defend their belief and practice. But a careful examination … Continue reading

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An Exchange on the Sabbath

Message to Me You can not change my mind on God’s Law, and also the new covenant God writes His Law in our hearts and minds, and I will do my best to live up to what He has done, … Continue reading

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Questions about Proper Church Activities

Question Dear Writer/Editor, In reference to “Sponsored Recreation” does this include Christian Bible Camps, Single/Marriage Retreats, Vacation Bible Schools, Bible Bowls, etc.? Answer Keith Sharp Thanks for the excellent question. The answer depends on what is done at these events. … Continue reading

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The Individual Christian and the Local Church

Author : Keith Sharp A few years ago I was discussing the work of the church with a lady who is a Christian. When I noted that individual Christians have benevolent responsibilities the church does not have, she objected by … Continue reading

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Individual-Group Distinctions

Author : Bryan Sharp 1 Timothy 5:16 tells us, “If any believing woman has relatives who are widows, let her care for them. Let the church not be burdened, so that it may care for those who are truly widows.” … Continue reading

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Question about Church Groups Meeting for Social Activities

Question Keith, What do you think of Elders dividing members of a congregation into small groups of 10-20 (deacons being the group leaders) for the primary purpose of socialization in the individual homes? Group meetings are held once or twice … Continue reading

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