The Church’s Work: What, Who, How?

By Paul Smithson With the variety of activities that churches are involving themselves, it is easy to see there are differing ideas as to what the work and mission of the Lord’s church is. Those who are concerned about doing God’s work according to God’s way will...
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“He Didn’t Say Not To”

By Paul Smithson A commonly asked religious question whenever God has not spoken to authorized or forbid a particular thing is; “Why can’t we if God didn’t say not to.”  For example someone may say, “I know in the New Testament God says sing in worship,...
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Come or Go?

By Paul Smithson Just before He ascended Jesus commanded, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation” (Mk. 16:15). “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations…” (Mt. 28:19). Why is it, however, that in many places the gospel is not being spread and...
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Respect For God’s Authority

By Paul Smithson The standard of what is acceptable in religion for many is whether it satisfies the individual.  Many “shop” for a religion that meets their personal preferences, treating the Scriptures as a salad bar– picking things they like and passing over...
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BIBLE READING SCHEDULES

“All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.” 2Tim.3:16-17 Here are some reading schedules to help you organi...
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