As we approach the Fourth of July holiday, let us take a moment to stop and consider some Good Things that we as Americans can experience.... Unlike the case in many countries, people of faith of all creeds or denominations can go to the place of worship of their choice (or stay home) at will. … Continue reading Independence Day Reflections: What’s RIGHT With America? (by David Pope)
A Guided Tour Of The Last Days (by David Pope)
A question that has fascinated Christians through the years is one askedby the Prophet Daniel at Dan 12.8, "...what shall be the end of thesethings?" So, this time, we'll take a look at the end times. There areseveral questions that need to be asked in order to understandeschatology, or the end times. The first is, … Continue reading A Guided Tour Of The Last Days (by David Pope)
Order in the Courts
Biblical Thoughts on Church Government (by David Pope)
Christians who attend independent churches are often faced with questions regarding the congregational life of our specific church. In areas like East Tennessee, where a vast majority of the local churches are Baptist of some form or other, the idea of not having the entire congregation vote on most major issues is viewed with some … Continue reading Order in the Courts
Biblical Thoughts on Church Government (by David Pope)
King James Only?
Co-written with David Pope From the very beginning, the doctrine of Biblical Inerrancy has been at the forefront of our teaching ministry. As vital as this doctrine is, it sometimes becomes necessary to clarify what it does (and does not) truly mean. For some well-meaning Christians, innerancy is defined as a being a particular translation, … Continue reading King James Only?
A Great Quote From Smith Wigglesworth
“The Bible is the Word of God: supernatural in origin, eternal in duration, inexpressible in valor, infinite in scope, regenerative in power, infallible in authority, universal in interest, personal in application, inspired in totality. Read it through, write it down, pray it in, work it out, and then pass it on. Truly it is the … Continue reading A Great Quote From Smith Wigglesworth
The Word of Faith: A Biblical Overview
It is known by many names: Word of Faith, positive confession, speaking the Word and the derisive term "Name it and claim it." Although the idea is controversial in some circles, the Bible draws an undeniable connection between our faith and the words we speak. The purpose of this message is to examine exactly how … Continue reading The Word of Faith: A Biblical Overview
Divine Healing: A Biblical Overview
Genesis 1: 28 God creates man, His highest creation, and tells him to take rule over the earth. For a home, God gives man an idyllic garden called Eden (Genesis 2:10). The name "Eden" means "delight, pleasure, a place where all five senses are satisfied". In the original state which God intended for man, there … Continue reading Divine Healing: A Biblical Overview
Prosperity 2: Checks and Balances
The message of Biblical prosperity is a precious blessing which more and more Christians are learning to walk in. This doctrine is discussed at length in our previous study, Prosperity: A Biblical Overview. However, there is another side to the issue, one which we must not neglect if we are going to rightly divide the … Continue reading Prosperity 2: Checks and Balances
Prosperity: A Biblical Overview
Genesis 1: 28 God creates man, His highest creation, and tells him to take rule over the earth. For a home, God gives man an idyllic garden called Eden (Genesis 2:10). The name "Eden" means "delight, pleasure, a place where all five senses are satisfied". In the original state which God intended for man, there … Continue reading Prosperity: A Biblical Overview
Controversial Topics: The Worship Wars (Video)
What type of worship is most honoring to God? Does God have a favorite type of music? How do we keep the peace among sincere believers who might see it differently? https://youtu.be/XToRBy_VUII #Jesus #jameshboyd #keepitreal #yourfriendjames #newupload