Acts 2:38
What is the first command Peter gives to the “new” church? In nearly, if not, all translations it is a command to Repent and be Baptized, why? To receive forgiveness of sins and the gift of the Holy Spirt. If … Continue reading →
Christian Restoration Websites
I am searching for sites that reflect the Christian Restoration view point, sometimes called the Stone-Campbell movement. It is largely based off of Alexander Campbell and Barton W Stone. The first one I would recommend would be the Christian Restoration … Continue reading →
Is Baptism “Because Of” or “For” the Forgiveness of Sins?
Is Baptism “Because Of” or “For” the Forgiveness of Sins?by Wes | Oct 11, 2017 | Theology In Acts 2:38 Peter told a crowd of people, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ … Continue reading →
Happy Birthday, Church! (PENTECOST)
Happy Birthday, Church!(PENTECOST)Larry W. Bailey, Ph.D What is your favorite Christian holiday? Some would say “Christmas,” to celebrate the birth of Jesus. Others would mention Good Friday, to remember that Jesus died so that we might live. Many would choose … Continue reading →
2022 Church Survey
The Christian Standard has released the 2022 Church Survey, published 2023. Being the geographically oriented person I am I have taken this and mapped the data provided in the Charts. Church Location is done using the Name, City, and State … Continue reading →
Baptism in the Life of the Christian
Baptism in the Life of the Christian Romans 6:1-7; Titus 3:4-7; Acts 8:12-24, 26-40 Believer’s Baptism Proper Candidate. Who is a proper candidate for baptism? The Bible plainly teaches believer’s baptism, i. e., that a person who does not believe … Continue reading →
What are the purposes of baptism?
What are the purposes of baptism? The Church In The Bible; Don DeWelt; 1958Page 254-255
Continue reading →“All In”?
This is a phrase that drives me crazy when Christians use it, they are going “all in” by getting baptized? The phrase “all in” implies you are part way there before. Churches (Christians) use this as a typical way to … Continue reading →
May the Road Rise Up to Meet You
May the road rise up to meet you.May the wind be always at your back.May the sun shine warm upon your face,the rains fall soft upon your fields,and until we meet again,may God hold you in the palm of his … Continue reading →
The Way of Salvation
The Way of Salvation By RALPH HEMMINGER FOR a Christian, the “name of the game” is commitment. You could ask any preacher or elder and they will tell you that it’s relatively easy to get:• Women to work in a … Continue reading →