This statement of Christian doctrine and discipline has been prepared in the fear of God with a deep burden for the proper application of the unchanging principles of the Word of God.
Championing a Faith That Works Anabaptist Voice is published quarterly and seeks to interpret Bible truth in a simple childlike way, and to apply Bible teaching to the lives of living saints in a practical manner.
The future for the Anabaptist community is linked to Scripture. Our forefathers read and studied the Bible and took it at face value. We, today, must do the same.
An in-depth look at James 5:13-16 to clarify the what, when, who, how and why of an ordinance cherished and practiced by the churches of Christ
Will the pastor or the leader who functions as a CEO neglect the essence of the Gospel—to preach Christ without compromise and show genuine love and concern, meeting spiritual needs? Can he do this when his main focus is on bolstering attendance?
Why would Anabaptists replace brotherhood with community? In heaven, earthly brotherhoods will be combined into one eternal community, with no distinction between individual brotherhoods. Our Heavenly Father will call His sons and daughters into the home He is preparing for all His children.
What sets a biblical church apart from the average?
Everyone wants to live a long time, but no one wants to be old. But even if the years stack up and a person reaches what might be called old age God has work for them in the church.
"Oh, for some good church life!" Restlessness because we want better church life has some good aspects to it. Vision and purpose in church life are good. So where do we find the perfect church?
Since gambling is not specifically named in the Bible, some would excuse it. However, it violates several Bible principles. Accepting gambling as legitimate and Christian takes down a trail that logically ends in accepting a worldly society's cultural practices and values.
The Holy Spirit has given different gifts to different Christians to be used in building God's Kingdom. Do you know what all the spiritual gifts include?
Evangelism was a very important part of the work of the early church. Christians went everywhere telling the good news. But as we read Acts and the epistles we can see that the work of evangelism gradually changed. This essay suggests making evangelism a church calling as well as a personal one.
How can we offer help to troubled youth in a way that they can benefit? Below are seven ways to hold out a helping hand instead of pointing an accusing finger.
May we be filled with the spirit and mind of Christ. He will give us the wisdom to know when to stand for Truth and not compromise, and when we merely hold a personal preference that should be laid down for the sake of our brethren.
The leadership of the church is very important. In the book of 1st Timothy Paul spends a considerable amount of time talking about the character traits men must display if they are to be bishops or deacons.