Christian Living
Issues pertaining to developing character, godly living, sanctification of believers.
The Christian And The Film Arts
The Christian And The Film Arts
by Herman Hanko
Introduction
The problem of the film arts, as we treat it in this pamphlet, is somewhat more broad than the title itself would suggest. Usually the subject is limited to various dramatic presentations captured on film and shown in the theaters around the country. However, in our treatment of this subject we wish also to include the dramatic presentations which are given “live” on stages, whether that be on Broadway or… Continue reading
Subtle ways of taking the Lord’s name in vain
Subtle ways of taking the Lord’s name in vain
In this study, we will look at an issue that relates to hypocrisy, little foxes (sins) that spoil the vine, being faithful in the little things, and taming the tongue.
1Timothy 3:8 – Likewise must the deacons be grave, not doubletongued, not given to much wine, not greedy of filthy lucre
1351 dilogos {dil’-og-os} from 1364 and 3056;; v,
AV – doubletongued 1; 1
1) saying the same… Continue reading
Sponge Bob Christians
Sponge Bob Christians
Have we as true believers in Christ become as weak, useless and comical in the eyes of the world as the Sponge Bob cartoon character? Do we take a stand for righteousness and proclaim God’s word or do we buy the world’s lie that to speak up for what is right and speak out against what is wrong is to be “judgmental”? Does not God command his people to take a stand for His holiness? Should we live… Continue reading
Seven Spirits – Replacing Bad Habits With Good
Seven Spirits –
Replacing Bad Habits With Good
“When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest; and finding none, he saith, I will return unto my house whence I came out. And when he cometh, he findeth it swept and garnished. Then goeth he, and taketh to him seven other spirits more wicked than himself; and they enter in, and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse… Continue reading
Minced Oaths
Minced Oaths
“Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain.”[Exodus 20:7]
A visiting minister was asked to lead in a prayer in Sunday school, and when he had finished, a teacher heard one of her girls whisper, “Gosh, what a prayer!” Such an exclamation, seems incongruous in expressing one’s appreciation of a prayer, but a little thought will lead anyone… Continue reading
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