by Pam Durso | Sep 16, 2003 | Opinion
In the 17th century, a small group of Baptists began to form churches in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. They were known as Six Principle Baptists. What set them apart from other Baptists, besides their dedication to Arminian theology, was their...
by Steve Sumerel | Sep 15, 2003 | Opinion
On Wednesday, the National Academy of Sciences, responding to a request of Congress, delivered a report on the impact of underage drinking. Included in the report is a strategy to address this national crisis. The report is a welcome contribution to the public’s...
by Jan Turrentine | Sep 12, 2003 | Opinion
If people in the news offer any reliable indication, our world is full of those who both understand and do the will of God: –A bigamist tells a 14-year-old girl if she fails to submit to God’s will and marry him, she will lose her salvation....
by Jan Turrentine | Sep 12, 2003 | Opinion
Nurturing an appropriate sense of value in people is part of the work of both families and churches. Every day brings new examples of the turmoil and torment that result when people lack self-respect and consequently the ability to respect others. Healthy self-esteem...
by Jeffrey D. Vickery | Sep 11, 2003 | Opinion
In 1 Cor. 14 Paul addressed confusion in worship that arose when Christians spoke out of turn. Another kind of confusion happens in our present day worship services when someone stands before the congregation and says, “Let us pray.” It is a silent...
by Mike Smith | Sep 11, 2003 | Opinion
If you are looking for a brief, comprehensible introduction to the heart of Christian spirituality, Surrender to Love deserves serious consideration. David G. Benner is director of the Institute for Psychospiritual Health in Atlanta. Drawing on decades of experience...
