Category: 2020 – Sept

The Character And Responsibilities Of Governmental Leaders — Jon Mitchell, Editor (Editorial: September, 2020)

Many of the editorials published in the Carolina Messenger this year have focused on what the Bible teaches about government and its responsibilities.  Any discussion about the biblical role of government cannot be complete without examining what Scripture reveals about the type of character and priorities God desires leaders in government to have.  Americans have… Read More The Character And Responsibilities Of Governmental Leaders — Jon Mitchell, Editor (Editorial: September, 2020)

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Are Christians Under The Ten Commandments Today? — David R. Pharr

The Ten Words (Decalogue) were spoken by Jehovah in a mighty display of majesty, authority and power. They were subsequently preserved on stone tablets, “written by the finger of God” (Ex. 31:18). “Both the choice of stone as the material for the tables, and the fact that the writing was engraved, were intended to indicate… Read More Are Christians Under The Ten Commandments Today? — David R. Pharr

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The Value of the New Testament — Steve Miller

The New Testament contains 27 books which can be divided various ways. For example: 1.  Gospels: 4 books (Matthew-John). 2.  History: 1 book (Acts of Apostles). 3.  Letters:  21 books (Romans-Jude). 4.  Prophecy: 1 book (Revelation).  One overview that links faith, hope and love is: 1.  Faith: 5 books (Matthew-Acts of Apostles). 2.  Love: 21… Read More The Value of the New Testament — Steve Miller

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The Value of the Old Testament — Dustin Forthun

The Old Testament is a treasure trove of information for the diligent student. Paul beautifully declares that the Old Testament was written for our learning (Rom. 15:4).  It is also credited with bringing us to Christ (Gal. 3:25). Despite this high praise, some still claim that members of churches of Christ don’t believe in the… Read More The Value of the Old Testament — Dustin Forthun

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