There is an obvious contrast between the ecclesiasticisms of modern religious groups and the simplicity of church government in Christ’s original plan. Solomon wrote: “Lo, this only have I found, that God hath made man upright; but they have sought out many inventions” (Eccl. 7:29). Though this observation can have broader application, it certainly fits… Read More Scriptural Points on Church Government — David R. Pharr
For the last three years, I have had the privilege of serving as a deacon at the church of Christ in Boiling Springs, SC. I have the honor of working with the youth at our congregation. Meeting the qualifications as stated in 1 Timothy 3 has helped me in many aspects of my life. As… Read More “Those Who Have Served Well As Deacons” – Curtis Kimbrell
Church growth. Growing the church. Causing both spiritual growth in the brethren through edification and numerical growth of the congregation via evangelism. I’ve yet to meet any Christian, especially any preacher, elder, or deacon, who honestly denied wanting their congregation to grow in these ways. To my knowledge, there is only one passage in the… Read More Church Leadership Causes Growth – Jon Mitchell (Editor’s Page, November/December 2013 Issue)
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