When flawed and fragile man approaches a righteous and mighty God, he must be very careful to offer the kind of worship that God desires. This is especially critical when one understands what the Word of God teaches concerning the types of worship that exist. For example, Jesus clearly taught that man can offer worship… Read More Instrumental Music: A Matter of Authority — Rick Lawson
An illustration from one of the old-time preachers was, “You don’t have to take down the whole fence to let the cows out!” The point is that breaking down the fence in one place would allow the cattle to escape, even though it might be assumed that the rest of the fence was still standing. … Read More Don’t Take Down The Fence – David R. Pharr
It is surprising that a Baptist preacher would write a book to expose the error of instrumental music in worship. John Price, who is a Baptist preacher, has provided an excellent work, Old Light on New Worship (Simpson Pub. Co. 2007). The book includes detailed reviews of Scripture and history regarding use of instruments in… Read More Editor’s Page, September/October 2013 – David R. Pharr, Editor
The Proverbs writer once challenged young men to, “Buy the truth and sell it not; also wisdom, and instruction, and understanding” (Prov. 23:23). One might wonder why Solomon needed to challenge any young Israelite to appreciate the truth. Is it possible that Israel suffered from the very issues that plague Christians today? Namely, there will… Read More The Challenge To Teach The Truth – Dave Wood
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