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The Mystery

Posted on June 6, 2014 by Bryan Hodge

The word “mystery” appears, in some form, 27 times in the KJV New Testament.  Some might wonder, if the Bible is a “mystery” can anyone understand it?  I believe this misses how this word is commonly used in the New Testament.  … Continue reading →

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Qualifications of Deacons

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Bryan Hodge

The term “deacon” refers to “one who executes the commands of another… a servant, attendant, minister” (Thayer).  Elders, also called Bishops or overseers, oversee the local church; Deacons are their special helpers to whom they delegate certain tasks. Let us … Continue reading →

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Qualifications of Elders

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Bryan Hodge

They’re called by three different terms.  These terms are descriptive of the nature and work of those men.  (1) Elders/Presbyters (Acts 11:30; 14:23; 15:2; 15:4; 15:6; 15:22; 15:23; 16:4; 20:17; 21:18; 1 Tim. 4:14; 5:17; 5:19; Titus 1:5; James 5:14; … Continue reading →

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Role of Women (part 1)

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Bryan Hodge

What Women May Do?             Let us start by stating that we do not wish to leave the impression that a woman can’t do anything.  The fact is there are many things that a woman may and even should be … Continue reading →

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