Tag Archives: edification

What Would That Look Like?

I once had a conversation with a member about her commitment to Christ and her involvement in the local church.  I was asked: What would proper involvement look like? This is an excellent question to ask.  Let’s try to answer … Continue reading

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I Am A Good Person

“You don’t have to be a member of a church to be good.  You don’t have to be a regular attender of the church assembly to be good.  There are good people and bad people everywhere.”  This is the way … Continue reading

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Drink Ye All of It and Other Reflections

It has been over three years since Covid-19 was first reported in the U.S.A.  January 20, 2020 was the date of the first lab-confirmed case in the United States, according to the CDC (CDC Museum Covid-19 Timeline, cdc.gov). Here are … Continue reading

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Some Questions For Us

Many members say that they desire the growth of the local church.  Many say that they desire many visitors at the annual Gospel Meeting. However, are we doing what it takes for these things to happen?  Desire without action will … Continue reading

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Thoughts on Church Growth

In my personal reading, I’ve found a few thoughts I wish to share with you: 1.  The church needs to be among society. Alexander Campbell: “That the church may have an influence upon society at large, there is wanting a … Continue reading

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The Written Word

Let me give you some advice concerning edification and evangelism: Don’t forget to write.  In fact, try to write something daily. Now, why do I say this?  (1) The written word can speak long after you cease to be on … Continue reading

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“I Worship God At Home”

Several years ago,  I was studying with an individual.  I had convinced this person of many things.  Yet, I never could get this person through the doors of the church building and into the assembly.  As I encouraged him to … Continue reading

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The Work of the Church

If a church loses its focus, then nearly anything can be imagined as the work of the church. Some churches are extremely busy.  They have this activity and that activity.  They have numerous programs and works that they do.  Their … Continue reading

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