Monthly Archives: October 2011

Which Bible version should I use?

Posted on October 26, 2011 by

I regularly receive questions about Bible translations. ‘Why do we have so many versions of the Bible?’ ‘Why are they so different sometimes?’ ‘Which one should I use?’ Along with a vibrant prayer life, reading and studying the Scriptures are … Continue reading →

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New Testament principles of giving

Posted on October 20, 2011 by

Our last Taking Root study explored the issue of tithing. We saw that tithing as a mandatory requirement is tied specifically to the Old Covenant Law. Since we aren’t under the Law of Moses, tithing as an obligatory standard doesn’t … Continue reading →

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Review: “They Smell Like Sheep: Spiritual Leadership for the 21st Century” by Lynn Anderson

Posted on October 10, 2011 by

This book is an easy read, but there are profound insights to be found here. I don’t think the author intended to give us an exhaustive analysis of biblical church government. [For this, Strauch's Biblical Eldership is the standard.] In … Continue reading →

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And now for something completely different . . .

Posted on October 8, 2011 by
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Are Christians supposed to tithe?

Posted on October 7, 2011 by

I can still remember the hair standing up on the back of my neck. I was sitting next to my father, listening to the pastor during a Sunday evening service. He had just finished reading Malachi 3:8-10 from the King … Continue reading →

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