The Importance of the Rational Mind By TBC Staff "...[The devil] was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him..." (John:8:44). Many Christians are hearing that they must shut down their rational mind in order to be "more spiritual." But,…
Increase Our Faith By Grant Phillips "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." (Hebrews 11:1 NIV) Faith is defined in the eleventh chapter of Hebrews, first verse, and illustrations are given (explained) in the remaining verses of this chapter. Faith…
The Pressing Pressure By Dr. Ray Rooney, Jr. What were Jesus’ last words to His disciples? Don’t rush ahead to the Great Commission or even the words He spoke moments before His ascension. I’m talking about His final words immediately prior to His arrest, trials, passion, and crucifixion. According to…
You're Going to Have to Talk to Your Kids About Homosexuality Before You Think They're Ready By Matt Moore I remember when I was 7 years old, in 1997, when Ellen DeGeneres publicly "came out" on television. At that time in my childhood, I had only understood the term "gay"…
Sanctified Groaning By Jonathan C. Brentner I know my title seems a bit unusual, but I can explain. But first let me give you an update on my health. I am doing a lot better than what I reported in my previous newsletter. The lightheadedness is gone and the numbness…
The Wise Walk By Jeff Chamblee As we get older it’s amazing how much more we become like children. Take the simple task of walking, for example. My mother is 85 and it’s the norm for me to help steady her steps when she comes for a visit. She has…
Allowing God's Word to Transcend the Ordinary By Mike Henderson Is today's 21st century church slacking when it comes to Matthew 28:19 and Jesus' command to "make disciples?" In having conversations with many different people from many different church assemblies over the past year I have gathered that the majority…
Troubles And Trials By Grant Phillips People have always had troubles and trials, and they always will until Jesus cleans up the mess sin has made of this world. No person can have true peace until they allow Jesus to take over their life. "Peace I leave with you, my…
Biblical Images of Manhood By Joseph Parker In the Word of God, from Genesis to Revelation, there are many truths, insights, and stories that help to paint a clear picture – a portrait of sorts of what a man is. They specifically paint a picture of what a godly man…
10 Things Christianity Does Mean By Dr. Ray Rooney, Jr. In 10 Things Christianity Doesn’t Mean, I looked at things that are often mistakenly associated with biblical Christianity. I hope you will go back and read that if you haven’t done so already. In this offering, I endeavor to take…