If a person were to study the subject of wine from most any English translation of the Bible, that person might come away with an idea that the Bible condones a moderate use of alcohol. The Bible clearly condemns drunkenness (Lk. 21:34; Rom. 13:13; Gal. 5:21; 1 Pet. 4:3). Yet, certain passages sound like they approve of the consumption of intoxicating beverages (Deut. 14:26; Prov. 31:6; Hos. 4:11; Lk. 5:37-39; 7:33-35; Jn. 2:1-11; 1 Cor. ...
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Why is it necessary to study the bible? Why is it so hard to study the Bible? It may seem like a silly question to some of us, but if you think about it, it must be difficult because so few, even within the church attempt it. Steve has preached numerous lessons on the need for personal study. In 2 Timothy 2 Paul said, “Remind them of these things, charging them before the Lord not ...
Read MoreThere are more Bibles in print than any other book. Yet, most people do not know what it says or how it applies to their lives. We want to challenge everyone to learn what the Bible says. There is nothing to lose by studying the Bible and everything to gain. Our own soul's salvation is dependent upon our proper understanding and our obedience to God's instructions. The Bible is God's inspired instructions to mankind. II ...
Read MoreBrethren, if you are planning on buying a new NIV Bible, there is something you need to be aware of. Their first translation came out in 1973, and was followed by a revision in 1997. The '97 version was a "gender inclusive" rendering, and died quickly. A gender inclusive version involves the elimination of masculine pronouns when they were intended to include both sexes. The NIV publisher, Zondervan, has now brought out a newer attempt ...
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