Notes and Articles
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Available Articles:
- Some Advice for Preachers
- Practical advice for preachers about proper sermon preparation, emphasizing the importance of studying Scripture thoroughly rather than relying on borrowed outlines.
- "Why the Trouble About Baptism?"
- Explores why baptism causes controversy and resistance, arguing that it represents a defining moment in religious commitment where one must choose between full obedience to God's Word or partial compliance.
- "The Whole Duty of Man"
- An in-depth study of Ecclesiastes 12:13 that challenges common misunderstandings, arguing that the book leads to the conclusion that serving God is humanity's ultimate purpose.
- A Friendly Letter On Benevolence
- Irven Lee's 1958 letter examining church-supported institutions and benevolent societies, drawing historical parallels with the missionary society controversy.
- Expository Preaching
- Bob Waldron's guide to effective expository preaching, providing practical advice on how to properly study and present biblical passages.
- Was Jesus Actually 'Forsaken' By God?
- Challenges the common interpretation that God literally forsook Jesus on the cross, arguing instead that Jesus was quoting Psalm 22 as a prayer for deliverance.
- Human Suffering
- A theological examination of why suffering exists in a world created by a loving God, exploring the relationship between natural laws, human choice, and divine providence.
- What is Institutionalism?
- An explanation of institutionalism within Churches of Christ - the practice of churches sending money to human institutions to carry out their work.
- Some Rules for Young Preachers
- Nine practical rules for effective preaching including advice on sermon focus, time management, speaking style, and audience engagement.
- Why I Left the Denominational Church of Christ
- Wayne Goforth's personal account of his journey from supporting institutional practices to rejecting them, describing his experiences and ultimate convictions about scriptural authority.
- 2 Corinthians 5:21: Was Jesus Christ Literally Made Sin?
- A detailed theological analysis examining whether Jesus Christ literally became sin or merely bore the punishment for sin, critiquing various interpretations of this controversial passage.
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