Does the use of a modern church building constitute a digression of the divine pattern? Though some so claim, the New Testament does not support this notion.

Is new always better than old? Not always. Some modern trends have had a negative impact on the church.

A study of church discipline, especially the ultimate act of withdrawal of fellowship

I grew up among kindly people of the Baptist affiliation. My father’s family was of this persuasion. A more gracious, benevolent group of folks could scarcely have been found. It was heartbreaking, therefore, to eventually discover that the church of my ancestry was unknown to the New Testament.

Why do people say they have decided to quit the church?

Is the gospel still sufficient for church growth? Are modern gimmicks necessary to attract bigger crowds?

Moving into a new community? Having a life-altering crisis? Children growing up in a wicked society? Thinking about a church? Many people are; unfortunately, however, too many are looking for the wrong things.

Church leaders bear a most serious responsibility before God. Unfortunately, some professing Christians take advantage of good leaders and “church hop” from place to place to avoid faithful oversight.

Why is it that some people say they just cannot seem to find a “friendly” church?

Many churches are leaving the pattern of faith and practice found in the New Testament and adopting a modern, community model.

In his letter to the church in Laodicea recorded in the book of Revelation, the Lord expresses his disgust with their current condition. What could have elicited such a response?

Jesus declared that “worship” must be consistent with revealed “truth” (John 4:24), namely God’s word (John 17:17). This includes the musical engagement of the church.

Study how the apostle John dealt with Diotrephes — who displayed an attitude that is still a problem in the church today.

The writings of the so-called “Church Fathers” are valuable sources of information for that period known as the “post-apostolic” age. Unfortunately, the literature frequently is also abused.

Carefully study Isaiah 2:2-4 and absorb the rich truths of this prophecy.

Is it necessary to be a member of a local church?

Church historians agree that many changes in faith and practice occurred over the last two thousand years, with many negative consequences. Is this religious mindset still affecting the followers of Christ today?

How do atheists determine what is moral or immoral? While they frequently claim there is a “standard,” closer examination reveals that the name of the game is “make up your own rules.”

May one criticize the activities of a church of which he is not a member, without being guilty of judging?