Tag Archives: truth

The Point of Apologetics

Posted on January 5, 2019 by parklinscomb

Apologetics in Christianity isn’t about saying, “I’m sorry.” It is a whole field of study that seeks to answer the questions men may ask about faith and answer the accusations that men may make about what we believe. It seeks … Continue reading →

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Current Questions — The Role of Women

Posted on September 6, 2018 by parklinscomb

Over the last couple of weeks I’ve dedicated this blog space to a few of the doctrinal questions of our day. The questions have arisen not from some new evidence that someone has discovered calling into question long-settled Biblical doctrines, … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible commentary, Christian Leadership, New Testament, Uncategorized | Tagged Bible, Christian leadership, church, discipleship, faith, faithfulness, false teaching, gender, grace, hope, leadership, love, men, obedience, pride, religion, roles, theology, truth, wisdom, women | 1 Comment

Family Commuication, Part 3; Speaking the Truth in Love

Posted on April 22, 2018 by parklinscomb

We’ve been thinking about healthy communication skills in this bulletin space for the last couple of weeks. We’ve talked about the importance of listening and letting the other person finish talking, and the clear wisdom of thinking before you speak. … Continue reading →

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Family Communications, Think Before You Speak

Posted on April 21, 2018 by parklinscomb

Good communication is the foundation of human relationships. When we fall short in communicating with each other misunderstandings happen, emotions (usually the negative ones) are stirred, and ties get strained or broken. In yesterday’s blog posting I urged the principle … Continue reading →

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This Little Light of Mine

Posted on December 2, 2017 by parklinscomb

It’s a simple song, but it has a profound message—straight from Scripture—”This Light of Mine”. It comes from a the Sermon on the Mount, where Jesus tells us that His disciples are the light of the world (Matt. 5:14). Let’s … Continue reading →

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Are You An Alien?

Posted on March 11, 2017 by parklinscomb

Did you know that the Bible teaches about aliens? No, we’re talking about men from Mars, nor about immigrating from another country, nor about Lady Gaga. Instead I’m talking about what Peter said, “Beloved, I urge you as aliens and … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible commentary, Christian Leadership, Christianity, New Testament | Tagged Christ, church, courage, culture, discipleship, faith, false teaching, fear, Jesus, obedience, religion, repentance, truth | 1 Comment

Embrace the Blessings

Posted on March 2, 2017 by parklinscomb

Would you agree with this statement: “For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments…” Most Bible students would quickly agree, I suspect. But what if we quoted the rest of the verse: “…and His commandments are … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible commentary, Christianity | Tagged blessings, commandments, curses, faithfulness, fulfillment, humility, marriage, meaning of life, obedience, promises, purpose, sexuality, truth, wisdom, words | 1 Comment

Don’t Forget to Tell the Kids

Posted on December 19, 2016 by parklinscomb

Has it ever occurred to you that maybe Santa Claus gets more notice and prominence than Jesus at Christmas time? That the gifts under the Christmas tree get more attention than God’s gift of His Son, which is what the … Continue reading →

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The Organization of the Lord’s Church

Posted on November 22, 2016 by parklinscomb

It shouldn’t surprise the Bible student that the Lord has given a pattern for the church. In the construction of both the Tabernacle in the wilderness (Exodus 25-31) and the Temple in Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 28:11,12,19) patterns were given by … Continue reading →

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Jeroboam Consulted

Posted on November 11, 2016 by parklinscomb

Jeroboam was a rising star in Solomon’s kingdom. He was an Ephraimite who had been a valiant warrior in Solomon’s army, and his hard work had won him a position as overseer over the forced labor in Ephraim. Moreover, God … Continue reading →

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