What should our view be regarding the eldership in the churches?
We need to exercise particular care to have a balanced understanding of the Bible’s teaching on authority. On the one hand, the Lord Jesus has all authority in heaven and …
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How do we deal with the flaming darts of the evil one?
The flaming darts are the attacks from Satan that are not only accusation and condemnation in our conscience, but also intimidation toward our mind and innumerable darts coming into our …
How can we discern dissenting speakings?
When we encounter brothers or sisters who are absolutely certain of their rightness, we should realize that such persons may simply be obsessed with their own opinions and want to …
What should our response be in the midst of turmoil?
The book of Philippians shows us the great need that believers have in times of turmoil. The church in Philippi was a very good church that participated with the apostle …
Should we speak the words of warning that are given in the New Testament?
Many Christian teachers avoid the warnings that occur throughout the New Testament, and many believers have ears only for words of comfort and affirmation. Those who seek such affirmation find …
Why does it sometimes seem like there are generational rifts in the church?
If the younger ones do not receive from the older ones, the experiences gained and lessons learned will need to be repeated, and the advance of God’s move in His …
Why do some leading ones advise the saints not to read writings that attack the local churches and the ministry of Watchman Nee and Witness Lee?
Those who bear responsibility in the ministry, the work, and the churches in the Lord’s recovery have a biblically mandated responsibility to protect the flock. In performing that duty they …
What is the proper ground for the building up of the Church?
Matthew 18:20 contains a wonderful promise: “For where two or three are gathered into My name, there am I in their midst.” However, some have misused this verse to discount …
Is it possible that in our worship of God, we are doing what is right in our own eyes (Deut 12:8)?
The children of Israel were free to enjoy the fruit of the harvest and of their livestock at any place and at any time during the year. However, the top …
What does it mean in Deut 30:19 when Moses says, “therefore choose life?”
As we seek to follow our Lord to fully possess Christ as our good land to build God’s habitation and establish His kingdom, these words have great significance to us …