The temperatures in North Texas are finally getting up to where they normally are in what has been a very strange year of weather so far. That means it’s hot outside, a fact that hasn’t escaped anyone. If I spend …
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Author: Ross Haffner
Here Am I, But Don’t Send Me
Ross Haffner
Posted in Bible, Christian Living, Evangelism, Faith, General, God, Service, Worship
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Isaiah gives us some interesting insight into the events of his calling to be a prophet of God in the sixth chapter of his book. He is given the special privilege of seeing the throne room of God. His first …
Prepare to Meet Thy God
Amos deals with the great sin of the people of Israel and is expressing God’s frustration in the fourth chapter. Despite all manner of punishments God had already levied upon them, there was no repentance found. Therefore Amos utters, “Prepare …
God: Why Do We Need Him?
When we first come into the world, we are in our most dependent state. We need parents or other providers to feed, clean, and look after us. As we get older, we become more independent and begin to rely on …
Every Christian Should Be…
It would be be very difficult to develop a list or manual describing what every Christian ought to be. Any publication containing less than the whole of the Bible would be inadequate and any containing more would be unauthorized (Revelation …
The Problem of Mark 16:17-18
Ross Haffner
Posted in Baptism, Bible, Doctrine, Faith, False Doctrines, General, God, Hermeneutics, Salvation
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“And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned” (Mark 16:15-16). The above scripture is …
God Gives Purpose
Ross Haffner
Posted in Bible, Christian Evidences, Doctrine, Faith, False Doctrines, General, God
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The debate over the existence of God was disappointing. Which one? All of them. While I am grateful that men are willing to stand up for the fact of Genesis 1:1, that “[i]n the beginning, God created the heaven and the …
The Importance of the Qualifications of Elders
The appointment of elders in a local congregation is a matter of incredible importance. Consider that God gave very specific qualifications in scripture so that we could know exactly who should be leading the congregation (1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-11). …
The 12 Dangers of Christmas
Ross Haffner
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Christmas is a wonderful holiday that can be observed by Christians in a godly way that uplifts the good it offers. Time spent with family, charity, recreation, and joy are all biblical ideals that should be part of our lives. …
Nearer, My God, to Thee
Bible believers recognize that a closeness with God is necessary. A nearness to God will keep us from sin (James 4:8). His presence brings comfort in the darkest of times (Psalm 139:1-5). All say that a close relationship with God …