Services
Bible Class
Sunday - 10:00 AM
Morning Worship
Sunday - 11:00 AM
Evening Worship
Sunday - 6:30 PM
Bible Class
Wednesday - 7:00 PM
Bible Class
Sunday - 10:00 AM
Morning Worship
Sunday - 11:00 AM
Evening Worship
Sunday - 6:30 PM
Bible Class
Wednesday - 7:00 PM
Malcolm Green
Jerry Lunsford
Burl Sink
Richard Bateman
Dan C. Bailey
Contact
1713 W State St
Bristol , VA 24201-3639
276-669-1094 - Phone
276-669-1094 - Fax
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1713 W State St
Bristol , VA 24201-3639
276-669-1094 - Phone
276-669-1094 - Fax
Send a message
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God
For He Careth For You
"For He Careth For You"
By Dan Bailey
It is easy to become discouraged in this world. So many trials and tribulations befall us. But then, these things are not new. The eternal God, our Creator, our Lord, the Ruler of the universe, is able to provide for us. More>>
God's King
God's King
By Dan C. Bailey
"Yet have I set my king upon my holy hill of Zion. I will declare the decree: the LORD hath said unto me, Thou art my Son; this day have I begotten thee" (~Psalm 2:6,7~). More>>
The Omnipotence of God
The Omnipotence of God
By Ben R. Vick, Jr.
Balaam, the prophet from the east, exclaimed, "...according to this time it shall be said of Jacob and of Israel. What hath God wrought~! More>>
The Omnipotence of God continued
The Omnipotence of God
By Ben R. Vick, Jr.
God's power can be visualized through the eye of faith in the universal flood which came in Noah's day. Peter wrote concerning the scoffers:" For this they willingly are ignorant of, that by the word of God the heavens were of old, and the earth standing out of the water and in the water: Whereby the world that then was, being overflowed with water, perished: But the heavens and the earth, which are now, by the same word are kept in store, reserved unto fire against the day of judgment and perdition of ungodly men" (II Peter 3:5-7). More>>
What God Expects
What God Expects
By: Dan C. Bailey
When God created man he "put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it" (Genesis 2:15). God has always expected certain things from mankind. More>>
The Wisdom of God
The Wisdom of God
By: Dan C. Bailey
The wisdom of God can clearly be seen in His creation. There is wisdom found in the coloration of a quail. God knew that quails would have to hide from predators. More>>
God's Continual Design
God's Continual Design
By: Tim Hall
You might at first dismiss the observation as "technical" and "irrelevant." I would urge you to bear with me for a moment. You'll see that this "technicalityy" is totally relevant -- to you. More>>
If God Is Really A Loving God Why Is There A Place Called Hell
If God Is Really A Loving God, Why Is There A Place Called Hell?
By Garland M. Robinson
There is a place called Hell and it is REAL. The Bible speaks so plainly and clearly of hell. More>>
Things God wont do
Things God Won't Do
Selected and adapted
God won't get tired " Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary? More>>
Problem Solving God's Way
Problem Solving God's Way
by: Jimmy Clark
"O Israel, return unto the LORD thy God; for thou hast fallen by thine iniquity" (Hosea 14:1).
The work of the prophets was to call the people to return to God. More>>
All God >>
Jesus Christ
What Jesus Has Done For Us
What Jesus Has Done For Us
by Dan C. Bailey
All of us have been assisted by friends in some way and somewhere along the road of life. With gratitude in our hearts we reflect upon that assistance and we usually express it with our lips by saying, "Thank you. More>>
The Master Teacher
The Master Teacher
By Dan C. Bailey
As Christians we should desire to learn everything that we can about Jesus, and about teaching the lost. Jesus was surely the Master of all teachers. More>>
The Name of Jesus
The Name of Jesus
By: Dan Bailey
Jesus is the Son of God. His name is above every name. As we read in Philippians 2:8-11: "8And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. More>>
Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit And The Word
The Holy Spirit And The Word
By Dan C. Bailey
Everyone who is converted to Christ is converted by the power of the Holy Spirit. However, this does not take place directly by the Spirit. More>>
Bible
I Will Not Forget Thy Word
I Will Not Forget Thy Word
By Eddy Craft
"I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word" (Psalm 119:16).
The importance of the Word of God is seen in various ways. More>>
America's Greatest Need
America's Greatest Need
By Dan Bailey
Today in America there seems to be a shortage of many things. Food is so high that the poor man or even the average citizen stands with amazement as the prices go higher and higher. More>>
Why Study The Old Testament?
Why Study The Old Testament?
By Ben F. Vick
Since we are a New Testament people, why should we study the Old Testament? Did not Jesus by his death on the cross make it null and void? More>>
The Christian and His Bible
The Christian and His Bible
By: Emanuel Daugherty
God has given man the Bible, it is a great gift. "The Bible alone is the Bible only, in word and deed, in profession and practice, and this alone can reform the world and save the church" wrote Alexander Campbell nearly 200 years ago (The Christian System, preface x). More>>
The Sum of God's Word is Truth
The Sum of God's Word is Truth
Selected & Edited
The Word of God gives us everything we need to be "thoroughly furnished unto all good works" (2 Timothy 3:17), but we need to always remember that it is all of God's Word that does this and not just part of it. More>>
The Bible Our Guide
The Bible, Our Guide
Dan C. Bailey
The Bible has been given to us be God to guide our feet in His ways. We read in Psalm 119:105, "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. More>>
The Incorruptible Word (Part 2)
The Incorruptible Word (Part 2)
Ben F Vick, Jr.
The word of God is life-giving. Jesus said, "It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit (-filled), and they are life (-giving)" (John 6:63). More>>
Back To The Bible (part 1)
Back To The Bible (part 1)
Ben F. Vick Jr
Jeremiah prophesized before, during, and after the Babylonians had ransacked Jerusalem in 586 B.C. They carried away many of Judah into captivity. More>>
Back To The Bible (part 2)
Back To The Bible (part 2)
Ben F. Vick Jr
Good preaching requires that the truth of God be presented in such a way that individuals can see that the lesson applies to them. More>>
Understanding God's Word
Understanding God's Word
Dan Bailey
No one has ever achieved very much in life without great desire. Athletes train for the Olympics for years, just to be able to compete in physical contests. More>>
All Bible >>
The Gospel
The Gospel And Morality
The Gospel and Morality
by Dan C. Bailey
The gospel of Christ is God's power unto salvation. "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek" (Romans 1:16). More>>
This Treasure In Earthen Vessels
This Treasure In Earthen Vessels
By Ben F. Vicks, Jr.
Some of the most beautiful lines in all the Bible are Paul's words to the church at Corinth: "But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them. More>>
The Power of Gospel
The Power of the Gospel By: Dan C. Bailey
The power of Christ is God's power to save the lost. In Romans 1:16 we read, "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. More>>
A Time To Hear The Gospel
A Time To Hear The Gospel
Dan Bailey
Our gospel meeting seeks to bring salvation to all. The gospel needs to be preached. The gospel needs to be heard. The gospel needs to be obeyed. More>>
O Timothy Keep That Which Is Committed To Thy Trust
O Timothy Keep That Which Is Committed To Thy Trust
By Ben F. Vick, Jr
Paul had no man like-minded as Timothy, his own son in the faith. When Paul arrived at Lystra on his second missionary journey, Timothy began traveling with him and Silas. More>>
The Word of God
The Word of God By Dan C. Bailey
The word of God is God's revelation to mankind. God inspired men to write down His word. We read in Il Timothy 3:14-15, "But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. More>>
We Need True Religion
We Need True Religion
By Dan Bailey
If there is anything that we surely need in this world today, it's true religion! The Bible teaches us that there is such a thing as true or pure religion. More>>
Faith
Faith and Feelings
Faith and Feelings
Dan C Bailey
The scripture teaches us that we must "... walk by faith, not by sight "(II Corinthians 5:7). To walk by faith is to believe with all of one's heart what God has said. More>>
A Strong Faith
A Strong Faith
Dan C Bailey
We read in Mark 9:14-32 about an incident in which the disciples were unable to cast out an evil or a "dumb and deaf spirit." A father had brought his son to be healed, but to no avail. More>>
Courageous Faith
Courageous Faith
By Therman Hodge
Faith is not just knowing the will of God but having the courage to act on it. May this degree of faith be seen in you and me. One prominent Bible character had the courage to defy a king. More>>
Salvation
Father, Forgive Them
"Father, Forgive Them"
by Dan C. Bailey
When Jesus was upon the rugged cross of Calvary, He prayed for those who were responsible for His crucifixion saying, "Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. More>>
We Need True Religion
We Need True Religion
by Dan C. Bailey
If there is anything that we surely need in this world today, it's true religion! The Bible teaches us that there is such a thing as true or pure religion. More>>
Just A Christian
Just A Christian
by Dan C. Bailey
If we receive the Bible as the Word of God, then we should recognize its authority. Paul wrote unto the brethren in Thessalonica, "For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe" (I Thess. More>>
Almost a Christian?
Almost a Christian?
by: Dan C. Bailey
May 12, 2013
In the twenty-sixth chapter of the book of Acts, King Agrippa told the apostle Paul, "Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian" (Acts 26:28). More>>
Doing As You Please
Doing as You Please
by: Dan Bailey
July 7, 2013
Brother G. K. Wallace asked the following question in his autobiography: How could a man accept one part of God's revelation and reject the other unless he is determined to do as he pleases? More>>
Once Saved Always Saved?
Once Saved Always Saved?
By Dan Bailey
Recently, one of the members of our local congregation was discussing the Bible with another individual. The person maintained that once you were saved that you could not then be lost or fall away from the grace of God. More>>
The Law of Salvation of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus
The Law of Salvation of the Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus
By: Dan C. Bailey
There are many both inside and outside the church who teach that Christians are not under any law today. More>>
Keeping Gods Commandments
Keeping God's Commandments
Dan Bailey
Keeping the commandments of God is either essential or not essential to salvation. If the keeping of the will of God is essential, then we certainly ought to preach a great deal about doing the will of God. More>>
The Life is in The Blood
The Life is in The Blood Roby Ellis
"10 And whatsoever man there be of the house of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn among you, that eateth any manner of blood; I will even set my face against that soul that eateth blood, and will cut him off from among his people. More>>
Does It Make Any Difference?
Does It Make Any Difference?
By: Dan C. Bailey
In some ways, this is a strange question to one who studies the Bible carefully. The scriptures clearly teach that it makes a difference what we believe. More>>
All Salvation >>
The Church
The Unity of the Church
The Unity Of The Church by: Dan C. Bailey Certainly, one of the most important subjects in the Bible is the unity of the Lord's church. The church is the body of Christ and the body of Christ is the church. More>>
My Loyalty to My Home Congregation
My Loyalty To My Home Congregation
By: Ben F. Vick, Jr
June 9, 2013
Recently a good brother asked me about what he should do about his contribution when he is away from his home congregation. More>>
We Are his Body
We Are His Body
By Brent Smith
In Jesus, God became flesh. After Jesus' death, resurrection, and ascension, He built His church (~Matthew 16:18~; ~Acts 2:41~). Jesus no longer was in His physical body on the earth, so the apostle Paul wrote that the church is the body of Christ (~Ephesians 1:22-23~). More>>
Warnings Against Error
Warnings Against Error
By Roy J. Hearn (deceased)
The church in Colosse was troubled by "philosophers" who espoused theosophy, Gnosticism, mysticism, and Judaism. More>>
Sunday School
Sunday School
By Dan C. Bailey
Sunday Schools were founded by Robert Raikes in Gloucester, England in 1780. The purpose of "Sunday School" was to teach and train children in the word of God. More>>
Undenominational Christianity
Undenominational Christianity
By Dan C. Bailey
Most people do not understand that the church of Christ, the body of Christ, or the church that we read about in the New Testament is not a denomination. More>>
Working Together
Working Together
All local congregations are made up of baptized believers who have been changed from the world. Qualities and characteristics possessed by these individuals are large in scope. More>>
Is One Doctrine as Good as Another?
Is One Doctrine As Good As Another?
Dan Bailey
Most people do not think about it, but when they say that one church is as good as another, they are in essence saying, "that one doctrine is a good as another. More>>
Upon This Rock
Upon This Rock
Dan Bailey
In Matthew 16:13-20, we have an account of when Jesus went to Caesarea Philippi. The Lord asked his disciples two simple questions. The first question was. More>>
What is the church of Christ Lesson 4
What is the church of Christ? Lesson #4
By: Dan C Bailey
The Church of Christ Is Not A Denomination
The church of Christ is not a denomination. It is not a "faction" or a "sect" of some religious group. More>>
All The Church >>
Worship
What If Jesus Came To Church?
What If Jesus Came to Church?
Joe Slater
Would you be present next time the church meets if you knew Jesus would be here? I'll dare say that very few members would claim they were providentially hindered! More>>
Reviewing a Document On Women In Worship and Ministry
Reviewing a "Document On Women In Worship and Ministry"
Ben F. Vick, Jr
A "Document on Women in Worship and Ministry," which was placed on the website of the Fourth Avenue Church of Christ, Franklin, Tennessee, argues for women taking a leading role in the worship services of the church. More>>
Reviewing a Document On Women In Worship and Ministry Part 2
Reviewing a "Document On Women In Worship and Ministry" Part 2
Ben F. Vick, Jr
Judaizing teachers were filtering into the churches of Galatia attempting to bind circumcision on them; so Paul wrote to offset their error. More>>
Does All Of Life Constitute Worship
Does All of Life Constitute Worship?
By Maxen Boren
For quite some time now brethren have been discussing the question, "Is the entirety of a Christian's life worship to God?" Some in the brotherhood have taken the position that it does. More>>
Worship That Really Matters
Worship That Really Matters
By Randy Nulph
For faithful, devoted children of God, worship is certainly the highlight of each week. It is a blessed privilege and honor to bow before "the Great I Am. More>>
The Lords Supper
The Lord's Supper By: Dan Bailey
It is good for us to study and meditate upon the memorial of the Lord's Supper. At one time in Corinth, the apostle Paul had to rebuke the brethren for intermingling the Lord's Supper with a common meal. More>>
I Was Glad
"I Was Glad..." By Dan Bailey
"I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD"
Our nation has been reeling and suffering from a deadly virus for about a year now. More>>
Mothers Day and the Lords Day
Mother's Day and the Lord's Day
By Dan Bailey
Mother's Day is not a religious holiday. It is a day that men have set aside in order to remember and honor their mothers. Mothers should be honored every day, not just upon Mother's Day. More>>
Christian Living
Is Bible Study Important
Is Bible Study Important? by: Dan C. Bailey September 30, 2007 There are about seven billion souls in the world today. Most do not read the Bible, study the Bible, or obey the Bible. The Book is of little or of no significance to them. More>>
Unlawful Attitudes
UNLAWFUL ATTITUDES by: Dan C. Bailey Last week I stopped at a three-way stop at about the same time as two other cars. I waited for them to go and before I could enter the intersection, two other cars ran the two stop signs. More>>
Some Good Resolutions
Some Good Resolutions
by: Dan C. Bailey
It is beneficial to make good resolutions for the New Year. When we reflect upon the past and plan for the future, resolutions are very helpful. More>>
People Pleasers
"People Pleasers"
by: Dan C. Bailey
There are two types of people pleasers in the world. There are those who are simply kind, considerate, and compassionate. They bring joy and pleasure to those about them. More>>
Hell, Sin and Judgment
HELL, SIN, AND JUDGMENT
by: Dan C. Bailey
I suppose that the least talked about subject today is the subject of hell. Many politicians are more concerned about being re-elected than about the eternal destiny of their souls. More>>
We Need To Pray More
WE NEED TO PRAY MORE by: Dan C. Bailey
Most Christians would agree with the statement that "all of God's children need to pray more." The Bible exalts prayer because it exalts the God who answers prayer. More>>
Responsibility of Parents
Responsibility of Parents
by Dan C. Bailey
Those who have children have a great responsibility to see to it that their children are properly trained in the way of righteousness. More>>
The Last Night Of Sodom
The Last Night Of Sodom
by: Dan C. Bailey
There was a strife between the herdmen of Lot and the herdmen of Abraham. Abraham gave his nephew Lot the choice of the land (Gen. 13:10-11). More>>
True Principles
True Principles Dan C. Bailey
There are true principles and there are false principles. By principles we simply mean rules or fundamental laws of conduct. Jesus quoted two great principles in the Old Testament which are very fundamental in nature. More>>
Godly Mothers
Godly Mothers
by Dan C. Bailey
In a world burdened with wars, economic crises, crime, and traumatic physical events such as hurricanes, floods, tornados, and earthquakes, a day to honor mothers may seem trivial. More>>
All Christian Living >>
Music in Worship
The Song Service
The Song Service
By L. O. Sanderson
It is almost most impossible to overestimate the value of a good congregational song service. It stimulates and animates the church to its highest degree of spiritual devotion and worship. More>>
Music In Worship
Music In Worship
By: Dan C. Bailey
People often ask the question, "Why don't you have a piano or organ in your worship services?" My response is, the Lord's church stands upon the solid rock of the authority of God's word. More>>
Facts Behind A Beloved Hymn
Facts Behind A Beloved Hymn
By: Tim Hall
"It Is Well With My Soul" is a favorite of many Christians. Elegantly written, it speaks of how we can enjoy "the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding" (Philippians 4:7) even in times of outward turmoil. More>>
Music In Worship
Music In Worship
By Dan C Bailey
People often ask the question, "Why don't you have a piano or organ in your worship service?" My response is, the Lord's church stands upon the solid rock of the authority of God's Word. More>>
Final Day_Judgment
Preparing for the Final Day
Preparing for the Final Day
By Dan C. Bailey
The Bible clearly teaches that there is going to be a final day. Jesus said, "He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day" (John 12:48). More>>
Behold I Come as a Thief
"Behold, I Come As A Thief"
Dan Bailey
In Revelation 16:15 we read, "Behold, I come as a thief. Blessed is he that watcheth, and keepeth his garments, lest he walk naked, and they see his shame. More>>
The Great Day of the Lord
The Great Day Of The Lord
By: W. L. Totty
"Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil"(Ecclesiastes 12:13-14). More>>
The Last ...
The Last
By Ben F. Vick, Jr
(Adapted and Edited)
James says, "Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain: Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. More>>
The Second Coming of Christ
The Second Coming of Christ By: Dan C. Bailey
The Son of God has already been here upon the earth once. He was born of a virgin. "Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel" (Isaiah 7:14). More>>
Gambling
Gambling
Gambling
From The Saluter, Dresden Church of Christ
There are many pitfalls in our society. Some are easy to overcome, while others are not. Some are illegal while some are legal. One of the great pitfalls of our day is gambling. More>>
Gambling and Christian Prinicples
GAMBLING AND CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES
By: John L. Kachelman, Jr
The prevalence of games of chance in our modern society is a tragedy. Through this vice, homes are destroyed; finances wasted; and lives marred. More>>
What Is wrong With Gambling_Article 1
What Is wrong With Gambling?
By Ben F. Vick, Jr
Many people in the world, in this country, and even in the church would say, "Nothing." I grant that there are some reasons against gambling which, in my judgment, are not valid. More>>
What Is wrong With Gambling_Article 2
What Is wrong With Gambling?
By Ben F. Vick, Jr
Gambling is addictive, Years ago, when I was officiating a middle school basketball game, my officiating partner was on his phone before the game talking to his bookie to place bets. More>>
Preaching
My Soul, My Life, My All
"My Soul, My Life, My All"
By Dan Bailey
Many people, even many brethren, have very little understanding of the life and the work of gospel preachers. Preaching is not simple a job, but it is the work of a dedicated soul to the glory of God. More>>
Book, Chapter, and Verse
Book, Chapter, & Verse
By Dan C. Bailey
Recently, a good brother led a prayer to God that we might be a book, chapter and verse church. He meant by this, that the church should stay with the Bible and should follow the authority of the word of God. More>>
Preaching to A Refrigerator
Preaching To A Refrigerator By: Dan C. Bailey
Please do not be offended by the title of this article, but clearly there are some individuals who can hear a sermon without listening to it. More>>
Preaching the Gospel
Preaching the Gospel
By: Dan Bailey
The Bible clearly teaches us to preach and teach the gospel of Christ. The gospel is the truth, the word of God, the word of salvation. Paul stated some of the major facts concerning the gospel in 1 Corinthians 15:1-4:
"1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. More>>
Soul Winning
Four C's of Soul Winning
Four C's of Soul Winning
by: Emanuel Daugherty
June 30, 2013
"They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him" (Psalm 125:5-6). More>>
Seeking the Lost Feb 2014
Seeking The Lost
By Dan C. Bailey
We often sing, "Seeking the lost, yes, kindly entreating, wanderers on the mountain astray. 'Come unto me,' His message repeating, Words of the Master speaking today. More>>
Seeking the Lost
Seeking the Lost
Dan Bailey
We often sing, "Seeking the lost, yes, kindly entreating, wanderers on the mountain astray; 'Come unto me', His message repeating, Words of the Master speaking today. More>>
Laborers Together With God
Laborers Together With God
By Ben F. Vick Hr.
In the midst of dealing with factions who were following various men in the church at Corinth, Paul wrote, "For we are labourers together with God: ye are God's husbandry, ye are God's building" (I Corinthians 3:9). More>>
Lessons From The Seventy
Lessons From The Seventy
By Dan Bailey
In Luke chapter ten, the Lord appointed seventy disciples to go out and preach that the kingdom of God was nigh. As he sent them out he gave them specific instructions. More>>
Wisdom
Thoughts on Wisdom
Thoughts on Wisdom
By Dan Bailey
The standard for wisdom in areas outside of the moral realm is generally success or completion of a task by the best means with the best results. The standard for wisdom in areas inside of the moral realm is God's Word. More>>
Pursuing Wisdom In The New Year (Part 1)
Pursuing Wisdom In The New Year (Part 1)
Dan C. Bailey
We have had several lessons about pursuing wisdom in the new year. We need to have an understanding of what it means to pursue something. More>>
Pursuing Widsom In The New Year (Part 2)
Pursuing Wisdom In The New Year (Part 2)
Dan C. Bailey
In last week's article we listed five points that would help us to pursue wisdom in the coming year. Those points were: 1) Pray with an upright heart; 2) Maintain a merry heart; 3) Learn how to deal with anger and wrath; 4) Practice humility; and 5) Learn to keep our tongues. More>>
Wisdom from James
Wisdom from James
Dan C. Bailey
There is no greater service than that of being a "servant of God and the Lord Jesus Christ" as James wrote in James 1:1. Our Savior, Jesus Christ came to earth to serve God. More>>
A Lover of Wisdom
A Lover of Wisdom
By Dan C. Bailey
Most modem day philosophers do not believe In God. As a matter of fact, most "professional philosophers" in history have rejected God and His revelation to mankind. More>>
7 One's of Ephesian 4
The One Spirit
The One Spirit
by Dan C. Bailey
The Bible enumerates seven "ones" in Ephesians 4:4-6. God is not divided, but He is one. There are three "persons" in the Godhead, yet these three are one in divine nature. More>>
One Hope
One Hope
by Dan C. Bailey
We read in Ephesians 4:4-6, "There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. More>>
One Faith
One Faith
by Dan C. Bailey
The Bible teaches us that there is but one faith. It is just as sure and just as clear as there is one God. Paul informs us in Ephesians 4:4-6, "There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. More>>
One Baptism
One Baptism
by Dan C. Bailey
The Holy Scriptures teach in Ephesians 4:4-6, "There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. More>>
One God And Father Of All
One God and Father Of All by: Dan C. Bailey In Ephesians 4:4-6 we have seven "ones" listed. "There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. More>>
The One Spirit
The One Spirit
By Dan Bailey
The Bible enumerates seven "ones" in Ephesians 4:4-6. God is not divided, but He is one. There are three "persons" in the Godhead, yet these three are one in divine nature. More>>
Works of the Flesh
Drunkenness
Drunkenness by: Dan C. Bailey
Drunkenness is listed among the works of the flesh in Galatians 5:19-21: "Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. More>>
The Works Of The Flesh
The Works Of The Flesh
by Dan C. Bailey
In the book of Galatians there are seventeen sins listed as works of the flesh. But there are obviously many more works of the flesh which could be enumerated, so the apostle Paul simply summarized by saying "and such like. More>>
Works Of The Flesh: Adultery
Works Of The Flesh: Adultery
by Dan C. Bailey
At one time in our country, adultery was rarely found. Oh yes, there have been adulterers and adulteresses since the beginning of time, but our laws did not condone nor authorize adultery. More>>
Works Of The Flesh: Fornication
Works Of The Flesh: Fornication by: Dan C. Bailey The works of the flesh will prevent eternal souls from inheriting eternal glory. To ignore the Bible teaching on these evil works is to ignore salvation and the precious hope that the children of God have in heaven. More>>
Works Of The Flesh: Uncleanness
Works Of The Flesh: Uncleanness
by Dan C. Bailey
In Galatians 5:19-21 we have a list of seventeen things that are called "the works of the flesh." The third item on that list is "uncleanness. More>>
Works Of The Flesh: Lasciviousness
Works Of The Flesh: Lasciviousness
by Dan C. Bailey
The fourth work of the flesh that is listed in Galatians 5:19-21 is "lasciviousness." Webster in 1828 defined lasciviousness as, "looseness; irregular indulgence of animal desires; wantonness; lustfulness. More>>
Works Of The Flesh: Idolatry
Works Of The Flesh: Idolatry
by Dan C. Bailey
The fifth work of the flesh that is listed in Galatians 5:19-21 is "idolatry." Webster defined idolatry as: "1. The worship of idols, images, or anything made by hands, or which is not God. More>>
Works Of The Flesh: Witchcraft
Works Of The Flesh:Witchcraft
by Dan C. Bailey
The Bible includes "witchcraft" among the works of the flesh. Witchcraft has been in the world for a long time. The Greek word used here in Galatians 5:20, is translated as "sorceries" in Revelation 9:21. More>>
Works Of The Flesh: Hatred
Works Of The Flesh: Hatred
by Dan C. Bailey
Hatred is the seventh sin in the list of the works of the flesh. Paul was writing unto Christians, and warning them lest they fail to "inherit the kingdom of God. More>>
Contention, Strife, Wrangling!
Contention, Strife, Wrangling!
(Works Of The Flesh: Variance)
by Dan C. Bailey
Variance is one of the works of the flesh in Galatians 5:19-21. The Greek word is defined by Thayer as: "contention, strife, wrangling. More>>
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The Essentials
The Essentiality of Faith
The Essentiality of Faith By: Ben F Vick
The inspired penman wrote, "But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him" (Hebrews 11:6). More>>
The Essentiality of Confession
The Essentiality of Confession By: Ben F Vick
To confess means to acknowledge. To confess one's faith in Christ is to acknowledge one's faith in Christ. Prior to an individual's being immersed into water for the forgiveness of sins, he must acknowledge Jesus Christ as the Son of God. More>>
The Essentiality of Baptizing
The Essentiality of Baptism By: Ben F Vick
Once in a conversation with a person I was told that baptism was a command of God, but not necessary for salvation. That's an odd statement. More>>
The Essentiality of Attendance
The Essentiality of Attendance By: Ben F Vick
24And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:
25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. More>>
The Essentiality of The Lords Supper
The Essentiality of The Lord's Supper
Ben F Vick, Jr
Essential to physical life are air, water, and food. Man cannot survive long without these elements. Likewise, essential to spiritual life are certain items, one of which is the observance of the Lord's supper. More>>
The Essentiality of Singing
The Essentiality of Singing By: Ben F Vick
One of the great privileges of worshipping God is singing. It is not limited to those who have beautiful voices, but all Christians are to sing. More>>
The Essentiality of Prayer
The Essentiality of Prayer By: Ben F Vick
Prayer is communion with God. It is the expression of the heart to God. Paul wrote, "Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved" (Romans 1:10). More>>
The Essentiality of Giving
The Essentiality of Giving
by: Ben F Vick
God has given man the world in which he lives; he has given him life, and breath, and all things (Acts 17:24-25). Every good and perfect gift has come from the Father of lights in whom there is no variableness, nor shadow of turning (James 1:17). More>>
Bulletin Articles
For What Are You Thankful
"For What Are You Thankful?"
By Patrick Morrison
It is that time of year again when our hearts and minds are turned to the thought of thanksgiving. We have opportunity to gather with friends and family to share a bountiful feast with those we love. More>>
Miracles Have Ceased
Miracles Have Ceased
Ben F. Vick, Jr.
One of the problems in trying to help people to understand that miracles have ceased is a failure to define a miracle. What is sometimes called a miracle is not necessarily a miracle. More>>
A Description of the Devil
A Description of the Devil
Dan Bailey
There are several New Testament scriptures that gives us names and descriptions of the Devil. Consider the following verses:
Matthew 4:3 -- "And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bread. More>>
The Antidote for Bad News
The Antidote for Bad News
Tim Hall
I've not often encountered rattlesnakes or copperheads while out hiking through the woods. To be bitten by a poisonous snake would be a concern, but it is good to know there are anti-venom serums available. More>>
Selling Baby Body Parts
Selling Baby Body Parts
By: Dan C. Bailey
There is nothing in our world more lovely, more precious, and more innocent than a little baby. Since the beginning of time, and there was a beginning, babies have been loved, cuddled, cradled, and cherished. More>>
A Famine in the Land
A Famine In The Land
By: Bob Winston
"Behold, the days come, saith the Lord GOD, that I will send a famine in the land, not a famine of bread, nor a thirst for water, but of hearing the words of the LORD" (Amos 8:11). More>>
The Peace That Passes All Understanding
The Peace That Passes All Understanding
Dan C. Bailey
"Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. More>>
What God Teaches on the Subject of Homosexuality
What God Teaches on the Subject of Homosexuality
Dan Bailey
Genesis 1:27 -- "So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them. More>>
Blessings
Blessings
Dan Bailey
"Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written therein: for the time is at hand." Revelation 1:3
It is sad today that many of those who claim to be Christians do not read, study, and meditate upon God's word. More>>
When Isaiah Saw the Lord
When Isaiah Saw the Lord
Dan Bailey
In John 12:39-41, we have a scripture quotation from Isaiah 6:10. Isaiah was told by the Lord that the people had closed their ears and eyes to God's Word. More>>
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Heaven
Neither Shall There Be Any More Pain
Neither Shall There Be Any More Pain
By: Dan Bailey
In the temporary physical world that we live in, our bodies are subject to pain. Pain is actually helpful much of the time. More>>
Heaven A Holy Place
Heaven, A Holy Place
By Dan Bailey
The Bible gives us a beautiful picture of the beauties and glories of the heavenly city of God. It will be the eternal home for the redeemed of the earth. More>>
Current Issues and Gods Word
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Thomas B. Warren (Deceased)
A nation is a lot like a person. It is born. It lives. It grows old. It dies. Many great nations have arisen during the history of the world. Some of them experienced a pattern somewhat like this: They began with strong spiritual and moral conviction, followed by the growth and eventual dominance of materialism, eventually to be destroyed by moral decay, apathy, and anarchy. More>>
A Nations Greatest Strength
A Nation's Greatest Strength
By Charles C. Pugh III
The book of Obadiah, the shortest book in the Old Testament, was written about the downfall of a nation (Edom). The same things that led to Edom's fall will lead to the downfall of any nation. More>>
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Should A Christian Vote_2018
By: Dan C. Bailey
We know that there are some Christians who do not believe in voting. Some of the old pioneer preachers believed that Christians should not vote. More>>
Man Made Morality
Man Made Morality
By Dan C. Bailey
We have many in our society who are pushing, preaching, and parading about with a "new morality." Their "new" morality is not new at all. Satan has been supporting "man-made morality" for a long time. More>>
Contributing Factors To The Violence In Our Land
Contributing Factors To The Violence In Our Land
by Ben F. Vick, Jr
The recent shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio remind us again that times have changed. The world is more violent than it was when I was a boy. More>>
Freedom of Choice
Freedom of Choice By: Dan Bailey
One of the "catch" words today is choice! A lot of people are saying that they have the right to chooseabortion, sodomy, adultery, etc. These sins and the arguments to practice them are not new. More>>
Notes from the Preacher during the Covid Epidemic
Trusting and Praying August 2, 2020
God wants His children to pray unto Him and He desires to answer their prayers. Sometimes prayers are not answered because of the way that one is living. More>>
The Devil And Authority
The Devil and Authority
By: Dan Bailey
God has given all power and authority to His Son. We read in Matthew 28:18-20: "And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. More>>
The God of Gender
The God of Gender
by Dan Bailey
God is our Creator. He created the entire universe. He created planet earth. He created all animal and plant life, and He created mankind. God created Adam and then he created Eve. More>>
Biblical Correctness
Biblical Correctness By Dan Bailey
Today is the day of political correctness. I'm not sure who is guiding the movement and who determines which words are correct, but I know that it is not God! More>>
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Be Not Deceived
Be Not Deceived
Be Not Deceived
By Dan Bailey
(1 Corinthians 6:9-11 —Article #1)
The Bible is filled with warnings about deceived. Noah Webster defined the word deceive as: "To mislead the mind; to cause to err; to cause to believe what is false, or disbelieve what is true; to impose on; to delude. More>>
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Be Not Deceived
By Dan Bailey
(I Corinthians 6:9-11 —Article #2)
" Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. More>>
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Be Not Deceived
By Dan Bailey
Be Not Deceived — (I Corinthians 6:9-11 —Article #3)
"Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? More>>
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Be Not Deceived
By Dan Bailey
Be Not Deceived — (1 Corinthians 6:9-11 —Article #4)
"Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. More>>
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Be Not Deceived
By Dan Bailey
Be Not Deceived — (I Corinthians 6:9-11 —Article #5)
"Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. More>>
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Be Not Deceived
By Dan Bailey
Be Not Deceived — (I Corinthians 6:9-11 —Article #6)
"Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. More>>
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Be Not Deceived
By Dan Bailey
Be Not Deceived — (I Corinthians 6:9-11 —Article #7)
"Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. More>>
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Be Not Deceived
By Dan Bailey
Be Not Deceived — (I Corinthians 6:9-11 —Article #8)
"Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. More>>
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Be Not Deceived
By Dan Bailey
Be Not Deceived — (I Corinthians 6:9-11 —Article #9)
"Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. More>>
False Teachers
False Teachers
By: Dan C. Bailey
Most people believe that one preacher or teacher of the Bible is as good as another. But this, my Friend, is not the teaching of the Bible. God has told us in His Book that there would be false teachers. More>>
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