The call for the old paths is a return to that which brings us peace. Jedidiah Schultz Proverbs 9. The second group consists of Lehi's family and their associates. The great truth of the matter is that the more carefully one studies the doctrine and teachings of this book, the more powerful the evidence becomes that Joseph Smith was not merely reflecting the learning of his time nor of his own personal study. What Beauty Do You See in Your Mirror?, Roy Davison. The Church of Christ Is Unique, Roy Davison. I Corinthians 1:30; 6:11; 15:51-54; Hebrews 10:10-14; I John 3:2, 9; Ephesians 4:24; 5:25, 26; John 17:17; I Thessalonians 4:3, 4, 13-17; 5:23, 24; Philippians 3:21; II Corinthians 3:18; 4:16. 412 East King Street. We believe that this Church is manifested through the local church which is a congregation of immersed believers associated by covenant of faith and fellowship of the gospel; observing the ordinances of Christ; governed by His laws in accordance with Pauline revelation, exercising the gifts, rights and privileges invested in them by His Word; and that it's officers are pastors, also called elder, and deacons, whose qualifications, claims and duties are clearly defined in the Scripture. Brother Williams is an associate professor of ancient scripture at BYU. Get the latest sermons delivered right to your app or device. Old Paths Church Of Christ Georgetown DE. Preaching about the one true church, stressing the importance of scripturally-based baptism, and relying on the scriptures themselves might seem "Old School" but that's THE way to go if we want to stick with the tried, true, and trusted old paths of our Lord. From a vision given to the prophet Nephi, Joseph learned that when the ancient prophets and apostles had written their books, they came forth "in purity" (1 Nephi 13:25).
Each congregation that was mature appointed pastors, also known as elders, or bishops. A lot of people who have gotten to that age came from a generation where respecting your elders and learning to be obedient was the right thing to do. © OpenStreetMap, Mapbox and Maxar. All He asks is that we seek or ask for the old paths of the truth of His word. The Royal Family of God.
We wanted to be like everyone else, and we've suffered for it. Jeffrey R. Holland, Christ and the New Covenant: The Messianic Message of the Book of Mormon p. 6-7. They had oversight of the church in their local congregation. The plea of the church of Christ is to go back to the Bible, to break away from doctrines of men and enjoy God's word, and God's blessings and HIs promise of Heaven. What Does the Bible Say About Giving? Mega churches get a lot of attention. Old paths christian church. He wants us to ask for truth knowledge, righteousness, and other things such as these. Moroni, who read and transcribed this wondrous vision, declared, "Never were greater things made manifest" (Ether 4:4). The sad conclusion of those at that time, was that they refused to walk therein. To be baptized means to be submersed, immersed into water. We've created this mess by following our own paths and our own ways. Is There No Hope?, Roy Davison. He said you must repent.
We believe that the salvation of a soul requires a belief in God, repentance towards God, which involves genuine sorrow for sin and a willingness to turn from it; and faith toward the Lord Jesus Christ. The term acapella comes from the singing "in the church" There are no choirs, or solo singers, we are to sing to one another. Ephesians 1:10, 22, 23; 3:1-6; Galatians 3:26-28; I Corinthians 12:12, 13; Acts 1:5; 2:4, 41, 47; I Corinthians 11:2; Titus 1:5-7; Ephesians 4:11-16; Acts 20:17-28; I Timothy 3:1-7; I Peter 5:1-4; Hebrews 13:7, 17; Colossians 1:18; Ephesians 5:23, 24; Acts 15:13-18. After the antichrist is destroyed, he will be chained in the bottomless pit for 1000 years, at the end of which he will be loosed to assemble an army of sinners for his last attempt to overthrow God. God's Plan of Salvation. Please check our Facebook page for video lessons on Sunday mornings. Our first-Sunday pm meetings are open meetings held for fellowship between all Christians, a type of community service. Home | About Us | Sermons | Articles | Members | Contact Us. This is a non-commercial, informal event in which both participators and spectators are welcome. This website is a means of connecting with people on the basis of truth, fellowship, spiritual edification or to instruct those who are just curious about the concept of "God". For countless generations, churches have had to withstand the pressures to "modernize" their "out dated" worship and are advised to "get with the times. Old paths church of christ delaware. " Worship must be directed by Christ.
Who Has Created These Things?, Roy Davison. How Can One Be Born Again?, Roy Davison. Our Plea: Seek the Old Paths. It is our practice to employ all types of acoustic musical instruments in joyful and reverent praise to God! He and his army will be destroyed and he will be cast into a lake of fire forever. Special Needs/Accessibility: Prayers and hymns: Main Bible: Hymns and Songs: Other information: Average Adult Congregation: Average Youth Congregation: Additional Info:
We've got to follow Jesus' will because He alone has all authority over Heaven and Earth. He also works as a free-lance Dutch-English translator.