Lessons for Spiritual Growth

The Benefits of Attending Bible Class

The Benefits of Attending Bible Class

Melvin Otey

Paul told Timothy, “Be diligent” (or “do your best”) to present himself to God as an approved worker, “rightly handling” God’s word (2 Timothy 2:15). That’s not a word only...

The Benefits of Attending Bible Class

Melvin Otey

Paul told Timothy, “Be diligent” (or “do your best”) to present himself to God as an approved worker, “rightly handling” God’s word (2 Timothy 2:15). That’s not a word only...

Andrew, the "Bringer" Disciple

Andrew, the "Bringer" Disciple

Melvin Otey

Most readers of the New Testament recognize Peter as a leading disciple. His brother Andrew is harder to notice. Yet in John’s Gospel, Andrew steps out of the background as...

Andrew, the "Bringer" Disciple

Melvin Otey

Most readers of the New Testament recognize Peter as a leading disciple. His brother Andrew is harder to notice. Yet in John’s Gospel, Andrew steps out of the background as...

The Parable of the Two Builders

The Parable of the Two Builders

Melvin Otey

Imagine a couple building their dream home. The design is flawless, the location perfect. But to save time and money, the contractor cuts corners on the foundation. For a while,...

The Parable of the Two Builders

Melvin Otey

Imagine a couple building their dream home. The design is flawless, the location perfect. But to save time and money, the contractor cuts corners on the foundation. For a while,...

What about Mechanical Instruments in Worship?

What about Mechanical Instruments in Worship?

Melvin Otey

Most Western Christian groups use mechanical instruments as part of their singing and praise to God. Yet it is virtually uncontroverted that early Christians sang without the accompaniment of such...

What about Mechanical Instruments in Worship?

Melvin Otey

Most Western Christian groups use mechanical instruments as part of their singing and praise to God. Yet it is virtually uncontroverted that early Christians sang without the accompaniment of such...

A Brief Reflection on Baptism

A Brief Reflection on Baptism

Melvin Otey

Different groups within Christendom have widely divergent views regarding baptism. Some sprinkle water. Others pour water. Still others employ full immersion. In addition to these variances in practice, people also...

A Brief Reflection on Baptism

Melvin Otey

Different groups within Christendom have widely divergent views regarding baptism. Some sprinkle water. Others pour water. Still others employ full immersion. In addition to these variances in practice, people also...

Regarding Religious Traditions and Judgments

Regarding Religious Traditions and Judgments

Melvin Otey

  Judgments and traditions from God are binding on those to whom they are directed (immediately or ultimately). People are free to believe what they want religiously, and people are accountable...

Regarding Religious Traditions and Judgments

Melvin Otey

  Judgments and traditions from God are binding on those to whom they are directed (immediately or ultimately). People are free to believe what they want religiously, and people are accountable...