Melvin's Musings
Human Laws and the Problem of Evil
“We will never create enough laws to control evil. Evil does not obey laws.” I see and hear this sentiment expressed from time to time, oftentimes by people who profess...
Human Laws and the Problem of Evil
“We will never create enough laws to control evil. Evil does not obey laws.” I see and hear this sentiment expressed from time to time, oftentimes by people who profess...
What about Mechanical Instruments in Worship?
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?
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
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
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...
On Assumptions and Listening
Do you know why, after all these years, we still struggle so badly when discussing difficult issues in America, including issues of race, religion, and politics? Because as soon as people...
On Assumptions and Listening
Do you know why, after all these years, we still struggle so badly when discussing difficult issues in America, including issues of race, religion, and politics? Because as soon as people...
A Word of Entreaty to Church Elders
Dear shepherds, if you won’t lead us, then we cannot progress as we should. Managing the treasury and saying yes or no to this or that is not the same...
A Word of Entreaty to Church Elders
Dear shepherds, if you won’t lead us, then we cannot progress as we should. Managing the treasury and saying yes or no to this or that is not the same...
Regarding Love and Judgment
Many people seem to believe that loving others means refusing to judge them. The principle concern used to be harsh, hypocritical judgment, but the sentiment has gone further so that any willingness...
Regarding Love and Judgment
Many people seem to believe that loving others means refusing to judge them. The principle concern used to be harsh, hypocritical judgment, but the sentiment has gone further so that any willingness...