I found this quote nearly 30 years ago and I keep it bookmarked in the source. It is in Cairns, Earle E., Christianity Through the Centuries: A History of the Christian Church (Zondervan:Grand Rapids) 1981, pp. 83. Quoting from The First Apology by Justin Martyr (A.D. 150-155) and the Didache (A.D. 90-150), Cairns records: "The service, … Continue reading Church Assemblies circa A.D. 150
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Defining the church of Christ
While studying for a lesson on the church that I am giving next week, I came across this post from a few years ago. I made some slight alterations to the post and share it with you anew. What is the church of Christ? Admittedly, I feel completely inadequate to publish an answer. The answer … Continue reading Defining the church of Christ
Building Up the Church – Old School
What you see on my "second desk" are back issues, or should I say "WAY BACK" issues of The Gospel Advocate. These issues are from 1954 - 1955. One of the issues mentions three baptisms in Gallipolis, Ohio. One of those nameless three is my father. Another issue seems to be a special issue on … Continue reading Building Up the Church – Old School
Driving Thought 