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More reasons why I am against livestreaming church services

I understand most professing Christians that are a proponent of livestreaming will disagree with me. But I’m not trying to change their minds, nor will I argue with them on social media. If it’s God’s will, He will change their minds. And if I’m wrong, then perhaps He’ll change mine. If you disagree with me,

What is a church sanctuary?

Disclaimer: Though architecture is important, I am not speaking in the context of the architecture of the building. Nonetheless, I am speaking of how the congregation meets. Let me first say what a sanctuary is not. The sanctuary of a church is not a country club, a social club, a recreational room, a community center,

Original Sin & the death of our 23-month-old grandson

These last several days have been a difficult time for my wife, myself, our children, and many family members. Our 23-month-old grandson was admitted into a hospital and was listed in grave condition. Sadly, today Lake succumbed to his medical distress. I am not writing this to invite you to my pity party. Instead, I

A look at the book ‘Biblical Eldership,’ by Alexander Strauch

One of the greatest setbacks amongst some denominations, is they have too many extra-biblical requirements for the office of elder, as well as for membership, and/or other positions. At one church, I was in the process of becoming a member. But they were a little taken back by my open-air ministry. To become a member they

Many Churches are closing their doors in fear of the Corona Virus, or in compliance with the Government, while the abortion mills, bars & strip clubs remain open 😪😒😷

Next week President Trump will have spent one TRILLION dollars fighting an invisible virus that God decreed, and is in absolute control of. That trillion will be added to our existing 23 trillion dollar debt. As the media sensationalizes this melodrama, he will use the taxpayers’ money to fund this socialist stimulus/bail-out package. He even

What is a Reformed Baptist Church? by Pastor William Payne

What is a Reformed Baptist Church and what do we believe concerning The Scriptures, Preaching, The Doctrines of Grace, Evangelism, and Worship? If I were to be asked, “What kind of a church are you?” I would not hesitate to reply, “We are a Baptist church!” We hold to those truths which have sometimes been