“..two forces kill old trees: the rot within that is caused by many diseases; and then of course, there are the storms and forest fires. There are plenty of diseases that create rot [in the church]: the hollowing out of Bible doctrine, the strife between members, and the lack of urgency. And failure to feel the weight of the momentous task we have been given. All of this is evidenced by the casualness of many Christians; their stinginess in giving; and their lack of vision beyond themselves. Add to that our self-righteousness and lack of transparency, and no wonder we are not having the impact we should. Then there is the unwillingness of churches to discipline members who have drifted from the faith and live in open rebellion.” GivingChurchDiseaseStrifeChristiansSelf RighteousnessStinginessRotLack Of VisionBible Doctrine Author:Erwin W. Lutzer
“From within the Scriptures, we see not only the character behind God's words but the power of God's words, showing us that what God speaks is equivalent to our reality. This is true of both the natural and the spiritual worlds in which we live. (p. 99)” ChristianityWord Of GodScripturesSpoken WordChristian PhilosophyReid AshbaucherBible DoctrineBiblical Theology Book:Introduction to Bible Doctrine: Ten Foundational Truths behind Christianity Source: Introduction to Bible Doctrine: Ten Foundational Truths behind Christianity