Longsuffering
Longsuffering is defined as: “having or showing patience in spite of troubles, esp. those caused by other people” (New Oxford American Dictionary). In his explanation of the words that are translated “longsuffering” in the Scriptures, W. E. Vine lists as synonyms...
The False Doctrine of Premillennialism
Interest in events that will occur at the end of time have always held the attention of religious people. This interest has spawned a variety of fanciful theories about what will happen at the end of time. One such theory on this subject is the false doctrine of...Things That Are an Abomination to God
“These six things doth the Lord hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him” (Prov. 6:16). Solomon in this verse, and the ones following, speaks of seven things that are an abomination unto God. Note: “abomination” means “a thing that causes disgust or hatred” (New...The Effect of the Gospel
In II Corinthians 14-17 Paul discusses the great triumph of the Gospel through his preaching. He even compares it to a glorious triumph, like those of Roman emperors, with Christ as the great conqueror, and Paul, himself, as one participating in and sharing the glory...