Pulpit Magazine

This post is a continuation of yesterday’s discussion on church membership. Yesterday we looked at the example of the early church. Today we will consider a) the existence of church government, b) the exercise of church discipline, and c) the exhortation to mutual edification.
The Existence of Church Government
The consistent pattern throughout the New Testament is [...]

The following is adapted from the Grace Church Elders’ Distinctives on Church Membership.
In a day when commitment is a rare commodity, it should come as no surprise that church membership is such a low priority to so many believers. Sadly, it is not uncommon for Christians to move from church to church, never submitting themselves [...]

What is Grace Church’s view on musical style in the church? 
The Bible does not prescribe a particular style of music as being solely acceptable to God, nor does it condemn any particular styles. But it does contain principles that we can apply to any situation and ascertain what course of action will please God. 
When it comes to [...]

(By John MacArthur)
Should a pastor who has committed adultery be restored to the ministry?
Some believe that God’s forgiveness should nullify all sin’s consequences. This issue inevitably arises when a Christian leader who has fallen into immorality professes repentance and then wants to return to a position of leadership in the church. Predictably, the fallen leader will plead [...]

(By John MacArthur)
It was Martin Luther who said:
“The world at the present time is sagaciously discussing how to quell the controversy and strife over doctrine and faith, and how to effect a compromise between the Church and the Papacy. Let the learned, the wise, it is said, bishops, emperor and princes, arbitrate. Each side can [...]