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Under the oversight of the elders of the Crossville church of Christ, PO Box 211, Crossville, TN 38557

Vol 1                     AUG 1998                          No. 8
Text Box: NO SALVATION TODAY? Wayne Jackson The doctrine of “dispensationalism” contends that Christ came to the earth twenty centuries ago to re-establish the Davidic regime of Old Testament fame. Advocates of this view argue, however, that since Jesus was rejected by the Jewish people, he postponed his kingdom plan, and so he will not sit upon “David’s throne” until he commences his millennial reign at the end of this “church age.” There is a real flaw in this theory. The Old Testament contains a vivid prophecy which indicates that Christ was to function as our “priest” at the same time that he “rule(s) upon his throne” (Zech. 6:12-13). If the reign of Jesus upon his throne has been postponed, then clearly the Lord’s work as priest has been delayed as well. This would mean that we have no priest functioning on our behalf. If no priest, no forgiveness. Thus, the doctrine of dispensational premillennialism implies that, lo, these past 2000 years, there has not been available any redemptive system for man’s benefit. This is the logical consequence of dispensationalism, and the very absurdity of it is a forceful negation of its validity. P.O. Box 55265 - Stockton, CA 95205 Text Box: EFFORTS CONTINUE TO INFLUENCE CBS NOT TO AIR HOWARD STERN By O.B. Porterfield The Florida Family Association (FFA) wrote letters to CBS's top officials to respectfully request that they NOT air Howard Stern because of the pornographic content of his show. This letter contained approximately 100 letters from large corporations who have pulled off of Howard Stern’s radio shows in Florida. Additionally, FFA encouraged readers of the May 1998 newsletter to send postcards and letters to urge CBS NOT to air Howard Stern. Since CBS did not respond to Florida Family Association and supporters’ letters and postcards, FFA wrote to 605 large corporations which advertise on television. The letter contained Cal Thomas’ commentary titled CBS: Touched by a pervert (referring to Stern). Ninety Percent (90%) of the companies to whom Florida Family Association wrote made the decision to STOP advertising on Howard Stern’s radio show in Florida. The letter respectfully requested that each company inform CBS and CBS affiliates, as early as possible, of their intentions NOT to advertise on CBS’s Howard Stern Show. GOOD NEWS! Florida Family Association received a call from Roy Busnum with MASTERCARD INTERNATIONAL. Mr. Busnum stated that “MasterCard would NOT advertise on Howard Stern’s new show and would notify CBS of their decision.” Florida Family Association wrote similar letters to these corporations in 1996 to ask them to take the same position regarding Public Morals, NBC’s self proclaimed show that revolved around profanity. Public Morals failed miserably. Hopefully and prayerfully, CBS’s plans for Howard Stern will also fail. Please pray that many corporations inform CBS early about their intentions NOT to advertise on Howard Stern’s Show. 541 Seibles Rd. Montgomery, AL 36116 (Ed. Note: Write or phone your local CBS affiliate station and object to any attempt to carry the lewd antics of Howard Stern in your area.) Diamond: JUBILEE ATTENDANCE DOWN Text Box: Rubel Shelly’s newsletter of “the family of God at Woodmont Hills,” reported (7-8-98) concerning the tenth annual “Jubilee” (July 1-4): “This year’s evening crowds were not as large as they were last year. Without a Max Lucado to draw busloads of people from outside our own fellowship, we knew this would be the case. The day time crowds, however, were probably every bit as large as last year’s attendance.” It is apparent this year’s keynote speaker, Jeff Walling did not draw the crowds like those of 1997. Speaking of Walling the video tapes of his three evening speeches include instrumental music, a phone patch of a woman giving a public testimony before the whole assembly, a play and an apology to the denominational world. Other speakers were Ron Adams, Tim Alexander, Rick Atchley, Joe Beam, Buddy Bell, Philip Black, Cindi Bradley, Gary Bradley, Ginger Broslat, Bill Brumit, Don Buck, Diane Cope, Mike Cope, P.C. Cotham, Bill Davis, Doug Davis, Dan Dozier, Ken Dye, Joe VanDyke, Marnie Ferree, Doug Foster, Randy Gill, Emily Gray, Fred Gray, Randy Harris, Scotty Harris, Harold Hazelip, Bob Hendren, Gary Holloway, James Kendrick, Wayne Kilpatrick, Earl Lavender, Joyce Leech, Eddie Levick, Keith Luttrell, Bruce McClure, Scott McDowell, Don McLaughlin, Nancy Miller, Randy Moody, Mike Moss, Ron Newberry, Rick Oster, Jeff Payne, Gordon Rampy, John Reilly, Tom Reynolds, Mike Root, Floyd Rose, Frank Scott, Chris Seidmon, Harold Shank, Rubel Shelly, Jimmy Sites, David Slater, Toby Slough, Chris Smith, John Smith, Willard Tate, Doug Varnado, Triva Williams, Darrell Willis, Tom Winter, Jim Woodruff and Nokomis Yeldell. All these names are listed on the WorldWideWeb so everyone can know who spoke on the ‘98 “Jubilee.” (See www.woodmont.org/wh112427.htm) “Christian Jubilee, Inc.” has in the last decade done more to divide the churches of Christ in the State of Tennessee than any other thing in this century. The Roman soldier who pierced the physical body of our Lord was not so wicked as the leading preachers in this para-church organization, who have for ten years been slashing at the spiritual body of Christ in this State. Faithful brethren have during this time repeatedly given proof that this corporation through its leaders has sought to restructure the churches of Christ to make them palatable to denominationalism. “Christian Jubilee, Inc.” is no part of the body of Christ, yet it is being used by its organizers to do what the American Christian Missionary Society did in Cincinnati in the last century. That is, to push a liberal agenda on the churches. It is a vehicle that has been driven to the point of dividing friends and families in the Nashville area. Even the Nashville Tennessean has documented the division among the churches in the Middle Tennessee area due to the work of “Jubilee” preachers. Those who promote the work of this Corporation after so many years and so much warning make it clear that they will not “hold fast to the pattern of sound words” as the Holy Spirit requires (II Tim. 1:13). These ten years have been ample time for their words and conduct to be known in order that one might properly apply God’s word (John 12:48). That is, “not according to appearence (John 7:24), but according to their fruits (Matt. 7:1,15-20). The Holy Spirit requires that we “mark them which cause divisions and offenses contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them” (Rom. 16:17). We pray for them that they might come to repentance (II Peter 3:9). “THUS SAYS THE LORD, Stand in the ways and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk in it; then you will find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk in it” (Jer. 6:16). And again, “This is a rebellious people...who say to the seers, do not see, and to the prophets, do not prophesy to us right things: speak to us smooth things, prophesy deceits” (Isa. 30:9-10).

GOOD ADVICE

Bryan Hodge

 

I remember quite well some advice an older preacher (Charles Elledge Hill, now deceased) once gave me.  He told me that preachers (elders or others) should avoid being alone with a woman in counseling, Bible study, or personal visit, or in any other situation that can be avoided.

 

His reason was really quite simple.  First, it avoids the potential for jealousy and mistrust on the part of their spouse or their own.  Second, it prevents rumors and gossip from spreading.  Third, it eliminates the opportunity for impropriety.  In counseling sessions especially, if domestically things are not going well at home for the one being counseled, it is easy for the one receiving the attention from the counselor to develop a certain attraction for the counselor.  Fourth, it avoids the “Clarence Thomas Syndrome” as I would call it.  That is, it keeps one out of the situation where she is saying one thing and you are saying another, and there is no witnesses to establish what in fact did happen.

 

This was his reasoning.   As I reflect back upon what he said, I believe this to be good healthy advice for all Christians, especially for those who are married.  The Bible says plainly that we ought to avoid situations that appear to be less than honorable (I Cor. 16:1-4; 2 Cor. 8:16-21).  Certainly to do so is wise (Gen. 39:11-ff).

 

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(Editorial Note: Bryan Hodge’s advise above is very good. Godly elders and faithful gospel preachers are most competent to give people spiritual guidance for their lives.  This God expects them to do.  They should, however, explain to those in need of counsel that they  speak as elders or gospel preachers, not as “professional counselors.”  We  realize  sometimes individuals do need “professional help,” even medical help.  Also, the local church might want to contact their regular insurance provider to inquire concerning what in the industry is called “Pastorial Counseling Liability.”

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