We who preach the gospel must not think of ourselves as public relations agents sent to establish good will between Christ and the world. We must not imagine ourselves commissioned to make Christ acceptable to big business, the press, the world of sports or modern education. We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. A.W. Tozer
Therefore let God-inspired Scripture decide between us; and on whichever side be found doctrines in harmony with the word of God, in favor of that side will be cast the vote of truth. --Basil of Caesarea
Once you learn to discern, there's no going back. You will begin to spot the lie everywhere it appears.

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service. 1 Timothy 1:12

Monday, November 11, 2019

A Report on Early Christians


They dwell in their own countries simply as sojourners…. They are in the flesh, but they do not live after the flesh. They pass their days on earth, but they are citizens of heaven. They obey the prescribed laws, and at the same time, they surpass the las by their lives. Hey love all men but are persecuted by all. They are unknown and condemned. They are put to death, but [will be] restored to life. They are poor, yet they make many rich. They possess few things; yet, they abound in all. They are dishonored, but in their very dishonor are glorified…. And those who hate them are unable to give any reason for their hatred.

Unknown author, written about 130 A.D., describing Christians to Romans. Cited by David W. Bercot, in Will the Real Heretics Please Stand Up: A New Look at Today’s Evangelical Church in the Light of Early Christianity, pg.16-17
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2 comments:

Papa Goose said...

Now, fellow believers, the challenge is to live up to this high standard. I'm not there yet but that is where I am headed. Anyone ready to join me?

November 11, 2019 at 5:18 PM
Jon Gleason said...

Epistle to Diognetus, written by an anonymous believer who called himself Mathetes (disciple). In case anyone wants to look it up and see all it says.

November 13, 2019 at 4:04 AM

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