This article, which has been slightly edited and revised, was published originally under the title “Contextual Fallacies: Matthew 7:16,” in the Quarterly Journal of the Irenaeus Foundation Vol. 2, Issue 4 (Fall 1997): 18-20. By D. Scott Henderson “A text out of context is a pretext.” Most of us have heard this maxim. Yet how

Although I was providentially prevented from attending the recent GES conference on repentance, I have heard that it was a very fine conference. The following article grows out of an issue that I understand was raised at the conference. Introduction In Absolutely Free! A Biblical Reply to Lordship Salvation, I stated that the silence of

A seemingly small event occurred during World War II that would change the course of history. Scientists found a way to unleash the power of the atom. The Manhattan Project discovered an amazing source of energy―one that ended the Second World War, that now powers nuclear submarines, and that has the capability of powering whole

by Doug Anderson Loved so deeply, can it be? What does Jesus see in me? I was on my way to hell; “Well deserved,” is what I’ll tell! Yet He loves me through and through; Endless love, forever new; Knows no limit, knows no bound; Best discovery ever found! Made by Him, I’m His delight!

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by Ralph Grant Over 25 years ago, I trusted the Lord Jesus Christ as my Savior. It was like nothing I had ever experienced in my life. Overwhelmed by God’s love, I found a joy and peace that was indescribable. With perfect confidence in Christ I knew without a doubt that He had paid the

Very frequently people ask us questions about salvation in the OT. Before Christ died on the cross, what did a person have to do in order to have eternal life? There is much confusion on how people were saved in the OT era. Many people mistakenly believe that prior to the cross people were saved

by Jeff Ropp In recent months my understanding of Matt 7:13-14 has been filled with new meaning and appreciation as a result of facing opposition to the gospel of Free Grace. Matthew 7:13-14 reads: Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there

Linda is driving down the freeway with her radio tuned to a Christian station. She hears the gospel clearly proclaimed and joyfully receives the message, believing in Christ for eternal life. Tragically, one minute later a drunk driver crosses the median and hits her car, killing her instantly. Would Linda go to heaven or hell?

Recently I received a call regarding this passage from Pastor Rick Lawrenson of Nags Head Baptist Church in Nags Head, North Carolina. Rick is preaching through the Sermon on the Mount, (a brave man!) and this passage was giving him trouble: Whoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of