Biblical work of a deacon vs religious office of deacon

Who is a deacon

King James gave his translators explicit instructions designed to guarantee the new version would conform to the ecclesiology of the Church of England [King_James_Version]. Also read Story behind King James Continue ReadingBiblical work of a deacon vs religious office of deacon

Every word or deed should be in the name of the Lord Jesus (Colossians 3:17)

Go up and never stop

This verse has been used to justify many vicious so-called Christian cults. They demand that everything you do in word or deed must be done in the name of their Continue ReadingEvery word or deed should be in the name of the Lord Jesus (Colossians 3:17)

Abstain from all appearance of evil (1 Thessalonians 5:22)

Abstain from all appearance of evil (the final slam of the door at the end of a contentious argument)

The 400 year war about “appearance of evil” The King James translation of this verse using “appearance” has probably been responsible for more fighting among Christians during the last 400 Continue ReadingAbstain from all appearance of evil (1 Thessalonians 5:22)