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492. What Are Tithes? The question of tithing has been frequently discussed and is ever a fruitful one. A tithe is a tenth of the increase over and above all administrative expenses and not a tenth of the principal. In early days, when agriculture was the almost universal calling, it was generally a tenth part … Continue reading “492 – What Are Tithes?”

490. Does Temptation Come from God? Human nature is weak and temptations to wrongdoing are abundant Occasionally we hear, at a church meeting, or elsewhere, some dissatisfied soul complaining that he has been tempted and he is disposed to lay the blame for his condition on the Heavenly Father. Now, God does not tempt any … Continue reading “490 – Does Temptation Come from God?”

491. Is It a Sin to Be Tempted? We are not responsible for our temptations, but for yielding to and encouraging them. The sin consists in asquiescence. Christ himself was tempted. God tempts no man, but the evil spirit in our own hearts tempts us. If you will ask God, in Christ's name, to free … Continue reading “491 – Is It a Sin to Be Tempted?”

488. How May We Win Souls? "How can I win souls" is a frequent question from beginners in Christian life. They remember the injunction: "He that winneth souls is wise." (Pro_11:30.) The first impulse which comes to the newborn soul in Christ is to tell some one else of the glad experience and to bring … Continue reading “488 – How May We Win Souls?”

489. Is a Christian Justified in Suing to Recover a Loan? It depends upon circumstances. If his debtor is able but refuses to pay, there is nothing in Christ's meaning to prevent the Christian from appealing to law to recover what is justly his, after all peaceable means have failed. The Revised Version of Luk_6:35 … Continue reading “489 – Is a Christian Justified in Suing to Recover a Loan?”

487. Is It Natural or Unnatural to Sin? Judging by the prevalence of sin and the early age at which children usually begin, we should say it was natural. David seemed to have that opinion (see Psa_51:1-19). It was not much better before the fall. Adam and Eve do not appear, according to the account … Continue reading “487 – Is It Natural or Unnatural to Sin?”

485. Is the Unpardonable Sin Possible Today? In ancient times, it was generally held that the unpardonable sin (Mat_12:32) was attributing the works of the Holy Spirit to Satanic agency. If there be a modern counterpart of the unpardonable sin, we should think it is to be found in the case of the person who … Continue reading “485 – Is the Unpardonable Sin Possible Today?”

486. Is It Sinful to Do What One Considers Wrong although There Is No Wrong About It? That is Paul's teaching, as he particularly outlines and emphasizes it in Rom_14:1-23; 1Co_8:1-13 and 1Co_10:23-33. He said himself that he did not consider it wrong to eat meat which might have been offered to idols (1Co_8:4, 1Co_8:8; … Continue reading “486 – Is It Sinful to Do What One Considers Wrong although There Is No Wrong About It?”

483. Is Every Sin Willful and Thus Every Backslider Doomed? The subject is discussed in Heb_6:4-6, and Heb_10:26-27. In one sense every sin is willful, because the sinner would not do it without the consent of his will ,* but the word has another meaning. It implies a deliberate and intentional act, which is different … Continue reading “483 – Is Every Sin Willful and Thus Every Backslider Doomed?”

484. Are All Sins Pardonable? Divine mercy extends to the uttermost. The invitation is that "whosoever will may come." The "un pardonable sin," which was frequently spoken of in the early days of the Church, is believed to have been attributing the works of the Holy Spirit to the powers of darkness. With this exception, … Continue reading “484 – Are All Sins Pardonable?”