ELDERS’ ARTICLES

The Elders of Vicenza Bible Church are publishing their writings on this blog to bring a contextualization of the gospel to their readers.

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The Christian and Money Part II

The government acts not on Christian principles but on Marxist principles that may sound good, loving, and kind but, in the end, contain a poison that destroys the dignity of humanity.

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The Christian and Money

As America grew and became more populated, the church's influence waned, and the power of the government grew. What we have today is an out-of-control, wealth-consuming, regulation-oriented monster.

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The Unity of Christ’s Church

They’ve claimed that the church must unite and not be fractured through these issues. However, their definition of unity involves every church member under their care agreeing with them and following them blindly into the fray.

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A Genuine Godly Grief

If we sin, we may be upset about it, but do we run back to that sin? Do we plan and premediate our sin? Do we make peace with it and hold on to it?

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The Comforts of the Church

Do you struggle to find comfort among God’s people? The problem may not be others; the problem might be you. If you feel disconnected or unplugged, do you expect others to come seek after you, or do you put forth an effort to connect?

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The Control of Culture

We find ourselves asking, “How can the finite comprehend the infinite?” This idea emerged from a desire to make our doctrines more acceptable to culture, a decision that effectively handed over the reins of our beliefs.

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The Grand Abundance of God’s Grace

Through whatever circumstance he encounters, his life reflects the grace of God through the Spirit’s work. The grace of God overflowed with fruitfulness in Paul’s life.

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The Crownless Again Shall Be King

He has fulfilled the Davidic Covenant to rule and reign. God exalted him after He resurrected and ascended. Jesus was the fire from the ashes that rose up.

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The Parable of the President

President Biden announced an unprecedented pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, several days ago. His foundational principle for doing this is a father’s love. A father’s actual love doesn’t ignore lawlessness.

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Thanksgiving to the Giver

Over the decades, Americans continued to celebrate with a feast in the fall that focused on giving thanks. This holiday arrived on our calendars through suffering and loss. Adversity and struggle, instead of dampening their spirits, fueled the gratitude in the hearts of the men, women, and children who decided to feast and give God glory with whatever they had available to eat. Their gratitude to God in the face of such hardship serves as a beacon of hope for us all.

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The Cultural War Rages

This past week, the election of Donald Trump has given us a reason to pause and thank the Lord for the reprieve He has provided. Why? This is not necessarily because Trump will wear a Superman cape and save the country. But, because the platform and people he places around him aim for religious liberty, space for Christians to bring the Gospel to bear upon our nation, and some measure of holiness in our country.

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The Captivity of Free Thinking

When we venture into our own devices, ideologies, and thoughts instead of looking to align ourselves with God’s thoughts, then we place the chains of slavery upon us and others. True freedom happens when we handcuff our thoughts to God’s thinking.

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The American Church Experience

The way to save the American church experience starts and ends with the Word of God being rightly handled while the Spirit of God applies the truths to human souls.

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The Mystery of Foreshadows

As Christians who look back into the OT, all of the mysteries are revealed to us. Christ is the answer. The OT is about Christ. Don't look at the OT as the means to earn your righteousness. Look at it as the means to deepen your love and obedience to Christ.

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God’s Gifts of Governance

God didn’t provide leaders for the church because the church lacked value. Quite the opposite, because of the church’s value, God gave leaders to it.

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The Triumph of Christ in the Turmoil of the Church

Recently, one of the great preachers in our generation admitted to his fellow elders a sin severe enough to disqualify him from pastoral ministry. Those influenced by his teachings and preachings received a somber reminder of how no confidence should be placed in the flesh.

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