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.
Suffering with Strength from the Future
What do you turn to while suffering? What brings encouragement and hope? The Christian reply is usually called “the church” answer, Jesus! God! The Bible! Those are true, but what does turning to the Triune God and His Word mean?
Taxation, Thievery, and the Tithe
Have you ever pondered the biblical stance on our tax system? When we consider the Bible and taxes, we might recall Jesus’ words in Matthew 17:24–27 or Matthew 22:15–22. These passages touch on the topic of paying taxes, but they don’t provide a clear directive on what constitutes an excessive amount.
The Pragmatic Produce
The story goes of a beautiful girl with fair skin, rosy lips, and dark hair. She held a beauty that none could compare. Likewise, her step-mom had a beauty that many envied. However, instead of being virtuous, she was quite the opposite. This tale of Snow White is familiar to many. However, this is also another story. It’s the story of many churches today. Read more about The Pragmatic Produce.