Living Church News

Volume 2, No. 5, July/August 2000

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God Will Have to Intervene

Personal Roderick C. Meredith (1930-2017)

Dear Brethren and Friends, As I write this, my wife and I have just returned from two trips—our European trip and then, a few days later, a trip to Vancouver, British Columbia. Both trips went very well and we were very…

The Gifts of the Spirit

Editorial Roderick C. Meredith (1930-2017)

All of us in the Church of God today need to understand more fully the role of the “gifts” of the Spirit. I hope all of you will read this brief overview along with my lead article/letter starting on page one of this issue.

The Truth About Sacred Names

John H. Ogwyn (1949-2005)

What does it really mean to hallow God’s name? The man sitting across the table seemed very sincere. “I believe that it is just as important to keep the third commandment as it is to keep the fourth one,” he said. Of course, he was absolutely right…

What is the Mission of God's Church?

Douglas S. Winnail

Jesus said “I will build My church, and the gates of Hades  shall  not  prevail against it” (Matthew 16:18). But why did Jesus start a church? What is its mission and purpose? What should the Church of God be doing…

The Church That Is in Their House

Ken Frank

We’re going to hold church services in someone’s home? Where are the minister, pulpit, piano and choir? Why not rent a hall? Where are the rest of the people? Did you ask yourself these questions when you first learned about a nearby Living Church…

The Importance of Maintenance

Jonathan McNair

At one time or another, nearly everyone has had something brand new. There is nothing like a new toy to brighten the eyes of a young child. A new dress or pair of shoes is a special joy to the lady in our life. And driving a car for the first time…