1. Look for what the passage is actually sayingFocus on understanding the passage itself, not on confirming personal biases or assumptions. 2. Do not study with the goal of confirming or proving already drawn conclusionsApproach the scripture with an open mind, allowing it to guide your understanding. 3. In studying the Old Testament, ask yourself:“What… Continue reading

Richard Wagner, GietmanCatholic Encyclopedia, Vol. 10“There is no doubt that those qualities absolutely necessary to church music, namely modesty, dignity, and soulfulness, are most inherent in the vocal style rather than in any other. Reserve and humble restraint befit the house of God… That vocal music is in general more expressive than the mechanically produced… Continue reading

Adventism Place of Origin: Massachusetts Year: 1831 Founder: William Miller American Baptist Place of Origin: Providence, Rhode Island Year: 1639 Founder: Roger Williams Apostolic Faith Mission Place of Origin: United States Year: 1900 Founder: Group Assembly of God Place of Origin: Hot Springs, Arkansas Year: 1914 Founder: Group Baptist Church Place of Origin: London, England… Continue reading