(More Bible Studies Available @ http://www.marktabata.com) It is written: John 7:24-Do not judge according to appearance, but judge with righteous judgment." A common refrain in our day and age is that it is never right to judge someone. Often, the statement of Jesus in Matthew 7 is invoked: Matthew 7:1-6-Judge not, that you be not... Continue Reading →
What About Undenominational Churches?
It is written: Amos 3:3-Can two walk together, unless they are agreed? Many in our world have become disillusioned with denominational divisions. This is good, and to be expected. After all, Jesus taught that division among believers results in disbelief in Him as the Son of God: John 17:20-21-I do not pray for these alone,... Continue Reading →
Lessons From Acts 15-Why The Church Of Christ Matters
It is written: And after they had become silent, James answered, saying, "Men and brethren, listen to me:14 Simon has declared how God at the first visited the Gentiles to take out of them a people for His name. 15 And with this the words of the prophets agree, just as it is written: 16 'AFTER THIS I... Continue Reading →
Daniel Shows Us That The Kingdom Of God Is The Church
It is written: And in the days of these kings the God of heaven will set up a kingdom which shall never be destroyed; and the kingdom shall not be left to other people; it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand forever. (Daniel 2:44) Many people that I... Continue Reading →
The Spiritual War-Learning How To Use The Shield Of Faith
It is written: “above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one.” (Ephesians 6:16) Understanding the nature of the Roman shield in this passage will help us to understand one of the most common and effective attacks of the enemy against... Continue Reading →
The Church Will Survive No Matter Who Becomes President
By: Mark Tabata (Evangelist) When the church of God first was created in the year 30 A.D., it quickly met fierce opposition. First, it was attacked by many of the Hebrews who hated the Gospel of Christ. The persecutions were fierce and deadly, beginning with a courageous preacher of the Lord's Word named Stephen (Acts... Continue Reading →
Do We Have To Dress Up For Church?
Let's face it: many Christians teach that you have to "dress up" for church. Sadly, a lot of people are looked down upon if they aren't wearing what others consider to be their "best" clothes, and usually visitors in churches feel unwelcome if they do not conform to the expectation of the members. I have... Continue Reading →