Scott Brown

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  Apr 1, 2020

  What does the Bible teach about quarantine?

  The Word of God is a wonderful guide even in these matters. It speaks clearly in general principles about quarantine.

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  Mar 28, 2020

  Will coronavirus change love for church gathering?

  I hope this article will serve as sort of a vaccine for spiritual protection. As churches get used to experiencing church services online via livestream, recognize the dangers of getting used to such a thing.

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  Dec 26, 2017

  10 Tips for Reading the Bible as a Family in 2018

  Are your children ready for the trials ahead? Do they know the true Gospel? Do they have a big vision of God? Do they have a Biblical vision of His love, truth and mercy?

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  Dec 22, 2017

  Christian Leadership Values and Leaders Valued by Christians: A Dichotomy?

  For some Christians today, there seems to be cognitive dissonance between their personal leadership values, and the values and character of some political leaders they support. We must not sacrifice principle on the altar of political expediency.

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  Aug 13, 2014

  The 5 Top Things Your Children Need to Know About Abortion

  We need to train up a new generation that understands the value of life in the womb. Here are five things your children need to know about life.

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  Jan 15, 2014

  Pastors and Sin: Nine Ways Church Elders are Held Accountable

  Each year we see new stories of Christian leaders who get entangled in scandalous sin. Our experience tells us that this has happened before and will happen again. Often we ask, "Who was holding this man accountable?" And, "If I can't trust this seemingly godly man, who can I trust?" It is very common and very appropriate to also ask, "How are we supposed to hold leaders accountable?" If they are local church elders, the Bible speaks directly to the question. The Bible gives a very clearly defin

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  Sep 23, 2013

  How to Determine If 'Youth Group' Is Even Biblical

  How many times have you heard the question asking whether something is or is not biblical? Did you ever stop to think about what that actually means? What are the implications of such a question? These are some of the questions I've asked over the past twenty years. They have led me to alter my view of youth ministry and church life. Perhaps the most disturbing question I have asked in this regard relates to youth groups and the current model of age-segregated youth ministry. Are youth groups

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  Nov 3, 2012

  Voting for a Mormon – A 21st Century Mega-Shift

  What is a huge win for Mormonism is a great loss for the true church because it strikes at the heart of the gospel and dulls the Christian conscience. Widespread acceptance and growth of Mormonism means more people thinking they are "saved" when in fact they have not truly put their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior and God.

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  Oct 23, 2012

  Why the Bible Is the Best Voters Guide

  As Christians, the most important question to ask during election season is: "Does God, in the Bible give His people direction for how to identify worthy civil leaders?" We know there are requirements for pastors but what about civil leaders? Are there commands?

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  Oct 14, 2012

  5 Man-Killers That Threaten to Take Men Down

  After many years of ministry to men, it is clear to me how simple men are. They are all threatened with the same basic man-killers. That's one thing I like about working with men. They are not complex. Below is my list of five man-killers. They are wreaking havoc on our churches and leaving families virtually fatherless all around us.