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Who Lights the Fires? - Mini Article Now Available

“A scoffer seeks wisdom and does not find it, But knowledge is easy to him who understands” (Proverbs 14:6). A “scoffer” claims to seek wisdom but contradicts wisdom when presented. Scoffers reject the possibility of wisdom before they open their eyes to it! Therefore, “A scoffer does not love one who corrects him, Nor will he go to the wise” (Proverbs 15:12). Scoffers are destructive …

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There's Rioting in Sections of London

In light of current events, my 2011 Fellowship Room submission, There's Rioting in Sections of London, is available in Bible Articles.

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Wayne Burger’s Fight for Rights Available

In light of the current political climate, Wayne Burger’s Fight for Rights article is now available in Publications from Guest Authors.

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QA: Should Christians protest in the street?

QUESTION: Should Christians protest in the street? - 2018 

ANSWER: Note four points from the incident in Acts 17:1-9

1. Opposition to the success of Bible teaching is always motivated by jealousy (1 Thessalonians 2:3-10). ... 

2. Evil men from the marketplace literally describes people who have nothing else to do but hang around amid the public. They have no scruples, purposes, or re…

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Words of Wisdom Radio: Audio Files Available

My 1-minute radio lesson series “Words of Wisdom” are available in Words of Wisdom Radio.  They were broadcast by John T. Polk II for an Oneida, Tennessee, radio station from December 2014 - November 2017. Click here for transcripts of the Words of Wisdom radio series.

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What Changed? - Mini Article Published Now

After “the most important election in history,” what have the results really changed? 

Not God: "For I am the LORD, I do not change” (Malachi 3:6). Not Jesus Christ: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). 

Not The Holy Spirit’s Bible: “contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude 3). 

Not th…

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NO Separation of Church and State

My article No "Separation of Church and State" is now available in Bible Articles. It first appeared on The Fellowship Room website in September, 2013.

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QA: Was Jesus a Socialist?

QUESTION: Did Jesus teach or practice Socialism? - February 23, 2020

ANSWER: False claims about Jesus' teaching have always been circulated by the Devil: (John 2:18-22Mark 15:29-30Luke 23:4-15Matthew 28:11-15). Jesus Christ was nowhere near being a Marxist Communist, for: 1. He never forced "rich" people to give up their wealth to "equalize" with the "poor." He lived under Moses' Law…

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QA: What Can Save the USA?

QUESTION: What can save the USA?

ANSWER: "Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people." (Proverbs 14:34) Righteousness is the state or condition of being "right" as defined by God by His commandments and by His example (1 John 3:7; Psalm 119:172; 1 John 2:1). Governments should exist to protect the righteous within their citizenry (Romans 13:3-5). ... Read More of this an…

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QA: Why Is Society Out of Control?

QA: Why is society out of control, and what can be done to change it? 2/2019

Answer: There is little being done to hold everyone responsible for their own actions (Titus 1:15). Add to this the interminable delay in executing justice, and Solomon rightly said: “Because the sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do…

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QA: Will our economy recover?

From On Covid Quarantine 2020: May 24, 2020: 

QUESTION: Do you think our economy will ever recover?

ANSWER: For every calamity, God promises a recovery. 1. Calamity (or "mischief") can be caused by the wicked. God warns, however, that whatever calamity someone starts will turn on him or her (Proverbs 26:27; Proverbs 24:17-18). God rewards good deeds, but He also rewards evil deeds as well.…

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QA: Why Is Everyone Branded a "Racist"?

From Questions Answered: February 16, 2020: 

QUESTION: Why does it seem everyone is branded a "racist"?

ANSWER: "Racial discrimination" is racist, nothing else. “Discrimination” is the quality or power of finely distinguishing,” or making, judgments. Making moral judgments based upon what God says, is exactly what God wants us to do. Solomon asked God, “For who is able to judge thi…

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Proverbs 12:24 - Who Deserves Slavery?: Commentary #62

My commentary on Proverbs, section #62 on Proverbs 12:24 - Who Deserves Slavery?, is relevant to revisit in the current climate.

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Proverbs 24:23-25 - Judging With No Sympathy for Sin: Commentary #173

My commentary #173 on Proverbs 24:23-25Judging With No Sympathy for Sin, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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Occupy Wall Street: Sermon Available

In view of recent protests and unrest, my revised sermon Occupy Wall Street is now available in Sermon Powerpoints.

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Words of Wisdom: June 12 - 16, 2017

Please find my Words of Wisdom as Audio and as Transcripts for the days:

6/12/2017: Devolving Evolution

6/13/17/2017: The Water Line

6/14/2017: When Bad Happens

6/15/2017: Take It To The Streets

6/16/2017: Missing Father's Day

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Proverbs 31:8 - 9: Listen To Your Mama About Justice

My commentary #210 on Proverbs 31:8-9Listen To Your Mama About Words, is available in Studies on the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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#25: Proverbs 10:1 - 12: The Proverbs of Solomon

My commentary #25 on Proverbs 10:1-12The Proverbs of Solomon, is available in Studies on the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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Studies in the book of Proverbs

I have a complete - and free - full version of my Studies in the Book of Proverbs available in Commentaries.

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What Did Jesus Do About Family Problems?

My article What Did Jesus Do About Family Problems? is now available in Publications On Family

It was published on the Fellowship Room in February, 2012, and is also available in Publication Bible Articles.

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