Worldliness

Vance Havner says it is insulation, not isolation (illustration)

“We are not to be isolated but insulated,” said Vance Havner, “moving in the midst of evil but untouched by it.” Separation is contact with contamination. Jesus was “holy, harmless, undefiled, separate from sinners” (Heb. 7:26), yet He was “a fr …

What Disturbs You Most? (illustration)

Which Disturbs You Most?A soul lost in Hell...or a scratch on your new car?Your missing the worship service...or missing a day’s work?A sermon 10 minutes too long...or lunch a half hour late?Your Bible unopened...or your newspaper unread?Missing a good Bible study...or your favor …

Beware of The Bait Satan Uses (illustration)

I sometimes get this question put to me, concerning certain worldly amusements, “May I do so-and-so?” I am very sorry whenever anyone asks me that question, because it shows that there is something wrong, or it would not be raised at all. If a person’s conscience lets h …

Difference Between Church and Non Churched (illustration)

Addressing a national seminar of Southern Baptist leaders, George Gallup said, “We find there is very little difference in ethical behavior between churchgoers and those who are not active religiously...The levels of lying, cheating, and stealing are remarkable similar i …