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Marijuana Approved of in the Bible? You're Kidding, Right?
Oh. You aren't kidding. People have been reading articles online for a few years about marijuana being such a wonderful thing. It is even stated that marijuana use is supported by the Bible. This chorus is getting so loudly sung these days that many poorly trained Christians are even falling victim to this nonsense. The first verse offered is that the word, "Calamus" in the Bible is the word for Marijuana. The word "Calamus" in the Bible is found three times, all listed here.

Brent Madaris
Jul 24, 20237 min read


Biblical Reflections on Marriage - What did Paul Actually Teach About Marriage?
The apologist for “alternative forms” of marriage first butchers Jesus’ statement in Matthew 19:11-12 misinterpreting and misapplying the...

Brent Madaris
Jun 29, 20234 min read


Biblical Reflections on Marriage - What Did Jesus Actually Teach?
This article will begin a short series of reflections on several verses of Scripture dealing with marriage. Today’s article is delicate...

Brent Madaris
Jun 24, 20233 min read


Mickey Mantle and the Madness of Alcohol (Part 2)
As we continue our observations about binge drinking, I want to remind you that the following words are not my own. They are taken from a...

Brent Madaris
Jun 9, 20232 min read


Mickey Mantle and the Madness of Alcohol (Part 1)
Georgia Alcohol Abuse Statistics from the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics. Statistics indicate Georgia has a higher rate of...

Brent Madaris
Jun 2, 20233 min read


Binge Drinking
America has a drinking problem. Did you know that binge drinking is the most common and costly pattern of excessive alcohol use in the...

Brent Madaris
May 26, 20233 min read


To Speak Or Not To Speak
Answers For The Heart Our nation is grappling with a culturally and historically defining moment right now. This moment is playing out on...

Brent Madaris
May 5, 20234 min read


Women In Ministry - Adrian Rogers
Sermon used with permission - visit pastors.lwf.org This website provides, for pastors, monthly encouragement emails, and access to all...

Brent Madaris
Apr 25, 202323 min read


“Show me the King James Only Belief in the Bible”
Is The King James Only Position Biblical Or “Show me the King James Only Belief in the Bible” Pastor Brian Evans PART ONE Audio of these...

Brent Madaris
Apr 18, 202315 min read


What Is A Cult?
The word "cult" is thrown around quite readily these days. What is a cult? Are you a member of one? It sometimes is not as easy as you...

Brent Madaris
Feb 21, 20235 min read


Abortion and the Bible - Part Two
Our country is about to receive and experience a consequential decision from the Supreme Court relating to abortion. What does the Bible...

Brent Madaris
Jun 14, 20224 min read


Abortion and the Bible - Part One
Our country is about to receive and experience a consequential decision from the Supreme Court relating to abortion. Let’s understand a...

Brent Madaris
Jun 7, 20224 min read


The "Man of God"
Is the phrase “Man of God” appropriate to use today. Some people mock the designation. What does the Bible say?

Brent Madaris
Mar 29, 20227 min read


Living Together Out of Wedlock
I will deal with this sensitive topic as tactfully as possible. However, I need to also be very straightforward because this is a huge...

Brent Madaris
Feb 10, 20224 min read


Alcohol Abstinence - For The Sake of My Brother (and sister, mother, father, son, daughter, etc.)
Commenting on Daniel 1:8-10 an ancient commentary relates the following: Keep in mind, this commentator is not even dealing with the "two...

Brent Madaris
Feb 1, 20222 min read


"Strong Drink"
Someone who read my last article asked a few questions. "Hey Brent. I haven’t seen you in years. I hope you are doing well. Would you...

Brent Madaris
Oct 25, 202118 min read


What About Alcoholic Beverages For Christians?
I remember about 28 years ago, I was preaching with some friends outside of a sport's 🏉🥎 bar 🥃 up in Chattanooga. Things were going along well until this man came out of the bar, obviously inebriated. He came to where we were, dodging cars along the way (we thought he was going to get himself killed) and wanted to have a "theological" discussion. The one passage that he wanted to share with us, was John 2:1-11. The passage where Jesus made water into wine 🍇. As you can i

Brent Madaris
Jul 27, 202116 min read
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