People Who Must Be AvoidedRobert Wurtz II“Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offenses (stumbling blocks) contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. For such persons do not serve our Lord Christ, but their own appetites, and by smooth talk and flattery they deceive the hearts of the... Continue Reading →
Minding Our Own Business
Minding Our Own BusinessRobert Wurtz II Then Peter, turning around, saw the disciple whom Jesus loved following, who also had leaned on His breast at the supper, and said, “Lord, who is the one who betrays You?” Peter, seeing him, said to Jesus, “But Lord, what about this man? Jesus said to him, “If I... Continue Reading →
The Destructiveness of Division
The Destructiveness of DivisionRobert Wurtz IINow I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. For it has been declared to... Continue Reading →
The cruelty and confusion of jealousy
The cruelty and confusion of jealousyRobert Wurtz IISet me as a seal upon your heart,As a seal upon your arm;For love is as strong as death,Jealousy as cruel as the grave;Its flames are flames of fire,A most vehement flame. (Song of Solomon 8:6 NKJV)I have given a lot of thought over the years to a great subject that has perplexed me since... Continue Reading →
Obstacle to the Outpouring (Part 2)
Obstacle to the Outpouring (Part 2)Robert Wurtz IIFor where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work. (James 3:16)This entry is a follow-up to Obstacle to the outpouring (Part 1) and is intended to be applied on an 'as fits' basis. It is intended to serve as a devotional piece that we might... Continue Reading →