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Feature Article

James O. Combs

Always youthful and energetic by Mike Randall In 1927, the world smack in between the two wars was restless and frenetic. The first talkie, The Jazz Singer, was on the movie screens, I Found a […]

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Feature Article

Who is the real Christ?

by James O. Combs Published in the Baptist Bible Tribune, March 2, 1984 “He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am?”(Matthew 16:15). “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for […]

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AfterWords

Reaching out barangay by barangay

by Armie F. Jesalva Pastor of Bible Baptist Church, Cebu City, Philippines, and National Director of International Baptist Network, Philippines When Bible Baptist Church turned 50 in March 2007, I wanted to build upon what […]

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Baptist History

John Jasper – Unmatched orator

by Thomas Ray John Jasper was born July 4, 1812, the youngest of 24 chil­dren. His parents were Tina and Philip Jasper. His mother prayed that her son, “Do nothing but sing de praises of […]

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Urban Current

50 years

by Charles Lyons From down and dirty Humboldt Park where our alderman was convicted on federal charges for schemes including arson for profit, to the sedate green streets of Irving Park for a temporary stay, […]

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On the Table

A tribute for Mr. Combs

by Keith Bassham I was enjoying some vacation downtime when word came that former Tribune Editor James Combs had been taken by the Lord. As readers will note, Mr. Combs had been with the Fellowship […]

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President Perspective

Be a Barnabas

by Linzy Slayden Barnabas is one of the great characters of the Bible. Here is one who was such an encourager that the apostles changed his name to reflect this (Acts 4:36)! In every instance […]

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Worldwide Missions

Missionary care. Do we?

by Steve Bender Satan fights against missionaries and their ministries by plant­ing in their minds the question, “Does anyone really care about me?” During these trials it is reassuring to know, “Yes, not only does […]

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Church Planting

Church planting and Craigslist

by Wayne Guinn Jon Gardner was one of our church planters that attended the NCPO Church Planting School earlier this year. It’s a joy to hear about ways God is growing this church re-plant. He […]