This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men. - Titus 3:8
Our words should be wholesome and free from corruption, not only in the pulpit and in public worship, but also in personal contact and private conversation. Sound speech in the ministry of the word is imperative; but, does it not also relate to ordinary life and familiar conversations?
Everything that unbelievers can seize upon, which is to them improper and unwholesome for a Christian, they will use maliciously against Christ and his gospel. The result is that, through our carelessness, Christ is insulted. Nathan said to David, “You have given great occasion to the enemies of the Lord to blaspheme” (2 Sam. 12:14).
Let us at all times be careful not to give the enemies of our Lord ammunition to use against our gospel.
Some Good Questions and Answers
The believer lives on Christ, leans on Christ, and loves the Saviour – his Word, his promises, and his people. You can ask him, “What is your hope for acceptance with God?” and he will reply, “The righteousness of Christ Jesus.” You can ask him, “What do you trust for the forgiveness of your sin?” and he will tell you, “The blood of Christ Jesus.” You can ask him, “In what merit do you hope to stand innocent and justified at the great Judgement?” and he will reply, “The intercession and wounds of Christ Jesus.” You can ask him, “What is the real foundation of your faith and confidence?” and he will say, “The infallible, inerrant, unchanging word of God.”
About Henry Mahan
Henry T. Mahan was born in Birmingham, Alabama in August 1926. He joined the United States Navy in 1944 and served as a signalman on an L.S.T. in the Pacific during World War II. In 1946, he married his wife Doris, and the Lord blessed them with four children.
At the age of 21, he entered the pastoral ministry and gained broad experience as a pastor, teacher, conference speaker, and evangelist. In 1950, through the preaching of evangelist Rolfe Barnard, God was pleased to establish Henry in sovereign free grace teaching. At that time, he was serving as an assistant pastor at Pollard Baptist Church (off of Blackburn ave.) in Ashland, Kentucky.
In 1955, Thirteenth Street Baptist Church was formed in Ashland, Kentucky, and Henry was called to be its pastor. He faithfully served that congregation for more than 50 years, continuing in the same message throughout his ministry. His preaching was centered on the Lord Jesus Christ and Him crucified, in full accord with the Scriptures. He consistently proclaimed God’s sovereign purpose in salvation and the glory of Christ in redeeming sinners through His blood and righteousness.
Henry T. Mahan also traveled widely, preaching in conferences and churches across the United States and beyond. His ministry was marked by a clear and unwavering emphasis on Christ, not the preacher, but the One preached. Those who heard him recognized that his sermons honored the Savior and exalted the name of the Lord Jesus Christ above all.
Henry T. Mahan served as pastor and teacher of Thirteenth Street Baptist Church in Ashland, Kentucky for over half a century. His life and ministry were devoted to proclaiming the sovereign grace of God and directing sinners to the finished work of Christ. He entered into the presence of the Lord in 2019, leaving behind a lasting testimony to the gospel he faithfully preached.
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