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Most of the SWSBS staff were blessed to attend PTP Branson in July. This event brings together Christians from Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, and other states for a week of study and fellowship. Some of our staff were asked to give lessons, and all of us were afforded the opportunity to sit in on classes to learn and grow. On Friday night, our own Steven Lloyd was honored with the “Lifetime Service” award. This award is given annually by the…

Each lied. Each died. Few events in Scripture are more startling. As God’s long-promised kingdom was taking shape, He made an unforgettable statement about the holiness of His church. In Acts 2-4, thousands were converted, and believers voluntarily sold possessions to care for one another (cf. Acts 2:44-45; 4:34-37). Then Acts 5 records an event that filled the church with fear. Ananias and Sapphira sold their property, but kept back part of the proceeds. Then, they presented the remainder as…

In John chapter 20 there is a familiar story of one of the disciples, Thomas by name. This passage is so well known it is all Thomas is ever remembered for. This particular instance is when Thomas doubted whether Jesus had risen from the dead. When the other disciples told him they had seen the risen Lord he said, “…except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the…