Quail Springs, Church of Christ?

Emotions ranging from tears of disappointment to cheers of applause broke out when the announcement was made from the pulpit that Quail Spring (QS) would add mechanical instruments of music into the 9:00 am instrumental service. As we (Brant & Rick) viewed the list of elders of the QS online we noticed that many of them are affiliated with or came out of the Christian Church, while Mark Henderson’s background is Baptist through and through. We urge you to go to their website at http://www.quailchurch.com as well as the issue of the Daily Oklahoman http://www.newsok.com/article/keyword/3197304 for proof in black and white concerning this topic.

The elders of the QS assisted the entire congregation in committing spiritual suicide as these religious racketeers defiled the church of Christ by invading her with foreign innovations and unwarranted worship (Col. 3:17; 1 Pet. 4:11). These so called elders have led the sheep to poisonous waters and shall be responsible to God on the Day of Judgment for such destruction (Heb. 13:17; 2 Cor. 5:10; Jho. 12:48). Rather than, “stopping the mouths of those who subvert whole houses” (Tit. 1:11), they decided to feed the beast of false doctrine with selfishness, pride and politics!

The church of Christ, planned by the Father (Eph. 3:10), purchased by the Son (Acts 20:28), and pattern perfected by the Holy Spirit (Jho. 16:13; Acts 2:42) is described by deity as a monogamous marriage to Christ our Lord (Eph. 5:23-25). Thus spiritual whoredom, adultery and fornication are words often used to describe those who would depart God’s covenant for another (cf. Hos. 9:1; Jas. 4:4). My friend, when God calls you a whore, you a whore!

Mark Henderson, who has referred to himself as a pastor is the prime leader in this modern day “love affair” with instrumental music! One might ask, “When did all this begin? The exact date would be hard to pinpoint, but we know that QS’s spiritual fornication began with fireworks (An annual joint fellowship between QS and QS Baptist on the 4th of July). This frolicking fornicator went much further and eventually became engaged to the Baptist denomination when they (QS) went in halves on and purchased a graven image to signify their adultery to all of society. By this point a once secretive affair was in full bloom even to the point of “glorying” (1 Cor. 5:1-2) in this spiritual sickness.

Leaders from far and near warned these brethren repeatedly (Tit. 3:9-10; Col. 1:28; 2 Tim. 4:2), yet to no avail. At the same time, Mark Henderson, was asked by Oklahoma Christian University to speak on their Annual Lectureship. During this time, a group of faithful preachers spearheaded by Monte Ginnings, Dave Dugan, and Mike Bentley organized a meeting of preachers, elders and concerned members at the 8th and Lee church of Christ in Lawton, Oklahoma in 2003. This issue among others was confronted publicly. Lynn McMillon (head of the Bible Department at Oklahoma Christian and an elder at Memorial Road) was silent and his silence was as loud as Texas Thunder that day!

The heated passion between Mark Henderson and Baptist doctrine continued to ignite further apostasy with each passing day. These two adulterers found it hard to even be apart one single day. This ongoing whorish activity by Mark and his followers resulted in illegitimate children. These twin demons known as Bootlegger and Innovator caused so much havoc at QS that many of the brethren called for his firing. The power of politics and cowardly leaders tolerated Mark, his spiritual affair, and his twins, to reside all the while despite brethren in and out of the congregation calling for his termination. Embarrassment swept over the entire brotherhood that a congregation would allow a so-called minister to have a spiritual affair and give him a pay raise for doing so. The denomination now known as The Family of God at Quail Springs has joined with Mark in this affair.

How tragic it is that dirty rendezvous has ended in the death the Quail Springs Church of Christ. Some sought to use the electric paddles repeatedly in hopes of shocking the life back into this church. After several attempts many recognized that the QS had indeed flat lined and no life was left. After a long and intense disease, the attending physician officially pronounced the QS dead. Today, we wear black, as we sit and mourn the loss of an entire congregation to death by spiritual suicide. One unnamed spectator reported that as the body lay in the emergency room grasping for any hopes of life that it was Mark Henderson, known spiritual adulterer that was grinning ear to ear, as he gently pressed his foot on the oxygen supply cord until the very end.

Funeral services for the Quail Springs Church of Christ are pending with Reflections Funeral Homes of Oklahoma. Gospel preachers around Oklahoma are asked to wear a black band as they preach throughout February as a symbolic reminder of the loss. Requests have been made, that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Reflections, 1205 W. Cherokee, Lindsay, Ok 73052, in hopes of finding a cure for this vicious disease.

In a related story, Mark Henderson, has been charged by the Holy Spirit for bootlegging Baptist doctrine and sneaking it into the church of Christ without permission. Evidently Mark has now fired his famous lawyer and will be representing himself at the Judgment (cf. 1 Jho. 2:1-2). His former lawyer wrote, “Notwithstanding I have a few things against thee, [QS] because thou sufferest that [man, Henderson], which calleth [himself a pastor], to teach and to seduce my servants to commit fornication, and to eat things sacrificed unto idols. And I gave [him] space to repent of [his] fornication; and [he] repented not. Behold, I will cast [him] into a bed, and them that commit adultery with [him] into great tribulation, except they repent of their deeds. And I will kill [his] children with death; and all the churches shall know that I am he which searcheth the reins and hearts: and I will give unto every one of you according to your works” (Rev. 2:20-23).

Brant & Rick

Doctrinal Discourses

Question: Is Matthew 19:9 a part of New Testament doctrine?

I suppose there is not a subject anymore misunderstood and twisted than the biblical doctrine of marriage, divorce, and re-marriage. Marriage, the oldest institution created by God and is the basic foundation of society (Gen. 2:22-24). This sacred union is described by the apostle Paul as "honourable" (Heb. 13:4). Words from the very lips of Jesus instruct us concerning our responsibility to this covenant when he declared, "And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery" (Mat. 19:9).

This inspired passage (2 Tim. 3:16-17) has come under much scrutiny by brethren, many of whom have even attempt to place this text back under the "law of Moses”! The reasoning goes something like this; since Jesus spoke these words while He was alive they must be part of the Old Testament since He had not died yet. This unwarranted doctrine causes much turmoil to her advancers. First, how do they deal with Matthew 18, wherein Jesus gives teaching regarding how to handle an offense between brethren within the church? The church of Christ did not exist in the Old Testament, separate and apart from the mind of God (Eph. 3:10). It is obvious that Jesus was simply giving future inspired instruction to serve the church that was yet future in existence. Secondly, are we to conclude that all Bible passages that were spoken and or recorded before the death of Jesus belong under the Law of Moses? If so, that would cause insurmountable problems in proper hermeneutics of the Bible. If you have a comment on this subject we want to hear from you!

Brant

Sowing the Seed of the Kingdom

I often hear people bemoan the fact that the church today is not growing “like it did in the 40’s and 50’s.” The question is then asked, “How can we restart the fire that once burned within our bosom?” Listen to the apostle Paul as he describes his passion in Ephesus: "And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house,... Wherefore I take you to record this day, that I am pure from the blood of all men. For I have not shunned to declare unto you all the counsel of God" (Acts 20:20, 26-27).

Far too many spiritual farmers (1 Cor. 3:9) desire fruit without the cultivation (Jer. 1:10). Some curse the soil (Luke 8:12-14), others chastise the method of the sower (Luke 8:5), while others alter the seed (Luke 8:11). The sower, seed and soil must work in harmony if the fruit is to be brought to perfection.

Needed Principles:

1. An old-fashion work ethic applied to the church.
2. A strong sense of ethics and morality.
3. An aggressiveness with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
4. Saturation with the gospel.

This method of saturation was first brought to my attention by a missionary in Wyoming of whom I learned a great deal from regarding evangelism.

Reflections' Seminar 08

A Point of Light in a Dark Night is the theme of the 2008 Reflections' Seminar. Each speaker will focus upon a particular aspect of the life and work of Jesus as recorded in the book of Matthew. More information to the forthcoming later.

Mark your calendars for May 2-3, 2008 for a great time of sweet fellowship with brethren from numerous states. If you are interested in attending and need accommodations, please call the Lindsay office at (405) 756.2366 or (405) 756.8629. We look forward to seeing you there.

For His Cause,
Brant & Rick

Time's Creator Gets Less & Less

Average Person lives 77 years. That is 28,000 days, 670,000 hours and 40,000,000 minutes. How does he spend his time?

• Telephone* (40 minutes each day, 20 hours per month, 10 days per year, 2 years in a lifetime).


• Bathroom (1 hour each day, 20 hours per month, 15 days per year, 3 years in a lifetime).


• Getting dressed (26 minutes each day, 13 hours per month, 7 days per year, 1 year in a lifetime).


• Television (3 hours per day, 90 hours per month, 45 days per year, 9 years in a lifetime).

The great apostle Paul admonished his brethren in Ephesus to make sure that they were "Redeeming the time, because the days are evil" (Eph. 5:16). Matthew Henry wrote, "redeeming the time (v. 16), literally, buying the opportunity. It is a metaphor taken from merchants and traders who diligently observe and improve the seasons for merchandise and trade." American merchants have created a mass frenzy starting the Friday after Thanksgiving and running well into January the next year. It is our hope to create that same frenzy among Christians in Fort Worth for June 8-14, 2007. Join us in redeeming the time.

Thanks,

Brant & Rick

* These numbers do no include teenage daughters.

Theme Announced

His Blood '08 has been selected as our theme for the campaign in Fort Worth, Texas, June 8-14, 2008! This prominent Biblical subject will produce powerful soul-stirring messages on a wide variety of much needed topics including: morality, Christ, salvation, the church, racism, etc. As the popular song states, "There is Power in the Blood"! Hopefully you are as confident about the theme of this campaign as we are. All feedback will be appreciated.

Thanks again,
Rick & Brant

Cowtown Petition

“I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men” (1 Tim. 2:1).

Matthew Henry writes, “supplications for the averting of evil, prayers for the obtaining of good, intercessions for others, and thanksgivings for mercies already received.” A supplication or petition is “that which is asked with urgency based on presumed need.”

Need: “Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you: And that we may be delivered from unreasonable and wicked men: for all men have not faith” (2 The. 3:1-2).

For His Cause,
Brant & Rick

Stewart Calls Concerning Cowtown Campaign

Longtime evangelist and well know campaign expert, Ivan Stewart called the Lindsay office this afternoon, January 8th, inquiring about the upcoming Cowtown Campaign in Fort Worth, Texas.

During this thirty minute phone conversation brother Stewart asked to see a copy of the campaign strategy in order that he might offer some suggestions. Evangelistic zeal is no stranger to brother Stewart who at 85 years young remains strong and active in the winning of souls (Pro. 11:30) Thanks, Ivan!

Cowtown Campaign scheduled for June 8-14, 2008 is exciting to say the least. We are currently in need of additional volunteers. Please call (405) 756-2366 or (405) 756-8629 to ask how you can join in with the campaign. As Nehemiah of old said, “let us rise up and build (2:17). Check this blog daily for breaking news about Cowtown Campaign!

Thanks to all,
Brant & Rick