Did the Nile River Really Turn to Blood?
During the plagues that were visited upon Egypt, prior to Israel's departure from that land, did the Nile River actually turn to blood, or was this merely a silting of the river with red clay?
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Terminal Illness - Living Wills
The earthly life of Terry Schiavo has ended, but the controversy that surrounded this case is far from over. How does one assess these tragic life-and-death situations which are fraught with difficult ethical questions? Ponder this issue with us in this week's Penpoints.
Ephesians 2:3 - By Nature Children of Wrath
Does this passage prove the Calvanistic doctrine of hereditary total depravity? Not in the least.
Wilbur Smith's Remarkable Book
Professor Wilbur Smith's book, Therefore Stand, created a sensation when it was published in 1945. Largely unknown today, it deserves a resurgence of interest as theological modernism runs rampant in the current world of "Christendom."
The Biblical Concept of Atonement
In the biblical context, atonement has to do with the plan employed by the Lord to provide a way of salvation for sinful humanity by means of the redemptive mission of Christ. Study with us the basic facts.
Why Did the Resurrected Jesus Not Appear to His Enemies?
Why did Jesus appear only to his disciples following his resurrection? Would not an appearance to the Jewish or Roman authorities have been more effective?
Hummingbird Metabolism - Amazing Design
The tiny hummingbird has a marvelously designed metabolic mechanism. Whence its origin -- "Mother Nature" or God?
Habakkuk 1:2 - A Challenge to God
The background and purpose of the Old Testament book of Habakkuk reminds us of God's providential activity among the nations.
Sexual Promiscuity -- A National Plague
The level of sexual sin in American culture today has reached alarming levels. Such debauchery cannot abide without widespread and long-lasting detriments. What can the Christian do?
Are Some Sins Greater than Others?
Are some sins "greater" than others? There is a sense in which *any* sin will condemn. There is another sense in which greater *responsibility* is attached to some acts of sin. Explore this topic with us.
The Tongue: One of Man's Most Dangerous Weapons
The human tongue is a dangerous weapon and exceedingly difficult to control. Let us consider some various forms of speech condemned in Scripture.
Galatians 1:23 - The Faith
The use of the definite article "the" in Paul's discussion of "the faith" is significant.
Ishmael: His Hand Against Every Man
The remarkable biblical prophecies concerning Ishmael, are explored, especially the historical emergence of his descendants and their warlike characteristics.
Did Behemoth Have a Navel?
Does behemoth's "navel" preclude its classification as a dinosaur?
But Be of Good Cheer, I Have Overcome the World
When adversity strikes, how does one cope? People respond differently; some valiantly -- others not so. For those who have confidence in the Scriptures, Christ provides the answer. Jason Jackson comments on this in this week's Penpoints.
Nahum 1:1 - The End of Nineveh
Discover the historical background behind the Old Testament prophecy of Nahum.
God's Great Plan in Perpetuity
If one looks at each of the three processes involved in the salvation of mankind -- development, consummation, and revelation, he should see that each was effected in perpetuity, and none is being replicated today.
What Was the "Manna" in the Wilderness of Sinai?
What was the "manna" that the Israelites ate during their sojourn in the wilderness of Sinai? Some claim that it was merely a substance extracted off of a tree in that region. But what does the evidence reveal?
Link between Evolution and Abortion, The
What theory can possibly rationalize the act of killing an unborn child? Some attempt this ethical manipulation by the use of an antiquated argument employed in defence of Darwin's theory of evolution.
2 Corinthians 4:16 -- The Inward Man
Paul's discussion of the "inner man" implies a facet of human existence that transcends the material.
