The Miraculous Insight of Jesus Christ

Author: Jason Jackson

The Lord did not always avail himself of miraculous knowledge during his ministry, but when he did, he gave yet another proof that he is the Christ, the Son of God.

Was Jesus Really the "Messiah"?

Author: Wayne Jackson

Our Jewish friends offer numerous objections to the identification of Jesus of Nazareth as the promised "Messiah" of Old Testament prophecy. In this week's Q&A, we deal with one of these.

What Is a Publican in the New Testament?

Author: Wayne Jackson

Jewish tax collectors were hated in the first century. But Jesus loved them anyway, and they form the basis of an interesting profile study on Christ's ministry.

Lamentations 1:1 - Jerusalem's Funeral

Author: Wayne Jackson

In order to appreciate the message of this book, one must understand something of the historical circumstances which it addresses.

The Value of the Factious Spirit

Author: Wayne Jackson

If one believes in the ultimate conquest of good over evil, he can see, even in factiousness, something of the good, the positive, and the noble.

What Is the Eternal Sin?

Author: Wayne Jackson

Jesus once spoke of an "eternal" sin, for which there is no forgiveness. What was that sin? Can it be committed today?

Reasoning from the Visible to the Invisible

Author: Wayne Jackson

Can one know that God exists? Can he know that he has been saved? If so, how? "Reason" with us on this important topic.

What About Christian Fellowship?

Author: Wayne Jackson

There are extremes to the left and right on the topic of Christian fellowship.

Jude 1 - The Possibility of Apostasy

Author: Wayne Jackson

The book of Jude argues forcefully against the misguided notion that no child of God can ever be lost.

What Is Truth? -- A Question for the Ages

Author: Wayne Jackson

A careful investigation of the biblical text provides a powerful antidote to the postmodern confusion which alleges that truth is subjective, elusive, and ephemeral.

Were Old Testament Sexual Regulations Unreasonable?

Author: Wayne Jackson

It is commonly charged that certain documents of the Old Testament are unbalanced in terms of sexual matters? This allegation reflects a misunderstanding of the sacred text. This week's Question addresses this matter.

Will Our Children Trust in the Lord?

Author: Jason Jackson

"Trust the Lord" is a message that must be communicated to our children. They must learn to follow the Lord's way. God's way will always be the right way and the best way to live.

Jeremiah 1:5 - Jeremiah's Call

Author: Wayne Jackson

There are three features of God's call of Jeremiah that are important to note.

Understanding Forgiveness

Author: Wayne Jackson

We must try to master the art of forgiving--for others' sake, and for our own.

What Is the History of Infant Sprinkling?

Author: Wayne Jackson

When did the practice of infant sprinkling originate? Was it an apostolic practice? Or did it develop later? Let us look at the historical facts.

The Pain of Lingering Regrets

Author: Wayne Jackson

Every sensitive soul is troubled from time to time by regrets that linger regarding past deeds in his life. There is a wrong way and a right way to deal with regret. Think about this matter with us in this week's Penpoints article.

3 John 2 - Body and Soul

Author: Wayne Jackson

The Apostle John shows an obvious distinction between the body and the soul.

The Magic of Kindness

Author: Wayne Jackson

If we would emulate our God, we will cultivate kindness. This one moral attribute can work wonders on both friends and enemies.

What Was that "Light" before the Sun (Genesis 1:3)?

Author: Wayne Jackson

Is the Bible incorrect in referring to the existence of "light" before the creation of the sun? What was that mysterious "light" on the first day of Earth's history?

If We Never Meet Again

Author: Jason Jackson

In a farewell to the Ephesian elders, Paul reminded the brethren of his life and ministry among them (Acts 20:18-21). In what Paul believed to be his last opportunity to see them, he recollected former days to encourage their fidelity in the future.