Author: Wayne Jackson

While it is the case that as long as we are in the flesh, and constantly harassed by death, there will always be some degree of "uneasiness," in view of the victory accomplished by the Lord, we can approach the inevitable with spirits that are more tranquil.

Author: Wayne Jackson

A critic has accused the <i>Christian Courier</i> of misrepresenting Joseph Smith, Jr., founder of the Mormon Church, with reference to one of his alleged "revelations." Were we guilty of this infraction? Read this article and see.

Author: Jared Jackson

What are little girls made of? "Sugar and spice and everything nice" have been replaced by belly-button jewelry, super-small shirts, and pants that reveal far too much information.

Author: Wayne Jackson

Some openly repudiate what they call "pattern theology." The apostle Paul, however, did not.

Author: Wayne Jackson

We believe that there are principles which a judicious child of God might wish to consider in the planning of funerals.

Author: Wayne Jackson

What is the actual history of the Seven Sacraments?

Author: Jason Jackson

Train your children to avoid financial pitfalls, with the focus on being a faithful steward of all with which God blesses you. Reflect upon this important topic with Jason Jackson of the Christian Courier.

Author: Wayne Jackson

Cyrus was motivated by Isaiah's prophecy concerning him. This may be an interesting example of the workings of providence.

Author: Wayne Jackson

Members of the Lord's church are sometimes erroneously referred to as "Campbellites." What exactly is behind such appellation?

Author: Wayne Jackson

What about the terms "Godhead" and "Trinity"? Is it appropriate to use these words? Do they represent biblical ideas? Study this issue with us in this week's Q&A session.

Author: Wayne Jackson

In one of his final prayers, Paul prayed for those who had neglected him. What can we learn from this selfless act?

Author: Wayne Jackson

The Bible explicitly teaches that immersion is "for the remission of sins" (Acts 2:38).

Author: Wayne Jackson

The lessons learned from the Parable of the Prodigal Son - concerning the consequences of estrangement from God, and those qualities necessary for restoration, are treasures indeed.

Author: Jason Jackson

"Is it a sin for a Christian to be depressed? I am depressed sometimes, and I feel guilty about it. Can you give me any advice?" Christians should have the "peace that passes all understanding," which Paul describes in Philippians 4:6-7. But this assurance is conditioned on habitually fighting anxiety through prayer. In life, we will all suffer emotional downturns. But Christians look to Christ for comfort and support, and they will be blessed through the divine promise of peace.

Author: Wayne Jackson

Words can take on different senses depending upon the context in which they are found.

Author: Wayne Jackson

Unbelievers think they have discovered a discrepancy in 2 Chronicles 4:5. Yet, there is no provable error here.

Author: Wayne Jackson

The inspired psalmist affirmed that it was God who "formed the eye" (Psa. 94:9). Any "tidy-minded" infidel who thinks he has found a flaw in the fundamental design of the Creator's handiwork, had better use the eyes the Lord has given him, and "look again."

Author: William Woodson

Though the use of mechanical instruments of music in worship are common in both the Catholic and Protestant communities of "Christendom, " most people do not realize that this function was unknown to the churches of the apostolic age. Rather, the practice was an innovation that came centuries after the establishment of Christ's church, and such was wholly without New Testament authority. Noted scholar William Woodson discusses this digression in this month's Feature article.

Author: Wayne Jackson

Are Christians required to attend the formal worship meetings of their local congregation? There are varying views on this theme that are reflected in fluctuating patterns of church attendance. Let's take a look at this issue.

Author: Wayne Jackson

The seemingly tragic separation of Paul and Barnabas is well known to serious Bible students. What was the cause of this breach of work-association? Who was to blame? What might the Christian learn from this episode? Study this case with us.