Content on James 2:21–26

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  1. Do Human Beings Have an Immortal Soul?

    There are those known as “conditionalists” who argue for the eventual annihilation of the wicked. The gentleman asking this question does not appear to be in this category, but he repeats a charge familiar to their theology. Conditionalists frequently suggest that Bible students believing in the ...

    Question answered by Wayne Jackson

  2. Justified by Faith

    Romans 5:1-2 is a beautiful text, so filled with meaning. Unfortunately, it has been terribly misunderstood by many. Study this sacred passage with us.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  3. Paul’s Spectacular Journey

    Study with us the thrilling text in 2 Corinthians, regarding Paul’s spectacular journey into Paradise.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  4. Some Facts About Death

    Death is a mysterious subject—one that many are ill at ease in discussing. But the Bible can provide one with an altogether different perspective.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  5. Does the Bible Sanction Rahab’s Lying?

    Some charge that the Bible is inconsistent since it condemns lying, yet appears to endorse Rahab’s involvement in this very sin. How is this supposed discrepancy to be explained?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  6. When Does a Human Person Begin?

    Does a human person begin at conception, uterine implantation, viability, birth or at some point after birth?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  7. He Restores My Soul

    Does your soul need to be restored? The Great Shepherd of Psalm 23 promises to restore our souls.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  8. Who Is in Control of Death?

    When a Christian loved one dies, folks often say, “God called him home.” Yet scripture seems to say that the devil has the “power of death” (Hebrews 2:14). Who does cause death?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  9. Ecclesiastes 3:19-21 — Man, Animals, and Death

    Does the Bible teach that man, along with animals, is completely mortal? Study this topic with us.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  10. Does Divine Justification Exclude Human Obedience?

    It is frequently alleged that “justification” is a process accomplished wholly by God, and any “obedience” on the part of man is excluded. But this theory, sincere as it may be, is seriously erroneous. Study this issue with us.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  11. The Biblical View of Death

    What does death involve? This terminal human experience can be a frightening prospect indeed if one is unprepared for it.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  12. The Significance of Small Things

    Have you considered the significance of “small things” — both good and evil?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  13. Are We Resurrected from the Dead When We Obey the Gospel?

    Before we obey the gospel, we are dead in sin (Eph. 2:1). But the question is, to what does this refer: the physical body or a spiritual condition? It refers, of course, to our spiritual condition. The passages cited in the question (Rom. 6:3-8; Col. 2:11-12) discuss the spiritual life we can hav...

    Question answered by Jason Jackson

  14. The Role of “Works” in God’s Plan of Redemption

    Many sincere people labor under the illusion that “works” play no role whatever in Heaven’s plan of redemption? Is this a correct view? Actually, it is not. Study this theme with us in this week’s Penpoints article.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  15. The Second Death — Separation or Annihilation?

    There is a growing movement in “Christendom” to repudiate the biblical doctrine of a “hell” that is characterized by everlasting torment, as a result of being separated from God. This is a deadly position that must be opposed vigorously.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  16. Did God Create Evil?

    How can God be viewed as good, when the Bible suggests that he created evil?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  17. The New Slavery

    Most everyone of the civilized nations finds the practice of human slavery abhorrent. The shocking fact is, however, slavery exists in profusion today, though it is scarcely recognized by most people. Read this engaging article on the “New Slavery.”

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  18. The Assault upon Mark 16:16

    The denominational community has long assaulted Mark 16:16 due to the simplicity of the passage in including baptism as a preliminary condition of salvation. Now, such attacks are coming even from certain “change agents” within the body of Christ. This article highlights one such recent effort.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  19. Why Was Cain’s Sacrifice Rejected?

    The record of Cain’s rejected sacrifice reads: ““And in process of time it came to pass, that Cain brought of the fruit of the ground an offering unto Jehovah. And Abel, he also brought of the firstlings of his flock and of the fat thereof. And Jehovah had respect unto Abel and to his offering: b...

    Question answered by Jared Jackson

  20. Soul and Spirit: What’s the Difference?

    What is the difference between a soul and a spirit in the Bible?

    Article by Wayne Jackson