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There are numerous examples from history of valiant Christians who went to their deaths as martyrs, singing hymns and happily praising God. How were they able to exude such a joyful demeanor? Whence their sense of fearlessness that seems to elude so many today?
Why do some people claim the God of the Old Testament is harsh, while the Christ of the New Testament is gentle? Is this claim proof that the Bible is inconsistent in describing the nature of God?
The sacred expression, “in the days of his flesh,” is wonderfully rich — in its explicit affirmation and in its implications.
A careful investigation of the biblical text provides a powerful antidote to the postmodern confusion which alleges that truth is subjective, elusive, and ephemeral.
Poignant words concisely spoken are echoed in worship assemblies every Lord’s Day. In remembrance of him, Christians recall the words of Jesus, “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many unto remission of sins” (Matt. 26:28).
Is it wrong to disagree about religious doctrine?
The Book of Job is one of the most magnificent documents of literary history. This treatise may be studied from several vantage points. One of these is to examine some of the penetrating questions that are posed in the book. In this month’s Feature, Wayne Jackson explores some of these queries.
Did Jesus receive a fair trial? Part 1 of this study examines the nature of the Lord’s path through the legal system of the time.
The article examines the concept of Sola Scriptura and the errors advocated by the Roman Catholic Church regarding the nature and authority of the Scriptures. It explores the validity of the Scriptures as the sole source of divine instruction and the role of the church in interpreting and teachin...
Is it possible to rediscover the church of the New Testament in today’s world? Many sincere people have never considered this possibility. But is it possible?
Speech is a very special gift from our Creator. It is a fresh challenge each day to channel our words for good.
Because of his overflowing love for humanity, could it be that Jesus chose to forever be identified with us in some way?
The apostle Paul’s reference to “the end” in 1 Corinthians 15 examined.
For Bible believers, there can be no compromise between evolutionary chronology and the biblical historical record.
Is Satan an actual living, personal being? What does the Bible reveal about this malevolent enemy of God and man?
In Genesis 3:15 God announces that the serpent’s head will be crushed by the seed of woman. What is the meaning of this intriguing prophecy in the book of Genesis?
Unlike some other religions, the validity of Christian faith rests upon what we believe about the gospel of Christ. But what exactly must one know to become a child of God? Let’s explore these thoughts in this brief article.
The parable of the Good Samaritan has echoed down the corridors of time for the past 2,000 years. What makes it so memorable?
The phenomenon of “sin” has wrought a terrible harvest upon this earth. Consider this matter with us.
Jesus Christ is the most renowned person of human history? That being true, why are there so many false ideas circulating about him? Because people have biases and they “reinvent” a “Jesus” after their own presuppositions. In this article we review some of the bizarre theories.