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The expression “Crossing the Rubicon” is famous for deadly decisions that cannot be retracted. There are many of these in life that elicit some reflection.
What is the meaning of Balaam’s prophecy that begins: “I see him, but not now”?
The term “last” is applied to several different things in the New Testament. There are valuable lessons for you to think about embedded in these descriptions.
The declaration, “The righteous shall live by faith,” is found several times in the Bible. What is the significance of the expression? This essay explores this issue.
Psalm 26 is a thrilling example of a sincere man, most likely king David, who, in spite of personal weaknesses, was generally a man of integrity. He begs the Lord to examine his heart and bless him.
How does God, the Creator of human life, view death? Certainly not in the way many humans do. What does the Bible say about the matter?
Many fail to appreciate the mysterious operation of divine providence. Paul was quite aware of it.
Have you ever heard of a good person who has done a very bad thing? Why does this happen?
Many analysts see some serious “flaws” in what is called “the new Christian generation.” It does appear there are serious problems with many who identify themselves with Jesus Christ.
The American Standard Version of the New Testament suggests that a woman must “fear” her husband. Does this seem reasonable?
How should one view the literature of the Bible? As a mere human production? Or as the inspired word of God? First it is imperative that the sincere student ascertain how the biblical writers themselves viewed their productions. That is the thrust of this month’s Feature article. Study with us.
The arrival of Christianity provided refreshing encouragement of love of fellow man to a time that was marked by the lack of philanthropy.
Some songs certainly are unscriptural. But we should be sure that we do not irrationally object to songs based on our own misunderstanding of the Scriptures.
Though the earth was once a paradise, it is now a planet plagued with “evil.” Why are there so many problems within our earthly environment? Study this challenging issue with us in this month’s Feature article.
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.
There are extremes to the left and right on the topic of Christian fellowship.
Does the Bible teach that a Christian cannot ever fall away from grace?
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.
Edward Gibbon’s monumental work of history provides great insight into early Christianity.
The Psalms have much to say about Jesus the Messiah. Jason Jackson details the characteristics of these moving prophecies.