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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.
The first five books of the Old Testament are invaluable for the serious Bible student – in many different ways. Jason Jackson discusses these magnificent documents.
In the book of Exodus, there is a text that is thrilling beyond words to express. It contains prophecies of Israel’s future, and a promise of providence that is utterly baffling. Study this passage with us in this week’s Penpoints.
What was the nature of the product of Jesus’ first miracle at Cana?
Mohammed’s system is vigorously opposed to the facts of the Christian gospel.
One of the great scenes of Old Testament history is the exodus of Israel from Egyptian bondage. In this article, we wish to consider four aspects of this epochal event — the date of the exodus, the visitation of plagues upon Egypt, the passover, and the passage through the Red Sea.
What is the difference between a soul and a spirit in the Bible?
The Samaritans accepted only the Pentateuch (Genesis through Deuteronomy) as Scripture, yet they confidently anticipated the Messiah. In the Temple court, Peter preached: ““Moses indeed said, A prophet shall the Lord God raise up unto you from among your brethren, like unto me; to him shall ye he...
Human beings generally are concerned about the benefits package associated with their employment. God’s “benefits package” is marvelous beyond description, as Psalm 103 reveals. This study considers the marvelous benefits bestowed upon the children of God.
Do the Gospel Accounts contradict themselves in the matter of whether Jesus ate the Passover Supper?
May one criticize the activities of a church of which he is not a member, without being guilty of judging?
This article discusses the meaning of Matthew 18:20 in its immediate context.
Who was John the Baptist? What was his relationship to Jesus?
One of the most fascinating areas of Bible study is that of typology—the study of Scripture “types.”
It is a noble and worthy challenge to love with the love that Jesus has for all mankind.
Christ taught much about sin, and we would profit from a humble reflection on some of the sayings of Jesus about sin.
Some make the claim that the Scriptures are in conflict in the matter of the morality of incest. But the allegation is false.
The Greek term porne is a comprehensive term, covering every form of illicit sexual activity by human beings. Note the following passages that help us understand this word. Single people who wish to satisfy their sexual appetites may marry. Otherwise, such activity is "fornication" (1 Cor. 7:2). ...
The church in Corinth had numerous spiritual problems, one of which was its tolerance of flagrant immorality. In his letter to this church, the apostle delivers a sharp rebuke. Happily, it produce a healthy result.
Are some sins “greater” than others? There is a sense in which any sin will condemn. There is another sense in which greater responsibility is attached to some acts of sin. Explore this topic with us.