Content on Hebrews 3:1—4:13

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  1. Spiritual Warfare Is Real, Difficult, and Dangerous

    The devil is after us. He wants us to join him in hell’s fire. In Ephesians 6:12-18, the apostle Paul pleads with Christians to take the devil’s malicious plans seriously. He calls upon us to appropriate the only available means to stand against the wiles of Satan — the whole armor of God. Such w...

    Article by Jason Jackson

  2. Defending the Faith with a Broken Sword — Part 1

    Can we do more harm than good when defending the truth with incorrect reasoning?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  3. An Amazing Text of Prophecy and Providence

    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.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  4. Who Is Paul’s “Man of Sin”?

    Who is the sinister “man of sin” mentioned in 2 Thessalonians 2?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  5. The Holy Scriptures: Verbally Inspired

    The Scriptures are either inspired by God or they are not.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  6. Does the Case of Cornelius Prove the “Sinner’s Prayer” Doctrine?

    Does God grant pardon to the “alien sinner” by means of prayer? Some suggest that the case of Cornelius (Acts 10) supplies an affirmative answer. This week’s question explores this issue.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  7. In What Sense Has Christ Abolished Death?

    Paul informed Timothy that Jesus Christ “abolished death” (2 Tim. 1:10). Yet, elsewhere the apostle indicates that death will not be abolished until the return of the Lord (see 1 Cor. 15:24-26). How is the Bible student to reconcile this seeming conflict?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  8. 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

  9. I Want What You Have

    The Christian has what everyone is trying so hard to obtain. So what does the Christian have? A study of Romans 5:1-9 reveals the wonderful blessings everyone needs.

    Article by Jason Jackson

  10. Why Does Hebrews 8:13 Use the Present Tense?

    Some Bible students are puzzled that the writer of Hebrews uses present tense forms (8:13) to depict the passing of the Mosaic law. How are these to be explained in light of Bible teaching elsewhere that the law of Moses was abolished by the death of Christ (Eph. 2:15)?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  11. Islam and the Enemy

    It has been charged that both Christianity and Islam are religions of violence. In this article, the teachings of these two systems, regarding how to treat one’s enemies, are laid side by side.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  12. Exploring the Concept of Priesthood

    The study of the concept of priesthood contains many valuable facets. It also is fraught with religious error. This article discusses both of these aspects.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  13. How Is God To Be “Known”?

    Can God be known from nature? Or are the Scriptures required for a fuller knowledge of the Creator? This article explores these questions.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  14. Hank Hanegraaff and the “Christian Research Institute”

    Over the years the folks at C.R.I. (Martin, Hanegraaff, et al.) have lustily pursued debate encounters with a host of cultists. They have engaged the heretical movements in verbal and written battles time and again, and begged for additional conflicts.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  15. Do the Imprecatory Psalms and Christian Ethics Clash?

    Troubled souls often raise such questions: If all parts of the Bible are equally inspired, how do you explain passages like Psalms 69:22-28, which call for punishment upon one’s enemies?

    Article by Jason Jackson

  16. Does Mapping the Human Genome Prove Evolution?

    Scientists recently announced that they have “mapped” the human genome. Some are alleging that this discovery contains positive proof for Darwin’s theory of evolution. Wayne Jackson addresses this issue.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  17. New Hermeneutic: An Abandonment of Reason

    All new things are not always better. Many of the “new” ways of interpreting the Bible are merely designed to keep you from truly understanding the Scriptures.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  18. The Power of Example

    The Bible repeatedly appeals to the power of example. God himself is our example, as is Christ. Of course, Christians should demonstrate exemplary attributes as well in obedience and love.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  19. A Study of Biblical Types

    One of the most fascinating areas of Bible study is that of typology—the study of Scripture “types.”

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  20. The President, Adultery, and “Baptist Rules”

    The dangerous and harmful effects of the false doctrine that a child of God cannot fall from grace

    Article by Wayne Jackson