The Lord expects his disciples to demonstrate a loving disposition, while, at the same time, defending the truth vigorously. All of us to some extent, have made errors in both of these areas. And sometimes, we do more harm than good when attempting to defend truth with incorrect reasoning. This is part three in a three-part series, “Defending the Faith with a Broken Sword.”

Meth ... pot ... fentanyl ... or “ME”? Which addiction has more victims?

A new controversy: In recent years, it has become somewhat popular with some to dispute the meaning of the term ekklesia. Does the etymology of this Greek word in the New Testament have any relevance today? What does the word ekklesia mean?

Why do our children succumb to apostasy when they reach maturity? What can we do about it?

One of the darkest days of King David’s administration arrived when he succumbed to lust and destroyed a friend.

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

The Bible frequently speaks of the “reading” of the Scriptures, and even the reading of them aloud. Is this mere circumstance, or is there a deeper truth implied in these descriptives?

When we are suffering, is God really watching over us? Does he really care?

Humankind has always been fascinated by the idea of talking to the dead. Necromancy is condemned in the Bible, but is speaking with the dead possible?

How can you really help change the direction of our nation? By following this simple plan.

We are living in a time when the “work ethic” is suffering enormously. More and more people want to do less and less for higher pay.

The Jewish feast of Purim has its origin in the book of Esther.

What happens when you die and your soul is separated from your body? There are diverse views about this matter. Here is one for your study and reflection.

A popular-level commentary of the two prophetic books penned by Jeremiah

The book of Genesis is a narrative dealing with “beginnings,” as the title of the document indicates. One of the beginnings in Genesis is the record of how human beings came to speak different languages.

Last week the nation was thrown into a firestorm of controversy when the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the phrase “under God” in the Pledge of Allegiance, when recited in schools, is in violation of the U.S. Constitution. Wayne Jackson offers his thoughts on this issue.

The Islamic system is growing rapidly in America, and Christians need to familiarize themselves with the history and basic teachings of this religion.