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The term “worldly” is not uncommon in our language. But what does the word really signify?
Benedict XVI, the current “pope” of the Roman Catholic Church, recently ignited a firestorm of controversy by reaffirming the oft-made church claim that salvation is found exclusively in the Roman Church.
There are many wonderful truths regarding God upon which the sincere soul should meditate. In this article we consider but three. Reflect upon these with us.
Does the privilege of prayer apply equally to every one? Are there limitations on objectives for which one may pray? Are there conditions regulating the effectiveness of prayer? Let us reflect upon these challenging questions.
Study with us the thrilling text in 2 Corinthians, regarding Paul’s spectacular journey into Paradise.
In the final book of the Old Testament there is a stunning prophecy that deals with the mission of John the Baptizer and the Lord Jesus—who was the object of John’s preparatory work. A study of this text pays rich dividends.
There are many ideas that people have about who will be in Heaven. Since no one on Earth today has ever personally experienced going to Heaven, all we have to go on is what has been revealed and confirmed through the Scriptures. What Does the Bible Actually Say About Who Will Go to Heaven? First,...
In 1 Corinthians, chapter 2, Paul speaks of those “things” which God has prepared for them who love him. Let us contemplate this thrilling context and some of the truths it teaches.
Psalm 69 provides comfort to those passing through difficult times.
Why does the Catholic Church place such great emphasis upon Mary, the mother of Christ? Is this proper?
This and numerous other New Testament verses establish the fact that the Holy Spirit is a divine Person.
Christ taught much about sin, and we would profit from a humble reflection on some of the sayings of Jesus about sin.
Recently Hollywood actor, Tom Cruise, has provided considerable publicity for the movement called “Scientology.” Just what is the nature of this “religion”?
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.
When adversity strikes, how does one cope? People respond differently; some valiantly — others not so. For those who have confidence in the Scriptures, Christ provides the answer. Jason Jackson comments on this in this week’s Penpoints.
It is now urgent that courageous men and women repeat the ancient refrain, “ask for the old paths ... and walk therein ....”
In a micro-exclamation of praise, Paul has captured the whole of redemptive history — Heaven’s operations on behalf of Adam’s fallen children. It yet leaves us stunned!
The sacred expression, “in the days of his flesh,” is wonderfully rich — in its explicit affirmation and in its implications.
There are three characteristics of love evident in the Apostle John’s inspired statement.
While the resurrection of Christ is generally recognized as the foundation of Christianity, his ascension is equally significant.