Does any man have the right to forgive sins? Some suggest that Jesus granted this authority to the apostles, and then, through them, to others (see John 20:23). Can you explain this passage?

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

Some contend this passage indicates that miracles are a present-day reality. Wayne Jackson explains why this cannot be true.

Mel Gibson’s motion picture, “The Passion of the Christ,” has ignited a storm of controversy, once again raising the question, “Who was responsible for the death of Jesus of Nazareth?” This week’s Penpoints explores this “hot” topic.

What will be the ultimate fate of those who never have a chance to hear the gospel of Christ? This is a question with which every sensitive soul struggles.

Bible critics have charged that Luke 2:1-3 is rife with historical errors. Yet the following points more than vindicate the great historian.

Does Deborah’s service as a judge of Israel authorize leadership roles for women in the Lord’s church?

What is the relationship between the Christian and the government?

Could Hosea’s assessment of Israel be applicable to the Lord’s people today?

The divinely prescribed method of church discipline is effective.

Mel Gibson’s movie, “The Passion of the Christ,” continues to generate controversy —especially the prolonged scenes of violence. How does this emphasis compare to the Gospel accounts of the death of Christ? Read this week’s Penpoints for a discussion of this matter.

Why does the Jehovah’s Witness’ Bible render John 1:1 as, “the Word was a god”?

The appellation of “Christian” is widely used as a category of people. But who, in fact, is (and who is not) a Christian?

Luke 17:31ff has been a confusing text to some Bible students. Does this section of Scripture refer to the destruction of Jerusalem (A.D. 70), or to the final Coming of Christ? This context is examined in this week’s Q&A segment.

A critic has disputed the biblical position that water baptism is requisite for the forgiveness of sins. He contends that one cannot be saved by a “corruptible” method. But “water” is corruptible. Thus, it has no place in the plan of redemption. Does the argument have merit? Read this article and see.

It is commonly alleged that Jesus, in John 6:37, endorsed the idea of “predestination” as popularized by John Calvin in the 16th century. Did he? Study this question with us.

The Old Testament identifies the father of Samuel the prophet as both a Levite and an Ephraimite. How can this be? Did the Old Testament writers make a mistake? Not hardly. Below is one possible explanation for the seeming conflict.

Have you considered the significance of “small things” — both good and evil?

Is it necessary to be a member of a local church?

The Old Testament has much to say about Jesus Christ. The following outline will prove helpful in learning more about our Savior.