Communism has held millions of people in its oppressive grasp, forcing a distribution of personal resources among the masses. Some even allege that early Christianity was characterized by this disposition. They contend that anyone in “need” has a “right” to the prosperity of others. In this week’s Question & Answer segment, Jason Jackson addresses this issue.

Derek Stanesby was expelled from the pulpit where he often was invited to speak, because he attacked the Bible, denying that it is the “word of God.”

Part 1 in a two-part series on Bertrand Russell’s reasons why he rejected Christianity

Consider these two points gleaned from Paul’s confrontation with the apostle Peter.

The matter of “stewardship” is a vital biblical concept. The following study in contrast is one that challenges the sincere child of God.

An examination of the Mormon doctrine of vicarious baptism—the baptism for the dead

Is it proper to use the name “Palestine” for the territory of Israel today?

No one can “snatch” Christ’s sheep away from him. (Jn. 10:28). But does this mean that a child of God can never fall from grace and be lost eternally?

It is a wonderful thing when Christians rush to the assistance of others during times of disaster. But do we always think clearly about the way we implement these efforts? A word of caution surely is in order. One aspect of this issue is addressed in this week’s Penpoints column.

Was Jesus Christ “immersed” in the Jordan River, or did John merely pour water upon the Lord’s head? Some scholars have attempted to argue that the case for Jesus’ “immersion” cannot be proved. But what does the evidence actually reveal?

Did the mother of Jesus ever sin?

Every Old Testament book, to some extent, focuses upon the coming of Christ. This is no less true of the book of Hosea.

The book of Zechariah teaches important truths about the Messiah. Study it with us in this week’s Margin Notes.

Does this passage authorize the use of mechanical instruments of music in worship to God? Many erroneously contend that it does. Study this important issue with us.

There is, perhaps, no greater exhortation to unity, anywhere in the Bible, that surpasses that of Psalm 133.

Does the New Testament indicate that a time will come when miraculous gifts will be replaced by something better? What could be “more complete” or “unified” than the many differing gifts of the Spirit received by the first Christians?

How should one interpret the use of the numeral 144, 000 in the book of Revelation?

It is unfortunate that so many think they can trifle with the Creator of the Universe and not be held accountable. What a tragic mistake this is.

Our Jewish friends offer numerous objections to the identification of Jesus of Nazareth as the promised “Messiah” of Old Testament prophecy. In this week’s Q&A, we deal with one of these.

Some background information regarding the Psalms will help the Bible student as he considers the grand truths of this Old Testament document.