Many liberal theologians do not believe in the predictive prophecy of the Old Testament. Therefore, they claim that the term “virgin” should be translated as “young maiden” or “young woman.” Is this true?

Are extraordinary methods for achieving pregnancy, e.g., artificial insemination by a third party donor, ethically permissible? Some contend that “how” a woman achieves pregnancy is not a material issue. The Old Testament case of Tamar is even employed as proof. What does the evidence really show?

How do atheists determine what is moral or immoral? While they frequently claim there is a “standard,” closer examination reveals that the name of the game is “make up your own rules.”

Does the Bible forbid a woman to wear pants or slacks?

Is performance singing with praise teams, choirs or solos acceptable in the worship of Christ’s assembly? What are the arguments for and against this modern movement?

This article discusses the false doctrine of the “immaculate conception” of Mary, mother of Jesus.

A puzzling passage that contains great wisdom for church leadership.

Division “contrary to the doctrine” of Christ is wrong (Romans 16:17); but division, consistent with the Lord’s teaching, is not. Let faithful men and women work for a church that is united—but united upon the basis of biblical truth, not sectarian compromise (John 17:17).

The Corinthian Christians had promised a contribution for their poor brethren in Jerusalem. But they had failed to keep their pledge. How was Paul to motivate them to have a greater spiritual vision?

The article explores the Roman Catholic belief of Apostle Peter as the original pontiff of the primitive church, arguing against it with references from Peter’s personal writings and other biblical texts.

It is not difficult to see how vital it is to understand the role of Jesus’ blood in God’s redemptive plan.

What is a command in the New Testament and what is merely cultural and not binding today?

If someone lusts have they committed adultery?

The church is facing a crisis in the early days of this new millennium. There is a drastic shortage of qualified Bible class teachers. Church leaders need to train new teachers, and those already in that capacity need to take their jobs seriously.

Is there a congregational obligation to help others, especially by supporting the preaching of the gospel in other places?

Both the preacher and his audience have responsibilities in the kingdom of Christ.

In an effort to attract larger crowds, some churches are now encouraging animal-lovers to bring their pets to worship services. In this week’s Penpoints, Wayne Jackson lampoons this ludicrous practice.

In Genesis 3:15, God announces that the serpent’s head will be crushed by the seed of woman. What is the meaning of this intriguing prophecy in the book of Genesis?

A study of Cyrus the Great and his role in biblical prophecy