How should we view the writings of Paul? The apostle claimed that his message was from God.

Homosexuality is not the fun and free lifestyle that the media images we see everyday portray. It is a destructive and damnable pattern of behavior that is characterized as sinful rebellion against our Creator. But it can be overcome.

Why do most modern translations use the word baptize, an anglicized Greek word, rather than translating the Greek word into English?

The Bible is such a marvelously rich volume. It contains countless tiny details — little nuggets of truth containing great lessons — which one is likely to pass over in his reading if he is not very studious. Let us consider for a moment an interesting narrative in the book of Acts.

A subtle, but important, point from the Greek text helps us to distinguish several factors in the plan of salvation

Faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love are all qualities the apostle Peter identifies as qualifying one’s salvation.

This article calls for reflection upon the need to be right with God, in view of sudden tragedies.

The book of Jude argues forcefully against the misguided notion that no child of God can ever be lost.

Did the apostle Paul teach that baptism was not necessary for salvation from sins? By no means. Study this passage with us.

The judgment pronounced on pagan nations by Amos the prophet point to the accountability of all people to the laws of God.

All who wish to enjoy the remission of past sins will call on the name of the Lord by obeying the gospel plan of redemption. In no other way can one receive pardon.

On January 31, 2000, we reported in an article titled Another Fossil Flub about the embarrassing admission National Geographic posted on their web site, January 24, 2000. Now, we learn there was more than just an accidental mix up.

The earthly life of Terry Schiavo has ended, but the controversy that surrounded this case is far from over. How does one assess these tragic life-and-death situations which are fraught with difficult ethical questions? Ponder this issue with us in this week’s Penpoints.

While it is certainly true that grace is a thrilling element in the divine scheme of things, it is not true that it is unconditionally dispensed, or that it is obtained merely by believing. Study this issue with us.

Did Jesus Christ lay aside His deity when He became human?

This striking passage clarifies the connection between one’s knowledge of the truth and his salvation.

Where is the hope of the righteous to be eternally realized — on earth or in heaven? The Bible’s answer is very clear.

The fact that we are “kept” for Jesus Christ does not diminish our responsibility.

What will be the state of the wicked after their death, prior to judgment?

The admonition, “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psa. 46:10), is often misunderstood. In this brief article, Jason Jackson explores the meaning of the sacred text.