The Lord expects his disciples to demonstrate a loving disposition, while, at the same time, defending the truth vigorously. All of us to some extent, have made errors in both of these areas. And sometimes, we do more harm than good when attempting to defend truth with incorrect reasoning. This is part two in a three-part series, “Defending the Faith with a Broken Sword.”

Legal authorities in New York City have fought against “Christian” symbolism in the city’s public schools, while defending the presence of both Jewish and Islamic symbolism. Some see this as an accelerating wave of antagonism against the Christian faith?

Who bears responsibility for the hardening of Pharaoh’s heart?

Borrowing from the legal terminology of the first century, the New Testament writers used the figure of a “last will and testament” to characterize that body of doctrine to which mankind is obligated in the Christian age, i.e., that era of time from the day of Pentecost until the Lord’s return. In this article, we examine several important features of a “last will and testament.”

The idea that all people will be saved appears to be gaining momentum. But the fact is, this dogma has no basis in Scripture and logically it is irrational.

What is the correct interpretation of this widely misunderstood passage?

After becoming a “child of God,” is it possible to lose one’s “inheritance”?

Peter’s recognition of fulfilled prophecies in Acts chapter 1 affirms the inspiration of Scripture.

As the inspired Paul affirms to the Romans, the natural world around us points to the existence and attributes of the Creator.

The account of Israel’s conquest of Jericho shows that grace may be conditional.

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.

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

It is time for a return to an era of fidelity that is seasoned with common sense and brotherly concern.

Some see the case of Elisha and the lads of Bethel as conduct unworthy of a prophet of God. Several alleged problems are addressed.

Some while back we published an article reviewing the Mormon dogma of “baptism for the dead.” A distinguished professor at Stanford University disputes our argumentation. This is our response to the gentleman.

The most common impression of Jesus is that of a loving, tender, compassionate Savior. But there is another side to that “coin” — the one portrayed in Revelation 19:11ff.

Does Ecclesiastes 1:4 prove that the earth will abide forever?

The “destruction” of 2 Thessalonians 1:9 is not equivalent to “extinction.”

Words can take on different senses depending upon the context in which they are found.

Some openly repudiate what they call “pattern theology.” The apostle Paul, however, did not.