Mentioned only in 1 Corinthians 11:20. See COMMUNION.

See TALMUD.

See ELECT.

Does the prohibition of the law of Moses, against making “markings” in the flesh condemn modern tatoos?

Should a Christian join the denominational organization called the Gideons as a means of promoting the gospel?

Some argue that John the Baptist’s teaching – that it was not lawful for Herod to have his brother’s wife (Mk. 6:18) – establishes a New Testament example of how someone today may be required to leave his wife.

A reader feels there may be some conflict between the first two chapters of the book of Genesis. But is this the case? Take a closer look at the supposed problem.

In 1 Corinthians 14, Paul mentions those who, when speaking in tongues, utter “mysteries.” Does this phraseology support the idea that these tongues are not human languages, but, instead, special “ecstatic” tongues?

Is the baptism in Mark 16:16 a baptism in water or is it of some other sort?

Is it wrong for the elders of a local congregation to ask the members to “pledge” what they intend to give each week into the church treasury for the coming year?

A puzzling passage that contains great wisdom for church leadership.

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

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

Some songs certainly are unscriptural. But we should be sure that we do not irrationally object to songs based on our own misunderstanding of the Scriptures.

Must the Bible explicitly condemn something to make it wrong?

The Hebrews writer appeals to the profane attitude of Esau in order to teach us something about the nature of irreversible consequences. If we treat lightly the promises of God and forfeit the Christian inheritance, it will be too late for tears come judgment.

Allen Webster’s new book is a valuable study on Jehovah’s attitude towards those often quoted “seven things” he hates. We highly recommend this as a welcome addition to your library.

How do you maintain your faith in the face of personal tragedy?

Do preborn babies deserve human rights protections? An honest look at the scientific evidence.