Bible Term Advocate
The apostle John affirms that Jesus functions as an “Advocate” on behalf of his people (1 John 2:1). The Greek word for advocate is parakletos, literally suggesting “to call to one’s side.” The ter...
Article 1 John 2:1—The Advocate
Christ is our attorney, pleading our case before the Father. What a thrilling concept!
Article The Divine Pattern of Acceptable Worship—Part 2
What is acceptable worship? This article is the second in a two-part series.
Article God’s Plan of Salvation for His Lost Children
How can a fallen away Christian be restored to fellowship with Christ and his church?
Article Did Matthew Blunder?
Matthew, in appealing to a prophecy, seems to attribute it to Jeremiah, whereas the Old Testament has it in the book of Zechariah. Critics, in characteristic fashion, have charged Matthew with an error.
Article The Syrophoenician Woman: A Woman of Great Faith
As I was studying recently through the Gospel of Mark, I was reintroduced to this wonderful individual—the Syrophoenician woman. I know that we can learn from this episode in the life of Jesus. Consider with me why our Lord described this Gentile lady as a woman of great faith.
Article The Philanthropic Nature of Christianity
The arrival of Christianity provided refreshing encouragement of love of fellow man to a time that was marked by the lack of philanthropy.
Article The Menace of Radical Preterism
A brief review of the heretical doctrine of realized eschatology
Article The Divine Pattern of Acceptable Worship—Part 1
What is acceptable worship? This article is the first in a two-part series.
Article This Generation Shall Not Pass Away
Are the visible signs of Matthew 24 indicators of the Lord’s second coming or of a conflict that would occur within the lifespan of “that generation”?
Article A Rebellion in Heaven
Is there biblical evidence that there once was a rebellion among angels in heaven?
Article What’s This Mars Stuff All About?
Scientists continue to pursue the hunt for life on other planets. The Mars rover experiments are but another recent example of this vain objective of the evolutionary community.
Article The Power of the Pen
Wayne Jackson reflects on the power of Christian writing for influencing faith and education. Learn from a lifetime dedicated to the pen’s might and the Bible’s wisdom.
Question The Gospel Writers and Their Quotations from Jesus
This is a good question, but the alleged problem is not of serious import. Let us consider the following factors.

General PrinciplesFirst, it has long been recognized that when referring to anothe...

Article Is It Okay to Lie Sometimes?
Explore Christian ethics on lying and mental reservation. Learn how truth aligns with Biblical teachings.
Question What Is the Baptism of Fire?
I believe the brother is mistaken in his view. Several things should be noted.

First, it should be understood that Matthew’s record is a very abbreviated account of John’s ongoing ministry. Vast m...

Bible Term Timothy 1
This is Paul’s first letter to his convert, Timothy, who was from the city of Lystra (Acts 16:1). It appears to have been written after Paul’s release from his initial Roman imprisonment (Acts 28)....
Article Will the Earth Abide Forever?
Does Ecclesiastes 1:4 prove that the earth will abide forever?
Bible Term Timothy 2
This is Paul’s last letter before his execution. It was written during his final Roman imprisonment.

The epistle summons Timothy to Paul’s side. It is intended to help Timothy understand the event...

Bible Term Holy
“Holy” is from the Greek hagios, which carries the idea of something “separated” from other things. The word is applied to various persons and things in the Bible.

• God utterly stands apart from...