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Article LORD and Lord: What’s the Difference?
Why does the title “lord” appear in two formats in the Old Testament—i.e., “LORD” and “Lord”?
Article Jeane Dixon and the Psychic Hall of Shame
Do you remember Jeane Dixon? She was a world-renowned “psychic.”
Article Jonah 1:1–2—the Prophet’s Commission
God’s commission to the prophet Jonah provides insight into the nature of God and our relationship to him.
Article Unpacking the Second Epistle of Peter: Its Authenticity, Themes, and Relevance
This article by Wayne Jackson provides a detailed analysis of the Second Epistle of Peter in the New Testament. It discusses its authorship, themes, and relevance to the Christian faith. The article also explores the controversies surrounding its authenticity and the teachings it presents.
Article The Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem
On Sunday, before his crucifixion on Friday, Jesus entered the city of Jerusalem, riding on a donkey. The crowds worshipped him. What was the significance of this momentous event? Study this episode with us. It is rich with precious truths.
Article Unpacking Ted Cruz’s Claim: Is Supporting Modern Israel Biblically Mandated?
The article examines Ted Cruz’s claim that supporting the modern nation of Israel is biblically mandated, exploring the context and interpretation of relevant Bible verses and concluding that the Bible does not require political support for modern Israel.
Article Ishmael: His Hand Against Every Man
The remarkable biblical prophecies concerning Ishmael are explored—especially the historical emergence of his descendants and their warlike characteristics.
Question Gog and Magog — What Is the Meaning of Revelation 20:8?
Let’s review the text from which this question comes.

“And when the thousand years are ended, Satan will be released from his prison and will come out to deceive the nations that are at the four c...

Article The Tragedy of Pontius Pilate
Pontius Pilate, the governor of Judea who presided at the trial of Jesus, was truly a tragic character. Yet, he was providentially used by God to establish the innocence of Christ. Wayne Jackson takes a look at Pilate in this week’s Penpoints.
Article The Value of Modesty
Is modesty a lost virtue? Can it be regained?
Article What Is Leviathan?
This article discusses the possibility of “leviathan,” mentioned in Job, chapter 41.
Article What Is His Name?
Is Proverbs 30:4 a proof text for the eternal sonship doctrine, or does it teach us something profound about man and his relationship with his Creator?
Question What About Social Drinking and the Old Testament?
My first impression is that such a suggestion reflects the disposition of a carnal mind that is seeking justification for worldliness! I must observe, however, that such a view of this passage is n...
Bible Term Heavens, New
On several occasions the Scriptures speak of a “new heavens and a new earth” (2 Peter 3:13; Revelation 21:1). What does the phrase mean? It does not refer to a literal new heavens and earth. This i...
Article A Note from Richard Dawkins
Article 2 Peter 3:13—New Heavens and New Earth
What is the meaning of the expression “new heavens and a new earth” as found in 2 Peter 3:13?
Question Was the Fruit of the Vine Fermented?
As to the nature of the fruit of the vine employed during the Passover supper, the New Testament (Matt. 26:26-29, etc.) itself is not explicit in its definition of the expression. Linguistically, "...
Question Who Is Lucifer?
In the King James Version of the Bible, Isaiah 14:12 reads:

“How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! how art thou cut down to the ground, which didst weaken the nations!”

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Article Is a “Loveless Marriage” Scriptural Grounds for Divorce?
When “Sick at Heart” wrote to “Dear Abby” concerning her loveless marriage, Abby directed her to seek a “spiritual advisor.” One such advisor wrote in with his perspective. Was it spiritual? For advice to be spiritual and beneficial, it must be scriptural. Jason Jackson challenges “Reverend” Norman L. Conaway’s claim to be providing spiritual advice.
Article The Use of the Preposition “Eis” in Matthew 12:41
In Acts 2:38 Peter contended that baptism is “for” (eis) the remission of sins. Since many religionists deny this biblical truth, they seek comfort in a supposed parallel that they imagine nullifies the force of eis in Acts 2:38. Some imagine they have found a solution to their theological problem in Matthew 12:41. But have they?