Content on Matthew 10:1–18

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  1. What Is the Meaning of Matthew 10:23?

    Matthew 10:23 is a difficult text that has generated much controversy among Bible students. Just what is the meaning of the Lord’s statement, that the apostles will not have evangelized all the cities of Israel, “till the Son of man comes”? Wayne Jackson discusses this problem in this week’s Ques...

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  2. Judas Iscariot: From Apostle to Apostate

    Known as a traitor, Judas also was counted among the apostles before his notorious betrayal of Christ.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  3. The Great Commission According to Matthew

    One of the last instructions Christ gave to his apostles was to go make disciples of all the nations. In this article, we review the account of this solemn command as recorded in Matthew 28:18-20.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  4. Can a Christian Walk Away from God?

    Many believe that a Christian can never be lost. But what does the Bible say?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  5. The Explosive Growth of the Kingdom of Christ

    In the parable of the Mustard Seed, Jesus predicted that his kingdom would start in a small, relatively obscure fashion; exhibit extraordinary growth; and increase to a large size in proportion to its beginning. History has wonderfully demonstrated the fulfillment of the Savior’s words.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  6. David’s Prophecy Regarding Judas

    The apostle Peter declared that David issued a prophecy regarding Judas Iscariot. Did he? If so, what are some of the lessons to be learned from that inspired declaration?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  7. What About the “Sword” of the “Prince of Peace”?

    Does the Bible contradict itself when it calls Jesus the Prince of Peace, and then Jesus says: “Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword”?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  8. Does the Bible Contain Contradictions?

    Does the Bible contradict itself? Skeptics frequently claim it does. But a careful consideration of the law of contradiction demonstrates otherwise.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  9. The Holy Spirit and the Apostles

    The Holy Spirit was promised by Christ to his apostles for their special work.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  10. The Holy Spirit and Jesus

    The Holy Spirit was an active participant in the ministry of Christ.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  11. The Authorized Elements of Church Music

    Jesus declared that “worship” must be consistent with revealed “truth” (John 4:24), namely God’s word (John 17:17). This includes the musical engagement of the church.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  12. Life, A Precious Gift

    Your life on earth is a precious gift. Do not ignore its value; do not squander it in trivial pursuits; do not let it slip away and leave you unprepared. This very day you may wish to contemplate the question: What is your life?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  13. But Were They Really Saved?

    Calvinists deny that a child of God can ever apostatize so as to be finally lost. When biblical examples are introduced to the contrary, it is claimed that either such souls were never saved, or else their loss was merely temporal. Let us study this question seriously.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  14. An Introduction to Bible Figures of Speech

    Human beings frequently express their thoughts by means of figures of speech. This procedure is likewise a part of biblical revelation. The person who does not understand the use of figurative language will not fathom many elements of Bible truth. This article explores the necessity of understand...

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  15. Command or Culture: Discerning the Difference

    What is a command in the New Testament and what is merely cultural and not binding today?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  16. May a Christian Address Christ in Praise or Prayer?

    Some sincere Christians contend that the child of God may not address Christ, either in praise or through prayer. Will this case stand in the light of critical investigation? Carefully study this issue with us.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  17. What Is the Fruit of Repentance?

    What is repentance? Is it just being sorry for sin? Or is something more required?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  18. The Controversy Rages: Mel Gibson’s “The Passion”

    Mel Gibson’s motion picture, “The Passion of the Christ,” has ignited a storm of controversy, once again raising the question, “Who was responsible for the death of Jesus of Nazareth?” This week’s Penpoints explores this “hot” topic.

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  19. Can a Man Justify God?

    The sacred historian Luke once declared that some of the Jews “justified God” when they accepted the immersion administered by John the Baptist (Lk. 7:29). How could this possibly be? Can a man “justify” God?

    Article by Wayne Jackson

  20. What Is the Gift of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2:38?

    The expression “the gift of the Holy Spirit” in Acts 2:38 has long been a matter of interest and discussion among the people of God.

    Article by Wayne Jackson