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Despite the assertions of the Roman Catholic Church, there is no biblical evidence for the “primacy of Peter” doctrine. Study with us one of the passages that is misused to support this heresy.
The Roman Catholic church claims that Jesus Christ gave Peter the authority to bind and loose religious law. Matthew 16:19 is a record of this occasion, they say. Was Peter singled out to become the first pope in this passage?
What is the meaning of that ambiguous expression “the regeneration” that Christ mentioned in Matthew 19:28? Is it a reference to a thousand-year, literal reign of Christ upon the earth? Or does it describe the present Christian regime? Study this passage with us.
In an article published sometime back, we denied that Peter was the “rock” upon which Christ built his church, as alleged by Roman Catholicism. A kindly critic objects to this position. Wayne Jackson discusses the matter further.
In two parables, Jesus emphasized the great value of his Kingdom.
This article explores the biblical concept of being a “born-again” Christian, discussing the spiritual rebirth through the Holy Spirit, the role of baptism, and entrance into the kingdom of God.
Can man know that God exists? Is humanity the result of divine creation, or merely the consequence of impersonal evolutionary forces?
What is the “kingdom” to which Peter refers in the passage? Study this important topic with us.
Wayne Jackson reviews the new English Standard Version translation of the Bible.
Some, in leading prayer at the communion table, will refer to God’s death. Is this appropriate? Some allege that it reflects “more reverence” to use “thee” and “thou” in prayer, rather than the terms “you” and “your.” Is there validity in this observation?
There is a great deal of confusion among religious folks regarding this word due to the fact that the English form “hell” actually represents three different terms in the Greek New Testament.
The apostle Paul’s reference to “the end” in 1 Corinthians 15 examined.
Biblical words may have varying senses, depending on the context in which they are found. A brief study of the term “kingdom” is a good illustration of this principle.
Are you ready? Are you a sheep or a goat? The Judgment Day is certain, and only through the teaching of Scripture can we prepare for it. The Lord’s teaching of Matthew 25:31-46 must be considered in view of the inevitable Day of the Lord.
In 1992, Harold Camping, radio preacher out of Oakland, California, “prophesied” that history would end in 1994. It didn’t. Now, he is suggesting that the “great tribulation” is upon us, and all Christians should abandon the church. Read this review of the gentleman’s latest theory.
The article explores the contentious issue of divorce and remarriage, highlighting that civil law is subordinate to divine law and how this principle applies in complex situations. It concludes that marriage is a sacred institution, and its issues should be judged according to Heaven’s law.
In Paul’s letter to the saints in Ephesus, there is a marvelous platform for Christian unity. In this article, Wayne Jackson discusses the components of the plan for sacred unity.
Are we baptized in the Spirit or in water?
Was the church of Christ established on the day of Pentecost? Or was it established at some earlier time in human history?
God determines who is to be identified as a Christian; he has not assigned that responsibility to us.