The term “heaven” is used in different ways in the Bible.

The expression may refer to the atmospheric region just above the earth where the birds fly, the rain forms, and the wind blows (Gen. 1:10...

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.

This article discusses the false doctrine of the “immaculate conception” of Mary, mother of Jesus.

If you could plan a message to be delivered at your own funeral, of what would it consist? You might want to give some thought to this question.

In Matthew 11:3, John the Immerser sends a message to Christ. Did his inquiry express doubt on his part?

Does this passage teach the much coveted doctrine of “the perseverance of the saints”? No it does not. This article explains why.

Is the Masonic Lodge a harmless fraternal organization or a religious organization subversive to Christianity?

Christ’s prophecy concerning his approaching kingdom, as recorded in Matthew, Mark, and Luke, is a most controversial theme. In this article we provide a careful study of this declaration.

A consideration of the biblical data leads only to the conclusion that the heart is a vulnerable feature of the human makeup. One must guard it, and he must cultivate it, with the greatest of diligence.

Is the use of a clerical title, e.g., “Reverend,” “Father,” “Rabbi,” or “Doctor”—within the framework of religious service—consistent with the will of God? This week’s question discusses this issue.

Did the prophet Daniel foretell the general resurrection of the dead at the end of time (12:2), or was this a mere figure of speech pertaining to some local event?

Are law and love incompatible? Not according to Paul. We fulfill the law of Christ when we love others like Jesus loved us. Consider the valuable role you can play in the life of someone who is struggling now under the weight of unbearable burdens. Through Galatians 6:2, Christ is calling you to help lighten your brother’s burden for the sake of his soul.

Christians need to oppose wrong-doing on the basis of principle, rather than capitulating to compromising crumbs thrown to us from the tables of politicians.

When the plan of salvation is so easy to understand, why do some go to such great lengths to obscure it?

How does one evaluate the ethics of the practice of human cloning?

The Mosaic system was preparatory to the coming of the Christian system. While the two systems were complimentary, there are significant differences.

The sensational news story regarding the return of the kidnapped Salt Lake City teen has caused public attention to be focused upon certain aspects of Mormon doctrine. This week’s Penpoints article highlights a couple of these issues.

On January 31, 2000, we reported in an article titled Another Fossil Flub about the embarrassing admission National Geographic posted on their web site, January 24, 2000. Now, we learn there was more than just an accidental mix up.

The discovery of the Code of Hammurabi reveals several interesting ideas when compared to the Law of Moses.

Paul once wrote that the “marks of Jesus” were on his body. Let us explore that marvelous phrase.