Do the signs of Matthew 24:3ff pertain to the impending destruction of Jerusalem, or do they depict conditions near the end of time? Some allege that Matthew 24:21 prohibits an interpretation that focuses upon Jerusalem’s destruction in A.D. 70. Wayne Jackson responds to this objection.

The Old Testament account of David and Bathsheba’s scandalous affair is a sad episode in history. Does their conduct serve as a precedent, justifying adulterous relationships today? Some appeal to it to that end. Wayne
Jackson addresses this issue in this month’s Feature.

This article discusses the growing inclination toward physician-assisted suicide.

The Psalms have much to say about Jesus the Messiah. Jason Jackson details the characteristics of these moving prophecies.

The word “propitiation” is a strange and interesting word. It is worthy of our study and attention.

Whenever folks discuss Christ’s restrictions on marriage and divorce, this question frequently arises. What is the meaning of the phrase “makes her an adulteress” in Matthew 5:32? Wayne Jackson answers this question.

Jesus noted both desirable and undesirable traits of the seven churches of Asia in the opening chapters of Revelation. His observations can be of supreme value today to those who desire to please Christ.

The nation’s attention was riveted to the testimony of nine coal miners who had been trapped deep beneath the earth’s surface in Pennsylvania. One miner expressed concern for his soul, since he’d never been baptized. Another assured him that he was okay — but was he? Jason Jackson discusses this episode in this week’s Penpoints.

The concept of “sleep” is used in many ways in the Bible. A study of these usages yields many valuable lessons.

Google.com retaliates against the Christian Courier’s “The Progressively Aggressive ’Gay’Movement” article. No better example of aggressive behavior could be cited.

A number of terms, both in the O.T. and the N.T., suggest the idea of a “path” or “way” of travel. The words come to be employed of a “course of conduct,” whether for good (Ex. 18:20; 32:8; Dt. 31:...

Pat Boone appeared on Larry King Live to ask for prayers and miracles on behalf of his grandson. Is his faith misdirected?

Recently Hollywood actor, Tom Cruise, has provided considerable publicity for the movement called “Scientology.” Just what is the nature of this “religion”?

Could anxiety be sinful? Yes, if we accept the testimony of Jesus and respect Paul’s apostolic command.

But the Bible certainly acknowledges that life’s complications can be depressing. The words ...

Some Christians have never graduated out of biblical kindergarten.

Does the Bible teach that a Christian cannot ever fall away from grace?

Peter addressed this letter to “the elect,” i.e., Christians, who are dispersed in Asia Minor. The main theme of the epistle is explicitly stated. He urges the brethren to “stand fast” in the "grac...

A study of church discipline, especially the ultimate act of withdrawal of fellowship

Some advocates of the millennial scheme suggest there will be two resurrections separated by a one-thousand-year reign of Jesus on earth. What does God’s Word have to say on this subject?

This celebrated book is a narrative regarding an ancient patriarch who lived in Arabia. As a test case, designed to prove that God is “worthy to be praised” (Psa. 18:3) irrespective of the blessing...