If the church of today was a more studious body, she would not be plagued with as many problems as she now encounters. Knowledge is a powerful antidote to error. Let us return to the thrilling adventures within the Word of God.

How does one properly distinguish between God’s commandments and human tradition? How do these terms affect what we practice and preach?

Steve Lloyd is a respected gospel minister who edits an electronic journal, A Closer Look At Things Pertaining to the Faith. In a recent issue he interviewed Wayne Jackson regarding some of the needs in the church today. This is the text of that dialogue.

Is new always better than old? Not always. Some modern trends have had a negative impact on the church.

The Bible has survived the vicious attacks throughout its existence and continues to be the best-selling publication in the world.

Are there any binding ordinances for Christian giving in the New Testament?

The conversion of the persecutor, Saul of Tarsus, is one of the most significant events in the book of Acts. Tragically, the theme is frequently misunderstood. Study this case history with us.

The term “worldly” is not uncommon in our language. But what does the word really signify?

On a high mountain plateau just west of the Dead Sea in A.D. 73, the final battle between the Romans and the Jews took place. It was the concluding destruction and dispersal of the Hebrew nation, as such previously was known for the preceding fifteen centuries.

What role does the nation of Israel play — past and present — in the plan of God? Does their illustrious past have any relevance today or in the future?

The impact and influence of primitive Christianity must be explained in its supernatural origin.

Exactly who, or what, was this infamous “little horn”?

How does one account for some of those “hard sayings” in the Scriptures?

Why are there four gospel accounts that cover so much of the same material? Are the records harmonious or do they conflict?

It is such a comfort to know that God is a Being of perfect goodness. Reflect on these aspects of his goodness.

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.

Earl Edwards, long-time missionary and professor of Bible at Freed-Hardeman University, discusses some of the qualities needed by those who enter the mission field. He draws from his own rich experiences at a missionary to Italy for sixteen years.

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.

Have you ever heard of a good person who has done a very bad thing? Why does this happen?

Authority is one of those words that usually creates an instant emotional reaction—in some folks, fear and distrust, in others safety and order. While Jesus was the image of love and gentleness, he also possesses and exercises great authority.