A study of the word “belief” as it is utilized in the book of Acts.

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.

The article explores the concept of re-baptism, discussing its validity from a scriptural perspective, and the circumstances in which it might be considered necessary, such as a lack of understanding or faith at the time of the original baptism.

The article discusses Christian ethics in relation to legal responsibility and societal consequences of crime, using the Dahmer case as an example. It emphasizes the importance of truth, repentance, and facing the consequences of one’s actions, even for those who have committed serious crimes.

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

Does baptism come before or after the salvation contemplated in 1 Peter 3:21?

A critic has disputed the biblical position that water baptism is requisite for the forgiveness of sins. He contends that one cannot be saved by a “corruptible” method. But “water” is corruptible. Thus, it has no place in the plan of redemption. Does the argument have merit? Read this article and see.

Not only are logic and Scripture compatible, they are inseparable. If we understand the Bible correctly, and use valid reasoning, biblical truths are concluded.

Here is a simple seven point plan to help one start understanding the Bible and its remarkable message.

John Shelby Spong, a retired bishop of the Anglican Church, has made a career of being a rogue “priest” who assaults almost everything that is sacred within the Christian religion. His outrageous ideology has been an embarrassment to many of his Anglican kinsmen. This week’s Penpoints focuses upon some of Spong’s theological aberrations.

The prophet Hosea described ancient Israel’s goodness as like the morning dew. What did he mean by this strange analogy?

It is not an uncommon thing that a Bible verse, which seems so simple, can be so deep and brimming with meaning. Such surely is the case with the apostle John’s tender message in 1 John 2:1-2. In this week’s Penpoints, we contemplate this thrilling passage.

There is a popular view that “heaven” will be on “earth,” after our planet has been purged by fire at the end of time. This theory is wholly without merit and results from a failure to understand the symbolic nature of several passages of scripture.

The declaration, “The righteous shall live by faith,” is found several times in the Bible. What is the significance of the expression? This essay explores this issue.

The phenomenon of “sin” has wrought a terrible harvest upon this earth. Consider this matter with us.

Paul’s great “mystery of godliness,” when unfolded, is rich indeed. It is the gospel in seed form. It is intellectually satisfying, emotionally rewarding, and practically motivating.

What is “meekness”? And what did Jesus mean when he said the meek will “inherit the earth”?

Was Jesus absolutely sinless? What does the evidence actually reveal? If he was sinless, was this necessary in the divine scheme of things? If so, why?

Jesus once proclaimed, “You refuse to come to me that you may have life” (Jn. 5:40). Why do some people refuse to come to Jesus?

In spite of our reluctance to admit it, pain and suffering has some value.