Is there a congregational obligation to help others, especially by supporting the preaching of the gospel in other places?

Generally speaking, skeptics assert that Jesus did not do the things recorded in the Gospel accounts; they simply invented the stories.

Richard Dawkins, prominent atheist, classifies religious faith as a “virus of the mind.” He and others of his kind desperately need to contract this virus!

The writer of the book of Hebrews speaks of an occasion when Jesus was characterized by “godly fear.” What does this phrase mean?

In his second letter to Timothy, Paul mentions two men, Jannes and Jambres, who withstood Moses. Who were these men, and how did Paul know of them, since they are not named in the Old Testament?

Has anyone counted the number of prophecies in the Bible?

Some atheists reject the very existence of Jesus of Nazareth. But is this lack of belief based on a reasonable examination of the evidence? Not in the least.

By reflecting the influence of Christ in their lives, Christians lead others to glorify their Father who is in heaven.

There are none so blind as who will not see.

Timothy McVeigh is dead. His ashes were secretly deposited into Earth’s bowels, to return to the dust whence they came (Gen. 3:19; Eccl. 12:7). His soul has entered a new domain where there is no place for arrogance, defiance, or “coping” with the environment (Lk. 16:23ff).

Why do some Bible verses seem to indicate some people were forgiven without repentance?

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

What is the correct interpretation of this widely misunderstood passage?

The Scriptures teach that each congregation of the Lord’s body is under self-rule, but with limitations. Sadly, some do not recognize these limitations and jeopardize their fidelity to sound doctrine.

Christ once warned against giving that which is holy to dogs, and casting pearls before swine. But how many heed his admonition?

Some attempt to argue that Christians are not commanded to give a weekly contribution based on 1 Corinthians 16:1-2.

The fact that we are “kept” for Jesus Christ does not diminish our responsibility.

A recent study reveals the destruction caused by gambling.

The earthly life of Terry Schiavo has ended, but the controversy that surrounded this case is far from over. How does one assess these tragic life-and-death situations which are fraught with difficult ethical questions? Ponder this issue with us in this week’s Penpoints.