Is the earth billions of years old? Does it matter? What does the evidence reveal?

A Christian lady has suggested that Paul was mistaken when he recommended benevolence, first to Christian, then to non-Christians. Is the criticism reasonable?

Is the baptism in Mark 16:16 a baptism in water or is it of some other sort?

Does the prohibition of the law of Moses, against making “markings” in the flesh condemn modern tatoos?

In recent years we have heard more and more about the so-called “animal rights” movement. This is but one of the by-products of the evolutionary philosophy which suggests that all of earth’s biological creatures share a common heritage.

The “Salvation Army” is an organization that is applauded by most in our society. Undeniably, this group does implement numerous acts of benevolence among the needy. But is this all there is to Christianity? Do good deeds substitute for doctrinal soundness? Read this article carefully and put this issue in balance.

Is a Saturday-night observance of the Lord’s Supper just as good as observing it on the Lord’s Day?

Why do some claim that one must do something, such as being baptized, in order to be saved?

Can one know that God exists? Can he know that he has been saved? If so, how? “Reason” with us on this important topic.

Is has been said that at the marriage feast in Cana of Galilee, Mary made a request of Jesus, and that he obeyed. This is supposed to show that she is worthy of praise and worship due to the influence she exercises over her Son. What are the facts?

One of the significant causes of depression today is indebtedness.

May the guilty person in a divorce because of fornication remarry?

The writer of the book of Hebrews says that Abel, the first murder victim, is yet speaking. What is he saying? Are we listening?

Must the Bible explicitly condemn something to make it wrong?

Do we realize the impact that television is having on our children? Can we fathom how the character of television is changing right before our eyes? Reflect on these questions in this week’s Penpoints article.

How can God describe David as a man “after my own heart” (1 Sam. 13:14; Acts 13:22) when he did all of those wicked things that are recorded in the Bible about him?

In 1 Corinthians, chapter 2, Paul speaks of those “things” which God has prepared for them who love him. Let us contemplate this thrilling context and some of the truths it teaches.

John Calvin was a tremendously influential person in Protestant history. But his Institutes reveals his philosophy towards the Holy Scriptures. Is this philosophy worthy of emulation?

Why did Paul instruct Timothy to use wine with his water. Does this sanction the social consumption of modern beverage alcohol?

Atheists frequently make bogus arguments in defense of their position; sometimes, theists do too. One needs to learn the difference between a good argument and one that is flawed.