Matthew chapter twenty-four is a largely symbolic chapter of the New Testament that has been misinterpreted in two extreme directions.

Does the biblical evidence support John D. Crossan’s claims that Jesus was not virginally conceived?

Jesus once observed a poor widow contributing into the treasury of the Jewish temple. This incident is twice recorded in the Gospel records. Of what significance is this narrative? Study this fascinating account in this week’s Penpoints.

Did Christ endorse dishonesty? Some critics so claim. The truth is, it is their dishonesty with the biblical text that is more than obvious.

This article exposes the loose attitude of Bill Clinton’s presidential administration toward the pornography trade.

Are we baptized in the Spirit or in water?

Does the Old Testament provide precedent for “social” drinking today?

Archaeology, time and time again, has confirmed the accuracy and reliability of the Bible as a historical document.

In his letter to the Galatians Paul wrote that “in Christ” there is neither “male nor female.” Does this mean that for Christians all gender distinctions have been abolished?

In the autumn of 1924, a team of scientists went into the Hava Supai region of the Grand Canyon area to document strange carvings on one of the canyon walls. One of these carvings, which seems to depict a dinosaur, has been largely ignored by the scientific community. Read about this remarkable discovery in this week’s Penpoints.

Was the star of Bethlehem a natural event or a miraculous phenomenon?

This is a review of the Left Behind book series by Jerry Jenkins and Tim LaHaye, which advocates dispensational premillennialism.

Troubled souls often raise such questions: If all parts of the Bible are equally inspired, how do you explain passages like Psalms 69:22-28, which call for punishment upon one’s enemies?

This article attempts to determine the meaning of the term “days” in connection with the creation week.

This discussion addresses whether or not a Christian should marry “out of the faith.”

Parental responsibility means helping your kids go to heaven. It takes time, attention, and divine insight. Be there for your children — be a Christian parent. Jason Jackson considers Paul’s admonition to children in Ephesians 6:1, which must be taught by parents.

When is a friend a real “friend”? Solomon offers several spiritual values of a good friend.

What is your opinion of Christians who attend AA [Alcoholics Anonymous] meetings or treatment centers to stop drinking?

What happens when the atheists get together—for worship?

The word “rock” is a common biblical metaphor. It illustrates many great truths about God. This article briefly surveys this topic.