is the Devil Omniscient?
The devil is not, nor can he be, omniscient. If he were omniscient, he would be God. A passage pertinent to this discussion is 1 Corinthians 2:6–8, which says, “Howbeit we speak wisdom among...
Are Illnesses Such as Alzheimer’s Disease from God?
“As Jesus passed by, He saw a man who was blind from birth. And His disciples asked Him, saying, ‘Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?’” (John 9:1–2).
The...
You Can Prove Anything by the Bible
Have you ever heard, “You can prove anything by the Bible”?
This is only true if someone misuses the Bible and misapplies its teachings. The Bible is unified; it harmonizes. It brings unity, not confusion...
Are There Ethical Concerns With Human Cloning?
The word clone comes from a Greek word meaning “sprout” or “twig,” and as used today it refers to the reproduction of another creature by scientific procedures apart from normal reproductive processes.
Milestones in animal...
Why Do Bad Things Happen?
The most commonly asked question about God—which has been called the “Achilles Heel” of Christianity—is, “Why does a loving, all-powerful God allow suffering in His world?”
What does it mean for a minister to be ordained?
Most of our religious world puts great stress on the proper ordination of ministers, but when we turn to the Bible, we find that it says very little on the subject.
Things About the church of Christ that Surprise People
Due to a strict emphasis on following only the Bible (rather than a mixture of Scripture and tradition), the church of Christ differs from other religious groups. Often people are pleasantly surprised-even refreshed-to learn...
Was Jesus born in a house, as Matthew says, or in a stable, as...
Critics of the historical accuracy of the Bible often find what they believe are contradictions among the writers of the gospel accounts because there are differences. Remember however, that a difference is not necessarily...
Pray for Salvation?
Preachers sometimes invite listeners to pray something such as, “God, I am sorry I have sinned. Please forgive me and let Jesus come into my heart. Thank you for forgiving me and giving me...
What is the Significance of “Jehovah” as God’s Name?
Names are important. It is difficult for us to conceive of things apart from their names. The many different names for God in the Bible describe and demonstrate His character.