Can We Trust the Bible?
How do we know that neither corruption (accidental mistakes) nor collusion (intentional changes) took place? Did transmission destroy inspiration?
I Quit Church After a Bad Experience. Why Should I Go Back?
Lately, the church’s back door has been busier than its front door. Many have left, saying, “I don’t go anymore. I just got too busy.” Or, “I’ve had it with organized religion.” Or, “I...
Satan’s 4 Lies about the Bible
The devil is a liar (John 8:44). He lies about God (He’s not there; doesn’t care). He lies about Jesus (He never lived; still in the grave). He lies about you (insignificant; in control)....
Once Saved, Always Saved?
Robert R. Taylor, Jr., comments that the possibility of apostasy is taught in over 2,500 places in Holy Writ.
Old testament
Consider a sampling from the Old Testament:
"And thou, Solomon my son, know thou the...
Mary’s Little Lamb No More
In all stages of Sonship, Jesus maintained the proper relationship with His parents (1 Peter 2:21-22). We get a glimpse into this special grown-up relationship at a wedding they both attended the little village of Cana, near Nazareth where He had grown up (John 2:1-11). In this scene, His face bears the chiseled sculpting from His forty days in the wilderness. What can we learn from Jesus' interaction with Mary on this occasion?
Helping Widows
Concern for the underprivileged and vulnerable has always mattered to God. Three such categories in every society in every generation are immigrants (strangers), orphans, and widows. This study pertains to the third group.
Under Old...
Until I Make It Better
As I was growing up, I had a good friend who always said, “Let’s take the bull by the horns and get this thing done.” It was his way of saying, “Things will not...
Our Court-Appointed Attorney
He Is the Propitiation for Our Sins.
Jesus mediates, presenting His atonement for us.
Lawyers in court frequently deny allegations brought against their clients. If they admit the charge, then they try to justify it....
How Are You at Rejoicing?
As Christians, we may live beneath God’s blessings, so it never hurts to be reminded of our gifts. What have we received in Christ?
God saved us—we are not lost.
Jesus promised, “He who believes and...
Advice for the Grieving
There are two types of people in the world: those who grieve and those who will grieve. We can’t escape it; therefore, we should prepare of it.
What are some considerations for one facing grief?