Articles

Was Ahab Pro-Choice?

We must plead the cause of the innocent. We must defend the sanctity of human life. For justice will roll down like waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream (Amos 5:24).

Revelation 1:1 - The Things to Come Shortly

It is a serious mistake to make the prophetic time frame of the book of Revelation hinge one solitary expression.

The Miraculous Insight of Jesus Christ

The Lord did not always avail himself of miraculous knowledge during his ministry, but when he did, he gave yet another proof that he is the Christ, the Son of God.

Was Jesus Really the "Messiah"?

Our Jewish friends offer numerous objections to the identification of Jesus of Nazareth as the promised "Messiah" of Old Testament prophecy. In this week's Q&A, we deal with one of these.

What Is a Publican in the New Testament?

Jewish tax collectors were hated in the first century. But Jesus loved them anyway, and they form the basis of an interesting profile study on Christ's ministry.

Lamentations 1:1 - Jerusalem's Funeral

In order to appreciate the message of this book, one must understand something of the historical circumstances which it addresses.

The Value of the Factious Spirit

If one believes in the ultimate conquest of good over evil, he can see, even in factiousness, something of the good, the positive, and the noble.

What Is the Eternal Sin?

Jesus once spoke of an "eternal" sin, for which there is no forgiveness. What was that sin? Can it be committed today?

Reasoning from the Visible to the Invisible

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

What About Christian Fellowship?

There are extremes to the left and right on the topic of Christian fellowship.

Jude 1 - The Possibility of Apostasy

The book of Jude argues forcefully against the misguided notion that no child of God can ever be lost.

What Is Truth? -- A Question for the Ages

A careful investigation of the biblical text provides a powerful antidote to the postmodern confusion which alleges that truth is subjective, elusive, and ephemeral.

Were Old Testament Sexual Regulations Unreasonable?

It is commonly charged that certain documents of the Old Testament are unbalanced in terms of sexual matters? This allegation reflects a misunderstanding of the sacred text. This week's Question addresses this matter.

Will Our Children Trust in the Lord?

"Trust the Lord" is a message that must be communicated to our children. They must learn to follow the Lord's way. God's way will always be the right way and the best way to live.

Jeremiah 1:5 - Jeremiah's Call

There are three features of God's call of Jeremiah that are important to note.

Understanding Forgiveness

We must try to master the art of forgiving--for others' sake, and for our own.

What Is the History of Infant Sprinkling?

When did the practice of infant sprinkling originate? Was it an apostolic practice? Or did it develop later? Let us look at the historical facts.

The Pain of Lingering Regrets

Every sensitive soul is troubled from time to time by regrets that linger regarding past deeds in his life. There is a wrong way and a right way to deal with regret. Think about this matter with us in this week's Penpoints article.

3 John 2 - Body and Soul

The Apostle John shows an obvious distinction between the body and the soul.

The Magic of Kindness

If we would emulate our God, we will cultivate kindness. This one moral attribute can work wonders on both friends and enemies.