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The Lord expects his disciples to demonstrate a loving disposition, while, at the same time, defending the truth vigorously. All of us to some extent, have made errors in both of these areas. And sometimes, we do more harm than good when attempting to defend truth with incorrect reasoning. This is part two in a three-part series, "Defending the Faith with a Broken Sword."
Can we do more harm than good when defending the truth with incorrect reasoning?
The prophet Jeremiah made a startling prophecy regarding king Jeconiah, the next-to-last king ruling in Judah (Jer. 22:30). Was the prophecy fulfilled, or did Jeremiah err in his prediction?
There is a growing movement in "Christendom" to repudiate the biblical doctrine of a "hell" that is characterized by everlasting torment, as a result of being separated from God. This is a deadly position that must be opposed vigorously.
There are those who allege that Jesus Christ did not have an eternal existence; rather, they claim, he was originally created by God, the Father. One passage that supposedly supports this view is Revelation 3:14. But does it? Study this text with us.
The preface to Luke's Gospel account is packed with exciting information that lays the foundation for the credibility of his specifically designed narrative relating to the life and teaching of Jesus Christ. In this week's Penpoints, Jason Jackson directs our attention to some of these matters.
There are some who teach that the wicked will not be required to endure an "eternal punishment" (see Mt. 25:46) in hell. They argue that since "hell" is the "second death," and as "death" is to be "destroyed," it follows that hell will be destroyed ultimately. In this week's Question and Answer segment, Wayne Jackson responds to this fallacious argument.
The science of archaeology has provided a tremendous depository of evidence that undergirds the historical accuracy of the Holy Scriptures. One example of this involves a number of significant discoveries that corroborate the accuracy of the book of Jeremiah.
"Once-saved, always-saved" is a convenient way of viewing God's redemptive plan -- but is it biblical? Hear what the apostle Paul has to say about "falling from grace."
Did Jesus receive a fair trial? Part 2 of this study documents the various blunders that characterized the farcical "trial" of the Messiah.
How would it be possible for one to be happy in heaven, knowing that some of his loved ones are suffering in hell? This is a question that every thoughtful Christian has pondered at times. Is there a reasonable solution to this problem?
Theological "liberalism" has no regard for the plain testimony of Scripture. With the "liberal," all biblical events must be measured in the light of "modern" knowledge. In this week's Penpoints, Wayne Jackson provides a shocking example of this kind of perversion of Bible history.
Genesis chapter 6 states that on the pre-Flood earth there existed "mighty men" called the "Nephilim." Who were these people? Wayne Jackson explores this intriguing subject.
Did Jesus receive a fair trial? Part 1 of this study examines the nature of the Lord's path through the legal system of the time.
Words are vehicles of communication. Since it is the case that "words" can lead either to salvation or to condemnation, it is important that Christians craft a vocabulary that expresses biblical ideas in their purest form. Study this issue with us in this month's Feature.
One of the most controversial contexts in the book of Acts has to do with Paul's activity in the Jerusalem temple, as recorded in Acts 21. Did the apostle violate the law of God in "purifying" himself in that ritual? Some so claim, but is this a necessary conclusion?
It is not an uncommon thing that a Bible verse, which seems so simple, can be so deep and brimming with meaning. Such surely is the case with the apostle John's tender message in 1 John 2:1-2. In this week's Penpoints, we contemplate this thrilling passage.
Philosopher David Hume failed in disproving the veracity of biblical miracles, but succeeded in revealing the emptiness of his agnosticism.
What is the "one baptism" of Ephesians 4:5?
Is there a reasonable explanation for John's statement that the deeds of Christ could not fit into all of the world's books (Jn. 21:25)?
