Fortify Your Faith in an Age of Doubt

Jeremiah and Lamentations

Author: Wayne Jackson

A popular-level commentary of the two prophetic books penned by Jeremiah

Jeremiah is one of the more remarkable characters of the Bible. He might be characterized as a prophet of “tears and terror.” At one moment, his great heart throbs with anguish over the wickedness of his national kinsmen, and we behold him... Read more

So Help Me God

Author: Wayne Jackson

In the opening moments of the senate impeachment trial of President William Jefferson Clinton, ninety-six-year-old Strom Thurman asked the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court to place his hand on the Bible, and swear, before Almighty God, that he would execute faithfully his duties as judge in the legal business in progress.

It was one of the more awesome moments I’ve experienced in a while. A wave of emotion swept over me. In the opening moments of the senate impeachment trial of President William Jefferson Clinton, ninety-six-year-old Strom Thurman asked the Chief... Read more

The Bible and Self-Esteem

Author: Wayne Jackson

Does the Bible contain the secret to a health self-image?

No person is one-dimensional. Actually, there are three views of every individual: the view that God has of us, the opinions that others hold concerning us, and the perception we have of ourselves. Each of these is quite important. God’s Image ...... Read more

Disney: The Mouse Betrayed

Author: Wayne Jackson

Disney power-brokers deny "official dealings" with members of the "gay" community, but the evidence is overwhelming.

The above caption reflects the title of a recently published book written by journalists Peter and Rochelle Schweizer. The authors assert that this is not a volume which conveys their personal opinions; rather, it is a labor of strict journalism.... Read more

Are Infants by Nature Children of Wrath?

Author: Wayne Jackson

Does the Bible say that little babies are by nature born in sin?

During a speech some time back before the American Humanist Association, television mogul Ted Turner leveled a blast at Christianity for its alleged doctrine that infants are born in sin. The fact is, though this teaching is popular with certain... Read more

Contend Earnestly for the Faith

Author: Wayne Jackson

What does "contending for the faith" mean?

Jude was in the process of planning a correspondence—or perhaps actually writing—to his fellow Christians concerning their common salvation. But suddenly under the direction of the Holy Spirit, he was constrained to urge his brothers to “contend... Read more

Prince of Egypt -- The Movie

Author: Wayne Jackson

In mid-December the movie, _Prince of Egypt_, opened in theaters across the country. Because it differs so widely from the usual movie fare of sex and violence, this production is receiving high acclaim--even from religious figures like Billy Graham, James Dobson, Robert Schuller, and others.

In 1999, Prince of Egypt opened in theaters across the country. Because it differed so widely from the usual movie fare of sex and violence, this production received high acclaim—even from religious figures like Billy Graham, James Dobson, Robert... Read more

Babylon: A Test Case in Prophecy--Part 2

Author: Wayne Jackson

Part two of a two-part series examining the ancient city of Babylon and its role in Bible prophecy

In part 1 of this two-part study, an investigation was begun of certain Old Testament prophecies that focused on the famous city of Babylon. Three major points were made: The prophets emphatically declared that wicked and arrogant Babylon would... Read more

Help My Unbelief!

Author: Wayne Jackson

Once we cease struggling with our faith, and let it slide, we are headed down a slippery slope that may lead to eternal ruin. What a horrible thought to contemplate. Lord, I believe; but help me in my times of unbelief!

It is an episode fraught with mystery; one about which we wish we knew more. A man brought his son, who was possessed of a demon, to the Lord’s disciples. He wanted the Master’s men to cast out the evil spirit, but they could not. Jesus pinpointed... Read more

O Absalom -- My Son, My Son!

Author: Wayne Jackson

The tragic story of King David's infamous son, Absalom, conveys many valuable lessons.

One of the compelling evidences for the inspiration of the Bible is the impartial manner in which the lives of its characters are portrayed. The weaknesses and mistakes of its heroes, as well as its villains, are uncompromisingly revealed. This... Read more

The Current Perversion of John 8:1-11

Author: Wayne Jackson

"He who is without sin, let him cast the first stone." If there is one verse most folks have memorized, it is this one. But what does it really mean?

In 1998, controversy swirled around then President Bill Clinton’s misconduct with an intern, Monica Lewinsky. With almost predictable regularity media personalities cited what is possibly the only passage in their biblical repository: “He who is... Read more

Principles of Bible Prophecy

Author: Wayne Jackson

The study of prophecy is one of the truly challenging, yet rewarding, areas of biblical investigation. It is also a theme that is grossly abused. In this article, we propose to examine some of the principles governing Bible prophecy.

What does the word “prophet” mean? If you examine the lexicons, scholars are undecided as to the etymology of this bible term. Some think that the noun is from an Arabic term meaning “spokesman” (Smith 1928, 10), whereas others contend that the... Read more

Are Vegetarians Holier than Thou?

Author: Wayne Jackson

In recent years we have heard more and more about the so-called "animal rights" movement. This is but one of the by-products of the evolutionary philosophy which suggests that all of earth's biological creatures share a common heritage.

An organization known as PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) toured the country this past summer protesting the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. They carried signs claiming: “Pigs Are Friends—Not Food.” [When someone starts attacking “hot... Read more

Babylon: A Test Case in Prophecy--Part 1

Author: Wayne Jackson

Part one of a two-part series examining the ancient city of Babylon and its role in Bible prophecy

It was the most remarkable community of its day—a San Francisco, New York, or London of the antique world. Herodotus (484-425 B.C.), known as the father of ancient history, once visited the great metropolis. He said that “in magnificence there is... Read more

The Holy Scriptures--Indestructible

Author: Wayne Jackson

The Bible has survived the vicious attacks throughout its existence and continues to be the best-selling publication in the world.

The Word of God “lives and abides.” Thus wrote Peter, the inspired apostle of Jesus Christ (1 Peter 1:23). To buttress this claim regarding the enduring nature of the sacred Word, the divine spokesman quoted from the Old Testament prophet, Isaiah... Read more

The Folly of Following Polls

Author: Wayne Jackson

We have become a nation driven by polls. Polls are taken to determine practically everything--from what sort of food Americans prefer, to whether or not the president should be impeached.

We have become a nation driven by polls. Polls are taken to determine practically everything from what sort of food Americans prefer to whether or not a president should be impeached. And, quite frankly, many are influenced by what the polls... Read more

False Ideas about the Holy Spirit

Author: Wayne Jackson

False teachers do exist (2 Peter 2:1), and the ideas they advocate are dangerous. In this study, we will direct attention to some false teachings relative to the Holy Spirit.

Jesus warned: Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravening wolves (Matthew 7:15). False teachers do exist (2 Peter 2:1), and the ideas they advocate are dangerous. In this study, we will direct... Read more

Sincere but Wrong--Dead Wrong

Author: Wayne Jackson

John Wayne "Punkin" Brown Jr. was a preacher for a Pentecostal-type church. He's now dead. He still would be alive but for the fact that he believed false doctrine.

John Wayne “Punkin” Brown Jr. was a preacher for a Pentecostal-type church. He’s now dead. He still would be alive but for the fact that he believed false doctrine. Before his ascension back into heaven, Jesus commissioned his apostles to preach... Read more

God and the Nation of Israel

Author: Wayne Jackson

What role does the nation of Israel play -- past and present -- in the plan of God? Does their illustrious past have any relevance today or in the future?

Premillennialism is the notion that Jesus will return to this earth before he commences a one-thousand-year reign on David’s throne in Jerusalem. Premillennialism and its theological sister, dispensationalism, argue that in connection with... Read more

The Historicity of Jesus Christ

Author: Wayne Jackson

Did Jesus of Nazareth ever live? Is the New Testament data regarding him reliable? This is a crucial issue.

E.F. Harrison wrote: “Some religions, both ancient and modern, require no historical basis, for they depend upon ideas rather than events. Christianity is not one of these” (1968, 11). The religion of Jesus Christ stands or falls upon the events... Read more