Communism has held millions of people in its oppressive grasp, forcing a distribution of personal resources among the masses. Some even allege that early Christianity was characterized by this disposition. They contend that anyone in “need” has a “right” to the prosperity of others. In this week’s Question & Answer segment, Jason Jackson addresses this issue.

Derek Stanesby was expelled from the pulpit where he often was invited to speak, because he attacked the Bible, denying that it is the “word of God.”

Is has been said that at the marriage feast in Cana of Galilee, Mary made a request of Jesus, and that he obeyed. This is supposed to show that she is worthy of praise and worship due to the influence she exercises over her Son. What are the facts?

Some openly repudiate what they call “pattern theology.” The apostle Paul, however, did not.

Consider these two points gleaned from Paul’s confrontation with the apostle Peter.

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.

An examination of the Mormon doctrine of vicarious baptism—the baptism for the dead

Was Jesus Christ “immersed” in the Jordan River, or did John merely pour water upon the Lord’s head? Some scholars have attempted to argue that the case for Jesus’ “immersion” cannot be proved. But what does the evidence actually reveal?

Must the Bible explicitly condemn something to make it wrong?

Did the mother of Jesus ever sin?

Every Old Testament book, to some extent, focuses upon the coming of Christ. This is no less true of the book of Hosea.

The book of Zechariah teaches important truths about the Messiah. Study it with us in this week’s Margin Notes.

Does this passage authorize the use of mechanical instruments of music in worship to God? Many erroneously contend that it does. Study this important issue with us.

A common defense mechanism is: “Don’t judge me!” But is all judging condemned in the Bible?

The Islamic system is growing rapidly in America, and Christians need to familiarize themselves with the history and basic teachings of this religion.

Does the New Testament indicate that a time will come when miraculous gifts will be replaced by something better? What could be “more complete” or “unified” than the many differing gifts of the Spirit received by the first Christians?

How should one interpret the use of the numeral 144, 000 in the book of Revelation?

Must an elder resign from office if his adult child defects from the faith?

It is unfortunate that so many think they can trifle with the Creator of the Universe and not be held accountable. What a tragic mistake this is.