By way of a parable, Jesus instructed that a respect and desire for truth is integral to one’s accepting the Gospel message.

The Jewish feast of Purim has its origin in the book of Esther.

Moving into a new community? Having a life-altering crisis? Children growing up in a wicked society? Thinking about a church? Many people are; unfortunately, however, too many are looking for the wrong things.

For centuries bees have been the objects of careful study by scientists. They are amazing creatures indeed (the bees that is), bearing the imprint of divine design in so many ways.

This article discusses some of the ethical guidelines that Christian writers should follow.

Why do most modern translations use the word baptize, an anglicized Greek word, rather than translating the Greek word into English?

Does behemoth’s “navel” preclude its classification as a dinosaur?

An account in the Old Testament book of Nehemiah serves as a remarkable example of divine providence.

Did Jesus contradict himself as he approached the ordeal of the crucifixion? Some critics so allege, but what are the facts?

One of the significant causes of depression today is indebtedness.

“Is it a sin for a Christian to be depressed? I am depressed sometimes, and I feel guilty about it. Can you give me any advice?” Christians should have the “peace that passes all understanding,” which Paul describes in Philippians 4:6-7. But this assurance is conditioned on habitually fighting anxiety through prayer. In life, we will all suffer emotional downturns. But Christians look to Christ for comfort and support, and they will be blessed through the divine promise of peace.

Those who support the practice of abortion do so based on the notion that a pre-birth “fetus” and a post-birth “baby” are two entirely different things. Yet neither the word of God nor common sense allows for such a distinction.

The account of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead helps us to understand the significance of agape love.

This article addresses a sectarian argument that attempts to justify sprinkling as a substitute for immersion.

Does this passage teach the much coveted doctrine of “the perseverance of the saints”? No it does not. This article explains why.

Some argue that John the Baptist’s teaching – that it was not lawful for Herod to have his brother’s wife (Mk. 6:18) – establishes a New Testament example of how someone today may be required to leave his wife.

The Old Testament prophet Haggai instructs us on what is really important — and what is not.

A comparison of 1 Peter 1:22 and Acts 2:38 amplifies the meaning of “obedience to the truth.”

Critics of the Bible allege that the apostle Matthew made a mistake when he suggested “Judea” was “beyond the Jordan” (Mt. 19:1). Is there any way to legitimately exonerate the apostle from this charge? Study this problem with us.

What is your opinion of Christians who attend AA [Alcoholics Anonymous] meetings or treatment centers to stop drinking?