Though the age of miracles has passed, God is not silent in the activities of mankind, but orchestrates his will on earth—through providence. The Old Testament account of Esther provides a thrilling view of how God works in this way.

What is the Day-Day View of the creation week? Those who criticize the literal interpretation of the first week look for textual evidence that the days in Genesis 1 are not 24-hour days. Have they found what they are looking for?

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.

The conversion of Cornelius in Acts 10 contains valuable lessons for today.

There is, perhaps, no greater exhortation to unity, anywhere in the Bible, that surpasses that of Psalm 133.

Is “marriage” a divinely designed institution, or is it a human invention? Let us see where the evidence lies.

Four important points from Matthew’s account of the Great Commission (Matt. 28:19-20).

Does God have the ability to raise the dead? Paul affirms in his defense to Herod that he does.

This week’s Notes briefly explores the use of “circumcision” in both the Old and New Testaments.

Some allege that some 3,000 people could not have been immersed on the day of Pentecost because: (a) There was not enough time for twelve apostles to accomplish that feat; (b) There was not enough water in Jerusalem to accommodate such a great multitude.

Another argument which denies the essential role baptism plays in our salvation is answered.

What is the truth about Isaiah 7:14? Did Isaiah prophesy about a “virgin” or a young maiden? Was he talking about something in his day, or was he speaking of the birth of Jesus? Was Matthew mistaken?

Both the liberal left and the radical right have seriously distorted 2 John 9 to support their causes. What does this passage mean, and how does it relate to modern religious controversy?

Stephen Renn’s new Expository Dictionary of Bible Words is now available. Read Wayne Jackson’s review of this new Bible study tool. It will be a welcomed addition to the serious Bible student’s library.

When the plan of salvation is so easy to understand, why do some go to such great lengths to obscure it?

Christianity is viewed by promoters of hate and bigotry as an obstacle. Atheism, however, is not.

The arrival of Christianity provided refreshing encouragement of love-of-fellowman to a time that was marked by the lack of philanthropy.

What is the “morning star” promised to the faithful who overcome?

Here is a simple seven point plan to help one start understanding the Bible and its remarkable message.

Homosexuality is not the fun and free lifestyle that the media images we see everyday portray. It is a destructive and damnable pattern of behavior that is characterized as sinful rebellion against our Creator. But it can be overcome.