In the book of Revelation there are several references to the seven spirits. To what, or whom, does this expression refer?

What does “contending for the faith” mean?

This article discusses the recent controversy concerning noted weight-loss expert, Gwen Shamblin.

Does your definition of faith match with the Bible definition of faith?

The Mosaic system was preparatory to the coming of the Christian system. While the two systems were complimentary, there are significant differences.

An article, widely circulated in newspapers around the country a while back, announced that Jesus was coming “very, very soon.” Allegedly, “signs” in the Bible indicate such. In this week’s Question & Answer column, we respond to this baseless assertion.

What is faith? Is it merely trusting Jesus to save you? Or is action necessary for a believer to be pleasing to God?

Is the doctrine of eternal punishment in hell consistent with the idea of a good and loving God?

What should be the nature of the fruit of the vine used during the Lord’s supper?

Who is the Angel of Jehovah in the Old Testament?

A brief review of the heretical doctrine of realized eschatology

Why do some Bible verses seem to indicate some people were forgiven without repentance?

Are some sins “greater” than others? There is a sense in which any sin will condemn. There is another sense in which greater responsibility is attached to some acts of sin. Explore this topic with us.

What is the origin and design of marriage?

A critic asserts that the three different records of Paul’s conversion, as recorded in the book of Acts, are irrelevantly repetitious and even contradictory? Does the charge really hold up? Consider this matter with us.

The greatest commandment ... love.

In his second letter to Timothy, Paul mentions two men, Jannes and Jambres, who withstood Moses. Who were these men, and how did Paul know of them, since they are not named in the Old Testament?

It is a wonderful thing when Christians rush to the assistance of others during times of disaster. But do we always think clearly about the way we implement these efforts? A word of caution surely is in order. One aspect of this issue is addressed in this week’s Penpoints column.

Will wolves literally lie down with lambs? What does Isaiah’s prophecies mean?

Will there be different “degrees” of reward and punishment in the eternal order of things? The concept of “justice” — together with scriptural declarations — suggest there will be appropriate judgements.