When it comes to religion, some folks have a real “disconnect.” By that I mean they are strong in arguing for a particular doctrinal platform, but they see no relationship between their theological peculiarities and their conduct of life.

This question discusses whether or not the translators of the King James Version had some bias toward the protestant dogma of “faith-only.”

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.

The language of this passage affirms that the human body is a work of intricate design and therefore could not have arisen by mere accident.

Is “necessary inference” a valid method of arriving at biblical truth?

LaGard Smith is a “scholar in residence” at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee. This lawyer/author has recently created a mild sensation with the publication of his latest book, After Life. In this week’s Penpoints, Wayne Jackson provides a brief review of Smith’s book.

Skeptics dismiss miracles and the operation of divine providence by appealing to the uniformitarian principle, i.e., the present is the key to the past. However, when the atheistic agenda is at stake, exceptions to the uniform operations of nature are allowed. Study this matter with us in this week’s Penpoints article.

A controversial question is whether women should be used as translators in the public worship assembly. Some, who would object to the modern practice of women leading public worship, have no problem in using a female translator. Others object to the practice. Carefully study this question with an open mind. Let God’s word be our guide during this study.

Oh, they don’t call it murder. To these mad scientists, it’s just “embryo research.”

Why does the Jehovah’s Witness’ Bible render John 1:1 as, “the Word was a god”?

Is there any evidence that God speaks directly to people today? What does the Bible say?

Peter’s recognition of fulfilled prophecies in Acts chapter 1 affirms the inspiration of Scripture.

A study of brotherhood educational institutions regarding creation reveals startling deficiencies.

The Bible knows nothing of an arbitrary divine election separate from human responsibility.

Did James reveal a scientific principle that was yet to be “discovered”? It is quite possible.

The following article is the true story of Clyde Thompson, once known as the “meanest man in Texas.” It wonderfully relates how the power of the gospel of Christ changed a vicious murderer into a great, soul-winning instrument of evangelism on behalf of men behind bars. This narrative was first published in a small tract (now out of print) distributed by Star Bible. It is reproduced here (with some slight editing and reformatting) for the benefit of our readers.

Does baptism come before or after the salvation contemplated in 1 Peter 3:21?

Why do some want the Ten Commandments posted in public places, when the New Testament teaches that the law was a ministration of death?

If the church sings to the accompaniment of an organ, those thus participating have added something to what the Lord prescribed.

This is a review of Rosemary Reuther’s book which attempts to defend new “marriage” relationships.