It is not an uncommon thing that a Bible verse, which seems so simple, can be so deep and brimming with meaning. Such surely is the case with the apostle John’s tender message in 1 John 2:1-2. In this week’s Penpoints, we contemplate this thrilling passage.

Have you ever heard of a “Christian Bar”? Jason Jackson considers the ethics of an “anything-goes” approach to evangelism.

Did God reward the midwives who may have lied to Pharaoh, only to kill Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5 for the same infraction? Does God deal prejudicially with people? Does the Bible represent the Lord as an inconsistent, unfair God? Let’s take a close look at a question that speculates on the justice of God.

What day was Jesus actually raised on? Sunday or the Sabbath?

Critics often criticize figurative language in the Bible as being scientifically inaccurate. But even “scientists” use figurative language from time to time. In spite of poetic language, Psalm 19 does contain some descriptions of the sun that are scientifically precise.

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

A closer look at one of Jesus’ parables intensifies the point intended by our Lord.

The Christian lives in a world where he interacts with other people on a daily basis. What sort of impression are we leaving upon others? The exercise of “common sense” principles of courtesy can have a wonderful effect upon your fellows. We reflect upon some of these in this week’s Penpoints article.

A kindly friend comes calling with a tract on “How To Have a Home In Heaven.” Unquestionably they are sincere. But is sincerity a valid substitute for truth? Jason Jackson addresses this issue.

Train your children to avoid financial pitfalls, with the focus on being a faithful steward of all with which God blesses you. Reflect upon this important topic with Jason Jackson of the Christian Courier.

In Matthew 11:3, John the Immerser sends a message to Christ. Did his inquiry express doubt on his part?

The Bible provides answers to many of our problems.

Why does the Catholic Church place such great emphasis upon Mary, the mother of Christ? Is this proper?

Human embryos should not be created whimsically, nor should they be destroyed.

In a time when economic conditions are easier than when our parents lived, youngsters still need to be taught a solid work ethic. Reflect upon this issue with us.

This commentary discusses the hypocrisy in the so-called partial-birth abortion practice.

This article discusses the meaning of Matthew 18:20 in its immediate context.

What about the terms “Godhead” and “Trinity”? Is it appropriate to use these words? Do they represent biblical ideas? Study this issue with us in this week’s Q&A session.

Did the mother of Jesus ever sin?

May a Christian be involved, in any way, with holidays that have pagan origins?