Second Timothy chapter 4 contains a commentary upon the forgiving spirit of Paul. It also underscores the breathtaking mercy of the One who knows the true character of our hearts — even when we don’t live up to the highest ideal possible.

We must try to master the art of forgiving—for others’ sake, and for our own.

Is the law of Moses still binding, or was it abolished by the death of Christ? Paul contends for the latter; some apparently dispute with him. Let us look at the evidence.

The parable of the “good Samaritan” has echoed down the corridors of time for the past 2,000 years. What makes it so memorable?

Should anyone ever be re-baptized? Some say no. But what do the scriptures say?

What is the relationship between the Christian and the government?

A brief devotional study on one of the greatest examples of faith during the ministry of Christ.

What is the law of sin (Rom. 7:25) and what is the “law written in their hearts” (Rom. 2:15)?

Were those disciples who were immersed by John the Baptizer required to be re-immersed on the day of Pentecost or thereafter? Some sincere Bible students maintain they were, but will the evidence really support that view?

Is there biblical evidence that there once was a rebellion among angels in heaven?

Was the death of Jesus Christ a part of God’s eternal plan for human salvation? Amazingly, some have contended it was not—contrary to the explicit testimony of Peter (see 1 Peter 1:19-20).

Sometimes the most unpleasant topics are worthy of addressing for the benefit of others. That is the case with the theme below.

“Terrorist” is a word with which we are quite familiar these days—at least in a political sense. What about “terrorists” in the church? They were present in the early church, and they are today as well. We must learn to identify them if the church is to be kept pure.

The term “sanctification” is used rather loosely in the community of “Christendom.” What does the Bible really teach about this important theme?

A careful investigation of the biblical text provides a powerful antidote to the postmodern confusion which alleges that truth is subjective, elusive, and ephemeral.

What is a command in the New Testament and what is merely cultural and not binding today?

How can God be viewed as good, when the Bible suggests that he created evil?

Is it necessary to be a member of a local church?

Will the turn of the century mark the beginning of Christ’s reign on Earth?