The New Testament Compared to Classical Literature
The New Testament was completed by the end of the first century. How do we know that the documents have come down to us with integrity over the past twenty centuries? It is a fascinating study. The evidence is stunning.
Psalm 3: A Morning Song
Psalm 3 is a morning song of David during a difficult time in the king’s life. It is brief, but brimming with instruction and comfort.
The Burial of Christ’s Body
Why was Christ’s burial important in the scheme of redemption?
The Biblical Concept of “Time”
What is the biblical concept of time? In this article, we explore several ideas associated with time from a biblical perspective.
The Biblical Concept of Sleep
The concept of “sleep” is used in many ways in the Bible. A study of these usages yields many valuable lessons.
How Is a Civil Ruler a Minister of God?
What is the relationship between the Christian and the government?
The Meaning of Romans 3:31
Many are confused as to the meaning of Romans 3:31. In this article we explore the meaning of the sacred text.
Three Prayers of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving in prayer is a common theme in the Bible. This article focuses upon three “tenses” of prayers of thanksgiving.
Worship
A brief survey on worship as taught in the Bible.
Lessons from Lamentations
Apostasy: A Clear and Ever-Present Danger
Contend Earnestly for the Faith
What does “contending for the faith” mean?
National Security — The Real Solution
How can we secure the future of our nation? What is the solution to homeland security?
The Value of the Kingdom of Heaven
In two parables, Jesus emphasized the great value of his Kingdom.
The Great Commission According to Matthew
One of the last instructions Christ gave to his apostles was to go make disciples of all the nations. In this article, we review the account of this solemn command as recorded in Matthew 28:18-20.
The Doctrine of Open Theism
The Star of Bethlehem
Was the star of Bethlehem a natural event or a miraculous phenomenon?
A Bible-Believing People
Your attitude toward the Scriptures determines how God’s Word will influence your life.
The Baptist Church: An Historical Perspective
I grew up among kindly people of the Baptist affiliation. My father’s family was of this persuasion. A more gracious, benevolent group of folks could scarcely have been found. It was heartbreaking, therefore, to eventually discover that the church of my ancestry was unknown to the New Testament.
Words Fitly Spoken
Words are vehicles of communication. Since it is the case that “words” can lead either to salvation or to condemnation, it is important that Christians craft a vocabulary that expresses biblical ideas in their purest form. Study this issue with us in this month’s Feature.