The concept of “sleep” is used in many ways in the Bible. A study of these usages yields many valuable lessons.

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

Watchfulness over the flock is one of the most serious responsibilities of the eldership.

Abilene Christian University (Abilene, Texas) is rapidly departing from the strong base upon which it was founded. A reckless breed of mavericks flaunts the new course it has charted.

An explanation for an alleged contradiction concerning King Jehoshaphat

Pontius Pilate, governor of Judea who presided at the trial of Jesus, was truly a tragic character. Yet, he was providentially used by God to establish the innocence of Christ. Wayne Jackson takes a look at Pilate in this week’s Penpoints.

The apostle Paul taught Timothy how to conduct himself as a young gospel preacher—advice sorely needed today and in every generation.

Have you considered the significance of “small things” — both good and evil?

We have much to learn about prayer from Jesus. His prayers are models both in what to pray for and when to pray.

John Calvin was a tremendously influential person in Protestant history. But his Institutes reveals his philosophy towards the Holy Scriptures. Is this philosophy worthy of emulation?

In one of his final prayers, Paul prayed for those who had neglected him. What can we learn from this selfless act?

We have become a nation driven by polls. Polls are taken to determine practically everything—from what sort of food Americans prefer, to whether or not the president should be impeached.

How do atheists determine what is moral or immoral? While they frequently claim there is a “standard,” closer examination reveals that the name of the game is “make up your own rules.”

Wayne Jackson reflects on his past and aspirations for the future, in this endeavor.

Some preachers are pampered and unquestionably not worth what they make. On the other hand, there are others who simply are not treated fairly—consistent with the principle of the Golden Rule.

Influence is powerful for good or evil. Are you striving to enhance your influence for the honor of Christ?

Shepard was a twenty-one-year-old student at the University of Wyoming. He openly professed homosexuality. Apparently, he was lured from a bar and taken to a remote place; there he was tied to a fence, pistol-whipped, and left exposed in the cold. Eventually, he died.

The Old Testament has much to say about Jesus Christ. The following outline will prove helpful in learning more about our Savior.

Some protest the use of illegal drugs by a glazed-eyed sub-culture, all the while popping pills daily to cope with a variety of problems common to humanity.

A sincere Christian wants to know: “Why don’t churches of Christ use instruments of music in their worship?” The issue comes down to the matter of authority. Take a look at this theme with us in this week’s Question and Answer.