Articles

The Resurrection of the Wicked

The Bible teaches that both the righteous and the wicked will be resurrected from the dead. Such being the case, what will be the difference in the composition of these respective bodies?

What Is A Cappella Music?

Did the first-century Christians employ mechanical instruments of music in their worship of God? If so, where is the evidence of such? If not, why did they refrain from such when instruments were readily available in that era?

Did Jesus Deceive His Brothers?

Bible critics frequently charge Jesus Christ with dishonesty in connection with an incident recorded in the Gospel of John (7:1ff). Study this matter with us.

Luke and the Old Testament

Though the New Testament writer Luke was a Gentile, surprisingly his Gospel account reveals a significant knowledge of the Old Testament scriptures. Reflect upon this fact with us.

Did God Ask Moses To Be Deceitful?

Critics of the Bible sometimes claim that God once asked Moses to act in a deceitful way when dealing with Pharaoh. Is this accusation fair?

Judge Plagiarizes ACLU Pro-evolution Meanderings

The following article by Art Moore reveals that even some judges are not above unscrupulous conduct in writing their Opinions.

Does the Bible Sanction Rahab's Lying?

Some charge that the Bible is inconsistent since it condemns lying, yet appears to endorse Rahab's involvement in this very sin. How is this supposed discrepancy to be explained?

Why Do Good People Do Bad Things?

Have you ever heard of a good person who has done a very bad thing? Why does this happen?

What Happened to the Ten "Lost" Tribes?

The Northern Kingdom of ancient Israel is frequently referred to as "the ten lost tribes." But were they ever lost? They were not--some cultic theories to the contrary notwithstanding.

Is It Okay to Lie Sometimes?

Obfuscation is a type of lying. It is a form of lying that attempts to “sneak” around the truth without being so blatant. This article addresses this type of under-the-table dishonesty.

The Record Buried in Coal

Why coal is a bad witness in the case for evolution.

Bertrand Russell's "Teapot" Argument

Atheists frequently make bogus arguments in defense of their position; sometimes, theists do too. One needs to learn the difference between a good argument and one that is flawed.

Scholastic Subterfuge

When the plan of salvation is so easy to understand, why do some go to such great lengths to obscure it?

The Church Fathers: Benefits and Abuses

The writings of the so-called "Church Fathers" are valuable sources of information for that period known as the "post-apostolic" age. Unfortunately, the literature frequently is also abused.

New Book: Seven Things A Loving God Hates

Allen Webster's new book is a valuable study on Jehovah's attitude towards those often quoted "seven things" he hates. We highly recommend this as a welcome addition to your library.

Richard Dawkins: God Hater

Richard Dawkins's book, _The God Delusion_, received laudatory praise from the press for his diatribe against religion. Does his arguments against faith in God hold merit? Wayne Jackson responds.

Developing Christian Confidence

Most of us would like to have more confidence. Unfortunately, too many people have grounded their confidence upon rotten foundations and have ignored the genuine basis of trust and boldness.

The Belly Button Argument

A gentleman recently attempted to negate the divine proclamation that God made heaven and earth, and everything therein, in six days (Exodus 20:11). His argument can best be characterized as "belly button" logic. We here review it briefly.

When Does a Human Person Begin?

Does a human person begin at conception, uterine implantation, viability, birth or at some point after birth?

The Accuracy of the Book of Acts

Over the years, from time to time, critics direct their hostility at the book of Acts, attacking its credibility. Repeatedly, however, it has weathered the storm of criticism.