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Some allege that some 3,000 people could not have been immersed on the day of Pentecost because: (a) There was not enough time for twelve apostles to accomplish that feat; (b) There was not enough water in Jerusalem to accommodate such a great multitude.
Bible critics charge that if Jesus Christ was a real historical character, there ought to be more in the Roman secular records about him. What may be said in response to this allegation?
What is the meaning of that ambiguous expression "the regeneration" that Christ mentioned in Matthew 19:28? Is it a reference to a thousand-year, literal reign of Christ upon the earth? Or does it describe the present Christian regime? Study this passage with us.
Books are a minister's treasure. Here's a review of a magnificent three-volume set, Spicq's _Theological Lexicon of the New Testament_. We recommend this work very highly.
Does the New Testament indicate that a time will come when miraculous gifts will be replaced by something better? What could be "more complete" or "unified" than the many differing gifts of the Spirit received by the first Christians?
Is it appropriate to sing some of the songs from the book of Psalms in the Old Testament? An interested reader wants to know.
If you could plan a message to be delivered at your own funeral, of what would it consist? You might want to give some thought to this question.
What will be the state of the wicked after their death, prior to judgment?
Why did Paul instruct Timothy to use wine with his water. Does this sanction the social consumption of modern beverage alcohol?
The Hebrews writer appeals to the profane attitude of Esau in order to teach us something about the nature of irreversible consequences. If we treat lightly the promises of God and forfeit the Christian inheritance, it will be too late for tears come judgment.
It is frequently alleged that "justification" is a process accomplished wholly by God, and any "obedience" on the part of man is excluded. But this theory, sincere as it may be, is seriously erroneous. Study this issue with us.
It is a stunning phenomenon that many who profess faith in Jesus Christ actually entertain a theological belief system that fails to rise to the level of the "demonic." Reflect upon the fascinating issue with us in this article.
The first king of Israel's fall from grace can serve as a warning for us today.
What is a command in the New Testament and what is merely cultural and not binding today?
Why does the Catholic Church place such great emphasis upon Mary, the mother of Christ? Is this proper?
Stephen Renn's new _Expository Dictionary of Bible Words_ is now available. Read Wayne Jackson's review of this new Bible study tool. It will be a welcomed addition to the serious Bible student's library.
This and numerous other New Testament verses establish the fact that the Holy Spirit is a divine Person.
A critical charge that supposedly nullifies the harmony of the book of Acts is the fact that there are differences in the three accounts of Paul's conversion. Let us examine this alleged problem.
Can you recognize a good deal when you see it? Evaluate the terms and conditions for following Christ and see if it is worth it. If you are convinced by the evidence that Jesus is the Son of God, certainly you will value the Lord's teaching on the costs and consequences of discipleship.
Learn the distinction between death and Hades, body and soul.
