Articles

The Beasts of Revelation 13

The Emerging Church Movement--The New Face of Heresy

Why People Quit Church

Why do people say they have decided to quit the church?

The Wages of Sin and the Free Gift of God

An in-depth study of two contrasting ideas: what we've earned through sin and the free gift God has offered to humanity.

A Study of Last Things

The term "last" is applied to several different things in the New Testament. There are valuable lessons for you to think about embedded in these descriptions.

The Lord's Day

The Christian Priesthood

Addicted to Me

Meth ... pot ... fentanyl ... or "ME"? Which addiction has more victims?

The Doctrine of Open Theism

Be Still and Know That I Am God -- Revisited

Christian Priorities

What does Jesus expect from his disciples?

The Paradox of Anxiety

The ACU Commentary and the Unity of the Book of Isaiah

What Are You Looking for in a Church?

Moving into a new community? Having a life-altering crisis? Children growing up in a wicked society? Thinking about a church? Many people are; unfortunately, however, too many are looking for the wrong things.

Struggling with Life's Injustices

Is life fair? Many suggest it is not. Good people suffer and "fat-cat" crooks often prosper. Is there any sense to this? Let us reflect a bit deeper than the surface.

The Righteous Shall Live by Faith

The declaration, "The righteous shall live by faith," is found several times in the Bible. What is the significance of the expression? This essay explores this issue.

Buy a Sword?

When Jesus said, "Buy a sword," what did he mean?

Jesus Christ - A Family Portrait

In addition to being the Son of God, Jesus of Nazareth had a _human_ family. A consideration of family details is a thrilling and rewarding investigation.

The English Standard Version Study Bible - A Review

Since its release in 2001, the English Standard Version of the Bible has gained popularity. We reviewed the ESV several years back and gave it commendation. Last year the ESV Study Bible appeared. While the study tools frequently are helpful, there are numerous danger spots characterized by doctrinal error. Those using this edition should be informed.

Calvinism and the Great Commission

This article examines the theological foundation of Calvinism, its doctrine of predestination, and the implications of this doctrine for understanding salvation and evangelism.