Biblical answers to common questions about faith, doctrine, and Christian living.
May Christian women teach a Bible class in which some of her students may be young boys who have become Christians? Some strongly object to this. But is the objection valid? This article addresses this sensitive topic.
Since the "baptism of the Holy Spirit" was bestowed upon the household of Cornelius, some wonder why the same experience cannot be received today. This article explains why Spirit "baptism" was an experience unique to the first century.
Why do some want the Ten Commandments posted in public places, when the New Testament teaches that the law was a ministration of death?
Will there be different "degrees" of reward and punishment in the eternal order of things? The concept of "justice" -- together with scriptural declarations -- suggest there will be appropriate judgements.
Does this key phrase from Revelation 1:1 mean that John's prophecies would all be fulfilled within a short time span?
Christ and his apostles were able to "cast out demons" to demonstrate the power of God. Were the Pharisees able to accomplish the same feat? Study this question with us.
Some religious leaders deny that water baptism is an essential component in God's plan for human redemption. Frequently, 1 Corinthians 1:17 is employed to argue this point. What is the truth regarding this matter?
Does the Bible recommend that the use of alcoholic beverages can be of assistance in fighting depression? Some have misinterpreted Proverbs 31 to this end.
How old should a child be before he is allowed to be baptized? Are we immersing some who are too young? What are some of the guidelines by which responsible decisions can be made?
Does the Bible contain a mathematical error relative to the dimensions of Solomon's temple basin? Critics so claim, but what are the actual facts?
This article by Wayne Jackson provides a detailed analysis of Joshua's long day as described in the Bible. It discusses various interpretations from both liberal and conservative scholars and ultimately argues that the event involved a genuine miracle.
Some Bible students are puzzled that the writer of Hebrews uses present tense forms (8:13) to depict the passing of the Mosaic law. How are these to be explained in light of Bible teaching elsewhere that the law of Moses was abolished by the death of Christ (Eph. 2:15)?
It appears that 2 Kings 8:26 and 2 Chronicles 22:2 conflict with reference to the age of Ahaziah. Is there a reasonable explanation for this discrepancy?
Did Jesus say that the law of Moses including Sabbath observance would last until the end of the world?
Some, in leading prayer at the communion table, will refer to God's death. Is this appropriate? Some allege that it reflects "more reverence" to use "thee" and "thou" in prayer, rather than the terms "you" and "your." Is there validity in this observation?
What is the difference between the doctrines of "transubstantiation" and "consubstantiation"?
It is sometimes claimed that the Bible is inconsistent in its theology in that it claims infallibility for the apostles' teaching, yet acknowledges they made mistakes in their personal lives. How does one address this alleged difficulty?
Does Paul's condemnation of sorcery include prescription drugs?
In two Gospel narratives, representing the same incident, one writer refers to a certain woman as a Canaanite, while another calls her a Syrophoenician Greek. Does this constitute a Bible contradiction?
Are we baptized in the Spirit or in water?
