Are there any binding ordinances for Christian giving in the New Testament?

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In his book The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah, Alfred Edersheim estimates that the population of Jerusalem in the N...

Persecution of God’s people has always been a reality. Some who contributed toward the founding of this nation fled persecution. Now, the country conceived for the liberty of all is becoming a hotbed of anti-Christian sentiment. What should the Christian do?

Prior to his death in 1999, Ron Wyatt frequently made tabloid news with his sensational claims of astounding archaeological discoveries. But what is the real story behind such boasts—still made by some of his disciples?

A covenant is an agreement between two parties. In some cases, the parties stand on equal footing, and each party contributes to the conditions of the covenant. 

It can be the case, however, that ...

Poignant words concisely spoken are echoed in worship assemblies every Lord’s Day. In remembrance of him, Christians recall the words of Jesus, “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many unto remission of sins” (Matt. 26:28).

A discussion of the faith of Moses who forsook the treasures of Egypt

Did Jesus literally become a sinner on the cross? Or did he merely suffer the penalty for sin that we justly deserved?

The Greek tenses in Revelation chapter 5 reveal important points about the nature of Christ’s death and resurrection.

The conditions of the first century world attest to the wonderful planning of God.

Near the end of that historical period known as the Babylonian captivity, the prophet Daniel received a marvelous revelation that involved the unveiling of future events relative to the coming of C...

Troubled souls often raise such questions: If all parts of the Bible are equally inspired, how do you explain passages like Psalms 69:22-28, which call for punishment upon one’s enemies?

The book of Zechariah teaches important truths about the Messiah. Study it with us in this week’s Margin Notes.

Does one generation “inherit” accountability for the sins of a previous generation? Is “guilt” genetically transmitted? Some passages may seem to suggest this, but what is the truth of the matter? Study this issue with us.

Did Christ bear the “guilt” of human sin when he died on the cross? Or did he merely bear the “punishment” that was due us, as a consequence of our guilt?

There are many ways in which mankind has attempted to deal with his sinfulness. Yet the only effective remedy is redemption through and obedience to Christ .

Hebrews chapter 11 is a biblical record of faith. The examples listed there are our road map to understanding true faith.

The verb “reconcile” (Grk. katallasso) basically suggests a “change.” In an ethical or religious sense, it denotes a change between parties who have been estranged. It may refer to human associatio...

Genesis 6:6 indicates that “it repented Jehovah that he had made man.” Does this mean that God regretted his creation?