The recent earthquake and subsequent tidal waves in the Indian Ocean have caused many to wonder why God allows such disasters to burden the earth. Is there any reasonable explanation for these events that respects the concept of the benevolence of our Creator?

Sennacherib sent a great army to Jerusalem. Through his military officials, he made a series of threats, the design of which was to bully the Hebrew king.

Matthew Henry’s commentaries on the Bible have been popular for some three centuries. They provide devotional material that refreshes the spirit. The Bible student may wish to know something of Henry’s background.

Why the Apocryphal books don’t belong in the inspired canon of Scripture.

This historical book covers a period of about 126 years — from the death of David, Israel’s great king, to the death of Jehoshaphat, one of Judah’s rulers. It embraces the reign of Solomon, the tr...

Does this passage prove the Calvanistic doctrine of hereditary total depravity? Not in the least.

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.

Study with us three important points from this passage.

It is such a comfort to know that God is a Being of perfect goodness. Reflect on these aspects of his goodness.

The article discusses the controversial interpretation of Jephthah’s vow in the Old Testament where it is debated whether he sacrificed his daughter as a burnt offering or devoted her to the service of Jehovah.

Between the end of the Old Testament era, and the commencement of the New Testament period, four centuries passed. During these times important events transpired that impacted the commencement of Christianity. Every Bible student should familiarize himself with this history.

William Barclay was a popular Scottish theologian who died in 1978. His books are immensely popular. But Barclay was a “mystery.” He was modernistic in many of his views; yet extremely instructive in other ways. Read this discussion regarding a hurtful, but helpful, scholar.

Why do some want the Ten Commandments posted in public places, when the New Testament teaches that the law was a ministration of death?

The truth regarding eternal punishment.

Why do people cry? The Bible mentions human tears more than 500 times.

It is not so much Singer’s nutty ideas about animals that is the focus of controversy (he refuses to wear leather); it is his views about humans—and their relevance in comparison to animals.

In his letter to the Colossians, Paul refers to Christ as “the firstborn of all creation.” Does this phrase suggest that Jesus was a “created” being? The “Jehovah’s Witnesses” so allege, but what is the truth of the matter? Study this intriguing question with us.

Is the law of Moses still binding, or was it abolished by the death of Christ? Paul contends for the latter; some apparently dispute with him. Let us look at the evidence.

The opening book of the Bible is a document of “beginnings.” It consists of 50 chapters in our modern translations. 

Written by Moses some 1,500 years before Christ, it introduces the beginning of...