Does Amos 6:5 censure David’s introduction of instrumental music in worship?

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.

Why does the Catholic Church place such great emphasis upon Mary, the mother of Christ? Is this proper?

The first five books of the Old Testament are invaluable for the serious Bible student – in many different ways. Jason Jackson discusses these magnificent documents.

When we initiated our Question & Answer column just over a year ago, we scarcely anticipated how popular this segment of our site would become. Some who submit queries may wonder why their inquiry has not appeared in this column.

This article addresses a sectarian argument that attempts to justify sprinkling as a substitute for immersion.

This commentary discusses the hypocrisy in the so-called partial-birth abortion practice.

The church is facing a crisis in the early days of this new millennium. There is a drastic shortage of qualified Bible class teachers. Church leaders need to train new teachers, and those already in that capacity need to take their jobs seriously.

The psalmist, David, records some of the most profound thoughts capable of human beings in Psalm 8.

Is the Bible incorrect in referring to the existence of “light” before the creation of the sun? What was that mysterious “light” on the first day of Earth’s history?

Is it appropriate to sing some of the songs from the book of Psalms in the Old Testament? An interested reader wants to know.

The practice of selling “indulgences” is a part of Catholicism’s sordid history. This week’s Penpoints deals with an amusing incident in the ministry of John Tetzel, one tragic character in this apostate movement.

What is the meaning of the expression, “new heavens and new earth”? Does it refer to the renewal of this planet, or does it signify heaven itself?

Critics claim the Bible is filled with irrelevant material. Is there any purpose in seemingly trivial information in God’s Word?

Psalm 69 provides comfort to those passing through difficult times.

In spite of frequent cries for the separation of church and state in our public school system, a great deal of religion has been smuggled in under the guise of science.

Why does the title “lord” appear in two formats in the Old Testament, i.e., LORD and Lord?

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

Bible critics have charged the sacred book with mistakes in that the King James Version mentions both “unicorns” and “satyrs” — both of which are mythical creatures. How does the student of the Scriptures respond to this alleged difficulty?

Organ transplants have been around for several years and lives have been saved as a result. But a new medical era has now been entered — that of non-vital organ transplantation. Such a procedure needs serious thought.