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?

One of the rapidly growing religious movements today is the Baha’i group. What is the Baha’i movement? Is it biblical? Is it a true religion?

Was Cornelius, the Roman centurion of Acts chapter ten, saved before and without baptism?

We must try to master the art of forgiving—for others’ sake, and for our own.

What does Jesus expect from his disciples?

A popular Christian teacher recently stated that sincere people, regardless of their religious affiliation, should not be discouraged from praying for miracles. In this week’s Penpoints, Wayne Jackson respectfully challenges this assertion.

The story of Ruth ... and three precious lessons from this memorable book from the Old Testament.

This article addresses whether or not people have the right to speculate about who will be saved apart from the declarations of divine revelation.

What the Bible doesn’t tell us is an indication of its supernatural origin.

The inspiration of the Bible can be proven by several lines of argumentation. One of these is what the Bible does not say..

This striking passage clarifies the connection between one’s knowledge of the truth and his salvation.

What happens to the “soul” at the point of death? Is it conscious, or does it exist in a state of “sleep,” totally oblivious to its environment?

This article reviews the recent scholarship prize award by John N. Clayton.

We have much to learn about prayer from Jesus. His prayers are models both in what to pray for and when to pray.

The practice of having “baby dedication” services is becoming increasingly popular within some churches of Christ? Is this ritual a mere expedient, or does it reflect an unwarranted innovation? This article addresses this growing controversy.

The apostles Paul’s final epistle to Timothy, contains a passage that is so brimming with meaning that it scarcely can be exhausted. Study it with us.

Some claim that Jesus, in his conversation with the rich, young ruler (Mk. 10:17-18), denied that he possessed the nature of deity. What is the truth of this matter? Study this controversial passage with us.

What did Jesus mean in Mark 7:11-12 when he condemned the Pharisees’ practice of “Corban”?

Biblical words may have varying senses, depending upon the context in which they are found. A brief study of the term “kingdom” is a good illustration of this principle.

The first verse of the Gospel of John is absolutely brimming with meaning, and it refutes a host of popular errors.