The preface to Luke’s Gospel account is packed with exciting information that lays the foundation for the credibility of his specifically designed narrative relating to the life and teaching of Jesus Christ. In this week’s Penpoints, Jason Jackson directs our attention to some of these matters.

Many are confused as to the meaning of Romans 3:31. In this article we explore the meaning of the sacred text.

There is an interesting passage in the Jewish Talmud that mentions the death of Christ. Though written from a negative vantage point, it nonetheless constitutes a marvelous confirmation of the biblical record.

Matthew 10:23 is a difficult text that has generated much controversy among Bible students. Just what is the meaning of the Lord’s statement, that the apostles will not have evangelized all the cities of Israel, “till the Son of man comes”? Wayne Jackson discusses this problem in this week’s Question segment.

Is the earth billions of years old? Does it matter? What does the evidence reveal?

Did the mother of Jesus ever sin?

“Jehovah’s Witnesses” contend that the term “Hell,” as used in the Bible, is a “symbol of annihilation or everlasting death in unconsciousness” from which there is to be no awakening (Make Sure of All Things, p. 155). Does this represent the truth of biblical teaching regarding Hell?

There is a type of work that is incorporated into the plan of redemption. Join us in the study of the apostle John’s reference to such work.

What are the implications of Jude’s reference to a prophecy of Enoch? Study this matter with us.

What was the sin of Jeroboam? Unauthorized innovation — still a problem to this day.

The Scriptures teach that human beings have a spirit/soul that is capable of suffering everlasting punishment.

Division “contrary to the doctrine” of Christ is wrong (Romans 16:17); but division, consistent with the Lord’s teaching, is not. Let faithful men and women work for a church that is united—but united upon the basis of biblical truth, not sectarian compromise (John 17:17).

Should elders anoint the sick with oil in connection with their prayers?

Does the Old Testament provide precedent for “social” drinking today?

Archaeology, time and time again, has confirmed the accuracy and reliability of the Bible as a historical document.

Does the case of a mysterious disciple in Mark 9 provide precedent for Christian fellowship with sectarian religious institutions?

Jesus once observed a poor widow contributing into the treasury of the Jewish temple. This incident is twice recorded in the Gospel records. Of what significance is this narrative? Study this fascinating account in this week’s Penpoints.

In his letter to the church in Laodicea recorded in the book of Revelation, the Lord expresses his disgust with their current condition. What could have elicited such a response?

How did the universe arise? Modern science hasn’t a clue.

Did the law of Moses continue to be binding upon non-Christian Jews up until the fall of Jerusalem in A.D. 70? While some, who designate themselves as “realized eschatologists” so contend, there is no biblical support for this bizarre theory.