Some may jump to the conclusion that the Bible contradicts itself with regard to Jesse’s sons. But such a conclusion is not necessary.

Are public worship forums the place for “fashion” eccentricities? Some seem to think there should be no restrictions as to what one may wear when functioning in a teaching and/or leadership role in church assemblies. This “hot button” topic is discussed in this week’s Penpoints article.

The case of Sennacherib highlights the foolishness in pitting one’s self against God.

How should the Christian evaluate the Harry Potter book series?

Does 1 Corinthians 14:26ff authorize solos or choirs in New Testament worship?

Youngsters who attend secular educational institutions frequently are confronted with seriously erroneous teachings. How do they deal with these dangerous situations? It doesn’t have to be a hostile encounter.

A contrast between Timothy’s mother, a godly woman, and Ahaziah, whose notorious mother and grandmother counselled him to do evil.

This and numerous other New Testament verses establish the fact that the Holy Spirit is a divine Person.

Is the account of Noah’s flood accurate? How, the critic wants to know, could the dove have plucked a fresh olive leaf from a tree that, a week earlier (Gen. 8:10), had been totally submerged in water?

Why is it that some people say they just cannot seem to find a “friendly” church?

The case of Herod Antipas is instructive for modern-day issues of marital relationships.

In Psalm 51, it appears that David is praying for forgiveness after having committed fornication with Bathsheba (as indicated in the superscription). How then could he have said to God, “Against thee, thee only, have I sinned” (v. 4)?

Is the New Testament command to not eat with unfaithful Christians apply to a potluck gathering?

The divinely prescribed method of church discipline is effective.

Exactly how did Timothy receive spiritual gifts? Study this misunderstood passage with us.

What is the correct interpretation of this widely misunderstood passage?

The prophet Ezekiel accurately prophesied the details of the capture of the king of Israel.

The Apostle John shows an obvious distinction between the body and the soul.

What is Lent and Ash Wednesday? Are these religious observances found in the Bible?

The use of the definite article “the” in Paul’s discussion of “the faith” is significant.