The apostle Paul taught Timothy how to conduct himself as a young gospel preacher—advice sorely needed today and in every generation.

Does the Grand Canyon provide visual testimony in support of the theory of evolution?

Steve Lloyd is a respected gospel minister who edits an electronic journal, A Closer Look At Things Pertaining to the Faith. In a recent issue he interviewed Wayne Jackson regarding some of the needs in the church today. This is the text of that dialogue.

Are Bible classes, commonly called “Sunday school classes,” in harmony with the holy scriptures? Some contend they are not, and they have divided the church over this issue. Take a fresh look at this subject with a biblically based, common sense approach.

Will the turn of the century mark the beginning of Christ’s reign on Earth?

This question explores the possiblity of whether Nathan prophesied about the possible sin of Christ.

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

The ridiculous creation fables of mankind only serve to emphasize the genuineness of the Genesis account of the beginning.

Is it fair for God to punish the wicked for all eternity? Some believe that it is not, and have, therefore, developed a doctrinal view that denies this clear warning of scripture.

Jerry Falwell is calling for a more charitable view, he says, towards the “gay” community.

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.

The Greek word paradeisos derives from the Persian term pairidaeza, which meant an enclosure, a royal park, a garden with a wall. In the Greek Old Testament (LXX) the term is employed of the Garden...

When the conditions of God are happily met, one may be assured of the merciful pardon of Heaven.

The Psalmist affirmed that “the heavens declare the glory of God.” In this week’s Penpoints, Jason Jackson explores some of the wonders of the starry hosts that decorate the night skies.

Since its release in 2001, the English Standard Version of the Bible has gained popularity. We reviewed the ESV several years back and gave it commendation. Last year the ESV Study Bible appeared. While the study tools frequently are helpful, there are numerous danger spots characterized by doctrinal error. Those using this edition should be informed.

Were the events in Daniel chapter 3 recorded accurately? Archaeology once again confirms the authenticity of the Bible.

In Genesis 15, Jehovah made a promise to Abraham. He declared that the patriarch’s seed would someday possess the territory between “the river of Egypt unto the great river, the river Euphrates” (v. 18). Has the promise been fulfilled?

How does one explain Jesus’ injuction for followers to “hate” their families?

The English “elect” derives from a compound Greek term, eklektos (ek — “out of,” and lego — “to gather”). It suggests the idea of being selected or chosen. 

The New Testament uses the term in va...

The term “grace” occurs about 155 times in the New Testament. The word relates to the Greek term chairo, meaning “to rejoice,” and grace itself comes to mean favor, gratification, or gratitude — d...