The matter of “stewardship” is a vital biblical concept. The following study in contrast is one that challenges the sincere child of God.

Where is the hope of the righteous to be eternally realized — on earth or in heaven? The Bible’s answer is very clear.

The faithful Paul viewed his persecutions as the providential workings of God in the defending of the gospel message.

This word derives from the Latin term rapio, “to snatch.” The corresponding Greek expression is harpazo, signifying “caught up” (cf. 2 Cor. 12:2, 4) or “caught away” (Acts 8:39). At the time of Chr...

What is a command in the New Testament and what is merely cultural and not binding today?

The Corinthian Christians had promised a contribution for their poor brethren in Jerusalem. But they had failed to keep their pledge. How was Paul to motivate them to have a greater spiritual vision?

The English word “church” is derived from the Greek kurikon, meaning “belonging to the Lord.”

The actual word in the Greek text, which stands behind the modern rendition, “church,” is ekklesia, "...

Traditionally, churches of Christ have observed the Lord’s supper each Sunday — and only on that day. Now, some are suggesting there is New Testament authority for daily communion, or for the serving of the supper on days other than the Lord’s day. Unfortunately for those who so argue, the New Testament “authority” for this evolving procedure is missing.

Are dead people able to view the activities of their loved ones who are still alive?

Does the Bible specifically address the issue of the growing practice of “worship-drama”?

In this discussion, we pay special attention upon the phrase, “the first and the last,” as it appears in Revelation 1:17-18.

The catacombs located beneath the city of Rome are a wonder of antiquity which reveal much about the early adherents to the Christian faith.

What is the meaning of that phrase in the book of Hebrews, “the spirits of just men made perfect”? In order to understand the expression, the surrounding context must be examined. This study does that.

This is a review of the Left Behind book series by Jerry Jenkins and Tim LaHaye, which advocates dispensational premillennialism.

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

Exactly who, or what, was this infamous “little horn”?

Some attempt to argue that Christians are not commanded to give a weekly contribution based on 1 Corinthians 16:1-2.

The expression “the gift of the Holy Spirit” in Acts 2:38 has long been a matter of interest and discussion among the people of God.

What is acceptable worship? This article is the second in a two-part series.

Is worship “regulated” by God? Or is man left to his own inclination in this matter?