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Neglecting the Old Testament

In our circles—our pulpits, Sunday school classes, and Bible study groups—the biggest problem is the ignorance and neglect of the Old Testament. We must admit it: a good many evangelical preachers and...

10 Examples of Generosity in the Bible and How to Follow Them

Timothy L. Smith

Among the central themes of the Bible are money and stewardship....

What Is a Concubine? Why Did God Allow Men to Take Concubines in the Bible?

Emily Hall

In the Bible, a concubine was a woman acquired by a man as a secondary wife. Her purpose was to provide a male heir in the case of a barren wife, to provide more children in general to enhance the fam...

What Is the Apocrypha and Can We Trust It?

Dr. Michael A. Milton

There are plenty of variations, not only within Protestant, Orthodox, Roman Catholic communities but also within Bible editions. Indeed, the history of “what’s in” and “what&rs...

What Does the Bible Say about the End Times?

Dr. Michael A. Milton

The question of whether we are living in the last days is answered without the slightest vagueness by the New Testament authors: “Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by ...

Is the New Testament Forged?

Dr. Jerry Newcombe

A major New Testament scholar claims that many of the New Testament documents are forgeries. Are they?...

The Condition of Prayer Most People Overlook

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

It's a question that Christians have pondered over since the dawn of Christianity: how should we pray? The Bible is filled with incredible, powerful prayers. But depending on who you ask this question...

Are Believers Given "7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit?"

Dr. Michael A. Milton

Beyond the exposition of passages, scholars identified systematic truths collected from the Bible and placed in a grouping: e.g., “the seven deadly sins,” “the seven virtues.&rdquo...

How Do We Know the Right Books Made it into the New Testament?

Matthew Mittelberg

Has the New Testament, a collection of 27 books, been heavily edited and censored by the church? Do we have any reason to trust the books that were included? This article will explore these important ...

Can We Really Speak Things into Existence?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Our words have the power to build others up or tear them down, to encourage or to deride. We learn as young children that it's often impossible to take words back. But how much power do our words have...

Bad Excuses, Beautiful Opportunities in the Parable of the Great Banquet

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

While visiting the home of rich Pharisee, Jesus comments that when the man throws a banquet, he should invite only the poor and needy. In this way, he will be blessed. To explain further, Jesus tells ...

Why Does Jesus Say Whoever Loves Their Family More Than Him Is Unworthy?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Let's face it - sometimes Jesus just said some odd things. Taken out of context or without the proper understanding, they can range form confusing to offensive. Take Matthew 10:37 for example - is Jes...

Does Jesus Tell the Rich Young Ruler Only the Poor Can Be Saved?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

What exactly is Jesus saying to this young man? The Bible teaches “blessed are the poor in spirit” (Matthew 5:3), but do we have to be financially poor as well? Surely if this man wanted to follow Jes...

What Is Apologetics and Why Is it Important?

Jaime Jo Wright

This confidence comes in knowing that we have chosen—yes, by faith but also by evidence—to follow the almighty God for reasons that are founded, proven, and true. To find truth, one must investigate, ...

How Do I Stop Doing What I Hate I Do?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

"What I hate I do" reminds us that we are complex beings who often do the worst thing for us. So how do we reach a healthier, God-honoring life?...

What Do the Bible's Words about Theocracy Teach Us Today?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Theocracy, the rule of God, is an important concept in the Bible that matters more than we might expect today....

What Should Christians Remember about the Breaking of Bread?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

What does the Bible mean when it tells Christians to practice "the breaking of bread"?...

Are There Missing Bible Verses in the NIV Translation?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Are there really Bible verses missing from the New International Version of the Bible?...