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Who Is Theophilus and Why Are Two Books of the Bible Addressed to Him?

Hope Bolinger

Many of the New Testament books were originally letters, and like most letters, they begin with a greeting. The books of Luke and Acts are addressed to a man named Theophilus. But, that's about the fi...

The Role of Women in the Church: Are We Missing the Mark?

Eric Costanzo

There has been much debate regarding the “created order” and “the Fall” in Genesis 1-3, and how they relate to women preaching, teaching, and leading in the church according t...

What Makes a Miracle?

Jessica Brodie

Whether the miracle has to do with healing sickness or infirmity and showcasing god’s power and status as Almighty God matters not; what matters is that the miracle isn’t merely coincidence, but rathe...

Is a Believer's Baptism Biblical?

Stephen Baker

The practice of credobaptism finds its roots in the very beginning of the Church Age in the first century. The second chapter of Acts records the baptism of about 3000 people after they heard Peter pr...

What Do We Know about Nazareth, Jesus' Hometown?

Pamela Palmer

Jesus was raised in Nazareth, and this is a significant piece of information regarding Jesus’ life and story. His humble upbringing was consistent with the humility Jesus demonstrated during His life ...

Four Ways God Leads His People

John Piper

I see at least four methods that God uses to lead us in his will. I put them in four "D’s" to help me remember them....

How Can Faith Come by Hearing?

Lisa Baker

But faith comes by hearing. It can only come by hearing (Romans 10:17). The Apostle Peter, in Jerusalem on the day of Pentecost, spoke Scriptural truth as he quoted Joel and David....

3 Powerful Reasons a Mother’s Behind-the-Scenes Faith Matters

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

We often think the heroes in life are the people who do great and courageous acts, and rightfully so. These people often make great sacrifices, many times without knowing whether their actions will ev...

Why Did the First Believers Receive the Holy Spirit Via Tongues of Fire?

Britt Mooney

When the feast of Pentecost arrived, “tongues of fire” descended upon each disciple (Acts 2:3). What exactly were these tongues of fire?...

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"?...

What Is Soteriology and Why Is it Essential for All Christians to Know?

Jean Wilund

Soteriology isn’t uniquely Christian, but it is biblical. Paul demonstrates the use of soteriology in his letter to the Corinthian church....

What Is the Purpose of Baptism for Christians?

Rev. Kyle Norman

Baptism is not an end; it is a beginning. One is baptized into a new life, as a sign of one’s new creation by the Spirit of Jesus, embodied within the context of a new community. In this way, despite ...

What Does the Bible Say about Herod Agrippa?

Melissa Henderson

Herod Agrippa's family play an important part in several New Testament events, and his own story shows some shocking miracles and lessons about why we must give God the praise he deserves....

What Is the Chronological Order of the 66 Books of the Bible?

Jessica Brodie

The Bible is indeed a well-organized collection of writings penned by more than two dozen authors spanning thousands of years. Instead of being organized chronologically, it is organized by literary g...

5 Remarkable Things to Know about Pentecost Sunday

Dr. Michael A. Milton

The Christian remembrance of Pentecost holds important biblical teaching that builds the life of a believer and continues to support the fulfillment of the Great Commission in our time.Let’s consider ...

How Is God “Not a Respecter of People”?

Blair Parke

Although some may feel that God owes them more respect than others (think the Sanhedrin and those who based their faith on their works), God sees everyone equally and doesn’t hold the lives of anyone ...

The Name of Jesus Holds Incredible Power

Frank Santora

At these times when we are tempted to lose our faith and hope, we need to remember that God will engineer a rematch in such cases, and He has rigged the outcome by giving us an unbeatable weapon – His...

How Peter’s Prison Escape Shows Us the Power of Prayer

Emma Danzey

Peter’s escape was done with confidence because of his trust in God, the power of people praying and the help of an angel. His story reminds us of the freedom that we too can experience in Jesus throu...

Do You Have to Be Baptized to Go to Heaven?

Dr. Michael A. Milton

Heaven is not dependent upon the Sacraments of Baptism or, for that matter, the Lord’s Supper. But merely stating this leaves out a great deal of necessary discussion. For God commanded that a sign (H...