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Signs of a True Disciple of Christ

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19).This Scripture is commonly known as The Great Commissio...

Does the Bible Address Atheism?

Hope Bolinger

What is a Christian to do when talking to an atheist about their faith? First things first, try to understand what exactly the person you are talking to believes and try to determine if they are open ...

Who Was St. Stephen and Why Did He Die?

Hope Bolinger

In Acts, after the early church begins to convert thousands of people to the Christian faith in a matter of days, we meet for a brief time a man by the name of Stephen. He has a short introduction i...

7 Proven Methods to Be an Effective “Soul Winner”

Dr. David Jeremiah

If Christ called us to preach the gospel everywhere, how can we be an effective witness for Him? Let these 7 proven methods guide you in your efforts....

Why Does the Bible Warn about Cultural Relativism?

Bethany Verrett

Because culture is greatly influenced by man, and man is creative in ways that are both good and bad, many cultures have elements that are a mix of good, bad, or neutral. Removing any objective standa...

The City of Philippi in the Bible

Matthew Harmon

As a Roman colony, Philippi was intended to be a miniature version of Rome. However, the Roman character of the city did not erase the previously existing Greek Hellenistic culture....

Strengthen and Defend Your Faith Through Apologetics

Bethany Verrett

"Apologetics" sounds like one of those scary "smart Christian" words - something that pastors and leaders study, but not us common people. But apologetics is simply studying God and the Bible, in orde...

15 Things All Christians Should Know about Judaism

Bethany Verrett

Just because many people of Jewish descent have rejected Jesus, that does not mean God has turned His back on them. One of the beautiful prophecies in Revelation is that many Jews will turn to their t...

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...

Who Was C.S. Lewis and What Did He Write?

Blair Parke

For those who aren’t familiar with the God-blessed work of this amazing man of faith, let’s take a journey into C.S. Lewis’ life and work – who he was, what he stood for, and why his legacy still impa...

What Is Parousia? - The Second Coming of Christ

Hope Bolinger

Parousia doesn't always refer to Christ's second coming. It could also mean coming in general, the entrance of something. But typically it refers to when Christ will come again....

What Should Christians Know about Religious Pluralism?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

People who believe in religious pluralism may have problems with Christians saying Jesus is the only way to God. But for what reason?...

What Christians Should Know about Barnabas in the Bible

Jessica Brodie

Barnabas truly was a “man of encouragement.” He gave his life to the church and sacrificed much for the faith. He, along with Paul and other Christian leaders of his time, was instrumental in spreadin...

What Are the Fruit of the Spirit and How Do We Grow Them?

Hope Bolinger

Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Many of us have heard of the Fruit of the Spirit or tried to focus on embracing them at different times. But ...

What Makes John 3:16 Such a Beloved Verse?

Pamela Palmer

This famous verse is important because it tells us about the unconditional love that God has for his creation, it teaches us about the sacrifice God made for us, and it helps us understand the eternal...

4 Profound Lessons from the Book of Galatians

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Galatians is a great book to study especially if you are struggling or dealing with traditions. ...

5 Inspiring Lessons from the Life (and Death) of Dorcas

Heather Adams

Why is there so much admiration for someone who only appears once in Scripture? Part of the reason can actually be found in the reaction of those that knew her, as they saw her illness and death. The ...

What Should Christians Know about the Controversial History of Paedobaptism?

Ben Reichert

What makes paedobaptism controversial and what should Christians know before considering it?...

How - and Why - Should We "Bear One Another's Burdens"?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

The bottom line is we need each other. For every person there will come a point where you are overwhelmed by the weight of life. In those moments you will be grateful that there is someone there to he...

What Are the Qualifications of an Elder?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

What exactly is an Elder? In both 1 Timothy and Titus, the author lays out the qualifications of a church Elder. Leadership is an important role in the church body, and not something to be taken light...