There is an interesting passage in the Jewish Talmud that mentions the death of Christ. Though written from a negative vantage point, it nonetheless constitutes a marvelous confirmation of the biblical record.

There are numerous examples from history of valiant Christians who went to their deaths as martyrs, singing hymns and happily praising God. How were they able to exude such a joyful demeanor? Whence their sense of fearlessness that seems to elude so many today?

May women participate in decision-making roles if there are no qualified men to serve as elders?

Based upon a misunderstanding of Ephesians 2:8, some argue that “faith” is a gift from God, and that it is not, therefore, a condition of salvation. This theory is the offspring of Calvinism. This week’s question explores this issue.

Babylon was destroyed for her pride. Jeremiah accurately prophesied this monumental event in ancient history.

The damaging effects of sin and the rigors of the Christian life can seem overwhelming. But in Philippians 3:13-14, the inspired apostle Paul sets forth an uplifting approach to life.

Does Hebrews 2:16 teach that there is no plan of salvation for the angels who fell from God’s favor?

Is there biblical evidence that there once was a rebellion among angels in heaven?

Does the Bible teach that there are different roles for men and women in the scheme of God’s plan for the church?

Does the fourth commandment apply today? Should Christians keep the Sabbath?

When 1 Peter 1:1, 2 is seen in concert with related biblical material, the doctrine of election is removed from the confusing fog of sectarian dogma.

On his way to Golgotha, Christ addressed a group of Jerusalem’s weeping women, and asked: “For if they do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the dry?” What is the meaning of this mysterious “green tree” saying?

Edward Gibbon’s monumental work of history provides great insight into early Christianity.

How does the Bible student discern the difference between passages that contain figurative language, and those that strictly are literal? There is much confusion in the religious world regarding this issue. Read this article and learn some of the interpretative principles that are involved in correct Bible study on this matter.

The first verse of the Gospel of John is absolutely brimming with meaning, and it refutes a host of popular errors.

This article addresses the identity of the Nephilim mentioned in Genesis 6:4.

When you read of another new discovery relative to man’s “apeish” ancestors, file it away; within a few months or years, the story will be different!

In Acts 2:38 Peter contended that baptism is “for” (eis) the remission of sins. Since many religionists deny this biblical truth, they seek comfort in a supposed parallel that they imagine nullifies the force of eis in Acts 2:38. Some imagine they have found a solution to their theological problem in Matthew 12:41. But have they?

How would it be possible for one to be happy in heaven, knowing that some of his loved ones are suffering in hell? This is a question that every thoughtful Christian has pondered at times. Is there a reasonable solution to this problem?