The Bible is not an ordinary book. It is the only revelation of God’s nature and will; it alone is “profitable for teaching, reproof, correction, and instruction in righteous” (2 Timothy 3:16). It can make us wise unto salvation, and the word is able to save our souls (2 Timothy 3:15; James 1:21). In this article, Jason Jackson discusses the importance of reading God’s word, and he offers some proven methods to boost your Bible reading.

Is the earth billions of years old? Does it matter? What does the evidence reveal?

What is “meekness”? And what did Jesus mean when he said the meek will “inherit the earth”?

A discussion of Hebrews 5:8-9.

Did Jesus say that the law of Moses including Sabbath observance would last until the end of the world?

Recently Hollywood actor, Tom Cruise, has provided considerable publicity for the movement called “Scientology.” Just what is the nature of this “religion”?

Did Christ endorse dishonesty? Some critics so claim. The truth is, it is their dishonesty with the biblical text that is more than obvious.

Is modesty a lost virtue? Can it be regained?

A recent study reveals the destruction caused by gambling.

Apathy grips our national conscience.

Christians need not be intimidated when certain “scientists” utter dogmatic pronouncements which disdain religion.

Some argue that John the Baptist’s teaching – that it was not lawful for Herod to have his brother’s wife (Mk. 6:18) – establishes a New Testament example of how someone today may be required to leave his wife.

LaGard Smith is a “scholar in residence” at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee. This lawyer/author has recently created a mild sensation with the publication of his latest book, After Life. In this week’s Penpoints, Wayne Jackson provides a brief review of Smith’s book.

The earthly life of Terry Schiavo has ended, but the controversy that surrounded this case is far from over. How does one assess these tragic life-and-death situations which are fraught with difficult ethical questions? Ponder this issue with us in this week’s Penpoints.

A Samaritan woman told Jesus that she knew about the coming Messiah. How did this lady know this fact?

Love is a fantastic emotion, from both divine and human vantage points. But it can be abused—and frequently is.

Critics of the Bible allege that the apostle Matthew made a mistake when he suggested “Judea” was “beyond the Jordan” (Mt. 19:1). Is there any way to legitimately exonerate the apostle from this charge? Study this problem with us.

By what standard should one evaluate a political leader? Does the Bible shed any light on this question?

What is the horrible sin of blasphemy? Have I been guilty of it? Can one obtain pardon for it?

It Christ’s genealogy important in establishing his identity as Messiah? Consider the evidence.