If the Kingdom of God Has Come … and It Has
by Zeke Flores If the kingdom of God has come — and the Bible emphatically states that it has — then the theory of premillennialism is heretical King Jesus isn’t coming back to establish His kingdom; He’s already done it. His sacrifice has provided a once-for-all remedy for sin, and the Spirit has provided and…
Read MoreWhy Resist Baptism?
by Marvin Rickett Nearly all denominations resist the Bible’s doctrine of baptism in one manner or another. Some resist it by saying it is not essential to salvation. One can be saved without ever being baptized. Others resist it by teaching that one is saved before one is baptized. He is saved at the point…
Read MoreJesus, the Greatest
by Terry Wane Benton The greatest blessing of my life is Jesus. Without Him, my heart was dark, and my direction was aimless. I pretended that believers were as irrational about God and Jesus as children were about tooth fairies. I once challenged a preacher, and he sent me material that opened my eyes. I…
Read MoreHe Died for My Sins
by Allen Dvorak via Biblical Insights, Vol. 15 No. 2, February 2015 What would you be willing to do for your enemy? To the Romans, Paul wrote that God demonstrated His love for us “in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8). We (men in general) were enemies of God because…
Read MoreStillborn
by Jack Gibbert via Sentry Magazine, Vol. 17 No. 1, 31 March 1991 Paul says the purposes of the offices listed in Ephesians 4:11 are so that we would no longer be children (Ephesians 4:14), but would grow up in all things into Him who is the head, Christ (Ephesians 4:15). Many New Testament passages address…
Read MoreJesus, the Perfect Man
Author Unknown From The Commercial Appeal, 22 December 1912 There is no other character in history like that of Jesus. As a preacher, as a doer of things, and as a philosopher, no man ever had the sweep and the vision of Jesus. The human analysis of the human actions of Jesus brings to view a…
Read MoreAm I able to return to God?
Question: I’m in my 30s. Last year, I decided to become a Christian. I’m in the “doctrine,” but I haven’t been baptized yet. When I decided to become a Christian, my family turned their backs on me. I only had the support of a sister and her husband, who preached the word of God to…
Read MorePeople Like You
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Read MoreIs the Bible only for the less educated?
Question: Dear Jeffrey, I recently came across a paper written by a preacher of a brotherhood Church of Christ, and here is what it says: “The Bible was not written for the highly educated, but rather, for the simple (I Corinthians 1:26-27).” It does puzzle me, and I would like to hear your view on…
Read MoreWhere Do Your Morals Come From?
by Terry Wane Benton What is wrong all over the news in our country is that we shoved even mentioning God out of public life, and that leads to a decline in governing yourself with moral accountability. Take accountability to God out of your picture, and nobody has the right to tell you what to…
Read MoreThe Book of Hebrews on Jesus
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Read MoreSifted
by Terry Wane Benton The Lord told Peter that Satan would sift him like wheat. He sifts through our character and principles to find that vulnerable spot that he can use to bring us down. With David, it was lust; with others, it is alcohol or chemical addiction. The weak spot in some is the…
Read MoreTrembling at God’s Word (Article)
by Doy Moyer “But this is the one to whom I will look: he who is humble and contrite in spirit and trembles at my word. … Hear the word of the LORD, you who tremble at His word” (Isaiah 66:2,5). Trembling at God’s word here stands in sharp contrast to what Isaiah says between…
Read MoreWhich should take priority – fellowship or evangelism?
Question: Acts 2:46 states that they would meet every day. Today, with modern schedules, jobs, and family demands, daily gatherings seem unrealistic, but is this wrong thinking? To what extent is the daily fellowship model in Acts 2:46 an expectation for Christians, and how should believers today practically live out this passage? Scripture encourages strong…
Read MoreMy wife doesn’t want to live with me any longer
Question: Hello Bro. Hamilton, Thank you for the tremendous amount of labor you’ve devoted to this website and helping people properly understand and discern God’s word. I have a question about what I should or am allowed to do regarding I Corinthians 7. My wife has been adamant for the last six months that she…
Read MoreDid I marry my teenage boyfriend?
Question: Hello Sir, I hope you’re doing well. I have a quick question and would truly appreciate your biblical insight regarding marriage covenants. When I was in high school, at the age of 15, I had a boyfriend with whom I was sinfully involved, and I’ve since repented and deeply regretted those choices. I’m now…
Read MoreThe Blessing of Relationships
by Zeke Flores Paul’s words in I Thessalonians 2:8 remind us that some of the greatest blessings we receive from others are found not so much in the gifts they give but in the people they are. When lives become intertwined through fellowship in Christ, it fosters tighter relationships, deeper love, and more enthusiastic motivation.…
Read MorePreaching the Word to a World That Doesn’t Listen
Author Unknown It seems to me that the theme of June in society is centered around the symbol of the promise that God made to mankind in a word, never to flood the earth again. Obviously, the rainbow is being misused and mistreated among those of various parties, but the account of Noah is one…
Read MoreJeroboam’s Golden Calves
by Clay Gentry Imagine God handing you immense power, a kingdom, and a divine promise of an enduring legacy. What would you do to keep it? Would you trust His word, or would you take matters into your own hands, even if it meant compromising the truth? This isn’t a modern political thriller; it’s the…
Read MoreFit to Reflect
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Read MoreWho Do You Say Jesus Is?
by Terry Wane Benton There were various opinions about who Jesus was to those considering Him in the first century (Matthew 16:13-19). All opinions and beliefs were not equal. Today, various religious beliefs are not equal to the truth. When some held the opinion that Jesus was a prophet but only a prophet, their opinion…
Read MoreMaking a Positive Difference
by David Gibson Sorely Missed “Then Jeremiah chanted a lament for Josiah . . .” (II Chronicles 35:25 NASB). Josiah “pled the cause of the afflicted and needy” (Jeremiah 22:15). He urged his wayward nation to turn back to God (II Chronicles 34-35). Josiah made a difference. When Stephen was martyred, those who buried him…
Read MoreSurprise!
by Zeke Flores Life is full of surprises. Some are pleasant, but many, maybe even most, are not. Unpleasant, stressful, unexpected, and unwelcome events require adjustments, not only in action but also in attitude. A real, lasting attitude adjustment can only be done by trust and confidence in God, Who may not take away your…
Read MoreA Biblical Call to Reject Occult Practices
by Cleve Stafford In an age of spiritual confusion, many are turning to mysticism in the name of peace, balance, or inner healing. Practices such as burning sage to “cleanse” a room, carrying crystals for energy, reading horoscopes, or consulting psychics are increasingly viewed as harmless rituals or even helpful tools for mental clarity. However,…
Read MoreStanding for Right
by Paul M. Tucker Standing for the right is very demanding of us. It is not easy. It may be very inconvenient. It may even lead to loneliness. On the mountain peak of spiritual experience, it can be a lonely place; we may even find ourselves alone. “At my first answer no man stood with…
Read MoreFit to be Holy
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Read MoreIs unconditional forgiveness only required for unbelievers?
Question: Brother Jeff, I would appreciate your input on this question. We understand from Luke 17:3 and Ephesians 4:32 that forgiveness is conditioned upon repentance. But is this only applicable in situations where the offender is a Christian (brother in Christ) like yourself? In other words, is forgiveness conditional only when the person who offends…
Read MoreIs it adultery to marry again?
Question: Good day; I have read your articles on your website and I find them very edifying. I have a couple of questions, and I hope you can help me. I became a Christian and was baptized at age 17. I was pregnant, and my mom had just become a Christian a year before, and…
Read MoreFit to Obey
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Read MoreAre Advanced Medical Directives or Living Wills wrong?
Question: In my country, there is an arrangement called “Advance Medical Directive (AMD)”. “It is a legal document that you sign in advance to inform the doctor treating you (in the event you become terminally ill and unconscious) that you do not want any extraordinary life-sustaining treatment to be used to prolong your life.” Is it…
Read MoreThink So?
by David Gibson Thinking Reconsidered The bumper sticker caught my eye: “Don’t Believe Everything You Think.” If it’s unwise to believe everything we hear, isn’t it also unwise to believe everything we think? “There is a way which seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death” (Proverbs 14:12 NASB). Our…
Read MoreTarnish on a Silver Platter
A cynic is someone who, when given a silver platter, sees only tarnish. His perspective is skewed because he’s already made up his mind about how to look at life, and, unfortunately, some of the most cynical people can be Christians. Christians should be the most optimistic people in the world! I’m not talking Pollyanna…
Read MoreSpiritually Minded
by Ronny E. Hinds A Christian’s greatest need, without exception, is to be spiritually minded. This means the primary focus of life is spiritual matters. It means that every thought and action is controlled by what God wants. This way of thinking always asks, “Do these thoughts, does this behavior, please God? How does God…
Read MoreThe Silence of the Scriptures
by Trent Sherwin If we were to take a trip to our favorite drive-through fast-food restaurant and order a #1 with cheese, fries, and a Coke, and then, when we pulled up to the pay window, discovered the total was $43.59, would we have a problem with that? The obvious answer is, “Yes, of course!”…
Read MoreFit to be Molded
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Read MoreFit to Repent
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Read MoreFit for the Master’s Use
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Read MoreWhy would God have Moses strike the rock one time and not the next?
Question: Dear Brother Jeffrey, I have a question and would appreciate your insights. In Exodus 17, God commanded Moses to smite the rock for water, and then in Numbers 20, He commanded Moses to speak unto the rock for water. We know that Moses smote the rock in Exodus; he did the same in Numbers,…
Read MoreThe Age of Accountability (Hunter)
by Brent Hunter Introduction This is a controversial subject because the Bible does not specify an age at which one becomes accountable for his sins. So in one sense, there is no specific “age of accountability.” The age of accountability varies from person to person, depending on what they have been taught, the development of…
Read MoreNot Wanting the Truth
by Larry Rouse Good quote I just saw: …”most people don’t want the truth despite what they say. What they want is constant reassurance that what they believe is the truth…. Those who are skilled in the arts of deception will always find an audience willing to be deceived!” “The coming of the lawless one…
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