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If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. (John 8:31b-32) Jesus taught that we…

The answer depends on what “argue” means. The Bible is clear that some types of arguing are sin. For example, the Bible instructs Christians to use “sweetness” in their speech…

I have found a few things helpful when studying the Psalms. One is to recognize that the Psalms come to us from God to help us express ourselves to God.…

The Beginning of Wisdom Throughout history humans have used many methods to pursue wisdom. Philosophy is defined as the “love of wisdom” or “pursuit of knowledge,” yet when we consider…

It is not uncommon for commentators and Bible teachers to interpret the “blesseds” in the Beatitudes as meaning “to be happy.” The Greek work translated as “blessed” is makarios, and…

1. Philippians provides a helpful theological framework for Christian fellowship. The term koinōnia, often translated “fellowship,” “partnership,” or “solidarity,” bookends Paul’s letter to the Philippians. Paul and believers have koinōnia…

“You learn something new every day,” as the adage goes, holds a kernel of truth. As finite creatures, the process of learning never truly ceases for us. The historic creeds…

All things are for the glory of God! This driving passion was the very heartbeat of the Lord Jesus Christ, the highest aim He sought, the loftiest goal He pursued.…

Since twelve of those who were disciples of Christ later became His Apostles, the two terms disciple and apostle are often confused. Although the terms are used interchangeably, they are…

We have to discern what we mean by “Sabbath.” Technically speaking, Sabbath, Shabbat in Hebrew, is a creation ordinance according to the Old Testament how God established it at creation.…