Category “Christianity”

Should I Believe in the Doctrine of Eternal Security?

Many Bible passages emphasize the reality of our security as believers in Jesus Christ: John 10:27-30; 13:1; Romans 8:29-39; Ephesians 1:13;…


Does the Bible Permit Women to Run for High Political Office?

The Bible was written at a time when women were not allowed prominent positions in society. The structure of ancient …


What Is Calvinism?

Calvinism is the main branch of the historic Reformed movement. The Reformed movement had numerous leaders, including Ulrich Zwingli (1484–1531), …


Were Disagreements Over Christian Doctrine the Main Cause for European “Religious Wars” of the 16th and 17th Centuries?

Many people assume the separation of church and state established in the US Constitution resulted from 16th- and 17th-century “religious …


Should Christians keep the Old Testament feasts?

Should Christians keep the Old Testament feasts?

We enjoy exploring the symbolism of the Old Testament feasts, but we don’t recommend…


Why don’t Protestant Christians pray to Mary and other saints, seeking their help and intercession?

Why don’t Protestant Christians pray to Mary and other saints, seeking their help and intercession?

Christians who pray to Mary and…


Do the Same Kinds of Prophets Exist Today as did in Biblical Times?

Do the Same Kinds of Prophets Exist Today as did in Biblical Times?

While all Christians have the ability to prophesy…


What Should the Church do with a Christian Swindler?

Earthly restitution isn’t always possible. King David could never undo the consequences of his sin with Bathsheba because his arranged murder …


Is the Issue of Eternal Security Worth Arguing About?

Many Scripture passages support the security of the believer (See the ATQ article, Should I believe in the Doctrine of Eternal …


Should Someone “Speak in Tongues” in Church and Provide their own Interpretation?

The Apostle Paul set guidelines in 1 Corinthians 14:27-28 for tongues-speaking in Corinth. He makes it clear that no-one should …


To What Extent do Christians and Jews Share a Common Foundation in the Bible?

To what Extent do Christians and Jews Share a Common Foundation in the Bible?

Christians often mistakenly conclude that the primary…


Is there Something Dangerous About Seeking Stillness in Prayer?

Is there something dangerous about seeking stillness in prayer?

Some Christians are up in arms about people who advocate seeking stillness…


Why do Christians Believe God is Triune?

Christianity isn’t founded in a philosophical perspective that evolved into a religion. Christian faith resulted from the revelation of God …


What are the Apocryphal Books Included in Some Versions of the Bible?

What are the apocryphal books included in some versions of the Bible?

The Apocrypha were a subset of a larger group…


Did the apostle Peter found the church in Rome and serve as its first bishop?

Did the apostle Peter found the church in Rome and serve as its first bishop?

The church at Rome was already…


Did Jesus Postpone His Earthly Messianic Reign as Davidic King Because the Jews Rejected Him?

Some people have the mistaken idea that if the Jews had not rejected Jesus Christ, He would have initiated His …


Is Religion Evil?

From the time of the Enlightenment (17th and 18th centuries), many have viewed religion with indifference or hostility, but there …


Why don’t Protestant Christians worship Mary and the saints?

Why don’t Protestant Christians worship Mary and the Saints?

The New Testament applies the term “saint” to all Christian believers.1 Nothing …


Is it Possible that My Loved Ones are Suffering in Purgatory?

We believe that death brings the redeemed immediately into the presence of God (2 Cor. 5:6-8; Phil. 1:21-23).

The concept …


Why did Culturally Jewish Christians Stop Observing the Sabbath?

The New Testament makes it clear that the earliest Christians already worshiped on Sunday in commemoration of the resurrection of …