This link takes you to a series of seven videos explaining the evolution of Billy Graham’s formula for salvation. — from Nick Karastamatis Note: Please keep in mind that the theology… Read More
Darwin Online
Posted: July 31, 2013
Of interest for those who like Mr. Charles Darwin. His complete works are now online. — Phil Spadaro
Helpful Resources on the Reliability of the Bible, by Phillip Eichman
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://doesgodexist.org/MarApr08/Helpful_Resources__Bible.html
EASTER
Posted: July 31, 2013
Did you know that there are two dates for Easter? One follows the Jewish Passover and is lunar, the other determined by solar calculation. This disagreement dates back to at… Read More
Bogus Claims in Archaeology (Ron Wyatt)
Posted: July 31, 2013
In the opening words of the article at Wikipedia, "Ronald Eldon Wyatt (1933-1999) was an amateur archaeologist (he had no training in the discipline and held no professional position) and… Read More
Keeping Pets in Their Place, by Charles Colson
Posted: July 31, 2013
Why we can’t afford to treat animals like they’re humans, by Charles Colson with Anne Morse | posted at Christianity Today website 4/29/2008 08:27AM. Click here.
The Catastrophe in Burma
Posted: July 31, 2013
I have been in contact with a church of 90 disciples in the former capital city of Rangoon (Yangon). Rangoon city is doing okay, but the towns to the southwest… Read More
Si tu hermano te hace algo malo – esp*
Posted: July 31, 2013
Descargue el archivo. Pdf haciendo clic aquí.
Interesting downloads, from John Lang
Posted: July 31, 2013
This link offers a host of interesting downloads: http://www.st-edmunds.cam.ac.uk/faraday/Multimedia.php John Lang
Francis Collins presentation at UC Berkeley, from John Lang
Posted: July 31, 2013
I found the host website to be an interesting source of apologetic thought. Check it out: http://www.veritas.org/ — John ang
Genesis and Common Descent, by John Lang
Posted: July 31, 2013
Last year I shared with each of you two papers I wrote for John Oakes’ on-line apologetics course that preceded the 2007 Apologetics Conference (paper 1, paper 2.) These papers… Read More
Relics of Eden (Review), courtesy of John Lang
Posted: July 31, 2013
This blog author (Cliff Martin) is a friend of Gordon Glover, author of Beyond the Firmament. I think his brief review of Relics of Eden hits the proverbial nail square on… Read More
The Church of Oprah
Posted: July 31, 2013
FYI (for your information), this link takes you to the religious beliefs of Oprah Winfrey. Listen to the interview and see what you think…
Evidence For Christianity Newsletter (the ministry of Dr. John Oakes)
Posted: July 31, 2013
Download Evidence For Christianity Newsletter (the ministry of Dr. John Oakes) by clicking here.
The Translation of Proverbs 22:6
Posted: July 31, 2013
Our interpretation of this passage of scripture hinges in part on the translation we are using. This article is a one-page study of Proverbs 22:6, as discussed in The Quiver, republished as… Read More
Beyond the Firmament, from John Lang
Posted: July 31, 2013
UPDATE: I read the book and have been in contact with the author. Excellent! -DJ I just finished viewing the videos from the link below and I am going… Read More
Footage from La Paz, Bolivia
Posted: July 31, 2013
The following is from a Christian brother in Tampa, Florida. To view the video (length 3:30 mins), click here. I just returned from La Paz (12 March 2008).
NIV errors
Posted: July 31, 2013
I am often asked about the merits of various Bible translations. Like many of my readers, I was brought up on the NIV. When I became a Christian (1977), the… Read More
Turkey radically revising Islamic texts (Hadith)
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/7264903.stm
Instilling Humility in our Children
Posted: July 31, 2013
Pat Williams, author of Souls of Steel, shares his thoughts at Crosswalk.com. Click here to read the article.
DEBATE! Islam-Judaism-Christianity, 7 June 2008, Chicago
Posted: July 31, 2013
Rabbi Shmuley Boteach (www.shmuley.com) is the host of the National TV show, ‘Shalom in the Home’ airing on TLC (The Learning Channel), and the international best-selling author of 18 books. In Oxford,… Read More
The Size of the Cosmos, by John Clayton
Posted: July 31, 2013
From the Jan/Feb issue of Does God Exist? Vol 35, no. 1. Used by permission of John Clayton. It is difficult to pick up a newspaper or a scientific… Read More
Earth-like planets?
Posted: July 31, 2013
Media Distortions of Earthlike Planets If you read the newspapers and their description of new planets being found around other stars you might come to the conclusion that scientists are… Read More
Poverty!
Posted: July 31, 2013
Appalling Numbers Of the six and one-half billion people living on the earth, 1.2 billion live on an average of 23 cents a day and 2 billion have no electricity. … Read More
The feminist movement & Christian leadership
Posted: July 31, 2013
Here are a number of interesting links to pursue regarding feminism and its influence on Christianity. Thanks to Malcolm Cox of London, who recommended these articles in connection with the… Read More
The Coming Religious Peace, by Alan Wolfe
Posted: July 31, 2013
In the March 2008 Atlantic Monthly, there is an intriguing article by a professor from Boston College. http://www.theatlantic.com/doc/200803/secularism
Willow Creek Apology
Posted: July 31, 2013
When a church realizes it has erred, an apology is in order. Read about a realization and change of direction in this large and famous congregation: http://blog.christianitytoday.com/outofur/archives/2007/10/willow_creek_re.html http://revealnow.com/story.asp?storyid=48
Why Christians Read Their Bibles Poorly, by Gordon Fee
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://thebooksofthebible.info/resources/gordon_fee.php
Genesis: Literal History or Metaphor, from Honest Synopsis
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://honestsynopsis.blogspot.com/2008/02/genesis-literal-history-or-metaphor.html
Israel Church Update
Posted: July 31, 2013
So what is happening these days in Jerusalem? The churches in the Holy Land had a rough year in 2007, but as the word of God says in 1 Peter… Read More
The Healthy Body of Christ, by Scott Green
Posted: July 31, 2013
Food for thought! Click here to read.
Christians Don’t Go to Heaven! — N.T. Wright
Posted: July 31, 2013
TESTING THE FAITHBishop: Christians don’t go to heavenAnglican challenges widespread belief, says believers asleep until God returns Posted: February 10, 20082:49 pm Eastern © 2008 WorldNetDaily A bishop described as "one… Read More
Violence in Kenya: Disciples refuse to Kill
Posted: July 31, 2013
22 January 2008 FACING DESTRUCTION, ESCAPING DEATHDisciples Among Victims Of Post-Election Violence In Kenya Compiled by John Maleya Following the announcement of official results of the presidential election… Read More
Unworthy Servants, by Ashley Hockenberry
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://eastregion.com/unworthy_servants.html
Seal from time of Solomon’s Temple Discovered
Posted: July 31, 2013
A stone seal bearing the name of one of the families who acted as servants in the First Temple and then returned to Jerusalem after being exiled to Babylonia has… Read More
Banned From Church!
Posted: July 31, 2013
The following article, from the Wall Street Journal, has implications for church discipline. To read it, click here.
If God is everywhere, why do so few people find Him? by David Kupelian
Posted: July 31, 2013
To read the article, click here.
Through the Bible in a Year
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://douglasjacoby.com/wp-content/uploads/ThroughtheBible.pdf This is a plan I have recommended ever since 1995. Many have followed it and accomplished the victory of reading through the entire Bible in a year. If this… Read More
Evolution presentations
Posted: July 31, 2013
I found these presentations to be very helpful in resolving the conflict many still perceive with regard to Creation and Evolution. — John Lang 1. http://www.ualberta.ca/~dlamoure/beyond.html. 2. http://www.randomdesigner.com/dvd.htm
Kohlberg’s Stages of Moral Development
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://www.aggelia.com/htdocs/kohlberg.shtml Some interesting thoughts, worth reading.
Coming to Peace with Science audio message by Darrel Falk
Posted: July 31, 2013
To hear the audio message: http://douglasjacoby.com/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/CFHG2007Falk.mp3 — Submitted by John Lang
VISIT ISRAEL, EGYPT, JORDAN
Posted: July 31, 2013
CHANCE OF A LIFETIME! 2008 BIBLICAL STUDY TOUR Every year the Biblical Study Tour brings us to another exciting location. (For example, last year we visited Pergamum, Ephesus, Laodicea, and Patmos.)… Read More
Brothers in prison (India)
Posted: July 31, 2013
A few brothers in Bangalore, India were falsely imprisoned for preaching the gospel. They are now out on bail. For details, please see message below from Shajus Philip, preacher in… Read More
Matters of Conscience — A Deeper Look, by Gordon Ferguson
Posted: July 31, 2013
Common Misconceptions The study of conscience biblically is a very interesting study, due partly to how misunderstood the subject actually is by many. For example, it is common to hear… Read More
Voice of the Martyrs
Posted: July 31, 2013
From The Voice of the Martyrs Weekly News on Persecution IssuesFrom Around the World. Click Here to Subscribe to Our Weekly Email Alerts. … Read More
Spiritual Authority, by McClung
Posted: July 31, 2013
The following is a paper by Floyd McClung: Download .pdf
Plight of Christians in Iraq
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://www.cbsnews.com/sections/i_video/main500251.shtml?id=3564314n
News from DoesGodExist.org
Posted: July 31, 2013
Used with permission from John Clayton, from the November/December 2007 Does God Exist? bulletin Baby Killer Chimpanzees. We constantly are given the picture that chimpanzees are peaceful, nearly human relatives… Read More
Thoughts from Dr. Lennox
Posted: July 31, 2013
Here is an interesting debate between Richard Dawkins & John Lennox. Dr. Lennox also has a new book. And here’s a brief video with Lennox & McGrath, as well as a… Read More
The Role of Women, by N.T. Wright
Posted: July 31, 2013
The following is a fascinating paper by New Testament scholar N.T. Wright. Download .pdf
Dinesh D
Posted: July 31, 2013
Dinesh D’Souza & Christopher Hitchens Debate: “Is Christianity the Problem?” To watch the debate, click here:http://www.tkc.edu/
Does God Exist? debate with Michael Shermer
Posted: July 31, 2013
Click here to view the to view the entire debate with Michael Shermer (23 June 2007) at YouTube. Due to YouTube’s 2007 requirement that no uploads be over 10 minutes,… Read More
Wall of Nehemiah Discovered?
Posted: July 31, 2013
Israeli Says Elusive Biblical Wall Found Nov 30 12:11 AM US/EasternBy REGAN E. DOHERTYAssociated Press Writer JERUSALEM (AP) – A wall mentioned in the Bible’s Book of Nehemiah and long… Read More
Aug 2007 Report on Papua New Guinea Medical Clinic
Posted: July 31, 2013
Click here for the report on the Nine Mile clinic in Papua New Guinea.
Divorce reconsidered
Posted: July 31, 2013
The October 2007 issue of Christianity Today contains a very thought-provoking article on marriage and divorce. Although you will want to read it for yourself, clicking here, the upshot is that there are three legitimate… Read More
Spirituality and Money — audio lesson from Gordon Ferguson
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://www.phoenixvalleychurch.org/sermons/index.htm
Poetry and Prose
Posted: July 31, 2013
Click on http://kkpullen.blogspot.com/ if you like Christian poetry (and prose). Some good stuff here!
BURMESE BROTHER SEEKS AIM SCHOLARSHIP
Posted: July 31, 2013
My name is Aung Ko Ko Win. I am a Burmese brother, who converted to Christianity in 1996 in Yangon, Myanmar. I was met by one of the brothers and… Read More
Website of Malcolm Cox
Posted: July 31, 2013
A nice biblical resource — check out the website of Malcolm Cox (London, England): http://homepage.mac.com/mccx/PhotoAlbum1.html.
Resources for the Study of Islam
Posted: July 31, 2013
GeneralBergen, Peter L, Holy War, Inc. Free Press, 2001.Braswell, George W., Jr., Islam. (Broadman & Holman, 1996.Cragg, Kenneth, The Call of the Minaret. Orbis, 1985.Geisler, Norman and Abdul Saleeb, Answering… Read More
Help for Southern California! [HOPEww]
Posted: July 31, 2013
Note: This weekend I am in San Diego. In fact, I will be speaking Sunday to a group very affected by the recent fires. Many, if not most, have been… Read More
Engagements 2007-2025
Posted: July 31, 2013
2025 (events in-person [not online] unless noted) Jan: Image Bearers Conference (online): The Dangers of Christian Nationalism Jan-Sept: New Zoom series: Jesus in the Apocalypse Jan: York, UK: Fellowship visit Jan:… Read More
Matters of Faith Find a New Prominence on Campus, by Alan Finder
Posted: July 31, 2013
Click here to read the article.
Baptism for the Dead, by Glenn Giles
Posted: July 31, 2013
Download Baptism for the Dead2, by Glenn Giles (Denver).
Group Sex OK, Says Canadian Supreme Court
Posted: July 31, 2013
Source: Christian Counseling Connection, 2007, 1For a number of years now, Canada has lived under very contradictory sexual rules. Homosexual relations are lawful
New Strobel book (from John Lang)
Posted: July 31, 2013
“I’m about half way through this book in audio format. It draws from a number of current sources to address some of the most recent attacks on the credibility of… Read More
Greek Bible Study
Posted: July 31, 2013
Peter Coad is developing a website calledhttp://www.GreekBibleStudy.org. Check it out.
Journey through Islam, by Erwun Caner
Posted: July 31, 2013
Here is a clear and understandable video message on the relationship between Muslims and Christians.
Brother murdered in Guatemala – prayers requested
Posted: July 31, 2013
In February I visited Guatemala with one of my daughters. The spirit of the church there was amazing. But the family has just suffered a shocking blow, as one of… Read More
A New Temple? (Jerusalem Post)
Posted: July 31, 2013
Traditionally the Temple Mount Faithful attempt to set up a foundation stone for the Third Temple on Tisha Be’av, and the police routinely prevent them from doing so. The occasion… Read More
Covenant Eyes – Software for Purity
Posted: July 31, 2013
Covenant Eyes — this is a website to “Develop, Demonstrate, and Defend your integrity.” The name tells it all. Check it out.
Intelligent Design: Are We Fighting Against God?, by John Oates
Posted: July 31, 2013
Download the .pdf file
New Perspective on Paul (Christianity Today)
Posted: July 31, 2013
What Did Paul Really Mean? “New perspective” scholars argue that we need, well, a new perspective on justification by faith. Simon Gathercole | posted 8/10/2007 08:48AM Pick up any recent… Read More
Lutherans to allow pastors in gay relationships
Posted: July 31, 2013
Lutherans to allow pastors in gay relationshipsSat Aug 11, 2:00 PM ET CHICAGO (Reuters) – Homosexual Lutheran clergy who are in sexual relationships will be able to serve as pastors,… Read More
Terminology Reinforces Theology
Posted: July 31, 2013
While the Bible warns us not to quibble about words (2 Timothy 2:14), this does not mean that words, phrases, and terms are not important. For example, anyone who insisted… Read More
The Secret: critiques in Scientific American & Christianity Today
Posted: July 31, 2013
Michael Shermer shares his views on Rhonda Byrne’s The Secret. Click here to read his article in Scientific American.Interestingly, the latest issue of Christianity Today also features an article on this popular book/DVD…. Read More
DNA study challenges basic ideas in genetics
Posted: July 31, 2013
DNA study challenges basic ideas in genetics — Genome ‘junk’ appears essential”The instruction manual for life is written in a language we are only just beginning to understand,” Francis Collins, director… Read More
THEME for International Teachers’ Seminar, Patmos & Ephesus
Posted: July 31, 2013
THEME FOR 13th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL TEACHERS’ SEMINAR PATMOS & EPHESUS, 8-9 NOVEMBER 2007 Having solicited ideas from many teachers worldwide, it seems the best theme for our 2007 rendezvous will… Read More
Shermer-Jacoby Debate
Posted: July 31, 2013
THANKSI very much appreciate the prayers thousands of you have been sending up for tonight’s debate with Michael Shermer (the skeptic).
Cosmos and Creator, by William Lane Craig
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://www.arn.org/docs/odesign/od172/cosmos172.htm#31
The Jesus Seminar and Higher Criticism, by Glenn Giles
Posted: July 31, 2013
Click here to download the document.
I was a fanatic…I know their thinking, says former radical Islamist
Posted: July 31, 2013
Click here for article.
Correction: Women Don’t Talk More Than Men (?!)
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/story?id=3348076&page=1
Restoration Movement Website
Posted: July 31, 2013
You may be interested in this website, which seeks to promote common ground among Restoration Movement churches.http://www.restorationunity.com/
Tablet linked to obscure O.T. figure found
Posted: July 31, 2013
Original article can be found here, http://www.bpnews.net/bpnews.asp?Id=26084.
Apologetics Research Society Newsletter May 2007
Posted: July 31, 2013
This is the newsletter of the ministry of Dr. John Oakes. Click here to download the pdf. file.
Gladiator Graveyard Discovered
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/6614479.stm
Is Homosexuality genetic?
Posted: July 31, 2013
In popular thinking, homosexuality is increasingly viewed as a justifiable, even somehow unavoidable, lifestyle, for those biologically predestined for it. One often hears in the media that one’s sexual orientation is due to a… Read More
Messianic Prophecy
Posted: July 31, 2013
Any study of prophecy eventually leads us to Christ. Prophecies about the Messiah are called “Messianic” prophecies. The term “messiah” comes from the Hebrew Massiah, which means “anointed one.” The… Read More
Book recommendation: Is There a God?
Posted: July 31, 2013
Is There a God? Questions about Science and the Bible, by John Oakes, Ph.D. Pub: IPI (http://www.ipibooks.com.)
Does God Exist? – subscription
Posted: July 31, 2013
Does God Exist? (Free evidences pamphlet, published every other month). Write to DGE?, 718 East Donmoyer, South Bend IN 46614-1999, USA. Also visit the website: www.doesgodexist.org. The editor of the… Read More
Elders, Evangelists, Deacons & Teachers
Posted: July 31, 2013
The following paper has been included in the collection as matter of historical interest. To see how my views have continued to develop, see the 2002 paper on Church Polity, and… Read More
Prosperity Preaching: Deceitful and Deadly
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://www.crosswalk.com/pastors/11531324/
Interview with Muslim Terrorist Recruiter
Posted: July 31, 2013
60 Minutes interview with a former terrorist recruiter who has given it up. Here is what he said (a 10-minute excerpt from the show): Bob Simon: “The position of moderate… Read More
Collins: Why This Scientist Believes in God (CNN)
Posted: July 31, 2013
http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/04/03/collins.commentary/index.html
The Secret (continued), by Chad Garber
Posted: July 31, 2013
Douglas Jacoby has shared his critique of the idea promoted in the popular book The Secret. This is my response, based on an interview with Bob Proctor (one of the main… Read More
Jesus, a Killer?, by John Stewart
Posted: July 31, 2013
Although the following piece is very strong and will probably offend some of my readers, it raises some crucial questions. Our brother in South Dakota (the author) is on to… Read More
Cross the bridge… by J. Greig
Posted: July 31, 2013
“Cross the Bridge or Fade Away” is a controversial article that may be of interest to some who are interested in exploring boundary issues. Click here for the .pdf file.
Adoption & Homosexuality
Posted: July 31, 2013
ADOPTION AND HOMOSEXUALITYUsed by permission from John Clayton, Does God Exist? November/December 2006. In the July 2006 issue of Michiana Christian News is an article by Ed Vitagliano about gay… Read More
Lilly Foundation Study
Posted: July 31, 2013
As you monitor developments immediately outside the "brother" circle, here’s a suggestion in case you haven’t yet encountered it–the "Gospel in Our Culture Network," (http://www.gocn.org) an interdenominational group of scholars… Read More
Mapping NT Social Networks
Posted: July 31, 2013
Take a look at this fascinating ESV study on social networks in the NT:http://www.esv.org/blog/2007/01/mapping.nt.social.networks.
ANTHOLOGY: GREAT QUOTES
Posted: July 31, 2013
In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act. — George Orwell (1903-1950) I believe that I may understand (Credo ut intelligam). — Anselm (1033-1093) Revive… Read More
House churches vs. Conventional Churches
Posted: July 31, 2013
House Churches Are More Satisfying to Attenders Than Are Conventional Churches January 8, 2007 (Ventura, CA) – With the growth of house churches across the country, a new study by… Read More
2006 International Teachers’ Seminar feedback
Posted: July 31, 2013
Responses to the 12th Annual International Teachers’ Conference (November 2006, Washington DC) “The conference was a very encouraging and fulfilling time! In the spirit of Psalm 18:25, I was very… Read More
Report from Israel
Posted: July 31, 2013
Dear Brothers and Sisters, We’ve had an exciting few months in the Holy Land Churches of Christ, and wanted to share some of our good news with you. The last… Read More
52 BIBLE READING TIPS (1-30)
Posted: July 31, 2013
Bible Reading Tip 1: Get a version of the Bible you can understand and enjoy. These days there are numerous readable (and reasonably accurate) translations available to the reader of… Read More
The Sinews of Peace, by Malcolm Cox
Posted: July 31, 2013
Unity is valuable. Indeed, it is essential. Hard to forge – easy to lose. Are you are attempting to build unity and promote peace between congregations, or within a congregation?… Read More
Slander, Gossip, and Malice, by Mohan Nanjundan
Posted: July 31, 2013
June 2003 The other day a dear friend forwarded an e-mail to me with a negative article about the kingdom attached and someone’s comments on the article. I quickly responded… Read More
The Workman Approved
Posted: July 31, 2013
PREACHING AND PREACHERS (EXPANDED) DR. DOUGLAS JACOBY JUNE 2004 I. INTRODUCTION Like many of us in the conservative wing of the Restoration Movement” “[1] I was exposed to biblical preaching… Read More
The Lord’s Supper
Posted: July 31, 2013
Putting “Supper” Back in the Lord’s Supper This essay aims to address one of the basics of the faith: our communion. People have often asked such questions as why we… Read More
Christian Chronicle Special Report
Posted: July 31, 2013
First installment of our “Are we growing?” series analyzes membership numbers and trends in the U.S. and state-by-state; also related stories, feedback opportunity, new poll and more. By Tamie Ross,… Read More
Q&A 1338 – Is Technology Bad?
Posted: July 30, 2013
Dr. Jacoby, my question is simple. Based on scripture: is technology beneficial or detrimental to mankind? A loyal fan- Miguel Gutierrez Brownsville Texas. Technology is bad in Gen 11 — the Tower… Read More
Q&A 1337 – Proper Pronunciation, by Joey Harris
Posted: July 21, 2013
I have been trying to improve my ability to pronounce words from the Bible. I found it to be a difficult task, because I have trouble finding a standard. It… Read More
Q&A 1336 – Free Will vs. Prayer
Posted: July 12, 2013
I have a question regarding the idea of free will and how it affects prayer. My understanding of free will, according to a Christian’s point of view, is that God… Read More
Q&A 1335 – Does God Have Vision?
Posted: July 3, 2013
Does God have vision for humankind? In 1 Timothy 2:4, God wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. So is it correct… Read More
OT26 Eli
Posted: July 1, 2013
OT26 Eli To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target as” and you can download the podcast and listen to it… Read More
Q&A 1334 – Go Anywhere, Do Anything, Give up Everything?
Posted: June 24, 2013
I recently heard a sermon from a young evangelist. He repeated a well know refrain in many churches, calling the crowd to be willing to “go anywhere, do anything, and… Read More
Islam E (hadith 3)
Posted: June 18, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes on The Hadith, Pt. 3 (43 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target as” and… Read More
Islam D (hadith 2)
Posted: June 18, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes on The Hadith, Pt. 2 (52 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target as” and… Read More
Islam C (hadith 1)
Posted: June 18, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes on The Hadith, Pt. 1 (36 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target as” and… Read More
Q&A 1333 – Conscience at Work
Posted: June 15, 2013
I worked as a graphic editor for a newspaper. But in this paper, there are topics like horoscope, new age, the meaning of names…to the point where I feel like my… Read More
Household Codes (by Jason Goble)
Posted: June 8, 2013
READING THE HOUSEHOLD CODE IN COLOSSIANS FROM AN ETHICAL PERSPECTIVE BY JASON GOBLE APRIL, 2013 Introduction The ancient church outside the synagogue began its existence in Greco-Roman households making the… Read More
Q&A 1332 – Jesus’ Wife Papyrus
Posted: June 6, 2013
Q&A 1333 – What about the Gospel of Jesus’ Wife? I am wondering if you have any thoughts on this new finding? In 2012 an ancient papyrus fragment, about the… Read More
Listen to DJ on the Debbie Chavez show (recorded 28 May 2013). Topic: Heaven & Hell.
Posted: May 28, 2013
Listen to DJ on the Debbie Chavez show (recorded 28 May 2013). Topic: Heaven & Hell.
Q&A 1331 – Exact Words?
Posted: May 28, 2013
Do the speeches in the Bible record the exact words of Peter, Paul, or Jesus? And if not, why should we trust them? In ancient times, transcription from dictation was… Read More
Memorial Day – Mourning Our “Enemies” Deaths
Posted: May 27, 2013
by NIKOLE MITCHELL On this Memorial Day, what if we not only remember American soldiers but all the soldiers around the world who have lost their lives? And not only soldiers,… Read More
Douglas Jacoby Interview on Spiritual Living
Posted: May 22, 2013
Interview with Douglas Jacoby about Spiritual living on Relate4ever Publishing as seen http://relate4ever.com/spiritualiving-interview-drdj
The War Prayer (Twain)
Posted: May 22, 2013
Here is Mark Twain’s The War Prayer, published in 1916, six years after the great humorist’s death (13 minutes). This piece is in the public domain. My podcast includes a… Read More
Q&A 1330 – Censorship of Christian Songs
Posted: May 19, 2013
Censorship of Christian Songs — replies: Ferguson, Jacoby, and Oakes It seems that many modern evangelical songs stress blessings and grace, with little emphasis on discipleship or repentance. Some song… Read More
The servant girl who challenges Peter
Posted: May 15, 2013
For N.T. Character Study 35, The Servant Girl Who Challenges Peter, (16 minutes), click on the play arrow. To listen to it later, download by right clicking here, and choose… Read More
Q&A 1329—What Was Israel’s Population?
Posted: May 10, 2013
What was ancient Israel’s population? The statistic in Numbers 1:46 implies a nation of millions exiting from Egypt. Was it really that high? Israel’s population was in the millions, but… Read More
Q&A 1328 – Christian Graffiti? (Deut 6:9)
Posted: May 1, 2013
Why were the Jews told to write out scripture on their gates? I get that having God’s word written inside our houses would be a great reminder to stay focused… Read More
OT25-Hannah.mp3
Posted: May 1, 2013
For O.T. Lesson 25, Hannah (20 minutes), click on the play button below: To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target as” and… Read More
CLEAN – talk 26 (Lazarus) = NT character podcast 34
Posted: April 26, 2013
For CLEAN podcast 26/N.T. Character Study 34, Lazarus (15 minutes), click on arrow. To download and listen later, right click here and choose ‘save target as’ or ‘save link as’. Introductory For most people,… Read More
Q&A 1327 – Unanswered Prayers for Pregnancy?
Posted: April 22, 2013
My sister and her husband have been trying to get pregnant for the past two years with no success. My mom, who is a very religious woman, wants me to… Read More
Receiving Christ
Posted: April 16, 2013
Here is a study of the popular evangelical doctrine of Receiving Christ (22 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target… Read More
No Exit: chapter featured at Rethinking Hell
Posted: April 16, 2013
The website Rethinking Hell has just featured a chapter from my new book on the topic. (They interviewed me in January 2013, and requested that I contribute an article in… Read More
Q&A 1326 – Is Life (or other) Insurance Biblical?
Posted: April 13, 2013
Is life insurance, or any other form of insurance, Biblical? Someone told me it is not because it is usury. Also, what about networking or recruiting people for the purpose… Read More
Staying Single
Posted: April 5, 2013
To listen to Staying Single (21 minutes), click on the play button: To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target as” and… Read More
The Life of Pi
Posted: April 4, 2013
Here is my review of the book and movie The Life of Pi (11 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save… Read More
Q&A 1325 – Constant Contact
Posted: April 4, 2013
In the present age has there ever been a church of Christ that lived in constant contact with each other (literally), like the Christians in the first century church did,… Read More
Q&A 1324 – Who are the Captives?
Posted: March 26, 2013
I was studying about heaven and hell, and John 3 says no one is in heaven. How do you understand Ephesians 4:8 – “When he ascended on high, HE LED… Read More
Q&A 1323 – Life Insurance
Posted: March 17, 2013
Is life insurance, or any other form of insurance, biblical? Someone told me it is not because it is usury. Also, what about networking or recruiting people for the purpose… Read More
Q&A 1322 – Confronting Theft
Posted: March 8, 2013
In as few words as possible… I caught a fellow disciple stealing from the offering. I tried to talk with the person, but they wouldn’t confess it. This person quit… Read More
Culture Wars
Posted: March 4, 2013
Click here to read an interesting article about the Culture Wars.
Q&A 1321 – Why Not Punish David?
Posted: February 27, 2013
My mother-in-law stumped me with this question. Why did God allow David to eat the bread which was lawful only for the priests, but condemn Saul for offering a sacrifice,… Read More
Zombies
Posted: February 21, 2013
For the podcast on on Zombies (20 minutes), listen to the podcast. To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target as” and… Read More
David Platt on the Sinner’s Prayer
Posted: February 20, 2013
Watch this video (less than 3 minutes) by David Platt on why the Sinner’s Prayer is leading millions astray. Click here.
Q&A 1320 – Messianic Jews
Posted: February 18, 2013
I have a question about the Messianic Jewish movement. I searched on both of your sites and couldn’t find if you wrote on this topic. My sister who isn’t part… Read More
Using cell phones in church?
Posted: February 14, 2013
Using cell phones in church? This Youtube video (90 seconds) speaks to our modern techno-generation.
The Woman Caught in Adultery
Posted: February 13, 2013
For N.T. Character Study 33, The Woman Caught in Adultery (11 minutes), click on the play button below: To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link… Read More
Latin American Teaching Ministry Report
Posted: February 11, 2013
The video (just a few minutes long) is an inspiring update on the teaching ministry in Latin America. My colleague in Mexico is Arturo Elizarraras. We have been connected since… Read More
Q&A 1319 – Eating Healthy
Posted: February 9, 2013
In a discussion with a friend about eating being an ‘act of worship,’ somehow he was thinking that there was a connection with sin manifesting itself as disease in the… Read More
Empty Nesters In Nicaragua
Posted: February 5, 2013
Empty Nesters In Nicaragua We are early-50s empty-nesters who for some time had wanted to find ways to serve the poor in a more consistent and hands-on manner. We sought… Read More
Q&A 1318 – Why Only Three Days?
Posted: January 31, 2013
If Jesus died for our sins and took the punishment that we deserved, and if our punishment would have been eternal separation from God, then why was Jesus only in… Read More
Q&A 1317 – Thanksgiving For All?
Posted: January 22, 2013
I have a question about 1 Timothy 2:1 – “I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people.” Does this mean that… Read More
Q&A 1316 – Goliath a son of Orpah?
Posted: January 13, 2013
I was trying to find information about what happens to Orpah, Ruth’s sister, once she turns her back to them. A few websites I found said according to Jewish history… Read More
Christ in the Psalms B
Posted: January 7, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes for Psalms 23, 49, 55: Christ in the Psalms (18 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or… Read More
Christ in the Psalms A
Posted: January 7, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes for Psalms 2, 22, 69, 110: Christ in the Psalms (21 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as”… Read More
Psalm 137, 58, 109
Posted: January 6, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes for Psalms 137, 58, 109: Prayers You Shouldn’t Pray (24 minutes). Click on arrow to play. To download the podcast, right click on “download”… Read More
Psalm 51
Posted: January 5, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes for Psalms 51: Create in Me a Pure Heart (34 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as”… Read More
Q&A 1315 – Poor Widow Significance
Posted: January 4, 2013
Do you believe that Luke 21:1-4 is an example to follow, or a means of convincing someone to tithe? I mean, looking at the surrounding context, it’s just an odd… Read More
Psalms 73, 37
Posted: January 3, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes for Psalms 73, 37: When I’m Drifting (29 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save… Read More
Joseph of Arimathea
Posted: January 3, 2013
For N.T. Character Study 32, Joseph of Arimathea (21 minutes), click on the play button below: To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or… Read More
Psalms 139, 40, 117
Posted: January 2, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes for Psalms 139, 40, 117: Focusing (20 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target… Read More
Psalms 12, 46, 88
Posted: January 2, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes for Psalms 12, 46, 88: The Darkness (27 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save… Read More
15 Myths about Bible Translation
Posted: January 2, 2013
Here are 15 myths about Bible translation, debunked by a man who should know. He is Daniel B. Wallace, an internationally-known Greek New Testament scholar and consultant for four Bible translations—ESV,… Read More
Psalm 130 and 62
Posted: January 1, 2013
Here are a podcast and notes for Psalms 130 & 62 and Habakkuk 3: Learning about God (29 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save… Read More
OT23-Samson.mp3
Posted: January 1, 2013
For O.T. Lesson 23, Samson (15 minutes), click on the play button below: To download the podcast, right click on “Download Podcast” and select “save link as” or “save target as”… Read More
Psalms 19 and 119
Posted: December 31, 2012
Here are a podcast and notes for Psalms 19 and 119: The Word of God (25 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as”… Read More
The Mother and the Seven Brothers
Posted: December 30, 2012
For N.T. Character Study 31, The Mother and the Seven Brothers (19 minutes), click on the play button below: To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save… Read More
Psalm 1
Posted: December 29, 2012
Here are a podcast and notes for Introduction to Psalms and Psalm 1 (27 minutes). To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save… Read More
Q&A 1314 – Revenge / Killing
Posted: December 26, 2012
Brother, I wanted to ask you about questions that I have been faced with many times here in Lebanon – Is the killing of Gentiles in the Old Testament a… Read More
6 reasons preachers avoid speaking on hell
Posted: December 21, 2012
Click here for this fascinating article: http://www.rethinkinghell.com/
John the Baptist
Posted: December 19, 2012
For N.T. Character Study 30, John the Baptist (30 minutes), click on the play button below: To download the podcast, right click here and select “save link as” or “save… Read More
Q&A 1313 – Dating a non-Christian
Posted: December 17, 2012
Though not a Biblical doctrine or salvation issue, we as the leaders of our church decided to expect our members to only date committed Christians. A woman who was part… Read More
Q&A 1312 – Bankruptcy
Posted: December 8, 2012
Someone in our group (my husband and I are family group leaders) wants to declare bankruptcy. We don’t think this is biblical. Some might argue that filing for bankruptcy is… Read More
Modesty
Posted: December 5, 2012
To listen to Modesty (36 minutes), click on the play button: To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link as” or “save target as” and you… Read More
The Magi (“Wise Men”)
Posted: November 29, 2012
For N.T. Character Study 29, The Magi (“Three Wise Men”) (30 minutes), click on the play button below: To download the podcast, right click on “download” and select “save link… Read More
