The Perfect Mediator
One of the sweetest words in the Bible surely is “reconciliation.” Paul wrote that “we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received …
The Devil’s Entertainment
Americans spend more money on the lottery than on any other form of “leisure.” American gamblers are seeking either (1) entertainment; or (2) wealth; or both. I use the words …
The Bible and Population Growth
For years there have been heated discussions about the Earth’s population. Some, like Paul Ehrlich in the late 1960s and 70s, warned that the Earth could not support the growing …
Macland’s Progress: Greater Biblical Literacy in 2016
One of the goals of every Christian is to become more familiar with God’s word (Psalms 119:11; Matthew 5:6; John 6:68). The Old Testament contains many practical, encouraging lessons (Romans …
Six Worthy New Year’s Resolutions
New Year’s resolutions ought to be both worthy and attainable. I would like to suggest six such reasonable, personal goals. If the Bible is true, then every one of us …
The Dividing Line Over Prayer
In the wake of recent, horrendous, mass killings, many turn to prayer. Some newscasters and politicians say things like, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost …
What to Give Your Children This Christmas
Jesus once told a story about a rich man, whose land produced so plentifully that his barns were too small to contain all his crops (Luke 12:13-21). The man proceeded …
A Camera of the Soul
Digital photography has made taking and storing pictures easy and inexpensive, so it is hard to imagine parents who take few pictures of their kids. Parents like to share special …
The Bible Versus Seventh-day Adventism
One of the leading candidates for President of the United States is a prominent member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. This article is not designed to oppose this man as …
The Bible and Doping in Sports
In sports there is sometimes a desire to win at practically all costs. Drugs employed by athletes for sport include agents that make the body stronger, larger, increase oxygen carrying …
Young People Living Clean Lives
Psalms 119:9-16 gives the necessary steps for young people keeping their lives clean: How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. With …
Children Need a Father
In recent years, as The New York Times has glorified the sexual revolution’s redefinition of the family, the paper has vigorously argued that children are not really disadvantaged by having …