Why was it necessary for the Holy Spirit to be at work in the life and ministry of Christ from the virgin conception to his resurrection from the dead, and how is the Spirit at work in the lives of believers?

In the book of Luke, we find shame in the very first chapter. Yet, God was working a solution to take away not only the reproach of Elizabeth and Israel but ours as well.

Here are 10 words every Christian should know—and be able to explain—in order to "be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have" (1 Peter 3:15).

Understanding the difference between a Christian's justification and sanctification is crucial for every believer to know. Here is a brief explanation.

The New Testament explains that Moses is a type, or foreshadow, of Jesus, the antitype or reality. How does this affect the way we read the Old Testament?

We read in James 2:24 that “a person is justified by works and not by faith alone.” Yet, Paul writes that we are justified through faith and not works (Eph. 2:8-9). Are James and Paul at odds with each other?

Cheap grace is worthless. It tries to rob you of your peace and rest in your Savior. Here are two kinds of cheap grace that pretend to be the costly grace God gives you in Christ.

Is it faith in Christ or faithfulness that saves us? What are we to make of Jesus' words, "But the one who endures to the end will be saved” (Matt. 24:13)?

Must people repent of their sins before God grants justifying faith? Or does repentance follow faith? Which comes first—faith or repentance?