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Is It Reasonable to Trust the Gospel Narratives?

By R. Scott Clark / October 16, 2024

Is it reasonable to stake so much on the gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John? As I keep translating and reading the gospels, the answer is yes. They hold up to scrutiny. They are more reliable than most other ancient texts.

8 Godly Men of the Bible Who Still Needed a Savior

By Le Ann Trees / September 23, 2024

No matter how godly any of us are in this life, we all fall short of keeping God’s law perfectly. Here are eight godly men of the Bible who still needed a Savior—Jesus Christ our Lord.

What Does It Take to Become a Christian?

By R. Scott Clark / September 18, 2024

The way people answer the question “What does it take to become a Christian?” says volumes about what they think Christianity is. Here is a short and clear explanation.

If God Is Loving, Why Doesn’t He Just Forgive People?

By Le Ann Trees / September 6, 2024

Have you ever wondered why Jesus had to die on a cross for people’s sins? After all, if God is loving, why couldn’t he just forgive everyone instead of putting his Son through all that suffering to make atonement for sin?

What Is the Difference Between the Law and the Gospel?

By BCL / August 26, 2024

Every Christian should have a clear understanding regarding the difference between the law and the gospel. Here is a brief explanation.

10 Words Every Christian Should Know (and Be Able to Explain)

By BCL / August 9, 2024

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).

2 Kinds of Cheap Grace You Need to Avoid

By Le Ann Trees / June 13, 2024

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.

How Is Jesus Your Perfect Prophet, Priest, and King?

By Ayrian Yasar / February 19, 2024

The imperfect prophets, priests, and kings of the Old Testament pointed forward to Jesus. How is Jesus the perfect Prophet, the perfect Priest, and the perfect King on behalf of all who trust in him alone for salvation?

8 Covenants in the Bible and What They Mean for You Personally Today

By Le Ann Trees / January 30, 2024

God always keeps his promises. Here is a brief explanation of the 8 significant covenants of the Bible—and what each one means for you personally today.