The category generally addresses questions about issues surrounding Paul’s ministry, theology, and the letters that he wrote.
Skeptics and critics of the Bible often level the charge that the Bible is “full” of contractions. An example of this kind of charge involves the accounts of Paul’s conversion…
Wolves are a beloved figure these days. For some they symbolize freedom, strength, and the beauty of America’s untamed past. That’s because few of us have ever been attacked by…
Occasionally while some study the chronology of Paul’s life and ministry they become confused about his early visits to Jerusalem and Luke’s reporting of these same visits in Acts. Regrettably,…
DOES FAITH PLUS WORKS SECURE SALVATION?One observation that is often raised when reading the Epistle of James is that James’s teaching about the relationship between works and faith seems to…
Was Paul a mystic? Bruce’s discussion on this topic in his book Paul: Apostle of the Heart Set Free is not very helpful on this subject, primarily because he uses…
Paul’s Approach to Missions Reading and researching Paul’s missionary journeys also provides insight into his approach and strategy for the church’s mission. Missions should be at the heart of every…
There is some confusion today concerning how Christians should relate to the Mosaic Law. Some argue that it has absolutely no place in the lives of believers, and that we…
The phrase “in Christ” was clearly one of Paul’s favorite terms, one which has multifaceted nuances of theological significance and import. However, it is necessary for students to understand the…
As student’s read Paul’s letters to the church at Corinth, and then read what some scholars have written on the subject, they are often confused over how many letters Paul…
This blog was originally created for students that taking my courses and addresses issues raised in the epistles of the New Testament. Nevertheless, you are welcome to read, but just…