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…
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,…
One Christmas I got the best backscratcher ever! It’s made of aluminum, it has a rubber handle, and best of all it is retractable! Consequently, it takes up very little…
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…
OOccasionally while researching the historicity of the Old Testament you will come across scholars who argue that “Judaism” did not arise until the Jews returned from the Babylonian exile. The…
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…
Occasionally while reading the assignments some of my students I get the impression that some see little value in the historical references provided in the Gospels. Some even appear embarrassed…
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…