I already believe in Jesus/God, isn't that good enough?
Is believing in God enough to go to heaven? Many think so—but the Bible says otherwise. Discover what true saving faith really involves.
How do we know which is the 'right' church?
With over 40,000 denominations in the world, how do we know which church is truly following Christ? Discover the Bible’s own blueprint for finding His church.
Why should we believe the Bible?
The Bible claims to be the Word of God—but how can we know for sure? Explore the scientific, historical, and prophetic evidence that sets it apart from every other book in history.
What is the church of Christ?
Who are the churches of Christ, and what makes them different from other religious groups? Discover the origins, beliefs, and worship of a church built on Scripture.
What about those who cannot understand the Bible?
What happens to children who die before they can understand the gospel? The Bible doesn’t give a direct answer—but it offers important teachings about God’s nature, justice, and mercy.
Isn’t it enough to just be a good person?
What counts as a 'good' person?
Every person has a different definition of what is moral.
Even then, people still disagree. Some think it is okay to tell 'white lies', while others think it is wrong to tell any lie…
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 12
The case for the Bible’s divine authority moves from science to legal-historical reasoning: if God exists and Jesus is God, then His endorsement of Scripture affirms it as God’s word.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 11
The Bible doesn’t shy away from scrutiny. It claims to be a truthful record of real events witnessed firsthand—statements that open the door for legal-style examination of its reliability.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 10
The Bible doesn’t just tell stories—it claims to be the very words of God. But can those claims stand up to scrutiny? This article examines how and why we can trust its divine authorship.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 9
Morality and ethics are not just about survival or social order — they speak to something deeper. Our sense of justice, goodness, and beauty suggests that there is a Source beyond ourselves. The Moral Argument points to this: that the existence of moral values requires an all-knowing, all-good Lawgiver — God — who not only created what is good, but also calls us to live by it.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:23) Part 8
The cosmological, teleological, and moral arguments all point to the existence of an all-powerful, all-knowing, and all-good God. The world’s existence, its purposeful design, and our innate sense of right and wrong together suggest a Creator who not only made all things but also communicates with us—laying the foundation for believing the Bible is His word.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 7
God not only created the universe but designed it with purpose, seen in the fine-tuned systems of nature and life. This intentional design points to a Creator who seeks to communicate with us—laying the foundation to trust the Bible as His word.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 6
Before accepting the Bible as God’s word, we must first be convinced that God exists. The intricate order of creation—from galaxies to subatomic particles—points to a powerful Creator. Scripture and reason alike testify to a universe that is not random, but intentionally designed by an all-knowing, all-powerful God.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 5
Learning God’s word requires more than just access to material—it takes motivation, method, and a clear purpose. Without conviction in the Bible’s divine authority, many lack the drive to study it deeply or apply it skillfully.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 4
Can we truly trust the Bible as God’s inspired word—or are we merely taking it at face value? If we claim to follow Scripture, we must first be sure it’s worth following.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 3
Even with abundant Bible resources today, motivation remains the key challenge. If we’re not fully convinced it’s God’s word, why would we strive to master it?
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 2
To be skilled in God’s word is to interpret it rightly and apply it faithfully. Scripture calls us to treat the displaced and the stranger with compassion, remembering we too are sojourners seeking a better home.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 1
What sets true disciples apart? Here’s how Scripture shapes every part of a Christian’s life—and why handling God’s word well still matters today.
Do Romans 4:5 & Ephesians 2:8-9 contradict James 2:17, 20, 22, 25 & 26 about the necessity of works for justification & salvation? (Continued)
The Law of Moses could never remove sin or justify the sinner. But works of obedience—done humbly and in faith—are essential for salvation by grace. Scripture affirms that true faith is made complete by such obedience.
Do Romans 4:5 & Ephesians 2:8-9 contradict James 2:17, 20, 22, 25 & 26 about the necessity of works for justification & salvation? (Continued)
The Law of Moses taught about sin but could never justify the sinner. Only through faith in Christ—and not works we can boast of—can righteousness be accounted to us by God’s grace.