Bible Articles
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- A Downward Spiral
- Back to the Basics in Russia
- Basic Bible Study Tools
- Being Knowledgeable
- Being the Beatitudes
- Biblical Illiteracy
- Charting the Course to Biblical Literacy
- Cool Skepticism
- Discoveries
- Five Promises from a Shepherd to His Flock
- How Can I Get Started Reading the Bible? This is an article every new student of the Bible should read. It answers basic, practical questions about the different Bible translations available and how and why they differ. It also describes various approaches to Bible reading and how reading differs from studying. It helps you learn how to find help for specific issues and problems, and it gives helpful questions to ask in order to personalize and apply the passages you read.
- How We Got the Old Testament (The Content and Extent of the Old Testament Canon) This scholarly article tackles the question of how the makeup of the Old Testament canon was confirmed. Who decided what books to include, and how did they decide? Wayne Stiles traces the historical process and quotes well-respected historians and scholars, both Christian and secular, to answer this important question.
- Jesus Has a Question for You Chuck Swindoll recalls the scene in Scripture where Jesus asked His disciples, “Who do you say that I am?” After reporting to Him what other people around them were saying, it was their turn to state just who they believed Him to be. Peter passed the test with flying colors by recognizing Jesus as the Son of God. Who do you say that He is? Your answer will change your life and define your future.
- Looking at the Big Picture . . . and Finding Hope
- Operation Arrival
- Reading Revelation Studying the book of Revelation is a challenge, even to the most experienced student of the Bible. It’s unlike any other book of the Bible, with its symbolism and figurative language. This article gives valuable suggestions on how to approach your reading and study of this book, what cautions to take to keep from wandering off-course, and how to come away with practical application for your life today.
- Reading the Old Testament for All It’s Worth
- Reading the Old Testament with Paul
- Romans: Cornerstone of Christian Truth This article offers a survey and basic outline of the book of Romans, which has been referred to as the Christian’s manifesto. In writing his letter to Roman Christians, the apostle Paul spelled out basic Christian doctrine in clear, understandable terms and then anticipated and answered questions that he expected his Jewish readers to have. This overview will whet your appetite for delving into this deep but satisfying treatise of the gospel of faith.
- Scriptural Support for Christ's Return
- Something Old From antique furniture to classic cars, Chuck Swindoll reflects on the value of things that have stood the test of time. The Word of God is the most time-tested and still-timely treasure of all. As Chuck reminds us of the Old Testament’s resilience, you may find yourself wanting to devote more time mining for its rock-solid gems.
- The Five "W's" of Ecclesiastes Chuck Swindoll gives a quick synopsis of the main facts of the Old Testament book of Ecclesiastes, including who wrote it and why. At the end of his life, Solomon seemed to come full circle, after experiencing the futility of pursuing everything in life other than his relationship with the Lord God.
- Understanding Prophecy This article explains the tension between a literal and a non-literal, or allegorical, interpretation of biblical prophecy. The author traces the history of both approaches, and then he states the necessity of returning to the literal interpretation started by the early church. Walvoord expresses the importance of not attaching so many explanations to prophecy that there cannot be any agreement on their meaning.
- Unearthing Our Walk with Christ What does it mean to walk where Christ walked? Chuck Swindoll answers this question both with a literal and a figurative answer. Although many travel to Israel to physically walk where Jesus walked, Chuck reminds us of the only way to walk with Him on a daily basis.
- Waiting in a Weary Land
- Why Did God Choose the Middle East?
- Why We Have Confidence in the Bible Chuck Swindoll assures us of the authority and reliability of Scripture as the very words of God. And although God used many different human instruments, the Holy Spirit directed each author to perfectly record each word of God’s truth. This article teaches us about the incredible, unchanging tool God has placed in our hands to guide us through life.
- Writing from Corinth