Doctrinal Issues & Debates

Should Women Preach? (The Story of One Bible College Faculty’s Quest for an Answer)

Should women preach in church? Matt Proctor shares how Ozark Christian College's faculty studied Scripture, examined women's teaching and leadership roles, and reached conclusions about occasional preaching, congregational…

A Conversation with Jim Tune

Jennifer Johnson interviews Jim Tune about why the Restoration Movement still matters, exploring biblical authority, baptism, church planting, historical identity, and the challenge of passing its convictions to…

The Father Was There

Shawn McMullen reflects on God's presence in Christ during Jesus' final week, exploring how the Father's involvement in the suffering and sacrifice of the cross deepens our understanding…

God Enfleshed

Miriam Y. Perkins explores the wonder and delight of the incarnation, explaining how God enfleshed in Jesus reveals divine love, brings salvation to the whole person, and shapes…

Like Us, With Us

Jon Weatherly examines what it means to be human through the incarnation of Christ, exploring human weakness, sin, redemption, and how Jesus reveals and restores God's purpose for…

‘Happy Incarnation Day’

Matt Proctor explains why the incarnation matters, exploring Christ's full deity and humanity, the meaning of the cross, and practical lessons about personal ministry, physical presence, and suffering.

An Opportunity to Ponder

Mark A. Taylor explores the mystery of Christmas, reflecting on Jesus as God with us, God as us, and Christ in us—and why the incarnation should still fill…

A Mormon President a Good Thing

As Mormonism gains prominence during the 2012 presidential election, Brian Mavis examines its differences from orthodox Christianity and argues that theological disagreements can motivate Christians to better understand…

Encouraging Healthy Controversy

Healthy controversy is essential to defending biblical truth. Brian Giese explores why Christians must confront error with conviction, speak with gentleness, and recognize when disagreement can strengthen the…

Do We Believe What We Sing?

How much Calvinism is hidden in familiar Christian hymns? Tom Lawson examines the theology behind beloved worship songs and challenges readers with a five-question quiz about the words…

Calvinism: A Chronicle and a Warning

Is Modern Israel the Key to God’s Plan?

Jon Weatherly examines God’s promises to Israel, their fulfillment in Jesus Christ, and what that means for Christian views of modern Israel, biblical prophecy, and Middle East politics.

Creeds: A Slogan Reexamined

C. Robert Wetzel considers the Restoration Movement’s complicated relationship with creeds and explores how shared affirmations of faith, whether sung or spoken, can become meaningful acts of worship…

In Awe of Jesus

Joseph C. Grana II reflects on Philippians 2, the Kenosis Passage, and what Jesus’ humanity means for understanding Christ—and relating to him in the struggles of daily life.

Faith, Liberty, and Love in the Holy Spirit

Gary Holloway explores Christian unity amid disagreement, arguing from Romans and the Restoration Movement heritage that believers should practice love, extend liberty in disputable matters, and maintain the…