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Is It Time to Move Beyond Truth? (Part 2)
Robert C. Kurka examines biblical and historical difficulties in post-conservative theology, arguing that Christian truth-talk begins with God’s self-revelation rather than modern human reason.
Is It Time to Move Beyond Truth? (Part 1)
Robert C. Kurka examines postmodern theology, Beyond Foundationalism, and the challenge of preserving biblical truth talk while acknowledging legitimate critiques of modern evangelical rationalism.
Masculinity, Femininity, and Church Leadership
Kelvin Jones argues for complementarian church leadership, connecting biblical teaching about men’s and women’s roles with biological and behavioral distinctives while rejecting any claim of superiority or inferiority.
Two Views: “Complementarian” Men Are Authoritative Teachers
Joe Harvey explains the complementarian view of women in ministry, building his case from creation, Old Testament patterns, Jesus’ ministry, and Paul’s teaching on authority and church leadership.
Both Sides and a Strong Conclusion
Mark A. Taylor reflects on women in church leadership, differing biblical interpretations, and the Restoration Movement principle of liberty in matters of opinion.
The Christ, the Church, and the Christian
Knofel Staton argues that “Christ yes, but the church no” is impossible, showing from New Testament images that Christians belong to Christ’s body, bride, army, and family.
How God’s Word Has Come to Us (Part 2): God’s Word Collected
How did the Bible’s books come to be recognized and collected as Scripture? H. Lynn Gardner explains the canon of the Old and New Testaments, addresses “lost books,”…
How God’s Word Has Come to Us (Part 1): God”s Word Written
How did the Bible originate? This article explains how God communicated through revelation and inspiration, guiding prophets and apostles to produce God’s Word written, using ancient languages and…
Why I Take a Premillennial View (Longer Version)
Alex V. Wilson explains why he holds a classic premillennial view, clarifies common misunderstandings, and points to Revelation and other passages as support—while urging charity and unity among…
Why I Take a Premillennial View (Shorter Version)
Alex V. Wilson explains why he holds a classic (historic) premillennial view, responds to common accusations, and argues that Revelation 19:11—20:6 and related passages best support that framework.
Why I Am an Amillennialist
Robert Lowery explains an amillennial reading of Revelation 20, arguing the “1,000 years” is symbolic and points to the saints’ reign with Christ in heaven, not a future…
Five Books on the Millennium
Robert Lowery introduces three major views of the millennium in Revelation 20 and recommends five reliable resources for studying them with humility, careful interpretation, and an eye toward…
What the Bible Says About the Body
Scripture calls for stewardship of the body without idolizing it. Paul E. Boatman explores Jesus’ teaching on accountability, Paul’s call to discipline, and the rich analogies of the…
Idolatry and Greed: Exposing the Health and Wealth Gospel
Robert Lowery explains why the prosperity gospel distorts Scripture, burdens the suffering, and reshapes Christ in the image of materialism—calling the church to renounce it.
How Much Does God Really Know? (Part 2)
Knofel Staton examines God’s foreknowledge and free will through Scripture, exploring divine omniscience, God’s relationship to time, and a possible way to reconcile seemingly paradoxical biblical passages.
