October 5, 2010
The Playfulness of Creation
John Mark Hicks explores how God created both work and play, showing that playful rest reflects God’s delight in creation and belongs within faithful kingdom living.
Theology & Bible
Theology & Bible helps Christians understand Scripture and the core teachings of the Christian faith. Explore Bible-based articles on biblical interpretation, doctrine, salvation, the Holy Spirit, baptism, communion, creation, and key themes across the Old and New Testaments. You’ll find thoughtful guidance for studying the Bible faithfully, applying God’s Word to life and ministry, and growing in theological clarity rooted in the gospel. Whether you’re a church leader, teacher, student, or everyday disciple, this hub equips you to know God through Scripture and live with conviction and hope.
October 4, 2010
Lesson for Oct. 10, 2010: God’s Perfect Law (Psalm 19:7-14)
Nicolas Cox reflects on Psalm 19 and explains why God’s perfect law is not a burden, but a life-giving path that draws believers closer to God.
September 27, 2010
Lesson for Oct. 3, 2010: God”s Majesty and Human Dignity (Psalm 8)
Dave Butts reflects on Psalm 8, showing how God’s majesty in creation leads to worship and how human dignity is rooted in being made in God’s image.
September 20, 2010
Lesson for Sept. 26, 2010: God Promises an Awesome Thing (Exodus 34:1-10)
Cheryl Frey’s lesson on Exodus 34 reflects on Moses’ return to Mount Sinai and God’s revelation of his glory through compassion, grace, justice, and forgiving love.
September 13, 2010
Lesson for Sept. 19, 2010: God Rejects Idol Worship (Exodus 32:1-10)
Phil Roberts reflects on Exodus 32 and the golden calf, warning against idol worship, syncretism, and the idol of self while pointing to God’s faithful way out.
September 6, 2010
Lesson for Sept. 12, 2010: God Makes a Covenant with Israel (Exodus 20:1-11)
Jeremy Lawson explores Exodus 20, contrasting contracts and covenants while showing how God remained faithful to Israel and continues to keep his covenant promises through Christ.
August 30, 2010
Lesson for Sept. 5, 2010: God Calls Moses (Exodus 3:1-6, 13-15)
Earl Winfrey reflects on God’s call of Moses through the burning bush, showing how timing, preparation, obedience, and God’s promise shape a life of service.
August 23, 2010
Lesson for August 29, 2010: Upheld by God (Acts 28:16-25, 28-31)
Jonathan Feathers reflects on Acts 28 and how God upheld Paul in Rome, encouraging believers to proclaim Jesus wherever they go, whenever they speak, and to whomever they meet.
August 16, 2010
Lesson for Aug. 22, 2010: Growing in Joy and Peace (Philippians 4:1-14)
Thomas May’s lesson on Philippians 4:1-14 shows how Christians can grow in joy and peace through reconciliation, prayer, right thinking, and contentment in Christ.
August 11, 2010
Remember Your Baptism, Teach About Baptism
Mark A. Taylor points readers to Bruce Shields’s “Remember Your Baptism” and a practical baptism resource for teaching, reflection, and faithful Christian witness.
August 11, 2010
Myth Busting
Terry O’Casey challenges churches to move beyond narrow claims about being “New Testament” and recover a fuller biblical vision of discipleship, worship, baptism, leadership, discipline, and unity.
August 11, 2010
Children and Baptism: In Search of a New Model (Part 2)
Teresa D. Welch proposes a model for helping children move toward baptism through education, nurture, conversion as a process, and lifelong discipleship.
August 9, 2010
Lesson for Aug. 15, 2010: Living into the Future (Philippians 3:4b-16)
Rick D. Walston reflects on Philippians 3:4-16, showing how Paul’s pursuit of knowing Christ outweighs human accomplishments and motivates believers to press toward God’s future reward.
August 8, 2010
Dying to Self
Nicholas Schonlau reflects on baptism as more than obedience, connecting it to dying to self, being cut to the heart, and rising to new life in Christ.
August 8, 2010
Safe, to Lost, to Saved? (A Response)
Jeff Faull responds to questions about children, baptism, and accountability, urging Christian parents and leaders to teach the gospel carefully while trusting God with each individual situation.
August 8, 2010
Safe, to Lost, to Saved?
John Mark Hicks reflects on children, baptism, and the kingdom of God, questioning assumptions about the age of accountability and presenting baptism as a mature act of owned discipleship.
August 8, 2010
Children and Baptism: In Search of a New Model (Part 1)
Teresa D. Welch considers why parents and churches struggle with children’s baptism, examining New Testament examples, age questions, and the “age of accountability.”
August 8, 2010
Were You Old Enough to Be Baptized?
Mark A. Taylor urges readers to discuss baptism with patience and charity, reflects on his own baptism, and points beyond personal experience toward careful conclusions that honor God.
Time for a Name Change?
By Jeff Faull Have you ever thought much about the name we have been given as followers of Jesus? Christians. We wear a name that signifies our devotion to our Lord and Savior. Scripture reveals believers were first called Christians at Antioch. But there”s talk on the street these days about a name change for Christians, And at first glance, I can understand why. CHRISTIANS? Let me introduce you to Fred Phelps and his congregation. He and his tiny group of followers journey across the country and spew a message of hatred. His latest stunt is to show up at
The Tyranny of the Paradigm (Part 1)
Jack Cottrell examines the “tyranny of the paradigm,” showing how controlling assumptions can shape scientific claims and theological interpretation alike.
