October 5, 2008
How You Can Celebrate the Great Communion
A practical guide for local church leaders preparing community-based Communion services for Great Communion Sunday 2009 with other Stone-Campbell churches.
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 1, 2008
An Opportunity Too Important to Miss!
Mark A. Taylor calls churches to prepare for Great Communion, a bicentennial opportunity to remember Christ together and bear witness to unity across divided Restoration Movement streams.
September 28, 2008
The Earth Is the Lord’s?
Robert F. Hull Jr. reflects on Psalm 24, environmental stewardship, and the wounded coalfields of southern West Virginia, challenging Christians to consider their shared responsibility for creation.
Especially in Bible Translation . . . Close Only Counts . . .
Jeff Miller examines two 1 Corinthians passages and shows how translation details can shape conversations about women in ministry and leadership.
August 17, 2008
Two Views: Complementarian””Men Are Authoritative Teachers
By Joe Harvey Joe Harvey and Lana West adapted these articles from presentations they made to a doctor of ministry class at Lincoln (Illinois) Christian Seminary.  Be sure to read Lana West”s article. _________________________ As Christianity moves through the first decade of the 21st century, it has entered a cultural vortex pulling it toward political correctness and moral relativism. It”s only natural that students of the Bible and theology react on many fronts, and some of the most heated discussions revolve around issues of gender discrimination and “traditionalist” (presumably nonprogressive) modes of thinking. The question of women”s role in church leadership
August 13, 2008
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.
First Steps Toward Mending Broken Relationships
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the Great Communion celebration and its call for Restoration Movement churches to take a first step toward mending broken relationships around the Lord’s Supper.
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.
February 10, 2008
How God’s Word Has Come to Us (Part 4): God’s Word Translated
A concise history of Bible translation—from the Septuagint and Vulgate to Wycliffe, Tyndale, and the King James Version—plus practical guidance for evaluating reliability and readability in modern English translations.
February 3, 2008
God and Your Average Joe: Lessons from the Life of Isaac
Isaac may seem forgettable in Genesis, yet Hebrews 11 names him among faith’s examples. This reflection encourages ordinary believers—and ordinary ministers—that God measures hearts, not spotlight moments.
February 3, 2008
How God’s Word Has Come to Us (Part 3): God’s Word Preserved
How close are today’s Bible manuscripts to the originals? H. Lynn Gardner explains how scribes copied Scripture, how variations are evaluated, and why Old and New Testament evidence supports confidence in the Bible’s preserved text.
January 27, 2008
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,” and outlines why confidence in the canon matters for the church.
January 20, 2008
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 writing materials across the Old and New Testaments.
November 18, 2007
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 believers who disagree.
November 18, 2007
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.
November 18, 2007
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 earthly kingdom.
November 18, 2007
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 faithful Christian living.
September 23, 2007
NACC: It”s Time . . . to Listen Up!
God’s work isn’t finished. Alan Ahlgrim explores how God speaks, why Scripture calls believers to wait on him, and how the Holy Spirit empowers witness—often confirming God’s vision with surprising provision.
September 16, 2007
Emerging, Emergent, Missional: What’s the Difference?
Confused by “emerging,” “Emergent,” and “missional”? Gary Zustiak defines each term, explains key differences in approach to Scripture and theology, and offers a clear summary to guide readers through today’s church conversations.
September 2, 2007
At the Foot of the Cross
By Lee Magness You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous man, though for a good man someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:6-8). There they stood at the foot of the cross, stood not kneeled, priests and scribes, their eyes squinting to slits in the noonday sun, squinting like the sightless pretending to see. They were blinded by years of looking through
