Bible Difficulties by Design
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe God-designed difficulties in the Bible are there to stimulate our minds, causing us to think deeply and meditate on the facts, inspiring us to seek God.
Which Bible Translation Is Best?
Article by Richard T. RitenbaughThough most ancient manuscripts of the Bible agree, wide variation exists among English translations. How do we know if one is better than another?
Does I John 5:7-8 Support the Trinity Doctrine?
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsI John 5:7-8 appears to be a proof of the Trinity. There is just one major problem: The Trinitarian language was added—it is not original to the text.
Does the Bible Contain Discrepancies?
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsWhile textual difficulties do exist, they can be explained with thoughtful analysis. Errors lie in human misunderstanding or misinterpretation.
Inventing Goddesses and Demons (Part Two)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeSome modern translations of Isaiah 34, influenced by Jewish mythology, wrongly insert the demon goddess Lilith into a prophecy of Edom's desolation.
Inventing Goddesses and Demons (Part Three)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeSome modern translations of Leviticus 16 assert that the live goat (scapegoat) was a sacrifice that God commanded Israel to send to a demon named Azazel!
Should Passover Be Observed for Seven Days?
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeThe words in Ezekiel's Millennial vision seem to say that the Passover should be observed for seven days. However, this contradicts other clear scriptures.
The Intertestamental Period
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe Intertestamental Period spans approximately 400 years from Malachi to the appearance of John the Baptist, creating the environment for Christ's ministry.
Spiritual Blindness (Part Two): The God of This Age
'Prophecy Watch' by David C. GrabbeScripture reveals God's ability to open people's eyes to the truth or to blind them to it, but Satan is never shown doing so, only deceiving.
Hebrews (Part Fifteen): Chapter 2, A Mind Bending Purpose (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Even though we must cooperate in cultivating spiritual fruit, God alone creates character and takes responsibility for creating spiritual offspring.
Joy: What Is It?
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWithout God's Spirit, the fruit of joy is unattainable. Godly joy buoys people in the midst of grave trials, providing hope for a glorious future.
The Great Flood (Part Seven)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe passage, 'God repented,' suggests that God sometimes changes, which presents us a problem when we need to have faith in His changelessness.
Extremes of Idolatry: Graven Images and Sacred Names
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSome stretch the second commandment to condemn the use of all paintings, photographs, and sculptures. Others claim only Hebrew names for God can be used.
'Perfect In His Generations'
'Ready Answer' by Richard T. RitenbaughNoah was 'perfect in his generation'. Is God describing racial purity, as many have imagined? When we take away the bias, the meaning of the Hebrew becomes clear.
Was Canaan Cursed for Ham's Sin (Genesis 9:24-25)?
Bible Questions & AnswersHam was the first on the scene after his son's perverse act. Later, when Noah awakes, knows that Canaan had defiled him, and Noah curses Canaan for it.
Why Do Many Bibles Show Some Words in Italics?
Bible Questions & AnswersNo language can be translated word for word. The translators of the Geneva Bible distinguished such necessarily added words by italicizing them.