ATRI Journal Online Article Index

MP3 Download ONLINE TV 30/30 TAPE CLUB

SEARCH

Share |

Online Bible by Logos

WATCH
TV PROGRAM

LISTEN TO
RADIO PROGRAM

HOW DO I BECOME
A CHRISTIAN

TV & RADIO LISTING

DAILY DEVOTIONALS

ATRI JOURNAL ONLINE

DONATION INFORMATION

Ankerberg Theological
Research Institute
P.O. Box 8977
Chattanooga, TN 37414 USA
(423) 892-7722
For credit card orders only:
1-800-805-3030

SEND A MESSAGE TO STAFF

QUICK LINKS

BLOGS:

Click for
Jim Virkler's
SCIENCE BLOG

Click for
Michelle's
MINISTRY HAPPENINGS

Click for
Dillon
Burroughs'
BLOG

Click for

Billy Pratt &	Darrell Boan's
TOUGH QUESTIONS ANSWERED

CLICK HERE TO VISIT JOHN'S

CLICK HERE TO VISIT
JOHN'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL

SEARCH

ABOUT JOHN ANKERBERG

NEWS FROM THE MINISTRY

THIS WEEK ON THE JOHN ANKERBERG SHOW (TV)

RADIO

RESOURCE CENTER:

CURRENT OFFER
MINISTRY GIFT
30/30 CLUB
APOLOGETICS
BIBLE
BOOKS
CULTS
JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES
MASONIC LODGE
MORMON CHURCH
NEW AGE
DEATH AND DYING
FACTS ON SERIES
HISTORICAL JESUS
ISLAM
PRACTICAL CHRISTIANITY
PROPHECY
ROMAN CATHOLICISM
SCIENCE
SEXUAL ETHICS
WORLD RELIGIONS
ISLAM
OTHER GROUPS
OTHER PHILOSOPHIES
ROMAN CATHOLICISM

VIDEO CLIPS LIBRARY

ARTICLES

INDEX
APOLOGETICS
BIBLE FOR DUMMIES
DA VINCI CODE
EDITOR'S CHOICE
ISLAM
MEDIA WISE
MORMONISM
NEW AGE
PRACTICAL CHRISTIANITY
PROPHECY
QUEST FROM MAILBAG
ROMAN CATHOLICISM
SALVATION
SCIENCE
SOCIAL ISSUES
STREAMS OF LIFE
THEOLOGICAL DICTIONARY
VERSE BY VERSE

SEND A MESSAGE TO STAFF
VIEWER COMMENTS
STATEMENT OF FAITH
MINISTRY PURPOSE
FACT A DAY
DAILY JOURNEY
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
FAQs
RECEIVE JAS EMAIL NEWSLETTER
NEWS RELEASES
MAKE A GIFT TO MINISTRY
HOW DO I BECOME A CHRISTIAN?

Tell a friend:

THE JOHN ANKERBERG SHOW CAN BE SEEN ON THE FOLLOWING SATELLITE NETWORKS:

SUNDAY 9:30 p.m. ET
    Channel 364 (INSP)
SUNDAY 3:30 p.m. ET
    Channel 369 (DAYSTAR)
SUNDAY 9:00 p.m. ET
    Channel 369 (DAYSTAR)
SUNDAY 8:30 p.m. ET
    Channel 378 (NRB)

SUNDAY 9:30 p.m. ET
    Channel 259 (INSP)
SUNDAY 11:00 p.m. ET
SUNDAY 8:00 p.m. PT
MONDAY 10:00 p.m. PT
MONDAY 1:00 a.m. ET
    Channel 262 (ANGEL ONE)
SUNDAY 9:00 p.m. ET
SUNDAY 6:00 p.m. PT
    Channel 263 (DAYSTAR)

SUNDAY 9:00 p.m. ET
SUNDAY 3:30 p.m. ET
Europe, Asia, Middle East, & North Africa, Daystar is now on the EUTLESAT HOTBIRD 6 SATELLITE (Channel HB6 TR 154) United Kingdom on BskyB channell675, South America on NSS606 -- T12A, Australia & New Zealand on Optus B3 - TR5, South Africa on VIVID -- 68.5 degrees
Africa on PAS 10, Israel on HOT Cable System Channel 98

SUNDAY 9:30 p.m. ET

On Angel One:
SUNDAY 9:00 p.m. ET
SUNDAY 11:00 p.m. ET
SUNDAY 8:00 p.m. PT

Now in Canada on ShifTV

ON DIRECTV CHANNEL 378
SUNDAY 8:30 p.m. ET

CLICK HERE FOR
LOCAL TV LISTINGS

PRACTICAL CHRISTIANITY ARTICLE INDEX

PDF Files require the Adobe Acrobat Reader Plug-in

NEW ARTICLES CLICK HERE

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Alcohol
HTML	PDF	What Statistics Say About Alcohol
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Drinking alcohol is not expressly forbidden in the Bible, but there are principles that should be applied to support abstinence or a very restricted use of alcohol. Jim Davis backs up his warning about the dangers of excessive alcohol consumption with statistics.
Alcohol
HTML	PDF	What the Bible Says About Alcohol
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Is it a sin for a Christian to drink alcohol? Jim Davis says, “No, but….” How does the consumption of alcohol fit within the Christian’s priority of “glorifying God”?
America
HTML	PDF	What Can the Righteous Do?
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. We may have personally done well with our family but America as a nation seems headed for the abyss. Most Americans, including many professed Christians, subscribe to a morally relative value system. What should Christians do to change the direction America is heading?
Angels, fallen
HTML	PDF	Demons: What Are They?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Demons are not the spirits of dead men, or of some pre-Adamite race, nor are demons merely personifications of evil, or of natural forces, such as the “gods” of nature. So what are they?
Anger
HTML	PDF	The Christian and Anger
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James What should happen when a Christian gets angry? Is it always a sin? What is often the cause? How should a Christian handle their anger? Dr. Van Dyke explores these issues.
Anxiety
HTML	PDF	Anxiety
AUTHORS: Staff Anxiety affects more than 19 million American adults. What causes anxiety, and what does God tell us about how to handle it?
Anxiety
HTML	PDF	Be Anxious for Nothing
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James Christians certainly cannot avoid worrying, but at what point does that worrying (the Bible also refers to it as “anxiety”) become sin? What can the Christian do about it? Dr. Van Dyke explains.
Atheism
HTML	PDF	Psychology of Unbelief - Skepticism, Agnosticism, and Atheism
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Believing in God is a prerequisite for worshipping God. But, why is worship so important? Worship is important because we become like who we worship! What if we don’t believe in God and therefore don’t worship Him? In that case, we need to be careful, for atheism can be very hazardous to your health!
Authority
HTML	PDF	The Submission and Exercise of Authority
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Jim Davis tackles a subject that is, for many, a difficult area. When and how must we as Christians submit to authority? What has God said in His word to help us answer this question?
Bible
HTML	PDF	Learn It, Love It, Live It
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. In this article we will consider a value that is very important to God and I trust to us as well – the subject of biblical authority. Orthodox Christians believe that God’s Word is the final authority for our lives – it is the only infallible rule of faith and practice.
Bible
HTML	PDF	Take Up and Read
AUTHORS: Staff The editorial staff of the ATRI Journal Online issue a challenge to read through your Bible during 2002. To enable you to accomplish that, they offer a reading plan and commentary from various well-known Christian authors.
Bible
HTML	PDF	The Indwelling Word
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim “God’s Word has the power to heal.” Jim Davis explains what he means in this article that encourages believers not to neglect the study of and meditation on that word as part of their Christian life.
Character of Christ
HTML	PDF	Conforming to the Character and Conduct of Christ
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. The “good work” of conforming our lives to the character and conduct of Christ is a lifelong process traditionally known as “sanctification,” but more recently referred to as “Spiritual Formation.” It begins immediately after spiritual regeneration and ends when Christ returns and we become fully like Him.
Christian Beliefs
HTML	PDF	Christ Became Your Life at Salvation
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill When did you receive new life in Christ? Why do so many Christians not claim what they already have? Can you learn to quit striving and simply believe? Dr. Gillham explains how.
Christian Beliefs
HTML	PDF	God Wishes Christians Knew…There is More to the Cross than Forgiveness!
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill The Scriptures clearly teach that our sins are forgiven through the blood of Christ shed on the cross. But are we missing something if that is ALL we take from the cross? What other benefits might God have for us?
Christian life
HTML	PDF	12 Principles for Personal Progress
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven Dr. Riser asks, “What wisdom do we need from God as we enter 2004? He then offers twelve principles which will draw us closer to God.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	An Educated Heart
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James Are you a thoughtful person? Dr. Van Dyke explains that thoughtfulness is a trait that must be—and should be—learned.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Cultivating Christian Convictions
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven Christian parents want their children to develop Christian convictions, but how do they go about instilling those values in their children? Dr. Riser gives some practical tips.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	For the Joy Set Before Us
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim The apostle Paul, among others, have compared the Christian life to a race. Do you sometimes feel that you have “hit the wall” and simply can’t go on? Jim Davis explains how we can make it past that point and move on toward the “joy set before us”.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Holiness, Repentance, Surrender - Keys to the Christian Life
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. Ankerberg explains that, if God calls us to holiness, true repentance and total surrender of ourselves to Him, it must be for our own good! But what are they, and how do we walk in those ways?
Christian life
HTML	PDF	How Christians Can Positively Impact Others
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. As the “children of the light” we must be on our guard not to become so accustomed to the world’s darkness that we think it’s normal and conform to its guidelines. It’s not normal! The moral confusion and spiritually dim insight of the world is not the standard that the Christian disciple is to walk in or live by.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Learning to Love Others
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. In his book Bold Love, Dan Allender tells about asking his daughter what she thought were the most important lessons he wanted her to learn about life. After some thought, she said, “To work hard, to always do your best and to never lie.” Not bad answers. In fact, if you lived by those rules, you would undoubtedly accomplish a great deal in the business world. But Allender said he couldn’t quit asking himself why the word “love” was conspicuously absent from her list.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Looking at My Salvation from God’s Point of View
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill How can we have been “crucified with Christ”? How could Jesus have dealt with ALL our sins on the cross? Dr. Gillham explores these questions in this article.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Making Your Behavior Match Your Identity
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill It’s one thing to “believe” that you are a “new creature in Christ.” But how do you work that out practically in your life? Dr. Gillham explains by using illustrations from his own experience.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Only Christ Can Live the Christian Life Through Us - Part 1
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill Do you ever just get weary of trying to live a Christian life? Dr. Gillham explains why you don’t have to, because Christ will do the living for us!
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Only Christ Can Live the Christian Life Through Us - Part 2
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill If you are waiting until you get to heaven to realize the benefits of your salvation, then Dr. Bill Gillham says you are missing out on a significant portion of what God wants for you! Find out how Jesus wants to be involved in your life NOW!
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Overcoming Your Past - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John The way we view ourselves, our abilities, our relationships with other people and with God can be influenced by the way we were raised. But is it possible for a Christian to get past that? To “overcome” the false image we may have formed of ourselves because of something in our past? Dr. Ankerberg says yes, and explains why.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Overcoming Your Past - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John As Christians we do not have to live our lives burdened by false ideas of ourselves learned in childhood. With God’s help, and by adopting God’s view of us, we CAN learn to free ourselves of those ideas.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Positive Christianity - The Joy of Being a Christian
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven Dr. Riser wants to make a confession: “When Christ found me, my heart was responsive to God and I had the confidence that He forgave all my sin, adopted me into His family and called me to share His love and grace.” In this article he shares how you, too, can have the joy that this same experience will bring.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Practical Questions and Biblical Answers Concerning Christ-like Character Development
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven Character is who God knows us to be. It is what we are when no one else is looking. Dr. Riser says, in fact, that character is in large measure a function of our integrity, convictions and moral fortitude.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Raised to Walk in Newness of Life!
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill Dr. Gillham continues his look at our salvation from God’s point of view. We already possess so much that we do not take advantage of, for a variety of reasons. This article will challenge you to change your thinking—and your living!
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Redeeming the Time
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim “Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men, but as wise, making the most of your time, because the days are evil” (Eph. 5:15-16). How many of us are guilty of filling our day with activities that, while they may be good, are not what we should or could be doing? Jim Davis helps us determine what we ought to be doing—and what we should let others do!
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Renewing Your Mind - Overcoming Harmful Influences
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John How much do your parents, and the way you were raised, influence the way you think about God and your relationship to Him? Dr. Ankerberg says it may be more than you think; but even the negative influence can be overcome!
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Repentance - Restoring the Joy of Our Salvation
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. What was the very first command that Jesus gave us in Mark 1:15? “Repent and believe in the gospel.” Jesus, as well as John the Baptist, continually urged the people to humble themselves, admit their sins and turn to God in repentance and faith. By contrast, the advertising industry invites us to be big self-centered, emotionally immature babies—an invitation that is hard for human nature to resist.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Seven Biblical and Practical Steps to a Better You
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven How can you grow, mature and develop into the kind of person God intended you to be? Dr. Riser gives us seven practical steps from the Scriptures to guide us to emotional and spiritual health.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Christian’s Most Powerful Weapon
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James Christians have many options for fighting against the moral and spiritual decay in our society, legislation, boycotts, and advertising are among them. But there is one weapon that is inexpensive, readily available—and can be done by single individuals! This is the weapon that Dr. Van Dyke calls the most powerful.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Exercise of Authority
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim If you should find yourself in a position of authority, does the Bible have anything to say about how you should conduct yourself? Jim Davis says “Yes!”, and he examines some of those biblical principles in this article.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Grace and Discipline of Humility
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Dr. Riser asks and answers three questions: 1) What is humility? 2) Why is humility so important? 3) How can I grow in humility?
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Mighty Hand of God
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Do the way that we view life and the way that we respond to life make a difference for us? Jim Davis says “yes,” and he explains why and how in this article.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Normal Christian’s Experience is Not the Normal Christian Life
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill Sadly, many prominent Christians in recent years have been felled by sins of the flesh. It’s a trend that goes all the way back to Bible times (remember King David?). Dr. Gillham explains that, although this may be common Christian experience, it is not the “norm” that God wants for us.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Power of Affection
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim What do you love? What do you focus your time, attention and resources on? Are there things God wants us to focus on—perhaps different things that we would choose? If so, what are they? Does our focus really have an impact on our lives? Jim Davis gives guidelines we can follow.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Proper Care of the Heart
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven Dr. Riser says we need to guard our spiritual hearts just as we take care of our physical hearts. Living to please ourselves is a certain prescription for heart failure—both physical and spiritual!
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Pyramid - The Connection Between Christian Thinking and Living
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven All that we are and have has been bestowed upon us by a gracious God, and nothing less than an effective strategy for Christlike living is an adequate response to such grace. Dr. Riser presents a “pyramid” strategy for living godly lives with God’s character as our base.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Search for Significance
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven If you’ve ever said to yourself, “God doesn’t really care about me,” or “I’m unlovable,” you’re probably basing your self-worth on something or someone around you. Dr. Riser explains where you can find your true significance!
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Temporal Benefits of Thinking and Living as a Christian
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven If you have been assuming that being a Christian will only benefit you in the afterlife, think again! New author Dr. Riser points out some amazing facts about the benefits of thinking and living a Christian lifestyle right here and right now.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	The Way We Were (Before Christ)
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. When I was a teenager I served as a life guard and had the opportunity of rescuing some and resuscitating others. About the same time I too was rescued, not from the pool or a lake, but from sin and death. I was “made alive,” by a Savior’s shed blood and by the Spirit’s regenerating activity. He made me spiritually alive and I became a new creature in Christ.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	There’s More to the Cross than Forgiveness - Part 2
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill Welcome back to Dr. Gillham, who is recovering from heart surgery. He continues his explanation of the benefits we received as Christians when Jesus went to the cross.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	There’s More to the Cross Than Forgiveness - Part 3
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill Dr. Gillham explains why you are cheating yourself out of blessings if you do not claim ALL the benefits Jesus gave us at the Cross.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Unequally Yoked
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim What does it mean to be “unequally yoked”? How should this teaching impact our daily lives? Jim Davis explains.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	Victorious Christian Living
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John You walked the aisle, or maybe you received Christ as your Savior at your mother’s knee. But you just don’t “act” saved! Those old habits and thoughts just keep tripping you up! What has God provided to help you overcome and live victoriously?
Christian life
HTML	PDF	What God Wishes Christians Knew About Christianity
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill This month we introduce a new author, Dr. Bill Gillham. You may be familiar with him from his radio program called Lifetime Guarantee. In the course of his articles Dr. Gillham will be examining what he calls “problem areas” for many Christians, in an effort to help clear up some confusion, and allow you to enjoy a greater peace and joy in your Christian life.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	What God Wishes Christians Knew About Christianity - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Gillham, Dr. Bill Is there more to Christianity than just the Cross? Why do so many Christians lack assurance of their salvation?
Christian life
HTML	PDF	What God Wishes Christians Knew About Christianity - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Gillham, Dr. Bill How are you doing in your walk with Jesus Christ? Are things going the way you thought they would, or are you puzzled because things don’t seem to be working out? Dr. Bill Gillham tells us about the wrong assumptions he had about living the Christian life.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	What God Wishes Christians Knew About Christianity - Part 3
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Gillham, Dr. Bill What is the “mother of all sins” that Christians are guilty of? How should we deal with this sin?
Christian life
HTML	PDF	What God Wishes Christians Knew About Christianity - Part 4
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Gillham, Dr. Bill How does the devil tempt Christians to sin? What does God want Christians to know and do in times of temptation to live victorious?
Christian life
HTML	PDF	What God Wishes Christians Knew About Christianity - Part 5
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Gillham, Dr. Bill Does the Bible teach that Christians stand holy and totally accepted before God because of Christ? If so, why do many not feel holy and act holy? How has God provided for believers to progress in holy living here on earth?
Christian life
HTML	PDF	What God Wishes Christians Knew About Christianity - Part 6
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Gillham, Dr. Bill Can Christians sin all they want because God has forgiven them all their sins, past, present and future? Do Christians need to confess their sins if they are already forgiven? And what has God provided through Christ to help Christians deal with their feelings, their emotions, and guilt?
Christian life
HTML	PDF	What God Wishes Christians Knew About Christianity - Part 7
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Gillham, Dr. Bill Do you come to God just for the good things you can get out of Him, or because you really love Him? Why is it crucial for Christians to have complete faith in God to guide their lives?
Christian life
HTML	PDF	What God Wishes Christians Knew About Christianity - Part 8
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Gillham, Dr. Bill Many of us have asked the question, “Why does God allow those who love and serve Him to suffer?” Dr. Bill Gillham describes what it is like to allow Christ to live through you, no matter what.
Christian life
HTML	PDF	When National Judgment Comes
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Scripture and history teach us there is a time when the fullness of iniquity leads to God’s judgment upon nations. If there is a readable scale of iniquity, where would your nation fall on that scale? How far away is your country from God’s judgment? This month pastor Jim Davis helps you determine how to respond to those questions.
Christian living
HTML	PDF	Positive Christianity – The Joy of Being a Christian
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. In this article I want like to share with you: 1) my love for Christ and the joy of my salvation through the shed blood of Christ; and 2) words of hope, power, strength, victory, excitement, comfort and encouragement. I have good news! We know, love, worship and serve a good, great and gracious God!
Christmas
HTML	PDF	Are You Ready for Christmas?
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James As we approach the time when we exchange gifts with friends and family, have you ever received the greatest gift of all? Dr. Van Dyke explains what that is—and challenges you to make it your own special gift this year.
Christmas
HTML	PDF	Childlike Faith in the Light of Christmas
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Jim Davis explains how we can approach Christmas with childlike faith, and find joy and peace in a time that can otherwise be very stressful!
Christmas
HTML	PDF	How to Have a Merry Christmas When Suffering
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill This time of year it seems that our troubles multiply! But that doesn’t mean that our Christmas has to be ruined. Dr. Gillham gives us a way to view the troubles that can actually make them a blessing for us.
Church
HTML	PDF	Why Should I Become an Active Member of a Church?
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven According to a Gallop Poll, 80% of Americans believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. However, a significant percentage of these people seldom attend a local church and believe that participation in one is not important to their spiritual lives. Dr. Riser explains what the Bible says about the importance of active church membership.
Church Membership
HTML	PDF	If I Were a Church Member
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. How should we regard our privilege and shape our responsibilities as members of Christ’s church?
Conformity
HTML	PDF	The Bondage of Fashion and Beauty
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim So much in the media today points toward physical appearance as an indication of your worth as a person. What standard does God’s Word give us to show who we are? What must we do to be “accepted” in God’s eyes?
Contentment
HTML	PDF	Learning the Secret of Being Content
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Paul learned a very valuable lesson: to be content in every situation. One of the best ways to enjoy life now is to cultivate the grace of contentment.
Covetousness
HTML	PDF	The Sin No Body Talks About – Covetousness
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Power, position and possessions are perilous poisons for any person. Those who seek to have them know not what they seek. They lead into many temptations. They are likely to fill the heart with pride and to chain our affections to the things of this world rather than the things of God.
Creation
HTML	PDF	The Biblical Explanation of Creation
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. There’s a battle raging in our society on the subject of biblical creationism versus atheistic evolution. This battle started with Charles Darwin in 1909 and the Scopes Monkey Trial in 1925. But why is this battle so important?
Death
HTML	PDF	Final Thoughts on Death and the Christian
AUTHORS: Lutzer, Dr. Erwin Dr. Lutzer talks about suicide, assurance of salvation, peace, and what it means to be “perfect as [God] is perfect”. If you aren’t sure you’re a Christian, he also explains how you can be sure you are saved.
Death
HTML	PDF	Freedom From the Fear of Death
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Are you facing your own death? Has someone you know recently died? How can you respond to these situations as a Christian? Does the Bible give any guidelines? Does God give any comfort? Dr. Ankerberg explains.
Death
HTML	PDF	How Does Jesus’ Death Help Me Face My Own Death?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. Erwin Lutzer, pastor of Moody Church in Chicago, explains why Christians can gain comfort and strength through four points about Jesus’ death.
Death
HTML	PDF	How Does the Bible Describe Death? - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John The Bible uses a number of interesting figures of speech when it refers to death. This month Dr. Lutzer tells us about three of them: a departure; restful sleep; and a collapsing tent. How is each of these a pictures a comfort to Christians?
Death
HTML	PDF	How Does the Bible Describe Death? - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Death is described as “the sailing of a ship,” with the Christian being brought safely into the harbor. Finally, Dr. Erwin Lutzer explains that for the Christian, death is “going home.”
Death
HTML	PDF	Preparing for Death
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Lutzer, Dr. Erwin “It is appointed unto man once to die.” Those words from the author of Hebrews (9:27) are a warning to all of us that we will face death—unless Jesus comes first! But how can Christians be ready to face their death? Dr. Lutzer tells us.
Death
HTML	PDF	Questions About Life After Death
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James Dr. James Van Dyke answers questions that have occurred to us all, especially when we are faced with the death of a loved one.
Death
HTML	PDF	The Inevitability of Death
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Like it or not, at some point we will all face our own death. What comfort can Christians hold on to when that time comes? Dr. Ankerberg’s guest, Dr. Erwin Lutzer explains.
Death
HTML	PDF	What Are Sheol and Hades?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. Erwin Lutzer explains the difference between the terms “sheol,” “hades,” and “hell.” What is each one like? What will be the condition of people in these places? Will they be able to see, feel, hear? touch?
Death
HTML	PDF	What Happens After We Die?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. Ankerberg interviews Erwin Lutzer, pastor of Moody Church about the topic of death, and some of the ways people have tried to get information about what happens after we die.
Death
HTML	PDF	Why, Lord, Why?
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James A Christian mother watches her teenage daughter die. How can she come to an understanding of why this happened? Can she see the hand of God even in this tragic situation? How can she be comforted?
Death
HTML	PDF	Will Everything Be Different After We Die?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. John Ankerberg and Dr. Erwin Lutzer discuss: Will anything about us be the same after we die? Will we fell the same emotions? Will we remember our loved ones? Or will everything be different?
Death of infants
HTML	PDF	The Death of Infants
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. Ankerberg with Dr. Erwin Lutzer. The death of an infant or young child is always difficult to understand. While the Bible does not give a clear answer to what happens to those children, there are implications that can be drawn. Dr. Erwin speaks from his own experience to give help and hope to grieving families.
Debt
HTML	PDF	Facing Financial Facts - How to Kill the Debt Monster
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. For an increasing number of people, debt is becoming a real monster. The fear and dread that comes from debt is just as real as a predator in the home. So how can you dispatch the debt monster?
Decisions
HTML	PDF	Christ’s Formula for Freedom
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Isn’t there a better way to learn how to make good decisions than making bad decisions? Wouldn’t life be a little better if we could make better decisions the easy way vs. the hard way? Who wants to choose between the lesser of two evils? How can we make better decisions?
Despair
HTML	PDF	Order Our Steps - Anecdote for Despair
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim As believers, we do not have to be crushed under the weight of guilt and despair. God wants to deliver us. In this article Jim Davis explains why, and how.
Devil
HTML	PDF	Lies of the Devil
AUTHORS: Staff Writer The same lies Satan used so effectively against Adam and Eve in the Garden are equally successful today. The ATRI research staff illustrates using actual quotes from a number of religious leaders.
Discipline
HTML	PDF	The Road Less Traveled
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven Dr. Riser helps us to understand the need for discipline, love and grace in spiritual growth.
Discipline
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Discipline His Children?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John The majority of Christians undergo times of trial at some point in their life. Is this God’s discipline? If so, why would He do it? What can we learn from such times?
Doubt
HTML	PDF	Dealing with Doubts – Part 1
AUTHORS: Habermas, Dr. Gary Doubt, manifested in many forms from the assurance of one’s salvation to factual questioning, is certainly one of the most frequent and painful problems which plague Christians. These studies propose to deal, successively, with the general topic of doubt as experienced by believers, and then, chiefly, with practical suggestions for the possible resolution of each of three prominent types of doubt.
Doubt
HTML	PDF	Dealing with Doubts – Part 2 - Identifying Doubt
AUTHORS: Habermas, Dr. Gary For the purposes of this study, we will divide doubt into three general families. We will begin by discussing factual doubt; the second category is emotional doubt; and third, is volitional doubt
Doubt
HTML	PDF	Dealing with Doubts – Part 3
AUTHORS: Habermas, Dr. Gary Factual doubt is frequently concerned with the evidence for Christianity. It is chiefly interested in issues which are related to the truthfulness of the faith and regularly expresses questions pertaining to either philosophical points of interest or historical acts. A major characteristic of factual doubt is that it is generally satisfied if sufficient data is given in answer to its queries.
Doubt
HTML	PDF	Dealing with Doubts – Part 4
AUTHORS: Habermas, Dr. Gary Dr. Habermas suggests that emotional doubt emanates chiefly from one’s passions or moods, usually involving a subjective response(s) by the individual. It perhaps most frequently masquerades as intellectual doubt and hence does not immediately reveal its disguised emotional basis.
Doubt
HTML	PDF	Dealing with Doubts - Part 10 - Conclusion
AUTHORS: Habermas, Dr. Gary Christian doubt of several varieties is much more prevalent than many believers realize and it can be an extremely painful malady for those who suffer from its affects. The practice of biblical strategies is crucial to the conquering of Christian uncertainty and we have attempted to point out several of these in this text.
Doubt
HTML	PDF	Dealing With Doubts - Part 5 - Volitional Doubt
AUTHORS: Habermas, Dr. Gary Characteristics of volitional doubt may possibly involve an attitude of appreciation for the facts, while not really being willing to make the appropriate decision which seems to be indicated by them (without any objection to the data itself or its applicability).
Doubt
HTML	PDF	Dealing With Doubts - Part 6 - When God Doesn't Answer
AUTHORS: Habermas, Dr. Gary Many doubts are seemingly caused when believers do not receive the answers to their prayers or other needs like they think they should. In other words, uncertainty sometimes occurs when God does not act in the way that we think is required.
Doubt
HTML	PDF	Dealing With Doubts - Part 7 - Jesus As A Living Person
AUTHORS: Habermas, Dr. Gary Dr. Habermas says, the longer he works with the issue of doubt, the more he is convinced that a major key in the process is understanding, on a daily, practical basis, that Jesus is still intensely personal.
Doubt
HTML	PDF	Dealing with Doubts - Part 8 - The Testimony of the Holy Spirit
AUTHORS: Habermas, Dr. Gary Even when his uncertainty about Christianity was at its worst, Gary Habermas had the distinct impression that he could not “let go” of his Christian faith. Was this just a rather strange conviction, or something more?
Doubt
HTML	PDF	Dealing with Doubts - Part 9 - Heaven: A New Perspective on Life
AUTHORS: Habermas, Dr. Gary In one sense, this could be viewed as the single most important chapter in this series. Personally, I think that the New Testament perspective on heaven and its relationship to a believer’s life is the most revolutionary idea (next to salvation) ever penned. And the key word here could well be just that: perspective. God invites us to view life and death from His vantage point.
Emotions
HTML	PDF	Handling Your Emotions
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill In the first of a two-part article, Dr. Gillham explains how our emotions can be misleading, causing us to believe things that simply aren’t true.
Encouragement
HTML	PDF	The Ministry of Encouragement - Oxygen for the Soul
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven Are you tired of negative feedback? Why not be an encourager! Dr. Riser tells us how, according to the Bible.
Enthusiasm
HTML	PDF	Enthusiasm Energizes Everyone!
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Dr. Riser examines three important questions about enthusiasm: 1) What is enthusiasm? 2) Why is it important? And 3) How can we obtain it?
Eternal life
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John The great Protestant Reformer, Martin Luther, was correct when he wrote that, in the end, there are only two religions in the world: the religion of grace and the religion of works. In essence, all non-Christian religions in the world, large and small, are religions of works. Only biblical Christianity teaches that salvation is a free gift resulting solely from God’s grace.
Eternal rewards
HTML	PDF	Living for Jesus - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John What kind of behavior does Christ promise to reward at His Judgment seat? Dr. John Ankerberg continues his response to that question in this article.
Eternal rewards
HTML	PDF	Living for Jesus - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Believing on Christ and following Him can be costly, but God promises to reward those who have made such a sacrifice. Dr. Ankerberg concludes his series on the behaviors God promises to reward.
Eternal rewards
HTML	PDF	Living with the End in Mind - Part 3
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Is it possible for any of us as Christians to expect to do well at the Judgment Seat of Christ? Does God’s Word give us any encouragement along this line? The answer, according to Dr. Ankerberg, is “Yes!”
Eternal rewards
HTML	PDF	Reward for Faithful Service
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John If you are one of the “behind the scenes” Christians, do you have any real chance of receiving rewards in heaven, or are they reserved for famous evangelists and pastors? Dr. Ankerberg says “Yes.” The key words are “faithful” and “service.” When you apply these to your kingdom task you are on the right track.
Eternal rewards
HTML	PDF	The Rewards Christians Can Gain or Lose - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. Ankerberg explains, first of all, how you can determine where your own values lie, then details some of the rewards we risk losing if we do not live according to biblical principles.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Objections from the Book of Hebrews
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Several passages in Hebrews are classic examples cited for the loss of salvation, principally Hebrews 6:4-8 and 10:26-31. Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon talk about those this month.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John The topic of the eternal security of the believer has troubled many Christians. During the next few months we’ll take an in depth look at the Scriptural passages related to this teaching.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John What makes the issue of eternal security controversial? Can the problems be resolved? In this article Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon comment on the objections and some resolutions based on Scripture.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Part 3
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Is it the eternal purpose of God to save those who have believed in His Son? Does the Scripture teach that salvation is from God and not man? Has God chosen the believer for salvation? These are the questions answered in this article.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Part 4
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John How long is eternity? When will it end? Your answer to those questions will determine your understanding of our security as believers. Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon explain.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Part 5
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John In this article the authors present four doctrines related to salvation which prove, in their own way, the security of the believer: new birth, union with Christ, justification, and atonement.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Part 6
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John What do the passages John 6:37-40, 1 Peter 1:4-5 and John 10:27-30 teach us about the eternal security of the believer? Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon explain in this article.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Part 7
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John In this article Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon explain the teachings about eternal security found in Romans 8:28-39, Romans 5:8-10 and John 4:16-18. Their conclusion is that if the security of the believer is finally established, then nothing in Scripture can finally conflict with it.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Part 8 - Objections
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John So far in this series we have discussed why the doctrine of eternal security is important, the meaning of the term “eternal,” and how it relates to salvation. Now we begin to consider Scriptures that appear to teach the loss of salvation.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Part 9 - Objections
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Can Christians cause themselves to be eternally lost? What if a believer’s faith should fail? What promises from the Bible can we cling to when we begin to doubt our salvation?
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Part 10 - Objections
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John There are some Scriptures which appear to teach the loss of salvation. How do we reconcile those with Scriptures that clearly state salvation cannot be lost?
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Will God Fulfill His Promises? - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Because of the trustworthy and holy nature of God, every believer can be absolutely certain of one thing: God will fulfill every promise He makes to us. Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon explain that this applies to those promises of eternal security for God’s children.
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Eternal Security - Will God Fulfill His Promises? - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John In the conclusion of our series on “eternal security” the authors give more reasons why God will “keep” and “complete” Christians, just as He promised!
Eternal security
HTML	PDF	Objections to Eternal Security - What about John 15?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John John 15 has been used to teach loss of salvation, but Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon explain why that is not the best way to understand these verses.
Eternal Security
HTML	PDF	The Blessing of Experiencing the Biblical Assurance of Salvation
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Dr. Riser explains that it is possible to have genuine assurance of salvation. He explains what the Bible teaches on this important topic.
Eternity
HTML	PDF	How Long is Eternity?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John How important is the way you live your Christian life? It depends on how you view the Judgment Seat of Christ and the rewards you expect to gain or lose there. It also depends on how long the decisions you make now will affect you. In that light Dr. Ankerberg illustrates how long eternity will last.
Evangelism
HTML	PDF	Evangelism - A Commitment of Time
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim We have seen the “commitment to action” and the “commitment to duty,” now Jim Davis explains how evangelism requires that we make a “commitment of time.” It’s time for the reapers to get busy!
Evangelism
HTML	PDF	Evangelism - A Commitment to Action
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Have you ever seen the refreshing joy of a new Christian? Did it remind you of your own “first love” for Jesus? Were you convicted of your own need to pursue a deeper personal intimacy with Jesus? Have you seen new converts at your own church recently? The church needs to reproduce to survive. In John 4 Jesus gives some great principles for effective evangelism.
Evangelism
HTML	PDF	Evangelism - A Commitment to Duty
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Jesus teaches some general principles about laboring for fruit of life eternal. These principles are true for those who sow the gospel as well as for those who reap. In whatever way you work for God’s glory you will need to understand the commitment to duty.
Evangelism
HTML	PDF	A God-Centered Motivation For Reformed Evangelism
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Nothing less than being motivated by the power of the Holy Spirit is adequate for sharing the Gospel! It is better not to share the Gospel than to share it “in the flesh” – in our own strength. Why? Because if the Holy Spirit is not working, evangelism is not happening! With those words, Pastor Steve Riser issues a strong call to evangelism.
Evil
HTML	PDF	The Power to Deliver
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Where do you turn when you are unable to cope with a physical, emotional or spiritual task? Jim Davis explains that the source for power in each of these areas is the same: Jesus Christ.
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Do We Have Evil in the World?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Geisler, Dr. Norman If God, the God of the Bible, is an all knowing God and could have prevented an evil world; why didn't He? Is there a good purpose for evil?
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Permit Evil to Exist? - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Why do babies, who do not ask to be born, enter the world with the stain of original sin? Dr. Ankerberg and Dr. Geisler tackle this question in the first part of a series dealing with questions many have asked about the evil in our world.
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Permit Evil to Exist? - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Among other questions, Drs. Ankerberg and Geisler tackle the question: if even mass murderers occasionally get a parole-review, how come hell is not appealable?
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Permit Evil to Exist? - Part 3
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John “If God is all-good, He would destroy evil; if He is all-powerful, He could destroy evil. Evil is not destroyed; therefore, there is no such God.” Drs. Ankerberg and Geisler explain the flaw in that “logic.”
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Permit Evil to Exist? - Part 4
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John How would you respond to someone who says evil is not real, that it’s only an illusion? Does denying the reality of evil make sense? Will denying evil make it go away?
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Permit Evil to Exist? - Part 5
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John What do you say to someone who says they’d like to be a Christian, they’d like to believe in God, but all the evil and pain and suffering in the world are getting in the way?
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Permit Evil to Exist? - Part 6
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Where does the evil that is in this world come from? Dr. Geisler suggests that the source of much of the evil we experience is our freedom to make choices—even the choice to do evil.
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Permit Evil to Exist? - Part 7
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John How do we account for the reality of evil? Because if God created everything, and we say that he has, and since evil exists, and we are saying that evil does exist, is God the author of evil?
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Permit Evil to Exist? - Part 8
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Would it be better never to have been born than to suffer? Why is there a hell? What about those who have never heard the Gospel of Jesus? These three questions are answered this month by Drs. Ankerberg and Geisler.
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Permit Evil to Exist? - Part 9
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John If God created everything, and Christians say He did, did He create evil? If He did not actually create evil, then why does He allow it to happen? Drs. Ankerberg and Geisler tackle these most baffling questions.
Evil, Problem of
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Permit Evil to Exist? - Part 10
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John In this final installment of the series, Dr. Geisler answers the question, “if God is all-knowing, all-powerful, all-loving, why isn’t He doing something about evil now? Is it because He can’t, or, assuming He can, that he won’t do anything about it?
Faith
HTML	PDF	Faith in the Night Seasons - Understanding God’s Will
AUTHORS: Missler, Nancy In the preface to the above titled book Chuck Missler writes that it is “about having faith in God when our lives and everything around us appears to be crumbling and falling apart. How do we have faith and trust in God then?”
Faith
HTML	PDF	Faith in the Night Seasons - Walking in Darkness
AUTHORS: Missler, Nancy Nancy Missler begins to explain how the verse “I have heard of Thee by the hearing of the ear; but now mine eye sees Thee (Job 42:5) came alive to her. How can her story be an encouragement to others who, like Job, are suffering for reasons they don’t understand?
Faith
HTML	PDF	Is It Christian Faith or Cabin Faith?
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill Is it safe to trust your feeling to determine whether or not you are saved? How important is the object of our faith? Can we be released from bondage to our emotions? Dr. Gillham explains.
Faith
HTML	PDF	Making it Practical
AUTHORS: Gillham, Dr. Bill It’s one thing to understand there is a difference between walking in the Spirit and walking according to the flesh. It’s another thing entirely to put that truth to work in your life. Dr. Gillham explains how you can do it.
Faith
HTML	PDF	My Own Night Season - Part 1
AUTHORS: Missler, Nancy Nancy Missler explains what it was like for her to have her world shatter around her, and describes her meeting with God as she tries to understand what was happening to her life. How did God minister to her in her time of trial?
Faith
HTML	PDF	My Own Night Season - Part 2
AUTHORS: Missler, Nancy How bad could it get before it started getting better? Nancy Missler continues her account of how she “walked through the fire” in the trial of her faith.
Faith
HTML	PDF	My Own Night Season - What is Real Faith?
AUTHORS: Missler, Nancy Nancy Missler explains how she found out from her own experience what real faith is—and what it is not. As she tells her story, you will be encouraged to do as she did—trust God to be faithful, especially in the hard times.
Faith
HTML	PDF	The Testing of Our Faith
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim In a compassionate and practical article, Jim Davis explains why you can “learn to look at trouble in life as opportunity to exercise faith.”
Faith
HTML	PDF	What Should You Do If You Don’t “Feel” Saved?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Do you have to “feel” saved to be saved? What is it that really saves us? What is faith, and is the object of that faith important? These are just a few of the questions Dr. Ankerberg helps us answer in this month’s article.
Family
HTML	PDF	A Father is More Than a Daddy
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James Dr. Van Dyke explains the difference between being a “Daddy” to your children, and being a “Father.” What does the Bible have to say about this issue?
Fear
HTML	PDF	Facing Fear with Courage
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Jim Davis writes: “You do not have to read very much of the Bible before you find someone who is challenged by fearfulness. The emotion is a natural response that any mortal should have when confronted with the reality of life outside of our control.” In this article Pastor Davis gives four principles from the Bible on how to “face fear with courage.”
Fear
HTML	PDF	How to Encourage the Fearful
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim The admonition not to fear is found hundreds of times in Scripture. Obviously, fear is a common problem for mankind. And it’s also true that we often have good reasons to be afraid. But Pastor Jim Davis explains how, even in the midst of turmoil, we can trust God.
Fear of the Lord
HTML	PDF	Taking God Seriously
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. If what the Bible says is true: that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom (Prov. 9:10), then what does the Bible mean when it says that we are to "fear the Lord?" Perhaps the most accurate way of expressing this today is ?Taking God seriously.?
Forgiveness
HTML	PDF	Forgiving One Another
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim You’ve heard that we are to “forgive one another,” you’ve probably even recited it as part of the Lord’s Prayer frequently in church. But what does it really mean? Why does Jesus focus so much on this issue? What impact can forgiving have on our lives? Jim Davis explains.
Forgiveness
HTML	PDF	God’s Encouragement for Today’s Christian - What Does God’s Word Say about Forgiveness?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Many Christians are nearly crippled by guilt over past sins in their lives. Does the Bible offer any hope for them?
Forgiveness
HTML	PDF	The Forgiveness that Counts
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James How important is forgiveness? What do we miss if we refuse to forgive others? What is the basis of our being able to forgive as Christ commands?
God
HTML	PDF	Is God Your Screen Saver? Practicing the Presence of God
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. The first question to the Westminster Catechism asks, "What is the chief end of man"? The answer is both simple and profound: "Man's chief end is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever." In this article we will focus of the second part of that answer. Specifically, what does it mean to enjoy God and how do we do it?
God
HTML	PDF	The Power of His Promise
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim If “promises are only as good as the word of the one who makes them,” what does that tell us about the promises of God? Jim Davis tells us in this month’s article.
God, attributes of
HTML	PDF	God's Job Description
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Over the years I have met countless numbers of people who thought that if given the chance, they could do God’s job better than He does. Listen carefully to your family, friends and co-workers and they will question God’s ability to properly do His job and imply that, if they were God, they could do better.
God, knowledge of
HTML	PDF	Growing in the Knowledge of God
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. What do you suppose is the most important thing in the world for every Christian? Is it not to grow in the grace and in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ?
God, will of
HTML	PDF	Discerning, Deciding and Doing God’s Will
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven For Christians, knowing and doing God’s will has always been a great concern. But it’s also been an area of some frustration. How can you KNOW God’s will for you? What if you miss it?
Guilt
HTML	PDF	Reversing Guilt - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John How can the false messages we learn in childhood effect us, even into our adult lives? Is there anything Christians can do to move past those false messages and claim all that God has for them? Dr. Ankerberg explores this issue.
Guilt
HTML	PDF	Reversing Guilt - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John In the second part of his message dealing with guilt, Dr. Ankerberg focuses on God’s promises to us. Must we continue to wallow in the feelings of inadequacy we may have learned through our life experiences, or can we overcome them with God’s help?
Guilt
HTML	PDF	What has God Provided in Christ to Take Away our Guilt and to Give Us Peace?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John If you are one of those Christians who can’t seem to find the peace that you thought you would have in Christ, Dr. Ankerberg explains how you can get it.
Habits
HTML	PDF	The Power to Break Bad Habits
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John If you are one of the millions of people who made a New Year’s resolution involving a bad habit, this article by Dr. Ankerberg will help you see how God’s strength can help you to become more Christ-like.
Halloween
HTML	PDF	Can Halloween Be an Entirely Innocent Practice? - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John With Halloween coming up at the end of the month, many churches and Christian parents are going to start wondering what their position on this holiday should be. The authors will present a brief case for abstinence in this two-part article.
Halloween
HTML	PDF	Can Halloween Be an Entirely Innocent Practice? - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John How does God view Christian parents participating in, or allowing their children to participate in an holiday that is so honored by occultists and the devil? Is abstinence a far better option for Christians? What Scriptures can be applied to this question?
Halloween
HTML	PDF	Ghosts - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John What is the historic connection between Halloween and ghosts? Are “Halloween ghosts” only myths? How are ghosts, haunted houses and Halloween related? What theories are advanced to explain ghosts? Is the Christian view of ghosts credible in light of the facts surrounding hauntings and poltergeists? Do ghost phenomena require a supernatural explanation? And how are ghosts connected to the occult?
Halloween
HTML	PDF	Ghosts - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Who do ghosts claim to be? What are the consequences of believing in their common interpretation? What are the consequences of accepting that ghosts are human dead? Does Halloween support witchcraft? Is witchcraft dangerous? Are ghosts related to witchcraft?
Halloween
HTML	PDF	The Specific Customs of Halloween and Pagan Beliefs
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Since Halloween itself originated with paganism, it is hardly surprising that its customs are related to pagan belief. The authors give background for the jack-o’-lantern, costuming, trick-or-treat, and telling ghost stories.
Halloween
HTML	PDF	What is the Origin of Halloween?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Where did Halloween come from? How is it associated with the Roman Catholic Church? With Druidism? With Hinduism? This article discusses those connections.
Healthy living
HTML	PDF	How to Live a Biblically Balanced Life
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. In this article we want to consider the need for and the importance of living a balanced Christian life. The road to becoming a healthy person isn’t easy. It’s not the road “more traveled,” but it’s the road “less traveled”! It’s not easy, but it’s more than worth it!
Heaven
HTML	PDF	Heaven - What Will It Be Like?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. John Ankerberg’s guest is Dr. Erwin Lutzer. Far beyond the beauty of heaven, as revealed by John in Revelation, Dr. Lutzer tells us that Heaven will be a “family reunion” for the saints!
Heaven
HTML	PDF	Is Heaven Real? What Will It Be Like?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. Ankerberg interviews Dr. Lutzer on the subject of heaven. How can we know if it is a real place? What will it look like?
Heaven
HTML	PDF	Ten Things that Will Not Be in Heaven
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. Erwin Lutzer shares a list of ten things that will be missing from heaven, as found in Revelation chapters 21-22.
Heaven
HTML	PDF	What Kind of Body Will We Have in Heaven?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. John Ankerberg and his guest, Dr. Erwin Lutzer, discuss: Will our body be the same in heaven as here on earth? Will Christians who die before the rapture have different bodies afterwards? Will we be angels? Dr. Lutzer provides answers to these and other questions.
Heaven
HTML	PDF	What Will We Do in Heaven?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Will we, as one little child assumed, spend all our time singing straight through the hymnal? Dr. Erwin Lutzer says we will have plenty to do!
Hedonism
HTML	PDF	All That Is in the World
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. The world is not the physical earth or other people. God loves these things and we should too. Neither is the world entertainment like playing cards, drinking, dancing and movies. You can play cards, drink, dance and watch movies and not be corrupted by the world; or you can abstain from all four of these things and yet be deeply enmeshed in the world. There’s something much deeper: it’s a matter of the heart.
Hell
HTML	PDF	The Doctrine of Hell
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John When was the last time you heard a sermon on hell? Dr. Ankerberg’s guest, Dr. Erwin Lutzer points out why it is important to understand what hell is, and who will go there.
Hell
HTML	PDF	Would a Loving God Send People to Hell?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John (With Dr. Erwin Lutzer) Surely a God who is known for His love would never make people go to hell, would He? How can you reconcile a loving God with the fact of hell?
Holiness
HTML	PDF	Be Holy - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Dr. Ankerberg describes three specific truths about holiness that will impact every Christian’s life.
Holiness
HTML	PDF	Be Holy - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John When Jesus tells us to “be holy as I am holy,” what does he mean, and how does he empower us to obey that? Dr. Ankerberg examines those questions.
Homosexuality
HTML	PDF	Biblical Morality - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Martin, Dr. Walter/ Spong, John Shelby In this excerpt from the “Spong/Martin Debate on Sexual Ethics” the participants lay the groundwork for examining the biblical definition of morality and the passages dealing with God’s declarations regarding homosexuality.
Homosexuality
HTML	PDF	Biblical Morality - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Martin, Dr. Walter/ Spong, John Shelby What does the Bible teach about homosexuality? What should be the response of the Church to homosexuals? Dr. Martin and Bishop Spong disagree on what the Bible says!
Homosexuality
HTML	PDF	Can Christ Change a Person? One Man’s Journey from Homosexuality to Christ
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Montgomery, Roger Roger Montgomery explains how Christ freed him from living homosexually, and turned his mind to heterosexuality.
Homosexuality
HTML	PDF	Does the Bible Call Homosexual Behavior Sin?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Ankerberg and Weldon look at several passages often denied or reinterpreted by the homosexual community. They show how these passages must be interpreted on linguistic and cultural grounds.
Homosexuality
HTML	PDF	The Church and Homosexuality - The Ultimate Issue
AUTHORS: Moore, T. M. Many Christians are wondering how the Anglican Church could have appointed an openly gay bishop. T. M. Moore suggests that one major reason may be the current trend to interpret the Bible based upon our own agenda, while ignoring or denying any interpretation that contradicts or condemns us.
Homosexuality
HTML	PDF	The New Morality - Has God Changed His Mind About Sins Like Homosexuality?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Martin, Dr. Walter/ Spong, John Shelby Does God’s word in the Old and New Testament still stand true for us today, or must we reinterpret them in light of current social values?
Honesty
HTML	PDF	Cardiac Care
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. All of us understand why we wear masks: We don’t want people to know who we really are. We don’t want people to see our weaknesses and struggles. We fear judgment and/or rejection from others. We can fool our employers and fellow workers. We can fool our family members and friends. We can fool our brothers and sisters in Christ. However, no matter how hard we try, we can’t fool the Lord. And in the end, His judgment is the only one that counts!
Humility
HTML	PDF	Be Humble: Be Wise and Realistic
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. A humble person is a realistic person and a realistic person is a wise person and a wise person is a teachable person and a teachable person will learn, grow, and become fruitful and successful in God’s eyes.
Hypocrisy
HTML	PDF	The Great Pretender! (The Anatomy of Hypocrisy)
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Next to the problem of evil, the problem of hypocrisy is the most common reason for unbelievers to reject the Christian faith. Where do we begin to understand the anatomy of this sin?
Idolatry
HTML	PDF	The Anatomy of Contemporary Idolatry
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. In an age of education, empirical research and intelligent investigation, why would we need to consider the subject of contemporary idolatry? Some might be tempted to ask, “Haven’t we evolved beyond that?” In this “age of enlightenment” it wouldn’t be an overstatement to assert that: Idolatry is the greatest sin that plagues the heart of man.
Integrity
HTML	PDF	Integrity - The Key to Character and the Cure for Inconsistency
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Why does it seem that the collective fabric of our society is becoming unraveled amid the revelations of lust, greed and immorality in high and low places? What is happening and where are we headed? Has there ever been a more critical time in history when we needed people of integrity?
Irreverence
HTML	PDF	The Twin Acts of Reason
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Until or unless man knows he is a sinner, he can’t understand or appreciate the gracious activity of God revealed in the person and work of Jesus Christ. That misunderstanding will lead to what Riser calls the twin acts of reason: irreverence and ingratitude
Jesus
HTML	PDF	Jesus Preeminent
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim One of the Evil One’s greatest tools against the Christian Church is to promote rivalry. Dissention diffuses the power of God’s Spirit at work within us. Jim Davis explains how to counteract this tool.
Judgment Seat of Christ
HTML	PDF	The Purpose of the Judgment Seat of Christ
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John Scripture teaches that everyone will have to appear before the judgment seat of Christ. Why? What will happen there? Can this be an encouragement to us as believers?
Judgment Seat of Christ
HTML	PDF	What Can We Expect at the Judgment Seat of Christ?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John According to the Bible we “will receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad.” What are the “good” and “bad” deeds, and how will God respond?
Joy
HTML	PDF	Joy Is A Decision
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. In his book To Laugh Again, Chuck Swindoll says, ?I know of no greater need today than the need for joy. Unexplainable, contagious joy. Our country seems to have lost its spirit of fun and laughter?.? God wills for us to be Spirit-controlled and joy-filled people. We have a realistic reason to rejoice!
King James Version
HTML	PDF	Is the King James Version of the Bible the Only Bible Christians Should Trust and Read? - Part 1
AUTHORS: Weldon, Dr. John Dr. Weldon begins this month to examine some of the issues surrounding a question that is causing division in the church: Should Christians ONLY use the King James Version, or are other versions, such as the New King James, the New American Standard and the NIV also valid translations of the Bible?
King James Version
HTML	PDF	Is The King James Version of the Bible the Only Bible Christians Should Trust and Read? - Part 2
AUTHORS: Weldon, Dr. John No translation is perfect, but does that mean we can't trust any of them? Or is the King James Version so much better that it alone should be trusted? Dr. Weldon explains the issues involved in this decision.
King James Version
HTML	PDF	Is the King James Version of the Bible the Only Bible Christians Should Trust and Read? - Part 3
AUTHORS: Weldon, Dr. John It is one thing to have made a reasonable argument for one’s claims. If true, then others must give such claims serious consideration. But it is another thing entirely to have a case so tenuous that is primary support must often be based upon poor logic, misrepresentation, wild allegations and inflammatory falsehoods. Where do the KJVO arguments fall on this scale?
King James Version
HTML	PDF	The Conflict Over Different Bible Versions - Part 4
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Advocates of the “King James ONLY” position claim that the King James Version is the “only inspired Bible,” and that it alone is “the word of God.” Is there any validity to either claim?
King James Version
HTML	PDF	The Conflict Over Different Bible Versions - Part 5
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Do modern versions corrupt the purity of God’s Word? Some critics, including G. A. Riplinger, claim that they do. Ankerberg and Weldon show why that reasoning is flawed.
King James Version
HTML	PDF	The Conflict Over Different Bible Versions - Part 6
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Do the newer translation actually delete or try to obscure the deity of Jesus, as G. A. Riplinger and others have charged? The authors show that, in fact, the newer translations are often even clearer in present Jesus as God than the King James Version!
King James Version
HTML	PDF	The Conflict Over Different Bible Versions - Part 7
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Do the new translations (e.g., NIV, NKJV, NASB) really delete and deny the deity of Jesus Christ as some claim? Drs. Ankerberg and Weldon point out yet more false assumptions made by KJV only proponents.
King James Version
HTML	PDF	The Conflict Over Different Bible Versions - Part 8
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Is it true that there were heretics and occultists on the translation committees of some of the “new” translations? Does a scholar’s personal or theological bias necessarily taint his work, or can he do good scholarship despite his own beliefs or lifestyle? Why is this just as important a question for KJV Only proponents as it is for anyone else?
King James Version
HTML	PDF	The Conflict Over Different Bible Versions - Part 9
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John The final installment of this series asks the question, is the King James Version more readable than more modern translations? (We’ve included an appendix defining some of the obscure words used in the King James Version.)
Kushner, Rabbi Harold
HTML	PDF	Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? - Part 1
AUTHORS: Geisler, Dr. Norman God is not all-perfect or all powerful, and “there are some things God cannot control.” So argues Rabbi Harold Kushner in his best-selling book “When Bad Things Happen to Good People.” Dr. Geisler explains why this reasoning is faulty, and why we can trust God, even in the midst of suffering.
Kushner, Rabbi Harold
HTML	PDF	Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? - Part 2
AUTHORS: Geisler, Dr. Norman Rabbi Harold Kushner’s book “When Bad Things Happen to Good People” is frequently recommended to people who are undergoing suffering of some sort. Dr. Geisler explains, in part two of a four part series, why we need to be careful of Rabbi Kushner’s theology. It may not be as “comforting” as you think.
Kushner, Rabbi Harold
HTML	PDF	Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? - Part 3
AUTHORS: Geisler, Dr. Norman As he continues his critique of Rabbi Harold Kushner’s best-selling book, Dr. Geisler explains why Rabbi Kushner is not asking the right question.
Kushner, Rabbi Harold
HTML	PDF	Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? - Part 4
AUTHORS: Geisler, Dr. Norman Dr. Geisler concludes his critique of the book When Bad Things Happen to Good People, written by Rabbi Harold Kushner, and frequently recommended as a resource for grieving families. But is the message of the book really comforting?
Lutzer, Erwin
HTML	PDF	Dr. Erwin Lutzer - A Personal Testimony
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Lutzer, Dr. Erwin Dr. John Ankerberg talks with Dr. Erwin Lutzer, Pastor of Moody Memorial Church in Chicago, who shares how God has worked in his life.
Marriage
HTML	PDF	Dealing With In-Laws
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James Who hasn’t heard and chuckled at a mother-in-law joke? Dr. VanDyke explores what the Bible has to say about your relationship with your spouse’s parents.
Marriage
HTML	PDF	Heaven and Marriage
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James There will be no marriage in heaven. But what does that mean for the widow who misses her husband?
Masonic Lodge
HTML	PDF	Where Does the Masonic Ritual Conflict with the Bible? - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John The Masonic Lodge teaches that all men including Christians live in spiritual darkness until they enter and become members of the Lodge. Is this biblical? Masons teach and believe in a universal Fatherhood of God and brotherhood of man. Is this biblical?
Masonic Lodge
HTML	PDF	Where Does the Masonic Ritual Conflict with the Bible? - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Masonry teaches that the God of the Bible is the God of the Masonic Lodge. Is this true? The Masonic Lodge teaches that the Bible is only a symbol of the will of God and not to be literally obeyed. Is this true?
Masonic Lodge
HTML	PDF	Where Does the Masonic Ritual Conflict with the Bible? - Part 3
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John The Masonic Lodge teaches that salvation and residence in the “Celestial Lodge Above” may be gained by Masons doing good works. Is this biblical? If a Mason has sworn allegiance to the Lodge, should he break his oaths?
Moral Confusion
HTML	PDF	Cultural Chaos: Moral Confusion and Spiritual Corruption
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. What are some of the core causes of confusion, chaos and corruption in our culture? Beginning in the 1960’s, we have been experiencing radical change in our cultural values and priorities. According to George Barna 66% of adults believe that morality is relative compared to 83% of the youth. To put it another way, 24% of adults believe in moral absolutes as compared to only 6% in teenagers.
Moral Relativism
HTML	PDF	The Fatal Flaws of Moral Relativism
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Is living life without regret an oxymoron? Is it even possible? How often do we wish we could do parts of life over? Whatever the case, what’s done is done. Right? Well…. not exactly!
Moral Relativism
HTML	PDF	The Modern Myth of the Immoral Majority
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Have you ever heard someone say, “What’s morally right for you may not be morally right for me” or… “If you think its right that’s okay, but I personally believe it’s wrong” Why do people express moral judgments as mere personal opinions? What is behind these statements?
Morality
HTML	PDF	Should We Redefine What the Bible Teaches About Morality?
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Martin, Dr. Walter/ Spong, John Shelby Does the Bible speak to us today, or must we reinterpret it according to today’s standards?
Obedience
HTML	PDF	Obedience - The Gateway to Moral Freedom
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. In an age of cheap grace, there are many who are professing Christians but few disciples who are obedient to the Great Commandment and Commission. Cheap grace can be understood as “a faith that does not spring from repentance nor issue in Christian discipleship” — submission to the person and teaching of Christ. Obedience to Jesus begins at the cross with “the obedience of faith.”
Peace
HTML	PDF	Experiencing the Peace of God
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Is anxiety a problem for you? It is for many Christians despite the many Scriptures that urge us to “cast our cares upon Him.” Jim Davis explains how you can know God’s peace in your life in spite of—and in the midst of—your circumstances.
Peace
HTML	PDF	The Answer to Anxiety
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James The Bible says to be “anxious for nothing.” So is it a sin for a Christian to feel anxious? Dr. Van Dyke explains, and gives practical advise in dealing with stressful events in our lives.
Peace
HTML	PDF	The Peace of God that Surpasses Understanding
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John The Bible says “the peace of God which surpasses all comprehension shall guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Phil. 4:7). Sure, that may work for you, but you don’t know my circumstances. There’s no way I can feel any kind of peace—Or is there? Dr. Ankerberg explains how you can have God’s peace in SPITE of your circumstances.
Politics
HTML	PDF	How to Mix Religion and Politics
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven Pastor Steve Riser gives guidelines for Christian voters as they prepare to go to the polls in November. What should you look for in a candidate? What should we expect from our Government? From ourselves?
Politics
HTML	PDF	The Powerless Panacea of Politics
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. We need to be concerned about the mindset that makes political and social activism the primary business of Christianity and reduces the cause of Christ to just another political force. This unbiblical mindset has inflicted serious harm on the cause of Christ.
Pornography
HTML	PDF	The Pernicious Effects of Pornography
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. In our modern day and age, pornographic material can be found virtually everywhere: television – even during prime time, the internet, in magazines, on billboards, and in books. What affect has that material had on our society and on our churches?
Prayer
HTML	PDF	Have Faith in God
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim How do we properly develop a healthy faith and trust in God? Jim Davis asks this question, then answers with six biblical principles we need to follow when we pray.
Prayer
HTML	PDF	Learning How to Pray
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James How many of us have said, “I just don’t know how to pray”? Dr. James Van Dyke explains why that should not stop us from praying. The article will give you practical advice to get from “wishing” to, as the Nike ad says “JUST DOing IT!”
Pride
HTML	PDF	The Perilous Problem of Pride
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Dr Riser suggests that few things are fraught with more peril than the pervasive and persistent problem of pride. But how can you guard yourself – or rid yourself – of this pervasive problem?
Regret
HTML	PDF	Living a Life Without Regrets
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Is living life without regret an oxymoron? Is it even possible? How often do we wish we could do parts of life over? Whatever the case, what’s done is done. Right? Well…. not exactly!
Relationships
HTML	PDF	Your Most Important Relationship
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. How you feel about life often boils down to how you feel about your relationships. We are designed for relationships. When our relationships are balanced and healthy, life is good. But, too often, we ignore the most important relationship – our spiritual connection with God.
Salvation
HTML	PDF	Are You Born Again?
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James Can you know for sure if you are a Christian? Using John 3:1-8 as a springboard, Dr. Van Dyke gives five marks of a born-again believer. Check them out yourself to see if you fit—or if you need to answer God’s call on your life.
Salvation, Assurance of
HTML	PDF	Can You Be Sure Where You Will Spend Eternity? - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Lutzer, Dr. Erwin Why is it important to be sure where you will spend eternity? Can you be sure? Can you have faith and still not be saved? Can you be sincere and still not be saved? Dr. Ankerberg and Dr. Lutzer discuss the issues surrounding these questions.
Salvation, Assurance of
HTML	PDF	Can You Be Sure Where You Will Spend Eternity? - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Lutzer, Dr. Erwin Why is grace so amazing? What is grace? What does grace have to do with the promise of eternal life?
Salvation, Assurance of
HTML	PDF	Can You Be Sure Where You Will Spend Eternity? - Part 3
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Lutzer, Dr. Erwin In an age of education, empirical research and intelligent investigation, why would we need to consider the subject of contemporary idolatry? Some might be tempted to ask, “Haven’t we evolved beyond that?” In this “age of enlightenment” it wouldn’t be an overstatement to assert that: Idolatry is the greatest sin that plagues the heart of man.
Salvation, Assurance of
HTML	PDF	Can You Be Sure Where You Will Spend Eternity? - Part 4
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Lutzer, Dr. Erwin What does the Bible teach about being born again? If a person really has to be perfect in order to get into heaven, how can we become perfect?
Salvation, Assurance of
HTML	PDF	Can You Be Sure Where You Will Spend Eternity? - Part 5
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Lutzer, Dr. Erwin What do we do with people who say, “Well, I’ve been saved,” and then they fall back into sin; or, the person who thinks that he loses his salvation every time he sins?
Salvation, Assurance
HTML	PDF	Can You Be Sure Where You Will Spend Eternity? - Part 6
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Lutzer, Dr. Erwin Some folks have a false faith. Some folks have a true faith. We need to sort that out. But what promise from the Word of God would show people how they can have a certain faith?
Salvation, Assurance of
HTML	PDF	Can You Be Sure Where You Will Spend Eternity? - Part 7
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Lutzer, Dr. Erwin Have you ever doubted your Christian faith? If you have doubted, this article is for you. What causes doubt, and what can be done about it?
Satan
HTML	PDF	Deception - Discerning the Devil's Most Dangerous Device
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. The biblical picture of Satan is quite different from the popular one. In the Bible, he is not the comical cartoon creature with horns, tail, and pitchfork, ludicrously dressed in long red underwear. Rather, Satan is an adversary, who is clever, crafty, deceptive and dangerous (1 Pet. 5:8). Satan knows our weakness and exploits them to great advantage against us. The Bible does not speak so much about the power of Satan as of his extreme subtlety, trickery and deceptiveness. He uses clever wiles, deceptive devices, wily stratagems and deceitful designs.
Secular Humanism
HTML	PDF	Secular Humanism – Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Kurtz, Dr. Paul / Geisler, Dr. Norman What can you say to secularists who want to banish all talk about God, intelligent design, and morals in our public schools? Dr. Ankerberg discusses this question with a secular humanist and a Christian scholar on this month’s television program.
Secular Humanism
HTML	PDF	Secular Humanism – Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Kurtz, Dr. Paul / Geisler, Dr. Norman Since the Supreme Court ruled that secular humanism is a religious belief, aren't secularists trying to force their religious views on the rest of us by outlawing God from the public square?
Secular Humanism
HTML	PDF	Secular Humanism – Part 3
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Kurtz, Dr. Paul / Geisler, Dr. Norman What historical evidence about Jesus’ life do secularists not want your children to hear? Why do humanists oppose the teaching of creation in schools?
Secular Humanism
HTML	PDF	The Hydra - The Many-Headed Monster of Secular Humanism
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven Dr. Riser gives us a concise definition of 20 different humanistic world views that effect what we do and the way we think about our world today.
Secular Humanism
HTML	PDF	The Serene Secularist - How a Non-Christian Thinks and Acts
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven Even after we become Christians, we have a constant struggle with our “old” nature. Dr. Riser details three characteristics of the old nature, and gives guidelines to overcome them.
Security
HTML	PDF	How Not to Go Crazy - The Sojourners Secret (How to Find Stability in Unstable Times)
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. This brave new world we seem to have created has forced many people to look somewhere other than to the Bible for better sources of stability. Yet many of the alternatives that have been suggested haven't been much better than the problems.
Self Image
HTML	PDF	The Kingdom of Self
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Man, searching for solutions to his manifold problems, is consumed by a desire to study himself. However, none of today’s behavioral scientists have advanced solutions of lasting benefit because they fail to effectively deal with man’s greatest problem; his innate voracious egotism – his sick, sinful, selfish ego.
Self Image
HTML	PDF	Who Do You Think You Are? - Developing A Biblically-Based Self-Image
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. A major problem of our time is an epidemic of low self-esteem expressed in the form of self-doubt and self-hate. A sense of being without worth lies at the root of almost all our personal, moral and spiritual problems. The good news is that, with God’s instructions and enablement, our mental blueprint can be redrawn.
Separation
HTML	PDF	Separation
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Doesn’t the Bible tell us not to associate with unbelievers? Well, not exactly, as Jim Davis points out. He explains what the apostle Paul tells us about separation as believers.
Sexual Addiction
HTML	PDF	Victory Over Sin
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John The recent arrest of John Mark Karr in connection with the death of JonBenet Ramsey has brought the issue of sexual perversion and addiction to the forefront of news reports. In connection with that story, we want to address the question of whether or not you, as a Christian, can get victory over your sinful habits — whatever they may be. Dr. Ankerberg addressed that topic in this article.
Sexuality
HTML	PDF	Deceit and Sexual Sin
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim The area of sexuality has been one of Satan’s most effective tools against Christians. Jim Davis shows how this area of temptation is so deceptive, and offers advice to help you be an overcomer.
Sexuality
HTML	PDF	God’s Advice on Sexual Behavior - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Statistics show an alarming trend toward sexual impurity, even among Christian young people. The authors point out the dangers inherent in a sexually immoral lifestyle, and why abstinence isn’t just God’s desire for young people, it’s a good idea!
Sexuality
HTML	PDF	God’s Advice on Sexual Behavior - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Sex is a gift from God. Used properly, it is good. But sex misused can actually be dangerous to the individual’s mental and physical health.
Sexuality
HTML	PDF	God’s Advice on Sexual Behavior - Part 3
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Perhaps one reason why God treats the sexual act so seriously is because of all it implies concerning what He has accomplished in the incarnation and in His marriage relationship with the Church. What are the consequences of rejecting God’s principles for sex?
Sexuality
HTML	PDF	The Legacy of the Sexual Revolution
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John For decades Planned Parenthood and other “family planning” agencies have promised the American public that the crisis of teenage pregnancies, abortions and sexually transmitted diseases would ease or cease if young people were thoroughly educated about their sexuality and given contraception. Has it worked?
Sin
HTML	PDF	Whatever Became of Sin?
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Jesus was radically clear in His prescription for dealing with sin and its effects. In this article Dr. Riser explores the concept, consequences and cure of the spiritual disease of sin.
Sin, consequence of
HTML	PDF	The Anecdote for Self-inflicted Sorrow
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim You've sinned. As a result you are suffering consequences. Do you have to wallow in the consequences, or has God provided a way to come through them victoriously?
Spiritual discipline
HTML	PDF	The Spiritual Disciplines: Daily Disciplines for Devoted Disciples
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. If we are to become fully devoted disciples, the practice of developing the spiritual disciplines needs to be honed on a daily basis. A fully devoted disciple pursues the daily disciplines of: 1) Fervent Prayer; 2) Bible Study; 3) Reflection; and 4) the Application of God’s Word to life.
Spiritual journey
HTML	PDF	Are Night Seasons Part of God’s Will?
AUTHORS: Missler, Nancy God uses the “deep waters” in our lives to help us to grow spiritually. But many Christians misunderstand God’s purpose and “drown” in the deep waters rather than learning to lean on Him. How can you be one of those that does not “walk away bitter and confused”?
Stewardship
HTML	PDF	Giving Generously
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim The New Testament tells us a lot about the use of money. Jim Davis looks at several passages to give us some principles to use when considering our giving to the cause of Christ.
Stewardship
HTML	PDF	The Benefits of Giving
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Maybe you have asked yourself the question, “Why is it better to give than to receive?” This month Jim Davis answers that question, showing the benefits to ourselves, to others, and to God.
Success
HTML	PDF	Developing a Biblical Understanding of Success
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Before we can understand success, we must first understand what success is, and what it is not. Dr. Riser tackles this challenging task.
Suffering
HTML	PDF	God and Our Troubles
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James When your world seems to be falling apart, can you assume that God has abandoned you? Surely He wouldn’t allow His children to suffer, would He? Dr. Van Dyke gives four reasons why Christians can and should TRUST God in the midst of trouble.
Suffering
HTML	PDF	Suffer for Righteousness Sake - Part 1
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Is it ever “okay” to disobey authority? If so, what are the guidelines we must follow? Jim Davis explains.
Suffering
HTML	PDF	Suffer for Righteousness Sake - Part 2
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim When should we disobey authorities? Jim Davis gives examples when disobedience may be our only option as Christians, but only when very strict guidelines are followed.
Suffering
HTML	PDF	Suffering According to the Will of God
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Can suffering actually be good for you? Pastor Jim Davis gives several well-thought out and biblical reasons why you can actually “count it all joy when you fall into various trials” (James 1:2). If you are currently undergoing a struggle, this article will encourage you that God will be with you as you persevere.
Suffering
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Allow Suffering? – Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Geisler, Dr. Norman Why does God allow suffering? The problem is, when you believe in an all-loving, all-powerful God, who knows everything, you are tempted to ask, “Why does He allow stuff like that to happen?”
Suffering
HTML	PDF	Why Does God Allow Suffering? – Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Geisler, Dr. Norman Dr. John Ankerberg and his guest, is philosopher and theologian Dr. Norman Geisler, discuss the questions, “Why does God allow suffering?” and “How can physical evils like tornadoes and cancer be explained?”
Suicide
HTML	PDF	What about Suicide?
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James Unfortunately, the holidays, especially Christmas, find an increase in the number of suicides, even among Christians. What does the Bible have to say about suicide? Is it the “unforgivable” sin? Dr. Van Dyke takes a compassionate look, geared toward those left behind.
Temptation
HTML	PDF	Dealing With Temptation
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James You want to live for God, you want to keep from sin, but you find yourself failing. Why? Howcan we learn to resist temptation?
Temptation
HTML	PDF	Failure and Grace
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James Is there a way for us to be victorious over sin? Dr. Van Dyke says “Yes!, but not in our own strength.”
Temptation
HTML	PDF	Temptation: The Devil Didn’t Make Me Do It
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. “I can resist anything but temptation.” The fierce and sometimes fruitless flight against temptation is known to all of us. Sometimes we wonder if we are fighting a losing battle. Is there any hope for struggling Christians?
Temptation
HTML	PDF	Victory Over Sin - Part 1
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John When and how does God give a Christian power to live victorious over his sinful desires, habits and circumstances? Dr. Ankerberg explains.
Temptation
HTML	PDF	Victory Over Sin - Part 2
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John As believers we say that Christ’s death gave us the victory over sin. But we also know that, even as believers, we still sin. What’s going on? Can we break the cycle? Dr. Ankerberg shows us the Scriptural answer.
Thanksgiving
HTML	PDF	Thanksgiving - Giving Thanks to God for the Christian Church
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Everyone loves a great Thanksgiving feast but the real meaning behind Thanksgiving is much more than turkey and gravy. Sadly today, most Americans may have forgotten God’s blessings to them personally—in life itself, health, joy, family, and much more. We also wonder if Americans are really thankful for the Christian Church. That Church has been a tremendous blessing to America and the world, yet few even recognize this.
Thanksgiving
HTML	PDF	Thanksgiving - Giving Thanks To God for the Christian Church
AUTHORS: Ankerberg, Dr. John / Weldon, Dr. John Isn’t Thanksgiving a great time to stop and thank God for what He has given us in His Church—and fellow believers?
Thanksgiving
HTML	PDF	The Truth About Thanksgiving
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. On the last Thursday in November, millions of Americans will take time to observe Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving, as a national festival, celebrates that day in 1622 when Governor William Bradford summoned the survivors of the Mayflower to praise God for their first harvest – the first tangible sign that their pilgrimage had divine approval.
Trials
HTML	PDF	Do Trials Make You Bitter or Better?
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. My problem is I've got too many problems. I've got problems I haven't even used yet. Neither I nor anyone else can supply you with an easy 1-2-3 formula that effortlessly solves all your problems. But let's see if we can view our problems from a more biblical perspective.
Truth
HTML	PDF	Absolute Truth
AUTHORS: Davis, Jim Is there a difference between “truth” and “Truth”? If so, what difference does it make in the way you live? Author/pastor Jim Davis explains.
Truth
HTML	PDF	Discerning Spiritual Truth
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Why is truth so important? We need a clear understanding of reality in order to carry out God’s purposes in the world. Truth is important because it forms the basis for: 1) proper judgments, 2) wise decisions and 3) loving actions.
Values
HTML	PDF	Getting Your Values Straight
AUTHORS: Van Dyke, Dr. James Using the account of a murder which took place in Atlanta, Dr. VanDyke explains why it is so important that we keep our values in the right order. Do we “love people and use things” or love things and use people”?
Virtue
HTML	PDF	Can I Really Live A Virtuous Life?
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Can someone actually become “addicted” to goodness—that is, to living a virtuous life? Dr. Riser says you can!
Wisdom
HTML	PDF	What Kind of Fool Am I?
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. When I was a teenager my older brother presented me with the motto which said: “When you’re as great as I am it’s hard to be humble.” It should have read: “When you are as foolish as I am, it’s impossible to become wise.” In this article, I want to share with you some confessions of a recovering fool.
Witnessing
HTML	PDF	Actions Speak Louder With Words
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Intimidated? Uncomfortable? Fearful? That’s how many sincere Christians feel when asked to share their faith. The problem in many cases is not so much a matter of being unwilling to tell people about their faith as it is feeling inadequate about giving a verbal witness. Is that your situation?
Worldview
HTML	PDF	What’s the Big Deal About Worldview?
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven First Peter 2:21 says that: Jesus is our example and we should “follow in His steps”. Jesus said in John 13:34-35 that we should love others “as He has loved us.” But before we can love and act like Jesus we must learn to think just like Jesus. Learning to think like Jesus is tantamount to developing a biblical worldview.
Worship
HTML	PDF	The One Thing That Is Needed
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Martha was busy cooking and cleaning and entertaining, and she was worried and upset that her sister Mary wasn't helping. Jesus responded, "Martha, Martha, you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better and it will not be taken away from her." What is the "one thing"?
Worship
HTML	PDF	True Worship
AUTHORS: Riser, Dr. Steven C. Have you ever noticed how much worship is taking place all around you every day? Everybody is extolling somebody or something. Calvin said, “The human heart is an idol factory.” Everybody has an ultimate object of love and loyalty even if it’s just themselves! We spontaneously worship whatever we ultimately love and value.

THE JOHN ANKERBERG SHOW

Make a donation to

The
John Ankerberg Show

If you have been ministered to today, please help us minister to others by making a contribution to the ministry.

Please enter gift amount then press "Make a Donation"

CLICK HERE TO
JOIN
TAPE OF THE MONTH

THIS WEEK

Former Muslims Testify About Islam

CLICK HERE
TO WATCH ONLINE

The Book of Revelation
by Dr. Robert Thomas

Dr. Robert Thomas, author of a two volume commentary on Revelation published by Moody Press, has written a 55 part series on the book of Revelation for the JohnAnkerberg.org website. His remarkable insights will help open this often mysterious book to even the average student of the Bible. Read Thomas' outstanding series.

Study 1 Corinthians with
Dr. Wayne Barber

in Verse by Verse

DR. JOHN ANKERBERG'S RESPONSE TO CREATION QUESTIONS

Dr. John Ankerberg answers your questions on creation in the following article available both as a downloadable PDF and broken down into individual questions for online reading. Click the link below to read:

Does Scientific Evidence Today Show that God Created the Heavens and the Earth? And What Does the Bible Say About When He Created?