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Many have heard about the so-called “doubling accumulation” of human knowledge. Some think this rapid acceleration will catapult human civilization beyond the stratosphere, while others are concerned that mankind’s growing capabilities will result in uncontrollable consequences—including global catastrophe. Where is human knowledge headed?
Are you sometimes flummoxed by the news reports you see and read? Publicity-seekers abound, and the various media syndicates are hungry for stories to help them meet their deadlines and beat the competition. They eagerly fill each 24-hour news cycle with reports of the aberrant behavior of political leaders and the spectacular and often outrageous activities of...
Is what you believe supported by the Bible? Have you studied the Bible to see what it teaches? Does the Bible say what you think it says? Comparing the case of two cities evangelized by the Apostle Paul illustrates the importance of exercising diligence to prove what the Bible says.
Thessalonica and Berea are two of the cities in which Paul preached and...
Many families have a “rich uncle,” and I had mine. My father’s brother had the knack. Whatever he did seemed to prosper. A product of hard times in the Great Depression, he had known poverty, scratching out a living on his father’s truck farm raising vegetables for market. He was highly motivated to do well and had the energy, drive, and desire to pursue his...
Though it seems incredible, some people today doubt that Jesus Christ ever existed despite His impact on history. Was Christ even a real person? How could you prove it?
We live in a very interconnected age, made possible by modern telecommunications and digital technology. With a digital device, one can connect nearly instantaneously with almost any other human on the planet. But this also means that both good and evil influences are just a click away.
For anyone keenly observing today’s world scene, an undercurrent of shamelessness soon becomes very clear. You’ll see it in everything. Political shenanigans, movies, popular music, and—this being the “Information Age,” after all—the “blogosphere,” where anyone can air his or her views, gripes, and opinions, without reservation. And this culture is becoming more...
Walls are useful things, keeping us safe and comfortable while providing privacy and protection—along with space for hanging pictures. But not all walls can be trusted, no matter how mighty or ingeniously built.
Technology today touches nearly every aspect of life and is now even reaching into the spiritual realm. Platforms such as “Text With Jesus” and “FaithGPT” allow users to engage in simulated conversations with A.I.-generated representations of biblical figures. Many turn to these tools for guidance, comfort, or reflection.
During Jesus Christ's lifetime as a human being, He was often deeply moved with compassion for people who were sick, blind, crippled, hungry, or suffering from other problems, such as demon-possession or grief over the death of a loved one. He was sincerely concerned about the suffering and misfortune that people were going through. We find several examples of...