Is the Sabbath a “shadow”?
Is the Sabbath a “shadow”? A recent BA article said it was. A shadow is a shaded image cast by light rays striking a body…
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Are there prophets today?
Are there prophets today? Many Christians would say no — outright. Cessationism is the view that the spiritual roles and gifts of prophet and prophecy,…
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If the Ten Commandments are for Christians, why aren’t the feast days?
If the Ten Commandments are for Christians, why aren’t the feast days? With many Christians, we view the Ten Commandments, summarized in the Great Commandment…
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What does Paul mean by “mutual submission” in Ephesians 5:21?
How does Paul’s teaching on mutual submission in Ephesians 5:21 relate to his instructions on submission within specific authority structures just afterward (v. 22 —…
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How do we know what is abolished from the old covenant?
How do we know what is abolished from the old covenant? Is Leviticus 19:19 still binding? We should recognize a basic tension in the…
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I’ve seen Sabbath described as a gift. Does this mean Sabbathkeeping is optional?
In a recent BA and quarterly, I’ve seen Sabbath described as a gift. Does this mean that Sabbathkeeping is optional? Let’s begin with the…
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I should be reconciled with a brother, but I’m not sure how to do it.
I’m feeling convicted that I should be reconciled with a brother in church, but I’m not sure how to do it. Will you advise me?…
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Are souls immortal?
Does the appearance of Moses and Elijah with Christ in glory on the Mount of Transfiguration, long after their natural deaths, prove the immortality of…
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What about common-law marriage?
Is a religious service or legal certificate necessary for a couple to be truly married in God’s sight? What about common-law marriage? Marriage is not…
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Why does our Statement of Faith (#10) repeat “As a result — not a cause — of redemption, believers should. . . .”
Why does our Statement of Faith (#10) on Christian Living in This We Believe keep repeating “As a result — not a cause — of…
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Paul said to follow him as he followed Christ. Why not just follow Jesus directly?
Paul told the Corinthians to follow (“imitate,” NKJV) him as he followed Christ (1 Corinthians 4:16; 11:1). Why not just follow Jesus directly, instead? Why…
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I think my family is addicted to their smartphones. How should I address this problem?
I think my family is addicted to their smartphones. How should I address this problem? Electronic devices are addictive and damaging to people when…
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