Resources by Topic: Doctrine and Theology

The biggest mistake in studying this issue is selecting those passages that most fit with what a person already believes. We should study the “whole counsel of God,” not ignoring or twisting or interpreting away those passages that challenge our position. 

Do you know the differences between the Jewish Bible, the Roman Catholic Bible, the Eastern Orthodox Bible and the Protestant Bible? 

In his book Delighting in the Trinity, Michael Reeves writes, “The Trinity is the cockpit of all Christian thinking.” As such, it’s a doctrine well worth contemplating, even if we can’t fully understand it. 

God is the Great Storyteller. With grand artistry, He brings forth a beautiful world in a spectacular universe. As the culmination of His creativity, He fashions Adam and Eve. He could have shielded them from Satan’s temptations, warding off evil, suffering and humanity’s curse. But He didn’t. So the man and woman rebel against God, and evil enters the world.

In part one of this thoughtful two part video series on the atonement, [former] EPM staffer Julia (Stager) Mayo talks about why the cross was necessary.

When we look at Scripture there is a sense in which we, as believers, have already been sanctified (Hebrews 10:10). But even more clear is that sanctification is a process (Hebrews 10:14). Looking at what God means by justification will help make clear what sanctification is.

Endorsements and Book Reviews of hand in Hand

The Berean Christians were commended for carefully examining, in light of the Scriptures, the teachings of the apostle Paul (see Acts 17:11). 

The popular “name it and claim it” teaching—also called the health and wealth gospel—is not limited to certain congregations, but has worked its way into mainstream evangelical churches where it gets subtly woven into many Christians’ worldviews.

Question from a reader: If God created all things, then doesn’t that mean he created evil? Isaiah 45:7 “I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all these things.”

Randy answers the question “What is unique about Christianity?” during an interview on Moody Radio in June, 2014, marking the paperback release of his If God Is Good book.

Randy answers the question “What are your thoughts on prosperity theology?” during an interview on Moody Radio in June, 2014, marking the paperback release of his If God Is Good book.

Using the Logos Bible Software Text Comparison Tool, Randy's research assistant examined the KJV, NASB, ESV, and NLT texts of Genesis 1, Psalm 1, Ezekiel 36, Matthew 2, Romans 8 and Revelation 21. The results show an average variation of 30% from the KJV by the NASB and 32% by the ESV, meaning a correspondence of 70% and 68% respectively.

I’ve heard some up-and-coming Christian pastors say they believe in the One True God, but also other gods. Is this biblical?