“Remember the word unto Thy servant, upon which Thou hast caused me to hope.” (Psalm 119:49) Whatever your special need may be, you may readily find some promise in the Bible suited to it. Are you faint and feeble because your way is rough and you are weary? Here is the promise-“He giveth power to […]

What were the criteria that were used to recognize which books were given by divine revelation and belonged in the Old Testament? There is no simple answer to this question because no criteria are listed in the Old Testament. However the following criteria were most likely used. 1. Did The Writer Claim Divine Inspiration? Did […]

This study is adapted from the FAQ section at the Blue Letter Bible. The Bible says that during the Old Testament period, God’s revelation to humanity came through a group of people known as the prophets. Scripture tells us a number of things about the Old Testament prophets. They include the following… The Prophet Speaks […]

The servants of God are not to speak whatever they like, they are commissioned to proclaim Christ. To proclaim Him: 1. IN THE SAVING OF HIS GRACE “The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost.” (1 Timothy 1:15) […]

From the pen of F.E. Marsh, whose works are coming soon to the BLB. Here are just a few things we are to do with the word of God: 1. Receive the Word with meekness, and thus be saved—by grace—from all wickedness. “…receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls” (James […]

Guest post by Justin Alfred Previous posts in this series: Part 1 – They Shall Not Escape Last week, we discussed what happens to those who die without Christ. When it comes to the return of Christ—including the Rapture, the Great Tribulation, His Millennial Reign, the Great White Throne Judgment—what is it that we as […]

To read part 1, click here. Should Other Early Writings Be Included in the Bible? There are some very early works in the history of the church that add to our information about Jesus. These books written between A.D. 80 and A.D. 180, were composed by “apostolic fathers.” Although they were not inspired, as the […]

To read part 1, click here. Should Other Early Writings Be Included in the Bible? There are some very early works in the history of the church that add to our information about Jesus. These books written between A.D. 80 and A.D. 180, were composed by “apostolic fathers.” Although they were not inspired, as the […]

This study is adapted from the book by Don Stewart entitled What Everyone Needs To Know About The Bible, which is part of The Basic Bible Study Series published by Dart Press, Orange, California.  Used by permission of the author. What is the Canon of Scripture? One of the terms used in describing the books that belong in […]

From the BLB FAQs. Have a question? See if we’ve listed it! The Bible has a unique makeup, indeed. It is one of a kind, like no other book that has ever been written. There is nothing like it and it has no equal. This can be seen in a number of ways. 1. It Was […]