Topical Studies

Why all the Violence?

Published: July 4, 2022 (Originally published: February 29, 2004)
Just as there were many who were appalled at him- his appearance was so disfigured beyond that of any man and his form marred beyond human likeness- Isa 52:14

The Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, And The Lost Son

Published: June 29, 2022 (Originally published: January 25, 2004)
And in Heaven the angels rejoice.

Jesus And Peter

Published: June 27, 2022 (Originally published: May 14, 2016)

A Bible Study by Jack Kelley

As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.”


Is Jesus God In Human Form?

Published: June 22, 2022 (Originally published: June 8, 2013)

A Bible Study by Jack Kelley

Recently my belief that Jesus is God in human form was challenged again. This has happened to me several times in the past and while I’ve laid out the Biblical basis for my belief in several articles I’ve never specifically addressed the common objections others have put forth.


Crown Him With Many Crowns

Published: May 30, 2022 (Originally published: July 22, 2015)

A Bible Study by Jack Kelley

This verse from the old hymn obviously refers to the Lord in His position as King of Kings. But did you know that you may also receive multiple crowns? There are five types of crowns mentioned in the New Testament that will be given to qualifying believers immediately after the Rapture.


Commentary on Romans 9-11 Part 3

Published: May 18, 2022 (Originally published: June 30, 2003)
As far as the gospel is concerned, they are enemies on your account; but as far as election is concerned, they are loved on account of the patriarchs, for God's gifts and his call are irrevocable. (Romans 11:28-29)

Commentary on Romans 9-11 Part 2

Published: May 16, 2022 (Originally published: June 30, 2003)
Christ is the end of the law so that there may be righteousness for everyone who believes. (Romans 10:4)

Commentary on Romans 9-11

Published: May 11, 2022 (Originally published: June 30, 2003)
"I will have mercy upon whom I will have mercy," He said, "And I will have compassion upon whom I will have compassion." (Exodus 33:19).

What Kind Of Life Can We Expect?

Published: May 4, 2022 (Originally published: August 12, 2015)

A Bible Study by Jack Kelley

Here’s a good question. A website follower wrote, “For some time I have been discussing and studying Matt. 6:25-34 regarding what the Lord promised to provide for the believer. Taken literally, it seems to say that we are promised food and clothes and that’s it.


The Bond Servant

Published: April 25, 2022 (Originally published: April 18, 2015)

A Bible Study by Jack Kelley

Paul, a bond servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, and set apart to the gospel of God (Romans 1:1).

Most translations of Romans 1:1 use either slave or servant in defining Paul’s relationship with the Lord,