The Septuagint (LXX) and the Masoretic Text (MT) represent two distinct traditions of the Old Testament. While many modern scholars and churches elevate the LXX, the Scriptures themselves, the apostles, and preserved Hebrew tradition affirm the Masoretic Text as...
When we study the lifespans of Noah’s sons and their descendants, we are looking at much more than just a list of names and numbers. These genealogies help us establish the timing of the Flood, the post-Flood world, and ultimately, the age of the earth.Many...
The Dead Sea Scrolls (DSS) are one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. These ancient manuscripts provide strong evidence that the Old Testament we have today, particularly as found in the Masoretic Text (MT), has been faithfully...
When the Apostle Paul traveled to Athens, he found a city consumed with idol worship. The Greeks prided themselves on their philosophy and religious devotion, yet in their attempt to cover all possibilities, they had erected an altar to an "Unknown God." This...
The New Testament has been preserved in more manuscripts than any other ancient text. There are over 5,800 Greek manuscripts, along with 10,000+ Latin manuscripts and thousands of others in various languages such as Syriac, Coptic, and Armenian. The vast majority...
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS), commonly known as Mormonism, teaches doctrines that significantly differ from biblical Christianity. While Mormons use Christian terminology, their understanding of God, Jesus, salvation, and scripture is...
Idolatry, in its simplest form, is the worship of anything other than God. While it often brings to mind carved images and pagan altars, the Bible reveals that idolatry goes far deeper than mere physical statues. It is a matter of the heart, where anything placed...
Jehovah's Witnesses follow the teachings of the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society and hold beliefs that sharply contrast with biblical Christianity. This guide will provide an in-depth study on how to witness effectively to a Jehovah's Witness and help them see...
The word "image" in Hebrew is "tselem", which refers to a representation or likeness. Being made in the image of God means that humanity uniquely reflects God’s character, attributes, and authority. It does not mean we are divine or possess God’s...
The Bible begins with one of the most profound and foundational truths of all time: "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth" (Genesis 1:1). The account of creation in Genesis 1-2 is clear, straightforward, and powerful, revealing God’s...
