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Or, you can use many of these to lead your own Christian Bible study .
Even though each free article is free, they do require an investment - an investment of your time and thought. But, this is an investment that will make you rich.
Read the story behind this drawing!
It goes with my song, "For this Reason Alone".
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The Articles!
Compliance Directives for the Christian's Cash - and the Bible
Does it matter to God what we do with our $$cash? How high a priority could this possibly be? I mean ... the Creator ... and my $$cash? And is it even possible the church ... could be a threat to one's compliance in this matter? Well, "come and see." 13 pages
Evolution's First Male and the Bible
Of anything that is ... there was a first one. There was a first song, first dollar bill, first free online article. There was also - a first male. Could evolution get to "him? What was required? Does the Bible present a plausible alternative? 12 pages
Vexed Daily and the Bible
What can we possibly learn from a man who lived 4000 years ago? Can the sordid account about Lot, and his wife and daughters, be even remotely relevant to us - today? Well, ... come and see. 11 pages
Personal Happiness and the Bible
Is personally happiness dependent upon external circumstances? Can this elusive state be cultivated in concert with - or even in spite of - external circumstances? People long for it, and even the fabulously wealthy say it can't be bought. Well, in my search ... here is part of what I've found. 8 pages
Breadth of Mind and the Bible - The End Game
Is the Christian life simply "do this" and "don't do that"? Is that it? Or is there some substantive event on the horizon motivating a Christian to seek righteousness ... as God defines it? Well, you have probably already guessed ... we are heading to this last question. 10 pages
Breadth of Mind and the Bible - Spiritually
Why is there so much confusion on spiritual matters? Even in Christianity, there is very little agreement among competing scholars ... thus, all the denominations. So, how is the "average Joe" supposed to know what material is actually from the Creator? 6 pages
Breadth on Mind and the Bible - A Personal Narrative
Most people know someone who has "converted" to Christianity. From a purely mental viewpoint ... what has happened here? This is a great mystery ... or is it? Would it be helpful to hear from someone who underwent such a change - with an additional 32 years (and counting) tacked on? Would that allow for some perspective, reflection ... and maybe even some objective analysis? 5 pages
Breadth of Mind and the Bible - An Illustrative Philosophical View
Christians are often accused of being narrow minded. Is it possible a Biblical Theist has actually accessed the broadest form of human thought? How does Humanist thought measure up? And could a Biblical Theist have a broader mind than ... an atheistic, evolutionary Naturalist? 6 pages
My Last Article and the Bible
We all have a finite amount of time before we die. But, do we really KNOW that? Why is death universal - yet so surprising? Does the Bible address this? If so, does it encourage - or discourage - us? After all, we are all heading toward our "Last Article." 4 pages.
The Nature of Jesus' Temptations and the Bible
How can Jesus sympathize with our weaknesses when He did not - does not - have a sin nature? And wouldn't our struggles against sin be harder because of our sin nature? This article ... will be worth your time. 6 pages.
Man's Nature: One's Metaphysical Imprint and the Bible
Where do personal abilities and aptitudes come from? And why do people do so many bad things? And why are people so different? It matters ... that we are more than just matter. 3 pages.
The First Homosexual and the Bible
If everyone is naturally heterosexual, then where did the first homosexual ... come from? If a learned behavior, from whom did he/she learn? And why would a heterosexual choose sexual activity, and relationships and social structures that are unnatural? This is a must read. 9 pages.
The First Received Prayer ("Metanoia" - Repentance, or "Metanoeo" - Repent) and the Bible
Firsts ... are memory makers. Many never forget their first night away from home, first solo bike ride, or first love. But, what about the first prayer your Creator accepts from you? When that happens ... what happens? And is their specific content that needs to be in that prayer? This Article is ... unique. You may even change your mind about some things. 13 pages.
The Content Of Received Prayer, and the Bible
The Foundation For Received Prayer, and the Bible
Why do people pray? But, does God even exist? Can He hear us - and does He care about our situations? The Bible addresses these questions ... even though you may not like the answers! 3 pages.
Compliance Directives for the Christian's Cash - and the Bible
Does it matter to God what we do with our $$cash? How high a priority could this possibly be? I mean ... the Creator ... and my $$cash? And is it even possible the church ... could be a threat to one's compliance in this matter? Well, "come and see." 13 pages
Evolution's First Male and the Bible
Of anything that is ... there was a first one. There was a first song, first dollar bill, first free online article. There was also - a first male. Could evolution get to "him? What was required? Does the Bible present a plausible alternative? 12 pages
Vexed Daily and the Bible
What can we possibly learn from a man who lived 4000 years ago? Can the sordid account about Lot, and his wife and daughters, be even remotely relevant to us - today? Well, ... come and see. 11 pages
Personal Happiness and the Bible
Is personally happiness dependent upon external circumstances? Can this elusive state be cultivated in concert with - or even in spite of - external circumstances? People long for it, and even the fabulously wealthy say it can't be bought. Well, in my search ... here is part of what I've found. 8 pages
Breadth of Mind and the Bible - The End Game
Is the Christian life simply "do this" and "don't do that"? Is that it? Or is there some substantive event on the horizon motivating a Christian to seek righteousness ... as God defines it? Well, you have probably already guessed ... we are heading to this last question. 10 pages
Breadth of Mind and the Bible - Spiritually
Why is there so much confusion on spiritual matters? Even in Christianity, there is very little agreement among competing scholars ... thus, all the denominations. So, how is the "average Joe" supposed to know what material is actually from the Creator? 6 pages
Breadth on Mind and the Bible - A Personal Narrative
Most people know someone who has "converted" to Christianity. From a purely mental viewpoint ... what has happened here? This is a great mystery ... or is it? Would it be helpful to hear from someone who underwent such a change - with an additional 32 years (and counting) tacked on? Would that allow for some perspective, reflection ... and maybe even some objective analysis? 5 pages
Breadth of Mind and the Bible - An Illustrative Philosophical View
Christians are often accused of being narrow minded. Is it possible a Biblical Theist has actually accessed the broadest form of human thought? How does Humanist thought measure up? And could a Biblical Theist have a broader mind than ... an atheistic, evolutionary Naturalist? 6 pages
My Last Article and the Bible
We all have a finite amount of time before we die. But, do we really KNOW that? Why is death universal - yet so surprising? Does the Bible address this? If so, does it encourage - or discourage - us? After all, we are all heading toward our "Last Article." 4 pages.
The Nature of Jesus' Temptations and the Bible
How can Jesus sympathize with our weaknesses when He did not - does not - have a sin nature? And wouldn't our struggles against sin be harder because of our sin nature? This article ... will be worth your time. 6 pages.
Man's Nature: One's Metaphysical Imprint and the Bible
Where do personal abilities and aptitudes come from? And why do people do so many bad things? And why are people so different? It matters ... that we are more than just matter. 3 pages.
The First Homosexual and the Bible
If everyone is naturally heterosexual, then where did the first homosexual ... come from? If a learned behavior, from whom did he/she learn? And why would a heterosexual choose sexual activity, and relationships and social structures that are unnatural? This is a must read. 9 pages.
The First Received Prayer ("Metanoia" - Repentance, or "Metanoeo" - Repent) and the Bible
Firsts ... are memory makers. Many never forget their first night away from home, first solo bike ride, or first love. But, what about the first prayer your Creator accepts from you? When that happens ... what happens? And is their specific content that needs to be in that prayer? This Article is ... unique. You may even change your mind about some things. 13 pages.
The Content Of Received Prayer, and the Bible
What should a person pray about? Are some areas "off limits?" How can we know God's will anout anything anyway? This Article answers these questions and more. And in it you will find the author's greatest regret. 3 pages.
The Foundation For Received Prayer, and the Bible
Why do people pray? But, does God even exist? Can He hear us - and does He care about our situations? The Bible addresses these questions ... even though you may not like the answers! 3 pages.
Open Church Membership vs. Closed Church Membership, and the Bible
Is the practice of church membership ... harmless? Should one even question it? Is such inquiry the product of one who likes to "strain at a gnat and swallow a camel"? Well, there is only one way to find out! 3 pages.
Count the Cost: Rejected for Christ, and the Bible
When Jesus said, "Count the cost," what was He talking about? Should persecution and rejection be expected - when seeking to benefit others? If so, what should one's reaction be - and why? The Christian life consists of building blocks. Here is one. 3 pages.
13 Reasons for Calamity, Disease, Accidents, Afflictions, Mayhem, and the Bible
Can any sense be made of the "body blows" of life? Are we simply victims of random mayhem - or is there some purpose behind life's troubles? And, is it wrong to ask,... "Why?" Well, let's see! 4 pages.
The Anger of God and the Bible
Does God get angry? If so, ... why? And what does He want to accomplish by it? I doubt you have ever read anything ... quite like this. 3 pages.
The Voice of the Flesh, The Voice of Demons, The Voice of God, and the Bible
Every communique springs from a rudimentary source - and that “voice” has an accompanying value system and agenda. We would serve ourselves well to properly identify the fount of some message toward us - and know if it is friend or foe. That is the purpose ... of this communique. 3 pages.
The Confounding Power of God, the Christian, and the Bible
Have you ever been confronted with a list of “Bible Contradictions?” Do they rattle you? Well, here is on Christian apologist who enjoys studying them. Find out why they do not shake him up! 3 pages.
The Christian's Money and the Bible
Does God care about a thing as mundane ... as money? Who has rights to it? Is there a “first responsibility” with it? These are questions ,,, you may want to know the answers to. 3 pages.
The 1611 Authorized King James Translation of the Bible ... and the Bible
Did you know you have never read the King James Translation? You may think you have ... but you haven’t. Why hasn’t anyone ever told you this? 3 pages.
Translations and the Bible
Why are there so many different Bible translations? And how difficult is such an undertaking anyway? How much is known about Koine Greek or about Hebrew scriptures? Well, let’s take a peek at the task Bible translators face. Who knows - you might decide to become one! 3 pages.
Textual Criticism (Lower Criticism) and the Bible
Does anyone truly believe he/she possesses original Biblical documents? Well, if you don’t have what Moses or Paul (etc.) actually penned ... then your Bible must be some sort of copy. So, how far removed is it from the original Biblical documents of Moses and Paul and the rest? God truly does want us to investigate matters ... and to think. 3 pages.
How Much of the Bible Can a Person Not Believe - and Still Be Okay?
The title of this Article ... is a really good question. Actually, it is an extremely good question. In fact, the only thing better than it is ... the answer. 3 pages.
"Why a Roman Crucifixion?" and the Bible
Was it necessary that God-in-the-flesh die ... on a cross? Did this method of exit somehow make His blood more powerful? If you haven’t really thought much on this, you might now. 3 pages.
The Local Church, Voluntary Association, and the Bible
Do you have the liberty quit attending some local church at your own discretion? Or, as some contend, does the local church leadership have authority from God to resist - or even prevent that? Let’s see if you are a rebel - or a born again believer! 3 pages.
Why Would a Perfect God Make Imperfect Beings?
If God is perfect, then why has He made such a flawed world? Is there an answer to this? 3 pages.
The Necessity of Spiritual Independence and the Bible
Is there a difference between religion - and faith? If so, what is it? It’s possible you have never wondered about this. 3 pages.
Eternal Rewards and the Bible
There are several biblical descriptions for a Christian’s service to God. Sometimes Christian’s are soldiers, sometimes co-laborers - and sometimes ... slaves. But, if service is rendered (or required), should one assume there will be no payment for that labor? Or, is it possible some kind of payment will be granted by God? If so, what should that payment be? And are there eligibility “conditions” for such employment? Don’t skip this one. 3 pages.
Boring Sermons and the Bible
Have you ever endured a boring sermon? Have you ever wondered what God Himself may think about such thing? Does He even have an opinion? 2 pages.
Christian: The Best Things You Can Do for Your Country
Are you alarmed over the moral condition - and direction - of your country? And ... is there anything you can do about it? It is easy to be discouraged about this. But in this Article, you will learn there are two things you can do for your country that may be the difference between the life ... and death of it. You do not fully realize who you are - and how much power you have in this matter. And you can do both of these things. 2 pages.
A Christian Website and the Bible
Does the Bible say anything about a Christian website? How could it? That Book was completed two thousand years ago! Well, you may find some surprises here. This material may even cause thinkers ... to rethink! 2 pages.
The Common Man and the Bible
Is every person unique, special and precious in God’s sight? Or does God identify a common man? If so, what makes one common? Does He count you - a common man? I think you should read this. I really do. 2 pages.
Ordination: An Exhaustive Research Article on What the Bible Teaches about Ordaining Christians to the Clergy - Complete with Footnotes
So, what does the Bible actually teach about the clergy? And, more specifically, what about ordination to the clergy? This is a must read! 2 pages.
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Each free article in this group is between 1500 to 3000 words (3-6 pages). Any of these would make a great Christian Bible study - as they are basically, "Just the facts, Ma'am!"
Sex and the Bible
What does the Bible teach about sex ... about marriage, divorce and remarriage? What about homosexuality? This Article is, “Just the facts, Ma’am.” However, four Endnotes offer some prevalent interpretations of those facts. This is a great opportunity to educate yourself and this lends itself to a great Bible Study. A must read! 5 pages.
Work and the Bible
Work dominates most people’s lives. It is mixed with burden - and reward. Does the Bible address such a practical subject ... in a practical way? What is secular work? What does the Bible say about manual labor? Is there any lasting value in any of our labors? Find out now in this concise Article that is a springboard for a great Bible study, too! 4 pages.
The Central Message of the Bible
The Bible was finished 2000 years ago. Is there a main point? If so, what is it? Is that point relevant today? This is a great opportunity to educate yourself and learn the central point of this perennial best seller! 5 pages.
Religious Frauds and the Bible
We all know there are religious frauds. History - past and present - is littered with spiritual charlatans. And hypocrisy, by the religious, is often the butt of jokes. So, does the Bible address this subject? If so, what does it say? Surprises are in store! 3 pages.
The End of the World and the Bible
This Article examines the two major end times systems - where they agree, disagree and why. After reading this, you will know more than most adherents of either system! 4 pages.
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If I live long enough, I hope to get a unique Christian Music site up and running. It would feature original Christian Music found nowhere else - and I already have all the text for all the web pages complete. Contact me if you feel God may be pulling you to know more.
The Founder's Music Testimony
Every Christian has a testimony. The primary testimony is a re-counting of how one’s soul was transferred from the domain of darkness into the kingdom of light. But once this transfer has taken place, God begins transforming various areas of a Christian’s life. So, ... other testimonies are created. This is my music testimony. 13 pages
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This free article - has nothing to do with the Bible. It is a challenge to all atheistic evolutionists worldwide to explain their hypocrisy. You see, ... I was once of their number.
Evolution and Homosexuality
Have you ever wondered how homosexuality fits in with evolution? Is it a “viable alternative lifestyle?” Do Evolutionists make a distinction between “civil rights” and “scientific rights” for man? If so, which have greater weight - and would that impact homosexuality? If you are at all curious about homosexuality in an evolutionary context, then this is a must read. It is the starting point in the discussion. 15 pages
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