
Shamanism – Introduction
By: Dr. John Ankerberg, Dr. John Weldon; ©2005 The term “shaman” is apparently a derivative of the vedic sram, meaning “to heat oneself or practice austerities.” Shamanism is, in some form, indigenous to nearly all cultures. However, in technologically advanced Western nations, the influence of Christian belief, science, and rationalism has suppressed or muted its…

Was the Supreme Court Wrong in the Roe v. Wade Decision?
By: Dr. John Ankerberg and Dr. John Weldon; ©2005 As recent weeks have demonstrated, the subject of abortion continues to be a major social issue that will be with us well into the 21st century. The media frenzy over John Roberts — and in particular the concern of some that he could vote to overturn…

What Is the Unique Role of Mary in Roman Catholicism and Is It Biblical?-Part 3
By: Dr. John Ankerberg, Dr. John Weldon; ©2005 Although Catholic theology attempts to draw a fine line be¬tween the worship offered to God and that offered to Mary, in practice, these frequently become indistinguishable Contents 1 Is Mary Worshipped in the Roman Catholic Church? 2 Notes Is Mary Worshipped in the Roman Catholic Church? Although…

What Is the Unique Role of Mary in Roman Catholicism and Is It Biblical?-Part 2
By: Dr. John Ankerberg, Dr. John Weldon; ©2005 Does Mary have a unique and vital role in salvation? Does she, in fact, work hand-in-hand with her Son to insure salvation? Can anyone be saved without her assistance? Contents 1 Is Mary a “Savior” in the Roman Catholic Church? 2 Notes Is Mary a “Savior” in…

What Does the Bible Teach About Abortion? – Part 4
By: Dr. John Ankerberg and Dr. John Weldon; ©2005 In the Old Testament, the Bible uses the same Hebrew words to describe the pre-born child, infants, and children. In the New Testament, the same Greek words also describe the pre-born child, infants and children which indicates a continuity from conception to childhood and on into…