The Jehovah’s Witnesses’ New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures – Part 5
By: Dr. John Ankerberg, Dr. John Weldon; ©2005 We continue our examination of Jehovah’s Witness mistranslations by looking at how the New World Translation treats these verses: Colossians 2:9, Titus 2:13, 2 Peter 1:1, and John 1:1. (NWT). Contents 1 The Jehovah’s Witnesses’ New World Translation of the Holy ScripturesPart 5 2 Examples of Mistranslation—continued…
The Jehovah’s Witnesses’ New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures – Part 1
By: Dr. John Ankerberg, Dr. John Weldon; ©2005 The Jehovah’s Witnesses constitute a large and aggressive sect which has opposed the doctrines of biblical Christianity from its inception. It is our goal in this series of articles to briefly critique the English translation of the Jehovah’s Witnesses’ Watchtower Bible and Tract Society’s The New World…
Under War’s Bloody Banner
By: Carl Teichrib; ©2005 It has been popularly said that religion is responsible for the majority of the world’s conflicts. Posted on a BBC News Talking Point discussion board on the relevance of religion, one commentator boldly asserted, “Just look around the world today. Religion is the cause of all war and hate.” But does…
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 Role Did Islam Play in Provoking the Crusades?
By: Dr. Ted Baehr; ©2005 The new movie by Ridley Scott, The Kingdom of Heaven, has prompted new interest in the Crusades. But Church historians charge the movie takes some serious liberties with history. Recent history books would have us believe that the Muslims were innocent and passive victims of the Crusades. Christians are portrayed…
Bloody Utopian Dreams – Part 2
By: Carl Teichrib; ©2005 Millions of pages of material have been published in an attempt to explain Germany’s military actions, political structures, and overall historical impact. And much thought has been given to Germany’s social and cultural setting. But one area that hasn’t seen as much literature is in the realm of German esoteric interests.…
Bloody Utopian Dreams – Part 1
By: Carl Teichrib; ©2005 Ever since humanity was ushered out of the Garden of Eden for rebellion against God (Genesis 3), we have been constantly scheming and working towards a unifying Man with some system of Paradise. From the mystical doctrines of the Egyptian mystery religions to the hammer and sickle of the Soviet Union,…
Astrology – An Inside Look – Part 2
By: Dr. John Weldon; ©2005 In this issue, author John Weldon answers the question, “Is there evidence for spiritistic influence in astrology?” In Part One I explained that I had attended the 50th anniversary of the largest, most influential and one of the most scientific of U. S. astrology organizations, The American Federation of Astrologers…
The Jeremiah Paradigm
By: Carl Teichrib; ©2005 Which of us cannot connect, in some way, with the old Frank Sinatra song, “My Way”? Regardless of mankind’s creed or color, we all have an inherited problem that compels us to do it our own way—and the Bible calls this prideful behavior “sin.” The ultimate form of pride is displayed…
What God Wishes Christians Knew About Christianity/Part 6
By: Dr. John Ankerberg and Dr. Bill Gillham; ©2005 Can Christians sin all they want because God has forgiven them all their sins, past, present and future? Do Christians need to confess their sins if they are already forgiven? And what has God provided through Christ to help Christians deal with their feelings, their emotions,…
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