DOES GOD EXPECT EVERY CHRISTIAN TO GROW SPIRITUALLY?
A newborn baby is expected to grow. If years pass and the child never develops, something is wrong. The New Testament uses that same picture to describe Christians. A person […]
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John’s Baptism and Christ’s Baptism: What Changed?
Mark 1:4 and Luke 3:3 explicitly connect John’s baptism with remission of sins. Why, then, were the men in Acts 19 baptized in Jesus’ name? This KJV study examines the covenant change,…
CAN WE FOLLOW CHRIST WITHOUT FOLLOWING HIS WORD?
Many people sincerely say: “I FOLLOW JESUS.” That is exactly what every Christian should desire to do. But sometimes another statement follows: “I FOLLOW JESUS, NOT A BOOK.” That raises […]
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE “IN CHRIST”?.
The New Testament repeatedly uses a small but extremely important expression: “IN CHRIST.” Paul wrote: “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature…” 2 Corinthians 5:17 […]
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR ABOUT THE AUTHOR KEVIN L. WALKER Kevin L. Walker is a Christian, husband, father, grandfather, United States Navy veteran, retired Senior Chief Petty Officer, businessman, Bible teacher, […]
Is the Nation of Israel Still God’s Kingdom?
Jesus announced a fruit-bearing nation, and Paul explained how His cross removed the dividing partition. Examine the church as God’s holy nation, shared by Jews and Gentiles through one gospel.
What Is the Kingdom of God?
Discover how Scripture connects Christ’s kingdom with His church. Examine its promised establishment, heavenly King, spiritual nature, redeemed people, entrance, and everlasting hope.
Can We Always Trust Our Conscience?
Can a sincere conscience be mistaken? Examine Saul’s convictions, Peter’s preaching at Pentecost, Philip’s work in Samaria, and the Ethiopian’s confession and baptism. This KJV study explains gospel obedience, our death–burial–resurrection response,…
What Does Biblical Humility Look Like?
Biblical humility affects how we pray, receive correction, obey God, serve others, and respond to recognition. This KJV study examines the Pharisee and publican, Apollos, Naaman, Christ’s example, and Paul’s instruction, with…
How Can We Tell Whether a Teaching Is from God?
Quoting Scripture does not guarantee a correct interpretation. Examine Satan’s misuse of a promise, the Sadducees’ resurrection argument, the Pharisees’ divorce argument, and Peter’s warning about distorted Scripture. This KJV study develops…
WHO LEADS THE CHURCH?
The Biblical Pattern of Church Organization Who has the right to determine how the church is organized? The answer begins with Christ. His Word establishes the pattern, identifies the responsibilities, […]
CAN A CHRISTIAN FALL FROM GRACE?
Many sincere people have been taught: “Once saved, always saved.” According to this teaching, once a person has truly been saved, it is impossible for that person ever to lose […]
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE “BORN AGAIN”?
The expression “born again” is familiar to almost everyone who has heard the gospel. People sometimes use it to describe having a religious experience, accepting Jesus into their heart, beginning […]
WHY “ALLOW SCRIPTURE TO INTERPRET SCRIPTURE?”
The central principle behind The Biblical Pattern is simple: ALLOW SCRIPTURE TO INTERPRET SCRIPTURE. But what does that actually mean? It means that when we encounter a difficult passage, symbol, […]
THE BIBLICAL PATTERN FOR UNDERSTANDING REVELATION
Few books of the Bible have produced as much disagreement, speculation, and confusion as the book of Revelation. Some approach Revelation by beginning with today’s newspaper. Others begin with modern […]
THE BIBLICAL PATTERN FOR CHRISTIAN LIVING
Obeying the gospel is the beginning of the Christian life—not the end. When a person hears the gospel, believes in Jesus Christ, repents of sin, confesses Christ, and is baptized […]
THE BIBLICAL PATTERN FOR WORSHIP
If God has revealed a pattern for salvation and a pattern for His church, we should also ask: HAS GOD REVEALED HOW HIS PEOPLE ARE TO WORSHIP HIM? Jesus said: […]
THE BIBLICAL PATTERN FOR THE CHURCH
Jesus did not come into the world to establish hundreds or thousands of different churches teaching conflicting doctrines. He promised to build His church. Jesus said: “…upon this rock I […]