The belief systems that claim the Bible as their basis have significantly divergent views on the subject of forgiveness. So just what does the Bible say?

Feared by a king and sought by wise men, the young Jesus was already having an impact—just through news of His birth.

Few Bible scholars believe the book of Joshua, describing Israel’s conquest of the Promised Land, to be of any historical value. What does the Bible tell us about that period of history, and can it be trusted?

Stanley Kubrick’s influential movie molded expectations about the year 2001. The reality hasn’t lived up to the promise.

In pioneering the philosophy called positivism, August Comte had a profound effect on the most noted philosophers of the 20^th century.

The fashion industry is riddled with ethical issues—everything from child labor, slavery, terrible working conditions and even violence. How can consumers dress themselves while remaining true to their values?

Coming to terms with aspects of the colonial past is essential to building a more equitable world.

The world’s most infamous nuclear power plant is finally closed. But that doesn’t mean we can put the whole radioactive mess behind us.

The urbanized and industrialized Western world has forgotten its agrarian roots. Should we reconsider the wisdom of a land-based economy?

Naomi Klein’s The Shock Doctrine suffers from overstatement, and at times it seems her probing enthusiasm stretches too far to fit examples to her thesis.

Cannabidiol (CBD) products, derived from marijuana, are increasingly popular. Do they work, and are they safe?

The concepts underlying “attachment parenting” aren’t clearly understood by most people. Exactly what is attachment, and what does it have to do with parenting?

How much say should people have in determining the circumstances of their demise? Is ultimate personal autonomy, even in death, the most important aspect of life?

The name “Solomon” is often viewed as synonymous with wisdom. The Hebrew Scriptures note that dignitaries visited ancient Israel’s king to confirm the accuracy of his reputation.

As His ministry continued, Jesus showed that fulfilling the will of God requires more than an outward show of religion.

In searching for solutions to the malaise of grinding poverty, some innovative approaches have been applied. Do they show the way to relieve the plight of the poor?

Specific sexual practices top an ancient list of behaviors that threaten relationships and social stability. How does pornography use fit into that list?

Sigmund Freud’s theories have helped to shape the mental framework of just about everyone, whether they have read his works or not.

Did people grasp all the implications of Jesus’ teaching? Surprisingly, they were not intended to, since Jesus often deliberately obscured His meaning.

Our study of Genesis continues the story of Jacob, from his return to Canaan to the treachery of his older sons, who sold their brother Joseph into slavery.