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INTO THE WARDROBE
A site containing essays on C.S. Lewis' impact on society, especially his Biblical
motivations, his apologetics and literary works aimed at proclaiming Christianity, with
picture albums and audio files. Useful introduction to "literary apologetics".
GOD OF MERCY
A treasure-throve of Bible material (on the Sabbath, the keeping of the ceremonial
aspects of Moses' Law, Instrumental Music, Matthew 24 etc.) . Very clear
and concise treatment of opposing views. Anti-institutional though.
TRUTH FOR THE WORLD
Web site of the mission outreach of Duluth church of Christ (with Jim Dearman, John
Grubb, Rod Rutherford and others), rich with online bible courses, tracts, articles and an
excellent Bahasa Indonesia and Chinese segment . Q&A section has a question on baptism
by non-Christians and females.
SCRIPTURE IN HISTORY
Brother Gary Keith Young's web site with excellent material on history, archaeology and the
Bible. The many photographs of Bible-referenced locations throughout the Middle East and
the Mediterranean as well as the generous notes accompanying them will greatly enhance our
understanding and appreciation of the Bible narrative.
NEW COVENANT THEOLOGY
Interesting, generally biblically sound material from Reformed denominationalists whose
scripture investigations have resulted in their rejection of Sabbath-keeping today. Sound
exposition of the distinction between the Old and New Covenants and the Bible hermeneutics
behind this issue.
AMAZING DISCOVERIES IN BIBLE ARCHAEOLOGY
A portal of archaeology and history sites related to Bible studies, covering
discoveries (such as the Dead Sea Scrolls) and their implications. Also covers early
church history materials.
CHURCH OF CHRIST RESOURCE WEB SITE
Set up by the church at Van Buren, Arkansas, USA, as a rich source of short and
long Biblical articles (including one on the Plan of Salvation). Has a free downloadable
PC Bible software (by Evening Dew Software). Use articles with usual caution
(Acts 17:11).
WORLDVIEW KNOWLEDGE & EVALUATION
Commentary on worldviews pro and contra Christianity, with links to important worldview
analyses and apologetics sites. Strong on critique of New Age positions and
postmodernism. Promotes the Bible view of tolerance, truth and certainty.
ARTICLES IN APOLOGETICS
A large collection of articles from reputable journals on various aspects of Christian
Apologetics (covering scientific, historical, philosophical, juridical and literary apologetics)
from various schools of thought. Includes some debates. All items are linked
to enable download.
APOLOGIA: DEFENSE OF OUR FAITH
An online study guide on Christian Apologetics, accompanying classes at
West Houston church of Christ, in 12 lessons and with a resource list. "A serious
study of scientific, logical, philosophical, and legal evidence, building a case for the
existence of God, the Bible as His inspired Word, and for the truth of Christ .. "
BIBLE CENTRE
Dedicated to putting out e-books for download. Heavy Calvinistic bias
but books on Christian doctrine and apologetics are fine, representing a
Biblical approach with many scriptural references and rich commentary.
CENTER FOR BIBLICAL BIOETHICS
A Baptist site (Baptists For Life Inc) that explores a Biblical approach to decision-
making in such areas as prenatal testing, fetal tissue transplant, human
cloning, respite care, fertility assistance and the sanctity of human life. Home to
the BIBLICAL BIOETHICS ADVISOR journal (articles archived onsite).
DENOMINATIONAL RESOURCES FOR BAPTISM
Links to denominational beliefs about baptism, including to a World Council of
Churches "Faith & Order" Paper, "Baptism, Eucharist & Mystery" .Useful leads for
case study of denominational doctrines in the light of Scripture.
THE DEATH PENALTY DEBATE
A rich University of Alaska Justice Center portal of arguments for (the Retentionist)
argument) and against (the Abolitionist argument) the death penalty, with references
to scriptural positions and moral considerations. Many links.
A BRIEF HISTORY OF CHRISTIAN BAPTISM
Excellent overview of interpretations of baptism across the centuries, with
quotations from historical sources. The writer is a historian and member of
the Presbyterian Church (USA))
 SOUTH GREE STREET CHURCH OF CHRIST
Congregational web site with rich collection of sermon notes, BIBLICAL STUDIES
newsletter, Bible study resources and tools as well as and the entire Star Bible Publication
52-chapter INTRODUCTION TO THE CHURCH OF CHRIST book in
downloadable format.
EVERY CHURCH A PEACE CHURCH
An example of a (denominational) social awareness-cum-action group which
endeavors to explain the Biblical position as regards war (particularly the
Christian repugnance towards wars and human conflict) as well as the
inadequacies of human conflict-resolution mechanisms.
CENTER FOR INTEGRITY IN BUSINESS
Links to articles on business and management ethics in a site maintained by
The School of Business and Economics, Seattle Pacific University.
Addresses goals of business, capitalism's social impact and related current
issues (such as computer ethics, advertising ethics).
 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Many articles on all aspects of personal development based on secular and
Biblical principles. Many links to the sites of gurus of personal development
(Brian Tracy, Napoleon Hill, Anthony Robbins, etc), and a data base of over
13,000 quotations concerning motivation and personal development.
MOVIE MINISTRY
Articles and commentary on the impact of films on the Bible message, and
vice versa. Principles and examples of the use of movies in Bible study discussions.
Interesting sermon-generator keyed to blockbuster films ("Views
To Use"). Application of Biblical ideas to movie plots.
BIBLICAL MEDICAL ETHICS INC.
Home archival site of the Journal of Biblical Ethics in Medicine and Biblical
Reflections on Modern Medicine. Rich in articles on biomedical issues (up to
2000) from a Biblical worldview, including psychology & medical intervention
 BIBLICAL DEBATES
A large collection of classic historical and modern debates on a host of bible
topics, including "visitor-posted debates". Rich source of Bible doctrine affirmed
and defended, and contrary teaching. Study with Acts 17:11 in mind.
PIONEER PREACHERS
Audio playback (on Real Player) of important sermons by faithful brethren of
the recent and distant past, along with write-ups of their life and contribution
to the Cause of Christ.
BEBAPTIZED.ORG
A brotherhood site dedicated to discussing from the Scriptures the necessity
of water baptism for salvation, handling the objections and comparing the
New Testament practice to man's traditions. Useful for new converts and
friends because not too technical.
HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH
Includes a collection of links to over a hundred public debates on religious
subjects, covering a wide spectrum of issues (from debates on Bible doctrine
to science-religion debates) in various debate formats. Excellent
contextual introduction to the techniques of forensic debate and the key
points of hot issues of the day, with a fair hearing of all sides.
BIBLE VERSION COMPARISON
Useful site, though rather pro-King James Version. Lists verses in which several English Bible versions and translations differ from the KJV and KJV verses and words removed from newer versions and a negative assessment of the New KJV. Insufficient in itself but lays the groundwork for further serious study of Bible translation.
THE ROMAN CATHOLIC OBSERVER
A Bible perspective on important Roman Catholic doctrines (Infallibility, Papal Succession, Mary, communion, purgatory, Church Fathers, Intercommunion, etc). Refers to the Catechism of the Catholic Church as authoritative source of all doctrine.
CONVINCING CHRISTIANITYM
An apologetics and ethics site, handling the harder questions, with a cache of lengthy articles (in “The Scholars’ Vault” under “DOWNLOADS”), online-archived Newsletter and Apologetics Notes (opinion and commentary on current events).
FRONTLINE-APOLOGETICS.COM
A balanced Christian evidences site that aims for excellence and toughmindedness in defence of the Bible, with a “Critics Corner” (links to the toughest skeptical sites) and “The Art of War in Apologetics” on Christian behavior while in its defence.
EX-ATHEIST.COM
A Christian apologetics, logic and debate site by a former atheist, set in a Christianity versus Atheism context. Valuable Farrell Till—A.S.A. Jones debate, materlal on the objectivity of God’s morality, a collection of concepts and scriptures which actually make sense to skeptics.
BIBLES.NET
A directory of online Bible translations and versions (with a search engine for crossversion study) and listing of Bible study material., with access to the original Greek or Hebrew, audio of hymns, classics of literature produced by Bible-believers and a history of God’s Word.
THE ONLINE ACADEMY OF BIBLE STUDIES
A Christian site with streaming video of Bible-based doctrinal lectures, classes and debates which may be accessed for self -study of Bible books and important topics, or taken as online coursework towards a complete Bible Study programme certification. Beats reading study notes any day!
THE CHRISTIAN ARSENAL
A site with good apologetics (but bad theology) with concise summaries of major issues and controversial topics (from cults to urban legends) and a rich collection of external links. An interesting evangelical piece on Who Is Really A Christian? by John MacArthur Jr that ends up rather confused (and thus useful for a case study).
CENTER FOR BIOETHICS AND HUMAN DIGNITY
Rich resources on Bible-based discussion of life, death, reproduction, health care, genetics, aging, biotechnology (including stem cell research), with AMA case-studies and Bible principles for ethical decision-making.
PEW FORUM ON RELIGION AND PUBLIC LIFE
Collection of summary views on various issues (bioethics, death penalty, faith-based initiatives, just-war traditions, gay marriage, politics, September 11, etc) with links to numerous sources for study as well as updates.
BIBLE QUERY
Massive number of difficulties in the Bible addressed according to Bible book chapter, doctrine, experience, practice, prophecy (with a fair presentation of the various millennial positions), history/calamities, archaeology, church history, science, religions.
ISSUES
Succinct Bible discussions on ethical issues (abortion, crime & punishment, divorce, drugs, environment, euthanasia, infertility, marriage, media, politics & social responsibility, poverty and wealth, prejudice & discrimination, sanctity of life, science & Christianity, suffering & evil, war & pacifism.
GOD AND SCIENCE
An apologetics site with a massive offering of studies providing evidence for God’s existence from science, with rich references to Bible verses which speak of the Cosmological, Ontological and Moral Arguments as well as fulfilled prophecy. Refutes major arguments against God’s existence.
BIBLE TRIVIA
Over 5000 quiz questions covering a wide variety of Bible topics and themes (in four quiz styles : Bible Trivia, Saintly Millionaire, Bible Jeopardy and Bible Trivia), along with Bible Trivia Pro demo. Excellent to sharpen one’s Bible Knowledge.
LEARN THE BIBLE
Collection of articles, quizzes, charts, Bible reading plan, maps on Bible topics. A dispensationalist who believes that the Kingdom of God is at times the kingdom of heaven! Moral topics like euthanasia discussed. Also on the 10 Lost tribes, Nazarite vow, etc. Rich “Questions & Answers” section. Extensive Bible Study Notes from Scripture Baptist College.
COME REASON MINISTRIES
Apologetics site, covering comparative religion, the problem of evil (in-depth), the existence of God and alleged Bible contradictions, science and the Bible, society and culture, questions on theology (with a Calvinistic slant).
ONLINE GUIDE TO ETHICS AND MORAL PHILOSOPHY
Robert Cavalier‘s (Carnegie Mellon Univ) site discussing history of ethics, ethical theories, concepts and problems, and applied ethics (on abortion, euthanasia and conflict resolution) with links to important sites such as online philosophy encyclopedias.
THE KING JAMES VERSION BIBLE WITH STRONG’S REFERENCE
A great tool which gives immediate linked access from the scripture where a word appears to its Greek or Hebrew word and its definition. With links to Bible study tools.
THE LUKE SITE
Rich notes on the Gospel of Luke (especially regarding what is there recorded about many subjects) and its background and criticism, with comparisons with the other Gospels and resources-links to other Luke sites.
INTERNET WEB SITES ON JOHN’S GOSPEL
Dozens of downloadable essays and treatises on various aspects of John’s gospel, compiled by Joe Gagne. Many are from reputable Bible study journals and are not available elsewhere. With links to other similarly-purposed sites.
BIBLE COMMENTARIES
Part of the LIVING WEB LIBRARY, a good collection of links to rather in-depth commentaries on books of the Bible by authors of various theological persuasions.
ARTICLES BY DAVID DECKER
Short and scriptural “What The Bible Says About…..” articles covering a wide variety of subjects from the Holy Spirit to moral issues. Choice of Bible text is precise and articles have minimum comment, allowing the Bible to speak for itself.
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