At what age should a person be baptized? This is a question that the religious world has often debated with the appropriate age range varying from newborn child to adult. But what does the Bible have to say about the appropriate age to be baptized? Join Don Blackwell as he looks at scripture to d...

Statistics show that people are spending more time looking at a screen than ever before. While it is true that it provides many benefits, technology poses many negatives as well, especially to Christians. Join Don Blackwell as he looks at scripture and challenges us to examine our relationship wi...

God has given us free will. If we choose to obey His Word, salvation is given to us. If we choose not to follow Him, we will be lost. The Bible tells us that God does not show partiality, but what about those who have never heard the Gospel? Would a good and just God punish those who “never had a...

The day the Lord returns and the Earth is destroyed is described as the "Judgment Day." The Bible describes numerous things that will happen, or scenes of the events occurring on that day. Join Don Blackwell as he looks at seven of these scenes to help in understanding what plans God has made kno...

Did you know that not all commands in the Bible apply to you? In the Bible we find the story of God’s relationship with humanity, from the very beginning of Creation through the life of Jesus to the establishment of the Church. Have there been changes in God’s covenant with His people? Do we wors...

What is the difference between the soul and spirit? In the Bible, we find both of these words used in a variety of contexts. Is there a difference? Can they be the same? Listen as Don Blackwell looks at the Bible's uses of these words and what they mean.

May a Christian defend himself and his family? What if self-defense requires the use of lethal force? May a Christian serve as a police officer or in the military?
In this 27-minute long program, Don Blackwell examines the arguments and explains from the Bible how God authorizes self-defense.

Among Christians there are many questions about the Holy Spirit. One of the most fundamental questions is, "Who is the Holy Spirit?" Follow along with Don Blackwell as he discusses what the Bible says about the Person, Position, and Role of the Holy Spirit.

Did you know in the Old Testament the Jews were God's chosen people, a special nation set apart to follow the Law of Moses? What about today, under the Law of Christ, are the Jews still God's chosen people? Can anyone become a chosen child of God today? Don Blackwell will look into God's Word and...

The idea that man is the head of the house is viewed by many as antiquated. Also a woman who chooses to stay at home instead of working outside the home is sometimes held in low regard. Some see such a woman as wasting her talents and abilities. It is no secret that the woman’s role in society ha...

https://video.wvbs.org
This short video addresses the fundamentals of the Godhead. Listen as Don Blackwell explains how the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are one, and possess divine nature. With easy-to-follow scripture references he clarifies the "tri-unity" of the Godhead persons laid out in the...

https://video.wvbs.org
Are you struggling to overcome pornography? It can easily grow to the level of an addiction, and along the way bring devastation to your life. It devastates marriages. It leads to lies, deception, and financial problems. If this is a struggle for you, then hopefully you are...

What does the Bible teach about homosexuality? How does God feel about same-sex marriage? Have we been misusing the Bible when citing it to condemn gay and lesbian behavior? Did Jesus ever mention it? Is it time for Christians to finally accept that homosexuality is a civic right equivalent to ra...

One of the most frequent objections offered to baptism is the thief on the cross. People will argue, “The thief on the cross wasn’t baptized and he was saved, therefore I don’t have to be baptized. I want to be saved like the thief on the cross.” Is this a valid argument? Can we be saved like the...

https://video.wvbs.org
Do times of crisis cause you worry and anxiety? Worry affects all aspects of your life: emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual. Anxiety consumes your energy and time, which could be put toward better and more enjoyable activities. How can a Christian overcome worry...

https://video.wvbs.org
How does God work in our lives today? What is the "providence of God"? During times of crisis, people often wonder how God takes care of mankind. Join Don Blackwell as he discusses various viewpoints in the world and contrasts them with what the Bible says. Through this stu...

https://video.wvbs.org
There are few topics as important for a Christian as prayer. It is an incredible blessing to be able to approach God, both in times of crisis and thanksgiving. Follow along with Don Blackwell, as he introduces the basics of prayer and provides plain considerations for the q...

Do you constantly beat yourself up for sins committed years ago? Do you struggle with the feeling that you are not perfect? Are you filled with worry and dread about your eternity? Do you have constant doubts whether you will go to heaven? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this ...