Please explain Leviticus 16. (Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur)
The Tabernacle ceremonies are often viewed as ancient Jewish history with little meaning for today’s Christian. However, the Apostle Paul viewed it quite differently. In the book of Hebrews, he delved into the important symbolism. On the 10th day of the 7th month, Israel’s annual Day of Atonement (known today as “Yom Kippur”) was observed [...]
If only God has perfect foreknowledge, why do some scriptures show demons speaking about future events?
The Scriptures draw a sharp distinction between the perfect, causative foreknowledge possessed by Jehovah and the limited, derivative knowledge held by Satan and his demons. God alone “declares the end from the beginning” because He is the Author of the Divine Plan (Isaiah 46:9–10). Evil spirits, by contrast, are merely observers and students of that [...]
How can I love God strongly?
Loving God strongly is not an instant emotion or a gift that arrives fully formed. It is the primary work of the “new creature” (2 Corinthians 5:17) a progressive development cultivated in the “school of Christ.” Strong love for God grows through knowledge, obedience, character formation and the continual subduing of the flesh. It is [...]
Where in the Bible does it talk about God giving us free will?
The exact phrase “God gave humans free will” does not appear word?for?word in most Bible translations, but the entire biblical narrative assumes and requires it. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture shows that God created humanity with the ability to make real choices—what we often call free moral agency. This capacity for choice is part of [...]
Who is Jedediah in the Bible?
Jedidiah is the special name God gave to Solomon (2 Samuel 12:24-25), the son of David and Bathsheba, after David repented of his sin. Delivered through the prophet Nathan, the name means “Beloved of Jehovah.” It was God’s personal declaration that He had accepted David’s repentance and restored him to favor. Naming the child Jedidiah [...]
Is manifesting (bringing something that one may want into reality through focused thoughts, beliefs and visualizations) allowed for a Christian?
The practice of manifesting may be taught in some schools of thought. However, manifesting should not be confused with prayer. Prayer is taught in the Bible and is an essential part of life for every follower of God. The practice of manifesting is not taught in the Bible. In fact, many of the concepts and [...]